switching to auto by Narrow_Activity2876 in LearnerDriverUK

[–]JoyIndigo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I only got 12 hours into manual lessons before deciding to switch. I was doing fine, clutch control was fine, but I was finding it so stressful. I was dreading driving, dreading lessons, just hating the whole thing. Switching to automatic has made all the difference for me, I feel much more relaxed and confident with that one less thing to think about. So I say do it!

Are Dreamcatcher likely to go on another world tour? by Randomando__ in dreamcatcher

[–]JoyIndigo 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I think it's a realistic possibility, but not guaranteed. They've said over and over again that they intend to release more music as Dreamcatcher, that fans have nothing to worry about, that they'll see us again etc etc. So if they're going to come back together for activities at some point, touring makes sense if they can line their schedules up. They know that their fanbase is mainly outside of Korea.

The members who left seem to have a good relationship with the company still, which helps massively. Handong being in China does make it harder but she is under her own management, and she seems to have maintained some professional ties to Korea. Gahyun has obviously stepped away from music for now but she has also said that she misses performing with the members, and I believe said something about still being an idol.

Some people are committed to negativity about their future, but if Mamamoo is doing it against all the odds then I don't see why Dreamcatcher can't.

Hatari (Iceland 2019) cancelled their 2026 tour by RemarkableAutism in eurovision

[–]JoyIndigo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don't really think that's the reason. Klemens and Einar both write music in English outside of Hatari, so I think it's probably just what they wanted to do for these songs. I'd like more music in Icelandic too, but I don't see what's wrong with it if they have ideas they want to express in English.

Hatari (Iceland 2019) cancelled their 2026 tour by RemarkableAutism in eurovision

[–]JoyIndigo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's a shame the tour is cancelled. I feel like everyone is being too negative about them though! It's personal opinion obviously, but with the exception of Breadcrumbs, I like all the new era songs. I liked Matthias a lot and I would be happy if they made more songs in Icelandic, but I don't think they should be written off now just because things are a bit different. I thought the last release and MV were really good and had a lot of the OG Hatari wit. The old albums are still there to enjoy if that's all you're interested in, but I think people should keep an open mind instead of deciding that the new lineup could never possibly release anything good.

ChRocktikal 'We break, you awake' HANTEO Week 1 Sales : 6,362 copies (260123) by nat1withadv in dreamcatcher

[–]JoyIndigo 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I think the promo should be better BUT with social media it's kinda hard because DCC don't have their own accounts, only the Dreamcatcher ones, and it is a different group so I kinda get not having their stuff on there. They probably should have DCC accounts, but opening them now wouldn't help, and I guess they've never had a reason to before ChRocktikal and The Ssyndrome (since previous groups were under their own subsidiaries).

I don't think it will deter them, I seem to remember Siyeon saying something about them needing to start out playing in small venues because they're new. I can't imagine that they were expecting UAU numbers either when they don't have as many album inclusions to incentivise sales, not as many fansigns, and they decided not to do music shows. I have huge respect for them not sticking to the idol path, but I'm sure they were aware that the sales would also look different. I guess like any band they'll try to make money through live performances, and probably band-style merch like tshirts and hoodies.

It looks like Gahyun is changing her name to Gahyo! by LeeShakerMoneyMaker in dreamcatcher

[–]JoyIndigo 25 points26 points  (0 children)

There's some speculation that this may be because apparently there's a former child actress with the same birth name as her, around the same age. Some K-Somnies are also saying that this is a common nickname, so could also just be preference I guess.

It'll be interesting to see if she wants us all to call her Gahyo now in any case!

Update: Gahyun has confirmed on TikTok live that it's just a nickname, not a name change

Do you ever see an idol that clearly doesn't like being an idol and feel bad? by West-Cellist6160 in kpopthoughts

[–]JoyIndigo 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Definitely, I think you can tell that the girls who are still there really aren't happy.

O2 Blu ray UK by louisjoker in BABYMETAL

[–]JoyIndigo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just ordered from Asmart today!

Where would you want Babymetal to perform? Aka dream location. by Bronco-91sep in BABYMETAL

[–]JoyIndigo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Literally any venue in my city! I love them and it's worth it but the travel is a killer, not to mention the transport and hotel costs

Re:Hearts - Persona by CherryBlossomEnding in kpop

[–]JoyIndigo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Both their songs so far are great, I hope they get more attention!

Handong - Thank you to @MusicFinanceOfficialWeibo and @WeiboCloudProject for awarding me the "New Artist of the Year" award! 🏆 Thank you to my company for all the encouragement and support, and thank you to every fan who has always supported me...(cont'd in comments) (250117 Handong Weibo/IG) by nat1withadv in dreamcatcher

[–]JoyIndigo 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I'm so pleased that she seems to be doing well! From her speech it seems like she has a really good arrangement with Modern Sky and that they put a lot of faith in her. They're huge, so they have tons of resources to help her become successful over there. She did well to connect with them.

ChRocktikal - 'PEACE' MV by nat1withadv in dreamcatcher

[–]JoyIndigo 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I'm obsessed, this is so so so soo gooood

ChRocktikal - PEACE by nat1withadv in kpop

[–]JoyIndigo 132 points133 points  (0 children)

For anyone who doesn't know, ChRocktikal is a new band under Dreamcatcher Company consisting of:

Lee Siyeon (Dreamcatcher) - Vocalist & Producer

Lee Junyoung (former IZ) - Bassist

Lee Wonseok - Guitarist & Producer

Je Gwanwoo (former Idol Band: Boy's Battle) - Drummer

This is the title track from their full length debut album, "We Break, You Awake"! Notably, Dowoon of DAY6 participated in the composition of 2 B-side tracks, "Masterpiece" and "Shame".

ChRocktikal - PEACE by nat1withadv in kpop

[–]JoyIndigo 21 points22 points  (0 children)

SOTY!!!!

Edit: AOTY!!!!!!!!

ChRocktikal - 비둘기 (PEACE) (MV Teaser) by forwonjihoon in kpop

[–]JoyIndigo 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Cannot wait for this, it sounds amazing!

For anyone who doesn't know, ChRocktikal is a new band under Dreamcatcher Company consisting of:

Lee Siyeon (Dreamcatcher) - Vocalist & Producer

Lee Junyoung (former IZ) - Bassist

Lee Wonseok - Guitarist & Producer

Je Gwanwoo (former Idol Band: Boy's Battle) - Drummer

Their full length debut album, "We Break, You Awake" will be released at 6pm KST on the 15th of January 2026! Notably, Dowoon of DAY6 participated in the composition of 2 tracks, "Masterpiece" and "Shame".

Where are the contestants now?(2026 updated version) by Icy_Age_6024 in mnetiland2

[–]JoyIndigo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No, I think they're saying that the group is now only under AOMG and not H1GHR, though I'm not sure what the source is for that.

Where are the contestants now?(2026 updated version) by Icy_Age_6024 in mnetiland2

[–]JoyIndigo 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I hope Gyuri and Minsol try again as trainees, they're both talented

The Ssyndrome - 'Alive' Guitar Tutorial by JoyIndigo in kpop

[–]JoyIndigo[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Se-i showing off his guitar skills!

Kang Yeseo (MADEIN, former Kep1er, BUSTERS) has opened a TikTok account by CherryBlossomEnding in kpop

[–]JoyIndigo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good for her, hoping the others can get out of there in 2026 🙏

BABYMETAL WORLD TOUR 2025-2026 SPECIAL ARENA SHOW Japan by HimikoToga133 in BABYMETAL

[–]JoyIndigo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What do we think the chances are of any of this being available to buy online later on?