Sofia Sayson

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Xiumin Is Defining His Vision and Artistry

1 month ago | genius.com | Sofia Sayson

The EXO member has returned to the K-pop scene after more than two years away. Having begun his solo journey in 2022, Xiumin of the K-pop boy band EXO invites listeners to discover more of his artistic self through his second EP, Interview X, released March 10. Although his career spans more than 12 years, this album suggests that there’s still much to learn about him. Indeed, it’s his very desire for Interview X to offer a broader view of his musical perspective.
[EXCLUSIVE] [INTERVIEW] PSYCHIC FEVER discusses creative process and long-held dream of a US tour

2 months ago | tokyohive.com | Sofia Sayson

The seven-member J-Pop boy band, PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE kicked off 2025 with a bang. The group dropped two singles, "Paradise" and "What's Happenin'," in January ahead of their long-held dream of holding their first-ever US tour. With the lyrics symbolizing PSYCHIC FEVER's journey, the disco-inspired track "Paradise" serves as the band's anthem for their US tour set to commence in February.
SEVENTEEN Ignite The Stage At 'Right Here' Show In Bulacan

Jan 22, 2025 | billboardphilippines.com | Sofia Sayson

From being the first K-pop group to stage a show at the Philippine Arena (on December 17, 2022) to bringing their performance to the Philippine Sports Stadium not just once but twice, SEVENTEEN arrived to show their power, not just in selling out tickets, but also in how their performances leave the audience wanting more. Even for repeat attendees, the excitement of attending a SEVENTEEN show never diminishes; it feels like the first time seeing them live in the flesh again, always.
EXO’s Baekhyun On New Beginnings With 'Hello, World'

Sep 9, 2024 | billboardphilippines.com | Sofia Sayson

In putting out music, one must not only consider the quality of performance instilled in the album but also the raw emotions conveyed in the artist’s voice felt throughout the record that would make the listeners deeply connected to it, and this is what exactly EXO’s Baekhyun did — a thing that he genuinely has been wanting to do. With over 12 years of experience, Baekhyun has since made sure to step forward with every release.
What Makes KISS OF LIFE Stand Out In The K-Pop Industry?

Sep 3, 2024 | trends.kpopmap.com | Sofia Sayson

The moment KISS OF LIFE—Julie, Natty, Belle, and Haneul—launched their career, there was this feeling that they didn’t forthright look like rookies. From the very start, they were able and have been exuding such great, “born-to-be-on-stage” vibes. If you are not into K-Pop, I bet you wouldn’t guess how long they have been in the industry. The answer is that they’ve only been in the scene for a year. How did KISS OF LIFE become one of the hottest groups right now?
EXO’s SUHO Is Right At Home

May 31, 2024 | nylonmanila.com | Sofia Sayson

Related: EXO’s CHEN Opens Another “DOOR” To A Realm Rich With His Emotions And Musical ColorsWe aren’t counting, but if we were, we’d say EXO member and solo act SUHO is owning May 2024. He kicked it off with the release of Love You Gradually —the OST of the drama, Missing Crown Prince, which he also stars in. That was followed by the inauguration of his solo tour, SU:HOME, and the release of his new EP to top it all off.
EXO’s CHEN Opens A “DOOR” To Rich Emotions And Musical Colors

May 29, 2024 | nylonmanila.com | Sofia Sayson

Related: LEO Is Taking It All In Stride—The Good And The BadEven with over 10 years of being part of one of K-pop’s celebrated groups, EXO, and five years of building his sleek discography as a solo artist, CHEN has yet to open a lot of “doors” — “doors” that will lead to new creative avenues. With DOOR being CHEN’s fourth EP, the artist has continually shown his evolved self. A growth evident in his storytelling, emotions, and vocals, his latest addition brings a new sense of refined maturity.
ILLIT Takes Its First Step In A World Of Whimsy, Vibes, And Magic

Mar 29, 2024 | nylonmanila.com | Sofia Sayson

Related: On Dreams And First Crushes: ENHYPEN’s New Spotify K-Pop ON Single Is A Full-Circle MomentIf you want to know what gagging the world in less than 10 minutes looks like, check out ILLIT’s debut EP. It’s the five-member girl group’s first appearance on the ever-growing music scene, but their debut album, SUPER REAL ME, has already made the listeners magnetized to its infectious laid-back melodies.
More Than Idols, TWICE Is ONCE's Best Friend

Feb 23, 2024 | nylonmanila.com | Sofia Sayson

Related: Highlights From TWICE’s Two-Day Bulacan Concert That Made The Four-Year Wait So Worth ItNine seasons of growth: TWICE, once ordinary girls, now idols whom millions of people get strength from; idols who touch millions with their performances and melodies, through eyes and ears. They are still going strong, with no sign of stopping from showcasing their undimmed talents and love, especially for ONCEs (fandom name).
VCHA Is Ready To Shine As The GIrls Of The Year

Feb 2, 2024 | nylonmanila.com | Sofia Sayson

Related: No More (Hiatus): SISTAR19 Is Back And Better Than Ever Before“Tonight’s like a dream, I bet you never thought you’d see,” sings VCHA, JYP Entertainment’s new talent under their roster, and the first American girl group trained through the K-pop system. Once fierce competitors from the survival show America to Korea, also known as A2K, Lexi, Camila, Kendall, Savanna, KG, and Kaylee are now making their shared dreams a reality, one by one, step by step.