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Hearts2Hearts Chat ep 11 & 12 & Seoul Forest Performances

The girl group that's stolen my heart!

This was actually the kinda content I was CRYING FOR just a couple of weeks ago and it also shows how beneficial it is for group dynamics when you debut a group that trained together over a long time as opposed to from surival shows. They know each other inside and out and are very comfortable with each other and there's no sense of underlying competitiveness.

They have EASY chemistry and understanding and it's made me love them even more. ...

Jake's first reaction to Hearts2Hearts

LOOL i'm so glad this reaction happened like this cos the re-do was PERFECT.

The only reason why this didn't go as great was because - fun fact - just before this, a restaurant had cancelled his food order so I KNOW he was pissed and for good reason LOOL. Also without the dance practice, it wasn't the same however his love for Butterflies (which we will also revisit) made it worth it.

I didn't want to waste the reaction though so enjoy! I may put it on Youtube at a later date b...

&TEAM Go In Blind EP

I have complex feelings about this.

I think it came too quickly after the virality and cuntiness of Deer Hunter AND Big Suki which were massive hits amongst the fandom.

Not to say this is bad, not at all but it feels like a slight step back sonically, or better yet, safer at a time where I think they need to get braver to carry the momentum and offer us more special moments.

This is a minor issue though because the quality is still there, especially with a song like Wolf Typ...

RUN Jin 31 Game Master Showdown 1

Yeonjun really is a very charming guy!!

Actually the chemistry between all 6 was really natural here and probably helps that they're a HYBE dominant group lol and have a few years in the industry I guess.

Looking forward to the next episode.

Enjoy!

TEN 'Stunner' Concert (i skipped a couple songs i don't love sozzz)

A beautiful experience seeing such raw vulnerable artistry on stage.

I love the fact that when music is good, I'll always revisit and artist because I would not want to miss out and Ten delivered. As I said in the reaction, his dancers just were not up to par to his brilliance and I hope as he grows as soloist, he picks a dance team that has a similar energy to him because I think that'll only help with his expression on stage.

The best thing about this is the perfect balance of...

ENHYPEN Coachella Week 2

DUH!!

I'm so glad Coachella is a two week thing because it feels like the artists have a chance to go out even harder the second time around boy did they!

This felt like a whole new experience. The band was also on fire, DID THEY sound like this the previous week??

Jungwon once again dominated AND IT SEEMS SUNGHOON took my advice!!! Wolf of wall street style.

Enjoy!

Jennie Coachella Week 2

WHAT a superstar this girl is.

She definitely got more warmed up as the set went on and I love that. Hearing such a great album live with all the choreo etc was so MUCH FUN!! I also appreciated her changing outfits in simple ways, shows how much thought she put in to this.

That "solo" moment really was everything!

I had a lot of fun and I don't think I have much else to say really.

ENJOY!!

TWS & Daesung and Youngjae Mujin Service

That daesung episodes was quite fun!

I do feel like it was a non factor in terms of really learning anything new about them in a factual way which I do think is the era we're in now. Non journalists are now doing what journalists used to do and this is happening world wide. Celebrities only go on podcasts for interviews now and so you miss out on learning more about your artist but hey times evolve and I do think it's a good career route for those that don't want to perform anymore. 2025-04-23 15:21:57 +0000 UTC View Post

NiziU Nina Mujin Service

WELL!!

LOL I think there's a lot of positives here but the approach is inconsistent.

Her mids and lows which are ironically more difficult for her according to her, are where she sounds the best and the belted range is where I have most issues with her sound.

I also think it could just be her tone and the mic's on these shows add more of that metallic vibe. Acapella she probably sounds better or in a different setting.

If NiziU release some music I'd enjoy please l...

TWS - Try With Us Album

WELL,

They CLEARLY listened to my critiques jfghdsiudhuh.

The growth in vocals, wow. I think it serves as a reminder to me that maybe these labels want to ease us in and allow these artists to grow.

I just get suspicious because HYBE is not known for focusing on vocals but clearly somethings in the water because these boys delivered on here. The layers, harmonies, melody lines and dynamics in their delivery, wow!

Can't wait for dance practices etc! I will be checkin...

KAI - 'Adult swim' album

Much like me wanting Taeyeon to leave those damn rock sounds alone loool, I want Kai to leave the latin/reggaeton vibes alone.

It doesn't sound bad at all but musically it just doesn't go ANYWHERE?!?!?! With R&B he is in his ELEMENT and does so much in the songs even when they're laidback but with these songs? Idk it doesn't tickle my kitty.

Overall it's a laidback way to ease himself back into the industry i guess.

Enjoy!

UNIS - SWICY Album

WELL!! Gfriends nachos were certainly reheated and CHEWED!

I do think this is a good idea though because this sound has been absent from much of the K-pop sphere tbh.

It's not my bag though, they've really ventured away from everything I liked about their debut so I don't know if i'll rush to check out any of their next comebacks unless they change musically.

I will say the quality is STILL high though and they still gave me a song I enjoyed!!

Enjoy!

BABYMONSTER Hello Monsters Concert

ONE THING about YG Artists, they can and will genuinely perform live and with stage presence and full conviction of the lyrics and the message of the song. I can see how present they are in their eyes as they connect with the camera and audience. Makes for a very enjoyable show even when I'm not really enjoying the songs as much.

I love that I could hear imperfections in their vocals and see their focus and confidence whilst producing authentic sounds from within their bodies!

It'...

XIKERS 'Witch' Dance Behind

I'm happy to report I am now obsssed with Yechan.

HOW TALENTED IS THIS BOY?!?!? And his face card is crazy too.

These guys are so exciting man, I can't wait to watch more of their content. I guess their like my idol group version of Xdinary Heroes, their music is not my usual but cos of their talent and personalities I'll carry on. Although saying that I've saved like 7 XH songs lol and I'm at 0 for Xikers so far.

I pray we get a recording behind one day. Sadly I'll have ...

EVNNE 'Hot Mess' & 'Birthday' Recordings

Nah not only can Seungeon BLOW he actually has an effortless attractiveness to him. That voice is crazy though my god, he's up with An tae gyu and Jooyeon. God if the 3 of them sang on a song together I'd actually lose it.

Also Jeong-hyeon who I jokingly called dozen I think ended up having my 3rd fave vocal in Birthday after Hanbin and Seungeon.

A group full of SINGERS. I hope we get love like that and I pray they decide not to disband cos they're soooo talented man.

Enj...

IZNA Jungeun Mujin Service!

OH. I'M SAT.

I went through a journey here which is one of my favourite things that happen in a reaction lol. She really showcased different parts of her voice and once again me and Mujin were LOCKED IN and heard the same things about her voice.

Melt Away was fantastic and honestly that duet was underwhelming, I'll pay to never hear that song again, sorry!

Would've loved if they did die with a smile but also like I said, their voices don't have natural blend but it would'...

NCT Wish poppop album

They just don't tickle my kitty man.

Everything is well executed but I think they're still being pushed for the cute sugar pop phase that just doesn't tickle me. I think in girl groups it lands better for me more often than not in comparison to boy groups unless you're Astro or A.C.E with their cute classics then yes!

It's the same reason why I wasn't in to NCT DREAM in their chewing gum days tbh, but then last year they had my favourite song of the year with unknown which show...

XG Coachella

I definitely considered NOT uploading this cos it was SOO disappointing but I wouldn't want to waste a whole 45 minutes to the ether!

For the positives, I loved the styling and setlist.

For the negatives.

I was gobsmacked that there wasn't a single full live vocal moment in a single song. With the handheld mics we got some different vocals but they still weren't live and the body language and facial expressions show this. This is not up for a debate, not a single part of ...

Close Your Eyes itsfillinlive

Well!!! LOOL

I was curious, yes I skipped the cute parts, I purely wanted the singing moments.

I'm surprised by a couple of other members whose voices I liked actually but overall we've got a LONG WAY TO GO with these boys.

The music does help a little though.

Enjoy!

IZNA 'Sign' Behind the scenes

YOOO Where was Sarang hiding?? I need to reevaluate these girls once more lol.

The strength in their movements is CRAZY. Soo impressive.

Their chemistry is good too! More behind the scenes please cos their vocals sounded good in the room especially Koko a couple times. I need a recording ASAP!

Enjoy!!

ENHYPEN Coachella Week 1

Jungwon.

That's all I'm going to write here.