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An Introduction to 2Z

If you’re a collector of the K-Band variety, make sure to familiarize yourself with 2Z.

Surprise of the WeekRoxanne WilsonMay 1, 20222Z, BandsComment

May 2022 Comeback Roundup

The K-Pop world moves fast, and it can be difficult to keep up with which groups are coming back and when. But don’t worry, The Kraze is here to help keep you in the loop.

New ReleaseThe Kraze StaffMay 1, 2022Comment

DKB Cracks Open a Cold One with the Boys in “Sober”

DKB's “Sober” comeback is a far cry from what we've seen from them before—and that can be good or bad, depending on who you ask.

New ReleaseOmaniApril 30, 2022DKB, Boy GroupsComment

Surviving The Headache of Buying Concert Tickets

Buying tickets can be less stressful as long as you plan accordingly. Here’s your guide on how to make this stressful process easier!

Fan Advice, Monthly ColumnsJessApril 30, 2022Comment

Moonbyul Captures Listeners with “C.I.T.T (Cheese in the Trap)”

C.I.T.T (Cheese in the Trap), her second single-album, consists of a pop-punk inspired title track of the same name.

New ReleaseCourtney WillisApril 30, 2022Moonbyul, MAMAMOO, Soloists Comments

K-Dramas and K-Movies That Explore History and Immigration

For those enjoying Pachinko and are perhaps looking for similar titles to stream that explore themes of immigration and history, here are a few worth checking out.

K-DramasSara LayneApril 30, 2022Comment

BTS Says “I NEED U” in the Most Beautiful Moment in Life

April 29 marks the seventh anniversary of BTS's 2015 comeback “I NEED U,” a song that allowed the group to harvest the fruits of their labor two years after debut and rise to the top of the music charts.

Artist HighlightDominique J.April 29, 2022BTS, BigHit Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

Miyeon’s Solo Debut “Drive” Paints A Pretty Picture of Springtime

Miyeon’s solo debut makes her the third member of (G)I-DLE to explore their individual music identity outside of the group.

DebutsHien NguyenApril 29, 2022Miyeon, (G)I-DLE, SoloistsComment

E’LAST Return with a [ROAR]

[ROAR] may just be E’LAST at their best—growing comfortable with a sound but still continuing to revamp it and keep listeners on their toes.

New ReleaseMeighan PetersApril 29, 2022E'LAST, Boy GroupsComment

MONSTA X Deserves All the “LOVE” with Their Latest Release

The five active members of the group have come to show a cool and suave side of MONSTA X that is both familiar yet new and refreshing.

New ReleaseRachel CollucciApril 28, 2022MONSTA X, Starship Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

April Debut Throwback

As we head towards the end of April, let’s take a look at some quite popular groups that made their K-Pop debut in April!

Throwback ThursdayEmily BApril 28, 2022Apink, Block B, EXO, NCT, Oh My GirlComment

VERIVERY Confronts the Necessity of Darkness in “Undercover”

With their title track “Undercover,” VERIVERY explores a new sound along with how to coexist with your own darkness.

New ReleaseRoxanne WilsonApril 28, 2022VERIVERY, Jellyfish Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

Let’s Make it… Orange—and Keep it Maintained

Here are some of the latest hair transformations that made us envy the vibrant pastel color, along with some maintenance tips if you decide to give it a try yourself.

Fashion & BeautyBettina MiskiApril 27, 2022BLACKPINK, SHINee, HyunAComment

Weddings in Korea: Part 5 Pye-baek (폐백)

After the main wedding ceremony is over, all the guests return home, leaving the closest family of the bride and groom to wrap up the big day.

CultureAnne Seoung Eun BaeApril 24, 2022Comment

History of K-Pop: INFINITE

Despite their claim to fame with “The Chaser,” many newer fans do not seem to be very familiar with INFINITE and their impact on the K-Pop world.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonApril 24, 2022INFINITE, Woolim Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

Kim Sunggyu Showcases Soothing and Spring-Like Vocals in SAVIOR

On April 22, Kim Sunggyu made a comeback with his fourth mini-album SAVIOR.

New ReleaseHien NguyenApril 24, 2022Kim Sungkyu, INFINITE, SoloistsComment

Review: Gang (2019)

Jo Bareun's Gang is one of the more obscure Korean films we’ve seen, and it definitely has something to do with its appearance as something of a student film.

K-MoviesOmaniApril 23, 2022Comment