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.

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.

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.

In this episode, we have thoughts on the backlash on Amber’s JK News comments, more drama coming out of TS Entertainment, alarming revelations by former-Brave Girls’ Yejin on why she left, and some attempts of reassertion by the totally-not-corrupt producers of “Produce 101 Japan”. All that, new tunes, including True Damage, FAKY, and MAMAMOO, Reina Scully’s new show, and more!

On this edition of Hallyujuku Talks. Kaz and Petey sit down to discuss their thoughts on the global box office hit, Parasite. What did the guys think of Director Bong Joon-Ho’s latest runaway success? Hit play and find out!

In this episode, we discuss Wonho’s departure from Monsta X, the further aftermath of MNet’s rigging scandals, and CL’s freedom from YG Entertainment. All that, plus new music from ZICO, WayV, (G)I-Dle, AleXa, and Lim Kim. Let’s get it!

In this episode of Hallyujuku, the boys are back to discuss SuperM’s debut and their ambitious plans, the latest developments in MNet’s survival show controversies, and some more dunking on YG. All that, plus new tunes from ZICO, CLC, Dreamcatcher, and Se So Neon. Get in on it!

On this episode, we commemorate f(x)’s 10th anniversary by discussing the departures of almost all the members from SM Entertainment, we talk about Makestar stepping in to try to make good on Sonamoo’s 2017 project TS Entertainment seemingly abandoned, update you on the info on Bighit and Source’s “Global Girl Group Audition”, and give props to Dreamcatcher for making it up to fans in a small way for their unfortunately canceled Melbourne show. All that, plus new tunes, including Simon Dominic, Jay Park, Kisum, FAKY, and more!

This week, we discuss BTS getting a much needed and much deserved break, Chinese K-Pop stars parroting government propaganda, and a former Idol School contestant coming out as bi. All that, plus new tunes, including THE BOYZ, Red Velvet, ITZY, and more!

On this edition of Talks, Petey & Kaz sit down to discuss the upcoming super group from SM known as SuperM. Will this bold strategy be able to challenge BTS’ throne?

On this episode, we take a look at BigHit’s acquisition of Source Music, how YG’s issues are affecting their upcoming boy group TREASURE 13’s debut, Daesung coming under fire for illegal activity at one of his buildings, and police investigations of the controversial results of Produce X101. All that, plus new tunes, including NCT Dream, Taemin, and more!

On this episode, we discuss the various mixed feelings about BTS performing in Saudi Arabia, Lai Kuan Lin seeking free agency from Cube Entertainment, and RBW endeavoring to provide a showcase for musicians with disabilities. All that, new tunes, including NCT 127, EXO-SC, Heize, and more!

On this episode, we discuss BTS’ impressive physical sales in the US, Big Hit bolstering their design team for a possible girl group, IOI’s impending reunion, and idols opening up about their mental health. All that, plus new tunes, including WayV, Red Velvet, GFriend, (G)I-DLE, and BABYMETAL. Check it out!

On this episode, we discuss the latest scandal hitting YG Entertainment while speculating on its fallout, we ponder on the latest progress in K-Pop’s global conquest with Epic Records’ signing of Monsta X, and what it takes to get noticed in the crowded J-Pop idol field. All that, new tunes, including Teen Top, Jay Park, CLC, and more! Smash that play button, fool!

On this episode, we discuss TS Entertainment reaching new levels of pettiness in their legal battle against former Secret member Hyosung, Yoo Byung Jae jumping the YG ship and taking his long-time manager with him, Pledis ending Pristin before they could even begin, and AKS exhibiting their own pettiness pertaining Mahohon’s graduation concert. All that, new tunes, and more!

We’re back again with another fantastic edition of Hallyujuku. On this episode, we reassure ourselves that things will be okay following news of EXID’s Hani and Jeonghwa’s departures from Banana Culture, make note of the next shoe dropping in the Maho Yamaguchi saga with her impending graduation, and give some tempered observations on some possibly over-the-line behaviour from Houston NCT 127 “sasaengs” and the ensuing backlash. All that, new tunes, including Beenzino’s return, Jay Park, Park Bom, BABYMETAL, and more!

On this episode, we discuss the unfortunate plight of being a Black Korean dealing with South Korean makeup artists, take a peek at some of the details of the upcoming “Produce 101 Japan”, and speculate on NGT48 hitting the reset button following recent controversies. All that, new tunes, including the highly anticipated BTS comeback, Steve Aoki x Monsta X, Blackpink, and more! Git on it!

On this episode, we discuss the finally unveiled BTS Mattel Fashion Dolls, Kang Daniel legally seeking free agency, and the steps Yoon Ji Oh is taking to ensure her own safety. Additionally, Petey talks a bit about some of the things he saw at SXSW 2019, including iKon, Chungha, and more at the Korea Spotlight. All that, plus new tunes, including Pentagon, Mamamoo, the triumphantly returning Park Bom, and more! Get down on it!

On this episode, we avoid the elephant in the K-Pop room, for now. Instead, we discuss the escalation in the contract length MNET is asking for in the new edition of Produce, a couple of names from (or formerly from) AKB48 making moves into Korean companies, and the expansion of K-Merch in American retail stores. All that, plus new tunes, and more! Get it!

On this episode, we discuss our relief in seeing BAP finally free, wonder what would come from Park Bom’s upcoming comeback, and speculate on thawing relations between China and Korea to the credit of K-Pop’s ongoing rise. All that, plus some brand new tunes, including new Monsta X, LOONA, Dreamcatcher, and ITZY’s debut, and more! Get on it!