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Emma Salehi is a Music and Entertainment Journalist with a diverse portfolio of coverage, primarily focused on the Asian diaspora. She is passionate about amplifying underrepresented voices and bringing fresh, culturally rich perspectives to the forefront of media.

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MILLI’s HEAVYWEIGHT: Bold, Vulnerable, and Unapologetically Empowering (Exclusive)

by Emma Salehi July 21, 2025
written by Emma Salehi

Thai rapper, musician, and now Muay Thai fighter MILLI has released 13 hard-hitting tracks on her latest album, HEAVYWEIGHT, a project that expands on her already strong sound while delivering empowering anthems that reflect her new era. 

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Baekhyun ‘Climbs Up Our Hearts’ with Dreamy ‘Reverie’ Tour Stop in Los Angeles

by Emma Salehi July 8, 2025
written by Emma Salehi

On July 6th, at the iconic Kia Forum in Los Angeles, the beloved Korean idol Baekhyun took the stage for the last U.S. stop of his first-ever solo tour under his own label, INB100. Not only did we witness a performance, but we also indulged in a declaration of independence and solo presence.

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Inside A2O May’s Global Debut: Sisterhood, Confidence, & Breaking The Mold

by Emma Salehi June 28, 2025
written by Emma Salehi

During the beautiful spring of May—fittingly, as “May(美)” means beauty in Chinese—we interviewed A2O May following their debut under A2O Entertainment, the new label founded by legendary K-pop producer Lee Soo Man. The interview took place in Los Angeles after their first-ever live festival performance at the iconic iHeartRadio Wango Tango.

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RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17: FYC Pool Party Brings the Heat

by Emma Salehi June 15, 2025
written by Emma Salehi

More than ever, RuPaul’s Drag Race is delivering the culture, the looks, and the drama with its sensational Season 17 — and the Emmys BETTA recognize that!

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Stray Kids Ignite Sofi Stadium with Two Sold-Out Shows of Fire, Energy, and Innovation

by Emma Salehi June 7, 2025
written by Emma Salehi

Last weekend, the sensational K-pop boy group Stray Kids did something quite unheard of in the industry by selling out two stadium shows at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, an experience we were delighted to be part of.

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xikers Leave Their Mark on LA—A Grand Finale of Chaos, Choreo, and Connection

by Emma Salehi May 25, 2025
written by Emma Salehi

Closing out the North American leg of their ‘Road to XY: Enter the Gate’ world tour, xikers reunited as a full 10-member group to deliver a high-energy, loud, rowdy, and truly unforgettable performance at The Novo in Los Angeles.

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J-pop Group BE:FIRST Answers “Who is BE:FIRST?” on Their First-Ever North American Tour

by Emma Salehi May 22, 2025
written by Emma Salehi

J-pop group BE:FIRST set out to answer the question “Who is BE:FIRST?” — the theme of their world tour — and we got to catch them on the North American leg in Los Angeles at the iconic Novo theater. 

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ablume’s Debut Track “Echo” Amplifies a Long-Unheard Message [EXCLUSIVE]

by Emma Salehi May 21, 2025
written by Emma Salehi

When the passion for music and a newfound voice outweighs the fear of producing, a new story is born—and that’s exactly what K-pop girl group ablume has done.

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K-Pop’s Biggest Names Unite in LA for SMTOWN’s 30th Anniversary

by Emma Salehi May 20, 2025
written by Emma Salehi

SMTOWN, one of Korea’s most iconic music festivals hosted by SM Entertainment — home to legendary K-pop groups like aespa, EXO, NCT, and Red Velvet — returned to Los Angeles for the first time in 13 years for the second time ever. 

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Wango Tango 2025: Where K-Pop, C-Pop, and Global Icons Intertwined Shore and Stage

by Emma Salehi May 12, 2025
written by Emma Salehi

With our feet planted in the sand and some of the best weather Los Angeles has seen all year, iHeartRadio’s iconic 102.7 KIIS FM Wango Tango Festival, presented by Fiji Airways, arrived just in time.

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MILLI’s “HEAVYWEIGHT” hits hard — and not MILLI’s “HEAVYWEIGHT” hits hard — and not just with bars. Bold, raw, and fiercely herself, the Thai rapper (@phuckitol) opens up about growth, power, and the price of vulnerability. This is MILLI in her era. 🔥✨ 

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/milli/

✍️: Emma Salehi

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 #Exclusive #HEAVYWEIGHT #MILLI #PowerInVulnerability #Unapologetic #WomenInMusic #GlobalStar #AsianExcellence #NextGenVoices #FearlessFemales #EditorialFeature #BoldAndUnfiltered #MusicThatMatters #RisingIcon
¡Nos Vamos al Mundial! 🇲🇽⚽ Buchanan’s k ¡Nos Vamos al Mundial! 🇲🇽⚽ Buchanan’s kicked off the World Cup countdown with rhythm, passion, and a whole lot of fútbol flair. From the Buchamión to the dance floor, the party brought serious heat. 🥃🔥

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/buchanans-fifa-world-cup-2026-afterparty/

✍️: Nova Bajamonti

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#BuchanansWhiskey #FIFAWorldCup2026 #NosVamosAlMundial #FutbolFiesta #WorldCupVibes #WhiskeyLovers #PartyTime #CelebrateGoodTimes #SoccerSeason #Buchamion #GoodSpirits
Atlanta, you felt it — @beyonce brought fierce s Atlanta, you felt it — @beyonce brought fierce southern swagger and unstoppable energy on Night 1 of the Cowboy Carter Tour. From high-octane performances to those unforgettable moments of raw emotion, this wasn’t just a concert — it was a full-on takeover. The queen proved once again why she reigns supreme, turning the ATL into her own frontier. Yeehaw, Yoncé. 🔥✨

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/this-aint-texas-this-is-atlanta-beyonce-shuts-down-night-1-of-the-cowboy-carter-tour/

✍️: Chantell Hayden

#CowboyCarterTour #Beyoncé #Yoncé #AtlantaNights #QueenB #LiveMusic #TourVibes #SouthernSwagger #MusicMagic #NightOne #ConcertVibes #FierceAndFree #ATL
James Gunn’s take on the Man of Steel blends hea James Gunn’s take on the Man of Steel blends heart, humor, and high stakes. 🦸🏻

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/super-meh-james-gunns-superman-feels-like-its-trying-too-hard-to-be-everything/

✍️: Julian Cannon 

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#Superman #JamesGunn #DCStudios #DCUniverse #ManOfSteel #SuperheroMovies #MovieReview
Diana Ross defines an icon. A national treasure w Diana Ross defines an icon.  A national treasure with a magnificent legacy that has changed the course of music history and popular culture. Get ready for an incredible night at the Hollywood Bowl on July 24 +25. We’ve teamed up with #HollywoodBowl and #LAPhil for a ticket giveaway! This is a show you won’t want to miss! 

Click the link 🔗 in our bio to enter

Giveaway ends on Friday @ 11:59PM EST - Good Luck!
#knockgiveaway #losangeles
Sweet as “Candy,” and as high as an “Elevato Sweet as “Candy,” and as high as an “Elevator…” 🍬

On July 6th, at the iconic Kia Forum in Los Angeles, the beloved Korean idol @baekhyunee_exo took the stage for the last U.S. stop of his first ever solo tour under his own label, @inb100_official. ✨

🔗 https://theknockturnal.com/baekhyun/ 

#Baekhyun #INB100 #Kpop #KpopConcert #ReviereTour #Reviere #EXO
✨ Red, white, and boom! ✨ Macy’s iconic @mac ✨ Red, white, and boom! ✨
Macy’s iconic @macys Fourth of July Fireworks lit up the night sky over the Brooklyn Bridge in a dazzling display of light, sound, and celebration. 

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/macys-fourth-of-july-fireworks-sparkle-bright-at-brooklyn-bridge/

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@lorde “Virgin” is more than an album — it’s an aural snapshot of an artist on the brink of redefining pop music. Step inside Lorde’s world, with us. 🎧🩻

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/virgin-an-x-ray-of-lordes-sonic-arrival/

✍️: Jesse Kosierowski

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#Lorde #Virgin #MusicReview #PopCulture
Meet @dominiquethorne , the rising star behind “ Meet @dominiquethorne , the rising star behind “Ironheart”, @marvelstudios newest @disneyplus show. From Wakanda to a tech-powered hero, she shares the journey, challenges, and excitement of suiting up as Riri Williams. Get ready for a fresh take on heroism! 🔥💥

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/dominique-thorne-talks-new-marvel-tv-show-ironheart-on-disney/

✍️: OJ Williams

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 #Ironheart #MarvelTV #DisneyPlus #DominiqueThorne
Taron Egerton’s range is unreal, and in his late Taron Egerton’s range is unreal, and in his latest project, he’s turning up the heat, literally! We chatted with him for Smoke at @tribeca! 💨🔥
Real fire, real life, Smoke on @appletv has it all Real fire, real life, Smoke on @appletv has it all! We chatted with director Dennis Lehane at @tribeca! 🔥💨
Anna Chlumsky talks working with Dennis Lehane (an Anna Chlumsky talks working with Dennis Lehane (and real fire!) at the world premiere of Smoke on @appletv @tribeca!
The Future of Black Music is NOW! 🎶🎵🎤 We The Future of Black Music is NOW! 🎶🎵🎤

We got the chance to profile 5 amazing new artist and, just know, BLACK music is in great hands!

Check out our profiles on @thefcknartist @niko.noir @babyfaceray @veezeworst @ynjay_ 

Detroit, don’t miss out! Come experience the Future of Black Music live! 🎧🎸🥁🎹🎺🎻

With live performances of today’s best emerging artists. 

RSVP now in the bio to come visit the culture. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
Detroit! Are you ready to experience the Future of Detroit! Are you ready to experience the Future of Black Music! 🎶🎵🎤

Presented by Smirnoff Lemonades & BCode, curated by The Basement Series. Come see the movement move forward! 

RSVP now in the bio to come experience the culture. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
Cutting-edge scares, killer dance moves, and AI ch Cutting-edge scares, killer dance moves, and AI chaos 💃🤖
@m3gan 2.0 is the wild ride your summer needed. Read our full take! 

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/m3gan-2-0-is-ridiculous-over-the-top-fun-but-also-poses-important-questions-about-ai/

✍️: Ishan Wankavala

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#M3GAN2 #AIHorror #SciFiThriller #HorrorComedy #SummerMovies #TechTerror #AIQuestions #MovieReview #CampyHorror
Mini fashion moments, major throwback energy 👛 Mini fashion moments, major throwback energy 👛
@shopcider x @pollypocket took over @alfred with tiny accessories, buttery croissants, and all the Y2K feels 💅☕

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/tiny-fashion-big-nostalgia-cider-x-polly-pocket-pops-up-in-beverly-hills/

✍️: Ashley Lopez

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#CiderxPollyPocket #ShopCider #PollyPocket #CiderGirls #CiderStyle #Alfreds
☀️Summer just kicked off with @dearsummerfesti ☀️Summer just kicked off with @dearsummerfestival. The HBCU kickback inspired festival that grew from a cultural campus phenomenon into becoming the latest and fastest-growing black-owned music festival. 🔥

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/inside-dear-summer-festival-the-black-owned-festival-gaining-national-momentum-built-by-hbcu-alumni/

✍️: Briana Boateng 
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#MeekMill #Valiant #HBCU #DearSummerFestival
@tydollasign takes Tribeca. 🎥 The artist premie @tydollasign takes Tribeca. 🎥
The artist premiered his powerful new doc ‘Still Free TC’—a raw, emotional follow-up to his 2015 album—spotlighting family, justice, and legacy.
10 years later, the message still hits.

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/ty-dolla-ign-premieres-still-free-tc-documentary-at-tribeca-film-festival/

✍️: Kadeem Lundy

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ENTER TO WIN a pair of tickets to July Fourth Fire ENTER TO WIN a pair of tickets to July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular with Earth, Wind & Fire at the Hollywood Bowl on July 2, 3, & 4th! Nine-time Grammy Award-winning icons and one of the best-selling artists of all - Earth, Wind & Fire brings their iconic and timeless catalog of music with hits like “September” and “Shining Star” for three thrilling nights of songs, fireworks and fun. If you don’t win the tickets…don’t worry we’ll have a 20% off code on select sections!
Here’s how to enter:
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Giveaway ends Monday, June 23 @ 11:59PM EST/8:59PM PST ! 
#KnockturnalGiveaway #EarthWindFire #HollywoodBowl #Giveaway #Concert #LosAngeles
@squidgamenetflix Season 3 has entered the arena. @squidgamenetflix Season 3 has entered the arena. 🦑🩸

New players. Higher stakes. And a game that’s more brutal than ever.
The masks return—so does revenge. ⭕️🔺◼️

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/squid-game-season-3-premieres-in-new-york/

✍️: ElizaBeth Taylor 

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