Welcome to the Weekly Update – May 14 – 20. “The Killer’s Shopping List” aired it’s finale this week. There is a nice variety to the music videos released this week, from dark and abrasive to bright and summery. And a big casting announcement for an upcoming office romance. I hope you had a great week. Until next time, enjoy your kdrama and ramen!
Casting News
Kwak Dong Yeon, Go Sung Hee, Kang Min Ah, and Bae Hyun Sung
Kwak Dong Yeon, Go Sung Hee, Kang Min Ah, and Bae Hyun Sung will all be appearing in the upcoming office romance drama “Gaus Electronics“. The drama, based on a webtoon of the same name, focuses on the lives and friendships of a group of employees who work for Gaus Electronics. “Gaus Electronics” will air some time later this year.
Music News
AB6IX
Savior
AB6IX is feeling the pull of gravity in their new single “Savior”. The energetic hip-hop track gives us a few abrupt tempo changes that are supported by heavy distorted guitar and blasts of bright brass. It is a darker, more gritty sound than their previous releases. The MV shows the band as a team of investigators trying to uncover a complicated case. The visuals and choreography are sleek and high-tech.
Yerin
Aria
Former GFriend’s Yerin is walking the flowery path in her new debut solo single “Aria”. The breezy pop dance track is light and upbeat, and will fit well into a fun and playful summer playlist. The lyrics bounce along as Yerin sings about stepping into the light and becoming herself. The MV shows the singer looking like a beautiful pixie as she swings and dances among a garden of blooming flowers.
TNX
Move
P Nation’s rookie boy band TNX is moving up with their new debut title track “Move”. Fresh off their appearance on the reality series “LOUD“, the group gives us an exciting hip-hop track that vibrates with smooth energy. The tempo picks up for some energetic rap before falling back down into a nice vocal melody that shows off the groups diverse talents. The sci-fi themed MV shows the band taking charge of space command station.
ONEUS
Bring It On
ONEUS is determined to do or die in their new title track “Bring It On.” The trap track is driven and powerful, as it keeps up a relentless energy until the very end. The MV shows the band taking over a creepy, abandoned amusement park as they dance their way through various points of interest.
HYO
Deep
Ex-Girls’ Generation’s HYO threatens to trap her prey in her web in her new title track “Deep”. The trap EDM track is abrasvie and rhythmic, choosing more of a chant sing-song style rather than melodic vocals. The MV concept shows HYO as a spider intent on catching her love interest in her enticing web.
ASTRO
Candy Sugar Pop
ASTRO is showing off their sweet side in their new title track “Candy Sugar Pop”. The funky, retro pop track is bright and charming with it’s fun energy and lively vocals. The MV is full of bright colors and delicious desserts, as they dance and sing their way through lots of summer fun in the sun.
ONEWE
Roommate
ONEWE is embracing the present in their new single “Roommate”. The beautiful ballad is dramatic and soaring. The instruments remain muted and subdued throughout to allow the band’s emotional vocals to take center stage. The MV shows the band playing in the middle of a cement slab outside an old building. As usual, ONEWE’s charm comes through as you watch them perform.
Drama News
The Killer’s Shopping List
The mystery comedy drama “The Killer’s Shopping List” aired its finale on May 19th. When a murder happens in his neighborhood, a young man tries to help his police officer girlfriend solve the crime. But their only hint is a random receipt from his mother’s corner shop.