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My favourite March (2020) comebacks!

First of all… I got to apologise for how L A T E this is. I don’t even really have an excuse, maybe I can blame me doing university work but… I’ve been lacking with that too. I guess I am at that point where motivation is getting hard to find in quarantine, but you guys and this blog is important to me so here we goooooo!

5. 강다니엘 (KANG DANIEL) – 2U

I have to start this one off with how funny the music video for this actually is. However, I do really enjoy the dance for this and the song itself is nice and smooth. Definitely very Kang Daniel vibes, a song that you can listen to while chilling and relaxing.

4. SUHO 수호 – ‘사랑, 하자 (Let’s Love)’

I was so excited for this to come out, and Suho did not disappoint one bit. This is such a ballad and I am so in love with it and him. If you have not yet listened please do, it is really worth it, then come back and tell me how amazing this is.

3. DONGKIZ – LUPIN

BEAT. BEAT. BEAT.
This makes me wanna get up and dance along. They are a group that I really wish would get more recognition because they are genuinely so good why is the Kpop industry sleeping on them! Honestly really like the concept and if you have a spare minute this a good group I very highly recommend!

2. Stray Kids – “바보라도 알아”

Feel like it has been a hot minute since I have had Stray Kids on this blog, but this slower version of them is something I have really enjoyed. This was definitely a grower, a few listens and I was in love with how it all sounded.

1. ITZY – “WANNABE”

ICONIC. This has been on repeat, and I really mean on repeat. I am in love with the lyrics and how positive it is about just purely being yourself, and I highly support it. The music video is so strong and please get me a few of these outfits I need them! Also, the dancing is so good and on point, this months favourite was not hard to pick!

So what has been everyone’s favourite in March?

Review: GOT7’s DYE mini album

This is a comeback I have been building up my excitement for, from the preview photos to the preview of the song and mini album the boys were already impressing. Now the comeback is actually here, let’s look slightly deeper and review the all 6 tracks that are available on Spotify.

The title track ‘NOT BY THE MOON’ is definitely one that will get stuck in your head. It’s only been out a couple of hours and it has not left my mind. There are some crazy theories from what I’ve seen on Twitter, but mostly it follows the deeper story of Romeo and Juliet (or so it seems). The storyline is well thought out and the boys look as dashing as ever. We should also focus on the dance, from what the video gives away (this is written before any dance practise has been released), it looks so energetic and smooth. GOT7 serve looks well, and can we all appreciate Jackson with his crown?

I know a lot of fans were upset because once again, J.Y.P himself has written, composed and arranged their title tracks. We all know how quite often on albums their side tracks are more suitable for the title track but hey, we can’t change that unfortunately.

Even though there is a much deeper meaning to the video, the lyrics work so well with it. The whole album gives me some proper chill vibes, an album I would have on replay while doing university work or sitting in the garden chilling with my family and pets. Personally think that the line distribution throughout it has been pretty good too.

AURA

Written and composed by Choi Youngjae (also known as ARS), I was definitely expecting a masterpiece and our boy definitely delivered well. I like the rhythm and flow of the rappers within it.

CRAZY

Written and composed by our Jaebeom (also known as DEFSOUL), I think that this is one of the most catchy songs on the album. The chorus is so nice and upbeat, making you want to have a little dance along with it. I am really impressed (once again) with how well the rappers fit into this track, and for once they’re not given cringey English lines… we will get to that later ok.

LOVE YOU BETTER

This one is one that really hits me vocally, really enjoyable… though were we expecting any different? However, this is one where I wish our ‘double b’ got rid of the cringe lyrics, just personally don’t think it fits that well, GOT7 are at that stage where I’m sure they don’t need to do that. But hey, I’m no lyrics writer and Jinyoung did so well here, he’s definitely coming for me isn’t he..!

TRUST MY LOVE

Definitely one of my favourites on the album, since the preview this was one I was waiting impatiently for. It’s probably because music wise it’s the most up my street, let me get up and dance! I really hope to see it performed one day, let it make it a possible future tour, please. Vocals are so on point too, everything about this track just really works for me… I think it’s easily identified that it is my favourite.

POISON

BEAT. That’s all I want everyone to know. Please, Mark’s rap in this is something I am living for and want to see more of!

I am aware that there are 3 more tracks which are only available on the CD, if you guys would like then eventually when my albums do arrive I can add my review of those.

But for real, what did you think and which is your favourite?

My favourite February (2020) comebacks!

Hello everyone,
Before I fully start I would like to wish you all well, please stay safe and if you are self isolating I am a message away! Expect a lot more posts in the next few weeks, it’s time for me to stay inside as much as possible.

5. iKON –  뛰어들게(Dive)

No matter what YG puts these boys through, they still resurface as strong as ever. Even without B.I, you can still tell he has had his part in this. The boys just keep going and remaining strong, the song is definitely a calmer one than some of their previous work but I like that.

4. Weki Meki 위키미키 – DAZZLE DAZZLE

These girls always make me smile, and I just love the aesthetic of the video. I have had this on repeat and even my little brother bops to this! Definitely recommend them if you’re looking to get into a girl group.

3. KARD – RED MOON

KARD – do they ever disappoint? Each time they have a comeback I just get more hooked and more impressed. I have mad respect for BM too, he’s been ever so helpful and understanding towards monbebes, thank you. The song itself has a hard beat to it and the music video is full of visuals. We’re definitely lucky to keep receiving such bops.

2. MCND – ICE AGE

Not going to lie to you guys, this is the first I have seen of this group and can I just say, I am older than pretty much all of them – wish I was this talented. The visuals are a yes, the rap is a mega yes and the song hits well. I will definitely be looking more into this group, if anyone wants to send me helpful guides I would appreciate it!

1. PENTAGON – Dr. BeBe

CAN THEY JUST CHILL FOR ONE COMEBACK PLEASE! Pentagon will forever remain one of my favourite groups, even though the drama with Yanan is not over (by drama I mean the fact that he wants to come back but CUBE won’t let him), they just keep releasing new songs that everyone falls in love with. Their fandom (universe) are so sweet and am so proud to be a part of it. Am very much in love with the vocals and visuals and love the way the music video has been put together.

What were your favourite February comebacks? Have I missed out on a gem? Do let me know!

Review: Wonho’s birthday event at Gaza Cafe in London

Happy birthday Wonho!

For Wonho’s birthday, @ukmonbebe and @london_mobebe (Twitter) collaborated together to organise an event at Gaza cafe Soho in London. Since I was already in London for SuperM (review coming soon) it was definitely on my to do list before I left.

It was well organised and not overcrowded as they only let in a few people at a time. That meant that you did have to queue a couple of times, but it was definitely worth it once you were inside the cafe. Before you even entered, the windows were decorated with banners and posters of Wonho, allowing those who walked past to wonder what’s going on. While in the queue, a few people did actually ask what was going on and what it was we were celebrating.

The moment I walked in I felt in awe. Honestly, it’s safe to say I shed some tears a few times… but it was beautiful. Little Wonho displays everywhere, tv playing ot7 performances and the atmosphere over all was so nice and relaxed. Many fans came to visit, ages ranging from children to adults showing the diversity of fans that Monsta X actually have.

A few photographs taken by myself and my friend Hissa at Gaza cafe in London on the 1st of March 2020.

For the day they had a special drink called ‘strawbunny melon ade’ which was very delicious. All the staff at the cafe and those working with the Monbebe accounts were ever so friendly. They even had post it notes and pen so we could write messages to Wonho which were going to get mailed to Starship (apparently), it was definitely a day fully dedicated to showing our love and support for our bunny boy Wonho.

  • A strawbunny melon Ade with the cup sleeve.
  • Some of the messages left for Wonho.

If you pre paid you were able to collect some Wonho goodies such as cup sleeves, photocards and badges. We were told that the wristbands would be mailed out to us at a later date.

For me personally, this was the first birthday event that I have attended and it’s easy to say that it’s left me wanting to attend more. My goodies are pinned on my board and in the back of my clear phone case. Thank you for all the hard work that has been put in to make this a visit to remember.

Here is a blurry moment to show my happiness at the cafe.

Did you go? What was your favourite part? Many thanks to those who organised it, and everyone who came and enjoyed it.

My favourite January (2020) comebacks!

I cannot believe that we are in 2020 already, but did anyone else feel like January has lasted forever? Honestly, so glad that we are in February.

What a crazy month it has been for K-POP, and honestly I have been living for it. This one has been tough to organise into top five if I’m honest with you guys, so I’m ever so curious to see what you guys would of done for January and your top picks!

So, let’s get into it.

5. TAEYEON – 태연 ‘내게 들려주고 싶은 말 (Dear Me)

To start of January, I really enjoyed Taeyeon’s new full album repackage, but this song specifically. I love how positive the song is and the actual melody is so calming yet energising, does that make sense to anyone else?

4. SUPER JUNIOR – 슈퍼주니어 ‘2YA2YAO!’

They came, they conquered, they won.
Honestly, I couldn’t be more proud and happy with all these boys have put into this. They all look so good, and if you haven’t yet listened to this song, you’re really missing out I promise you.

3. DUSTIN – BURN

I have been waiting for this group to debut so I could talk about them for a while! The build up to their debut has been amazing, and the support from their international fan base has been crazy. The song may take a few listens for some people, but it’s a grower and I really really love it. If I could bring these boys to the UK I so would! Their vocals are fab, rap is totally on point and over all I have been hyping these boys up on all my socials!

2. ATEEZ (에이티즈) – ‘Answer’

Were we expecting anything else other than an absolute master piece? The answer is no.
ATEEZ have once again come and completely smashed it out the bag. I have read some crazy theories about the music video and everything and honestly I love the creativity. Also, the lightstick is an absolute master piece. The song itself is nice and energetic and the music video is so well shot/directed.
Are any of my readers going to their tour? If so, which stop?

1. SF9 – ‘Good Guy’

Watching these boy get wins for this absolute banger was all I could of asked for, maybe I even teared up. This song personally really speaks to me, kind of reminds me of older Kpop songs. It has been on repeat, both versions of the album bought and overall just rate this a strong 11/10. It’s been hinted that these boys will return to Europe, please pray that they’ll still include the UK!

I am ever so sorry about how late this blog post is, settling back into university after Christmas break off has been kind of hard, but look out for Monsta X’s album review and February comebacks soon!

My favourite October (2019) comebacks!

When will I ever post on time? Can I maybe get away by saying it’s been a lot to deal with in the fandoms this past month? I actually wrote this update a few days ago, it’s just uploading that I’ve deffered. I’ll say what I have to when it gets to the right song.

5. Youngjae – Forever Love

I’m forever thankful that this man is making music by himself. He never disappoints and his music is right up my street. Definitely even prefer this one to his last comeback, which is a lot.

4. ATEEZ – Wonderland

I know what you’re thinking. ATEEZ at number 4? Are you okay? Now listen, this comeback definitely SLAPS. The title track for sure is one of their best yet, but the rest of the album I’m not sure how keen I am personally. These rookies stole my heart back then and they still have it, can’t believe it’s already been a year since I’ve stanned.

3. VAV – Poison

Can I just say how proud I am? Not only is this song a proper tune but they’re also coming and touring Europe again. I am so excited to see them in London, if any of you are going and want to meet just let me know!

2. Bz-Boys – YESSIR

I’ve stumbled on this group by accident and I already want to stan just from this one song? Honestly I’ve had this song on replay and I highly recommend you guys give this group a chance! (If anyone stans and wants to teach me please do!).

1. Monsta X – Follow

Now this is a difficult one. I mean this comeback should of been one of Monsta X’s best comebacks to date. Everyone loved it, side tracks were amazing. But the fandom was so hurt by news and how everything was dealt with. Never the less we’ve supported and got wins, but we’re all still hurting as we remain unsure on the future of the group. Monsta X is OT7 in our hearts, and I can do nothing but support the boys, pray for the best and wait to see what the future holds. Please, don’t leave our boys.

So better late than never, if anyone needs a chat please do find me on my twitter @ SunlitYoungjae.