K-ALL

Angel and Lauren
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Welcome to K-ALL, the podcast that connects fans to the full spectrum of Korean music, from K-Pop hits to indie gems. Hosted by K-music expert Angel, each episode features lively conversations with artists, insiders, and fans worldwide. Whether you're a longtime K-Pop stan or new to Korean music, K-ALL is your interactive hub for music news, behind-the-scenes stories, and thoughtful interviews that celebrate Korean artistry and connect the global fandom. Join the discussion and discover the music that moves us all. Find us on our socials! Instagram: @KallPodcast TikTok: @KallPodcast YouTube: K-All Podcast

  1. 1 day ago

    Making BTS "Arirang": Inside BTS: The Return with Director Bao Nguyen

    BTS: The Return — How the Netflix Documentary Was Made | Interview with Director Bao Nguyen How do you capture the return of the world's biggest band through a deeply personal, cinematic lens as they redefine their identity? In this episode of K-ALL, host Angel sits down with celebrated director Bao Nguyen (The Greatest Night in Pop, Be Water) to go deep behind the scenes of his massive Netflix documentary, "BTS: The Return." Bao reveals how he established instant trust with the members, why he compared BTS and ARMY to The Odyssey, the hilarious story behind V’s personal nickname for him ("Bao Wow"), and the emotional, raw discussions that took place behind closed doors as the septet reunited in Los Angeles to record Arirang. We dive deep into how the members themselves spearheaded the creation of ARIRANG—specifically highlighting how Namjoon (RM), Yoongi (Suga), and Hobi (j-hope) led the group musically through intense creative debates, Jimin's profound emotional self-awareness in the recording booth, Jung Kook's unwavering identity as a pure vocalist, Jin's heroic effort to balance exhaustion with his signature goofy warmth, and V's deep exploration of musical freedom. Whether you're a casual viewer or a die-hard ARMY, this exclusive insider look will completely change how you watch the film! FOLLOW BAO: https://www.instagram.com/baomnguyen/ https://x.com/baomnguyen FOLLOW K-ALL AND ANGEL: https://www.instagram.com/nojamsjournaling/ https://www.instagram.com/kallpodcast/ https://x.com/kallthepodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@kallpodcast #BTS #ARIRANG #btsthereturn #army #RM #JHope #SUGA #Jungkook #Jimin #V #JIN #Netflix Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 2 Jul

    Inside a BTS Album: Ken Lewis on Mixing 50+ BTS & Solo Tracks (Dark & Wild, Love Yourself, Proof)

    Welcome back to K-ALL! In this exclusive interview, host Angel sits down with legendary Grammy-winning producer, mixer, and engineer Ken Lewis. With 116 gold and platinum records, 80 Billboard Hot 100 #1s, and over 50 billion streams, Ken is the sonic mastermind behind some of your absolute favorite tracks. Ken dives deep into his 12+ year history working with BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan), from mixing their groundbreaking first studio album Dark & Wild to collaborating on massive solo projects with RM, SUGA/Agust D, and j-hope. Discover the untold stories behind the music, including RM’s studio visit the day after his historic United Nations speech, the chaotic environment where "Interlude: Shadow" was mixed, and how working with J. Cole on Born Sinner paved the way for BTS's "Born Singer." Inside The Episode: 𖦹 The "Interlude: Shadow" Emergency: Ken reveals how a literal fire forced him to evacuate his penthouse and mix SUGA's hit track in a makeshift kitchen studio overlooking the ocean in Ecuador. 𖦹 RM's Historic Visit: The incredible 24 hours when RM went straight from addressing the United Nations General Assembly to cutting vocals and mixing the Mono EP at Ken’s house. 𖦹 The "MAMA" Crisis: Discover why j-hope's Wings solo was a nightmarish challenge for Ken to mix. 𖦹 The Ultimate Hidden Track: Why Ken names the ultra-rare, deeply emotional track "Ocean" ("Sea") as his absolute favorite BTS mix of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. 23 Jun

    Writing with RM: A.Chic Breaks Down BTS’s ARIRANG (NORMAL, SWIM, Like Animals)

    Discover what it's like to write with RM on BTS's Comeback Album: 'ARIRANG' Welcome back to K-ALL! In this episode, host Angel sits down with the brilliant A.Chic, a Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping visionary and one of Spotify’s "Songwriters to Watch for 2026." From shaping tracks for Jennie to co-writing the soundtrack of the year, A.Chic’s pen is changing the global music landscape. But her biggest assignment yet came when she was handpicked as "the chosen one" to collaborate directly with RM (Kim Namjoon) for BTS's highly anticipated return. After an initial high-pressure studio session where A.Chic jokingly thought RM hated her, she received a 3:30 AM phone call that changed everything: RM didn't just want to keep working with her—he wanted her to clear her schedule to help him anchor the emotional heart of ARIRANG. Moving their sessions to an open-air house in Santa Monica, a profound trust was born. RM found a rare, safe creative sanctuary in A.Chic, allowing him to pull back the curtain on the intense pressure of the group's legacy, their time away, and his fear of losing their deep connection with ARMY. Moving past the ego, they stepped into "sister mode" and "compassion mode," locking arms to co-write a flawless five-track run: "SWIM," "NORMAL," "Like Animals," "Body to Body," and "Hooligan." FOLLOW A.CHIC: https://www.instagram.com/ayyechic/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ayyechic1 https://x.com/ayyechic FOLLOW K-ALL AND ANGEL: https://www.instagram.com/nojamsjournaling/ https://www.instagram.com/kallpodcast/ https://x.com/kallthepodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@kallpodcast #BTS #ARIRANG #SWIM #ARMY #RM #Jungkook #Jimin #V #JHope #SUGA #JIN #Songwriting #HOOLIGAN #KPOP #BodyToBody#NORMAL #LikeAnimals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. 2 Jun

    Derrick Milano on Writing BTS 'ARIRANG' & CORTIS Hits! | "SWIM," "Hooligan" & "REDRED"

    Grammy-winning songwriter and producer Derrick Milano joins host Angel on K-ALL to reveal how a secret Los Angeles studio session with BLACKPINK's Jennie and Lisa unexpectedly paved the way for him to co-write six massive hits on BTS's monumental return album, ARIRANG. In this exclusive deep dive, Derrick takes us completely behind the scenes of his work with both powerhouse groups. He breaks down the precise moment Big Hit's A&R team heard his work for Jennie and asked the ultimate question: "Do you have anything for BTS?" Derrick pulls back the curtain on the creative process behind the Billboard Hot 100 #1 hit "Swim," the hard-hitting anthem "Hooligan," and the out-of-this-world track "Aliens." He shares what it’s really like to be in the studio with RM, j-hope, Jung Kook, and legendary producer Pdogg. From playing the exact moment his raw vocal ad-libs were kept in "Merry Go Round" with SUGA to detailing BTS's strict studio lunch rules and unwavering humility right out of the military, this interview is packed with untold stories every music fan needs to hear. FOLLOW DERRICK MILANO: Instagram TikTok X FOLLOW K-ALL AND ANGEL: Instagram Instagram for K-ALL X TikTok #BTS #ARIRANG #SWIM #ARMY #RM #Jungkook #Jimin #V #JHope #SUGA #JIN #MusicProduction #HOOLIGAN #KPOP #MerryGoRound #NORMAL #Aliens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. 22 May

    ONE OR EIGHT Interview: BTS Inspiration, "Tokyo Drift" & Headlining the Super Bowl?

    In this exclusive K-ALL interview, Angel sits down with the rising global Japanese group ONE OR EIGHT right before their sold-out show at Racket NYC! The multi-talented members—Neo, Ryota, Tsubasa, Reia, Mizuki, Yuga, Souma, and Takeru—open up about their challenging survival show roots, their intense training period in Korea, and the deep meaning behind their "all or nothing" name. We dive deep into their musical roots, including naming BTS, Michael Jackson, and ONE OK ROCK as their ultimate performance inspirations. The group also breaks down what it was really like working with legendary choreographer Nick Joseph on their debut track "Don't Tell Nobody." Plus, the group shares the wild story behind their track "KAWASAKI" with Big Sean (including a surprise appearance from his dad on set) , the viral success of their "Tokyo Drift" sample , and their massive future dreams—from selling out Zepp tours to headlining the NFL Super Bowl halftime show! Full Transcript available on V13.net: https://v13.net/2026/05/one-or-eight-interview-bts-inspiration-tokyo-drift-headlining-the-super-bowl/ #JPop #ONEOREIGHT #1OR8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. 13 May

    How BTS "ARIRANG" Was Made: NITTI on Producing "One More Night" "Into The Sun & "FYA"

    From Bad Bunny to Bangtan Sonyeondan (BTS), Ricky (NITTI MUSIC) is redefining what it means to be a global producer. Fresh off the success of BTS’s ARIRANG, Ricky sits down with Angel to discuss the three Billboard Hot 100-charting tracks that changed everything. This episode explores the eclectic production of “FYA,” the soul-searching “One More Night,” and the cinematic finale “Into The Sun.” But the story behind the interview is just as remarkable: a K-ALL Reel about BTS’s connection to gospel music bridged the gap between Angel and Ricky, leading to a profound conversation on faith, creativity, and the “insane” talent of the BTS members. Dive into stories of Flume’s experimental stems, V’s natural “band-mate” energy, and the hidden “vocals” Jimin left behind in an unreleased ARIRANG track. We also discuss the emotional impact of seeing 50,000 fans in Mexico City sing BTS’s tracks a cappella and how Ricky’s personal faith journey became the foundation for his success. #BTS #ARIRANG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. 16 Apr

    BTS Director Park Junsoo: Filming BTS since Debut to Chapter 2 | COO Retopia Salon Interview

    The man who has filmed BTS for 13 years speaks out. In this exclusive K-ALL interview, Angel sits down with Park Junsoo, the C.O.O. of Retopia Salon and the visionary director behind BTS’s most iconic documentaries. From their 2013 debut days on MTV's Channel Bangtan to the global phenomenon of Burn the Stage, and now the Chapter 2 solo era—including Jungkook’s "I AM STILL," Jimin’s "Production Diary," Suga’s "Road to D-DAY," and RM’s "Indigo Magazine Film"—Director Park has captured the most raw and authentic moments of the members' lives. We dive deep into the making of the hit series "Are You Sure?!" with Jimin and Jungkook, the technical secrets of filming the D-DAY tour, and why Director Park chose to leave a legacy at HYBE to build a new future for K-Pop fans at Retopia Salon. 0:00 – Meet BTS Director & Retopia Salon COO Park Junsoo 0:55 – Working with BTS in 2013: Channel Bangtan (Rookie King) 2:19 – Why Burn the Stage remains a masterpiece of sincerity 4:03 – Retopia Salon: Why authenticity is the future of K-Pop 6:09 – Directing the Solo Era: Jungkook, Jimin, RM & Suga 9:19 – Experimental Directing: Jimin’s Production Diary (Fly on the Wall) 11:37 – Suga’s Road to D-DAY: The struggle vs. the triumph 15:08 – Technical Secrets: Filming the disappearing D-DAY stage 16:47 – RM’s Indigo Magazine Film & Global Collaborators 19:01 – Monuments: Beyond the Star: A 10+ Year Legacy 22:11 – The Importance of Quiet Moments: Why off-stage footage matters 25:07 – "Are You Sure?!" – When the plan goes out the window 28:17 – Then vs. Now: How BTS has changed since debut 31:07 – Jun-soo’s Ultimate Goal for Retopia Salon 34:02 - Jun-soo Reveals Close Bond With EL CAPITXN 34:43 – Final Message to Fans Interpretations: Haye Lee 🔗Follow Angel https://www.youtube.com/@K-AllPodcast https://www.instagram.com/nojamsjournaling/ https://www.instagram.com/kallpodcast/ https://x.com/kallthepodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@kallpodcast?lang=en 🔗 Follow Retopia Salon https://www.instagram.com/retopia.salon/ https://www.retopiasalon.com/Home https://x.com/retopiasalon https://www.youtube.com/@4gyomoim#BTS #방탄소년단 #RETOPIASALON #INTERVIEW #btsarmy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. 29 Mar

    EL CAPITXN Interview | "Breaking Through" with TXT TAEHYUN and BTS with SUGA on SUCHWITA

    Ahead of his highly anticipated single "Breaking Through," legendary HYBE producer EL CAPITXN sits down with Angel for an exclusive, unfiltered look at his transition from the studio to the stage. Just two days after his New York concert, EL touched down at Korean Cultural Center New York to share his artistry. From writing a "diss track" 24 hours before his New York concert to address SNS rumors , to the decade-long bond with TXT’s Taehyun , EL CAPITXN isn't holding back. He shares the perseverance of meeting Jeremy Zucker without knowing English, the spontaneous song leak with GOT7's Yugyeom while the singer is in the military, and the real reason he was eating so much on SUGA’s Suchwita. FULL ENGLISH TRANSCRIPT HERE: https://www.thebangtandatabase.com/post/interview-el-capitxn-on-breaking-through-with-txt-s-taehyun-and-finding-love-again Ahead of his highly anticipated single "Breaking Through," legendary HYBE producer EL CAPITXN sits down with Angel for an exclusive, unfiltered look at his transition from the studio to the stage. Just two days after his New York concert, EL touched down at Korean Cultural Center New York to share his artistry. From writing a "diss track" 24 hours before his New York concert to address SNS rumors , to the decade-long bond with TXT’s Taehyun , EL CAPITXN isn't holding back. He shares the perseverance of meeting Jeremy Zucker without knowing English, the spontaneous song leak with GOT7's Yugyeom while the singer is in the military, and the real reason he was eating so much on SUGA’s Suchwita. EL CAPITXN is a renowned K-POP producer and DJ. He is the CEO of Vendors Production, a leading K-POP production company, and one of the most influential music producers and DJs in South Korea. Widely known for his work with HYBE and his songwriting contributions to BTS, EL CAPITXN has played a defining role in the evolution of modern K-pop, helping shape its global sound and impact. Credits: Production: Angel Polito (K-ALL) Interpreter: Haye Lee (K-ALL Team) Korean Translations: Vendors Team English Translations: Holly Paik (K-ALL Team) #ELCAPITXN #엘캐피탄 #BTS #Suga #TXT #Taehyun #JeremyZucker #Suchwita #Kpop #BreakingThrough #HYBE #AgustD #IU #tripleS #PLAVE #KpopProducer #KALLPodcast #TakeTwo #Daechwita #ELCAPITXN_WORLDTOUR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome to K-ALL, the podcast that connects fans to the full spectrum of Korean music, from K-Pop hits to indie gems. Hosted by K-music expert Angel, each episode features lively conversations with artists, insiders, and fans worldwide. Whether you're a longtime K-Pop stan or new to Korean music, K-ALL is your interactive hub for music news, behind-the-scenes stories, and thoughtful interviews that celebrate Korean artistry and connect the global fandom. Join the discussion and discover the music that moves us all. Find us on our socials! Instagram: @KallPodcast TikTok: @KallPodcast YouTube: K-All Podcast

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  • Creator
    Angel and Lauren
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    54
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Angel and Lauren

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