Holland

What lies between the lines...

Who is Holland?

A newly debuted artist who rocked the Korean music industry with such a powerful song, and a song that changed the perspectives of artists in the industry. Holland has Debuted as the first openly gay Kpop Idol. Which is huge, because the industry itself is very inclusive, as other artists in the Kpop industry are very supportive of the LGBT community. He is the ifrst Kpop Idol to debut as gay, but others have come forward and opened up about themselves and it's so beautiful that there is an increase in acceptance.






The debut was phenomenal. His song has such a deep meaning once you listen to the lyrics and translate them it's just beautiful. He wants to be there for kids who are struggling and do not feel accepted and wanted. He wants to prove they matter, and this song really shows that. For him to do something like this is the reason why diveristy is continuing to grow, and it's beautiful. He doesn't have other songs out yet so I am only going off his debut single, but I am sure he will have more music coming out soon. As for right now....this is Holland.

My Thoughts

It has such a beautiful concept, and once you see the video you will understand why he is so unique. His voice is rare and even though he only has one song out so far his voice is so beautiful. I honestly want to see how much more music he creates because his tone of voice is so unique and I love it. I love that he is also proud of who he is and spreading the message to other kpop fans and other artists that it's okay to be who you are and don't let anyone bring you down. I think the Korean music industry is stepping in the right direction with this Kpop Idol. I would completely reccomend you to listen. 

If you want to hear more, or see more of him check him out here:

Holland's Instagram
Holland's YouTube Channel
Holland's Twitter
Holland's Facebook

Population Control

A Four piece

What are they about?

Population Control is a 4-piece hardcore punk band formed in 2016 from Toledo Ohio.
Winfield Thomas-Vocals
Jake Hayes-Drums
Nathan Randolph-Guitar
Jared Owens-Bass
The band started as a 3-piece with Coty Vespo on drums. The three had about a year of shows going starting in Summer 2016.
After Coty decided to leave the group, Jake was added on drums, and Nathan joined the group on guitar.   

My Thoughts

As a whole, I like the way the instruments go together in a nice flow. I also wish that the vocalist said more because he writes all the songs himself which is amazing. I just found that their sound is really unique, and I wish their songs were extended for a longer period of time because they seem so short and I want to hear more. I think they have real potential to be something great, as long as they keep working and creating new content more often. They have events coming out soon so I will link their band page below.

Go check them out here!!!!

Population Control Bandcamp
Population Control's Facebook

The War (The Power Of Music) Album review

EXO

A worldwide sensation coming to life...

Exo originally had 12 members, then went to 9, and then went to 8 within the last year alone.

(Lay is currently doing solo promotions so he did not participate in the album)

July 18th the War album was originally digitally sold, but I was told to live the experience instead of listening to Apple Music or Pandora. So I went over and purchased the Album repackaged which means it looks like the first photo instead if the second. The Power of music album came out in September..months later with extra songs and a lot of photos.

When you get the receive the album it is a bit overwhelming because there is a lot of stuff in there, but I mean it is worth the price. You pay around $20-35 for the album(Shipping varies depending on location) The best news is that it doesn't just come in Korean, but it also comes in Chinese. 

What it comes with:

■ 1 CD + 1 Graphic Novel Comics (Random 1 Page out of 10 Pages) + 16 Character Cards + 4 Double cards + 1 Group Card + 1 Manual + 1 Random Card (Random 1 out of 16) 

■ Comes with Folded Poster 
■ Comes with Extra Photocards Set 
■ Ships from Korea, Republic of 

My Favorite Songs on Album:

- The Eve

- Ko Ko Bop

All the songs are good on the album but those are my favorite because of the beat and tone of their voices as well as the catchiness.

(The music will be linked below)

Here's my conclusion:

Should you buy the album?

- If you are a fan and would like to purchase it then by all means of course but beware it sells out fast because it is a popular album. I personally buy albums just because so honestly you get more than what you paid for. If you don't want to spend the money on an album it's totally understandable, but you can find them on Pandora, Spotify, Apple Music, Google Play Music, and so much more!

They do not have their own channel, but they are under a company labeled SM entertainment so I will link one of their videos down below, so you can go to the main page and search them up and find what you like.

Here is where to find them:

Ko Ko Bop

Exo Spotify
EXO Google Play
EXO iTunes
The Official Store For All Official Goods

A WAR WITHIN

A WAR WITHIN

Not too far, but not too close. Detroit, which isn't too far away, but this is where their journey began.

Can I just say wow.... like seriously

Just give me like 5 seconds.....

Originally composed of 5 members and changing gradually overtime this band has been making themselves their own name in the music industry in the Alternative Metal and Rock band, but that doesn't stop them from breaking boundaries such as covers such as Logic ft. Alessia Cara an Khalid's 1-800-273-8255, or Ed Sheeran's Shape of you, and lets not forget about Justin Timberlake. They did that too.
They create original music as well. There latest video is Wallflower which is actually the first video featured below. They start off super strong and then the whole dynamic changes into this powerful rush of energy in a sense. If you go to their YouTube Channel (Linked Below) They leave their lyrics in the description box. When you read the lyrics, then listen to the songs it makes everything have more meaning.

The Members...

Spencer Maybe

Nikhil Rao

Zac Bardsley

Roy Guldenpfennig 

At First

I listen to many songs on the daily, but I have never heard a voice like that. Like I just can't describe it. The fluidity and versatility just blows my mind like wow. The sound is unique and they just have something special about them. The are in the Itunes and google play music for music to, unless you're me and have Apple Music which is a subscription to stream their music. I had a Conversation with Roy actually and he is probably the most in depth person I have ever had a conversation with when it comes to music and I spent hours talking to him about his band and other bands that influence A War Within. Roy Gave me all their music links, so I spent a hot minute listening and checking things out. Since I am open to all kinds of music, and this is a general type of music that I listened to. I knew it was worth it.

P.S THEY ARE A PART OF THE VAN'S WARPED TOUR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Some Videos :

My Thoughts:

Each video and song has a different concept, and not only that they preform covers too of different songs, and it's just wow... It carries so much emotion, and just wow, and lets just say you shouldn't be playing music on your speakers that loud when everyone in your house is asleep. I am one of those people who listens to songs on repeat because I deconstruct the emotion from the beat to the rhythm on the guitar. I listen to new things everyday and I love the raw emotion the group brings as a whole.
Lets all just take a moment to appreciate that this band is relatively local. Seriously, go check them out they are amazing each and everyone of them. They all contribute in a small part but create an even bigger goal.

Check them out more if you are interested on their YouTube Channel Right Below: 

A WAR WITHIN MUSIC YouTube

A War Within Official site

A War Within Spotify

They have an event coming up maybe you should check it out:

THERE ALMOST SOLD OUT EVENT CHECK HERE

Taemin

The Beauty In Everything

A part of a band that has been going on for over a decade, and an up and coming solo artist is just a great mix. If you are into the foriegn genre of course. Taemin Lee or Lee Taemin is from the Kpop group SHINee which has been a very popular band since 2008 their debut. He also is a Japanese artist who has been in the industry for the past decade. The 24 years old has been creating music constantly throughout the years. Taemin is their solo artist from their group of 5 members respectively.

He is an actor, a judge, a dancing superstar.... like you need to watch him dance to understand like wow. He is just wow. His video thirsty is here if you want to take a look at the sick coregography, but back to the music. His music is super catchy and you always dance to it. Literally I will listen to one of his songs and I will just get up and dance because the songs are so fluid and in that genre the songs have so much meaning and hype that they get you excited to move. He debuted in the music industry at age 14 but his family discovered his ability when he was much younger. 

My Thoughts?

I think you should take a listen because you never know what you could be interested in until you open yourself up to new oportunities. Taemin has talent and I beleive anyone can see that in some aspect it comes accross. He has a very powerful voice and his work is very strong and I think if you do like him you should check out the group SHINee he is in.  Everything will be linked below. 

Find Taemin and More

http://shinee.smtown.com

YouTube/SHINee Facebook for SHINee SHINee Instagram SHINee Twitter

Taemin's Music
Taemin On Spotify