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Ariana and Rhodri take a double-shot of TVXQ reviewing "Chance of Love" and "Love Line." Hit Replays: - Monsta X (몬스타엑스) - Lost in the Dream - BTS - Let Go Listen to Hit Replays on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=_XxyjspkRNCS2bVWYTQx5Q Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/RhodriRhodri twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khan twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/Soupermatic twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net #kpopchat

Did JYP’s divergent boy group defy conventional expectations for kpop debuts? In a first-ever episode completely recorded, scripted and edited without DJ PLo, the staff of the Kpopcast give their remarks. Hit Replays: - Wanna One (워너원) - 'BOOMERANG (부메랑)' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmMjkMtpnTc - MONSTA X (MONSTA X) - JEALOUSY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSA9VZduuZ4 - 화사 - 덤덤해지네 https://youtu.be/7kgV7Hrb-1c Listen to Hit Replays on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=Xj_E0MMvTFyjZGR4v6G95Q Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khan twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/Soupermatic twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net #kpopchat

GOT7 has an interesting take on creating the fan-tribute MV. Ariana and DJ PLo discuss. Hit Replays: - 헤이즈 (Heize) - MIANHAE (Sorry)https://youtu.be/9mRicqcxQro - Celeb Five(셀럽파이브) - Celeb Five(I wanna be a Celeb)(셀럽파이브(셀럽이 되고 싶어)) We recommend watching the TDC Dance version: https://youtu.be/F3_j5bdh57E Listen to Hit Replays on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=KZ_PW9vHRWeOjq7Rgpc9Kg Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khan twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/Soupermatic twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net #kpopchat

What do Vincent Van Gogh and MAMAMOO have in common? Raman and DJ PeterLo dive into the surreal art of this house comeback single. Hit Replays: - BIGBANG - 꽃 길 (Flower Road) https://youtu.be/wowAOdTYqw8 - 헤이즈 (Heize) - Jenga (Feat. Gaeko) https://youtu.be/uw_HR9jIJww Listen to Hit Replays on Spotify: open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=xdb2takpQpWA4a48qCG-YA Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khan twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/Soupermatic twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net #kpopchat

What was J-Hope trying to tell us in his mixtape, HIXTAPE? We discover with "Daydream" and "Airplane" in particular. Ariana, Stephanie and PLo discuss the messages BTS ARMY can take away from the album in this special kpopcast episode. Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/Ariana_Y_Khan twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net #kpopchat

Behind-the-scenes kpopcast editor, Michaela, joins hosts Stephanie and Peter to discuss NCT U's "Boss" Watch Kpop Junkee's MV Theory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DBd1-90dCo Hit Replays: - BoA 보아 'ONE SHOT, TWO SHOT' https://youtu.be/Xg_4tbLnIOc - N.Flying (엔플라잉) _ Hot Potato (뜨거운 감자)https://youtu.be/y1iRckD1ys4 - VROMANCE (브로맨스) _ Star (별) https://youtu.be/WdVXgRifwY0 Catch Hit Replays on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net

Welcoming two special guests, we host music theorist Rhodri of The KpopShow and video theorist Kpop Junkee to deconstruct Red Velvet's "Bad Boy." Follow Rhodri of The Kpop Show: twitter.com/rhodrirhodri www.facebook.com/kpopshowofficial And Kpop Junkee: twitter.com/KPOPJunkee www.youtube.com/c/KPOPJunkee Hit Replays: - iKON - Long Time No See https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HT3LQDj267I - 다이나믹 듀오 (Dynamic Duo) - 봉제선 (BONGJESEON) (Feat. 수란 (SURAN)) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQfMqHSklYI - JEON SOYEON(전소연) - Jelly https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJ8kJdTYj1o Catch Hit Replays on Spotify: open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=PsbNbgs1RFuy3sbgap76Nw Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net

iKON replays a rosy analogue-film memory over and over again in their comeback title "Love Scenario." This week, Stephanie and DJ PeterLo dive into how well iKON capitalizes on that concept in the visuals and the song. Catch Kpop Junkee's MV Theory: https://youtu.be/-yUeA6PoDeU Hit Replays: - 이달의 소녀/고원 (LOONA/Go Won) "One&Only" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5qwcYL8a0o - SHIMMixes | COLOR '17: THE 2017 BEST OF K-POP SMASH-UP https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pj61YPRdrk Listen to Hit Replays on Spotify: open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=F44srOZdSQmMqBAHjKyKHw Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net

Sunmi performs on a metaphorical stage for "Heroine," and despite tragedy, 'the show must go on.' Kpopcast hosts Stephanie and DJ Peter Lo explain why Sunmi's "Heroine" could be this year's feminist anthem for kpop. Catch Kpop Junkee's MV Theory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hswbvs3VhL0 Hit Replays: - 케이시 (Kassy) _ '사랑받고 싶어' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQEvUvM6tAc - 청하(CHUNG HA) - "Roller Coaster" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFWiME1uVrY Listen to Hit Replays on Spotify: open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr?si=X8lJLwkYSsKk_2tIBeKsKw Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/michaelajkpop twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net

Infinite's "Tell Me" arrives a year and a half - which is practically a decade in kpop-years. Did the comeback live up to our expectations? We explore the theme of regret shown in the music video concept and song. Read Nick of The Bias List's Review: https://thebiaslist.com/2018/01/08/song-review-infinite-tell-me/ Catch Kpop Junkee's MV Theory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQQFLMnmulI Hit Replays: - Stray Kids "Grrr 총량의 법칙" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sy3ERg7OCWo - BoA 'Jazzclub' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP-DFPuODcM - MOMOLAND(모모랜드) - "뿜뿜(BBoom BBoom)" Dance Practice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLv5MBuSYDY Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/Soupermatic twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net

Kpop, often known for its competitive rankings, is sometimes harder to rank among friends. In this year-end-episode of the Kpocast, the hosts showcase their personal honorable mentions and present the top ten kpop songs of 2017 to remember. As discussed on the show, the hosts were quite divided in their own rankings before the show. We’ve posted our personal charts on our website so can see how hard it was to agree on a top ten, how they were ranked, and for you to decide who got it most-right: kpopcast.net/2018/01/06/the-top-10-kpop-songs-of-2017-to-remember/ ChartChat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/Soupermatic twitter.com/DJPeterLo Kpopcast.net

In this panel discussion, The Kpopcast welcomes voices in and around the community on what it means to be a kpop parent. If you've ever wondered what it takes, or simply marveled over the life-balance parenting in kpop entails, these panelists offer their pro-tips. Listen to this discussion from the Moms and Dads of kpop as they impart lessons and untold anecdotes in kpop parenting. Follow the special guests of this episode: - Mama B of Kpop Mamas: https://twitter.com/KpopMamas - Stephen Knight of KultScene's Kpop Unmuted: https://twitter.com/tennesseeappeal - Angie Grace: https://twitter.com/AngieGraceLA - Jonathan and Erika of KpopHotPot: https://twitter.com/kpophotpot

Editor's Note: we recorded this live on Periscope, so it has a bit less polish than we usually have. TWICE's "Heart Shaker" produced a polarized reaction from the Kpopcast team, and we dive into our quick mixed reactions for this episode. Tamar Herman's Hyuna Review: https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/k-town/8054033/hyuna-lip-hip-music-video-watch Kpop Junkee's Theory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ff3-RfB5ZCc Nick of The Bias List's Review: https://thebiaslist.com/2017/12/11/song-review-twice-heart-shaker/ Hit Replays: - HyunA(현아) _ Lip & Hip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcqImqOVE2U - KARD _ Trust Me https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADfFxRvup0c Listen to Hit Replays on Spotify: open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/_ramandeepmann twitter.com/Soupermatic twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net

Editor's Note: we recorded this just before KARD's surprise prequel "Trust Me" dropped. In this episode, we'll put KARD's "You In Me" to our Daebak or Not test, and explore some of the meaning/message behind the concept. The Guitar instrumental heard on this track was arranged and recorded by Shlyn Mashups/@runningmanfan8. Check out her fantastic video of the KARD cover: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPSgklpMUOo Hit Replays: - BTS (방탄소년단) 'MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix)' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTlv5_Bs8aw - PENTAGON(펜타곤) _ RUNAWAY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxpRxiNM2sQ - 블락비 (Block B) - Shall We Dance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHglTopVlKQ Listen to Hit Replays on Spotify: open.spotify.com/user/kpopcast/playlist/72O7VTSxmAKA3wIORNqBBr Chat with us: twitter.com/TheKpopcast twitter.com/Sparker2 twitter.com/_ramandeepmann twitter.com/Soupermatic twitter.com/DJPeterLo kpopcast.net

We just wanted to provide a quick update for those who were wondering: yes, we're still alive and going. We've been busy with traveling and our day jobs but we've have more ahead on the calendar. We're looking to expand our team! If you've wanted to help us in managing our digital presence, audio production, planning - or other random ways - we're all ears! If you're interested in joining our team, just give us a tweet at @TheKpopcast. To gain a glimpse into some of things we've been working on, we've dropped in an unedited recording from a failed video reaction to Twice's "Likey" at the end of this quick update.