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The Making of Michael Jackson's "Thriller": A Blueprint for Music Creators

January 18, 2024

Released on November 29, 1982, by Epic Records, "Thriller," the sixth studio album by American singer Michael Jackson, stands as a monumental achievement in music history. Produced by Quincy Jones...

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Meet RIIZE: The Rising Stars of K-Pop

January 18, 2024

Unveiling the Members of SM Entertainment's Latest Sensation RIIZE, an acronym for RISE&REALIZE, is a dynamic 7-member boy group that has been taking the K-Pop world by storm since their debut...

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Who Are the Next GEN K-Pop Group Debut's To Anticipate in 2024?

January 18, 2024

Also known as NCT Tokyo, this group is the latest sub-unit of NCT, managed by SM Entertainment. The six-member group includes Sion, Riku, Yushi, Daeyoung, Ryo, and Sakuya...

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"In Harmony with H.E.R.: A Deep Dive into Stripped-Down Songwriting"

January 17, 2024

In the world of songwriting, H.E.R. stands as a beacon of authentic storytelling and melodic mastery. Her class on Studio.com, "Stripped-Down Songwriting: Write Songs That Tell Stories,"...

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"A Symphony of Insight: A Sonical.ly Review of Hans Zimmer's MasterClass"

January 17, 2024

Hans Zimmer: a name synonymous with cinematic grandeur. From the intense beats of "The Dark Knight" to the adventurous tunes of "Pirates of the Caribbean," his music has defined a generation...

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A Sonical.ly Review of Andrew Huang's Music Production Course

January 16, 2024

Irrespective of your preferred music genre, Andrew Huang's course offers a valuable perspective into the intricate process of producing a song, spanning from concept to mastering. Priced at $279...

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Sonical.ly MasterClass Review - Alicia Keys

January 16, 2024

Have you ever craved the wisdom and insight of a true musical genius? Enter Alicia Keys and her MasterClass, a captivating journey into the heart of songwriting and music production...

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"Is Drake's Music Really 'Pop'? Mos Def Thinks it's "Shopping'' Music

January 14, 2024

Yasiin "Mos Def" Bey stirred up the hip-hop community recently with his candid remarks about Drake's music, stating, "Drake is pop to me." The acclaimed lyricist did not mince words...

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"American Dream: 21 Savage's Solo Odyssey and the Big Drake Question"

January 13, 2024

Noteworthy is the absence of Drake, sparking questions about the collaboration that never materialized. While the album showcases collaborations with artists like Doja Cat and Lil Durk, Drake's....

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Jay-Z x D'Angelo's Collaboration on 'I Want You Forever' for 'The Book of Clarence' Soundtrack"

January 12, 2024

Breaking new ground, Jay-Z and D'Angelo have united for the first time, giving birth to the enchanting single, "I Want You Forever."

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BTS's Jung Kook Victorious as Artist of the Year at the 2024 Circle Chart Music Awards

January 10, 2024

In a triumphant moment that left the global music community buzzing with excitement, the multi-talented Jung Kook of BTS secured his place as the Artist of the Year at the Circle Chart Music Awards...

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Metallica - A Thrash Metal Band Like No Other

December 26, 2023

However, a few thrash metal bands broke through this barrier and became very popular. This article will discuss the history of one such band: Metallica, which is arguably...

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IVE - Gearing up for “SHOW WHAT I HAVE” World Tour

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Photo Source: Teen Vogue

In recent years, many fourth-generation South Korean girl groups have made their debut, intensifying the competition among these aspiring young idols. In the depths of this influx of newly introduced girl groups, IVE significantly stands out with their refreshing group concept and song selections that become hits.

Many new and current kpop enthusiasts listen to their songs for the first time and immediately fall in love with them. Their debut song, “Eleven” was able to showcase the six members individually, showing each member is charismatic in their own way, promptly establishing devoted fan bases for every member.

Approaching their two-year debut anniversary, they're kicking off their first world tour, titled “SHOW WHAT I HAVE”. It’s been mentioned that IVE’s first concert is set to embrace the idea of: “new”, encompassing new songs, new performances and overall appeal. Through this approach, they will showcase their recently released album “I’ve Mine.”

IVE have been actively releasing singles like “Off The Record” and “Either Way” in preparation for their world tour. As this exciting journey commences, they've also unveiled a teaser for their new track: “Baddie.” IVE explained that these three singles aim to show different perspectives of “me.” “Either Way” shows how one is perceived externally, “Baddie” unveils a new identity within oneself, and “Off the Record” provides insight on how we perceive one another.

IVE - Gearing up for “SHOW WHAT I HAVE” World Tourive-gearing-up-for-show-what-i-have-world-tourPatricia CheeOct 12, 2023Approaching their two-year debut anniversary, they're kicking off their first world tour, titled “SHOW WHAT I HAVE”. It’s been mentioned that IVE’s first concert is set to embrace the idea...