Podcasts about Arirang

Without even mentioning it by name, BTS sparked a major debate about the new best Asian pop music performance category at the 2027 Grammys with their bombshell decision last week not to submit music from their latest album, ARIRANG, at next year's awards show. On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith take a closer look at that decision and at the category, and what it will look like without BTS in it. We also discuss Madonna's new "Love Sensation" remix with Kylie Minogue, which the pair previewed with a WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 performance over the weekend before the song's arrival later this week. Plus: Ariana Grande's rep announced over the weekend that the pop star/actress plans to step back following the end of her Eternal Sunshine Tour, after Friday's release of her latest album, Petal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 4 long months, we finally got to it! An Arirang review is something we have been desperately wanting to do since it was released, and now we can finally talk about it. Come join us as we go track-by-track on the Arirang album, give our own analysis, talk about our favorite parts of each song, and also dive into discourse surrounding the release as a whole!

BTS's ARIRANG tour hits Chicago in 2026, but fans aren't only planning concerts—they're booking stem cell facials and regenerative treatments in Seoul. With Korea's medical tourism boom and ARMY's travel habits colliding, we unpack why Chicagoans are flying halfway around the world for a glow-up. Lydian Cosmetic Surgery Clinic City: Seoul Address: 836 Nonhyeon-ro, Sinsa-dong, Gangnam Website: https://www.lydianclinic.com/

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠ In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz breaks down the Recording Academy's response after BTS announced they will not submit their chart-topping comeback album ARIRANG for the 69th Grammy Awards in 2027. CEO Harvey Mason Jr. expressed sadness while defending the new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category as a means to expand recognition rather than segregate artists. BTS stated they hope music is judged by artistic merit, not region or language. Analytic Dreamz examines the controversy, voting details, BTS's Grammy history, ARIRANG's Billboard success, and the broader debate over representation versus segregation in global music awards.Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BTS le dijo que no a los Grammy. La banda surcoreana decidió no presentar su música a los premios de la Academia de Grabación a pesar de que se perfilaba que su álbum Arirang estaría entre los más nominados. La razón: para BTS la música debe escucharse y amarse sin divisiones por región ni idioma. Tal parece que por fin acaba de destrabarán las solicitudes de extradición hechas desde México a Estados Unidos. De acuerdo con cifras del gobierno, entre 2018 y 2026 se presentaron 269 solicitudes de extradición a Estados Unidos, de las cuales 233 continúan sin resolución.El drama por el proceso de selección 2026 en la UNAM continúa. Territorium Life encargada de la aplicación del examen de admisión enfrenta cuestionamientos pues solo colocó un supervisor humano por cada 150 aspirantes. La empresa pidió a la Comisión Técnica escuchar sus argumentos. México la está rompiendo en los Juegos Centroamericanos con 150 medallas acumuladas en 5 días de competencias y se nos viene el debut de una ciclista en el Tour de France. Te decimos de quién se trata. Para enterarte de estas y más noticias, suscríbete aquí a nuestro newsletter y síguenos en redes sociales. Estamos en todas las plataformas como Te lo cuento. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Lia and Megan as we yap as hard as Yoongi on a 10k jog about Busan. We cover FIFA, Arirang Europe, Bangtail High Tea, Fashion Choices, Normal Music Video drop, and more because at this point we just live in a purple-tinged hurricane. And no we're not mad about it.And remember--keep listening to Arirang top to bottom on your favorite streaming platform! And Come Over is now out on all platforms. Make sure to grab your copy on the iTunes Store. Also don't snooze on Normal! Watch, like, comment on the music video and add it to your playlists.Are your family and friends sick of you talking about K-drama? We get it...and have an answer. Check out our sister pod www.afternoonadelight.com for more episodes, book recs and social media goodness. And don't forget about the newest members of our network: Afternoona Asks where diaspora Asians living in the West find ways to reconnect to Asian culture via Asian/KDramas.Want to find more great BTS content? Head over to Afternoona Army for more takes on Bangtan life and links to our social media.

Wir würdet ihr die BTS-Konzerte in Europa so zusammenfassen? Welche Momente blitzen immer mal wieder vor eurem inneren Auge auf? Welche Gefühle lösen sie in euch aus und was machen wir nun mit den ganzen Erinnerungen? Diese und noch weitere Fragen beantworte ich euch in dieser Episode! Unrecherchiert, emotional und natürlich leicht chaotisch. Also alles wie immer!Ich würde mich freuen, wenn ihr mir eure Gedanken in die Kommentare schreibt! Die BTS "ARIRANG" WORLD TOUR in Europa (München, Paris, London, Brüssel, Madrid) ist zu Ende! Die Emotionen und Erinnerungen bleiben aber! Danke BTS und danke Eggplants ... für alles! I purple you! Eure Mincho Weiteren Content rund um BTS findet ihr auch hier: @ichbinmincho: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ichbinmincho?igsh=djdwOWNpYzk5dXV1⁠⁠⁠⁠@mostworstbtspodcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mostworstbtspodcast?igsh=cTV4ZHpkN2lvYzAy&utm_source=qr⁠⁠⁠OT3 - Kpop Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/ot3kpoppodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share⁠⁠⁠Hört auch gerne in den "Kennst du BTS?" Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/033Ey3sxPjUWHDpZE5oZqn?si=u0IHOFp5Sjue4-MVsMrR_w&utm_source=copy-link (Da ich es in der Aufnahme vergessen habe zu sagen: keine Werbung und alles gesagte ist rein meine Meinung - Aussagen sind unrecherchiert recherchiert)

Après sept ans d'absence des scènes françaises, le groupe de K-pop BTS a signé son grand retour à Paris, vendredi 17 et samedi 18 juillet. Le boys band coréen a livré deux shows spectaculaires au Stade de France devant des dizaines de milliers d'« Army », surnom donné à leurs fans.Entre 2022 et 2025, les sept membres du groupe phénomène coréen ont été contraints de réaliser leur service militaire, obligatoire en Corée du Sud. Le groupe s'est reformé en juillet 2025 et ces deux concerts parisiens sont une étape de leur tournée « Arirang », du nom de leur dernier album sorti en mars. Une tournée qui marque leur grand retour sur la scène internationale. Cet épisode de Code source est raconté par Pauline Conradsson, journaliste au service culture du Parisien. Elle a publié une série en cinq épisodes sur BTS et la K-pop.Écoutez Code source sur toutes les plates-formes audio : Apple Podcast (iPhone, iPad), Amazon Music, Podcast Addict ou Castbox, Deezer, Spotify.Crédits. Direction de la rédaction : Pierre Chausse - Rédacteur en chef : Jules Lavie - Reporter : Thibault Lambert et Marin Guillon Verne - Production : Clara Garnier Amouroux, Barbara Gouy et Marin Guillon Verne - Réalisation et mixage : Julien Montcouquiol - Musiques : François Clos, Audio Network - Archives : Bighit Music. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

The Korean superstar boyband is wrapping up the European leg of their Arirang album tour in the French capital before dates in North and South America. FRANCE 24 takes a look at the K-pop phenomenon's meteoric rise. 

We're back in business, guys!Come join us as we talk a little bit about what we were up to during our podcast's hiatus before diving into what happened while BTS was gone, as well as what's been going on now that Arirang era is in full swing!

*This episode was originally recorded on April 11th, 2026. Some information is outdated, and before attending the BTS Arirang tour live*We're back with our extravaganza to break down the album! Shay is back to help Simone talk about their favorites, producers and writers that participated, and their interpretation of each song.email - iwasthinkingpod@gmail.comSocial Media - IWasThinkNPodhttps://doolsetbangtan.wordpress.com/arirang/ https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260321/ancient-bell-sound-enters-bts-album-after-museum-chiefs-inspiration https://genius.com/Bts-swim-lyrics Zane Lowe Interview - https://youtu.be/LB01v___wO4?si=19kbYI9zUI5sehCd Studio Notes I Arirang - https://www.youtube.com/live/K0kr5E8AY6U?si=h99zkQAcrFpkCaa2 Swim MV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4iVv91Z6lY 2.0 MV - https://youtu.be/_gyultVTesk?si=meMUsxLWm_aUL3VX Jinwoo Park's TikTok videoshttps://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8gJjTpD/ https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8gJ9LEk/ 

*This episode was originally recorded on April 11th, 2026. Some information is outdated, and before attending the BTS Arirang tour live.*We're back with our extravaganza to break down the album! Shay is back to help Simone talk about their favorites, producers and writers that participated, and their interpretation of each song.email - iwasthinkingpod@gmail.comSocial Media - IWasThinkNPod⁠https://doolsetbangtan.wordpress.com/arirang/⁠ ⁠https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260321/ancient-bell-sound-enters-bts-album-after-museum-chiefs-inspiration⁠ ⁠https://genius.com/Bts-swim-lyrics⁠ Zane Lowe Interview - ⁠https://youtu.be/LB01v___wO4?si=19kbYI9zUI5sehCd⁠ Studio Notes I Arirang - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/live/K0kr5E8AY6U?si=h99zkQAcrFpkCaa2⁠ Swim MV - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4iVv91Z6lY⁠ 2.0 MV - ⁠https://youtu.be/_gyultVTesk?si=meMUsxLWm_aUL3VX⁠ Jinwoo Park's TikTok videos⁠https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8gJjTpD/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8gJ9LEk/⁠ 

絶賛開催中の北中米ワールドカップ。7月20日に開催される決勝戦では、ワールドカップ史上初となる「ハーフタイムショー」が予定されており、そこに、マドンナ、シャキーラと並んで出演するのが、ご存知「BTS」。BTSと言えば、兵役に伴う約４年の活動休止を経て、今年３月に見事カムバックしたのも記憶に新しいところ。今回は、決勝戦の予習も兼ねて、今年3月にリリースされたBTSのニューアルバム『ARIRANGアリラン』について、音楽ジャーナリスト高橋芳朗さんに解説して頂きます。 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BTS is back and so are we! Celebrate the BTS Comeback with Johnlocked, DrinkingCocoa, SundayDuck, Suspup and B, as we reflect on the band's post-military enlistment era from Festa 2025 until their official comeback in March 2026. And stay tuned for part 2, a deep dive into their new album Arirang!

We made it, ya'll. Your hosts Megan & Lia saw BTS PTD Las Vegas in 2022...and here we are 4 years, and 3,402 experiences later, catching them again on the Arirang Tour. Join us for an unscripted, unedited, uncensored chat about life, Stanford, Bay 2 Breakers, the universe, and Park Jimin's braids.DJ Spin That Shit!And remember--keep listening to Arirang top to bottom on your favorite streaming platform! And Come Over is now out on all platforms. Make sure to grab your copy on the iTunes Store and kkkkAre your family and friends sick of you talking about K-drama? We get it...and have an answer. Check out our sister pod www.afternoonadelight.com for more episodes, book recs and social media goodness. And don't forget about the newest members of our network: Afternoona Asks where diaspora Asians living in the West find ways to reconnect to Asian culture via Asian/KDramas.Want to find more great BTS content? Head over to Afternoona Army for more takes on Bangtan life and links to our social media.

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠ In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz breaks down BTS's major announcement: the release of their new song “Come Over” for 2026 FESTA. Set for global release on June 12, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. KST (9:30 a.m. IST / 12:00 p.m. PHT), the track celebrates BTS's 13th debut anniversary and marks a heartfelt reunion with ARMY after years of limited group activities. Analytic Dreamz explores the song's deep themes of vulnerability, longing, anticipation, reconnection, and acceptance. With powerful stadium anthem production, driving beats, rhythmic hand claps, distorted guitars, and a cinematic arrangement, “Come Over” delivers an emotional message about finding your way back to those who matter most. Suga co-produced the track, while RM and j-hope contributed to the songwriting. First previewed on the April 2026 Deluxe Vinyl Edition of the ARIRANG album, this June 12 digital release is positioned as one of the most meaningful moments of FESTA 2026. Join Analytic Dreamz for a full analysis of the lyrics, production, and BTS's ongoing return to full group activities, including their 2026 world tour and upcoming shows. This segment delivers everything ARMY needs to know about BTS's emotional comeback anthem. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

After a very long hiatus The Two KRSTNs are BACKKKK with a whopping 3 hour long episode on all things Arirang concert tour! We missed you all dearly!

Just a rundown of what we've been watching lately:On the big screen — the excellent horror streak rolls on with Obsession (48:27), plus our thoughts on The Mandalorian and Grogu (60:57) and whether Disney can still fix Star Wars.On streaming — our obsession with Widow's Bay deepens (05:05), and we also pay our respects to the series finales of Hacks (11:50), Euphoria (21:45) and The Boys (36:47) .Plus: Mel shares her first-hand experience of seeing BTS back on tour (02:53).Make sure you follow us on X for updates at @endslatepod and you can find our hosts on X, Letterboxd, Youtube, echos on their personal profiles:@mel_loz_@quarkhenares@ramondeveyra Also, make sure you join the Facebook community for a safe space to just really share what you love! https://facebook.com/groups/endslate

In this nearly two-hour episode, we discuss our experiences with nights 1 and 2 of the Tampa shows. Were you in Tampa, or have you gone to a different tour stop? Slide into our DMs or comment on this episode and tell us all about your experience! Our socials: Instagram: @girlzwithfunpod  Twitter:@girlzwithfunpod  Facebook: Girlz With Fun Podcast  

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, analytic dreamz breaks down the official main trailer for BTS World Tour 'ARIRANG' In Busan: Live Viewing, the global cinema broadcast event scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026.analytic dreamz explores how ARMY worldwide can experience the electrifying energy of BTS's historic Busan stage on the big screen in real time. This special live viewing event brings the full concert experience — powerful performances, stunning production, and collective fandom energy — directly to theaters across multiple countries.The segment covers trailer highlights, what to expect from the Busan concert broadcast, the significance of the ARIRANG World Tour, and why this cinematic event represents a major moment for BTS fans unable to attend in person. From production scale to global fan impact, analytic dreamz delivers a complete preview of this highly anticipated live cinema experience.Perfect for ARMY and K-pop fans looking forward to sharing BTS's unforgettable stage together on June 13. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cinemark BTS World Tour Arirang Popcorn Bucket and Cup: What We Know So Far

Hey ARMY! Your favorite Unnies here to shamelessly obsess about BTS!The Arirang album review continues! In part two, we finish out our track-by-track breakdowns of Swim, Merry Go Round, Normal, Like Animals, they don't know 'bout us, One More Night, Please and Into the Sun. We love this album so much and hope you've enjoyed our break down! We will be in Vegas this week so stay tuned for more to come from our experience in Borahaegas! Join us as we obsess over BTS and everything they have to offer!

In this episode, we discuss all things Arirang and comeback, as well our our reactions to the MV and Netflix Special! Thank you for your patience, and let us know your thoughts on social media ! Tune in next week for our Tampa concert recap! Our socials: Instagram: @girlzwithfunpod  Twitter:@girlzwithfunpod  Facebook: Girlz With Fun Podcast  

You ever see a “3 a.m. merch line” post and feel your blood pressure spike? That's where we start, because the BTS tour has turned basic concert errands into a full-on endurance event. We talk about what's happening at Stanford Stadium, why thousands of fans are lining up overnight, and how that kind of crowd energy spreads fast across TikTok, Instagram, and X, especially for anyone with concert anxiety or transportation worries.From there, we zoom out into the real mechanics of stadium shows: parking windows, gate timing, traffic flow, staffing, ADA access, and what happens when a venue underestimates how many people show up early for freebies, meetups, and community hangouts. We compare stories from other cities, including delayed entry and seating headaches, and we shout out Stanford's “Know Before You Go” approach as the kind of clear planning every stop should copy, especially with upcoming shows at places like Gillette Stadium.Then we get blunt about ticket resale scams and clickbait. We break down a headline claiming BTS tickets are “dropping,” the SeatGeek affiliate fine print, and the reality of “as low as” pricing that doesn't match what fans actually see on the map. Our message is simple: stop feeding scalpers, protect your budget, and use legit options like face-value exchanges, livestreams, or theater screenings when you need a safer alternative.If you're feeling the hype and the stress at the same time, hit play, then subscribe, share the episode with your concert group chat, and leave us a review. What's your number one rule for surviving a huge stadium show?Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagramBlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

After years of hearing about the BTS concert experience, Rick finally attended his first BTS show — and it did not disappoint. In this episode of Sigma Duocast, Rick breaks down his full VIP Soundcheck experience at Stanford Stadium for Day 2 of the BTS ARIRANG World Tour alongside his wife Salina, a massive BTS fan seeing her favorite group live for the first time..From parking chaos, sold out merch, and confusing stadium logistics… to unforgettable performances, surprise songs like DOPE and Blood Sweat & Tears, and one of the funniest restroom situations Rick has ever witnessed at an event — this episode covers all the good, bad, and hilarious moments from the trip.Rick also shares honest thoughts on the VIP experience, Stanford Stadium as a concert venue, ARMY fan culture, online fan controversy surrounding the Stanford shows, and why BTS still delivers one of the biggest live performances in music today.Authentic Conversations. Real Experiences. No Filters.

Jeff and Phil welcome back friend and filmmaker Bao Nguyen, director of the Netflix documentary BTS: The Return, which follows global pop supergroup BTS -- Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook -- as they reunite and record their highly anticipated comeback album Arirang. Bao talks about riding shotgun and spending the summer with the biggest band in the world; getting an intimate glimpse into the group's camaraderie, artistry, and unique dedication to their massive fanbase; and what it means for BTS to represent their nation and culture at this pivotal moment in their career. Also: The Good, The Bad, and The WTF of making BTS: The Return.

Hey ARMY! Your favorite Unnies here to shamelessly obsess about BTS!It's finally here! The Arirang album review has arrived, and it was SO good we literally could not fit it in one episode. In part one, we have track-by-track breakdowns of Body to Body, Hooligan, Aliens, FYA, and 2.0 accompanied by what went on behind the scenes & what went into some of the track list decision making. We also read out our initial late-night reactions to the album - no sleep and no filters, what could go wrong?We have proud mama moments on the heels of Mother's Day and you won't be able to guess what Jude's dog Miles' favorite Arirang song is during his butt drum sessions. And we can't forget about the completely rational discussion about Vegas table dancing. Join us as we obsess over BTS and part 2 will be on the way soon!

Hybe Entertainment anunció operativos contra productos no oficiales —o piratas— durante la gira “Arirang” de BTS por Norteamérica. Ante esto, vendedores ambulantes se reunieron y organizaron un bazar alternativo en otros puntos cercanos al Estadio GNP.Las bicicletas y los scooters eléctricos ya deberán emplacarse en la Ciudad de México, de acuerdo con el anuncio del Gobierno capitalino.Se detectó un caso de gusano barrenador del ganado en Topilejo, en la alcaldía Tlalpan, Ciudad de México.Estados Unidos e Irán se están acercando a un acuerdo para poner fin a la guerra. Al menos eso han reportado medios internacionales como CNN o Axios, de acuerdo con una fuente familiarizada con las negociaciones.Tres personas con sospecha de tener hantavirus fueron evacuadas por motivos médicos del crucero MV Hondius.Studio Ghibli ganó el Premio Princesa de Asturias de Comunicación y Humanidades 2026.En Francia, las universidades comenzaron a ofrecer comidas de tan solo un euro a todos los estudiantes.Para enterarte de más noticias, suscríbete aquí a nuestro newsletter y síguenos en redes sociales. Estamos en todas las plataformas como Te lo cuento. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A pop culture podcast with 3 people? Groundbreaking.Yes we head back to Runway to discuss this year's legacy sequel, The Devil Wears Prada 2 and ask ourselves if it loves up to its iconic prequel. Plus - catching up with The Pitt and DTF St. Louis, Beef S2, The Sheep Detectives, BTS' Arirang, and Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour. Gird your loins!Make sure you follow us on X for updates at @endslatepod and you can find our hosts on X, Letterboxd, Youtube, echos on their personal profiles:@mel_loz_@quarkhenares@ramondeveyra Also, make sure you join the Facebook community for a safe space to just really share what you love! https://facebook.com/groups/endslate

One tiny bite of egg turns into a full-body reality check. We talk through what it feels like when a food allergy shifts in real time, why experimenting alone is a bad idea, and how fast your brain goes from “I'm probably fine” to “Where's my phone to call 911?” Then we do what we do best: let music take over. We get into BTS obsession mode, including the hilarious moment a coworker's subconscious gets hijacked by merch dreams, and the even funnier part where our own BTS dreams show up with the wrong members despite a quiz swearing otherwise. We dig into why a truly great album becomes a daily companion, how your favorite track changes with your mood, and why the “back to their roots” versus “too westernized” debate misses the point when the artistry is clearly coming from more mature, lived-in emotions.We also branch out to other favorites, from T.O.P's intensely personal work and the baggage people project onto artists, to Mamamoo's comeback excitement clashing with the harsh math of US tour dates, travel, and midweek shows. And yes, we rant about concert smoke machines, migraines, and the chemical fog that can turn a night out into a recovery day.Hit play, share this with your music-obsessed friend, and leave us a five-star rating and review. What song are you replaying nonstop right now?Support the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagramBlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

Hey ARMY! Your favorite Unnie's here to shamelessly obsess about BTS!We recorded this back in February, fresh off the chaos of snagging Arirang concert tickets and have been saving it for a rainy or other random weather day. Now that the concerts have kicked off, see what we got right and what we got wrong and our full Ticketmaster good graces queue story. Side quests/tangents include: the quiet suffering of older siblings everywhere, the legend of Magic Man Jackson Wang, and spaghetti (yes, spaghetti!).Join us as we obsess over BTS in this time capsule episode!

BTS is back. The best selling K Pop group of all time has been on hiatus for four years. They haven't released an album in six. They were once the biggest band in the world. Can they regain their throne? Or has the world moved on. Leaning on traditional Korean sounds and a bevy of international producers, from Tame Impala's Kevin Parker to JPEGMafia, is their album Arirang the future or the past of K Pop? Hye Jin Lee, communications professor at USC and K Pop scholar, joins to break down the album's references and ponder how longtime fans will respond. Songs Discussed BTS - Body to Body Koreana - Hand In Hand Lee Chun-Hee - Arirang BTS - Hooligan Michel Magne - Yang Tse Kiang - Bande originale du film "Un singe en hiver" ROSALÍA - MALAMENTE - Cap.1: Augurio Prefuse 73 - The End of Biters - International BTS - Aliens Kim Young-gil and Yoon Ho-Se - Ajaeng sanjo - Jungmori BTS - FYA Junior Sanchez - Lookin 4 Love - Extended Mix BTS - No. 29 BTS - SWIM BTS - Merry Go Round Tame Impala - New Person, Same Old Mistakes BTS - NORMAL BTS - they don't know 'bout us The Four Freshmen It's A Blue World BTS - Paldogangsan BTS - No More Dream BTS and Zara Larsson - A Brand New Day Agust D - Haegeum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a brief hiatus, BTS re-establishes their place in global pop music while doubling down on troublesome relationship habits. Read the full review. If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

Korea recap, thoughts on the first concerts of. Arirang

Hey ARMY! Your favorite Unnie's here to shamelessly obsess about BTS!Fueled by dangerous amounts of caffiene, we break down the setlist, the fits, and the historic comeback at Goyang Stadium.We also discuss how husbands/partners are the real MVPs, confess that early morning online concerts hit different (and harder) than they did in our youth, oh - and pens may have been sacrificed in the making of this episode.Join us as we obsess over BTS!

En nuestro episodio 390 Christal Risol y El Watcher recomiendan los libros "The Knight and the Moth" (2025) escrito por Rachel Gillig, "When the Moon Hatched" (2024) escrito por Sarah A. Parker y "The Book of Azrael" (2022) escrito por Amberina Nicole en el segmento "Loot Semanal", brindan su "First Reaction" de los primeros episodios de la cuarta temporada de "Invincible" (2021) y conversan sobre su experiencia viendo "Spring Theory", el séptimo episodio de la segunda temporada de "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" (2023) en el segmento "Wachin' con Wacho!" y dialogan sobre todo lo relacionado a su experiencia en el "Live Viewing" de la presentación del "BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG'" que se llevó a cabo en el "Distrito VIP Cinemas".¡Se la diferencia en la vida de los niños de la Fundación de Niños de Puerto Rico! Aporta con tu donativo aquí: https://www.extra-life.org/participant/CulturaSecuencial¡Descubre la mejor manera de transmitir y grabar tu contenido! Comienza a usar "StreamYard" con nuestro "Referral Link" y obtén $10 de descuento: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5302337768259584¡Subscríbete a nuestro canal de YouTube! Visita: https://www.youtube.com/culturasecuencial¡Síguenos y Suscríbete a nuestro canal de Twitch! Visita: https://www.twitch.tv/culturasecuencial¡Síguenos en Instagram! Visita: https://www.instagram.com/culturasecuencial¡Síguenos en Facebook! Visita: https://www.facebook.com/CulturaSecuencial

BTS Arirang World Tour is officially here! BTS kicked off the Arirang World Tour last night in Goyang, South Korea, and from the opening number it was clear: this comeback is everything ARMY has been waiting for (and yes, water is wet — boy was there water). BTS also stopped by Hot Ones to take on the wings of death, and let's be real… did the final two standing surprise anyone? After years of a trickle, BTS content is straight-up Niagara Popo right now. It's good to be ARMY, y'all.Show notes:BTS on Hot OnesSwim Music Video2.0 Music VideoHooligans Music VideoAnd remember--keep listening to Arirang top to bottom on your favorite streaming platform!Are your family and friends sick of you talking about K-drama? We get it...and have an answer. Check out our sister pod www.afternoonadelight.com for more episodes, book recs and social media goodness. And don't forget about the newest members of our network: Afternoona Asks where diaspora Asians living in the West find ways to reconnect to Asian culture via Asian/KDramas.Want to find more great BTS content? Head over to Afternoona Army for more takes on Bangtan life and links to our social media.

En nuestro episodio 389 Christal Risol y El Watcher recomiendan el album "ARIRANG" (2026) de BTS, la segunda temporada de "Your Friends & Neighbors" (2025) y el videojuego "Shadow of the Tomb Raider : Definitive Edition" (2018) en el segmento "Loot Semanal", brindan su "First Reaction" de la película "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" (2026) y conversan sobre su experiencia viendo "Requiem", el sexto episodio de la segunda temporada de "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" (2023) en el segmento "Wachin' con Wacho!" y dialogan sobre todo lo relacionado a su experiencia en el "Puerto Rico Comic Con 2026".¡Se la diferencia en la vida de los niños de la Fundación de Niños de Puerto Rico! Aporta con tu donativo aquí: https://www.extra-life.org/participant/CulturaSecuencial¡Descubre la mejor manera de transmitir y grabar tu contenido! Comienza a usar "StreamYard" con nuestro "Referral Link" y obtén $10 de descuento: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5302337768259584¡Subscríbete a nuestro canal de YouTube! Visita: https://www.youtube.com/culturasecuencial¡Síguenos y Suscríbete a nuestro canal de Twitch! Visita: https://www.twitch.tv/culturasecuencial¡Síguenos en Instagram! Visita: https://www.instagram.com/culturasecuencial¡Síguenos en Facebook! Visita: https://www.facebook.com/CulturaSecuencial

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠Analytic Dreamz dives deep into Kanye West's (Ye) highly anticipated 2026 solo album Bully. Born in 1977 in Chicago, Ye began his career as a producer at Roc-A-Fella Records, contributing major work to The Blueprint before launching his own legendary run. His artistic evolution spans soul-sampled classics like 2004's The College Dropout, the Auto-Tune innovation of 2008's 808s & Heartbreak, and the industrial experimentation of 2013's Yeezus. With 24 Grammy Awards, Ye is celebrated for constant reinvention and polarizing creative shifts. Bully arrived on March 28, 2026, via YZY / Gamma as an 18-track project. The sound returns to heavy soul sampling with influences from Sam Cooke and The Supremes. Development included an early V1 version with AI-generated vocals in 2025, multiple delays from an original June 2025 target, and final re-recording with human vocals. The title draws from a comment by Ye's son and references to the Larry Clark film. Release featured listening parties and pre-save campaigns. Critical reception is mixed: production earns praise for its strongest soul chops and stadium hooks in years, yet many reviews describe the album as lifeless with weak lyricism and a lack of fresh artistic reset. Pitchfork scored it 3.4/10, with an Album of the Year critic average around 51/100. Commercially, Bully opened with approximately 117,000 first-week units for a Billboard 200 debut at #2, behind ARIRANG. It marks Ye's first solo album not reaching #1 since 2004 and the lowest opening of his career, though it extends his streak of 14 consecutive Top 2 albums. Streaming dominated with an estimated 50 million Spotify streams on day one, securing the biggest hip-hop streaming debut of 2026 and global #1 album status. Pure sales landed at a career-low ~20,000 units, reflecting the independent model with minimal traditional marketing and heavy reliance on fanbase and DSPs. Physical bundles sold via Yeezy.com. This segment explores the AI vocal controversy, the shift to streaming-first strategy, the production-versus-content divide, and what Bully reveals about Ye's ongoing career trajectory in 2026.  Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BTS: The Return provides an incredibly vulnerable and (mostly) unfiltered look at the next evolution of the Kpop superstars as they put together ARIRANG. Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice is generally passable but could've upped the game if it had a cast with more natural chemistry together.Find us at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.werewatchingwhat.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/werewatchingwhat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/thedhk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/thedhk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/thedhkmovies⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/werewatchingwhat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The K-pop group BTS—by many metrics, the most popular band of all time—had a meteoric ascent before its members were called away by mandatory South Korean military service. Now, nearly four years later, the group has returned with a new record, “Arirang.” On this episode of Critics at Large, Vinson Cunningham, Naomi Fry, and Alexandra Schwartz delve into the album as well as the live-streamed concert and documentary that have accompanied its release, both on Netflix. “Arirang” is being framed as a return to the group's Korean roots, albeit one that signifies a new, more mature era for its members, who are now in their late twenties and early thirties. The hosts consider BTS's meticulously crafted image and its relationship to its devoted followers, known as ARMY. Intense fandom is nothing new—just ask the Beatles—but K-pop stans are particularly invested in the lives (and livelihoods) of their favorite idols, even paying for the chance to message them directly. “This further privatization of what we call parasociality,” Cunningham says, “if that can be monetized and organized, it really is the final frontier of the pop star.”Read, watch, and listen with the critics:BTS's “Arirang”“BTS: The Return” (2026)“KPop Demon Hunters” (2025)Justin Bieber's “Swag”“The K-Pop King,” by Alex Barasch (The New Yorker)The music video for BTS's “Swim”“Judy Blume: A Life,” by Mark OppenheimerThe Beatles' “Let It Be”New episodes drop every Thursday. Follow Critics at Large wherever you get your podcasts.Critics at Large is a weekly discussion from The New Yorker which explores the latest trends in books, television, film, and more. Join us every Thursday as we make unexpected connections between classic texts and pop culture. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

BTS, one of the biggest groups in K-pop, is back. Arirang is the group's first full-length album following a hiatus in which the members released solo projects and served in South Korea's military. It's a brash, catchy comeback, with a mix of hip-hop, pop, and R&B. And like their previous hits, Arirang is bound to make a mark on the Billboard charts.  To access bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening for Pop Culture Happy Hour, subscribe to Pop Culture Happy Hour+ at plus.npr.org/happy.To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Journalist and editor Crystal Bell joins Russ from Seoul, South Korea to break down BTS' big comeback. Last week, the K-pop boy band released their first studio album in six years, Arirang, following each member of the group completing South Korea's mandatory military service. Crystal and Russ break down the album, BTS' live performance comeback and their new Netflix documentary BTS: The Return. Then they discuss BLACKPINK's recent EP, Deadline, and discuss how K-Pop has changed since both groups rose to prominence and helped to popularize K-Pop around the world. Read Crystal's cover story profile of Jung Kook in Rolling StoneRead Crystal's review of BTS: The Return in MashableFollow Crystal on InstagramSign up for updates about Louie's book, Queen! Icon! Legend!Join Pop Pantheon: All Access, Our Patreon Channel, for Exclusive Content and MoreShop Merch in Pop Pantheon's StoreFollow Pop Pantheon on InstagramFollow DJ Louie XIV on InstagramFollow Russ on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠Dive into the explosive return of BTS with their 5th full-length studio album Arirang, released March 20, 2026, ending a 3-year-9-month hiatus known as the “military white period.” In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz examines the unprecedented Day 1 dominance that redefined K-pop records.Physical sales soared to 3.98 million copies on Hanteo Chart in 24 hours—the highest first-day total in history—eclipsing BTS's prior first-week benchmark of 3.37 million from Map of the Soul: 7 in just one day. The album hit 1 million sales in only 10 minutes, marking the fastest million-seller ever on Hanteo.Streaming supremacy was total: all 14 tracks occupied #1–#14 on Spotify Global Daily Top Songs, led by title track “Swim” at #1 worldwide—a strong indicator for Billboard Hot 100 success. Apple Music logged its largest first-day streams for any pop group album. On iTunes, Arirang claimed #1 in 90+ countries, with “Swim” topping charts in 90 territories.Domestic Korean platforms (Melon, Bugs, Genie, FLO) experienced a full takeover, “Swim” at #1 and tracks like “Body to Body” at #2 filling top spots. The “Swim” music video trended #1 on YouTube Music in 70 countries, reaching 30 million+ views faster than any 2026 MV and earning 4.5–4.8 million likes in 24 hours—the most-liked video of the year so far.Critical acclaim followed: Rolling Stone (4.5/5) hailed it as “the biggest comeback ever,” spotlighting BTS's Korean identity via the traditional “Arirang” sample. Billboard praised vocal solidarity across generations and named “Body to Body” a standout. The Guardian (4/5) affirmed it as worthy of the world's most popular pop group.Analytic Dreamz dissects the synchronized ARMY mobilization driving this multi-platform sweep, the front-loaded consumption scale, and what it signals for BTS expanding dominance post-hiatus—not merely maintaining it. From sales history to global chart control, Arirang represents a record-breaking takeover.Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Diplo has created a global music empire built on instinct. The Grammy-winning DJ, producer, and artist, shares unfiltered stories from an unimaginable life - from street fights in Florida parking lots to sunrise sets at Burning Man and producing for global giants like BTS on their new album, “ARIRANG”. Diplo celebrates the diverse, cultural roots of his musical and creative philosophy, and the artists and life-changing performances that continue to inspire him after nearly three decades of making music - from Beyoncé's legendary Coachella set to witnessing Prince just before his death. Their conversation also takes a powerful turn as he reflects on the emotional highs and crashes of a life spent more than 200 days a year on the road - and recounts using music as both escape and release after learning his mother had passed away. From managing imposter syndrome and loneliness, to building a life of purpose and movement, Dan and Diplo examine what it takes to make people connect. For all the latest music, tour dates, and more go to Diplo.com and for Diplo's Run Club - DiplosRunClub.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Diplo has created a global music empire built on instinct. The Grammy-winning DJ, producer, and artist, shares unfiltered stories from an unimaginable life - from street fights in Florida parking lots to sunrise sets at Burning Man and producing for global giants like BTS on their new album, “ARIRANG”. Diplo celebrates the diverse, cultural roots of his musical and creative philosophy, and the artists and life-changing performances that continue to inspire him after nearly three decades of making music - from Beyoncé's legendary Coachella set to witnessing Prince just before his death. Their conversation also takes a powerful turn as he reflects on the emotional highs and crashes of a life spent more than 200 days a year on the road - and recounts using music as both escape and release after learning his mother had passed away. From managing imposter syndrome and loneliness, to building a life of purpose and movement, Dan and Diplo examine what it takes to make people connect. For all the latest music, tour dates, and more go to Diplo.com and for Diplo's Run Club - DiplosRunClub.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠Dive into the monumental return of BTS on Notorious Mass Effect with Analytic Dreamz. After completing military service and a multi-year hiatus, BTS unleashes their first full-group album in years: ARIRANG, dropping March 20, 2026. The title track "SWIM" delivers alternative upbeat pop vibes centered on resilience and moving forward, with RM leading lyrics that explore identity, growth, and universal emotions inspired by the traditional Korean folk song "Arirang."This episode breaks down the high-stakes comeback rollout: the historic March 21 concert at Gwanghwamun Square—livestreamed globally on Netflix to over 190 countries—marking their first full-group performance since 2022. Analytic Dreamz covers the emotional depth of the Netflix documentary BTS: The Return (premiering March 27), directed by Bao Nguyen, which chronicles their Los Angeles reunion, intense studio sessions, brotherhood, and the psychological pressures of reinvention after years apart.From massive fan demand spiking light stick resale prices and search volumes to the cultural significance of performing on Korea's historic "King's Road" stage, this segment highlights how BTS elevates from global entertainers to national symbols. Explore themes of honoring the past while forging a new path, the power of ARMY's economy, and the multi-platform event reshaping K-pop's global impact.Hosted by Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect—your source for in-depth analysis of music's biggest moments.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠⁠Dive into the monumental return of BTS on Notorious Mass Effect with Analytic Dreamz. After completing military service and a multi-year hiatus, BTS unleashes their first full-group album in years: ARIRANG, dropping March 20, 2026. The title track "SWIM" delivers alternative upbeat pop vibes centered on resilience and moving forward, with RM leading lyrics that explore identity, growth, and universal emotions inspired by the traditional Korean folk song "Arirang."This episode breaks down the high-stakes comeback rollout: the historic March 21 concert at Gwanghwamun Square—livestreamed globally on Netflix to over 190 countries—marking their first full-group performance since 2022. Analytic Dreamz covers the emotional depth of the Netflix documentary BTS: The Return (premiering March 27), directed by Bao Nguyen, which chronicles their Los Angeles reunion, intense studio sessions, brotherhood, and the psychological pressures of reinvention after years apart.From massive fan demand spiking light stick resale prices and search volumes to the cultural significance of performing on Korea's historic "King's Road" stage, this segment highlights how BTS elevates from global entertainers to national symbols. Explore themes of honoring the past while forging a new path, the power of ARMY's economy, and the multi-platform event reshaping K-pop's global impact.Hosted by Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect—your source for in-depth analysis of music's biggest moments.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠The latest Segment of Notorious Mass Effect has Analytic Dreamz exploring BTS's highly anticipated fifth studio album Arirang, set for release on March 20, 2026—their first full group project in nearly four years following the completion of mandatory military service by all seven members: RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook.Analytic Dreamz breaks down the animated trailer that symbolically links the album to a pivotal 1896 historical event: seven Korean students at Howard University who recorded the earliest known Korean audio in the U.S., including the first documented version of the traditional folk song "Arirang" on wax cylinders, now preserved at the Library of Congress. This story, reported in The Washington Post on May 8, 1896, involved students like Im Byung Goo and Ahn Jung Sik, supported by diplomat Suh Kwang Bum amid Korea's late-19th-century turmoil after the Sino-Japanese War and Queen Min's assassination.The album's 14 tracks draw from influences like trip-hop and old-school hip-hop, produced by Pdogg, Kevin Parker (Tame Impala), Flume, JPEGMAFIA, Mike WiLL Made-It, Ryan Tedder, and Diplo (executive producer on tracks including “Body to Body,” “FYA,” “Like Animals,” “One More Night,” and “Into the Sun”). The concept emphasizes maturity, cultural resilience, connection, distance, and reunion—echoing "Arirang" as Korea's unofficial anthem with over 60 regional variations.Visuals feature the members in formal suits inspired by early 20th-century portraits, mirroring the 1896 students. The promotional campaign, "What Is Your Love Song?", includes interactive installations and billboards in Seoul, New York, London, and Los Angeles.Post-release highlights include the Netflix-livestreamed comeback concert BTS The Comeback Live | ARIRANG on March 21, 2026, at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, plus the 2026 BTS World Tour: ARIRANG launching April 9 in Goyang, South Korea—spanning 82 shows across 34 cities on five continents, with North American stops in Tampa, Las Vegas, Baltimore, Toronto, Chicago, and Los Angeles.Analytic Dreamz analyzes how this comeback bridges BTS's global K-pop dominance with deep Korean heritage, marking a reflective evolution for the group.Tune in for a detailed cultural and musical breakdown of BTS's Arirang era.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠⁠The latest Segment of Notorious Mass Effect has Analytic Dreamz exploring BTS's highly anticipated fifth studio album Arirang, set for release on March 20, 2026—their first full group project in nearly four years following the completion of mandatory military service by all seven members: RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook.Analytic Dreamz breaks down the animated trailer that symbolically links the album to a pivotal 1896 historical event: seven Korean students at Howard University who recorded the earliest known Korean audio in the U.S., including the first documented version of the traditional folk song "Arirang" on wax cylinders, now preserved at the Library of Congress. This story, reported in The Washington Post on May 8, 1896, involved students like Im Byung Goo and Ahn Jung Sik, supported by diplomat Suh Kwang Bum amid Korea's late-19th-century turmoil after the Sino-Japanese War and Queen Min's assassination.The album's 14 tracks draw from influences like trip-hop and old-school hip-hop, produced by Pdogg, Kevin Parker (Tame Impala), Flume, JPEGMAFIA, Mike WiLL Made-It, Ryan Tedder, and Diplo (executive producer on tracks including “Body to Body,” “FYA,” “Like Animals,” “One More Night,” and “Into the Sun”). The concept emphasizes maturity, cultural resilience, connection, distance, and reunion—echoing "Arirang" as Korea's unofficial anthem with over 60 regional variations.Visuals feature the members in formal suits inspired by early 20th-century portraits, mirroring the 1896 students. The promotional campaign, "What Is Your Love Song?", includes interactive installations and billboards in Seoul, New York, London, and Los Angeles.Post-release highlights include the Netflix-livestreamed comeback concert BTS The Comeback Live | ARIRANG on March 21, 2026, at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, plus the 2026 BTS World Tour: ARIRANG launching April 9 in Goyang, South Korea—spanning 82 shows across 34 cities on five continents, with North American stops in Tampa, Las Vegas, Baltimore, Toronto, Chicago, and Los Angeles.Analytic Dreamz analyzes how this comeback bridges BTS's global K-pop dominance with deep Korean heritage, marking a reflective evolution for the group.Tune in for a detailed cultural and musical breakdown of BTS's Arirang era.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy