Viral YouTube Video, “Noose” Gets Music Sequel
Noose is a story about a young boy who, on the brink of committing suicide, is unexpectedly diverted from his path by the sound of barking in the distance. His encounter with a drowning puppy leads to an unexpected turn of events, offering a message of hope and redemption. At the end of the film, […]
Unlocking the K-pop Magic: 5 Masterminds Behind K-Pop’s Chart-Topping Hits and Electrifying Performances
K-pop has seized control of the music world, emerging as a global phenomenon. With only four complete generations of artists, K-pop’s rapid growth shows the world that they’re just getting started and to expect more in the fifth generation. From headlining festivals like Coachella and Lollapalooza to breaking records, it takes an entire team of […]
Album Review: Vertigo Volume II
I first discovered Griff when watching a Disney commercial that represented a Filipino family passing down a stuffed Mickey Mouse. This commercial was the first time that I had ever seen a company like Disney embrace my Filipino heritage. I will admit I got a little teary-eyed watching the commercial. After watching that commercial, I […]
Tuesday Night Cafe: LA’s Oldest Asian American Art and Performance Series Begins Their 26th Season
On a dark Tuesday night of April 2nd, 2024, I walked from my parking space in Little Tokyo to the legendary East West Players for the 26th season opening of Tuesday Night Cafe. This is my third time coming to Tuesday Night Cafe, and it always has a special place in my heart. Tuesday Night […]
K-Folk Meets K-Pop: Coreyah Revives Traditional Korean Folk through Psychedelic Fusions
With the global rise of Korean music groups like BTS and Blackpink, American audiences might be familiar with K-pop—but what about K-Folk? Coreyah (고래야), a Seoul-based band that debuted in 2010, fuses traditional Korean sound with global influences from genres ranging from rock and roll to funk. Coreyah’s US tour is currently taking place, and […]
POC Food & Wine Festival: A Celebration of the Global Majority and Our Allies in Food, Wine, Music, and Culture
The POC Food & Wine Festival is all about building and cultivating community. It’s a 3-day festival happening May 2-5, 2024 that brings the global majority together through food, wine, music, and culture. From established to up-and-coming chefs, artisans, musicians, and more, the event celebrates our ever-growing presence as creators and tastemakers, all enthusiastically creating […]