Fair Shake Reaction: Deadline - Blackpink

Deadline - Blackpink

(Genre: Kpop)

There's no deadline to check these out:

Jump (Music Video)

Jump (Live Performance)

Go (Music Video)

CaliforniaLuv84 Reaction (to Go)

Form of Therapy Reaction (to Jump)

Fair Shake Reaction: Ruby - Jennie

Ruby - Jennie

(Genre: Pop)

Ruby is the name, but she still got gems:

Mantra (Music Video)

Zen (Music Video)

Love Hangover (Music Video)

ExtraL (Music Video)

like JENNIE (Music Video)

Handlebars (Music Video)

Seoul City (Music Video)

The Ruby Interview (w/ Zane Lowe)

Fair Shake Reaction: Alter Ego - Lisa

Alter Ego - Lisa

(Genre: Pop)

Tap into your Alter Ego journey:

Rockstar (Music Video)

New Woman (Music Video)

Born Again (Music Video)

FUTW Solo Ver. (Music Video)

When I'm with You (Music Video)

Dream (Music Video)

Moonlit Floor (Performance Video)

Hot Ones Interview

Fair Shake Reaction: Rosie - Rosé

Rosie - Rosé

(Genre: Pop)

Deep dive into the real Rosie:

APT. (Music Video)

Number One Girl (Music Video)

Toxic Till The End (Music Video)

The Rosie Interview (w/ Zane Lowe)

One Year of Rosie Interview (w/ Zane Lowe)

Fair Shake Reaction: Amortage - Jisoo

Amortage - Jisoo

(Genre: Kpop)

Links to the love montage:

Earthquake (Music Video)

Earthquake (Choreography Video)

itsANDYandJAS Reaction (to Earthquake)

JREKML Reaction (to Earthquake)

The Kitten Interview (with Buzzfeed)

BM5's January 2025 Favorites

Favorite Singles

Nobody - JoJo

Ya'll should know by now: I see JoJo and I click! Why? Because she never misses!!! With the release of her new EP, JoJo led with a couple of new tracks including this one here that just makes me want to jam the whole way through! The drum groove and funky bassline with her phenomenal vocals is a winning combination, and I can't help but share. What are you doing reading this, though? PRESS PLAY!

Love Hangover - Jennie feat. Dominic Fike

Jennie has been steadily counting down to her full solo album release and I think I should breakdown my feelings in the process. With "Mantra", I thought this is a real fun, pop jam for the girlies. I can definitely dig it even if it doesn't hit my most replayed list. Then "Zen" dropped and I believed that it was an interesting listen with more intriguing visuals. It ultimately had me of the mindset of most likely to skip. Next up, brings us "Love Hangover". The placement of it here probably speaks for itself! The video was super fun and the song was absolutely a vibe I could jive with. So much, in fact, that I currently have this as my favorite solo release from her so far. What do you think, though?

Favorite Discussion

Square Enix Party Chat w/ Briana White & John Eric Bentley

Alright, now I know that gaming stuff isn't something that's brought up here often, but I couldn't help myself. Voice acting has always been a career I'm fascinated by and hearing some of their stories about the job and lives are some extremely interesting things to me. The Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy is another thing that has enraptured much of my attention, even with me recently completing the enjoyable, but lengthy "Rebirth" entry. Therefore, being able to listen to Briana (Aerith) and John (Barret) chat about their experiences and journeys was quite delightful. Figured I try to highlight it for you all, as well, this month.

Full January 2025 Favorites playlist: click here

BM5's October 2024 Favorites

Favorite Single

APT. - Rose feat. Bruno Mars

POP PERFECTION! Need I say more? Alright, I guess I'll let you know that I was heavily anticipating Rose's first single for her full length album to come. I knew it would eventually happen with her moving to the Black Label, but I had no clue it would be such an upbeat pop rock jam! Bruno Mars was a fantastic addition to the track and provides the exuberance that the game supposedly brings in Korea. I'm ecstatic to discover what else she brings with this album to come, if we get more stellar music at this level!

Favorite Rap Album

Chromokopia - Tyler, the Creator

Tyler, the Creator has risen up my list of artists to always check out. This project definitely solidified that spot to not be removed for some time. The album I feel gets even more personal and vulnerable than before, all while exploring the many different styles of production he's done over the years. The features all add something cool to the tracklist and I don't have a single song that I would remove from the experience. I highly suggest giving this a listen if you like hip hop that's left of center.

Favorite Kpop Album

Performante - tripleS Visionary Vision

I can swear by any tripleS project at this point. The consistency of quality is something that I can rely on without fail! The title track, Hit the Floor, brings a cool, old school hip hop feel that makes you want to dance along. Then the rest of the project continues to jump to the many genres that much of the tripleS units have hopped into before, but it never ceases to entertain. In fact, some genres they elevate like with Choom that has them touch the pop rock style, but lends itself to be compared to an anime opening. TripleS continue to prove true to their tagline: Idol of All Possibilities!

Full October 2024 Favorites playlist: click here

BM5's June 2024 Favorites

Favorite Music Discussion

How tripleS Became the "La La La" Group - Ben Atmos

There's been quite a few kpop essay videos from Ben Atmos that I've enjoyed lately, and the cross section of him and tripleS was certainly one I was happy to indulge in. This group definitely has a sound that carries through much of their discography which makes them one of my favorite 5th gen groups. This video in particular covers one of those characteristics that most easily identifies tripleS in the public eye and how it has been used to great effect. If you think you'd like to learn more about the group or see if you agree with his opinion, I highly suggest giving this a watch.

Favorite Comebacks

Rockstar - Lisa

It's her first solo free of YG's influence and it's a banger! 'Nuff said? I think so. Just in case, though, I love to see how ill the camera work and editing was in the video. Plus the song itself sees her kind of dabbling in the hyperpop genre in a way that truly suits her. It's easy to put on and just jam the whole way through. Ultimately, you'll end up singing along and feeling like Lisa; A ROCKSTAR!

Sticky - Kiss of Life

Kiss of Life is the other contender for favorite 5th gen group and both the title, Sticky, and Te Quiero are testaments to why that is. The music video for Sticky is so wonderfully shot with the "one-take" style of direction. The choreography is quite well done with the members and dancers involved, with all of the afro-inspired roots. The song itself is also quite a treat for the ears that immediately left me elated. Yet, the track that left me floored was Te Quiero, another English song from the group. The production and vocals in this one made me awestruck and instantly pressing replay. If you haven't gotten into Kiss of Life by now, what are you waiting for!?

Full June 2024 Favorites playlist: click here

My Blackpink Experience (& Unboxing)

Fair Shake Reaction: The Album - Blackpink

Viewer's Question: KPop Girl Groups

Fair Shake Reaction: The Album - Blackpink

The Album - Blackpink

(Genre: Kpop)

BM5's April & May 2020 Favorites

Favorite Animation Documentary

Penny Proud UNPLUGGED - Toonrifiq Tariq

Growing up, The Proud Family was one of my favorite cartoons. It was so great having such a multi-cultural show to watch. It was wacky and down-to-earth. It was truly a landmark in the history of Disney Channel. With the news of its imminent return through Disney+ in the future, seeing this analysis/interview video was quite a treat to see in my recommended section. It gave a lot of great context behind the shows creation as well as a decent chunk of backstory on the show's creator. I would've never known that Bruce W. Smith was so involved at the company and even released Bebe's Kids on his own, as well. This is honestly an eye-opening documentary.

BM5's January & February 2020 Favorites

Favorite Dance Video

The Present - VillN, M-PACT, Logistx

The cool thing about the B-Boys of Kinjaz and those affiliated with them is that they love to display the artistry of breakdancing in ways most people wouldn't think of. They combine the style along with a more traditional-like Japanese piece in the most beautiful way. The skill and musicality is fully displayed throughout and I HAD to share it with the audience here to enjoy!

BlipMasta5's April & May 2019 Favorites

Favorite Music Videos

No Handouts - Alan Z

Alan Z is an artist I've following for a year and a half, I believe. His mix of R&B and hip-hop is something I've enjoyed all the while. This song from his EP, First Time's the Charm, is one of my favorites from the entire project. The way this video maps out the difficulty he's had as an Asian-American in the music industry was simply, but greatly portrayed. I see a lot of potential for him in this business as long as he continues to let his talent speak as loudly as it does on each song he's released.

Fair Shake Review: Kill This Love - Blackpink

Kill This Love - Blackpink

(Genre: K-Pop)

Now Feel This Love:

Kill This Love (Music Video)

Don't Know What to Do (Live Performance)

Interview (Strahan & Sara)

How Well Do You Know Your Bandmates? (from Billboard)

Blackpink Diaries (Episode 4)

Awkward Blackpink Moments (by N2theM)