A “Full House” classic from Jesse & The Rippers has been reimagined.
14.08.2023 - 10:05 / nme.com
K-pop boyband Stray Kids has released a new solo track titled ‘Hold On’.On August 13, the K-pop singer unveiled his new original solo song ‘Hold On’ on the boyband’s official YouTube channel. The track was written and composed by Stray Kids bandmates Han and Bang Chan.“Though I cannot see you at the moment / Someday, after quite some time has passed / When I stand before you, please / Come running to me once again,” he sings on the chorus.Seungmin’s new track is the latest in Stray Kids’ ‘SKZ-RECORD’ YouTube series, through which members of the group drop song covers and unofficial tracks.
Their last release from the project had been the fan-dedicated track ‘Party’s Not Over’ which dropped on August 1, the ‘birthday’ of their fan base.Other ‘SKZ-RECORD’ original songs released this year include ‘Snain’ by Changbin, Felix and Seungmin and ‘Volcano’ by Han.Back in May, Stray Kids released their third studio album ‘5-Star’ and its lead single ’S-Class’. The record also included the track ‘Topline’ featuring Korean-American rapper Tiger JK, the Korean-language version of their February 2023 Japanese single ‘The Sound’ and more.In a five-star review of the album, NME’s Crystal Bell described ’S-Class’ as “an intricate puzzle of booming rap, thrumming bass, sultry electro, ’90s hip-hop, sparkling pop and grimy club, a sonorous Rubik’s cube as complex as it is enthralling.”In other K-pop news, girl group IVE have announced that they will be embarking on their first-ever world tour later this year.
A “Full House” classic from Jesse & The Rippers has been reimagined.
For your listening pleasure and a trip down memory lane. John Stamos has dropped a new version of the Full House classic “Forever” the Beach Boys song performed by Stamos several times in the show. Stamos’ new iteration is a lullaby performed by the actor with American Idol alum singer-songwriter Jax.
Temples guitarist Adam Smith has announced details of new solo project Foxette Moxy, sharing first single ‘Medicine’ along with b-side ‘What’s Youth, Papa?’.The new songs find Smith continuing to expand on the woozy, dreamy psychedelia of Temples.“’Medicine’ is a song that follows a conversation between a doctor and their patient,” said Smith. “As a bit of a hypochondriac myself it seemed like a good subject to write about.
Tomorrow X Together (TXT), ITZY and more will perform at KPOP LUX x SBS Super Concert London this September.KPOP LUX x SBS Super Concert London will take place on September 22 and 23 at the O2 Arena. It is the event’s second stop of the year, following a July 22 Madrid show that featured SHINee, ENHYPEN, STAYC, IVE and more.The September 22 date of the upcoming K-pop festival will feature performances from two girl groups (ITZY and an as-yet-unannounced second act) and four boybands (THE BOYZ, WEi, ZEROBASEONE and xikers).Meanwhile the September 23 show will also feature performance by ITZY and xikers.
King Krule has shared a new live film, comprised of footage from his recent run of intimate live shows.
The brilliant Luci has announced that she will release her debut album ‘They Say They Love You’ early next year. Alongside the announcement comes new single ‘Martyr’.She wants the LP, she says, to “touch all the senses”, commenting: “My inspiration comes from the fact that great art exists in the world.
Troye Sivan has announced his upcoming remix of ‘Rush’, featuring Stray Kids‘ Hyunjin and PinkPantheress.Sivan made his return to music last month with new single ‘Rush’ and announced ‘Something To Give Each Other’ – his first full-length album in five years, out October 13.The Australian singer teased the remix of ‘Rush’ with a short post on TikTok, where he dances along to what appears to be new verse by PinkPantheress and Stray Kids’ Hyunjin.@
Stray Kids member Bang Chan has revealed that he is no longer allowed to continue his popular livestream series, Chan’s Room.Bang Chan has been known to host weekly livestreams on YouTube, and formerly on VLIVE, where he would chat with fans and talk on various topics. The musician launched the series in early 2019, with the latest episode being held on May 14 this year.Notably, the May 14 episode of Chan’s Room drew controversy over remarks Bang Chan had made about generational differences in greeting etiquette, following his experience at the Music Bank in Paris event in April.Bang Chan later apologised for this comments in a post on the official Stray Kids Instagram.
BTS singer V has released three of his previous solo tracks on streaming platforms for the first time.On August 28, Big Hit Music shared that the idol’s solo tracks ‘Scenery’, ‘Winter Bear’ and ‘Snow Flower’ were now available via streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music. Prior to this, the three songs had only been available on SoundCloud and YouTube.BTS’ V first released ‘Scenery, his first self-composed track in January 2019, followed by ‘Winter Bear’ later that year.
Måneskin, Demi Lovato, Karol G, and Stray Kids have been announced as the first performers at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards.All four acts will perform at New Jersey’s famed Prudential Center on Tuesday, September 12.During the ceremony, Måneskin will take to the stage for the second consecutive year for the premiere performance of their forthcoming new single ‘Honey (Are You Coming?)’.The Italian band are also up for the Best Rock award for their single ‘The Loneliest’ from their recent album ‘RUSH!’.Lovato meanwhile will make her return to the VMAs after six years. She is set to make the appearance just days before the release of her new album ‘Revamped’.
UPDATED: Demi Lovato, Karol G, Måneskinand Stray Kids are confirmed as the first batch of performers for the 2023 MTV VMAs. The awards show will air live from New Jersey’s Prudential Center on Tuesday, September 12 at 8 pm on MTV and streaming on Paramount+.
Anitta, Demi Lovato, Karol G, Måneskinand Stray Kids are confirmed as the first batch of performers for the 2023 MTV VMAs. The awards show will air live from New Jersey’s Prudential Center on Tuesday, September 12 at 8 pm on MTV and streaming on Paramount+.
Stray Kids is Louis Vuitton’s newest house ambassador.The French luxury fashion house announced the Stray Kids’ member as the brand’s new house ambassador today (August 22) on its official Twitter account.“I am thrilled that Felix is joining Louis Vuitton – I love his audacious sense of style,” said Nicolas Ghesquière, the artistic director of women’s collections at Louis Vuitton. The post was accompanied by images from ELLE Korea of Felix wearing pieces by the brand.Captivating global audiences with his versatile talent, Felix brings a distinctive artistry to the 2023 MTV VMA nominated band, in the running for best K-Pop group.#Felix #StrayKids #LouisVuittonPhoto Credits: @ELLE_KOREA pic.twitter.com/08DRuDTFFJ— Louis Vuitton (@LouisVuitton) August 22, 2023“I discovered Felix when I presented my pre-fall collection in Seoul [in April],” Ghesquière told Women’s Wear Daily seperately about the ambassadorship.
Key, a member of K-pop boyband SHINee, has announced his new mini-album, ‘Good & Great’.Today (August 21), Key announced through the official SHINee Twitter account that he’ll be releasing his second solo mini-album, titled ‘Good & Great’, this September.‘Good & Great’ will be Key’s second solo release of 2023, following ‘Killer’ in February. The latter was a repackaged version of his sophomore studio album ‘Gasoline’, which dropped in August 2022, featuring three new songs.Key’s ‘Good & Great’ will be released on September 11 at 6pm KST.
Quavo has shared a new video for his track ‘Hold Me’, which sees him attend a memorial service for late Migos bandmate Takeoff.The rapper released new album ‘Rocket Power’ this week (August 18), and has described it as “my therapy” following the death of Takeoff in late 2022.The video for the track sees Quavo attend a memorial service in Atlanta for his cousin and bandmate.Check it out below.Takeoff died on November 1 last year, aged 28, when he was shot dead in an alleged dice game gone wrong in Houston, Texas. In January, a man was charged with the murder of Takeoff but was released on bail after paying a $1million bond.
*NSYNC might finally be reuniting!
Miley Cyrus is gearing up to drop her newest track, “Used To Be Young”, on August 25 and in a recent Instagram vid, the star reveals just how vital the release date is to her.
Guns N’ Roses have finally released their long-teased and recently delayed single ‘Perhaps’ – check it out below.‘Perhaps’ was reportedly set for release last week (August 11), but was delayed due to reasons unknown at the time of publishing. Prior to its delay, a link briefly appeared on the Universal Music website, allowing eager fans to pre-save the track on Spotify and Apple Music.However, fans were then able to hear it through an accidental leak at bars in America the following day (August 12).
Miley Cyrus will release her new song and video, “Used To Be Young” on August 25, one day after the premiere of ABC special Endless Summer Vacation: Continued (Backyard Sessions).
Thania Garcia It’s been quite some time since Selena Gomez shared original music with her fans as she’s been heavily occupied with her role on “Only Murders in the Building,” and other film ventures. However, on Thursday morning, Gomez confirmed her new album is in the works and announced the incoming release of a song titled “Single Soon,” set to arrive on Aug. 25 via Interscope Records.