K2K: Korea to Kentucky

By popular demand, we finally went back and checked out some older A.C.E MVs! 👀💜 Sarah hadn't seen these before, so Megan had to introduce her to Take Me Higher, Savage, and My Girl . And honestly... we had a LOT of thoughts. 😂 We love discovering older K-pop songs and getting to experience them together for the first time, so thank you guys for pushing us toward these! Let us know what oth...

MINHO is making things HOT! 🔥 We kick off this episode by reacting to MINHO's “Make it hot” music video , then head to Spotify to listen through the rest of his new MAKE IT HOT EP ! We're talking visuals, concept, performances, favorite tracks, standout moments, and our overall thoughts on the project. And, naturally, we finish things off with our K2K Mic Drop Rating! 🎤 Did MINHO bring t...

Y’all KNOW we had to check out anything new from our BTS! 😂💜 We’re back with a quick reaction to “Merry Go Round”, and of course, we loved the song, the visuals, and the whole video! There’s just something about getting to see the boys together again that makes us happy. 🥹💜 So grab your headphones, hang out with us, and enjoy the reaction! Thanks so much for watching and hanging out with us!...

MONSTA X is back with THE PHASE! 🖤🔥 In this episode of K2K: Korea to Kentucky , we react to the music videos for "MAGIC" before listening through and reviewing the rest of MONSTA X's new EP, THE PHASE . We talk about our first impressions of the "MAGIC" videos , including the visuals, concept, choreography, styling, and overall vibe, before heading to Spotify to listen to...

We’re back with another album listen, and this one is a little bittersweet.  Today we’re listening to The Rose’s latest album, ROSE — their final album before their upcoming hiatus. And honestly… we loved it. ❤️ The Rose have such a unique way of creating music that feels emotional, cinematic, and incredibly personal, and ROSE was no exception. From the very first track to the final song, we found...

We are absolutely SPEECHLESS after listening to TAEMIN’s newest EP, PHASE 1: SOFT VIOLENCE . This album is a complete masterpiece. From the production to the vocals and the overall artistry, Taemin created something so beautiful that honestly felt more like a piece of art than just an album. 🥹✨ Megan even said this could be one of her favorite albums of the year! 👀 We also reacted to the MVs fo...

We were NOT ready for Junhee. 😭🔥 Today on K2K, we're diving into Junhee’s new MVs “LA LA LA LUNE” and “GET OUT” , then listening to the entire LOVE METHOD album! And honestly… we were SO impressed. Junhee is such a talented artist, and this album had us hooked from beginning to end. The production, vocals, emotion, and overall vibe?? We loved it. 💗 And as for the “GET OUT” MV … let’s just s...

WayV is back with their 8th mini album, Vision Wings ! 🪽 In this episode of K2K: Korea to Kentucky , we react to WayV's new music video before listening to and reviewing the full Vision Wings mini album. We discuss our first impressions of the music video, including the concept, visuals, choreography, styling, and performance , before diving into the album and talking about our favorite track...

In this episode of K2K: Korea to Kentucky , we watch and react to the official music video for DAYOUNG's "Flirty" featuring Jay Park . We talk about our first impressions of the song and music video, the visuals and styling, choreography, the chemistry between DAYOUNG and Jay Park, and all of the moments that caught our attention. 🎤 In this episode: "Flirty" MV reaction DA...

Hyolyn is back! 🔥 In this episode of K2K: Korea to Kentucky , we react to her new music video "ChecK" before listening to and reviewing her latest album, OringaLyn . We break down our first impressions of the "ChecK" MV , including the visuals, concept, choreography, styling, and overall vibe, before diving into OringaLyn and discussing our favorite tracks, standout moments, a...

💜 KARD IS BACK... AND WE LOVED EVERY SECOND OF THIS ALBUM! 💜 In this episode of K2K: Korea to Kentucky , we're reacting to KARD's latest release, "Where To Now? Pt.2: NOWHERE" and watching the music video for "Back to Life." This album was such an incredible listen from start to finish. KARD has always had a unique sound, and this full-length album reminded us exactly...

Jaehyun is BACK! ❤️🔥In today's reaction, we're checking out **Jaehyun's new single "99 Degrees,"** his first release since being discharged from his military service. We have missed his incredible voice, effortless charisma, and stage presence, and it was so exciting to see him back!"99 Degrees" takes a more stripped-back approach with a beautiful piano-driven arra...

In this episode of K2K: Korea to Kentucky , we react to BTS' latest music video, "Normal," and share our honest thoughts on the visuals, concept, choreography, and overall production. We discuss: Our first impressions of the "Normal" music video The visual storytelling and artistic direction Choreography and standout performance moments What makes this release unique Our of...

This week on K2K: Korea to Kentucky, we welcome writer, producer, and director Gregory Pellerito for a conversation about his film Moments of Youth. Gregory shares the story behind the film's creation, the challenges and rewards of independent filmmaking, and the inspiration that drove the project from idea to screen. We also dive into some personal questions, learn more about his creative jou...

☀️💎 SHINee is back and bringing all the summer vibes! In this episode of K2K , we're reacting to SHINee's new MV "Atmos" and listening to the tracks from the new Atmos album. From the nostalgic, feel-good energy to the effortless charm that only SHINee can deliver, we had such a great time experiencing this release together. As longtime fans of these legends, it's amazing to...

Eric Nam is back, and we are so here for it! 😆 "Miss Me More" is the perfect mix of petty, honest, and way too relatable. We had such a great time watching this MV together, talking through the lyrics, and enjoying another amazing release from Eric. We're even more excited for his upcoming album, Confessions of a Lonely Heart, dropping October 2nd! 🎉Also, Eric... if you're read...

🎶 Corti - "Blue Lips" Reaction 🎶 We're checking out Corti's "Blue Lips" and honestly... this is the poetry reading song of the project. 😆 With its cool, laid-back vibe and slower pace, "Blue Lips" shows a different side of the guys that we really enjoyed seeing. Short, sweet, and full of atmosphere, this track definitely stands out! 💙 What did you think of...

Today we’re reacting to all THREE music videos from LONGSHOTS and Jay Park and honestly… these were such a fun watch 😭🔥 The vibes of these MVs felt so natural and carefree, almost like hanging out with friends and watching a vlog unfold in music video form. It made everything feel really authentic and fun to watch! And can we talk about how WELL Jay Park fits with the group?? The chemistry felt...

We finally sat down to listen to and review 4SHOBOIZ Vol. 2: 4SHOVILLE by LONGSHOTS and Jay Park and honestly… this was SUCH a fun listen 😭🔥 The vibes, the energy, the production — we really enjoyed this mixtape and had a blast reacting to it together! From hype tracks to songs that instantly got stuck in our heads, this project kept us entertained the whole way through 👀 Also!! Don’t forget to...

🔥 Taeyong is officially BACK and we are OBSESSED. In this video, we react to NCT Taeyong’s explosive new MV “WYLD” along with the classy performance video for “Storm” — and wow… this comeback came in LOUD. From the intense visuals and experimental sound to the choreography and pure charisma, Taeyong delivered a bold new era that had us completely hooked. We also talk about the meaning behind the...

In this episode of K2K: Korea to Kentucky , we react to CORTIS’ Vanity Fair Hot Seat interview , where they reveal “uncomfortable truths” and answer some surprisingly chaotic questions. We discuss: Our favorite and funniest moments Unexpected answers and reactions Group chemistry and personalities Overall thoughts on the interview If you enjoy K-pop interview reactions, variety content, and idol d...

🏇✨ DERBY & OAKS SPECIAL EPISODE ✨🏇 We’re diving headfirst into all things Kentucky Derby & Kentucky Oaks just days before the big races! This episode is a mix of history, personal stories, and… a LOT of horse talk (you’ve been warned 😆). We get into Kentucky’s deep roots in horse racing—from breeding and sales to pedigrees—and break down some basic racing terms along the way. Later, w...

In this episode of K2K: Korea to Kentucky , we react to BTS’s music video for “Hooligan” from their latest album ARIRANG . This MV stood out immediately for its intense visuals, strong concept, and cinematic execution . We discuss: First impressions of the “Hooligan” music video Visual storytelling and direction Cinematography and editing Performance highlights Our overall thoughts and K2K Mic Rat...

In this episode of K2K: Korea to Kentucky , we react to P1Harmony’s latest album “UNIQUE” , starting with the music videos for “Unique” and “L.O.Y.L” before listening to the full project. We discuss: First impressions of both music videos Visual direction, concepts, and performance The overall sound and evolution of the UNIQUE album Standout tracks and unexpected moments Our official K2K Mic Ratin...

In this solo episode of K2K: Korea to Kentucky , Sarah reacts to BTS’s “2.0” from the ARIRANG album. This music video brings strong old-school K-drama gangster vibes , paired with impressive cinematography, choreography, and storytelling . In this episode, Sarah discusses: First impressions of the “2.0” music video The K-drama-inspired concept and visuals Camera work and editing style Choreography...