Thursday 26 July 2012

Regarding Nickhun's Drink Driving Controversy


Another day, another 'scandalous' going on in the K-pop world. This time involving 2PM's "Thai Prince" Nickhun. I just wanted to do a quick post here to express my feelings on the matter as I realise it would be a futile effort to do so on any K-pop fan forum (that's like screaming in space -pointless as no one hears).

Monday 23 July 2012

ALBUM REVIEW: Super Junior - Sexy, Free and Single


[Originally written for and featured on the UnitedKpop website - read original here].

Many would be likely to agree that Super Junior is a veritable Hallyu K-pop superpower and that they have remained so for quite a few years. The group have one of the most dedicated fanbases around (ELFs) that have stuck with them throughout the various hardships they have faced since their debut back in 2005.



Sunday 15 July 2012

SONG REVIEW: Jang Wooyoung - "Sexy Lady"


[This review was originally written for and featured on the UnitedKpop website - read it here].
This week’s review focuses on 2PM’s Busan boy Jang Wooyoung and his debut solo track “Sexy Lady”!

Saturday 7 July 2012

Japanese Media and its Moral Lessons




















[Originally written and featured on the UnitedJpop website - Read here!].

When I first started watching Japanese films and television series, it took me a little while to adjust. I have never been one of those people that refuse to watch anything that has subtitles because I cannot be bothered to read along, however foreign films and series were often not my first choice, and I would pounce on the dubbed choice over the subbed one straight away.

Tuesday 3 July 2012

Brighton Japan Festival – Asahi Anime Festival (30th June 2012)


[Originally written for and featured on the UnitedJpop website. Read here!].

The eight-day Brighton Japan Festival drew to a close last week, but here is a little personal coverage of the Asahi Anime part that took place on the penultimate day!





Brighton Japan Festival – Moshi Matsuri (23rd June 2012)


[Originally written for and featured on the UnitedJpop website. Read here!].

T
he Moshi Matsuri was held outside the sushi restaurant Moshi Moshi in Bartholomew Square in Brighton on 23/06/2012. It was comprised of many different stalls that showcased various parts of Japanese culture for people to take part in or purchase.
The festival is still ongoing – set to run from 22nd June to 1st July 2012. Taking place all over Brighton.