In this episode, we talk about the effects of COVID-19 on various events throughout the industry, strategic partnerships being formed for global expansion, and Brian Ortega slapping Jay Park in the face. All that, plus more YG lies, Petey’s first impressions of Itaewon class, and new NCT 127, Victon, and Itzy.

What’s New?
KazNCT 127 엔시티 127 '영웅 (英雄; Kick It)' MV
[MV] VICTON(빅톤) _ Howling
Petey"Itaewon Class" on Netflix
ITZY "WANNABE" M/V

Headlines

COVID-19 Cancellations

More Events Cancelled Due To Accelerating Coronavirus Outbreak In South Korea

SXSW cancels its 400K-person conference due to coronavirus

Update: UFC Fighter Jung Chan Sung Expresses Anger Following Brian Ortega’s Violence Towards Jay Park

Strategic K-Pop Global Partnerships

JYP Entertainment Partners With Republic Records; TWICE Up First To Aim Internationally Through Alliance

Chungha Signs With ICM Partners To Take On Global Market

YGE confirm they are currently working on a new girl group, which translates to like a 2025 debut

In this episode, we discuss Parasite’s historic night at the Academy Awards, Spotify’s possible entrance into the Korean streaming market, and SXSW Music festival’s stepping the presence of Japanese artists. All that, plus new tunes from Everglow, KARD, LOONA, Dreamcatcher, and rising indie artists Se So Neon.

What’s New?
KazEVERGLOW (에버글로우) - DUN DUN MV
[MV] KARD(카드) _ RED MOON
Petey[MV] SE SO NEON(새소년) _ Midnight Train(심야행)
[MV] 이달의 소녀 (LOONA) "So What"
Dreamcatcher(드림캐쳐) 'Scream' MV

Headlines

‘Parasite’ takes home 4 awards from the Oscars, including Best Picture + Bong Joon Ho rules

Bong Joon Ho Interpreter Sharon Choi Relives Historic ‘Parasite’ Awards Season in Her Own Words (EXCLUSIVE)

Spotify Reportedly Launching In Korea This Year

SXSW ramps up its Japan game

SXSW 2020 Music Festival Showcasing Artists

In this episode, we discuss the aftermath of Red Velvet Wendy’s injuries and SBS’ lackluster apologies, a major lawsuit against MelOn from 13 major Korean music companies, and BTS’ participation in Lil’ Nas X’s Grammy performance. All that, plus new music, including CL, Giriboy, Zico, AOA, JYP, and Red Velvet.

What’s New?
CL - [ In The Name Of Love | 사랑의 이름으로 ] (Album Playlist on YouTube)
Kaz
[MV] GIRIBOY(기리보이) _ What's Wrong(와츠롱) (Feat. YUNHWAY)
[MV] ZICO(지코) _ Any song(아무노래)
Petey
SBS KPOP CLASSIC on YouTube
AOA – ‘날 보러 와요 (Come See Me)’ MUSIC VIDEO
박진영 (J.Y. Park) "FEVER (Feat. 수퍼비, BIBI)" M/V
Red Velvet 레드벨벳 'Psycho' MV

Headlines

Wendy injured at SBS Year-End Show

Red Velvet’s Wendy suffers fractures to pelvis/wrist and facial injuries due to alleged negligence by SBS

Police allegedly investigating SBS incident that led to injuries for Red Velvet’s Wendy

13 Music Companies Including Sony Music Korea, Warner Music Korea, Bugs, and YG Entertainment Are Suing MelOn For ₩5 Billion KRW

BTS perform at Grammys as a part of Lil Nas X’s great “Old Town Road” collab stage

No coins? Not a problem for Japan’s new cashless gachapon capsule toy vending machines