Baek Jae Gil, whose viral anthem calls for the ouster of President Yoon Suk Yeol, has a long history with the country’s pro-democracy movement.
Tag: Pop and Rock Music
The Lyrics to “+57” Causes Backlash in Colombia, a Reggaeton Hot Spot
A recent song’s explicit lyrics have prompted criticism that the music promotes harmful stereotypes about Colombia.
Why Michael Learns to Rock Is Big in Asia
Michael Learns to Rock hoped for success west of their native Denmark. But for 30 years, they’ve had a devoted following on the other side of the world.
Why Michael Learns to Rock Is Big in Asia
Michael Learns to Rock hoped for success west of their native Denmark. But for 30 years, they’ve had a devoted following on the other side of the world.
Taylor Swift to Tour in Canada After Trudeau Issues Plea on Social Media
Ms. Swift is performing six shows in Toronto before heading to Vancouver, the final stop in her blockbuster Eras Tour.
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The foods and music and culture that move us most might not be very good, but that doesn’t diminish their power to comfort and delight.
Part-Time Farmers, Part-Time Rock Stars: A Chinese Band’s Unlikely Rise
The band, Varihnaz, has gained fans by offering an alternative to China’s hyper-polished, fast-paced modern life, with songs about pesticides and poultry raising.
Paul Di’Anno, Early Iron Maiden Frontman, Dies at 66
He sang with the band in its early years before being replaced by Bruce Dickinson. He later worked with other bands and pursued a solo career.
Hanni of NewJeans Testifies in Parliament About Bullying at Work
The appearance by Hanni, a member of NewJeans, was eagerly awaited, but she offered few revelations about her famously regimented industry.
Missing Out on Coldplay’s India Tickets, Some Fans Vented — Even to Police
When 13 million people tried to buy tickets for the band’s Mumbai shows, the ticketing site crashed. Many who came up short cried foul, both online and to the authorities.