Katseye wants to be the biggest girl group on the planet
The Washington Post interviewed me to share my thoughts about Katseye and their relevance in the global pop market.
How The Korean Folk Song “Arirang” Ties In With BTS’ March Comeback
On March 20, BTS will make their long-awaited comeback with an album called “Arirang.” Since it was announced, fans and media have been speculating about the cultural significance of the title, the album cover possibly being an homage to a group of 19th century Korean students studying in the U.S., and whether the title hints at what kind of music listeners can expect on the upcoming record.
Go Away With … Henry J. Star
“Growing up in the American South as a mixed-race person made me acutely aware of the complexities of prejudice.,” said musician Henry J. Star. “This had a deep impact on my perspectives from a very young age. It has informed my creative voice in more ways than one.”
Bruno Mars and Rosé’s ‘APT.’ Is a Hit, But What Does the Song Mean? Lyrics Explained
The TODAY SHOW asked me to explain what Rosé and Bruno Mars’ Grammy-nominated ‘APT.’ means. So I did.
Go Away With … Tanner Beard
“Forth Worth has proven to be such a film-friendly spot,” said Tanner Beard, 41. “My family has a ranch just outside of Fort Worth close to the Mineral Wells area and it’s become like a back lot to explore ideas and stories for my company, Silver Sail Entertainment.”
Go Away With … ARKAI
As the duo ARKAI, violinist Jonathan Miron and cellist Philip Sheegog won a Grammy Award this year for their album “Brightside.” The electro-acoustic string duo vividly remembered how hard they worked for their first professional gig almost eight years ago in front of an audience that included global leaders.
ENHYPEN Share the Secrets of Their Seven Remix Albums: “The Sin : Vanish”
The members of ENHYPEN take us inside the lore and the production styles of their individual takes on “The Sin : Vanish” remixes. I interviewed the Korean group in an exclusive feature article for Rolling Stone magazine.
Go Away With … Shintaro Sakamoto
“I don’t think I’ve ever written songs while on tour, ” said “Yoo-hoo” musician Shintaro Sakamoto. “I compose music when I’m alone at home. As for lyrics, I sometimes think about them while traveling, sitting in a car or plane, but I always finish them when I’m back home by myself.”
Catch the Young: A Group of Rocking K-pop Idols “Evolve”
Ahead of next week’s full-length album release, “Evolve,” the South Korean rock group CATCH THE YOUNG sat down with me for an exclusive interview.
Go Away With … Marissa Chanel Hampton
“I have been several times and it would be a dream to film something there that would hopefully center the city as a main character,” said “It’s Not Like That” actor Marissa Chanel Hampton. “It’s beautiful. Also, the Uffizi Museum is a favorite of mine due to their extensive Botticelli collection.”
Why Isn’t More Being Done to Stop the Stalking of Jung Kook?
While it’s easy to blame the K-pop system for encouraging parasocial relationships between fans and idols, experts told me that the modern “celebrity machine” in general emboldens stalkers.
Go Away With … Irene Sofia Lucio
“Puerto Rico has the longest winter holiday season in the world,” said “Liberation” star Irene Sofia Lucio. “So it is very hard to beat a Puerto Rican Christmas. It is not a white Christmas with hot cocoa and PJs. It’s hot, loud and busy. You don’t cuddle by a fire, you go out to the beach or to the outdoor market, or to Old San Juan and likely run into live music.”
“Made in Korea”
Made in Korea doesn’t flinch in its portrayal of corruption by both the Korean government and its strongest ally, the U.S. military. Director Woo Min-ho presents a Korea where there are no heroes, but rather desperate survivors caught in the crosshairs.
Go Away With … Abbey Romeo
For Abbey Romeo, having her life featured on the Netflix reality show “Love on the Spectrum” was a way to show viewers that autistic people are not that different from individuals who are neurotypical.
What made ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ a cultural phenomenon
NPR invited me to talk about “KPOP Demon Hunters” on their “Here & Now” podcast.
Go Away With … Meaningful Stone
“Thailand is huge, but I personally love Chiang Mai, Pai and the southern islands,” said indie rock artist Meaningful Stone. “Thailand is, how should I put it, a place where sacredness and partying coexist. And since I love both, it’s a place I really need.”
15 Best K-Dramas of 2025, From ‘Made in Korea’ to ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’
The best K-dramas of 2025 tackle an array of relevant topics that made us cheer, scream, and cry this year. Get ready to binge. My latest for Teen Vogue.
Go Away With … Brian d’Arcy James
Brian d’Arcy James said that when he was a young actor, he couldn’t have imagined landing prominent roles in three major projects in one year. “You never really aim to try to orchestrate these kinds of things,” said James, who this year is promoting a film (“The Family McMullen”), a series (“The Copenhagen Test”) and an off-Broadway show (“Anna Christie”).”
10 Moments That Defined K-pop’s Huge Year
“Kpop Demon Hunters” ruled the world, Blackpink kept getting bigger, and new artists broke rules. My latest for Rolling Stone magazine.
“The Manipulated”
“The Manipulated” is a film-to-series adaptation of the 2017 action film Fabricated City. Both share the same creative (Park Kwang-hyun) and leading man (Ji Chang-wook).