by Kpopcast
Bringing 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.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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April 25, 2025
<p>In this episode, the hosts dive into EXO Kai's recent comeback album 'Wait On Me' & K-Pop idol presence at Coachella 2025. The conversation highlights K-Pop's growing acceptance in mainstream music culture and the need for innovative performances to secure its future.</p><br><p>Join the Kpopcast Slack: <a href="https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A</a></p><br><p>Chip in for editing: <a href="https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast</a> </p><br><p>HIT REPLAYS:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>KAI 카이 'Walls Don't Talk' MV <a href="https://youtu.be/qTwJH5M7zfE?si=oZRlvB2LhaVTRSJz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/qTwJH5M7zfE?si=oZRlvB2LhaVTRSJz</a> </li><li>KAI 카이 'Wait On Me' MV <a href="https://youtu.be/JLqXeMabsEQ?si=5XjcDMCfN4VFKn1J" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/JLqXeMabsEQ?si=5XjcDMCfN4VFKn1J</a> </li><li>KAI 카이 Ridin' <a href="https://youtu.be/vAOs-NRnrMo?si=2AyOjxfZVULQa4pP" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/vAOs-NRnrMo?si=2AyOjxfZVULQa4pP</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>00:00 Intro</p><p>03:03 Hit Replays: Kai's Comeback</p><p>05:58 Analyzing Kai's Music Video and Choreography</p><p>09:26 K-Pop's Evolution at Coachella 2025</p><p>12:27 Production Quality in K-Pop Performances</p><p>15:23 K-Pop's Mainstream Presence at Coachella</p><p>22:47 The Budgeting Behind K-Pop Performances</p><p>25:24 Cultural Impact and Strategic Promotions</p><p>27:13 Reimagining Performances at Coachella</p><p>34:03 Lisa's Standout Performance</p><p>42:14 Comparing Vocal Performances of K-Pop Stars</p><p>46:11 The Cringe Factor in Performance</p><p>49:15 Expectations vs. Reality in K-Pop Performances</p><p>51:52 The Coachella Experience: A Platform for Reinvention</p><p>56:21 Future of K-Pop at Coachella</p><p>01:01:06 K-Pop's Mainstream Status and Future Prospects</p><p>01:03:46 Outro</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
April 21, 2025
<p>In this episode of the K-Pop cast, hosts Stephanie and PD-nim dive into the latest K-Pop releases, focusing on NCT's Mark Lee and his debut solo album 'First Fruit'. They discuss hit replays from XG and From20, analyze the themes and personal reflections in Mark's music, and react to the music video for his title track '1999'. The conversation also touches on cultural appropriation, artistic growth, and the future prospects for Mark Lee in the K-Pop industry.</p><br><p>Join the Kpopcast Slack: <a href="https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A</a></p><br><p>Chip in for editing: <a href="https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast</a> </p><br><p>HIT REPLAYS:</p><ul><li>XG - IN THE RAIN (Official Music Video) <a href="https://youtu.be/BydbhAzmAzg?si=Q7_vuaqAdHSs3F3d" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/BydbhAzmAzg?si=Q7_vuaqAdHSs3F3d</a> </li><li>from20(프롬트웬티) - Eye Candy MV <a href="https://youtu.be/0w_GymG3kbc?si=JjpCox2psVDkmX0S" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/0w_GymG3kbc?si=JjpCox2psVDkmX0S</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><br><p>00:00 Introduction to NCT's Mark and Hit Replays</p><p>08:41 Deep Dive into Mark Lee's First Solo Album</p><p>14:46 Reacting to the Music Video '1999'</p><p>21:45 Themes and Analysis of '1999'</p><p>23:53 Mark Lee: The Multifaceted Artist</p><p>27:55 Exploring Mark's Musical Journey Through Cities</p><p>31:55 Diving into Unique Songwriting Choices</p><p>35:58 Brave Choices: Faith and Identity in Music</p><p>39:27 The Future of Mark Lee: Crossover Potential</p><p>42:25 Final Thoughts: Dayblock or Not?</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
April 11, 2025
<p>In this episode of the K-Pop cast, hosts Stephanie and PD-nim discuss the latest hot topics in the K-Pop industry, including New Jeans' ongoing legal issues, the YG Leaker controversy revealing workplace misconduct at YG Entertainment, and the cultural appropriation concerns surrounding K-Pop groups like Kiss of Life. They also touch on the solo careers of Red Velvet members and the challenges faced by girl groups in the current K-Pop landscape.</p><br><p>Join the Kpopcast Slack: <a href="https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A</a></p><br><p>Chip in for editing: <a href="https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast</a> </p><br><p>HIT REPLAYS:</p><ul><li>TEN 텐 'STUNNER' MV <a href="https://youtu.be/LfoIQZf9Hqs?si=1QA_T-nYRXMBdT6G" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/LfoIQZf9Hqs?si=1QA_T-nYRXMBdT6G</a> </li><li>Come Over (Funk Remix) <a href="https://youtu.be/npjPl6qJJyk?si=9FdwPkPpN-dC-UAU" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/npjPl6qJJyk?si=9FdwPkPpN-dC-UAU</a></li></ul><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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