Why do I write about music?
Using a new decade to do some self-reflecting. Continue reading Why do I write about music?
Author: Jensen Ooi
Based in Singapore and Malaysia. Jensen is a part-time journalist and full-time music fan.
Why we need to talk about Justin Bieber’s new single
The first major conversation we need to have in 2020. Continue reading Why we need to talk about Justin Bieber’s new single
Best albums of 2019, RANKED
Pop music had an unparalleled run in 2019. Continue reading Best albums of 2019, RANKED
Best Korean albums of 2019 you need to listen to
The best from Korea that isn’t K-pop (except for one). Continue reading Best Korean albums of 2019 you need to listen to
Best Songs of 2019, RANKED
The best of the best. Continue reading Best Songs of 2019, RANKED
Best Japanese albums of 2019 you need to listen to
The land of the rising sun, and also the land of the rising talent. Continue reading Best Japanese albums of 2019 you need to listen to
What does it mean to “appropriate” the music of a different culture?
Appreciating a culture’s music does not mean you understand it. Continue reading What does it mean to “appropriate” the music of a different culture?
The most disappointing hip-hop releases of 2019
These 10 albums failed to live up to expectations and then some. Continue reading The most disappointing hip-hop releases of 2019
Best albums of 2019: October – November & In Retrospect
As the year winds down, so have the number of great albums that have been released. Plus, a look back at the records that I missed out on. Continue reading Best albums of 2019: October – November & In Retrospect
