An Album a Day

In this Special Episode, Ashley gives an overview of how glorified flashlights came to be within the Hallyu Wave. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Known as the first singing actor group of South Korea, Fantiago male actor group 5urprise had a short run in the pop scene. If ever OST was a concept in group form, these gentlemen would be it. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

The gentlemen delivered their first Korean EP and then continue with a series of non-album singles. How does it all come together for the entire discography? Listen and find out. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

After almost four years away, the boy band returns on a new label with new members and an attempt at bringing together their different musical styles. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

After a positive debut album almost a year later with their second studio album. With 12 tracks, the group had a large canvas to work with musically. Did it live up to the energy of their debut or did it surpass it? This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

5tion (Korean: ?? [ocean]) is a South Korean boy band who experienced its height of popularity during the early 2000s. At the time of this recording, the group continues most of its activities in Japan. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

4Ten (??, formerly POTEN ), currently stylized as 4TEN , is a South Korean girl group formed by Jungle Entertainment in 2014. Despite many years active, they have not had the opportunity to thrive. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In the last episode dedicated to the 4Minute discography, Ashley settles an internal dispute about the true longevity of the group. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Just as things appear to be gaining extra momentum for the group 4Minute, they released their final EP. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Continuing on the positive wave from their 2014 EP, Crazy released February 2015 to stand toe-to-toe with that well-received predecessor. 4Minute also tried their hand at contributing to the colors of the album from behind the mic. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In their fifth year as a group, 4Minute used their fifth EP as a statement that the K-pop world was theirs. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

The anniversary celebration continues with a simple social media contest. Listen for the directions, share your favorite episode information, and good luck! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Their 2012 EP placed them at the number 1 spot on the Korean charts, solidifying the group as one to watch. They continue gaining momentum with this boisterous EP. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

On Saturday, May 9, 2020, the audience of "An Album a Day" joined together for a live Q&A recording in celebration of the podcast's first anniversary. With over 5,000 unique listeners in just a year, Ashley had much to celebrate. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Well this wasnt anticipated... This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

With almost three years under their belts on the K-pop scene, the ladies of 4Minute return with new colors and a more mature appearance. Does this shift also reflect in the albums sound? This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Released April 5, 2011, the ladies dropped their first studio album. The project combined the efforts of a maxi-single and songs from their debut Japanese album, creating an eclectic second overall album in their discography. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

After nine months, 4Minute returned with their second EP in May 2010. Did they experience a Sophomore Slump? This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

South Korean girl group 4Minute was active from June 2009 until June 2016 under Cube Entertainment. The five-member lineup includes Son Jihyun, Heo Gayoon, Jeon Jiyoon, Kim HyunA, and Kwon Sohyun. Known for their edgy style, the dance-pop energy attracted the support of many female fans. In this episode, their debut EP is reviewed. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:...

GH Entertainment girl group 3YE (Korean: ????) debuted May 21, 2019, and consists of members Yuji, Yurim, and Haeun. With all the hoopla at the start of the year for 2019 rookies, how did this group fly completely under the radar?  This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Capitol and SM Entertainment boy band SuperM makes their fourth appearance on the show with today's special episode. After hosting a historic live stream concert, Ashley reflects on whether it was a step in the right direction for entertainment during the COVID-19 pandemic, choreography woes, and more. Read her real-time reactions at www.twitter.com/jinjuhallyufevr  This podcast uses the foll...

Ashley announces the return of Season 3 of An Album a Day and shares news of what to anticipate. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In this Season Finale the concept in which An Album a Day was built from, Great Moments in Production & Delivery, takes us through a brief look into the career of Korean American multi-hyphenate Jay Park. Season 3 of the show will begin April 27, 2020! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

The long-traveled path of this discography concludes in this episode. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

The departure of member Kim Young-jae lends space to the remaining two members to explore a more soulful sound on this studio album. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy