BLACKPINK 'DEADLINE' Album: Was it worth the wait?

About this episode

The episode features a discussion on Blackpink's latest EP 'Deadline', including reactions to its production and implications for the K-pop industry.

Host Tasha is joined by journalist Jeff Benjamin and Ashley from A3 Day Podcast in part two of their conversation about Blackpink’s latest EP, "Deadline" (released Feb 27). They share candid reactions to the five‑song project, the shift toward English‑language tracks, production choices (including controversial Dr Luke credits), how the solo releases compare, and what this release means for fans and the broader K‑pop industry.

People in this episode

Host: Tasha

Guests: Jeff Benjamin, Ashley

Topics covered

• BLACKPINK
• music review
• K-pop industry
• English-language tracks
• production choices

Keywords

• BLACKPINK
• Deadline
• K-pop
• music production
• EP review

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: A3 Day Podcast, K-pop

Books & works: Deadline

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