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Even though I’ve already went on and on about the music I’ve enjoyed this year, I had to reserve a special article about the Idol scene in 2011. As far as I’m concerned, 2011 was really the year of the Idol. The wave may have started back in 2010, but it didn’t reach its full potential until this year.

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I consider myself a miss A fan. I’ve been progressively becoming more and more of a fan as they’ve released more and more music.  Their first two mini-albums were strong and I enjoyed them. Since their first full length album is pretty much these two minis with a few added new songs, it would stand to reason that I’d enjoy it. And I do.

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Veteran fans of Korean music know the quality of Jaurim and their songs. If you’re tired the generic electronica and dance tracks in KPop and you want something more lively than a ballad track, look no further. As one of the most popular (as far as I’m concerned) rock groups in South Korea, does Jaurim’s latest release live up to their name?

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As a rookie group, Sistar (씨스타) has shot up in popularity not because of their looks, but due to their talent at performing, especially with Hyorin’s powerful voice. Sistar has released their first album after just over a year since their debut, with their new single “So Cool.” Following up the hit that was Sistar19′s “Ma Boy,” can the group’s new single stay cool in this heated summer KPop competition? (more…)

…but they’re topping the charts as queens with their second mini album, aptly titled, “2NE1 2nd Mini Album.” As one of the most popular girl groups in South Korea, how does their latest release size up?

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If there’s any girl (or girls in this case) that can be given the title of Miss Right Now, it’s Girl’s Day. Having blown up in popularity in recent months due to their happy, catchy, and cute pop tracks, these girls have found success in an industry saturated with idol girl groups. With their recent release of “Hug Me Once,” these girls are my Miss Right Now. (more…)