KRok Cast

Join us for our first Geniuses Behind the Scenes series, where we interview professionals from across the music industry who work behind the scenes. JJ Catalyst is an Emmy-nominated, Billboard #1 Mixing Engineer, who has worked with incredible artists like Papa Roach, Hollywood Undead, Connor Matthews, and our very own The Rose, just to name a few! 

We sat down with JJ to learn what it means to be a mixing engineer and he shares how he balances the technical and artistic aspects of mixing music. 

https://www.jjcatalyst.com/ 

Instagram: @jjcatalyst 

Artists mentioned by JJ Catalyst:

Keley Karter & the Heroines: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2mAAO54PkHr3NjdlRpzEDl?si=TTdOU-G-SNuNhkb9yrW1Kg 

Hollywood Forever by The Hollywood Undead: https://open.spotify.com/track/5CNopDW4B3IBlspdSmvjCh?si=51f18169477d40e2 

Links to Korean Bands Recommended:

Kave: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2ULfZAs05dyyWxznOPua14?si=54JfVfBNSoi2z0k3cLlClQ 

https://www.instagram.com/kave_official_/ 

Join us as we deep dive into the first two episodes of The Rose’s reality series, Photosynthesis. Anne and Kelly breakdown what we learned about The Rose through their real-life antics. 

(Disclaimer: We do not have Slimer in the studio with us, it is in fact Kelly with a chest infection!)

Photosynthesis Episode 1 Betting:  https://youtu.be/QucbenbAAGM?si=A3xC2Qw2NvsZj7Fb 

Photosynthesis Episode 2 Numerology: https://youtu.be/mP0fTLPx2TI?si=2B6T_ltfW62KnWrZ 

Follow The Rose:

Instagram:  @official_therose 

X: @TheRose_0803

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theroseofficial 

Join us as we dive into The Rose’s single album, Red. Listen as Anne and Kelly disagree on their feelings about the song, California. Will Kelly’s expert analysis change Anne’s mind about this song? Listen to find out!

Listen to Red on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/album/1ifwystmHNV1dbgLni1hNA?si=HYTUAgjNTh-jnSezjLeeFA 

Links to content discussed in the episode:

Billboard Magazine article:  https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/the-rose-interview-2019-future-8547135/ 

Earmilk article: https://earmilk.com/2019/10/08/the-rose-talk-going-unplugged-unscripted-and-red-interview/ 

After School Club: The Rose:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIVklN9VFGU&list=PLJAxPSCpiyLS1pL7tWWldtLrIRzDhJt6L&index=37 

Follow The Rose:

Instagram:  @official_therose 

X: @TheRose_0803

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theroseofficial 

We are fucking ready! Join us for this special episode where we dive deep into the details of The Rose’s comeback as we prepare for the release of the new EP, WRLD. We will break down all the spoilers shared by Woosung in his live stream on the Rosarium app. We talk through each of the song teasers that Sammy played during the live stream. We also share our hypothesis on the meaning of Photosynthesis and the sound and message with this album. 

Links to content discussed in the episode:

Summer Sonic Bangkok festival:  https://www.summersonicbkk.com/ 

Korea Herald article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10452757 

Kpop Wise article:  https://www.kpopwise.com/2025/03/the-rose-releases-road-map-for-upcoming.html 

Follow The Rose:

Instagram:  @official_therose 

X: @TheRose_0803

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theroseofficial 

Join us for our first Artist Spotlight interview with musician, singer, songwriter Francis Doom! His debut album, I Caught a Light, was recorded in 2022. He has described the sound of this album as “like a ballroom, on fire, in space.” 

His latest single is called I’m a Ghost.

He sat down with us to talk about how his solo project came about, his songwriting process, 

and what’s it’s like being a self-produced, self-managed music artist in today’s music industry. 

Listen to Francis Doom on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/34yzF68WWsxHzf2tprniIn?si=9pAXVLf8SZiJqdxpUPID4A 

Follow Francis Doom:

Instagram:  @francisdoommusic

X: @francisdoommusic

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FrancisDoomMusic 

https://www.francisdoommusic.com/ 

Join us as we review The Rose’s Rabbit to the Moon festival performance, their first in almost a year!  We answer listener’s questions about the performance and have a fun Would you Rather Challenge.

Links to Bands Recommended:

Esprit D’Air: https://open.spotify.com/artist/41R42bjR4KaZCo7T4NvDLD?si=xfy8hljpTXOR7Zi-RFQwGg 

Follow The Rose:

Instagram:  @official_therose 

X: @TheRose_0803

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theroseofficial 

Join us as we continue with our deep dive into The Rose’s second EP, Dawn. We update you on the latest across the Korean rock industry and have a fun Would You Rather Challenge! 

Follow us:

Instagram: @krok_cast     

X:  @krok_cast    

Email: [email protected] 

Listen to Dawn on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/album/4Zd5O0llwgfmpJoZOeKWiQ?si=jOlTjIMpSkyAxz6nig5smg 

Links to content discussed in the episode:

Arirang Interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FGBUfktVZrs?si=LLIohsjN9ng9HRog 

Interview with Ear Milk:  https://earmilk.com/2018/11/26/the-rose-opens-up-about-dawn-album-authenticity-koreas-mental-health-stigma-qa/ 

Review of She’s in the Rain from Seoul Beats:  https://seoulbeats.com/2018/10/the-rose-make-a-touching-return-with-shes-in-the-rain/ 

Follow The Rose:

Instagram:  @official_therose 

X: @TheRose_0803

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theroseofficial 

Join us as we take a deep dive into The Rose’s second EP, Dawn. This is an emotionally charged album and we recognise that the subjects discussed during this episode may be difficult for some listeners. 

Should you find any of the subject matter discussed during this podcast triggering support is available from the following organisations. Remember the first step is to talk, you aren’t in this alone.

UK

Mind.org.uk

Samaritans.org

Youngminds.org.uk

Giveusashout.org

Thecalmzone.net (Helpline for men)

Papyrus-uk.org (Under 35’s helpline)

USA

Call or text 988 - Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Follow us:

Instagram: @krok_cast     

X:  @krok_cast    

Email:[email protected] 

Listen to Dawn on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4Zd5O0llwgfmpJoZOeKWiQ?si=jOlTjIMpSkyAxz6nig5smg 

Links to content discussed in the episode:

Arirang Interview on YouTube:https://youtu.be/FGBUfktVZrs?si=LLIohsjN9ng9HRog 

Interview with Ear Milk: https://earmilk.com/2018/11/26/the-rose-opens-up-about-dawn-album-authenticity-koreas-mental-health-stigma-qa/ 

Review of She’s in the Rain from Seoul Beats: https://seoulbeats.com/2018/10/the-rose-make-a-touching-return-with-shes-in-the-rain/ 

The Rose’s “Dawn” Mini Album:

https://24hrkpop.com/2019/01/the-roses-dawn-mini-album/ 

She’s in the Rain Music Video on YouTube:https://youtu.be/KjbftHj6XYU?si=IgAYDwMxYuOSQKVc 

Links to Korean Bands Recommended:

Silica Gel:https://open.spotify.com/artist/2kxVxKOgoefmgkwoHipHsn?si=KrwuyRNlRqijdjWEhb_9Ew 

Francis Doom:https://open.spotify.com/artist/34yzF68WWsxHzf2tprniIn?si=uZV3SHZBQCuiXPPQfJoBlA 

Follow The Rose:

Instagram:  @official_therose 

X: @TheRose_0803

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@theroseofficial 

Join us as we share our hot takes on the release of The Rose’s teaser trailer for version two of the lightstick. We’ll dive into Woosung’s 4444: Reborn remix album and talk through the tracks we love and the tracks that we DON’T love. Tune in to hear our difference of opinion about the tracks. We’ll wrap up with another fun Would You Rather? game! We can’t wait to hear what you think about 4444: Reborn.  Tell us in the comments! 

Read the review of 4444: Reborn on allkop.com: https://www.allkpop.com/article/2025/01/woosung-returns-with-new-electronic-music-collection-4444-reborn 

Listen to 4444: Reborn on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/album/3hJ5n4LUTznYIsbml5gmXu?si=7mb3rdAITvSgpxWvUH8vLA 

Listen along with our Spotify playlist that includes tracks from both albums:

https://open.spotify.com/album/3hJ5n4LUTznYIsbml5gmXu?si=JsPdy9LiTtCqqaOM7y8D0w 

Follow us:

Instagram: @krok_cast     

X:  @krok_cast    

Email: [email protected] 

Follow The Rose:

Instagram:  @official_therose 

X: @TheRose_0803
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theroseofficial

Join us as we share the latest news around the Korean rock industry including DPR Ian and a list of bands to look out for, along with the latest on The Rose’s upcoming comeback. We’ll explore the background of EDM music and talk through the tracks we love and the tracks that we DON’T love. Tune in to hear our difference of opinion about the tracks and of course laugh along the way! We can’t wait to hear what you think about 4444: Reborn.  Tell us in the comments! 

Read the review of 4444: Reborn on allkop.com: https://www.allkpop.com/article/2025/01/woosung-returns-with-new-electronic-music-collection-4444-reborn 

Listen to 4444: Reborn on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/album/3hJ5n4LUTznYIsbml5gmXu?si=7mb3rdAITvSgpxWvUH8vLA 

Listen along with our Spotify playlist that includes tracks from both albums:

https://open.spotify.com/album/3hJ5n4LUTznYIsbml5gmXu?si=JsPdy9LiTtCqqaOM7y8D0w 

Follow us:

Instagram: @krok_cast     

X:  @krok_cast    

Email: [email protected] 

Follow The Rose:

Instagram:  @official_therose 

X: @TheRose_0803

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theroseofficial