Kpopcast
273 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★ - 124 ratingsBringing you the best sounds and ideas in K-pop each week. Featuring guests in and around the k-pop community. On a regular basis, we recommend "hit replay" songs you should listen to, as well as provide semi-regular in-depth k-pop editorial told nowhere else.
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What Jackson Wang's Magic Man says about his growth as an artist
September 23, 2022 06:03 - 55 minutes - 128 MBThe 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=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNK...
Are the Stays okay? Stray Kids’ Billboard Profile and Kpop Journalism
September 16, 2022 16:05 - 1 hour - 165 MBThe 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...
K-pop Top Hits: Blackpink, Jackson, SNSD, SUNMI
September 02, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 188 MBWas 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=PLR...
Why are our expectations so low for K-Pop concerts?
August 19, 2022 18:32 - 50 minutes - 115 MBIt’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 ...
K-pop Hit Replays: Colde, Moon Sujin x Jiselle, STAYC, TAN, Zico
August 12, 2022 06:11 - 27 minutes - 62.5 MBK-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-YN...
Telling the story of Tablo & TaJinYo with Dexter Thomas Jr.
August 05, 2022 08:12 - 1 hour - 145 MBiHeartMedia 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 T...
Can you be an ethical Jay Park fan?
July 29, 2022 06:43 - 42 minutes - 96.7 MBWith accusations of cultural appropriation and disrespectful behavior towards Black fans, Jay Park continues to stay in the news for all the wrong reasons. So what does it say about us if we still enjoy listening to his songs? On this episode, we explore the contradictions and possibilities inherent in the “ethical consumption” of K-Pop. Ashley “Multifacetedacg” Griffin joins co-hosts Stephanie and Ghee Dragon as we get to the bottom of this controversial question. NOTES https://www.abc.ne...
K-POP HIT REPLAYS: HYOLYN, JEY, KANGDANIEL
July 22, 2022 07:29 - 11 minutes - 26.8 MBHit Replays for this week include KANG DANIEL, HYOLYN, Lee YoungJi, JEY & Goopy. The crew discusses our new New K-Reality Show and the 2022 KPSN PODCAST FEST Fundraiser For Nami (National Alliance on Mental Illness). 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: - 효린 (H...
K-pop Hit Replays: J-Hope, SEVENTEEN, KARD
July 08, 2022 06:43 - 37 minutes - 86.6 MBHit Replays for this week include J-Hope, Seventeen, KARD. The crew discusses OG Kdrama recs, Star Studded Korean Remake of “Money Heist”, and highlights from the wet and wild WaterBomb 2022 Music Festival. 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: - j-hope 'MORE' Offic...
K-pop Hit Replays: GOT7, CHEEZE, Jo Gwangil
July 01, 2022 15:50 - 22 minutes - 52.5 MBDJ Jon, Michaela, and Todd Inoue return for some bi-weekly k-pop song and hallyu content recommendations for the first week of July. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE HIT REPLAYS: - GOT7 "NANANA" - 치즈 (CHEEZE) - ‘퐁당 (Pong Dang)’ - Jo Gwangil(조광일) _ Break The Line (feat. ...
K-pop Concerts Are Having a US Comeback
June 24, 2022 15:39 - 36 minutes - 83 MBFor western fans - K-pop concerts are having a comeback. This summer K-pop bands have returned en masse - such that it's not usual to have multiple K-pop acts performing on the same night in the same city. Dj Jon, Michaela, and Todd Inoue recap k-pop's new trend of the summer in this episode. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast DJ Jon's mixes: https://www.mixcloud.c...
K-pop Hit Replays: LIGHTSUM, MONSTA X, BVNDIT
June 17, 2022 06:10 - 36 minutes - 82.7 MBWe're coming back, now with a new schedule and cast. Hit replays for this week include LIGHTSUM, MONSTA X, BVNDIT. The crew discusses hot issues in Le Serafim, Jennie's comments, and Suho & Lee Sooman's remarks at Stanford. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxSFxbjkmSesXmfNKreFVofsrE HIT REPLAYS: - L...
P1HARMONY in San Jose + Kpopcast Show Update
May 21, 2022 05:09 - 16 minutes - 37.8 MBWe provide a quick recap of seeing P1Harmony live in San Jose, and give an update on some plans for The Kpopcast moving forward. Thanks, SubKulture Entertainment for helping make this happen! Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net Hosted ...
"K-Pop Revolution" with Stephan Lee
April 27, 2022 09:51 - 1 hour - 153 MBWhat goes into writing a young adult novel which touches on K-pop themes? In this episode we connect with Stephan Lee—YA enthusiast, ardent K-pop fan, and journalist—as we discuss his two novels "K-pop Confidential" and "K-pop Revolution." We touch on some familiar topics - capitalism, exploitation, and draw parallels between America's higher education and the K-pop trainee system. Be sure to pick up "K-pop Revolution" from your local bookstore or virtually anywhere you get your novels. W...
Sky Castle K-Drama Review
April 13, 2022 07:02 - 1 hour - 190 MBAre you tired of the lack of real social commentary in recent K-Pop? In The Kpopcast’s first ever K-Drama review, we discuss the critically acclaimed “SKY Castle,” which was just made available on Netflix. For fans of biting social critique like Parasite and Squid Game, SKY Castle is an exquisitely crafted takedown of the upper class and capitalism. Co-hosts Stephanie and Ghee_Dragon welcome special guest Sam from Southpaw aka @LiberationistMA (Twitter), who points out filming techniques and...
Does K-pop Need The Grammys?
April 06, 2022 08:24 - 1 hour - 142 MBThe Grammys. An award presented by the Recording Academy to recognize "Outstanding Achievement in the music industry" of the United States. For K-pop fans who may believe their bias is an immaculate jesus, the award can act as a point for artistic merit or recognition. In a 2021 interview with the Korea Herald, Suga remarked that he hopes the group will win a Grammy before the end of their career. It can be argued that BTS has made music award shows relevant again following an ongoing trend ...
K-pop Hit Replays: XG, BANG YONGGKUK, ROLLING QUARTZ, KIM JUNSU, RED VELVET
March 30, 2022 09:19 - 58 minutes - 133 MBWe're taking things easy this week with another round of K-pop song & Hallyu content recommendations for the fourth week of March 2022. Recommendations include hits by BANG YONGGUK, JUNSU, RED VELVET, ROLLING QUARTZ, and XG. Plus: the team's bias members of 4*Town. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast Hit replay playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRGVtHMPxS...
(G)I-DLE's "TOMBOY" in the context of an anti-feminist presidency
March 23, 2022 07:09 - 1 hour - 122 MBThe concept-masters of (G)I-DLE gave a "Tomboy" femme fatale look for their latest single. If this sounds like a mixed metaphor to you, you're not alone. In this episode we take a deep look at the song's concept and lyrics, and what it means in the context of an incoming anti-feminist presidential administration. Subject matter experts—John Lee, the blogger/columnist/Twitter commentariat known as the Korean Foreigner; and Hye Jin Lee, Clinical Assistant Professor of Communication at USC—prov...
The Most Memorable K-Pop Song of 2012
March 16, 2022 12:12 - 58 minutes - 134 MBAn episode from the Kpopcast dungeon: What 2012 song in K-pop left a lasting impact that we still felt in 2020? In this un-aired episode from the archives, we welcome Emily Haydel for a look at some of the best songs and moments from 10 years ago. We recorded this episode in 2020 ------- but are finally getting around to publishing this in 2022 two years later. :) We debated, but YOU decide which song wins for the most ICONIC song in K-pop for 2012! Visit our Twitter (twitter.com/TheKpopcas...
10 Years of Big Bang's "Fantastic Baby"
March 09, 2022 09:56 - 1 hour - 143 MB10 years ago, Big Bang released "Fantastic Baby." Shortly after its release, the song would go on to become not just one of the band's most popular songs, but also one of the most popular and iconic songs of K-pop itself. For its time, the critical reception surprised YG himself and cemented the group's electronic sound for the years to follow. In this episode, we look back at the importance of this song in the broader context of Big Bang's history. Consider this a fun look back as we prepar...
K-Pop Hit Replays: SORN, RETA, Epik High, Block B, STAYC
March 02, 2022 12:33 - 1 hour - 123 MBWe're back for another round of K-pop song & Hallyu content recommendations for the fourth week of February 2022! In a slight update to our format we provide more contextual details on the bands discussed. PLUS - we spend some time discussing why NMIXX's "O.O" is misunderstood, providing a new framework to appreciate the song. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast Hit...
The Life Changing Experience of TWICE in Concert, Oakland
February 23, 2022 09:18 - 2 hours - 110 MBRelive the TWICE US tour through this podcast episode featuring voices of TWICE concert-goers, resident ONCE (Amanda, Duy, Lai Frances), and the sounds of the Oakland concert. We discuss the concert experience - from giving tribute to goddess Jihyo for concert tickets, to the most memorable moments from seeing TWICE live - and close out with reflections on where TWICE goes from here. The concert was a life-changing experience for any k-pop fan, and now you've got the experience recorded on t...
What's "Daebak" with Gen-Z Idols? (BLITZERS INTERVIEW)
February 16, 2022 05:20 - 45 minutes - 105 MBIn the midst of BLITZERS' US Check-in Tour, we had a chance to talk with the boys during their San Francisco stop. While in SF, did BLITZERS get a chance to meet Karl The Fog? And what's actually "daebak" with Gen-Z idols nowadays? This, and the secrets behind the notorious Inkigayo sandwiches revealed by the hottest boy group BLITZERS in this interview episode. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www...
K-pop Hit Replays: ASTRO, Jackson Wang, Jamie, GOT, Eric Nam
February 09, 2022 06:59 - 1 hour - 184 MBWe offer some k-pop song recommendations and reactions for the first week of February 2022. Not Your Average Fangirls' Carolina rejoins the cast, along with the Mandarin Mama Virginia Duan. Plus, we discuss our favorite things in Hallyu for the week - including ATEEZ' tour, BLITZERS meeting ATEEZ, Jungkook's Instagram dance cover, the Hyuna & Dawn engagement, and DJ Jon's 2021 year-mix. DJ JON's MIX: https://www.mixcloud.com/djjonmaine/best-of-k-pop-2021-ultimate-mashup-275-songs/ Join us ...
K-pop Hit Replays: PENTAGON, Def, KOM, KANGTA
February 02, 2022 07:47 - 1 hour - 152 MBK-pop music reactions and recommendations for the fourth week of January 2022. We welcome REMEZCLA music editor, Alexis Hodoyán back as main-visual. Plus, we add a new segment where we talk about Hallyu things on our minds. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast HIT REPLAYS: - 펜타곤(PENTAGON) - 'Feelin' Like' https://youtu.be/8WXiFzebIxs - Def. - SUNSET WITH YOU [Offici...
Whee In's "Make Me Happy"
January 26, 2022 09:08 - 45 minutes - 104 MBOur reaction and review of Whee In's "Make Me Happy." Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast HIT REPLAYS: - MAX CHANGMIN 최강창민 'Devil' MV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVwi2VF7_R4 - Jang Min Ho(장민호) _ Right answer(정답은 없다) - GEMINI - MIA (feat. CAMO, WOODZ) https://youtu.be/H5hJAlWrPU8 - Dreamcatcher(드림캐쳐) 'Over The Sky' https://youtu.be/3F2nRTyVPGo Our Hit Replays ...
K-pop Hit Replays: HYOLYN, MAX CHANGMIN, P1Harmony, ONEUS
January 19, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 106 MBK-pop music recommendations for the second week of January 2022. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast HIT REPLAYS: - HYOLYN (효린) ‘Layin' Low (feat. Jooyoung)’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-CXgH2HrdQA - MAX CHANGMIN 최강창민 'Maniac' https://youtu.be/dg62eRVZ6PU - P1Harmony (피원하모니) - 'Do It Like This' https://youtu.be/oPXKWkSVDdE - ONEUS (원어스) '월하미인 (月下美人 : LUNA)' htt...
K-pop Hit Replays: WOOZI, Moonbyul, JYP / Sunmi, HYO
January 12, 2022 06:00 - 41 minutes - 95.5 MBK-pop music recommendations for the first week of January 2022. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast HIT REPLAYS: - WOOZI 'Ruby' https://youtu.be/oV_2853N4n4 - [Special] 문별 (MoonByul) - 머리에서 발끝까지 (feat. Seori) https://youtu.be/Nqz4oh2jogE - WOOSUNG (김우성) – CWS (feat. BM of KARD) | Official Visualizer https://youtu.be/2Sl2L_6laAU - ]박진영 (J.Y. Park) "When We Disco (D...
K-pop In 2021
January 03, 2022 01:25 - 1 hour - 157 MBWhat to remember 2021 by in K-pop and why. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast Songs referenced in this episode are on this Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2GF4m6H1mfE6H7gJB0gVgP?si=93940062c39b4101 The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net Hosted on Acast. See a...
K-pop 2022 Predictions
December 24, 2021 20:43 - 53 minutes - 123 MBFor our last #kpopchat of the year, we took a moment to look back on 202NE1 and use that as context for what we'll likely see in kpop for the year 2022. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
K-pop Hit Replays: CL, KAI, Xdinary Heroes, Stray Kids
December 18, 2021 07:42 - 40 minutes - 92.5 MBK-pop music recommendations for the third week of Dec, 202NE1. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast HIT REPLAYS: - CL - Tie a Cherry https://youtu.be/LrYwqmlSAK0 - KAI 카이 'Peaches' https://youtu.be/GUdnTGnm6Yk - Xdinary Heroes "Happy Death Day" https://youtu.be/fGubAEGT8f4 - Stray Kids "Christmas EveL" https://youtu.be/57n4dZAPxNY - Stray kids "Winter Falls" https:...
Access Journalism in K-pop
December 11, 2021 10:09 - 1 hour - 271 MBIs access journalism adding to the echo chamber in kpop discourse? For the sake of this conversation, we chose to define "access journalism" as journalism that prioritizes access—meaning media time with idols—over journalistic objectivity and/or integrity. Given the access to the idol and the controlled nature in how it is often brought about, access journalism is often lauded as just being PR for the company or brand. In other words, a free advertisement that abuses the legitimacy that might...
Misogyny and the backlash against Feminism in Kpop
December 04, 2021 02:08 - 1 hour - 218 MBFrom short hair to the Burning Sun scandal, Kpop has a 🤏problem in properly understanding “feminism.” In this #kpopchat conversation held in August, we discussed the current and ongoing backlash against the Feminism movement in South Korea, and how we should consider feminist themes in the industry/genre. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast The Kpopcast Crew: twitte...
K-pop Hit Replays: DKB, JESSI, SOHLHEE
November 26, 2021 23:55 - 19 minutes - 45.2 MBK-pop music recommendations for the third week of November, 202NE1. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast HIT REPLAYS: - SOHLHEE 솔희 'LADY' https://youtu.be/G1ZU8N4dL5E - DKB(다크비) - Rollercoaster (왜 만나)https://youtu.be/Ni7EHMMWRDU - Jessi - Cold Blooded (with SWF) https://youtu.be/1JHOl9CSmXk The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com...
The Genius Behind NCT 127's "Lemonade"
November 19, 2021 23:14 - 57 minutes - 132 MBWe spoke with the producers - Benji and Rokman - behind NCT 127's Lemonade, learning about how the song was born, and other insider perspectives on producing k-pop music. Be sure to buy the NCT 127 Sticker Album if you haven't already: https://smglobalshop.com/products/pre-order-nct-127-the-3rd-album-sticker-crewneck-socks-deluxe-box Follow the two geniuses behind the music: - https://www.instagram.com/rokman_official/ - https://www.instagram.com/baebenji92/ Also: Think. Dream. Benji. ...
Kpopcast Hallyuween Spooktacular - PART II
October 27, 2021 10:02 - 19 minutes - 44.7 MBApril Jay, DJ Jon, Mia, Michaela, Peter, and Sara L make a detour from a planned camping trip to record a special Hallyuween episode of the podcast. Listen to the Squid Game Mixtape by DJ Jon: https://www.mixcloud.com/djjonmaine/squid-game-official-mixtape/ Listen to PART I: https://soundcloud.com/kpopcastshow/hallyuween-spooktacular-top-10-kpop-songs-for-halloween?si=4d9946b6f7eb40b9a4b59ffbefd626a7 Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6v...
Catching Up With GOT7
October 20, 2021 07:42 - 1 hour - 152 MBSince departing JYP in January of this year, the liberated members of GOT7 have gone through a number of solo projects that it's been hard to keep up. For this episode, we recap their activities and explore the precedent, impact, and legacy the members have set thus far. We welcome Carolina from Not Your Average Fangirls (NYAF) and music journalist Alexis Hodoyán for this discussion. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Ne...
Catching up with GOT7
October 20, 2021 07:42 - 1 hour - 152 MBSince departing JYP in January of this year, the liberated members of GOT7 have gone through a number of solo projects that it's been hard to keep up. For this episode, we recap their activities and explore the precedent, impact, and legacy the members have set thus far. We welcome Carolina from Not Your Average Fangirls (NYAF) and music journalist Alexis Hodoyán for this discussion. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Ne...
TWICE's "The Feels"
October 13, 2021 08:49 - 1 hour - 182 MBTWICE's "The Feels" introduces an all-English track with a disco feel. So, from a western perspective, was the song daebak or not? Joining us for this discussion we welcome Girl Group Enthusiast, Lai Frances. Read her interview with TWICE on Glamour: https://www.glamour.com/story/twice-shares-the-stories-behind-five-of-their-memorable-songs Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/...
Hopes, fears, & predictions for the future of K-pop concerts
October 12, 2021 02:28 - 1 hour - 186 MBFresh off the sales of BTS' upcoming LA Permission To Dance concert series, fans had something to say about what they look forward to, and would like changed in the future of k-pop concerts. This episode is a recording of a Twitter Spaces conversation held on Oct 11, 202NE1, suggested by listener and frequent #kpopchat contributor Liz C. Give Liz a follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lizcook Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJ...
ITZY's "LOCO" & "SWIPE"
October 06, 2021 07:16 - 1 hour - 176 MBITZY's "LOCO" and "SWIPE" both lean into Gen-Z lingo, concepts, and choreography. Were these songs daebak or not? Joining us for this discussion we welcome Girl Group Enthusiast, Lai Frances. Watch her interview with ITZY on NME: https://www.nme.com/features/music-interviews/itzy-interview-crazy-in-love-loco-3059287 Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast The Kpopcast ...
K-pop Hit Replays: LUMINOUS, AleXa x Rolling Quartz, Seo Actor, PURPLE KISS
September 29, 2021 08:09 - 18 minutes - 41.6 MBK-pop music recommendations for the fourth week of September, 202NE1. In this episode, we welcome LUMINOUS as they talk about their debut track, "RUN." Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast HIT REPLAYS: - 루미너스(LUMINOUS) 'RUN' https://youtu.be/Y7kTjHt7SmI - Xtra (Rock) - AleXa x Rolling Quartz (Self-Bootleg from Online Solo Concert https://youtu.be/IC6VY7v39_0 - 서액터, 뎁...
BTS at UN, Rosé & CL at Met Gala, Jessica Jung, James Corden BTS Backlash & Megan Thee Stallion
September 26, 2021 08:42 - 33 minutes - 77.1 MBK-pop News Commentary for the fourth week of September. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast Stories referenced: - Permission to Dance? BTS sing their way through United Nations https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2021/09/732_315803.html - Rosé and CL Made K-pop History at The Met Gala https://www.wmagazine.com/culture/rose-cl-met-gala-k-pop-history - Jessica Jung...
HyunA&DAWN's "Ping Pong"
September 22, 2021 09:32 - 55 minutes - 127 MBWho knew ping pong was the game of love?!🏓 This week PLo, Stephanie, and Michaela are joined by Mia Bee and disembodied the voice of Shannon (AMAKpop) to discuss the first idol couple comeback, HyunA&DAWN’s “Ping Pong.” Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast Follow Mia: https://linktr.ee/miaandalisa The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitt...
When K-pop Fandom Harms Communities of Color
September 15, 2021 15:23 - 1 hour - 170 MBIn late 2020, “K-pop fans” were praised as a socially conscious monolithic community who used fancams to flood watchdog apps, hijack racist hashtags, and to buy-out Trump rally tickets. Often k-pop movements were externally seen as moving in the name of BLM, but, if you actually spoke with black k-pop fans, you’d see that not all of these gestures helped black k-pop fans. K-pop fans of color have, in actuality, endured years of anti-blackness from fellow k-pop fans, and we still see it today....
K-pop Hit Replays: Ash-B, BTOB, KISSXS, MCND, TXT
September 08, 2021 08:00 - 22 minutes - 52.6 MBK-pop music recommendations for the fourth week of August, 202NE1. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast HIT REPLAYS: - Ash-B (애쉬비) - Part-Time https://youtu.be/5o2VuMOZBbw - 키세스 (KISSXS) - Hands On Me (Feat. 픽보이) https://youtu.be/FsU33YTcgIE - 비투비 (BTOB) - 'Outsider' https://youtu.be/1-rD_vr_2xQ - TXT (투모로우바이투게더) '0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You) feat. Seori' https...
Megan Stallion x BTS, GFRIEND's Yuju, Wheein, Sandara Park join new labels, China crackdown on k-pop
September 03, 2021 01:58 - 37 minutes - 85 MBK-pop News Commentary for the fourth week of August. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast Stories referenced: - Megan Thee Stallion Cleared by Judge to Release BTS Remix Friday After Taking Label to Court https://people.com/music/megan-thee-stallion-cleared-release-bts-remix-by-judge-claims-label-tried-blocking/ - Former GFRIEND member Yuju signs with Kang Daniel's ...
Stray Kids - Thunderous. A Noisey Review.
August 29, 2021 09:08 - 1 hour - 231 MBStray Kids' album, No Easy, demonstrates how the boys have fully embraced their critiques and unique appeal. Joining us for a discussion on the album and title track, we welcome a few Stays: Jay of the Krazecast, Emily of the NYC Kpop Queens, and Freelance K-pop writer Crystal Bell. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitt...
Stray Kids - Thunderous. A Noisy Review.
August 29, 2021 09:07 - 1 hour - 231 MBStray Kids' album, No Easy, demonstrates how the boys have fully embraced their critiques and unique appeal. Joining us for a discussion on the album and title track, we welcome a few Stays: Jay of the Krazecast, Emily of the NYC Kpop Queens, and Freelance K-pop writer Crystal Bell. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast The Kpopcast Crew: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitt...
Jeongyeon Hiatus, Soojin's Departure, Secret Marriage, Kris Wu, "Virginal R&B," & Queendom
August 26, 2021 09:44 - 29 minutes - 68.1 MBK-pop News Commentary for the third week of August. Join us on Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Our Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thekpopcast Name 3 Songs Podcast Episode with Stephanie: https://name3songs.com/2021/08/14/kpop-capitalism-and-the-illusion-of-the-american-dream/ Stories referenced: - TWICE’s Jeongyeon To Temporarily Halt All Activities Again To Focus On Recovery https://www.soompi.com/article/1484356wpp/...