Hickey Shibaseki vs. Kim Gura.. From the names alone, the matchup is "Who is more non-mainstream?" [Radio Star]

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On 'Radio Star', talented hip-hop producer and YouTube's self-proclaimed 'non-mainstream talker (?)' Hickey Shibaseki goes head-to-head with 'Radio Star's' 'non-mainstream talker' Kim Gura in a showdown over "Who is more non-mainstream!"

The episode airing on the 19th on MBC's 'Radio Star' (planned by Choi Yoon-jeong; directed by Yoon Hye-jin, Hwang Yoon-sang, and Byun Da-hee) features a special segment titled "As Expected, I Didn't Die, Kick-Kick," with Hong Hye-geol, Haha, Park Young-jin, and Hickey Shibaseki appearing.

Hickey Shibaseki has steadily built his own niche as a hip-hop producer and recently gained attention as the 'representative non-mainstream talker' through his talk content 'Non-Mainstream Guest Seat,' showcasing his signature cynical wit. He is also the one who was ironically targeted by the viral phrase "As Expected, I'm Non-Mainstream, Kick-Kick," which emerged from a lively debate with Minumsa editor Kim Min-kyung.

Regarding the catchphrase, Hickey Shibaseki explained it as "a term mocking people who deliberately reject mainstream trends" and revealed that he even questioned himself, "Am I really doing this on purpose?" After much thought, he concluded, "No matter how I think about it, it's not 'non-mainstream syndrome (?)'—I believe it's just a preference that developed as a creator chasing something new."

When Hickey Shibaseki claimed he doesn't follow trending content, MC Jang Do-yeon asked with a puzzled expression, "Didn't you attend the group viewing for 'Hof' recently?" He replied, "I got to see it when I had the chance," letting out an awkward laugh.

Next, a 'Non-Mainstream Test' is conducted to determine who is more non-mainstream by referencing recent trending content. When Kim Gura, 'Radio Star's' iconic 'non-mainstream talker,' appears, Hickey Shibaseki expresses his admiration: "Senior Kim Gura, you're one of my favorite celebrities." In response, Kim Gura suddenly reveals he doesn't even use delivery apps or social media, proudly declaring himself a true non-mainstream figure. When Hickey Shibaseki honestly admits, "I use both quite often," Kim Gura shouts, "You're still far from it! You're totally mainstream!" sparking laughter from the audience.

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