Genius Korea Articles 2020-2021
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Best Of
At the end of the year, Genius Korea selects, evaluates, and summarizes the Korean music scene in various categories through a series of dedicated articles.
- Best Performances of 2021 by ssaa10dec (2021)
- Best English Songs of 2021 by sianii (2021)
- Best OSTs of 2021 by ssaa10dec (2021)
- Best B-Sides of 2021 by ssaa10dec (2021)
- Best Returns to Music in 2021 by Hobschiske (2021)
Album Reviews
In-depth reviews of the latest album releases on the Korean music scene.
- KAI is Sweet as a Peach in 'Peaches' by loveholic (2021)
- TWICE is Teaching Science in 'Formula Of Love: O+T=3' by Hobschiske (2021)
- SUPER JUNIOR D&E Set Off The 'Countdown' in Their First Full Album by Nabita (2021)
- NCT 127 Dazzles With 'Favorite' Repackage by loveholic (2021)
- SEVENTEEN Attacks Hearts and Charts with Their 9th Mini-Album 'Attacca' by sianii (2021)
- ENHYPEN Enters a New Dimension in Their New Album 'DIMENSION : DILEMMA' by Nabita (2021)
- aespa Show Off Their 'Savage' Side on Their First Mini-Album by MadisonMurray (2021)
- ITZY's Empowering Individuality Have Us 'CRAZY IN LOVE' with Their Debut Album by zealotofstockholm (2021)
- NCT 127 Will Stick to Your Heart With 'Sticker' by loveholic (2021)
- Wonho is Raw and True to His Style on 'Blue Letter' by ssaa10dec (2021)
- ATEEZ Gives You "Deja Vu" In 'ZERO: FEVER Part. 3' by Nabita (2021)
- JAY B is Unapologetically Authentic on 'SOMO:FUME' by Jina1218 (2021)
- Stray Kids Isn't Afraid to Get 'Noisy' on Their Long-Awaited Return with 'NOEASY' by PlanNine (2021)
- 'Queendom' is the Shiny Red Velvet Comeback We've All Been Waiting For by MadisonMurray (2021)
- SUNMI Flies Through Emotions of Life & Love on '[1/6] One-Sixth' by ssaa10dec (2021)
- DREAMCATCHER takes us on a one-of-a-kind 'Summer Holiday' by EleventhCassette (2021)
Song Highlight
An analysis of a song's story and creation that highlights the depth of a song, as well as the lyrics and music video and their connection between other releases by the artist.
- TXT - "그냥 괴물을 살려두면 안 되는 걸까 (Can't We Just Leave the Monster Alive?)" by LukeNolastname (2021)
- LEE HI - "ONLY" by EleventhCassette (2021)
- CHANYEOL (EXO) - "손 (Hand)" & "Nothin'" by Ssaa10dec (2021)
- SEVENTEEN - "고맙다 (Thanks)" by sianii (2021)
- NCT 127 - "Simon Says" by loveholic (2021)
- TOMORROW x TOGETHER - "Cat & Dog" by txtlyrics (2021)
- HWASA - "Maria (마리아)" by ANC613 (2021)
- BTS - "Black Swan" by ANC613 (2021)
Community's Favorites
Twice a year, Genius Korea community members join forces to celebrate Korean music scene and write about the best newest album and song releases.
- Genius Korea Community's Favorite Albums Of 2021
- Genius Korea Community's Favorite Songs Of 2021
- Genius Korea Community's Favorite Albums Of 2021 So Far
- Genius Korea Community's Favorite Songs Of 2021 So Far
- Genius Korea Community's Favorite Albums Of 2020
- Genius Korea Community's Favorite Songs Of 2020
Other Articles
All other articles by the Genius Korea community, including articles about upcoming releases, artist spotlight articles, concert reviews, artist anniversary articles, and various rankings.
- 5 of the Best Moments From 2021 MAMAs by ssaa10dec (2021)
- 2021 MAMA Nominations and Biggest Snubs by sianii & ssaa10dec (2021)
- Genius Korea Community's Favorite Outfits of 2021 by MadisonMurray (2021)
- [Screen Genius] K-Drama Recommendations by Genius Korea by ssaa10dec (2021)
- [Genius En Español] Mes de la Herencia Hispana: Las Influencias Hispanas en la Industria del K-Pop by loveholic (2021)
- Best Remixes on 'I SAY MAMAMOO: THE BEST' by ssaa10dec (2021)
- Here's Everything We Know About Coldplay x BTS Upcoming Collaboration by siannve (2021)
- Here's Everything We Know About NCT 127's 'STICKER' by loveholic (2021)
- 10 K-Hip-Hop and K-R&B Artists To Check Out by loveholic (2021)
- Here's Everything We Know About TOMORROW X TOGETHER's 'The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE' by Hobschiske (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] The Queens Archive by Red Velvet: B-Side Recommendations by ssaa10dec (2021)
- 10 Tracks By K-Pop Songwriters by ssaa10dec (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] Best Music Videos By NCT 127 by ssaa10dec (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] BTS Anniversary Songs You Might Not Know Yet by siannve (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] Best Unit Songs Performed by BTS' Rap Line by Hobschiske (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] Best Unit Songs Performed by BTS' Vocal Line by crystallized_stars (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] Best Unit Songs Performed By SEVENTEEN by ssaa10dec (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] 6 Solo Tracks By MONSTA X Members by ssaa10dec (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] How (G)I-DLE Became The Queens of 4th Generation K-Pop by ssaa10dec (2021)
- 20 Iconic Female Acts in Korean Music by ssaa10dec (2021)
- 10 Black Songwriters & Producers Who Are Shaping the Korean Music Industry by ssaa10dec (2021)
- Alt. K-Hip-Hop/Pop Crew, Balming Tiger is Back with JUSTFUN! + LOOP? by TheArteek (2021)
- 11 Underrated Korean Artists to Look Out for in 2021 by eatthemooncake (2021)
- Here's Everything We Know About WONHO's 'Love Synonym #2: Right For Us' by ssaa10dec (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] 10 Coolest Collaborative NCT U Tracks by ssaa10dec (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] Best B-Side Tracks by EXO by ssaa10dec (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] Best Title Tracks by EXO by ssaa10dec (2021)
- [Artist Anniversary] Why EXO Remains a Staple in K-Pop by ssaa10dec (2021)
- What To Lookout For In K-Pop In 2021 by ssaa10dec (2021)
- Songs To Add To Your Winter Playlist This Year by ssaa10dec (2020)
- Lyrics dedicated to K-Pop Fandoms: K-Pop's Best Fan Songs by ssaa10dec (2020)
- Big Hit Labels - ENHYPEN's debut & BTS' New Family by ckr (2020)
- A Brief History Of Virtual Idols: Gorillaz, K/DA, Hatsune Miku & Aespa by ssaa10dec, aznmochibunny, and ckr (2020)
- [Artist Anniversary] Kings of Hallyu Wave: Super Junior by ssaa10dec (2020)
- Here's Everything We Know About TWICE's 'Eyes Wide Open' by ssaa10dec (2020)
- NCT 2020 is Coming: Here's Everything You Need to Know About K-Pop's Largest Group Yet by Jina1218 (2020)
- Here's Everything We Know About BLACKPINK's 'THE ALBUM' by KimyJisoo (2020)
- [Artist Anniversary] Korea's Girl Next Door: IU by ssaa10dec (2020)
- [Artist Anniversary] Queen Of K-Pop: BoA by ssaa10dec (2020)
- 2010s: The Decade In K-Pop by ssaa10dec (2020)
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