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MONSTA X GEAR UP TO HIT U.S. SHORES— 2022 TOUR MONSTA X: NO LIMIT TOUR, PRESENTED BY LEXUS

Tuesday, May 24, 2022

May 18, 2022 - (Los Angeles, CA) International artist, Monsta X, are preparing their U.S. juggernaut of a tour; Monsta X: No Limit Tour presented by Lexus. Kicking off on May 21st at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, it includes ten-stops total, ending on June 11th in California. With a second night recently added in Chicago, Monsta X have attracted a massive international fanbase over the years with their array of hit singles and tours.

Monsta X and Lexus first joined forces on the music video set for their hit single “You Problem,” which Billboard referred to as a “dance floor charmer.” Prior to that, “One Day” was released, marking the group’s third Top 40 single — and as Forbes reported, makes Monsta X only the second K-pop group in history to appear on the chart more than once. Both of these viral singles lead into the release of Monsta X’s second English-language album The Dreaming; where they once again teamed up with Lexus for a Pop Up event in Los Angeles last December.

“We’re so excited to perform and finally see our fans after so long, and are thankful that Lexus will be partnering with us for this tour!” - Monsta X

Get your tickets here if you haven't already!

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— 몬스타엑스_MONSTA X (@OfficialMonstaX) May 19, 2022

ABOUT MONSTA X:
Monsta X's 2021 release of “One Day,” marked the group’s third Top 40 single — and as Forbes reports, makes Monsta X only the second K-pop group in history to appear on the chart more than once. Performed on Good Morning America, Access Hollywood wrote, “Monsta X is back at it with another stunning single,” while PAPER Magazine praised the “heartfelt, soaring ballad, the kind that they do so well,” calling the track “an auspicious introduction to the next chapter in the storied K-pop band's history.” Teen Vogue said, “With a mid-tempo beat and good vibes all around, ‘One Day’ makes us excited for what Monsta X has coming up next.” Alongside the album release, the group’s new concert film Monsta X: The Dreaming hit theaters on December 9, with additional screenings available on Saturday, December 11. Rolling Stone wrote, “The full-length movie will chronicle the journey of [Monsta X] over the last few years, with never-before-seen footage, new interviews with each of the members, and special performances of their biggest hits.” Monsta X: The Dreaming was released in South Korea, Hong Kong and Japan by CJ 4DPlex, and in all remaining global territories by Trafalgar Releasing.

Named by Grammy.com as “one of K-pop’s most prolific groups,” Monsta X’s 12/10 album, The Dreaming, was a continuation of their first all-English-language debut album, ALL ABOUT LUV. Released in February 2020, that album ranked at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 Chart, making Monsta X only the 3rd K-Pop group to chart within the top 10, and was one of the first-ever full English-language pop albums from Korea.

ABOUT LEXUS:
Lexus' passion for brave design, imaginative technology, and exhilarating performance enables the luxury lifestyle brand to create amazing experiences for its customers. Lexus began its journey in 1989 with two luxury sedans and a commitment to pursue perfection. Since then, Lexus has developed its lineup to meet the needs of global luxury customers in more than 90 countries. In the United States, Lexus vehicles are sold through 244 dealers offering a full lineup of luxury vehicles. With six models incorporating Lexus Hybrid Drive, Lexus is the luxury hybrid leader. Lexus also offers eight F SPORT models, one F performance model and one F model. Lexus is committed to being a visionary brand that anticipates the future for luxury customers.

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EPIK HIGH is Here: Asia Pacific Tour 2022- Singapore

Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Get your ‘Champagne’ on and enter the alluring world of South Korean alternative hip hop veterans, EPIK HIGH! CK Star Entertainment is proud to present and announce their Asia Pacific Tour 2022, spanning stops in Singapore, Melbourne, Sydney, Bangkok, Jakarta and more to be announced. Epik High will be the first KPOP act that will be touring APAC since the pandemic.

Fresh from their 2nd fiery appearance at Coachella 2022 and a slew of 28 sold out shows on their North American tour, the eclectic trio is back on familiar shores. Fans in Singapore can rejoice at the good fortune of being the first Southeast Asian stop in the Asia Pacific leg of the tour for one night only, staged at Marina Bay Sands, Sands Grand Ballroom on Saturday, 9th July 2022.

No stranger to Singapore, EPIK HIGH had previously performed in 2019, meeting with hordes of fans and preparing for a bigger, more exclusive return. This new tour marks the trio’s second concert on our island in conjunction with the the release of their highly anticipated 10thstudio album in two parts, ‘Epik High is Here 上 (Part 1)’ & ‘Epik High Is Here 下 (Part 2)’.

The split of the album was intentional, mirroring the way traditional Korean novels were released in two parts giving time to take a break and process what you have consumed before moving on to the next. According to a recent interview with RollingStone magazine, the message behind this newest release is that Epik High is here even when you think no one is willing to listen. This album shares wisdom that only comes from the experience of 20 years of lows and some pretty epic highs.
Fans of Epik High - High Skool - will learn the group’s independence has merely whetted their capacity for producing the experimental and provocative music all have come to love. Expect to rave to emotive hip-hop track “Born Hater” or universally-loved hit “Happen Ending”, and be challenged not to join in a nostalgic sing-along to classic chart-topper “Fly”. Along with the characteristically playful antics of the forever young-at-heart man band, fans can be assured of a night to remember like no other.

About EPIK HIGH

A trailblazing trio formed by Tablo, Mithra Jin and DJ Tukutz, EPIK HIGH debuted in 2003. Their singular blend of hip-hop and sharp lyrics, which openly discuss themes like mental health and social issues, turned them into one of the most pivotal groups in Korean music. Throughout their twenty years together, they released hundreds of anthemic songs, inspired artists like BTS and were the first Korean act to ever play at Coachella in 2016.

Ticket prices start from SGD $138 with limited VIP tickets at $248. Each VIP ticket is entitled to a Meet & Greet, Group Photo & Poster and will be available for purchase at https://www.marinabaysands.com/ and www.sistic.com.sg on 25 May 2022, 10am.

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

Singer-songwriter Cindy Zhang Has A ‘Confession’ To Make With South Korean Indie Artist LambC

Thursday, May 19, 2022

Photo: @cindyzhangmusic (Instagram)

Asian-American singer-songwriter Cindy Zhang will be releasing her very first collaboration single of the year ‘Confession’ with South Korean indie artist LambC on 20 May 2022! Following the release of her last collaboration single ‘Hourglass’ with Korean-American artist Ashley Alisha last year, this new duet collaboration sparks a new spectacular sound compared to her other collaboration releases. Led by a soothing melody, the mellow voices from both singers brings out an authenticity that conveys the bittersweet emotions of a relationship which is full of doubts and insecurities. The song describes two lovers who acknowledge that they are in a toxic relationship and both are very careful in giving their all to each other.

Cindy Zhang

Speaking on the collaboration process, Cindy shared that LambC was someone she always wanted to work with. She revealed that she had been listening to LambC’s songs since 2017, and was thrilling that he agreed to collaborate on this song.

LambC

Noted for his abilities as both a talented producer and a singer-songwriter, LambC is known for his heart-warming and melodious R&B ballads. Filled with harmonies from both singers, this romantic duet gives off a nostalgic and melancholic vibe with acoustic guitar and rock organ, showcasing their raw emotional voices in a heartfelt ballad.

On top of that, Cindy and LambC would like to dedicate this romantic song to all lovers around the world!

This song marks a special day signifying that love is in the air as the release date coincides with ‘Confession’ Day in Asia. 20 May (‘520’) has, in recent years, become a Chinese slang which sounds phonetically very close to ‘I Love You’ in Chinese, become a day for people to confess and express their love. Reflecting how hard it can be to confess your feelings, Cindy sings: Why is it so hard to say the things I wanna say, I'm always feeling insecure and scared you'll walk away

‘Confession’ is an indie bedroom pop track about not being able to say everything that’s on your mind to your partner, causing you to feel far away from each other despite being right beside each other.

The single will be released on all streaming platforms on Friday, 20 May 2022, along with a lyric video on Wednesday, 25 May 2022 on Cindy Zhang’s YouTube channel.

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