America's Got Talent...or do we?

So, after introducing myself to Tokio Hotel, (Germany based band that have recently broke out into the American mainstream) I gained an appreciation for foreign music. A friend of mine, Megan, told me about this band, they have about like 3 different names with abbreviations to match so I'll just stick with Dong Bang Shin Ki (DBSK). Heard of them? They're a Korean boyband pretty much. They have a Japanese album under the name Tohoshinki (TVXQ). Their voices are gorgeous, they harmonize so well. I couldn't believe it. Not to say I underestimated artists from other countries, but being used to just hearing what's out now here and then comparing it to what they can do is such a huge difference. Although I don't understand what they're saying, some of their songs are a lot more enjoyable to listen to than those from American artists. At the end of this post I'll post my absolute favorite song by DBSK titled "Whatever They Say" it's the a capella version just because you can hear them naturally without the music behind them and it's stunning. It honestly makes me disappointed in American music. Don't get me wrong, there are fabulous people here but I think they'd have a run for their money if more music from other countries emerged.

Left to right: Junsu (Xiah), Yoochun (Micky), JaeJoong (Hero), Changmin (Max), Yunho (UKnow)



Step it up America!