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seoul therapy • 4th September 2023

AI Song Covers are Taking Over the Internet, Let's Talk About It

Have you been missing Dean’s voice and want to hear new music? Don’t worry, with the latest AI technology, you can hear him sing any song you want whenever you want! Now, how dystopian does that sound? The rise of technology has been no surprise within the music industry, with sound FX in beats taking over and voice altering features, such as autotune, enhancing artists’ voices to best fit a beat. But what happens if technology begins to mimic the voice of an artist, to create fake song covers of any song out there?

seoul therapy • 11th August 2023

How K Hip-Hop Artists Have Turned to Entertainment-Style Content to Help Globalise Their Presence

If your algorithms are anything like ours, then you would notice the increase in K Hip-Hop personnel in other forms of media within the Korean entertainment industry. From TOIL and GIST guessing celebrity faces on Ash Island's newly opened channel “JustAsh (그냥애쉬)”, to seeing Simon Dominic’s over 10 years of experience in entertainment shows continue on through his hosting of both seasons of “Transit Love”. The higher visibility of K Hip-Hop artists begs the question: Why is a once closed off, underground industry now opening its doors to the world?

The Kraze • 12th October 2023

EVNNE: I Hope People Remember us as an All-Rounder Group

EVNNE has been taking over our social media. The seven-member boy group joins Keita, Park Hanbin, Lee Jeonghyeon, Yoo Seungeon, Ji Yunseo, Mun Junghyun and Park Jihoo together following the end of survival program Boys Planet. The group made their debut on September 19 under Jellyfish Entertainment, releasing their first mini-album Target: ME. EVNNE joined us and other media outlets for a roundtable talk discussing their debut album, where they let us pick their brains and find out more about them!

The Kraze • 28th September 2023

cignature are Ready to Show the World Who They Are Through “Smooth Sailing”

After a break lasting more than a year, cignature returned with their second project of 2023 with their fourth EP Us in the Summer. The seven-member girl group under C9 Entertainment met fans in the heart of the summer on August 29, with their latest title track “Smooth Sailing.”

The Kraze • 27th September 2023

Meet Kep1er at the Magic Hour With Their Latest Release “Galileo”

Kep1er returned at the end of summer with their fifth mini-album Magic Hour! The nine-member girl group are back with five new tracks for fans, each of which represent different colors and sides of the global girl group!

The Kraze • 20th September 2023

BamBam Stuns in Outfits as He Kicks off His ‘AREA 52’ World Tour!

BamBam kicked off his first solo world tour AREA 52 in Seoul on September 16. The 26-year-old GOT7 member celebrated the start of his tour with a bang as he prepared a variety of different stages for fans, and different outfits too!

The Kraze • 6th September 2023

BOYNEXTDOOR are Unlucky in Love in their Second Mini-Album WHY..

Who’s there? BOYNEXTDOOR! The six-member group of KOZ Entertainment has come back with their second mini-album WHY.. on September 4. WHY.. consists of six tracks, three of which continues the members journey from their first EP WHO!

The Kraze • 13th August 2023

ODD EYE CIRCLE Turns the Volume Up as they Kick Off Their Europe Tour in London!

ODD EYE CIRCLE met their London fans in the city's O2 Forum Kentish Town on August 5, where even a rainy sky couldn't dampen Orbits (LOONA's fandom name) moods!

The Kraze • 11th August 2023

QUEENZ EYE: “We Wish That Our Music Can Be Enjoyed By All Generations With No Separation.”

In the busy summer months amid promotions, the five-member girl group QUEENZ EYE caught up with The Kraze to talk about their latest EP, UNI-Q. Their first comeback EP released on July 6 is home to two of their newest tracks: “UN-NORMAL” and “Domino.” While “UN-NORMAL” entices listeners with a rich four-beat count and groovy tempo, “Domino” brings in that tangy summer beat with its house-synth sound in its chorus.

The Kraze • 9th August 2023

TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) Stuns at Lollapalooza This Past Weekend

TXT (TOMORROW X TOGETHER) were dressed to impress as they took on their second appearance at Lollapalooza, this time as headliners!

The Kraze • 26th July 2023

How I Would Style ITZY

Ahead of ITZY’s long-awaited album Kill My Doubt, JYP Entertainment released an album teaser, featuring snippets of all six new tracks. For this comeback, I visualized how I would style each of the members to best fit this album. The five-member girl group is known to experiment not only within their sound, but with what they wear on stage, too.

The Kraze • 12th July 2023

KISS OF LIFE Impress with Their Individual Concept Styling

Debuting in the heart of summer, KISS OF LIFE is showing that they are a force to be reckoned with. The four-member girl group’s concept and styling have already caught the eyes of many, and the team's global impact can almost be predicted.

The Kraze • 9th July 2023

TXT are Back With Their Latest Single “Do It Like That” Featuring the Jonas Brothers

Following the end of their U.S tour, TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) are back with a refreshing summer single, “Do It Like That,” as a special collaboration featuring the Jonas Brothers!

The Kraze • 7th July 2023

pH-1 and Keita Join Forces on “Metronome”

Following the end of Boys Planet, pH-1 and Ciipher rapper Keita teamed up to drop their first joint single "Metronome."

The Kraze • 28th June 2023

Vernon of SEVENTEEN for Kenzo

Vernon of SEVENTEEN has been announced as the global ambassador for French luxury house Kenzo, a first for the brand in its over 50 year reign.

The Kraze • 24th June 2023

P1Harmony Reveals Each of their Favorite Styling Eras

Alongside their fun, upbeat music that draws people in, P1Harmony is a group that is also particularly known for their interest in fashion and for having that distinctive Gen-Z flare. We asked each of the members which comeback era they think best fits each of their own personal styles and why.

The Kraze • 17th June 2023

J.Fla Reflects On Her Music Career Through Her Album Burn The Flower

Returning with her first full-length album, J.Fla is ready to reintroduce herself with album Burn The Flower.

The Kraze • 14th June 2023

ENHYPEN Appointed as Prada’s Newest Brand Ambassadors

On June 9, the seven-member boy group ENHYPEN were announced as the newest brand ambassadors for Italian luxury house Prada. This follows after their full group appearance for the brand back in January of this year, attending the Prada Fall/Winter 2023 Menswear show. Their appearance gained the attention of onlookers as their fans, ENGENES, showed out to see them in their first official global fashion event. ENHYPEN shared their excitement for the partnership: “The synergy (we) will create is

The Kraze • 9th June 2023

THE NEW SIX (TNX) Reintroduces Themselves With Their Latest Single “Kick It 4 Now”

Allow TNX to reintroduce themselves. THE NEW SIX are back with a fresh concept, kicking it back to the ‘90s with their third mini-album, BOYHOOD.

The Kraze • 5th June 2023

Stray Kids Prove They are the Brightest Stars on Latest Album ★★★★★ (5-STAR)

Within the music industry, artists are constantly being rated and judged based on the perception of listeners. However on June 2, Stray Kids proved just how much they deserve five stars with their latest album ★★★★★ (5-STAR). The group proves this when you look at just how much they relate to the five most popular stars in the sky–Polaris, Sirius, Alpha Centauri, Betelgeuse, and Rigel–through the latest tracks on their album.

The Kraze • 31st May 2023

CIX Returns with “Save me, Kill me”

CIX have made their long-awaited comeback with their sixth EP album ‘OK’ Episode 2 : I’m OK, which was released May 29 and features four new tracks: “Back to life,” title track “Save me, Kill me,” “Curtain Call,” and “Color.”

The Kraze • 31st May 2023

When in Cannes…

Throughout the month of May, Cannes became the hotspot for a variety of events and attracted a variety of people. The French city forecasted nothing but blue skies while everybody dressed to the tens.

GENBLKZINE • 3rd July 2023

Summer Music Roundup ☆

ATTENTION! Our Summer Music Roundup Just Dropped ☆ This roundup consists of songs I’m gonna be bumping all of summer, and ones that you should too!

GENBLKZINE • 23rd May 2023

Meet: TheBabeGabe of BLACKSTARKIDS

“I feel like I’m finally becoming a woman and I’m tryna figure out what that means for me.” TheBabeGabe always knew her bright and distinctive voice was her charm within BLACKSTARKIDS. In the heart of spring, Gabe joined the Zoom call adorned in a vibrant purple sweater with a pink and green flower stitched in the heart of it. In a way, the essence of the band’s lively and free-spirited identity was encapsulated by her sweater alone.

Gen - Blk Zine • 12th April 2021

Afrofuturism in Music

After the success of Black Panther, many people have set their eyes on the theme of Afrofuturism and what it entailed. This genre of art form is in no way new, as it transcends further than just within Film, its presence prevalent within; Literature, Fashion, many more but specifically in Music. Various artists making their own technology-heavy, futuristic, dystopian universes and presenting through music videos.

Gen - Blk Zine • 22nd February 2021

J.K. Jordan Kristine Seamón and Identity Crisis

“Even though I wrote the album and I like that other people enjoy it, it was really mainly for me to get out my feelings and everything.” 18-year-old Jordan-J.K.- Kristine Seamón reveals about her first full length album Identity Crisis.

g0ldt33th • 8th May 2023

MEET: natillustratestoo

Fashion industry roles have been consistently changing over the years with the rise of technology and the ever growing list of industry roles being introduced. Knowing that she was going to break into this space, 18-year-old Natalie Ndlovu decided in 2021 that she would share her passion to those around her and put people on to designers and creatives she enjoys through her own Instagram account .

g0ldt33th • 8th May 2023

Heard You Were Looking For Gold Teeth?: Blood Orange - Gold Teeth

“Gold Teeth” features as the eighth track off of Blood Orange’s 2019 album Angel’s Pulse. The track features artists Project Pat, Gangsta Boo and Tinashe for a song that exudes the ultimate level of life from opposite perspectives.

g0ldt33th • 8th May 2023

Heard You Were Looking For Gold Teeth?: BROCKHAMPTON - Gold Teeth

“Gold Teeth” features as the third track of BROCKHAMPTON’s 2022 release The Family. This serves as Kevin Abstract’s solo track on the album, featuring a beat many have said feels reminiscent of Michael Jackson’s “They Don’t Care About Us”.

g0ldt33th • 8th May 2023

Mixtapes For You

The Black Scottish music scene is constantly growing, filled with artists of various genres with music ready at hand for anybody who will listen. Below are specially curated mixtapes, consisting of artists who should be in your roster!

g0ldt33th • 8th May 2023

BAMILEK is Having a Cookout !

Join BAMILEK on Saturday May 20th in collaboration with No Permission Needed Zine and Hip Hop Scotland for a day of live music, fashion, and a large cookout catered to you!

LOOP • 2nd December 2022

Are You ‘Finna Be in the Pit’?

Now that we’re living in a post-Taylor Swift presale society, the world of concert ticketing has shown a massive shift. Shows where fan-artist bonding occurred are now being replaced with empty seats due to ticket scalpers. Gone are the days of simply jumping to the box office before a show, this exclusive consumer grab shares similarities to one of a sneaker drop: one that shuts out the working class and ends by not being in the hands of the people they were intended for.

LOOP • 29th June 2022

Nostalgia Rules The World

Welcome to our lives, where the current state of our media relies on remake after remake. There’s no turning back.

LOOP • 6th June 2022

Dive Into The Colourful World of ADORA’s “Trouble? TRAVEL!"

Following her long-awaited debut in 2021, ADORA did not hold back with her third digital single “Trouble? TRAVEL!”. The South-Korean singer-songwriter and record producer released the third song in her addictive discography, “Trouble? TRAVEL!” on June 1; a fanfare of a pop song with fun, easy-to-follow choreography to match.

ZAZATHEZINE • 20th July 2022

NDOP. Inside Scoop with Scottish Creatives.

25th June 2022 was an exciting, busy day for creatives that were involved with NDOP by BAMILEK, Scottish-Cameroonian brand. NDOP brought some of Glasgow’s underground artists and performers together with the city with live music, food, all to create a unique show in the middle of the city’s very own Buchanan Street.

ZAZATHEZINE • 23rd May 2022

[REVIEW] Alisha Asare - We Were There Once

Glasgow-based artist Alisha Asare dropped her debut single "We Were There Once" on May 20th, 2022, and I can't get enough of it. Many people shared their support through Instagram for the artist's first single, showing the strong support system built around her.