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The K M.E.A.L @thekmeal.bsky.social · 18h

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 · 1d

[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 · 1d

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

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 · 1d

[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 · 2d

[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 · 2d

[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 · 2d

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 · 3d

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 · 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

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 · 4d

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 · 5d

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

[Offstage] Staff Stuff

We’re back with a new Offstage and this time we’re taking a look at the work of Staff Stuff.

Staff Stuff is a creative studio where companies, idol g...(cont.)

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

Music Bank Lisbon 2025: A Star-Studded K-pop Spectacle We’ll Never Forget

Earlier this year, another Music Bank was announced. After the incredible time we had at Music Bank Antwerp last year, we knew we had to join the tick...(cont.)

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

[Time Capsule] SECHSKIES – COUPLE

We’re back with a new Time Capsule and this time we’re sharing ‘Couple’ by iconic boy band SECHSKIES.

This version of ‘Couple’ was released in 2016 ...(cont.)

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

Medicube AGE-R Booster Pro: My Final Review After 1 Year of Use

After almost a year of testing the Medicube AGE-R Booster Pro, I’m finally ready to answer the big question: is it really worth the hype and investmen...(cont.)

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

MV Rec: So Soo Bin – Someday We Will

We’re back with a brand new music video recommendation and this time we’re sharing ‘Someday We Will’ by So Soo Bin.

First of all, the vocals are heav...(cont.)

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

[Review] IZNA – Not Just Pretty

IZNA is back with brand new music in their second mini-album ‘Not Just Pretty’. After performing the title track at Music Bank in Lisbon, anticipation...(cont.)

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

[Review] Secret: Untold Melody— A Love Beyond Time

In this week’s movie review, we dive into a film where love, fate, and time intertwine through the power of music. ‘Secret: Untold Melody’, based on J...(cont.)

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

[Review] CHEN – Arcadia

EXO’s CHEN is back with new music in his 5th mini-album ‘Arcadia’. As he continues to grow as a soloist, CHEN has gifted fans incredible music with a ...(cont.)

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

[Review] S.Coups X Mingyu – Hype Vibes

S.Coups and Mingyu from SEVENTEEN teamed up for the mini-album ‘Hype Vibes’. I’m super stoked and ready to party! Let’s go!

Hype Vibes

We start off ...(cont.)

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

[R&B Gem] Junguk

We’re back with a brand new R&B Gem and this time we’re introducing Junguk.

Junguk debuted in 2018 under the stage name OVIT.

In 2019 he relea...(cont.)

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

Weekly K-Indie Report

We’re back with our Weekly K-Indie Report! Let’s take a closer look at all of the indie releases from this past week.

After Thoughts released ‘Say Th...(cont.)

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

Monthly K-Hip-Hop/R&B DisKovery – September ’24

We are back with a new Monthly DisKovery, and this time we’re spotlighting an indie R&B singer who completely charmed us with her stunning vocals.

Th...(cont.)

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