Mia Dallas
Tandem Canon
Mia is a writer, giant music nerd, and one half of the co-op video game podcast, Tandem Canon. She has been a fan of K-pop and K-dramas for over a decade and was a former moderator and blogger of ''I Wish My Life Were An Asian Drama'' on Tumblr. When she's not awkwardly flirting with turians in Mass Effect or playing video games, Mia is usually writing, attending whatever concerts she can afford, and adding to her ever-expansive K-pop album collection.
FRI 2:00 PM: Surprise! You've Listened to K-Pop! (45 mins.)
Room: QUARTZ (Lincoln, Upper) Rated: Everyone
They say K-Pop is a global sensation, but did you know that its made appearances in some of your favorite anime, tv shows, video games, and more? At this panel we're going to take a look at instances of K-Pop artists and their music popping up in unlikely places. From your favorite anime openings, to songs originally covered by Disney stars! Come discover new music, and learn the names of artists you didn't even know you already loved!
Speaking: Lizzy O'Malley; Mia Dallas
Category: Discussion
FRI 9:00 PM: K-Pop in the West: A History (45 mins.)
Room: MONARCH (Lincoln, Lower) Rated: Everyone
K-pop feels like a relatively new phenomenon in America, but did you know western audiences were first exposed to K-pop almost 20 years ago?! Learn about the roots of K-pop's western popularity, how and why it grew from a niche subculture to a billion-dollar industry, and what the future looks like for K-pop's western expansion! If you love to learn and win prizes, this is the perfect panel for you!
Speaking: Mia Dallas
Category: Discussion
SAT 4:00 PM: K-Pop 101! (45 mins.)
Room: QUARTZ (Lincoln, Upper) Rated: Everyone
Ever wanted to get into K-Pop, but not sure where to start? Come to K-Pop 101! At this interactive introductory panel you can learn about the history of K-Pop and its fandom culture, meet new friends, discover new music, decorate your own commemorative cup sleeve, and even win a K-Pop album in our drawing!
Speaking: Lizzy O'Malley; Mia Dallas
Category: Discussion
SUN 1:00 PM: K-Pop in the West: A History (45 mins.)
Room: MONARCH (Lincoln, Lower) Rated: Everyone
K-pop feels like a relatively new phenomenon in America, but did you know western audiences were first exposed to K-pop almost 20 years ago?! Learn about the roots of K-pop's western popularity, how and why it grew from a niche subculture to a billion-dollar industry, and what the future looks like for K-pop's western expansion! If you love to learn and win prizes, this is the perfect panel for you!
Speaking: Mia Dallas
Category: Discussion
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