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Editor's Pick

aespa Mini Album Vol. 5 - Whiplash (BEAT Version) (Random Version)
aespa

Give Them Whiplash!
October 31, 2024 Picked By Violet See all this editor's picks
After sweeping charts and ruling social media with the viral hits Supernova and Armageddon, aespa continues to slay in the second half of 2024 with their fifth mini-album Whiplash! "One look give 'em Whiplash. Beat drop with a big flash." aespa drops some intense and speedy bass and house beats in their stylish hip-hop dance plug Whiplash (Track 1)! With its catchy topline, the titular single captivates ears with an addictive melody, dazzling beats and confidence-boosting lyrics about focusing on going one's own way. The girls send a warning to those who make unprovoked criticisms in the hip-hop dance track Kill It (Track 2): "The more you disturb me, it's going to be an advantage. I'm... [read more]
Got boost? (SINGLE+TOY) (Limited Edition) (Japan Version)
FANTASTICS FROM EXILE TRIBE

Bubblegum pop boost
October 30, 2024 Picked By Sanwei See all this editor's picks
For anyone in need of a sugar-high kick to their morning playlist, FANTASTICS' latest single has got the boost. Or rather, it's "Got-Boo-Got Got-Boo-Got Energy." Embracing bubblegum pop in the best possible way, Got Boost? delivers a burst of energy from the very first line sung by Yagi Yusei, declaring "Dazzling moments that can't be returned, I won't let anyone take them away." The unabashedly catchy and upbeat track is the opening theme for Kamen Rider Gavv, and it's only appropriate that our candy-colored, sweets-powered Rider has such a bright and positive theme song. The fun, uptempo melody is laced with electronic dance beats and playful lyrics by tokusatsu song specialist... [read more]
Cobweb (2023) (Blu-ray) (Hong Kong Version)
Song Kang Ho (Actor) | Jang Gwang (Actor) | Krystal Jung (Actor) | Oh Jung Se (Actor)

The Cobweb that Kim Jee Woon spun
September 30, 2024 Picked By Sanwei See all this editor's picks
Kim Jee Woon is perhaps now better known for crime action genre fare, but his dark, atmospheric style started in 1998 with the black comedy The Quiet Family. The Korean director returns to his dark comedy roots with Cobweb, a satirical comedy-drama written by Shin Yeon Shick about the making of a film in the early 1970s. Back then, Chungmuro was subjected to heavy censorship under the Park Chung Hee regime, and productions had to pass government censors before and after filming. Nevertheless, director Kim, portrayed by Kim Jee Woon regular Song Kang Ho, is determined to reshoot a different ending for his already wrapped film. Obsessed with his visions of a masterpiece – and his desire for... [read more]
Jo Jung Suk Vol. 1
Jo Jung Suk

The Superstar's Debut
September 20, 2024 Picked By Violet See all this editor's picks
Having swept digital music charts with hits like Aroha and "I Like You" for the sensational drama Hospital Playlist, Jo Jung Suk officially gains a "musician" title in his entertainment career this year with his self-titled first album. Through the Netflix reality show A-List to Playlist, the well-loved Korean actor takes his first step as a rookie singer-songwriter. Throughout the program, Jo Jung Suk takes this project seriously and sincerely as he writes songs of various genres, including but not limited to ballad, hip-hop and blues. Produced by the actor, the lead single Champagne (Track 1) comforts souls with blues rock sounds, chill vibes and laid-back vocals. This song, plus a glass... [read more]
OH MY GIRL Mini Album Vol. 10 - Dreamy Resonance (Random Version)
OH MY GIRL

A dreamlike journey
August 30, 2024 Picked By Violet See all this editor's picks
Best known for megahits like Secret Garden and SSFWL, Oh My Girl pulls off dreamy concepts like no one else. The girls again take us on a dreamlike journey in their tenth mini-album Dreamy Resonance. Oh My Girl stuns with their title track Classified (Track 1), a blend of classical music and pop dance beats that reminds of Red Velvet's Feel My Rhyrthm. Piano sounds, orchestra music, synth lines and jersey club rhythms mix up in a perfect way to create a beautiful ambience that matches well with the group's elegant style. The members express how much loved ones mean to them through Classified: "Sometimes I dive into your dream / Though I can't stay forever / Sometimes I cry to make you smile... [read more]

Feature Articles

YesAsia 2024 Bestsellers - Chinese Music
Written By YumCha! Editorial Team

Similar to previous years, Cantopop ruled over YesAsia C-pop bestseller charts in 2024! Makerville artists dominate all top spots of the lists – MIRROR's Keung To, Anson Lo, Edan Lui and Jer Lau are crowned our top four highest-selling Chinese artists thanks to their MIRROR "IN MY SIGHT" Solo Concert Blu-ray sets. Ian Chan also makes it to #2 in the album chart with his award-winning EP Interlude, while girl group COLLAR tops our album and female artist charts with their first EP Unit 1201. Ranking seventh among male acts, Terence Lam again contributes multiple releases to the bestsellers chart. Leslie Cheung's Final Encounter of The Legend takes #4 in album bestsellers. Joey Yung and Twins... [read more]

Review Highlights

Entertainment News

Dayo Wong's The Last Dance becomes biggest Hong Kong film of all time

The Lady Iron Chef (DVD) (Hong Kong Version)

The Last Dance starring Dayo Wong has become Hong Kong's highest-grossing domestic film of all time. As of early December, The Last Dance has earned HK$122 million, surpassing the record set in 2023 by A Guilty Conscience which starred Dayo Wong as well.

Written and... [Read More]