Best 2016

Anti is the eighth studio album by Barbadian singer Rihanna, released on January 28, 2016. The album distinguishes itself from her previous dance-pop and R&B records by exploring moody, experimental sounds, incorporating elements of soul, dubstep, and pop. It features prominent singles such as "Work...

WaveNet is a deep neural network architecture for generating raw audio waveforms, introduced by researchers at DeepMind in a paper published in September 2016. It uses a dilated causal convolutional network to model audio signals directly at the sample level, producing more natural-sounding speech t...

Made is a Korean studio album by South Korean group Big Bang, released in complete form in 2016 by YG Entertainment after a sequence of single releases during 2015. Its songs were introduced through the M, A, D, and E installments, including Loser, Bang Bang Bang, Sober, and Let's Not Fall in Love....

Thumper is a PC and console rhythm game developed by Drool. It’s recognized for its challenging gameplay that combines rhythmic precision with intense, driving music and visuals. The game's abstract aesthetic and high-energy action create a visceral experience. Thumper is designed for players who en...

Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Future Tone is a rhythm game developed by Sega and available on PS4. It utilizes touch controls to challenge players with tracks featuring the popular Vocaloid character Hatsune Miku. The game offers a substantial library of songs appealing to fans of electronic music, ani...

Taika Waititis 'Hunt for the Wilderpeople' is a charming and hilarious adventure about a rebellious foster kid and a grumpy bushman who become the subjects of a nationwide manhunt. The film blends slapstick humor with poignant moments of connection and self-discovery. Its quirky characters, stunnin...

The Most Beautiful Moment in Life: Young Forever is a 2016 compilation album by BTS that concludes the group's youth-centered The Most Beautiful Moment in Life series. It collects songs from the series' first two parts and adds new material, including Fire, Save Me, and Epilogue: Young Forever, as w...

Sentinel-3 is an Earth observation satellite mission developed by the European Space Agency as part of the Copernicus Programme. The initial satellite, Sentinel-3A, was launched in 2016 to accurately measure sea surface topography, sea and land surface temperatures, and ocean color. The mission is d...

Goblin is a South Korean fantasy melodrama exploring themes of immortality, loneliness, and redemption. The series centers on a centuries-old goblin who forms an unlikely connection with a young woman struggling with grief. It’s notable for its atmospheric visuals and poignant character development....

Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor’s intense rivalry captivated mixed martial arts fans during the 2016 UFC. Their series of highly publicized contests generated substantial revenue for the organization due to their significant draw power. This rivalry primarily involved lightweight fighters and is of int...

Wings is BTS's second Korean-language studio album, released in October 2016 by Big Hit Entertainment. Drawing thematic inspiration from Hermann Hesse's novel Demian, it explores temptation, conflict, growth, and self-discovery through group songs and one solo track for each of the seven members. Th...

Imperial is a 2016 album by Miami rapper Denzel Curry, initially released as a mixtape before receiving a revised commercial edition that year.

Hell or High Water is a 2016 political thriller set in West Texas examining themes of family loyalty and desperation. The film follows two brothers engaged in a dangerous scheme to reclaim their inherited farm by robbing banks. A determined Texas Ranger relentlessly pursues them, creating a suspense...

The LG G6 OLED is a flagship smart television featuring an OLED panel technology. This design creates stunning picture quality through self-illuminating pixels that deliver incredibly rich colors and deep blacks. Its wide viewing angles and 4K resolution make it suitable for home entertainment enthu...

Savage Mode is a collaborative extended play by Atlanta-based rapper 21 Savage and record producer Metro Boomin, released in July 2016. The project includes the singles "X" featuring Future and "No Heart," both of which charted on the Billboard Hot 100. The EP is widely regarded as a defining trap r...

The iPhone SE (1st generation) combines the internal components of the iPhone 6s with the exterior design of the iPhone 5s. This resulted in a smaller, lighter device offering similar performance at a lower price point. It’s suitable for users desiring an Apple smartphone experience without the larg...

1 of 1 is SHINee's fifth Korean-language studio album, released in October 2016 by SM Entertainment. Its music and visual presentation draw heavily on late-1980s and 1990s pop culture, with the title track using new jack swing elements alongside the group's layered vocals. The album is suited to lis...

“Itsuka Kono Koi o Omoidashite Kitto Naite Shimau” is a Japanese drama series from 2016. The show centers on a poignant romance between two individuals grappling with past regrets and missed connections. Starring Kasumi Arimura and Kengo Kora, it’s notable for its emotionally resonant story and expl...

Mystic Messenger is a mobile dating simulation game developed by Cheritz. Players navigate conversations with five distinct male characters through an interactive messaging system. The game’s notable feature lies in its branching narrative and multiple endings determined by player choices. It's prim...

24K Magic is the third studio album by American singer-songwriter Bruno Mars, released in November 2016. The record is heavily rooted in 1990s funk, R&B, and hip-hop, utilizing vintage synthesizers and drum machines to recreate a retro club atmosphere. The album was a major commercial success and ul...

The Sony Z9D is a flagship 4K LED smart TV released in 2016. It’s notable for its advanced full-array local dimming technology which delivers exceptionally dark blacks and high contrast images. The XR Cognitive Processor optimizes picture quality while Google TV provides access to streaming apps and...

Akroasis is the fourth studio album by the German technical death metal band Obscura, released in 2016 via Relapse Records. Produced by the band alongside V. Santura, the album continues the group's signature blend of complex song structures, fretless bass lines, and neoclassical guitar solos. It is...

Melting is the debut full-length studio album by South Korean girl group MAMAMOO, released on February 26, 2016, under WA Entertainment (later RBW). The album consists of twelve tracks, including the lead single "You're the best" and features contributions from artists like eSNA and Basick. It highl...

Ex'Act is EXO's third studio album, released in June 2016 through SM Entertainment in Korean and Mandarin versions. It was promoted with the simultaneous lead singles "Monster" and "Lucky One," which presented contrasting dark and colorful visual concepts while drawing on electronic pop, hip-hop, an...

Day and Night (Bai Ye Zhui Xiong) is a 2017 Chinese suspense crime drama series released on the Youku streaming platform. The narrative follows twin brothers who secretly switch places between day and night to investigate a serial murder case. One brother is a former police investigator, while the o...

The Samsung KS8000 SUHD TV is a 2016 LCD smart television offering 4K Ultra HD resolution. It employs Full Array Local Dimming technology to produce vivid images with approximately 689 nits of peak brightness. This makes it suitable for users seeking improved picture quality and HDR support, particu...

The LG B6 OLED is an early generation OLED television offering superior picture quality through self-emitting pixels. Its deep black levels and high contrast create vibrant, detailed images reaching a peak brightness of 950 nits. It’s suitable for users seeking a premium viewing experience with feat...

Meow Wolf’s House of Eternal Return is an immersive art installation presenting a complex narrative through interconnected spaces. Visitors explore a Victorian home transformed into a surreal and interactive environment centered around a family's hidden scientific endeavors. This unique experience a...

Blood Incantation’s 2016 debut album, *Starspawn*, is a significant release in the contemporary death metal scene. The Colorado band blends complex song structures with intensely dark and atmospheric soundscapes drawing on cosmic horror influences. This album showcases their unique approach to the g...