Epik High are elemental to Korean hip hop. DJ Tukutz, Mithra Jin and Tablo’s underground style boom bap beats with dexterous rapping helped bring this music from its underground roots to a global scale. On their latest release, Epik High Is Here Part I, the textures are subdued but paired with heavy drums and aggressive vocals, a contrast that matches our co ... Show More
Jun 5
How a sci-fi dystopia became a personal utopia (ft. Arc Iris)
A sci-fi ballet imagined a 2080 where AI strips people of purpose, and the day before its New York premiere, an actual dystopia arrived. Arc Iris, the trio of Jocie Adams, Zach Tenorio and Ray Belli, built iTMRW as a concept record set in a future ruled by a mega-corporation that ... Show More
13m 2s
Jun 2
Why bands give us purpose (ft. MUNA)
A culture that rewards easily consumable individual identities produces plenty of pop stars and almost no bands. A significant exception: MUNA, the trio of Katie Gavin, Josette Maskin, and Naomi McPherson. MUNA treats the band as a structure that grounds identity beyond the ego a ... Show More
52m 19s
Dec 2019
Ep. #35 | Top Kpop Songs of the 2010s // Theme of the Week
Ready for the biggest K-Pop review of the year? Thanks to YOUR helpful input, Eric was able to curate a list of the top K-Pop songs from the past decade. Let’s reflect on the best of the best from artists like 2NE1, SNSD, Big Bang, Hyuna, Psy, and many more! Also, listen to Eric ... Show More
32m 58s
Feb 2022
Introducing: Authentic: The Story of Tablo
Korean hip hop star, Tablo, was at the height of his career in 2010. His group, Epik High, was beating out Jay-Z and Kanye on the international charts while rapping mostly in Korean. Then, his whole life came to a screeching halt when a viral rumor ballooned out of control.
Host ... Show More
39m 2s
Jun 2023
Episode 337: 337_Radio Style Playlist_01_Jun_2023 (Special AJ Roadtrip Mix 1)
<p>Welcome to our radio-style playlist, where we blend the best of R&B, Latin Oriental, and Pop Dance to create an electrifying sonic experience. Get ready to embark on a musical journey that transcends genres and captivates your senses. Our carefully curated selection featur ... Show More
1h 2m
<p>In this episode we’re recommending different rap songs that will get you hyped. These songs include Where I’m From by Jay-Z, I Know by YG, Poochie Gown by Gunna & more.</p>
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<p>List of Songs Discussed </p>
<p>•Where I’m From</p>
<p>•Kobe</p> ... Show More