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In this week, we do a deep dive into Twice's latest Comeback with "Ready To Be" and what it means for their future on the world stage.Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A      Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFwmzt-hfdf0Adk7S1mUnRxoHIT REPLAYS (TOP K-POP SONGS):KAI 카이 'Rover' MV https://youtu.be/zlTIextYnyQFIFTY FIFTY (피프티피프티) - 'Cupid' Official MV https://youtu.be/Qc7_zRjH808 PIXY(픽시) - 'KARMA' MV https://youtu.be/rpp_PErKkdQTwice Blame It On Me https://youtu.be/Mk8hIPg2dNEHALLYU THINGS:Twice Promoting In the USNayeon’s teethLip Syncing in KpopSome LOONA members (who won their lawsuit against BBC) sign with Madhaus (tripleS label)HYBE withdraws from acquisition of SM & BabyMonster learning not all 7 members will debut https://www.soompi.com/article/1570522wpp/watch-ygs-new-girl-group-babymonster-learns-not-all-7-members-will-debut-in-teaser-ft-blackpinks-lisa-jenni

Ever wonder what goes into making a K-pop hit? Join us for this episode as we sit down with music producer Matthew Tishler, who has worked with some of the biggest names in K-pop—including BTS, TWICE, Stray Kids, EXO, Red Velvet, NCT, BoA, and more!We'll dive into the creative process behind crafting a K-pop song, from the initial concept to the final mix. Matthew will share his insights on how K-pop songs are structured, how they're tailored to suit specific groups and audiences, and how the production process differs from other genres.We'll also talk about the challenges of working in the fast-paced, high-pressure world of K-pop, and how producers and artists collaborate to create something truly special.Whether you're a K-pop fan eager to learn more about how your favorite songs are made, or a budding producer looking for tips on breaking into the industry, this episode is for you. So tune in and discover the magic behind the music of K-pop!Follow Matthew: IMBD - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2031629/Instagr

KCON is one of the biggest events on the K-Pop calendar, bringing together fans, artists, and industry insiders from around the world. But what's it really like to cover KCON as a member of the press?Join us for this episode as PD-Nim chats with journalists and media professionals who have covered KCON in the past. From the excitement of the concerts to the chaos of the press room, we'll explore what it's like to be on the front lines of one of the most exciting events in K-Pop.We'll hear about the challenges of interviewing K-Pop stars, the thrill of being in the crowd during a live performance, and the camaraderie that develops between members of the press during the event.So whether you're a K-Pop fan looking for an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes at KCON, or a media professional curious about what it takes to cover one of the biggest events in the industry, this episode is for you.A note that this was recorded during KCON 2022 - so some of the interviews and details might be a little dated.

K-Pop is known for its catchy beats and addictive hooks, but do you know who's behind the music? Join us as we shine a spotlight on the black producers and songwriters who are making their mark in the K-Pop industry. From Teddy Riley to Dem Jointz, we'll explore how these talented individuals are bringing their unique perspectives to the Korean music scene.But it's not all smooth sailing in the K-Pop world. We'll also take a closer look at the scandal between Lee Soo Man, HYBE, and SM Entertainment that rocked the industry. Find out what happened, and grab the popcorn.Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  Links to things discussed on the episode:Tamar Herman's recap on TikTok/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CofynRMjc91/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkDJ Jon's Black History Month Podcast Edition: https://

Love is in the air, and so is the sound of K-Pop! Join us as we celebrate Valentine's Day with the most romantic, hilarious, and sometimes cringeworthy K-Pop songs about love. From ballads to bops, we've hand-picked romantic songs that "paved the way" for k-pop songs that stir the heart. Put on your best pair of headphones, grab some chocolates, and prepare to swoon (or maybe just laugh) on this special episode of The Kpopcast!Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  HIT REPLAYS (TOP K-POP SONGS):Couple Song (Feat. Kelley) https://youtu.be/oHYn9PDYzhw2PM "Heartbeat" https://youtu.be/bKtvDv7eykg케이윌(K.will) - Love Blossom https://youtu.be/iRGOb6aKcgwHALLYU THINGS:COFFEE PRINCE! https://www.viki.com/tv/247c-coffee-princeTXT Sugar Rushmhttps://youtu.be/vp8BiiNQ8coYukkia & MAP6's Minhyuk tie the knot. https://www.

In this week, we discuss some particularly provocative topics - such as who paved the way, for those who pave the way; what to make of Jackson's remarks on China being misrepresented in western mainstream media; and other hot takes on hot songs. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A      Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  HIT REPLAYS (TOP K-POP SONGS):MONSTAX - LONE RANGER https://youtu.be/vlxIwNho3KAMonsta X 춤사위 (Crescendo) https://youtu.be/VJR_aFgY9ScSTRAY KIDS - CASE 143 https://youtu.be/jYSlpC6Ud2A비비 (BIBI) - 나쁜년 (BIBI Vengeance) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfIY1r0_tRIWayV-KUN&XIAOJUN '这时烟火 (Back To You)' https://youtu.be/DYbWPPJbiKsHALLYU THINGS:VIXX (LEO, KEN, HYUK) - Shangri-La + Chained Up + VOODOO DOLL] https://youtu.be/rTupKg1HwfI#PROTECTSUGA, #weloveyoongi https://youtu.be/N43HXJCShx8Jimin, J-Hope, and Enhypen

It's predictions season! Will Kwangya discover oil and join OPEC? Will it be revealed that JYP, in fact, needed to get his groove back because it was stolen by a transnational crime syndicate? These, another perfectly reasonable k-pop predictions for the year 2023 are discussed in this episode. Plus, some K-pop song recommendations and hallyu associated discussions. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  HIT REPLAYS (TOP K-POP SONGS):태버 - 007 (Feat. SYD) | [DF FILM] DF X Tabber https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ru5UFC3cs8M구본겸 (RB NINE) - 주먹들이 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoTT6HvY01EKARDI(카디) - 'WatchOut' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ostJzgQp7zAThe Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/michaelajkpop

What to remember k-pop in 2022 by and why. We recap what's worth remembering about the year, hear reflections from the community, and dish-out awards for the best songs and ideas in k-pop.Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special KOR-istmas episode, we introduce some winter/holiday k-pop hits and Hallyu content recommendations.Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  More KOR-ismas hits❄️☃️❄️: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFwtV3LIO5DTQpJwLy1CkjG9HIT REPLAYS (TOP K-POP SONGS):LENA PARK(박정현) _ Another Winter(다시 겨울이야) https://youtu.be/3N5HlPhtVLU 애쉬비 (Ash-B) - Santa Baby https://youtu.be/pje0mrh-pp4Junoflo - Snow Melts (ft. Arden Cho) https://youtu.be/9FS1h4LR7bIHALLYU THINGS:Spotify’s Top Kpop songs of 2022 https://www.nme.com/news/music/spotify-wrapped-most-streamed-k-pop-songs-of-2022-bts-blackpink-3358758JYP's reaction to TikTok Fan CoversLoona - Blockberry Scandal, and RenewalsThe Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.co

Last we spoke about K-Drama, we dove into Sky Castle and how it illuminates the harsh pressures on Korean youth to be “successful” and suppress their feelings. The dramas we’re introducing today, Extraordinary Attorney Woo and Flower of Evil, approach this same topic through a criminal justice lens—what happens to people who cannot be high functioning, aka “normal” in society as adults? How does the legal system handle this?  Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

K-pop song and hallyu content recommendations featuring Soyeon, soyeon, and a little more Soyeon. DJ Jon imparts some insider knowledge on what's slowing k-pop promotion cycles on FM airwaves, and other things of note happening in hallyu. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  HIT REPLAYS (TOP K-POP SONGS):TEN 텐 'Birthday' https://youtu.be/QGySpyt0Byg (G)I-DLE - 'Nxde' https://youtu.be/fCO7f0SmrDc SEULGI 슬기 '28 Reasons' https://youtu.be/G_BYjnopO6UHALLYU THINGS:Sorn’s handmade gift for Lisa with Minnie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tMwknD47sU BTS' RM and Pharrell Talk Producing, Their Upcoming Collab and More https://youtu.be/1H1Mh5KT8LQThe Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/michaelajkpoptwi

As part of our spoooookkkyy hallyuweeen series we discuss why we see so much western media coverage on the "dark side of k-pop," which rely on clichéd tropes. We welcome K-pop journalists Crystal Bell and Todd Inoue for this discussion to weigh in on what they're seeing from the newsroom perspective. Links From The Ep:-The Intense And Dangerous Training To Be A K-Pop Star - 9 Muses Of Star Empire - Music Documentary https://youtu.be/wFt28GPi0_8-Investigations by Vice: K-Pop (Teaser) • A Hulu Original https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqQEiVzb7n4-The Dark Truth Behind the Glamorous World of KPOP By Audrey Ahn - cornellsun https://cornellsun.com/2022/01/27/the-dark-truth-behind-the-glamorous-world-of-kpop/-The Dark Side of K-Pop: Assault, Prostitution, Suicide, and Spycams https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2019-11-06/k-pop-s-dark-side-assault-prostitution-suicide-and-spycams-The Dark Side of K-Pop Was What Drew Me to the Genre https://www.allure.com/story/k-pop-stardom-dark-sideFollow Our Guests:Crystal Bel

Kpop Halloween. A special time for some of our favorite spookiest hallyuween hits and content recommendations.Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  HIT REPLAYS (TOP K-POP SONGS):DONGKIZ - BlockBuster https://youtu.be/xRcLEVOBVYUBIBI 비비 (BIBI) - 가면무도회 (Animal Farm) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVLRky1hGfk강다니엘(KANGDANIEL) - PARANOIA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLrWIgkvoB0HALLYU THINGS:Flower of Evil on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/title/81357268KIM TAEHYUNG ACKNOWLEDGED AS CREATOR OF ‘BORAHAE’ AS COPYRIGHT DISCUSSION RESURFACES https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2022/10/07/kim-taehyung-acknowedged-as-creator-of-borahae-as-copyright-discussion-resurfaces/The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/michae

NewJean’s ‘cookie’ raised a lot of eyebrows. It was a song presented by teenage girls-mostly under the age of 16-singing lyrics that were partly interpreted as being sexual in nature amongst English-speaking listeners. It kicked off a debate that isn’t entirely new for k-pop, namely, the prevalence of sexualized minors in k-pop. What's driving this trend? How precedented is this? And what should morally conscious fans do about content of this kind? Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   Reference Links:NewJeans (뉴진스) 'Cookie' Official MV https://youtu.be/VOmIplFAGegAfter the NewJeans controversy, should K-pop groups stop debuting minors? https://amp-scmp-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/amp.scmp.com/lifestyle/k-pop/article/3187319/after-newjeans-controversy-should-k-pop-groups-stop-debuting-minorsLolita Is in the Eye of the Beholder https://ww

The Jackson Wang experience comes to you in this episode as guests Virginia (Mandarin Mama) and Ashley (host of An Album a Day) contextualize the significance of Magic Man in Jackson's discography to date. Plus, there are a bunch of thirsty comments. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  HIT REPLAYS (TOP K-POP SONGS):RACER - ITZY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ucm6HyxtUK4miss A “Only You(다른 남자 말고 너)” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zO9RzrhYR-IJackson Wang - Drive It Like You Stole It https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uviy2iECg4IJackson Wang - Come Alive https://youtu.be/UngbV5-3Ir8HALLYU THINGS:THE JACKSON WANG EXPERIENCE (Magic Man discussion)KINJAZ PODKAST S2 EP 24 | Jackson WangThe Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitte

The Stray Kids billboard profile story included some bad tropes that were likely born out of lazy journalism, but there’s a troubling precedent set when fans dictate editorial. We hear remarks from Todd Inoue who also published a Stray Kids profile story a few years back. In this episode we discuss this issue, along with other K-pop song recommendations and hallyu things to check out. Genius Korea founder, Syed Saquib, joins and offers his recommendations & insights.Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  HIT REPLAYS (TOP K-POP SONGS):첫사랑(CSR) ‘첫사랑 (Pop? Pop!)‘ https://youtu.be/Z2_UuNrfZJsAsh-B (애쉬비) – Girls Back Home (Feat.이영지) https://youtu.be/5cJEZ-pC-RQDPR IAN – “Ballroom Extravaganza” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v

Was Blackpink's "Pink Venom" really about oral sex? And does cultural misappropriation apply to Korean anthropomorphic bunny idols? We discuss current happenings and hits in the k-pop/hallyu scene at the end of August 2022, featuring guests KpopSociology and Virginia Duan.Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  Catch Sunmi's Tour! https://www.officialkevents.com/sunmiHIT REPLAYS:Girls' Generation 소녀시대 'FOREVER 1' https://youtu.be/Qpf26PtBXgoJackson Wang - Cruel https://youtu.be/Rhy7_Y15FrI선미 (SUNMI) - '열이올라요 (Heart Burn)' https://youtu.be/vJvX9L6FCWIBLACKPINK - ‘Pink Venom’ https://youtu.be/gQlMMD8auMsHallyu Minute:Street Man Figher https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OM6VXTK6ci8&list=PLuDPmZf4d7C4fWP7pYVjqdvB2SKyb3DywBalming Tiger https://i-d.vice.

It’s time to be honest: K-Pop concerts in America are not always perfect. While there are a few high production value events, most are charging AAA prices - that sell out - for mediocre shows. Is it fair that fans around the world receive a lower quality experience, when K-Pop labels are bringing in more profits than ever?We had a full house of experts from various parts of the K-Pop scene weigh in on this topic. Chris from @cctvpops shared from his experience working for a major American music label. Todd Inoue @nattotodd covers K-Pop concerts for the SF Chronicle. And T currently works for a K-pop concert production company in the Bay Area.Join us on Slack:  https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on Augu

K-pop song and hallyu content recommendations for the second week of August, featuring Colde, Moon Sujin x Jiselle, STAYC, TAN, Zico, and more! In the hallyu scene, we chat: Hopipalooza, BIBI’s Livestream Breakdown, Idol Star Athletics Championships 2022 (ISAC 2022), and Jackson Thirst Tweets. PLUS! Are you #DaebakOrNot on hot k-pop news? Tune in for K-pop lightning round the glass half-full/empty news stories.Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A     Our Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE  HIT REPLAYS:- Colde (콜드) - Your Dog Loves You (Feat. Crush) (Official Video) https://youtu.be/WybG8FesMc8 - TAN (탄) 'Walking on the Moon' Official MV https://youtu.be/93AztUvkPfQ - STAYC(스테이씨) 'BEAUTIFUL MONSTER' MV https://youtu.be/juQvizeZJFM - 문수진 (Moon Sujin)X지젤 (Jiselle) ‘On

iHeartMedia and VICE's podcast series, "Authentic: The Story of Tablo," chronicles Tablo's experiences from the doxxing and mis/disinformation crusade brought on by the online forum Taijinyo. In this episode of The Kpopcast, Dexter Thomas Jr. imparts details on producing the series, how to sensitively tell this story, working with Tablo, and what similarities this tale has with today's growing cacophony of mis/disinformation.Listen to the complete podcast series, "Authentic: The Story of Tablo" - https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-authentic-the-story-of-ta-92746732/Follow Dexter Thomas Jr. - https://www.whatupdex.com/Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0AOur Newsletter: www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast   The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcasttwitter.com/Sparker2twitter.com/michaelajkpoptwitter.com/DJPeterLokpopcast.net Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more informatio