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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Joshua from Seventeen unveils heartfelt cover of 'Love Is Gone' featuring Slander
Joshua of boy band Seventeen Joshua from Seventeen has agreed to a collab that no one saw coming. The singer teamed up with American EDM duo Slander for a soul-crushing cover of "Love Is Gone". An Emotional Track Let's get one thing straight: "Love Is Gone" by Slander featuring Dylan Matthew wasn't supposed to be this song. When it dropped in May 2019, it was just another addition to the endless scroll of EDM tracks. But then the acoustic version hit in November 2019. With over 600 million Spotify streams and 280 million YouTube views, the acoustic version stripped away all the festival-ready drops and left just haunting piano keys with vocals that left a lasting impact on listeners. When Honey Meets Heartbreak Joshua Hong , the American-born member of Seventeen who somehow manages to make every song sound like a warm hug wrapped. His version of "Love Is Gone" doesn't just cover the original-it completely reimagines it with the kind of vocal control that makes other singers question their career choices. Where Dylan Matthew's original delivery felt raw and desperate (in the best way), Joshua brings this almost ethereal quality that makes you feel like you're floating through your feelings instead of drowning in them. The genius of Joshua's interpretation lies in how he bridges two completely different approaches to heartbreak. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, play this game for 1 minute Navy Quest Undo Western pop tends to scream its pain from rooftops, while K-pop wraps emotions in delicate layers of poetry. Joshua's version honors both traditions, giving us the emotional gut punch of the original with the gentle sophistication that K-pop fans have come to expect. Number Game Jshua's cover is priced at about ₩1,000 (around ₹62). The real value, though, isn't in the price tag-it's in the cultural exchange rate. For independent artists watching from the sidelines, this collab proves that geographical boundaries are just suggestions now. A DJ duo from Los Angeles can work with a K-pop star from Seoul, and the result resonates with fans from Mumbai to Mexico City. Why This Matters More Than Your Instagram Stories This isn't just another celebrity collaboration cooked up in some boardroom between people who've never heard of either artist. This started with genuine mutual respect-Slander were actually fans of Seventeen long before they reached out. In an industry full of manufactured moments, this feels refreshingly authentic. Joshua has been quietly building his international presence, previously collaborating with Pink Sweat$ and contributing to a New Kids On The Block revival album. Each project adds another layer to his artistic identity beyond "the English-speaking member of that really popular K-pop group." For Slander, working with Joshua opens doors to the massive K-pop market, which has proven incredibly lucrative for Western artists who approach it with respect rather than opportunism. The key difference? This collaboration feels earned, not bought. The Verdict: Should You Add This to Your Crying Playlist? Joshua's "Love Is Gone" is crisp, his vocals are absolutely pristine, and the arrangement gives you enough emotional space to really feel everything without being overwhelmed. If you're already a fan of either Seventeen or Slander, this is obviously going straight to your "On Repeat" playlist. If you're new to either, this serves as a perfect introduction to both-Joshua's accessibility for international audiences and Slander's ability to create electronic music with actual emotional depth.
India Today
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
SEVENTEEN's Joshua breathes new life into Slander's Love Is Gone
In a fresh spin on an emotional classic, SEVENTEEN's Joshua has teamed up with American DJ duo SLANDER for a poignant reimagining of their hit acoustic track Love Is Gone. Released on July 25 at 1 PM KST (9:30 AM IST), the new version highlights Joshua's delicate vocal colour, offering a stripped-back yet emotionally potent take on the track, which originally featured Dylan Matthew, explores the aching emptiness of a love lost. With minimal instrumentation and a spotlight on raw emotion, the rework allows Joshua's voice to carry the narrative with a subtle but profound 'He breathed new life into the track with his fresh vocal tone while staying true to its essence,' SLANDER said in a statement, adding that the collaboration came about after they personally reached out to the SEVENTEEN vocalist. Joshua, who has been steadily expanding his musical horizons beyond the K-pop sphere, expressed his gratitude for the collaboration. 'I'm happy and grateful to share one of my favourite songs in my own voice. I'll continue to show my own colour through diverse music,' he isn't Joshua's first foray into global collaborations. He previously featured on 17 by Pink Sweat$ alongside fellow SEVENTEEN member DK and joined DK and Dino for a remix of New Kids On The Block's 2008 single Dirty Joshua is set to return to the stage with SEVENTEEN as the group launches their much-anticipated SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR 'NEW_' beginning September 13–14 at the Incheon Asiad Main Stadium in South Korea.- EndsMust Watch
Malay Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Seventeen's Joshua puts a ballad spin on Slander's dance hit ‘Love is Gone' (VIDEO)
LOS ANGELES, July 26 — K-pop group Seventeen fans have another song to add to their playlist as member Joshua's just collaborated with electronic music duo Slander for another version of the latter's hit Love is Gone. In a statement Slander said: 'We are super excited to share the Seventeen version of Love Is Gone. This was such a special collaboration and opportunity to work with a group of incredibly talented artists to create a brand-new world for this record.' According to the duo, the new version 'stays true to the emotional core but breathes new life with fresh vocal melodies and overtones.' Love is Gone was first released in 2019 with Dylan Matthew, released as an acoustic version in 2021 with the latter one of Spotify's most streamed acoustic songs — over 600 million streams. Have a listen to the song below: Check out the lyric version below:
