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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 1h

MV Rec: Yerin Baek – Mirror

We’re back with a new music video recommendation and this time we’re sharing the incredible Yerin Baek with her music video ‘Mirror’.

This is a prett...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 4h

[Review] BAE173 – NEW CHAPTER: DESEAR

BAE173 just dropped their highly anticipated first full-length album, ‘NEW CHAPTER: DESEAR’. The physical version of the album features eight tracks, ...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 10h

[Review] Bae Jin Young Shines in His Solo Debut EP ‘STILL YOUNG’

Former WANNA ONE and CIX member Bae Jin Young has officially made his solo debut with the EP ‘STILL YOUNG’. Having grown into a remarkable performer o...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 1d

[Review] Bon Appétit, Your Majesty — A Feast of Time, Love, and History

In this week’s drama review, we’re diving into tvN’s latest hit, where time travel, romance, and mouth-watering food come together in one fantastic st...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 1d

[Review] TWS – play hard

The boys from TWS are back with new music in their 4th mini-album ‘play hard’. Based on their MELON description, this release embodies growth, effort,...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 1d

[Review] KINO – EVERYBODY’S GUILTY, BUT NO ONE’S TO BLAME

KINO is back with his new mini-album ‘EVERYBODY’S GUILTY, BUT NO ONE’S TO BLAME’. We’re super curious so let’s take a closer look!

EVERYBODY’S GUILTY...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 2d

[Review] NMIXX – Blue Valentine

The girls from NMIXX are back to slay with ‘Blue Valentine’. We’re super stoked because their previous album has been playing on repeat since release ...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 2d

Rapper In The Spotlight: Young Ko

In this edition of Rapper In The Spotlight, we’re diving into the career of an artist who’s been around for a while but recently caught our attention ...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 3d

Weekly K-Indie Report

Welcome to this week’s K-Indie Report! In this series, we spotlight the freshest sounds from Korea’s vibrant indie scene. From rising stars to well-es...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 4d

Weekly K-Pop Round-Up: JISOO x ZAYN and QWER Shine with New Singles

We’re back with another Weekly K-Pop Round-Up, and while this week brought just a couple of releases, both came from big names who delivered quality m...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 4d

Weekly Korean Hip-Hop/R&B report

Welcome back to another week of our Korean Hip-hop and R&B report! With traditional festivities in full swing, it’s been a relatively quiet week—but t...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 4d

[Review] BABYMONSTER – WE GO UP

BABYMONSTER is back with new music in their second mini-album ‘WE GO UP’. After their bright and summery July comeback, the group returns with a brand...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 4d

[Review] TWICE – TEN: The Story Goes On

The girlies from TWICE are back with their latest album ‘TEN: The Story Goes On’. We’re beyond stoked because TWICE always delivers timeless bops. Let...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 5d

K-Variety Taster: Ggondaehee – A Show Where Generations Collide

In this edition of K-Variety Taster, we’re diving into a show where generations meet, clash, and connect, all through food and laughter. Let’s talk ab...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 6d

[Indie Pick] He_eul

We’re back with a new Indie Pick and this time we’re introducing the singer-songwriter He_eul. Let’s take a closer look!

His debut single ‘Moonrise’ ...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 7d

MV Rec: Kimrumm’s ‘fuzzy’ – A Colourful, Cute, and Chaotic Love Story

In this edition of our MV Rec, we’re diving into a music video where colour, heat, an overload of cuteness, and one very unexpected twist take over. L...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 7d

[Review] ONEWE – MAZE: AD ASTRA

The boys from ONEWE are back with their latest mini-album ‘MAZE: AD ASTRA’. We’re super stoked, because we’re expecting top quality bops. Let’s dive r...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 8d

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 8d

Our Half-Year Special is all about Korean indie, hip-hop & R&B! 🎶✨ We're diving into the best albums & EPs of 2025 so far—and why they moved us.

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Best Korean Indie, Hip-Hop & R&B Albums of 2025 (So Far) | Half-Year Special | DisKovery with a K

2025 has been a rich year for Korean indie, hip-hop, and R&B—and we’re here to celebrate it. In this half-year roundup, we share the albums and EPs that left an emotional mark, from genre-defying…

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 8d

[Review] Omniscient Reader: The Prophet

‘Omniscient Reader: The Prophet’ follows Kim Dok Ja, an unassuming temporary office worker and the only devoted reader of the obscure fantasy web nove...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 8d

[Review] HITGS – Things we love : I

The girls from HITGS are back with ‘Things we love : I’. This is the second release in the ‘things we love’ series. Let’s take a closer look!

Things ...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 9d

[Idol ID] Hearts2Hearts

Hearts2Hearts (하츠투하츠) is an eight-member girl group under SM Entertainment. They debuted on 24 February 2025 with the single album ‘The Chase’.

Name...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 9d

DisKovery with A K: September Highlights with Monsta X, Day6, ZEROBASEONE, Wendy & Wonstein

After a short break, DisKovery with A K is back, and we’re starting this new season with a monthly special packed full of September’s most exciting re...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 10d

Label Deep Dive: New Wave Records

In this edition of Label Deep Dive, we’re shining the spotlight on a hip-hop label that’s about to celebrate its 10th anniversary: New Wave Records.

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 10d

Weekly K-Indie Report

Welcome to this week’s K-Indie Report! In this series, we spotlight the freshest sounds from Korea’s vibrant indie scene. From rising stars to well-es...(cont.)

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