Author: Tim Musikae

[ad_1] The Korean indie band Jannabi has continued the warm glow from their recent solo concert with a generous gesture of support. After their 2025 solo concert “To All the Boys and Girls,” Jannabi donated all proceeds—48.6 million KRW (around $35,000 USD)—from T-shirt sales to assist children in family caregiving situations. This donation will help cover educational costs, living expenses, and cultural experiences, ensuring these children’s healthy development. This act of kindness reflects what fans perceive as the essence of Jannabi—a sincere mix of music, compassion, and community engagement. The band, which recently launched their fourth studio album “Sound of…

[ad_1] Lorde surprised fans with an unexpected appearance at a themed club night in her honor in Sydney. Check out footage of her arrival and more below. READ MORE: Lorde’s ‘What Was That’ brings us back to the dancefloor for another emotional, electrifying experience Last night (May 25), Mary’s Underground in Sydney hosted a celebration titled What Was That: A Club Night Dedicated to Lorde, partially organized by Xeimma, who also DJed during the event. Midway through the night, fans were stunned when Lorde herself made an appearance. A few lucky attendees recognized the Kiwi artist, exchanged friendly words, and…

[ad_1] EXO’s Baekhyun has made a tremendous comeback! Last week, Baekhyun returned with his highly-anticipated solo mini album “Essence of Reverie,” released on May 19. In under three days post-release, the EP already exceeded 1 million sales, marking Baekhyun’s second solo album to achieve over 1 million copies sold within its opening week. According to Hanteo Chart, “Essence of Reverie” sold a total of 1,066,905 copies in the first week (from May 19 to May 25)—the highest first-week sales for any solo album in 2025 to date. Congratulations to Baekhyun on this remarkable achievement! Catch Baekhyun in EXO’s variety show…

[ad_1] Introducing the essential kit for K-pop concerts: a T-shirt featuring your favorite artist’s name, a band light stick, and a rented Samsung phone equipped with an incredibly sharp zoom. K-pop fans eager to capture moments with their favorite idols have established a niche in the South Korean tech market, with many renting Samsung Galaxy phones for daily use. K-pop concerts frequently sell out vast arenas with capacities exceeding 16,000, like the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul, making high-quality zoom capabilities essential for those seated far from the stage. As a result, phones with 10x optical zoom lenses have become…

[ad_1] Actress Go Hyun Jung offered fans a glimpse into her daily life over the weekend. On May 25, Go Hyun Jung shared a photo on social media with the caption “Organizing,” displaying numerous pens arranged neatly. Behind this carefully organized collection, a tin can pencil holder filled with various pens further reflected her meticulous personality. Later, she posted a brief video showcasing meticulously sorted medical supplies, with the caption “Huff huff,” indicating that she was fatigued from the task. This clip, featuring an impressive amount of medical tape, surprised viewers and fans. Go Hyun Jung’s update follows news from…

[ad_1] A documentary about Judas Priest is currently in production, promising an in-depth look at the metal legends’ captivating career spanning over five decades.This project is one of those that seems long overdue. There’s certainly ample intriguing content to cover. Formed in 1969, well before their NWOBHM counterparts, Priest has weathered challenges that would have shattered lesser bands. One of the most infamous was the mid-1980s trial over alleged ‘subliminal messages’. Ridiculously, the parents of U.S. children who had taken their own lives sued the band, claiming they had included messages in their music urging listeners to ‘try suicide’ and…

[ad_1] While appearing on the “Talk Is Jericho” podcast, SLAYER guitarist Gary Holt discussed the band’s two reunion shows from last year — on September 22, 2024, at Riot Fest in Chicago, Illinois, and on October 10, 2024, at the Aftershock festival in Sacramento, California. Holt, who is also a longtime member of EXODUS, stated (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “It [had] been years, but we rehearsed hard for those performances. We dedicated our time. I never stopped; I was on tour [with EXODUS] a month after the final SLAYER show. Only the pandemic slowed me down. My skills were sharp,…

[ad_1] After having emergency surgery only two days prior, Jo Se Ho displayed remarkable commitment by participating in the filming of ‘2 Days & 1 Night’. The episode airing on May 25 of KBS2’s ‘2 Days & 1 Night’ Season 4 brought the cast to the picturesque city of Yeosu, celebrated for its romantic allure in South Jeolla Province. At the start of the episode, the cast declared, “We’re in huge trouble—this is a crisis for Korean variety shows!” The worry arose from Jo Se Ho’s recent health complications. He revealed, “My immune system has been compromised lately, and I’ve…

[ad_1] Cardi B will be honored with ASCAP’s Voice of the Culture Award at a private event in Los Angeles next month, as reported by Complex. The announcement was made by ASCAP Chairman Paul Williams in a recent press release. “Cardi B has made an unforgettable impact on the hip-hop culture by pushing and redefining boundaries for women,” Williams stated. “Having shattered numerous obstacles with her bold authenticity and talent, she keeps using her voice to uplift and inspire others, a true testament to her significant influence. We are honored to present Cardi B with this year’s ASCAP Voice of…

[ad_1] RWC Summer Events Redwood City is kicking off its 19th season of summer activities on May 30 with a Music on the Square concert featuring Carnaval. This concert series takes place every Friday until August 29, from 6-8 p.m. The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers will inaugurate the Pub in the Park series on May 31, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Red Morton Park. The series continues on Saturdays, July 12, August 2, and September 6. “Twisters” will launch the Movies on the Square series on June 5. This series occurs every Thursday until August 28, with children’s movies…

[ad_1] The moment became even more memorable with Hailey Bieber’s presence in the audience, where she shared clips from the performance on her Instagram Story. Amidst the excitement, she lauded both her husband and SZA, referring to them as her “two favorite artists.” Music legend Justin Bieber surprised fans with an unexpected appearance at SZA and Kendrick Lamar’s “Grand National Tour” concert on May 23 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. He joined SZA onstage, delivering a performance that had the crowd abuzz—especially when he kissed her hands during their passionate duet. Fans Respond to Justin Bieber’s Close Moment with…

[ad_1] Gareth Wyn Williams BBC News Alan Finlay A teenage Alan Finlay captured this image of John Lennon and Yoko Ono while they vacationed at the Corbett Arms with family during the summer of 1969. The Corbett Arms Hotel, where John Lennon and Yoko Ono vacationed as newlyweds while The Beatles held their last chart-topping song, is facing demolition. Lennon and Ono resided at the Georgian, Grade II listed Corbett Arms in Tywyn, Gwynedd, during a tumultuous period for the band in the summer of 1969. The couple was photographed by 13-year-old Alan Finlay while seated in the hotel’s garden,…