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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 14h

[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 · 20h

[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 · 1d

[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 · 1d

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 · 2d

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 · 3d

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 · 3d

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 · 3d

[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 · 4d

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 · 5d

[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 · 6d

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 · 6d

[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 · 7d

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

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 · 7d

[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 · 8d

[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 · 8d

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 · 9d

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 · 9d

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 · 10d

K-Pop Single Round-Up: POW, FTISLAND and BAE173 Delight with New Singles

Another week, another dose of K-pop singles! This week was buzzing with high-profile comebacks, exciting debuts, and tracks that are already on repeat...(cont.)

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

Weekly Korean Hip-Hop/R&B report

It’s time for this week’s Hip-hop and R&B roundup! Whether you’re here for smooth beats, fire verses, or groundbreaking debuts, we’ve got something fo...(cont.)

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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 11d

Lee Si Hwan on ‘Pulv.’, Finding Comfort in Music, and Embracing His True Colors

Lee Si Hwan may only be a few years into his career, but his music already carries the depth of someone who has spent a lifetime chasing sound and emo...(cont.)

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