Diary Of A KPOP Introvert
@kpopintrovert.bsky.social
Lover of all things KPOP related AND adjacent. I like writing and music. Sometimes I post MV, variety and behind the scenes reactions.
WILD BLUE just GLITCHED! 🤯 My blog post is linked below, but it's a quickie so you can also just read the full post in the pic!
#WILDBLUE #Glitch #Jpop #NewMusic #Review #Choreography #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
#WILDBLUE #Glitch #Jpop #NewMusic #Review #Choreography #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
January 20, 2026 at 7:42 AM
WILD BLUE just GLITCHED! 🤯 My blog post is linked below, but it's a quickie so you can also just read the full post in the pic!
#WILDBLUE #Glitch #Jpop #NewMusic #Review #Choreography #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
#WILDBLUE #Glitch #Jpop #NewMusic #Review #Choreography #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Breaking down how #ENHYPEN transforming a vampire concept into an immersive universe is masterclass marketing, redefining comeback strategies. I'm diving into the details, why it works and what the risks are.
Read here: diaryofakpopintrovert.substack.com/p/enhypens-t...
#Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
#Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
ENHYPEN’s THE SIN : VANISH: The Architect of Obsession
How a Seven‑Way Remix and Voice Note Strategy Rewrote the Comeback Playbook
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January 20, 2026 at 3:53 AM
Breaking down how #ENHYPEN transforming a vampire concept into an immersive universe is masterclass marketing, redefining comeback strategies. I'm diving into the details, why it works and what the risks are.
Read here: diaryofakpopintrovert.substack.com/p/enhypens-t...
#Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
#Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
I’d like to introduce you to the intimate world of In Seong's "Crossfade:" This solo debut is a testament to the power of vulnerability and sincerity, but if you want to know why, read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#Inseong #Crossfade #SF9 #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
In Seong's "Crossfade:": Where Vulnerability Finds Its Volume
The Heartfelt Journey from Performance to Person
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January 18, 2026 at 4:22 AM
I’d like to introduce you to the intimate world of In Seong's "Crossfade:" This solo debut is a testament to the power of vulnerability and sincerity, but if you want to know why, read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#Inseong #Crossfade #SF9 #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Exploring the cinematic storytelling of ENHYPEN's "THE SIN : VANISH" has be tantalizing. The theme, this time, is more than just music with a concept; it's a fully realized world.
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#ENHYPEN #THESIN_VANISH #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
ENHYPEN's "THE SIN : VANISH": More Than Music, It's a Movie for Your Ears
A Cinematic Concept Album Where a Vampire Love Story Unfolds in a World of Public Scrutiny
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January 17, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Exploring the cinematic storytelling of ENHYPEN's "THE SIN : VANISH" has be tantalizing. The theme, this time, is more than just music with a concept; it's a fully realized world.
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#ENHYPEN #THESIN_VANISH #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
I’m exploring the abrasive beauty of ChRocktikal's "We Break, You Awake." This debut is as chaotic as it is comforting, and I'm here for it.
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#ChRocktikal #WeBreakYouAwake #KRock #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
ChRocktikal's "We break, you awake": Breaking the Mold, Waking the Scene
A Debut As Abrasive As It Is Beautiful, As Chaotic As It Is Comforting
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January 17, 2026 at 8:21 AM
I’m exploring the abrasive beauty of ChRocktikal's "We Break, You Awake." This debut is as chaotic as it is comforting, and I'm here for it.
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#ChRocktikal #WeBreakYouAwake #KRock #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Newer blog on MISAMO's "Confetti"! This song is too much fun, blending J-Pop, dance-pop, and theatrical pop. Loving this new stage-first identity! Check it out & tell me what you think!
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#MISAMO #Confetti #TWICE #Jpop #Kpop #NewMusic #Review #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
MISAMO's "Confetti": It's Your Turn to Take the Stage
A Theatrical Subunit Reframe Where Life Is Improvisation and Fandom Is Co-creation
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January 17, 2026 at 4:25 AM
Newer blog on MISAMO's "Confetti"! This song is too much fun, blending J-Pop, dance-pop, and theatrical pop. Loving this new stage-first identity! Check it out & tell me what you think!
open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#MISAMO #Confetti #TWICE #Jpop #Kpop #NewMusic #Review #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Bluesky - LIGHTSUM
LIGHTSUM's subunit takes on a BTOB classic! 🎶 I'm exploring their cover of "Beautiful Pain" and how they made it their own.
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#LIGHTSUM #BeautifulPain #BTOB #Kpop #CoverSong #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
LIGHTSUM's "Beautiful Pain": A Promise of What's to Come
Sangah, Chowon, and Juhyeon BTOB Cover Hints At a Promising Future
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January 17, 2026 at 2:08 AM
Bluesky - LIGHTSUM
LIGHTSUM's subunit takes on a BTOB classic! 🎶 I'm exploring their cover of "Beautiful Pain" and how they made it their own.
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#LIGHTSUM #BeautifulPain #BTOB #Kpop #CoverSong #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Exploring NCT Wish's "WISHLIST" and its message of hope, connection, & the power of believing in dreams, wrapped in harmonies. It's a mini-album that's perfect for late nights and hopeful mornings.
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#NCTWish #WISHLIST #NCT #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
NCT Wish's "WISHLIST": A Playlist for Hopeful Hearts
A Mini Dedicated to Hope, Connection, and the Power of Believing in Dreams
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January 16, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Exploring NCT Wish's "WISHLIST" and its message of hope, connection, & the power of believing in dreams, wrapped in harmonies. It's a mini-album that's perfect for late nights and hopeful mornings.
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#NCTWish #WISHLIST #NCT #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
ONEWE's "Ferris Wheel" is more than just a song, it's an invitation into their creative process. I'm exploring their demo-style releases, their commitment to openness and this extremely playable pre-release.
READ: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#ONEWE #FerrisWheel #KRock #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
READ: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#ONEWE #FerrisWheel #KRock #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
ONEWE's "Ferris Wheel": Finding Beauty in the Unfinished
A Polished Invitation to Explore the Band's Raw, Unfiltered Creative Process.
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January 16, 2026 at 4:34 AM
ONEWE's "Ferris Wheel" is more than just a song, it's an invitation into their creative process. I'm exploring their demo-style releases, their commitment to openness and this extremely playable pre-release.
READ: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#ONEWE #FerrisWheel #KRock #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
READ: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#ONEWE #FerrisWheel #KRock #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
I'm exploring LNGSHOT's "SHOT CALLERS" and their delicate balance of confidence and vulnerability. It's a promising debut that's definitely worth checking out.
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#LNGSHOT #SHOTCALLERS #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#LNGSHOT #SHOTCALLERS #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
LNGSHOT's "SHOT CALLERS": The Delicate Balance of Confidence and Vulnerability
Charting a Promising Course for the Future
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January 15, 2026 at 6:59 PM
I'm exploring LNGSHOT's "SHOT CALLERS" and their delicate balance of confidence and vulnerability. It's a promising debut that's definitely worth checking out.
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#LNGSHOT #SHOTCALLERS #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#LNGSHOT #SHOTCALLERS #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
I'm exploring ALPHA DRIVE ONE's "EUPHORIA" and its unique blend of electronic anthems and R&B moments. 🚗 Was it the K-Pop road trip you've been waiting for⁉️
Read my review: diaryofakpopintrovert.substack.com/p/alpha-driv...
#AlphaDriveOne #EUPHORIA #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Read my review: diaryofakpopintrovert.substack.com/p/alpha-driv...
#AlphaDriveOne #EUPHORIA #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
ALPHA DRIVE ONE's "EUPHORIA": Eight Strangers, One Horizon
A Journey of Unity, Intimacy, and Euphoric Arrival
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January 15, 2026 at 7:05 AM
I'm exploring ALPHA DRIVE ONE's "EUPHORIA" and its unique blend of electronic anthems and R&B moments. 🚗 Was it the K-Pop road trip you've been waiting for⁉️
Read my review: diaryofakpopintrovert.substack.com/p/alpha-driv...
#AlphaDriveOne #EUPHORIA #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Read my review: diaryofakpopintrovert.substack.com/p/alpha-driv...
#AlphaDriveOne #EUPHORIA #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
I'm not ready to say goodbye to "SERENADE" yet! I wrote a new article on my Substack sharing my lingering thoughts on DK & Seungkwan's album. Check it out:
open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#SEVENTEEN #세븐틴 #DK #승관 #SERENADE #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
"SERENADE" Unpacked: DK & Seungkwan's Album of Small Details and Big Truths
The Written Afterword to My Track-by-Track DxS Reaction
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January 15, 2026 at 12:06 AM
I'm not ready to say goodbye to "SERENADE" yet! I wrote a new article on my Substack sharing my lingering thoughts on DK & Seungkwan's album. Check it out:
open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#SEVENTEEN #세븐틴 #DK #승관 #SERENADE #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Just uploaded my reaction to DK & Seungkwan's "SERENADE"! 😭 Prepare for ALL the feels! Which song wrecked you the most? 📷 Watch & tell me!
youtu.be/4dTuyzv6PK0
#SEVENTEEN #세븐틴 #DK #승관 #SERENADE #Kpop #ReactionVideo #DiaryofAKPOPIntrovert
youtu.be/4dTuyzv6PK0
#SEVENTEEN #세븐틴 #DK #승관 #SERENADE #Kpop #ReactionVideo #DiaryofAKPOPIntrovert
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January 13, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Just uploaded my reaction to DK & Seungkwan's "SERENADE"! 😭 Prepare for ALL the feels! Which song wrecked you the most? 📷 Watch & tell me!
youtu.be/4dTuyzv6PK0
#SEVENTEEN #세븐틴 #DK #승관 #SERENADE #Kpop #ReactionVideo #DiaryofAKPOPIntrovert
youtu.be/4dTuyzv6PK0
#SEVENTEEN #세븐틴 #DK #승관 #SERENADE #Kpop #ReactionVideo #DiaryofAKPOPIntrovert
Exploring Chuu's "XO, My Cyberlove" and its take on modern love. It's a thoughtful and introspective album that's definitely worth a listen. Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#Chuu #XOMyCyberlove #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
#Chuu #XOMyCyberlove #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Chuu's "XO, My Cyberlove": The Signals and Softness of Modern Love in the Digital Realm
A track-by-track exploration, where emotions glitch, reboot, and reassemble.
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January 12, 2026 at 3:05 AM
Exploring Chuu's "XO, My Cyberlove" and its take on modern love. It's a thoughtful and introspective album that's definitely worth a listen. Read my review: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#Chuu #XOMyCyberlove #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
#Chuu #XOMyCyberlove #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Diving into CNBLUE's "3LOGY" as a newbie! After 10 years, they're back with a new album showcasing growth and versatility and offering an incredibly rich and inviting entry point for new listeners like me.
READ: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#CNBLUE #3LOGY #Kpop #BOICE #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
CNBLUE's "3LOGY": Worth the Wait?
A K-Pop Fan Dives into CNBLUE's New Album and Explores a Legacy
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January 9, 2026 at 7:03 AM
Diving into CNBLUE's "3LOGY" as a newbie! After 10 years, they're back with a new album showcasing growth and versatility and offering an incredibly rich and inviting entry point for new listeners like me.
READ: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#CNBLUE #3LOGY #Kpop #BOICE #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
I'm exploring Apink's "RE : LOVE" from a new fan's perspective. This album is a beautiful tribute to their 15-year journey.
Check it out: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#Apink #RELOVE #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Apink’s “RE : LOVE”: A New Fan’s Perspective on a Legacy Group
Nostalgia, Experimentation, and a Heartfelt Message to Fans
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January 8, 2026 at 2:29 PM
I'm exploring Apink's "RE : LOVE" from a new fan's perspective. This album is a beautiful tribute to their 15-year journey.
Check it out: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#Apink #RELOVE #Kpop #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Another new blog review this week! This time I'm exploring yesw8are's debut and their bold EDM stepout. Are they carving out their own space in the idntt universe?
Find out here: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#yesw8are #idntt #Kpop #EDM #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Find out here: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#yesw8are #idntt #Kpop #EDM #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Shifting Identities: yesw8are's Bold Debut in the Expanding idntt Universe
How Modhaus' Newest Unit is Carving Out Its Own Space
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January 7, 2026 at 7:16 AM
Another new blog review this week! This time I'm exploring yesw8are's debut and their bold EDM stepout. Are they carving out their own space in the idntt universe?
Find out here: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#yesw8are #idntt #Kpop #EDM #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Find out here: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#yesw8are #idntt #Kpop #EDM #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
New blog post! I'm diving into Jooheon's "光 (INSANITY)" and the way it explores the duality of being an artist. It's a raw and honest look at the pressures of fame and the creative process. Read: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#Jooheon #MONSTAX #Kpop #光 #INSANITY #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
#Jooheon #MONSTAX #Kpop #光 #INSANITY #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Jooheon’s “光 (INSANITY)”: A Post-Military Exploration of Madness and Light
A Deep Dive into the Many Facets of an Artist in One Album
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January 6, 2026 at 7:25 AM
New blog post! I'm diving into Jooheon's "光 (INSANITY)" and the way it explores the duality of being an artist. It's a raw and honest look at the pressures of fame and the creative process. Read: open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#Jooheon #MONSTAX #Kpop #光 #INSANITY #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
#Jooheon #MONSTAX #Kpop #光 #INSANITY #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
New on my blog✨: I'm talking about H1-KEY's "Not Like a Movie" and how it showcases growth and manage to shoehorn in my thoughts on the challenges and strengths of being a four-member K-pop group. open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#H1KEY #Kpop #NotLikeAMovie #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
#H1KEY #Kpop #NotLikeAMovie #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
H1-KEY's "Not Like a Movie" and the Curious Case of the K-Pop Quad
From Summer Heat to Winter Warmth
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January 6, 2026 at 3:41 AM
New on my blog✨: I'm talking about H1-KEY's "Not Like a Movie" and how it showcases growth and manage to shoehorn in my thoughts on the challenges and strengths of being a four-member K-pop group. open.substack.com/pub/diaryofa...
#H1KEY #Kpop #NotLikeAMovie #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
#H1KEY #Kpop #NotLikeAMovie #DiaryOfAKPOPIntrovert
Listened to a LOT of amazing B-sides in 2025 so I posted a vid of some of my favs. Check it out for some new music! What are some B-sides from 2025 that have been stuck in your head? Always looking for new music to check out! 👇
youtu.be/MNc869kFC3A
#kpop #asiapop #2025music #musicrecommendations
My 2025 B-Side Stash: 180+ Songs You Should Be Streaming in 2026
YouTube video by Diary of a K-Pop Introvert
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January 1, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Listened to a LOT of amazing B-sides in 2025 so I posted a vid of some of my favs. Check it out for some new music! What are some B-sides from 2025 that have been stuck in your head? Always looking for new music to check out! 👇
youtu.be/MNc869kFC3A
#kpop #asiapop #2025music #musicrecommendations
If the sound of my voice for more than 5 minutes triggers a need for your own therapy, the Substack version is a grate-free zone where you can process in writing:
diaryofakpopintrovert.substack.com/p/running-to...
🎁 Wishing you Happy Holidays and a New Year where love, and self-love, wins all!
🎁 Wishing you Happy Holidays and a New Year where love, and self-love, wins all!
December 26, 2025 at 4:28 PM
If the sound of my voice for more than 5 minutes triggers a need for your own therapy, the Substack version is a grate-free zone where you can process in writing:
diaryofakpopintrovert.substack.com/p/running-to...
🎁 Wishing you Happy Holidays and a New Year where love, and self-love, wins all!
🎁 Wishing you Happy Holidays and a New Year where love, and self-love, wins all!
New video! 💖 As the year winds down and the holidays roll in, I’m exploring self-love through the lens of IU’s music. In less than 2 years, I went from raw reaction to reflective mini-analysis—and this video is my way of celebrating that growth.
youtu.be/M4q7BGRw-gA
#IU #LoveWinsAll #HappyHolidays
#IU #LoveWinsAll #HappyHolidays
IU's "Love Wins All": Stepping Into My Universe: My Year-End Journey of Self-Acceptance
YouTube video by Diary of a K-Pop Introvert
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December 26, 2025 at 4:26 PM
New video! 💖 As the year winds down and the holidays roll in, I’m exploring self-love through the lens of IU’s music. In less than 2 years, I went from raw reaction to reflective mini-analysis—and this video is my way of celebrating that growth.
youtu.be/M4q7BGRw-gA
#IU #LoveWinsAll #HappyHolidays
#IU #LoveWinsAll #HappyHolidays
New video essay alert! I'm diving into the feels with ATEEZ's Wooyoung & Yeosang's cover of Jimin and V’s "Friends." From trainee days to ride-or-die besties, their story is everything. Watch it here: youtube.com/shorts/A7rLV...
#ATEEZ #Wooyoung #Yeosang #BTS #Kpop #Friendship #VideoEssay
ATEEZ's Wooyoung & Yeosang: A Decade of Friendship in One BTS Cover
YouTube video by Diary of a K-Pop Introvert
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December 1, 2025 at 7:59 PM
New video essay alert! I'm diving into the feels with ATEEZ's Wooyoung & Yeosang's cover of Jimin and V’s "Friends." From trainee days to ride-or-die besties, their story is everything. Watch it here: youtube.com/shorts/A7rLV...
#ATEEZ #Wooyoung #Yeosang #BTS #Kpop #Friendship #VideoEssay
What's your take on Jurin's "PS118"? Is it a bold new direction for her as an artist or the? 🤔 I break this amazing song down in my latest video essay short! Check it out and let me know what you think!
#JurinAsaya #Rapsody #PS118 #XG #JURIN #Videoessay
youtube.com/shorts/5bDbE...
Jurin Asaya's "PS118" feat. Rapsody: A Cosmic Anthem of Self #videoessay
YouTube video by Diary of a K-Pop Introvert
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November 21, 2025 at 10:06 PM
What's your take on Jurin's "PS118"? Is it a bold new direction for her as an artist or the? 🤔 I break this amazing song down in my latest video essay short! Check it out and let me know what you think!
#JurinAsaya #Rapsody #PS118 #XG #JURIN #Videoessay
youtube.com/shorts/5bDbE...
New review alert! 🚨 I'm dissecting Bang Ye-dam's 'Against All,' focusing on his vocal prowess and the song's intricate instrumental layers.
youtube.com/shorts/iK-cd...
#BangYedam #AgainstAll #kpop #videoessay
Bang Ye-dam's "Against All": A Ballad of Perseverance
YouTube video by Diary of a K-Pop Introvert
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November 21, 2025 at 10:04 PM
New review alert! 🚨 I'm dissecting Bang Ye-dam's 'Against All,' focusing on his vocal prowess and the song's intricate instrumental layers.
youtube.com/shorts/iK-cd...
#BangYedam #AgainstAll #kpop #videoessay