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Remember that heartwarming celebration of Japanese artist リーダー Ohno Satoshi 大野 智 40th birthday when we transformed the studio into a festival of music and memories? Let's strap in as we revisit that magical time, explore the mesmerizing world of Arashi (嵐) music, and share your reactions to that special episode. We'll also peek into what it's like to be car shopping for Dad, mixing in some personal anecdotes, and car preferences.

Have you ever attended a college hockey game at UMass or experienced a reunion at Harvard? We'll take you on that journey, discussing the passionate fandom that follows young players as one would their favorite bands. As a bonus, we'll also share our accidental discovery of a heavenly Thai restaurant in Cambridge that ended up being the cherry on top of our memorable day. 

We'll close out with some hot updates from the vibrant worlds of K-pop and J-pop. From mispronunciations to security issues and the recent mishap at a K-pop group's morning show performance, we'll cover it all, including a candid chat about the challenges and controversies artists face in the industry.  So why wait? Tune in, join us on this whirlwind ride of music, culture, and personal stories, and be a part of the conversation.

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How often do you find yourself pondering the ever-changing landscape of the Asian music industry? This captivating episode kicks off with an intriguing look into the world of K-Pop girl group FiftyFifty, as we explore the implications of their current situation amidst the surge of popularity their single 'Cupid' is experiencing on social media. We also discuss the buzz around MAMAMOO's Hwasa and her recent transition to P Nation.

Did you know that the K-Pop scene is brewing with even more exciting news? As we take a closer look at the soon-to-be-unveiled MONSTAX subunit. But that's not all, we've got the inside scoop on T.O.P's involvement in the much-anticipated Squid Games 2 and the resulting uproar it's caused. We shed light on how this has affected T.O.P's career and his amusing response to a fan inquiry about his departure from BIG BANG.

As we wrap up this riveting episode, we take a stance on some controversial subjects that have shaken up KQ Entertainment. From the contentious song "Curry" by the Norazo duo to the alarming allegations of sexual harassment at a HYBE fan signing event, we're leaving no stone unturned. We close on a high note with some exciting updates from the Japanese music industry and speculate on Takizawa's TOBE Entertainment company. So get ready to strap in and join us on this rollercoaster ride through the Asian music industry! You won't want to miss it!

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156 episodes in 156 weeks
208 hours 49 minutes
751,740 seconds
199 countries/territories
10,270 cities
505 new music reviews

Time to say goodbye. 

With love and gratitude, the final episode of the NYC Kpop Queens has dropped. 

Follow Emily at @emilykmm on Twitter and Instagram. 

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1lIPkGafDUVVHWj5sxelwc?si=586fd432e2b64cea

!!!!UPDATE - Emily has a new show!!! Check out the K-pop Weekly Podcast available everywhere, including YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNnpgYVuysAfbwvILWekxVg

Seriously, what DIDN'T we talk about today?! Sarah and Panic cover some news, look back on the days when dynamic pricing didn't exist, upcoming music, and then got distracted by magazine covers with some of our favorite artists. It's always a rollercoaster ride when we Rant and Ramble! Plenty of shenanigans!

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In this special episode, Emily shares her experience at the We Bridge Music Festival and Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

Listen as she describes her favorite elements from the Expo including the Grammy Museum stage and art exhibition. 

Then, Emily gives a full review of both nights of the concert. Which performers gained a new fan? Whose set was disappointing? Was night 1 or night 2 better?? Listen to hear it all!

Emily also shares her thoughts on the Moonbin tribute. 

Plus, Queendom shoutouts!

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2mKmxX1WdEfrYtWNPT91yw?si=69454b74516f4406

This week the Queens review a pre-release single from Jimin, "Set Me Free Pt. 2." Listen to hear their thoughts on Jimin's debut, including the music video, choreography, and styling.

Next, Emily and Charity review NMIXX's new EP, "Expergo." What did they think of "Young, Dumb, Stupid," and "Love Me Like This?" Is this new direction a good move? Listen to find out!

For the first time on the podcast, Emily and Charity review TAN, including the track "Fix You."

Plus, Monsta X, K-pop news, poll results, Queendom shoutouts, song of the week, a fun TAN quiz, and more!! 

Quiz - https://www.kpopmap.com/quiz-which-tan-member-will-be-your-boyfriend/

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7KMhURDbIpjnJAT4vQDYTB?si=d718e6b43bc74505

This week the Queens have different opinions as they review highly anticipated releases from some of K-pop's biggest acts.

First, Emily and Charity discuss Kai's third mini album, "Rover." Listen to their thoughts on the single, music video, choreography, and other album tracks.

Next, the Queens review Twice's "Ready to Be." Tune in to hear their thoughts on "Set Me Free," including the music video, choreography, and Twice's position in the current K-pop landscape.

ONEW's first full-length album is also discussed. Were the Queens feeling the reflective single "Circle?" Was the rest of the album a hit? Listen to find out!

Plus, Monsta X reality show, Hybe exits the SM deal, K-pop news, poll results, Queendom shoutouts, a fun Twice quiz, and more!

Quiz - https://www.kpopmap.com/quiz-which-twice-member-would-be-your-bestie/

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4lslgPfPySuOZPuZsEaAWK?si=f5541738b77644f0

This week J-Hope has the Queens feeling reflective as they review "On the Street." Listen to Emily and Charity discuss the powerful new single with J Cole. 

Next, the Queens review Cravity's latest EP including the single "Groovy." Hear their thoughts on the music video, choreography, styling, and more! 

For the first time on the podcast, Emily and Charity review OnlyOneOf! Did "Seoul Drift" turn them into fans? Tune in to find out! 

Plus Monsta X reality show, SM/HYBE/Kakao, K-pop news, poll results, Queendom shoutouts, Song of the Week, a fun Cravity quiz, and more!

Quiz - https://www.kpopmap.com/quiz-which-cravity-member-will-be-your-boyfriend/

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0ykjscIqHlB5uJSDZWXj2P?si=18061a7ee8b646a7

This week brings a flood of emotions as the Queens review new music from Jay Park, Key, Stray Kids' Han, and Monsta X.

First, Emily and Charity review Jay Park's single album including the surprising ballad, "Yesterday." Then, the Queens discuss Key's new repackage album, including the single, "Killer." Listen to their thoughts on the music video, choreography, and cinematography. 

Stray Kids' Han is the focus of the next segment as Emily and Charity review his emotionally charged track, "Volcano." 

During a special old-school review, Emily and Charity breakdown Monsta X's debut EP Trespass. What songs stand out? Has their sound changed? Based on the debut, is their bias the same as today? Monbebe's don't want to miss this!

Plus Seventeen in the Soop, SM/HYBE, poll results, Queendom shoutouts, K-pop news, Song of the Week, a fun Valentine's day quiz, and more!

Quiz - http://whatthekpop.com.dream.website/2020/02/14/wtk-quiz-which-kpop-idol-will-be-your-valentines-day-date-2/

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1HimmJDevu4BCq6OgsEc9o?si=1acaed80432e4e11

This week the Queens try to keep it PG as they celebrate three new releases from some of K-pop's best "grown man" groups.

First, Emily and Charity review "Reason," the latest EP from Monsta X. Listen as they break down the single, music video, styling, choreography, lyrics, and share their individual album picks.

Next, things get spicy as the Queens discuss SF9's "THE PIECE OF9" EP, including the catchy single, "Puzzle." Emily and Charity also give a full review of Astro sub-unit Moonbin and Sanha's new EP, "Incense."

Plus, K-pop news, poll results, Queendom shoutouts, a fun Monsta X quiz, and more!

Quiz - https://thehoneypop.com/2022/08/17/quiz-can-we-guess-ur-monsta-x-bias/

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/34UZdyBOpw6g0kmqRZcpki?si=d6b3722644534348

This week the Queens celebrate the holiday season with new K-pop releases. First, Emily and Charity review a special winter mini album from NCT Dream, including the single, "Candy." 

Next, the Queens review three new Christmas songs. Aepsa teams up with Red Velvet for "Beautiful Christmas." Artists from the C9 label celebrate with "Merry Merry Christmas." While the ladies from NMIXX bring the fun with "Funky Glitter Christmas."

The Queens then each share their top 15 songs and top 5 albums of 2022. 

Plus, K-pop news, Queendom Shoutouts, a fun Christmas quiz, and more!

Quiz - https://www.soompi.com/article/1088437wpp/quiz-male-k-pop-star-christmas

Emily's Best of 2022 Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7iZHuE9w8bZtqV8S0oW1Zq?si=1a052e7586a34706

Charity's Best of 2022 Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/41nTil2Tnud2qaIAGHTITh?si=8470cf6a3ad14f30

Episode Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7MXw3pxvH7B3zjKZDFsiZ8?si=fabc172848464687

This week the Queens celebrate Emily's birthday with Red Velvet's latest EP, "The ReVe Festival 2022 - Birthday." Listen as they review the new single, music video, choreography, styling, and discuss biases. Did this comeback make the Queens want to celebrate or go home early? Listen to find out!

Next, Emily and Charity review a repackaged album from Kang Daniel, including the new single, "Nirvana." They also review Tempest's third project of 2022, "On and On."

The Queens give their picks for best performances at the Melon Music Awards including Monsta X, Le Sserafim, and TxT. 

Plus Spotify Wrapped, K-pop news, poll results, Queendom shoutouts, a fun Red Velvet quiz, and more.

Quiz - https://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/story.php?title=which-member-of-red-velvet-are-you-most-like-quiz

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3BfVzEuLvq21MJE2dHwRhB?si=6478bd3076f6464c

This week brings a healing energy to the podcast as the Queens review the latest release from The Rose. Listen as Emily and Charity discuss the album, "HEAL," including the single, "Sour," and discuss album picks, biases, and more.

The Queens also review YOUNITE's comeback, including the single, "Bad Cupid." They also share their thoughts on I.M's new single, "nvrmnd." 

Plus, K-pop news, poll results, Queendom shoutouts, a scary accurate quiz, and more!!

Quiz - https://www.quotev.com/quiz/11454142/Which-member-from-The-Rose-are-you

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Gs7WhBlvHzlI1KqzogWFh?si=945d1e50727547de

This week the Queens review Kihyun's first comeback mini-album, "Youth." Listen as Emily and Charity break down the single, music video, and styling. The Queens also pick their favorite tracks from the album and discuss Hyungwon's songwriting. 

Then Emily and Charity review Dreamcatcher's latest comeback, including the epic single, "Vision." They also share their thoughts on Itzy's English language single, "Boys Like You."

In a special Halloween segment the Queens each share last-minute costume ideas based on 2022 K-pop releases. Emily and Charity also break down this year's MAMA nominations and discuss the latest Omega X developments.

Plus Stray Kids SKZ Code, K-pop news, poll results, Queendom shoutouts, a fun Halloween quiz and more!

Quiz - https://www.buzzfeed.com/tough_tootin_baby/plan-an-epic-halloween-party-to-find-out-which-spo-8ji0wljops

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7uNy1g4D6adamhayNwdKZn?si=1449f92ffc124121

This week the Queens celebrate strength as they review the first comeback from Le Sserafim, "Antifragile." Listen as Emily and Charity break down the single, music video, styling, choreography, and discuss their album picks and biases.

Next the Queens review "Bittersweet," the new single album from Wonho, including the single "Don't Regret." Then (G)I-DLE's much talked about comeback, "Nxde" is discussed. One Queen loves it and one doesn't. Listen to hear their reasons why!

Emily and Charity also review Mamamoo's "Mic On." Plus, Stray Kids Finding SKZ Season 3 and puppy interview, BTS military enlistment, K-pop news, poll results, Queendom shoutouts, a Le Sserafim quiz, and more! 

Quiz - https://www.quotev.com/quiz/14839190/Wich-LE-SSERAFIM-member-are-you

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7r2IVzyNykW5IpqJ6Uh5Jk?si=d5de1773a71d48c0

This week it's all about the "Girls" as the Queens review the latest from aespa. Listen as Emily and Charity review their second mini-album including the single "Girls," music video, album picks, choreography, styling, and biases. 

Next, the Queens review "Bare & Rare Pt. 1," a new album from Chung Ha including the single "Sparkling," album picks, and more. 

Then the Queens review new singles from Monsta X and Seventeen. Plus, Stray Kids 2 Kids Room with Bang Chan and Seungmin, K-pop news, Queendom shoutouts, poll results, a fun aespa quiz, and more!

Quiz - https://kprofiles.com/which-aespa-member-are-you/

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2WcY4bJgVVy7zP7XOaQHII?si=1d9ef48279a84a93

This week the Queens celebrate GOT7's return with a full review of their new self-titled EP. Listen as Emily and Charity break down the single 'NANANA,' music video, album picks, choreography, styling and discuss their biases. Next, the Queens review the latest EP from AB6IX, 'A to B,' including the single 'Savior.'

Then Emily and Charity give a full review of the Monsta X concert at Radio City Music Hall. What were their favorite performances? Did biases change? Was it better than a BTS concert? Listen to find out!

Plus, Stray Kids 2 Kids Room with Lee Know and Seungmin, poll results, Queendom shoutouts, a fun GOT7 quiz, and more!

Quiz - https://www.buzzfeed.com/hyunnie/which-got7-member-will-be-your-soulmate-4w47kkl0k1

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/04ubZFSKZ729ihzEqRdifL?si=912bdb192a144d52

Yee Haw! The Queens are ready for a western theme dance party this week. Listen as they review the new album from K-pop legend Psy, including the collaboration 'That That' featuring Suga from BTS. Plus, album picks, styling, and more!

Next Emily and Charity review the latest comeback from iKon, 'Flashback' including the single 'But You,' album picks, bias chat and more. Then the Queens review the debut from Le Sserafim. Listen as they discuss the single and album. Emily and Charity have strong feelings about the music video, tune in to find out why.

Plus, Stray Kids 2 Kids Room with I.N and Felix, K-pop news, Queendom shoutouts, poll results, a fun iKon quiz, and more!

Quiz - https://www.buzzfeed.com/woojinbobdong/who-is-your-ikon-soulmate-aedkuj0e6a

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3s08y9YbS9AgcJRf7fpVZD?si=1878a29ea2f74c24

The Queens are feeling the love this week as they review Monsta X's latest comeback, 'Shape of Love.' Listen as Emily and Charity break down the single, 'Love,' music video, styling, choreography, and album picks. Emotions flow during this segment as the Queens discuss Monsta X's inevitable enlistment and touching songs dedicated to Monbebe. 

Next, The Queens give a full review of Verivery, 'Series O [Round 3: Whole.]' Listen as Emily and Charity review the single, 'Undercover,' music video, styling, album picks, and bias chat. Do the Queens have the same bias? 

The Queens also discuss "With You" the new OST from BTS' Jimin and Ha Sungwoon. Plus Stray Kids 2 Kids Room with Bang Chan and Changbin, K-pop news, poll results, Queendom shoutouts, a Monsta X quiz, and more!

Quiz - https://www.buzzfeed.com/ottomancouch/answer-these-questions-and-well-tell-you-which-mo-1c7n0

Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/52hwNbOEr0VSHXOjZnh0Tb?si=19074b6c5ca3475d

In October of 2021, Sarah and DJ Panic discuss some events, artists-related news, and a Janino Channel (ジャにのちゃんねる) episode where Panic had something to say to one of the members.

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