Kpopcast: for the best sounds & ideas in Kpop

In this episode of the, the hosts review the highly anticipated comeback of Red Velvet's Irene and Seulgi with their new song 'Tilt' diving  into the significance of sensuality and in kpop music videos, and the challenges faced by veteran groups in the current industry landscape. They also discuss new music  from Kim Jaejoong, SHINee, and independent artist Hersh feat JUSTHIS. Join the Kpopcast Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A [https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A] Chip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast [https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast]  HIT REPLAYS: * 김재중(KIM JAE JOONG) 'ROCK STAR' MV https://youtu.be/UrZXzp2t91M?si=Heg2CJV62lvnU2nE [https://youtu.be/UrZXzp2t91M?si=Heg2CJV62lvnU2nE]  * Hersh - Falling Into You (Feat. JUSTHIS) https://youtu.be/hGgCiS2T72o?si=Bb3AI7IfrWNNgNId [https://youtu.be/hGgCiS2T72o?si=Bb3AI7IfrWNNgNId]  * SHINee 샤이니 'Poet | Artist' MV https://youtu.be/QF6P6BSPDRw?si=wA-TU0IFqdv-aZw1 [https://youtu.be/QF6P6BSPDRw?si=wA-TU0IFqdv-aZw1]  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to K-Pop Cast and Hit Replays 03:46 Spotlight on Kim Jaejoong: A K-Pop Legend 09:41 Exploring Independent Artists: Hirsch and Justice 14:34 SHINee's Comeback: Remembering Jonghyun 19:30 Red Velvet's Irene & Seulgi: The Long-Awaited Return 21:25 Introduction and Initial Reactions 22:22 Expectations vs. Reality in Title Tracks 23:13 Desire for Sensual Storytelling in K-Pop 24:24 Comparing Sensuality in K-Pop History 25:16 The Role of Government and Cultural Norms 26:16 The Evolution of Female Sensuality in K-Pop 27:11 Choreography and Performance Quality 28:12 The Impact of NCT and ESPA on SM's Focus 28:59 Comparing Previous Works and Current Trends 29:53 Choreography and Audience Connection 31:02 The Essence of K-Pop Choreography 31:56 The Storytelling Aspect in Music Videos 33:00 The Future of Red Velvet and SM's Direction 33:49 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In this episode of the, the hosts discuss the latest comebacks and highlight medleys from Seventeen, Riize, Red Velvet, Baekhyun and Monsta X. They explore the musical styles, emotional themes, and innovative approaches to highlight medleys, as well as the controversies surrounding certain concepts.  Join the Kpopcast Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A [https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A] Chip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast [https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast]  HIT REPLAYS: * Baekhyun ‘No Problem’ https://youtu.be/aT-jUyik8yI?si=7X1ZLgxNapRO_zEt [https://youtu.be/aT-jUyik8yI?si=7X1ZLgxNapRO_zEt]  * RIIZE 라이즈 'Fly Up' MV https://youtu.be/vLUtHODdLzk?si=T9trz9vqJDyHrvDH [https://youtu.be/vLUtHODdLzk?si=T9trz9vqJDyHrvDH]  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to K-Pop Highlights 04:01 Baekhyun's Comeback and Musical Style 07:52 RYSE's New Album and Emotional Themes 10:53 Seventeen's Highlight Medley and Album Insights 15:44 Innovations in K-Pop Highlight Medleys 20:47 Red Velvet's Controversial Concepts 27:29 Monsta X's Re-recorded Tracks and Future Prospects ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In this episode the hosts discuss the rebranding of G-Idle to simply 'I-dle' and their new song 'Girlfriend'. They explore the implications of the name change, the themes presented in the music video, and the reactions from fans. The conversation also touches on the departure of member Soojin and how it has affected the group, as well as comparisons to other K-Pop groups and I-dle’s Future in the industry. Join the Kpopcast Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Chip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:10 The Significance of the Name Change 05:08 Music Video Reaction: Girlfriend 06:58 Exploring Lyrics and Themes 09:51 Discussion on Provocative Content 13:02 Analyzing the Use of Language 15:37 The Shift from 'I' to 'We' in Identity 18:37 Conclusion and Future Directions 19:31 The Impact of Soojin's Departure 22:23 Re-recording Controversies in K-Pop 27:23 Fan Reactions to Rebranding and Erasure 31:38 The Future of G-Idle and Their Rebranding 37:54 Final Thoughts on G-Idle's Direction ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In this episode of the, the hosts share their hit replays of the week & K-pop's presence at the 2025 Met Gala. The conversation highlights the intersection of K-Pop and Black Dandyism, exploring their fashion choices and the cultural significance behind them, cultural appropriation, and the future of K-Pop idols in the global fashion scene. Join the Kpopcast Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A [https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A] Chip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast [https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast]  HIT REPLAYS: * ENHYPEN (엔하이픈) 'Loose' Official Lyric Video https://youtu.be/qr4oH_06IZM?si=dvTYhe91FibmzIZN [https://youtu.be/qr4oH_06IZM?si=dvTYhe91FibmzIZN]  * Toshinobu Kubota - Dance If You Want It (1988) https://youtu.be/ulCqwSjQ-t4?si=PavFWryVGDj1qwhL [https://youtu.be/ulCqwSjQ-t4?si=PavFWryVGDj1qwhL]  * LATATA (i-dle ver.) (LATATA (i-dle ver.)) https://youtu.be/rxlQ5OgscMo?si=CwW_r2Wumoh0T7Gi [https://youtu.be/rxlQ5OgscMo?si=CwW_r2Wumoh0T7Gi]  Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:35 Enhypen Hit Replay 03:49 Toshinobu Kubota Hit Replay 07:55 I-dle Hit Replay 12:36 Deep Dive into the 2025 Met Gala 14:30 Expectations Going Into The Event 17:41 Asian Representation at the Met Gala 20:35 Conclusion and Future of K-Pop in Fashion 21:33 What is Black Dandyism? & It's Influence on Kpop 27:06 The K-Pop Influence on Fashion Brands 31:13 K-Pop Idols at the Met Gala 33:19 S.Coups' Met Gala Look 38:07 Lisa's Controversial Outfit 45:42 Jennie's Chanel Ensemble 50:06 K-Pop Idols and Fashion Houses 53:03 Rosé's Met Gala Look and Inspiration 55:26 The Influence of Andre Leon Talley 01:01:30 Fashion Choices and Industry Influence 01:07:28 Future of K-Pop and Fashion Events 01:12:38 Wrap-Up and Predictions for K-Pop Fashion ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In this episode, Peter and Stephanie dive deep into Katseye and their controversial comeback song, 'Gnarly.' They discuss the group's formation, their identity as a global girl group, and the polarizing reactions to their music video. The conversation explores themes of cultural appropriation, the impact of lyrics, and the evolving landscape of K-pop, all while analyzing the song's production and fan reception. The hosts reflect on their initial reactions, the influence of Alice's original concept, and the broader implications of the song within the K-pop industry. Join the Kpopcast Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0A Chip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cat's Eye and Their Comeback 02:23 The Global Girl Group Phenomenon 05:22 Reaction to 'Gnarly' and Its Polarizing Nature 08:14 Initial Reactions and Cultural Commentary 11:06 The Impact of Lyrics and Cultural Expectations 13:40 The Role of Performance and Audience Reception 16:40 Comparing 'Gnarly' to Other Artists and Trends 19:29 Exploring the Lyrics and Their Reception 22:24 Alice's Influence and the Song's Background 25:25 The Absurdity of K-Pop Lyrics 28:16 Fan Reactions and Controversies 33:06 Sexualization in K-Pop 37:35 The Meaning of 'Gnarly' 44:24 Appropriation and Transformation in K-Pop 47:07 Wrapping Up: The Future of K-Pop 47:30 New Chapter ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.