Posts tagged ‘SNSD’

Socio-Cultural
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K-pop and Asian America

In many ways, the Hallyu phenomenon in America is deeply rooted in financial and economic matters. While the Hallyu effect…Read More

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Coming to America: SNSD vs. Wonder Girls

In his 1981 classic tribute to the American immigrant, singer-songwriter Neil Diamond wrote the words, “Got a dream to take them…Read More

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The 101 on Crazy K-pop Fanboys

Most of the posts here at Seoulbeats are usually about the celebrities and their activities, but today let's switch it…Read More

Socio-Cultural
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What K-pop Can Teach Us About The ROK Military

It isn’t often that K-pop makes headlines in major American news publications.  For as much proverbial ink is spilled on…Read More

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SNSD & Dangerous Boys: Not Dangerous or Variety

When the news of SNSD‘s new show came out last year, SNSD and the Dangerous Boys, there were quite a…Read More

Fashion/Style
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K-pop: Dark vs. Cute Concepts

K-pop is highly gimmicky, every new song and album requiring the idols to don a new look to stay current.…Read More

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Girls Bring the Boys Out: The Appeal of Boy Groups

The beginning of a new year has brought a new direction in K-pop. This doesn’t only mean the possible integration…Read More

Socio-Cultural
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Reactions to “Kids React: K-pop Edition”

While perusing through the world of K-pop via the Internet, I came upon this video “Kids React To K-pop.” As…Read More

Fashion/Style
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SNSD goes on Holiday

K-pop companies are always out to make money, and SM Entertainment is no different. Apart from releasing albums, one way…Read More

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Where’s the originality, SM?

I’ve never really been impressed with SM Entertainment, but I will admit to liking many of their artists and songs.…Read More