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It’s Kep1er AGAINST THE WORLD in Their First Japanese EP
It’s Kep1er AGAINST THE WORLD in Their First Japanese EP

After making their first Korean comeback with seven members in November, Kep1er has now made their first Japanese comeback with that arrangement.

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ReviewJacob Aron LeungMay 2, 2025Kep1er, Girl Groups, Japanese ReleaseComment
Throwback Thursday: This Is What You Call A Masterpiece Part 4
Throwback Thursday: This Is What You Call A Masterpiece Part 4

We are back and ready to talk about some songs that we consider masterpieces.

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Throwback ThursdayCidney AtchersonMay 1, 2025TXT, TWICE, SHINeeComment
May 2025 Comeback Roundup
May 2025 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.

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New ReleaseThe Kraze StaffMay 1, 2025Comment
DAY6’s Triumphant Return to the U.S.
DAY6’s Triumphant Return to the U.S.

A lot can change in five years. For DAY6, their careers in 2019—the last time they toured—and 2025 feel like day and night.

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EventsKelly SipkoApril 30, 2025DAY6, JYP Entertainment, Bands Comment
Yves Is Writing Her Own Story… And It’s Only Getting Better
Yves Is Writing Her Own Story… And It’s Only Getting Better

If you’ve been following K-Pop over the last few years, chances are you’ve heard of Yves, and if not, now is a good time to tune in.

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Artist HighlightJoi BerryApril 30, 2025Yves, SoloistsComment
MOMOLAND’s Career Pt. 2: “BAAM” to New Beginning
MOMOLAND’s Career Pt. 2: “BAAM” to New Beginning

Last week’s Ladies Corner covered the first portion of MOMOLAND’s career, which will soon be revitalized.

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Ladies CornerJacob Aron LeungApril 29, 2025MOMOLAND, Girl GroupsComment
Lee Jinhyuk Returns with Single Album D - XXXX
Lee Jinhyuk Returns with Single Album D - XXXX

The drop was a bit of a surprise, with only a four-day notice on the news cycle before album release, a surprise album drop to mark the 2000th day anniversary of his solo career launch.

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New ReleaseRoxanne WilsonApril 28, 2025Lee Jinhyuk, SoloistsComment
Best of April 2025
Best of April 2025

April was a fun month of comebacks this year, gifting us with long-awaited solo returns, high-anticipated solo debuts, and exciting comebacks from already established groups in K-Pop.

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B-Side TracksCourtney WillisApril 28, 2025KAI, Mark Lee, xikersComment
Bad Timing Marks the Bold, Long-awaited Return of Bye Bye Badman
Bad Timing Marks the Bold, Long-awaited Return of Bye Bye Badman

Bye Bye Badman (바이 바이 배드맨) broke on the scene as heralds of Brit-pop sounds, but made dreamy tones and synth-driven pop their signature style.

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Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloApril 27, 2025Bye Bye Badman, BandsComment
WAJANGCHANG! CRASH! Lucy is Back!
WAJANGCHANG! CRASH! Lucy is Back!

WAJANGCHANG, which refers to the sound of crashing, breaking, or cracking, references the hatching of a new sound for the almost 5-year band.

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New ReleaseAnya HeatonApril 25, 2025LUCY, BandsComment
Chuu’s “Only cry in the rain” Paints Hazy, Nostalgic Melancholy
Chuu’s “Only cry in the rain” Paints Hazy, Nostalgic Melancholy

Soloist Chuu’s latest comeback blends synth-pop with tender, whirlwind nostalgia – and a good ol’ cry session. 

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ReviewAnya HeatonApril 24, 2025ChuuComment
Throwback Thursday: The Year Is 2016
Throwback Thursday: The Year Is 2016

Is there a time in K-Pop you wish you could return to? For many, it’s 2018 or 2019, but I believe many tend to forget about the glorious year of 2016 and the great music we got from it.

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Throwback ThursdayCidney AtchersonApril 24, 2025NCT U, Zico, Red VelvetComment
TWS Comes of Age in “Countdown!”
TWS Comes of Age in “Countdown!”

Pledis Entertainment’s most youthful act TWS is back with their latest mini-album Try With Us. 

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New ReleaseAnya HeatonApril 23, 2025TWS, Boy GroupsComment
KAI Has Returned With His 4th Mini-Album, Wait On Me
KAI Has Returned With His 4th Mini-Album, Wait On Me

After completing his mandatory military service, EXO member KAI has returned with his new EP, Wait On Me - The 4th Mini Album.

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New ReleaseCidney AtchersonApril 23, 2025KAI, EXOComment
K-Pop’s Tricksters: xikers Are the Ones to Watch
K-Pop’s Tricksters: xikers Are the Ones to Watch

xikers didn’t just show up on the K-Pop scene, they made sure you felt their presence from the jump.

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Artist HighlightJoi BerryApril 23, 2025xikers, Boy Groups Comment
MOMOLAND’s Career Pt. 1: Pre-Debut to “BBoom BBoom”
MOMOLAND’s Career Pt. 1: Pre-Debut to “BBoom BBoom”

The 2020s has proven itself as an unexpected goldmine for girl group reunions, and MOMOLAND is the latest group making future plans.

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Ladies CornerJacob Aron LeungApril 22, 2025MOMOLAND, Girl GroupsComment
SM Classics Jazzes Up aespa’s “Supernova” and “Whiplash”
SM Classics Jazzes Up aespa’s “Supernova” and “Whiplash”

SM Entertainment’s classical music label, SM Classics, has paid tribute to aespa’s “Supernova” and “Whiplash” with jazz renditions.

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Surprise of the WeekJacob Aron LeungApril 20, 2025SM Entertainment, SM StationComment
ME:I’s Third EP, MUSE, is a Piece of Art
ME:I’s Third EP, MUSE, is a Piece of Art

The 11-member group’s newest EP, MUSE, comes with the dual title tracks “MUSE” and “Ready Go.”

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ReviewJacob Aron LeungApril 19, 2025ME:I, Girl GroupsComment
D.C. has their [SPECIAL MOMENT] With TREASURE
D.C. has their [SPECIAL MOMENT] With TREASURE

Over the last few years, Washington DC has become a hot spot for K-Pop shows and the latest artist to grace the capital is none other than TREASURE.

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EventsNia JacksonApril 18, 2025TREASURE, YG Entertainment, Boy Groups Comments
Throwback Thursday: Grab Your Mics Part 2
Throwback Thursday: Grab Your Mics Part 2

Let’s take it back and talk about some songs that make us want to grab our mics and sing along. 

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Throwback ThursdayCidney AtchersonApril 17, 2025I.O.I, TWICE, TaeyangComment
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