Episode 9 – 2016 K-Pop Awards

Episode 9 – 2016 K-Pop Awards

Author: Pop Unmuted December 22, 2016 Duration: 33:56
On the final K-Pop Unmuted episode of 2016, Stephen Knight and Scott Interrante are joined by Gabriel Wilder to look back at the year. They each give out three awards to songs, artists, and albums that impressed in 2016 including Best Parody Song, Sluttiest Choreography, and Best All-Girl Reggae Song.

Hosts Stephen Knight and Scott Interrante bring their deep musical knowledge and genuine fandom to K-Pop Unmuted, a series that treats Korean pop with the serious, joyful analysis it deserves. This isn't about surface-level news or gossip; it's a thoughtful dive into the albums, artists, and industry movements that define the genre's relentless evolution. Each episode feels like a conversation between experts who are also ardent fans, unpacking production choices, thematic concepts, and cultural impact without losing sight of the music's inherent fun. As part of the broader Pop Unmuted family, the podcast benefits from a consistent philosophy of treating popular music as a legitimate art form worthy of critique and celebration. Listeners will find themselves hearing familiar tracks in new ways, introduced to overlooked gems, and gaining a richer understanding of the creative machinery behind one of the world's most dynamic musical landscapes. Tune in for a nuanced, engaging, and deeply informed take that goes far beyond the headline.
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