Author: Kpop News Writer

The music world buzzed with excitement when the Jonas Brothers teamed up with South Korea‘s TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) on the track “Do It Like That.” Released on July 7, 2023, this dance-pop confection captures the feeling of falling in love through its catchy lyrics and music. The collaboration is further elevated by an electrifying music video, the brainchild of Ryan Tedder, the lead vocalist of OneRepublic.

Amidst the wave of reactions, one voice stood out—Nathan Walters’. A music producer, recording artist, and former member of the boy band Plus One, Walters decided to share his thoughts on this collaboration. “Back in the early 2000s, I was in a band called Plus One on Atlantic Records. We sold over a million records and toured the world,” he reminisced. Given his background with vocal groups and his love for harmonies, Walters was eager to dive into the video.

Former Boyband Member reacts to BTS Junior? (TXT x Jonas Brothers) “Do It Like That”

Throughout his reaction, Walters expressed admiration for the song’s delivery, the visuals, and the performance of both groups. He particularly enjoyed the chorus, stating, “I love that chorus or the beginning of that chorus.” Walters also appreciated the mix of pop-programmed elements with live drums and elements, highlighting the unpredictability of the melody.

However, he expressed disappointment upon realizing that the Jonas Brothers and TXT weren’t in one place during the music video shoot. “I thought they were going to be together, hanging out,” he mentioned. Despite this, Walters‘ overall impression was positive, even hinting at possibly covering the song in the future.

Who is Nathan Walters?

Beyond his reaction to the collaboration, it’s essential to understand Walters‘ musical background. With over 1.2 million albums sold as part of Plus One, he has collaborated with renowned Western artists like Jessica Simpson and Nicole Scherzinger. His musical journey spans two decades, during which he also crafted scores for TV advertisements and channels like MTV and VH1.

Operating out of North American music hubs like Los Angeles and Nashville, Walters is best known for nurturing independent talent. His collaboration with the artist FUTURES amassed over 3 million Spotify streams, clinching the No. 1 spot on iTunes. Walters‘ approach to music production is deeply collaborative, ensuring those he works with can express their unique sound. Whether he’s working in iconic studios like the Capitol Records Tower or remotely, he leverages cutting-edge technology to replicate the studio experience.

Record with Billboard Charting Producer – Nathan Walters

The collaboration between the Jonas Brothers and TXT has certainly made waves worldwide. With seasoned artists like Nathan Walters weighing in, it’s obvious that “Do It Like That” has bridged generations, resonating with both new listeners and those familiar with the evolution of boy bands. 

As fans worldwide continue to enjoy “Do It Like That,” it’s heartening to see how much admiration and respect artists have for each other, regardless of their backgrounds or the eras they’re from. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: The song blew Nathan Walters’ mind. Source: YouTube/@NathanWalters.

In the still of the night, when the rest of the world is asleep, dreams weave intricate tales that can leave us bewildered, happy, or sad upon waking. For ENHYPEN‘s Jungwon, one such dream became a topic of discussion, surprising his fans. Jungwon’s dream gave fans a rare glimpse into a K-pop idol’s subconscious mind.

In a recent interaction on Weverse, one fan posted, “Did you appear in my dream today?” Jungwon replied to them with a comment that read, “Oh, right. I also had a dream today. I saw an ENGENE. More accurately, I had a dream where I showed my phone to an ENGENE. Ah, explaining this in text is a bit difficult. Wait a minute.”

He went live and provided a brief explanation of his dream. “So in my dream, an ENGENE appeared,” Jungwon began. “But I’m not sure how it was there or what it was doing. Anyway, you know how you can mirror your phone to the TV, right? So I had this mirroring thing, and I was using my phone like this. The ENGENE was even on the TV in my room. They could see everything on that TV.”

Jungwon recalls being mystified by what was happening. “I don’t know how that happened—like, did they go into my room or something? Anyway, it was my dream, so I’m not sure, but the ENGENE was kind of watching. I was flipping my phone around and the ENGENE was inspecting it. Then they were like, ‘Hey, what’s that over there?’ and pointing at things. I remember saying, ‘Oh, this and that’ to the ENGENE and explaining things to them. I dreamt something like that.”

Jungwon’s dream analyzed

Dreams are deeply personal, influenced by our emotions, experiences, and subconscious thoughts. If we were to interpret Jungwon‘s dream, the presence of an ENGENE might symbolize his connection to his fans, as ENGENE is the fandom name for those who support the BELIFT LAB boy group. The act of mirroring his phone to the TV can be a metaphor for openness and transparency, symbolizing how so much of his life is often on display for the public.

The ENGENE inspecting his phone and watching him could represent the scrutiny or attention public figures often feel. The moment in his dream where the ENGENE points and Jungwon explains things can represent communication and understanding, possibly symbolizing his desire to share aspects of his life with others, especially fans. Overall, his dream revolves around themes of communication, connection, scrutiny, and transparency, potentially reflecting his feelings about his relationship with his fans and the broader public.

For public figures like Jungwon, dreams can also be a reflection of the constant interplay between the personal and the public. Dreams don’t differentiate between a celebrity and an ordinary person; it simply comes up with stories based on the dreamer’s emotions and experiences. And while we may never really grasp the entirety of what our dreams mean, they offer a momentary glimpse into our inner world, reminding us of our fears, hopes, and everything else that shapes our daily lives.

Whether it’s Jungwon‘s dream or yours, these nocturnal tales are a testament to the shared human experience, transcending boundaries and connecting us in the most unexpected ways. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: Jungwon is so grateful to ENGENE for their support. He loves them so much that he even dreamed about them. Source: Twitter/@AsiaEnhypen.

In the K-pop industry, where an artist’s every move is scrutinized, SEVENTEEN‘s Joshua recently found himself at the center of a storm. A few weeks ago, rumors began circulating about Joshua‘s alleged relationship with model Cho Mi Young. Since then, the artist has maintained a low profile on social media, with only a few messages of support for fellow SEVENTEEN members Seungkwan and S.Coups on Weverse. However, the stark lack of personal updates left fans very worried, especially after Joshua appeared visibly exhausted in public.

On a brighter note, on August 26, Joshua finally broke his silence with a short yet clearly heartfelt post on Weverse. “You’ve worked hard today too, Carats!!” he wrote, a simple yet touching sentiment that, under normal circumstances, would have been seen as just another sweet interaction between an idol and his fans. However, given the recent events, this message held deeper significance.

His post was met with support from the other SEVENTEEN members. Seungkwan responded with a warm, “you worked hard today too, hyung. hongranghae,” while S.Coups expressed his longing with a simple, “I miss you~.” These interactions highlight the close bond and mutual care the SEVENTEEN members share, even in challenging times.

CARATs, the dedicated fans of SEVENTEEN, also didn’t hold back their emotions. Many expressed their relief and happiness to hear from Joshua after his prolonged silence. Tweets came pouring in, with fans sharing their joy and emphasizing how much they missed their beloved idol.

Overwhelming love for Joshua

Unfortunately, not all reactions were positive. A vocal minority criticized Joshua for not addressing the dating rumors and seemingly continuing with his life as usual. Some found it offensive that he appeared content, valuing his privacy, and that his members supported him throughout. Fortunately, the majority of the responses leaned towards support and understanding. Many voiced frustration with the criticism Joshua faced. On various forums, comments overflowed with annoyance towards the haters and overwhelming love for Joshua. The consensus? The criticism he’s received is absurd.

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While the K-pop world can be tumultuous, with allegations of all kinds overshadowing the music, it’s heartwarming to see fans and fellow artists come together in support of someone like Joshua. We join the chorus of well-wishers in hoping that he continues to find strength in the love and support of his fans and fellow SEVENTEEN members. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: Around the time he came home to Weverse, a photographer he worked with posted some shots of Joshua. Source: Twitter/@svtcontents.

The K-pop scene is no stranger to scandals, and OMEGA X, a promising boy band, is currently at the epicenter of one. Less than a year after their last controversy, the 11-member group is dealing with another one, putting their reputation and future at risk.

Seven months ago, OMEGA X parted ways with Spire Entertainment. Now, the latter is saying that the former conspired with their new agency, IPQ Entertainment, to pre-terminate their exclusive contract—a serious offense known as artist tampering. This information came to light when a K-pop YouTuber called In Ji-woong drew parallels between OMEGA X and another group, FIFTY FIFTY, who faced similar accusations.

원조 피프티 오메가X의 거짓말 밝힙니다

The word “tampering” comes from sports, where teams secretly persuade athletes from rival teams to join them. Though not illegal, the entertainment industry considers it a very foul thing to do. The FIFTY FIFTY case, where the “Cupid” hitmakers allegedly tried to sign with Warner Music Korea in secret, mirrors the accusations against OMEGA X.

The situation became escalated when In Ji-woong and journalist-turned-YouTuber Lee Jin-ho engaged in a public spat. While the former sided with Spire Entertainment and its ex-CEO Kang Seong-hee, the latter defended IPQ Entertainment and its CEO, Yoon Hye-young. Kang maintains she was unjustly portrayed as abusive, while Yoon counters that Kang’s violent tendencies towards OMEGA X were court-verified.

이진호 기자가 피프티 피프티는 까고 오메가x는 옹호하는 이유

OMEGA X and their tumultuous journey

OMEGA X’s journey has been quite tumultuous. The 11-member boy group, consisting of Hangyeom, Hyuk, Hwichan, Jaehan, Jehyun, Junghoon, Kevin, Sebin, Taedong, Xen, and Yechan, debuted under Spire Entertainment in June 2021. They moved to IPQ Entertainment after allegations surfaced of physical and sexual violence by Spire’s CEO. This switch was marked by a fan-released recording, capturing a heated altercation between member Jaehan and Spire’s Kang during their U.S. tour.

Adding another layer to this issue, some claim that OMEGA X members intentionally provoked Kang to capture her outbursts as evidence to justify their departure. Furthermore, there are allegations that they had been in discussions with IPQ Entertainment, previously known as Picturesque, before these controversies. Picturesque, known for producing erotic films, had produced a boys’ love drama featuring OMEGA X members Jaehan and Yechan. The drama’s postponement due to the members’ involvement in the controversy led IPQ to step in.

OMEGA X (오메가엑스) | 2nd Debut Anniversary Mini Fan-Meeting Behind Clip

The broader issue highlighted by this is the standard seven-year exclusive contracts that artists typically sign with their agencies. Established in 2009, following a dispute involving boy band TVXQ, these contracts are now seen as outdated and skewed in favor of artists. Industry insiders, like Lee Nam-kyung of the Korea Management Federation, are advocating for revisions to protect companies from situations like tampering.

Despite all the back-and-forth, both IPQ and Spire Entertainment want to resolve things as soon as possible. Meanwhile, OMEGA X will drop new material by year’s end. As fans await the band’s next move, the industry grapples with the implications of these events. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: Despite this new controversy, the group remains committed to their fans and their work. They recently held a concert in Japan. Source: Twitter/@OmegaX_jp.