Latest Updates — The Kraze

ONEUS Takes Over New York’s Apollo Theater, Setting the Bar for 2023

A new year of K-Pop concerts began in New York last week with the start of the ONEUS Reach for US 1st World Tour at the historic Apollo Theater.

EventsJean LibertJanuary 19, 2023ONEUS, RBW, Boy GroupsComment

Throwback Thursday: K-Pop Throwback for Your Zodiac, Pt. 2

Here’s the next round of K-Pop throwbacks based on your birth month and zodiac sign!

Throwback ThursdayRashelle B.January 19, 2023Weki Meki, WINNER, ITZY, SHINee, VIXX, TWICE, EXOComment

GOT the beat are Fierce in Anticipated Return with “Stamp On It”

A year since the group of SM Entertainment’s powerhouse ladies debuted together with “Step Back,” GOT the beat has made their return with their first mini-album Stamp On It

New ReleaseJessJanuary 18, 2023GOT, SM Entertainment, Girl Groups, GOT the beatComment

Idols Turned Actors

Today, we’ll check out some of the best B-side tracks from groups with members who’ve made an impact both on the stage and on our TV screens.

B-Side TracksSydney PelleritoJanuary 16, 2023miss A, ASTRO, I.O.I, SHINee Comment

Taeyang and Jimin Bring Stellar Vibes in New Collaboration

Taeyang of BIGBANG is back and better than ever with a brand new song featuring Jimin of BTS.

New ReleaseSydney PelleritoJanuary 15, 2023Taeyang, BIGBANG, SoloistsComment

Seollal: Korean New Year

Did you know that South Korea celebrates the New Year twice annually?

Culture, Monthly ColumnsNana BarrattJanuary 15, 2023Comment

Favorite 2022 Releases

2022 was another stellar year in the K-Hip-Hop and K-R&B spaces, so let’s check out some favorite releases from the year.

Surprise of the WeekRoxanne WilsonJanuary 15, 2023BIBI, HUTA, Jessi, B.I, YeziComment

Bittersweet and Beautiful: DAY6’s “I Loved You”

Would you like to hear a song that communicates what most songs can’t? Turn on a DAY6 playlist, and song after song will evoke emotions you didn’t know you could feel.

Artist HighlightMolly ToombsJanuary 13, 2023DAY6, JYP Entertainment, BandsComment

Throwback Thursday: K-Pop Throwback for Your Zodiac, Pt. 1

While these tracks may not be a horoscope for your 2023, maybe there's a secret message hidden somewhere among them.

Throwback ThursdayRashelle B.January 12, 2023Nine Muses, NCT 127, Red Velvet, BTS, 2PMComment

SF9 Solves the “Puzzle” in THE PIECE OF9

Since their debut in 2016, SF9 has had a number of their title tracks gain a lot of attention, but for some reason it never seems to stick like it does for other groups of the same caliber.

ReviewRoxanne WilsonJanuary 11, 2023SF9, FNC Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

Find Your REASON to Listen to MONSTA X’s Latest EP Now

REASON marks their first official comeback since the release of the group’s last EP, SHAPE of LOVE, back in April 2022.

New ReleaseCourtney WillisJanuary 11, 2023MONSTA X, Starship Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

Year of Chaeyoung

From her personal style to her attitude toward life and individuality, Chaeyoung’s vibe is the epitome of Korean youth.

Fashion & BeautyNicole N.January 11, 2023Chaeyoung, TWICE, FashionComment

Reaching Into the New Year with ONEUS

Before they embark on this musical journey, The Kraze had the opportunity to sit down with the group over Zoom to discuss touring, the unique color of ONEUS, and what songs will keep TOMOONs’ ears warm this winter.

InterviewsCiara G.January 10, 2023ONEUS, Interview Comment

"New" Artists For You to Discover In 2023

From K-R&B to K-Indie to K-Rock, and of course K-Pop, there are so many great artists and music out there for you to dive into.

B-Side TracksCourtney WillisJanuary 9, 2023SUMIN, Summer Soul, Hey MenComment

The Kraze’s Top Releases of 2022

As the New Year has begun, The Kraze looked back fondly at all of the amazing releases of 2022 and chose their absolute favorite albums.

Editor's PicksMeighan PetersJanuary 7, 2023Comment

Does ENHYPEN Get Blessed Or Cursed?

As the “Y2K” trend continues to grow, let's look back on ENHYPEN’s year-old title track “Blessed-Cursed” that embodies Y2K fashion.

Artist HighlightAlyssa RamirezJanuary 6, 2023ENHYPEN, HYBE, Boy Groups Comment

VIXX Welcomes 2023 with “Gonna Be Alright”

It’s been a long four years since VIXX released their last single, and to many STARLIGHTs, it seemed like the group may never release another track together.

New ReleaseMeighan PetersJanuary 5, 2023VIXX, Boy GroupsComment