Author Archives: Xxxtine

About Xxxtine

The main Canuck here I (sometimes) give a different perspective. I used to be 'read only' but you can actually hear me via POP 88 on 8Asians podcasting sister site Popcast88.com. Always trying to find that right balance between fluff and substance, I tend to focus my interests in discovering different perspectives. Look forward to hearing (and perhaps seeing) things you wouldn't anywhere else. Current vice and embarrassingly obsessed with: Kpop group AFTER SCHOOL

POP 88 #30 – Still Around

Posted on March 22, 2009 by Xxxtine

Hey Everyone, Apologizes for the delay in getting this episode out. I explain all in the podcast so please listen. Some new and old tracks played in this episode including new/ established artists The Shinbi and HybRefine. As always if … Continue reading →

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POP 88 #29 – Exclusive POP 88 T-Shirts Have Arrived!

Posted on February 16, 2009 by Xxxtine

But you have to join the POP 88 Social Network and become a member for your chance to get one in our monthly giveaway! This episode brings you the latest from Fly to the Sky and Namie Amuro. I announce … Continue reading →

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POP 88 #28 – Welcome Soompi Radio Club

Posted on February 9, 2009 by Xxxtine

BIG NEWS — I’m now syndicated with Soompi Radio Club! You can now listen and chat along with other listeners over at the IRC @ Rizon Network channel #soompi.radio. I’ll update this post once I know the time slot. In … Continue reading →

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Hot K-pop: After School

Posted on January 25, 2009 by Xxxtine

A lot of blogs out there seem to be following K-pop jailbait: the Wonder Girls and Big Bang Seungri’s abs have been written about by Perez Hilton, and SNSD — also known as Girls’ Generation — has been covered by … Continue reading →

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POP 88 #27 – Kollaboration 9 Ticket Giveaway

Posted on January 18, 2009 by Xxxtine

Hello Everyone! Happy New Year! POP 88’s first episode of 2009 brings you new music from Tenjochiki, Stanley Huang and Teriyaki Boyz. Hear me review some of the films I saw over the holidays and fangirl over Korea’s newest girl … Continue reading →

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On DramaFever and International Distribution Licenses

Posted on January 8, 2009 by Xxxtine

Those who frequent Kpop gossip blogs may already know that drama addicts Stateside can now enjoy high quality streaming of English-subbed Asian dramas thanks to DramaFever. The site’s current catalogue is exclusively Korean, but are engaged in conversation with various … Continue reading →

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POP 88 #26 – FAVs of 2009

Posted on December 31, 2008 by Xxxtine

Happy New Year Everyone! This year end special of POP 88 brings you my personal favorites of 2008. I really tried to be diverse, and made every effort not to repeat songs I’ve already played this year. It is, however, … Continue reading →

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POP 88 #25 – Non-Stop Xmas/ Winter Mix

Posted on December 23, 2008 by Xxxtine

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, everyone! Enjoy the latest holiday releases from your favorite Japanese and Korean singers. (It’s weird, but I couldn’t find any holiday music from any Chinese artists.) This show plays music from some artists I’ve never … Continue reading →

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Secrets of the Kung Fu Temple: Shaolin Inc.

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Xxxtine

Premiering this coming Thursday, December 18 at 10PM ET/PT on the National Geographic Channel is Secrets of the Kung Fu Temple. Although the documentary is a good overview of the current state of Shaolin in 2008 its misguided title should … Continue reading →

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YouTube Friday: Moulann Covers Katy Perry’s Hot N Cold

Posted on November 28, 2008 by Xxxtine

Just for the sole reason she does covers so well, here is the latest clip from Toronto-based singer/ songwriter Moulann doing Katy Perry’s Hot N Cold. Even though she has quite the strong internet following, she puts up clips of … Continue reading →

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POP 88 #24 – Reel Asian Film Festival

Posted on November 24, 2008 by Xxxtine

Brr, is it cold enough for you? (If you’re on the northeastern seaboard, that is.) Hopefully to warm you — or at least your ears — up, here is some new music from Anna Tsuchiya, Chemistry and Park Jung Ah. … Continue reading →

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Masa’s Jpop vs Kpop vs USpop Mash-Ups

Posted on November 10, 2008 by Xxxtine

Ernie’s recent post on Mr. Sassy’s rendition of Mariah’s Touch My Body inspired me to finally get this post written. For those who listen to POP 88 may already be familiar with one of my favorite DJ’s whom I discovered … Continue reading →

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