Welcome to the Weekly Update – August 13 – 19. This week has only ongoing dramas, with nothing new . But there was plenty of new music, including a great pre-release from BLACKPINK and a surprise fan tribute from ONF. I hope you enjoyed your week. Until next time, enjoy your kdrama and ramen!
Casting News
Yoon Shi Yoon
Yoon Shi Yoon will be joining the cast of the romantic drama “Work Later, Drink Now” for the second season. The drama focuses on three woman friends who meet after work regularly to have drinks together. Yoon Shi Yoon will be reprising his role as “Mr Nice Paper”, the love interest of Kang Ji Goo, the origami youtuber. Season 2 of “Work Later, Drink Now” is scheduled to air some time later this year.
Choi Woo Shik, Son Suk Ku, and Lee Hee Joon
Choi Woo Shik, Son Suk Ku, and Lee Hee Joon will be starring in the upcoming dark comedy thriller “Murder DIEary”. Based on a webtoon by the same title, the drama tells the story of a man who accidentally kills a serial murderer, and the detective who is trying to catch him. Murder DIEary” will air on Netflix some time next year.
Music News
THE BOYZ
Whisper
THE BOYZ feel like a big problem in their new single “Whisper”. This upbeat summer track is bright and full of energy. It combines retro bass with futuristic synth to give it a full, unique sound. The MV embraces the vibe of the season with vivid colors and playful scenes.
CRAXY
Undercover
CRAXY are secret goddesses in their new single “Undercover”. In this hip-hop track the group uses fierce energy and plenty of swag. Touches of horror-show spookiness and dramatic synths give the song CRAXY’s signature sound. The MV is full of dark and sinister imagery and edgy choreography.
ONF
Your Song
ONF thrilled fans this week with a surprise release of the new single “Your Song” as well as the album “Storage of ONF”. The band is currently on hiatus while all of them are enlisted, but their agency evidently kept a card up their sleeve. This new pop track starts off as a heartfelt ballad before picking up some tempo and bounce. The futurisitc MV shows the band performing on a bridge up over a white-washed city.
Jaehyun
Forever Only
NCT’s Jaehyun is feeling lonely in his new solo single “Forever Only”. This R&B pop track has strong rhymic guitar and percussion accompanied by smoky vocals with a haunting edge. The MV shows the singer reliving his memories of a past love as he wrestles with the lonliness of moving on.
LUCY
PLAY
LUCY is yearning for their carefree youth in the new single “Play”. This pop ballad uses paino and strings to give a minimalistic feel as the vocals climb and swirl through. The sentimental vibe of both the song and the MV gives the song a sweet tone. The MV shows a man who misses the younger, more joyful version of himself.
BAE173
DaSH
BAE173 don’t give a what in their new single “DaSH”. This hip-hop track drives along with energy and attitude, as it keeps a strong beat to propel it forward. The MV shows the band riding an intergallactic train through space as they dance in various locations both inside and out.
LUMINOUS
Engine
Rookie group LUMINOUS is taking it to the sky in their new single “Engine” from their first full album “LUMINOUS in Wonderland”. This funky pop track has some R&B influences that keep the beat groovy and fun. The MV features the new groups choreography, with lots of star and spaceship themed sets.
BLACKPINK
Pink Venom
BLACKPINK is back and they are bringing the pain in their new pre-release single “Pink Venom”. Their newest hip-hop track features the classic BLACKPINK sound, with some traditional instrumentation thrown in to keep things fresh. The MV shows the group in various fierce and fiery backdrops as they perform their tight, precise choreography.