In this episode of the K-Pop Cast, the hosts review Enhypen's "Bad Desire". They discuss the evolving trends in K-Pop, the impact of military enlistment on artists, and the significance of music videos in conveying concepts. The conversation also touches on the nostalgia of early 2000s sounds and the challenges of creating memorable choreography in a fast-paced industry. Join the Kpopcast Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/shared_invite/zt-93kzxcv6-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0AChip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast [REVIEW] ENHYPEN Explores Their Darkest Fantasy Yet with ‘DESIRE: UNLEASH’ Containing Moments of Excellence | Genius https://genius.com/discussions/499192-Review-enhypen-explores-their-darkest-fantasy-yet-with-desire-unleash-containing-moments-of-excellence HIT REPLAYS:MEOVV(미야오) - ‘HANDS UP’ M/V https://youtu.be/sL0pCS6K9bc?si=WkbTrnSvGsRYJDaY USPEER (유스피어) 'ZOOM' MV https://youtu.be/7WSmAo7kSoo?si=xlQp-pHbq4801WZO JAEHYUN 재현 'Can't Get You' (Official Audio) https://youtu.be/yzAA-8CrWCY?si=Pbt6r6pTW_CorCf2Chapters00:00 Introduction02:14 Hit Replays: Meovv Jaehyun Uspeer16:11 'Bad Desire' Reaction21:14 Visuals and Themes in Music Videos29:03 Choreography and Performance Analysis31:23 Nostalgia and Global Reach in K-Pop39:16 Standout Tracks and Production Insights41:05 Final Thoughts and Ratings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kpop Demon Hunters Netflix Review & Discussion
The Kpopcast crew dives deep into Netflix's animated hit "Kpop Demon Hunters" - and they're completely obsessed! Join DJ Peter Lo, Syed, Virginia, and PD Nim as they break down everything from the incredible soundtrack (which they argue is better than 90% of actual K-pop) to the spot-on cultural references that prove the creators really knew their stuff. They discuss the film's authentic portrayal of fan culture, the clever metaphors about industry exploitation, hilarious K-drama tropes, and why this movie works for both hardcore K-pop stans and complete newcomers. Plus: thoughts on sequel potential, the genius of naming conventions, and why "Golden" deserves an Oscar. Spoilers included - watch the movie first!Join the Kpopcast Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/kpopcast/sha...Chip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcastChapters00:00 Intro & First Reactions05:25 Development & Concept Art Changes10:05 Soundtrack Breakdown19:20 K-pop Song Placements26:29 Cultural Accuracy & References36:43 Fan Culture & Dark Themes48:04 Comedy & K-drama Tropes56:16 Final Thoughts & Sequel Potential Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Was Red Velvet Irene & Seulgi TILT Worth the Wait?
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-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0AChip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast HIT REPLAYS:김재중(KIM JAE JOONG) 'ROCK STAR' MV https://youtu.be/UrZXzp2t91M?si=Heg2CJV62lvnU2nE Hersh - Falling Into You (Feat. JUSTHIS) https://youtu.be/hGgCiS2T72o?si=Bb3AI7IfrWNNgNId SHINee 샤이니 'Poet | Artist' MV https://youtu.be/QF6P6BSPDRw?si=wA-TU0IFqdv-aZw1 Chapters00:00 Introduction to K-Pop Cast and Hit Replays03:46 Spotlight on Kim Jaejoong: A K-Pop Legend09:41 Exploring Independent Artists: Hirsch and Justice14:34 SHINee's Comeback: Remembering Jonghyun19:30 Red Velvet's Irene & Seulgi: The Long-Awaited Return21:25 Introduction and Initial Reactions22:22 Expectations vs. Reality in Title Tracks23:13 Desire for Sensual Storytelling in K-Pop24:24 Comparing Sensuality in K-Pop History25:16 The Role of Government and Cultural Norms26:16 The Evolution of Female Sensuality in K-Pop27:11 Choreography and Performance Quality28:12 The Impact of NCT and ESPA on SM's Focus28:59 Comparing Previous Works and Current Trends29:53 Choreography and Audience Connection31:02 The Essence of K-Pop Choreography31:56 The Storytelling Aspect in Music Videos33:00 The Future of Red Velvet and SM's Direction33:49 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Seventeen Drops Epic Happy Burstday Album Preview
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-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0AChip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcast HIT REPLAYS:Baekhyun ‘No Problem’ https://youtu.be/aT-jUyik8yI?si=7X1ZLgxNapRO_zEt RIIZE 라이즈 'Fly Up' MV https://youtu.be/vLUtHODdLzk?si=T9trz9vqJDyHrvDH Chapters00:00 Introduction to K-Pop Highlights04:01 Baekhyun's Comeback and Musical Style07:52 RYSE's New Album and Emotional Themes10:53 Seventeen's Highlight Medley and Album Insights15:44 Innovations in K-Pop Highlight Medleys20:47 Red Velvet's Controversial Concepts27:29 Monsta X's Re-recorded Tracks and Future Prospects Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Identity Crisis? G-idle Rebrand and Comeback ‘Girlfriend
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-YNej2QkyY6vaPnhEQJxk0AChip in for editing: https://ko-fi.com/thekpopcastChapters00:00 Intro02:10 The Significance of the Name Change05:08 Music Video Reaction: Girlfriend06:58 Exploring Lyrics and Themes09:51 Discussion on Provocative Content13:02 Analyzing the Use of Language15:37 The Shift from 'I' to 'We' in Identity18:37 Conclusion and Future Directions19:31 The Impact of Soojin's Departure22:23 Re-recording Controversies in K-Pop27:23 Fan Reactions to Rebranding and Erasure31:38 The Future of G-Idle and Their Rebranding37:54 Final Thoughts on G-Idle's Direction Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
À propos de Kpopcast: for the best sounds & ideas in Kpop
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.