Interviews

Explore a featured selection of my interview work below.

[Exclusive Interview] Dailog on Cantabile: “What do I want to say?”

In recent years, Dailog has slowly begun to rewrite its own story. As he continued releasing music under his own name, the questions guiding his creative process also changed subtly: he started to pay closer attention to what he wanted to say and how his own daily experiences could become the foundation of “Dailog.”

In this special interview, Dailog opens up about his thought process behind creating the yearning melody of romantic songs and his recent EP, Cantabile, which echoes the question, “...

Interview: YOON SAN-HA Shares Story Behind 'NO REASON'

YOON SAN-HA has spent the last few years stepping into new versions of himself.
Since his solo career began in 2024 with his first mini-album, DUSK, he has continued to explore his artistic identity through a series of solo releases and acting projects, each adding a different perspective on his personal growth.
Nearly a year after CHAMELEON, YOON SAN-HA returned on May 20 with NO REASON, an album that helped him pinpoint what it means to grow as an artist and realize the importance of accepting...

Interview: Billlie Discuss Their Debut Album and Evolution

Returning with the mission of leaving the past behind can take artists a huge amount of courage.
As Billlie continues to value that fearless energy in their music, the collective soul and unconsciousness: chapter two guides the group one step closer toward embracing growth. As they told Sweety High over Zoom, “all answers have been within us all this time.” Following the release of their dreamy pre-release track “cloud palace ~ false awakening” in January, we reconnected with Billlie to share th...

[INTERVIEW] ZELO Returns With “Cola Comigo” - A New Era Into ‘NEXT CHAPTER’

ZELO returned from the military with his latest single, “Cola Comigo” on March 31. The track holds deep emotions of longing, initiated by his desire to greet his fans through music. Built around many breakthroughs of reflection, ZELO came back with a South American rhythmic flow, carrying with it the meaning of trust.


Through the words that ZELO put down on paper, a clear sense of appreciation for the person he has become and the artist he continues to grow into surfaces. He takes us behind t...

[Exclusive Interview] KEYVITUP Sets Sights on “The Rookie of the Year” and Discusses Their Debut EP

Comprised of five members: Taehwan, Hyunmin, Sena, Jaein, and Rukia, KEYVITUP officially debuted on April 8 with their self-titled debut EP, “KEYVITUP.” As a relatively young group stepping into the industry, they’ve set out to boost their confidence and prepare to open the next doors that follow happiness. All while having their eyes set on “The Rookie of the Year.”

Over Zoom, the members spoke about their debut EP and their future ambitions for the “connected doors” ahead.

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[Exclusive Interview] XEN on “F KILLER”: “I Wanted to Show the Process of Finding Your Own Honest Answer”

“F: KILLER” captures a reflection of emotional maturity – For XEN, that choice comes from the ambition of valuing himself. In conversation with KpopWise, XEN opens up about his growth as a solo artist, staying honest to his silky vocals and building a musical path that feels fully his own.

"F: KILLER" Audio

XEN: Thank you so much for loving “F: KILLER” and congratulating me on the release. It actually made me think that I need to keep moving forward and work even harder. While preparing for th...

[Exclusive Interview] Meet Emmy-Nominated Journalist Clint Edwards in a K-Pop Conversation

People who want to start in the journalism industry often imagine a very structured career path. However, Washington-based Emmy-nominated video journalist and FOX 13 Seattle “K-Pop Catch Up” host Clint Edwards proves otherwise.

The creator of the YouTube series “Fan Service” has a background in film and photography. Edwards reflected on his unexpected path into journalism – transitioning between fandom to professional reporting and developing his own storytelling voice. Through self-produced in...

[INTERVIEW] Naomi Watanabe: Global Fans’ Perspective Gave Me Confidence

On December 14, Naomi Watanabe was honored with the ‘Global Groundbreaker Award’ at the Unforgettable Gala 2024.Japanese comedian and actress Naomi Watanabe recently hosted her first English-language stand-up comedy show in the US. Her one-night special in New York sold out so quickly that the second show added to the schedule also sold out.While many have anticipated her upcoming projects, Asia Lab chose to recognize her amazing comedic personality with an award that shakes the ground — ‘Global...

[INTERVIEW] Mike Angelo Joins the Unforgettable Gala 2024 as a Presenter

Thai actor and singer Mike Angelo joined the annual celebration, Unforgettable Gala 2024 on December 14. Bringing an upbeat, humorous energy that matched Naomi Watanabe, honoring the contagious laugh she brings to her audiences on stage, and presenting her with the ‘Global Groundbreaker Award’.Asia Lab, sponsor and partner, recognized Mike Angelo’s cross-cultural work and extended an invitation. Representing Asia Lab as a press journalist, we had the opportunity to talk with him about his though...