Posts tagged ‘2PM’

Socio-Cultural
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The Sexualization of Caucasian Women in K-pop

Anyone who’s paid any degree of attention to recent K-pop videos or K-dramas/movies should have at least noticed the increasing…Read More

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Taking a Look at the Supernatural in K-pop

Humans have always held a fascination for the supernatural. We have different legends, different gods and fantastical creatures from different…Read More

Socio-Cultural
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Is Porn Manly?

Porn. It’s such an awkward thing to admit to watching — even to your friends — because it’s a dirty…Read More

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The Jack of All Trades: Junho Finally Gets the Chance to Shine

I imagine it’s tough being Junho. Junho is an amazing singer. Unfortunately he’s not as amazing as Junsu. He’s a…Read More

Socio-Cultural
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Pretty Boys Take Center Stage

Earlier this week, I found myself checking out some of the newest rookie groups on the K-pop scene, which is…Read More

Socio-Cultural
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How Sexy is Too Sexy?

It’s common knowledge that major Korean TV stations such as KBS, SBS, and MBC are notorious for exerting considerable amounts…Read More

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Can 2PM and Jay Park Let Go of the Past?

I have a confession to make: I am a scarily obsessed 2PM fan. I’m talking posters, t-shirts, CDs, and a…Read More

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Fanclubs: Like a Rainbow

Pearl red, pastel rose pink, sunshine yellow, pearl mint, pearl cobalt blue and pearl burgundy. What are they? Of course…Read More

Socio-Cultural
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The Road to K-pop Stardom: Auditioning

During my freshman year of high school, a close friend of mine who had just moved from Korea once told me that…Read More

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SB Exchange #4: Gayo Daejuns, past and present

This week on SB Exchange, I thought it would be a good opportunity to look at the Gayo Daejuns, or…Read More