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K-Pop Sonic Album Review: P1Harmony – EX

September 27, 2025

P1Harmony aren’t just chasing charts—they’re chasing craft. EX, their five-track mini album, arrives with Western crossover in mind, but it doubles as a production masterclass for music creators. It’s

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How to Use Suno in Your Music Production Workflow (Without Losing Your Creative Edge)

September 8, 2025

Tools like Suno are now powerful enough to generate melodies, lyrics, and even full songs in seconds. That’s exciting—and controversial. Just ask Timbaland. Recently, he came under fire..

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Gen Z Retro Revival: Cassettes Are Making a Comeback—All Thanks to Taylor Swift

August 23, 2025

The 1980s and 1990s analog music medium known as cassette cassettes is experiencing an unanticipated comeback, with Gen Z spearheading the trend. Taylor Swift, who included cassettes in the release...

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Doja Cat’s “Jealous Type” Serves Major '80s Pop Vibes—and Announces Tour Whereange Fans Worldwide

August 23, 2025

This week's most notable headline: Doja Cat's erotically charged, '80s-inspired music video, "Jealous Type," is dominating social media feeds and cultural discourse, marking her most daring...

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J‑hope & GloRilla’s “Killin’ It Girl” Wins Summer’s Best Collaboration – And It’s Pure Gen Z Energy

August 23, 2025

J-hope and GloRilla's "Killin' It Girl," a spectacular blend of K-pop flare and shameless hip-hop heat that has taken the world by storm, is this week's winner of the Best Collaboration of Summer...

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Carly Rae Jepsen’s ‘Emotion’ Gets the 10th Anniversary Treatment It Deserves (6 New Reasons to Celebrate)..

August 23, 2025

Carly Rae Jepsen is giving fans the ultimate gift for the 10th anniversary of her critically adored album Emotion: a special edition featuring four never-before-heard tracks and two fresh remixes...

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BTS' First Reunion Photos Hint at 2026 Comeback Magic: BTS Reunites for Beach Day and Studio Sessions After Military Service

August 23, 2025

The wait is over, ARMY! BTS is officially back together and balancing work and play in their first moments of reunion after completing mandatory military service. J-Hope sent fans into a frenzy...

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“Hard Fought Hallelujah”: Worship Breaks Through as a Cultural Movement

August 23, 2025

Christian music stepped outside of its quiet comfort zone in 2025. "Hard Fought Hallelujah," a worship song by Brandon Lake, went platinum, sold out festival stages, and exploded from churches to...

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Viral Songs from Hospital Bed: Forrest Frank’s Faithful Bounceback

August 23, 2025

In late July 2025, Christian artist Forrest Frank (of Surfaces, now a solo juggernaut in faith-pop) posted from a hospital bed: he’d fractured his L3 and L4 vertebrae in a skateboarding accident...

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Sleep Token’s “Even In Arcadia” Tour Poised to Redefine Metal Live Shows

August 21, 2025

On September 16, the masked metal phenomenon Sleep Token will embark on their 2025 "Even In Arcadia Tour" across North America. The 18-show tour, which includes a huge date at Brooklyn's Barclays...

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"Boots on the Ground" and the Soul Line Dance Movement — TikTok’s Viral Connection to Black Country Culture

August 21, 2025

Due to a line dance that went viral and won over fans' hearts both inside and outside of the United States, 22-year-old Tre Little's song "Boots on the Ground" has become a cultural sensation this...

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Taylor Swift Sparks Nostalgia Revival with Cassette Tape Releases

August 21, 2025

In addition to preparing for her next album, The Life of a Showgirl, Taylor Swift is reviving the physical medium this week by putting her songs on cassette tapes. This sentimental action...

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Chaz Mishan: Crafting for YG Entertainment's BABYMONSTER's Debut Single "Batter Up"

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Photo By: YG Entertainment

In a testament to the global nature of the music industry, Chaz Mishan, renowned producer and composer based in Los Angeles, has joined forces with YG Entertainment's talented songwriters and composers to create BABYMONSTER's highly anticipated debut single, "Batter Up."

The Collaborative Journey

Chaz Mishan, known for his innovative approach to music production, has embarked on a transcontinental collaboration with YG Entertainment, marking a milestone in his career. Despite geographical distances, Mishan and YG's team have seamlessly synchronized their creative energies to conceptualize and craft "Batter Up" remotely.

Mishan's Expertise

Heralded for his versatility and ingenuity, Chaz Mishan's collaboration with YG Entertainment underscores his adeptness in infusing diverse musical elements into his compositions. Mishan's expertise in blending various genres and creating captivating melodies has proven pivotal in shaping BABYMONSTER's debut single.

Chaz has also worked on songs like:

- GD X TAEYANG 'GOOD BOY'

- BIGBANG 'Flower Road'

-Jason Derulo 'Dont Wanna Go Home' '

-SHINEE 'Good Evening'

-Sofia ft. Anitta, Rita Ora 'R.I.P'

-EXO 'Touch It'

YG Entertainment's Creative Synergy

The collaboration between Chaz Mishan and YG Entertainment's esteemed songwriters and composers has been a testament to the label's commitment to pushing creative boundaries. YG Entertainment's team, known for their track record of producing chart-topping hits, combined their expertise with Mishan's fresh perspective to curate a song that encapsulates both innovation and mass appeal.

This masterpiece was created alongside YG heavyhitters such as lyricists  Jared Lee, YG, ASA, Choi Hyun Suk, Lee Chanhyuk, WHERE THE NOISE, and BIGTONE, and the composers Yang Hyun Suk (양현석), DEE.P, Jared Lee, and ASA.

Anticipation Builds for "Batter Up"

With Chaz Mishan's transcontinental collaboration with YG Entertainment, anticipation for BABYMONSTER's debut single "Batter Up" reaches unprecedented heights. The combined efforts of Mishan's production prowess and YG Entertainment's creative synergy promise a track that not only showcases the group's talents but also sets a new standard for K-Pop debuts.

As the release date approaches on November 27th 2023, fans eagerly await the unveiling of "Batter Up," excited to experience the fusion of Mishan's LA-based production finesse and YG Entertainment's songwriting excellence in this much-anticipated debut from BABYMONSTER.

Check out a clip of our interview with Chaz talking about his experiences working with YG Entertainment: