CN Blue attract a total audience of 4,000 for their first concert in London

CN Blue successfully held their first live concert in London, the UK.

On September 23, FNC Entertainment, CN Blue’s agency, reported that CN Blue successfully held their first concert at the Indigo2 in London on September 22 at 7:00 p.m. CN Blue performed “Intuition,” “Love Girl,” “One Time,” “Tattoo,” “In My Head,” and “I’m A Loner” for two hours, getting a total audience of 4,000 excited.

Some of the audience got exhausted and were given emergency treatment at a medical center in the concert hall.

FNC Entertainment says, “All tickets for the concert were sold out, and tickets for standing-room-only were available for purchase on a first-come-first-served basis. A lot of fans came to the concert hall a day before and waited for the concert. The response from the audience was more than we expected.”

CJ E&M, a sponsor of this concert, says 95 percent of the audience were non-Asians and many of them came from all over Europe.

CN Blue will now go on a tour of Japan from October 2 to 21, making stops at six cities.

Source: Starnews

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CN Blue’s Lee Jung Shin gets shocked culturally

CN Blue’s Lee Jung Shin was recently surprised by a pair of lovers kissing each other.

On September 23, a picture of Lee culturally getting shocked at the Heathrow International Airport in the UK was released by CN Blue’s agency.

The picture shows Lee visiting London for CN Blue’s live concert in London on September 22.

Because he had a shooting schedule for KBS 2TV’s drama series My Daughter Seo-yeong, he had to fly a day later than other members.

At the airport, many fans of CN Blue were waiting for Lee. Some fans of Lee held a surprise event on September 15 to celebrate Lee’s birthday. A week has passed since then, but the fans in the UK still celebrated his birthday at the airport.

While he was getting a warm welcome from his fans, he saw a pair of lovers standing next to him. They were tightly hugging and kissing each other. He got laughs because he couldn’t take his eyes off them.

CN Blue successfully held their first live concert in the UK.

Source: Starnews

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CNBlue’s Jung Yong Hwa says hi from London

Recently, CNBlue’s Jung Yong Hwa sent his greetings.

On the official Twitter account of the band, Jung posted, “It’s London Yong Hwa. Hahahahahahaha. The concert is tomorrow, and I’m sightseeing at the moment. I’ll go back to Korea after having a great time at the concert. For those who will be at the concert tomorrow, let’s have fun,” and attached a photo.

On September 22, CNBlue is to hold “CN Blue Live in London,” the first performance in U.K., as a part of the global concert brand M-Live by CJ E&M.

In the picture, Jung is smiling brightly toward the camera. He is wearing a vintage navy jacket, revealing his masculine charm.

Netizens who saw the posting commented: “I want to see a video clip recorded by those who attend the concert.” “You look great under the natural sunlight.” “He’s good-looking and competent.” “Have fun on your concert in U.K.!”

From 7:00 p.m. (local time) on September 22, CNBlue is to hold its first concert in U.K. at the Indig02 arena located in Greenwich peninsula in London with the expected audience of 3,000.

Source: TV Report

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The tickets for CN Blue’s concert in the UK are almost sold out

The tickets for CN Blue’s concert in the UK are almost sold out.

CN Blue will hold a concert titled CN Blue Live in London on September 22 (local time) at the IndigO2, which can accommodate 3,000 people.

On September 19, CN Blue’s agency reported that all tickets for CN Blue’s first concert in the UK are already sold out, and a few tickets for standing room are only left.

CJ E&M’s Global Concert Department says, “It’s CN Blue’s first concert in the UK, but the tickets are almost sold out. AGE thought CN Blue could succeed in the UK after watching the group’s concert in LA, and we became the agency’s partner again.”

This concert is part of the project conducted by M-Live, CJ E&M’s global concert brand. The world famous agency AEG has been its partner since March when CN Blue held a concert in LA.

CN Blue say, “We can’t believe that we will hold a concert in the UK, the home of rock. We’ve always wanted to be there, so we’re happy that we can be there now and even hold a concert. We believe we can communicate with people there through music regardless of language differences. We’re very nervous because this is our first time visiting the UK. We’ll do our best to give the best performances for the audience.”

After the concert, CN Blue will go on a tour of Japan under the title of CN Blue Arena Tour 2012 – Come On from October 2 to 21, making stops at six cities.

Source: Starnews

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A TV series producer says, “CNBLUE’s Lee Jung Shin will perform well”

A producer for a TV series recently talked how he feels about CNBLUE’s Lee Jung Shin performing in the series.

A press concerence for KBS’s new weekend series My Daughter Seo Young was held On September 11 in Seoul. Producer Yoo Hyun Gi said, “Lee is not perfect yet but I look forward to seeing his performance.”

Lee will play the role of a weird high school boy named Kang Sam Jae.

The producer said, “I wasn’t planning to cast an idol star. We held several auditions to find a good actor for the character and Lee finally passed the audition.”

“I’ve seen Lee shooting the series a few times and I can’t say that Lee’s performance is great or perfect. But since he has performed on big stages as a member of CNBLUE, he doesn’t have any fear.”

“He always does what he planned to do. I think he will become a good actor around in March next year when the series completes.”

Lee said, “Thank you for your expectations. I’ve never appeared on a TV series before but I think it’s similar to a band. Each part of the band makes a song and I think making a TV series is the same thing. I will learn many things from the veteran actors.”

The series is a family drama about a father and a daughter, who disowns her father. The first episode will air on September 15 at 7:55 p.m.

Source: Starnews

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CN Blue top the Oricon Daily Chart with Code Name Blue

CN Blue topped the Oricon Daily Chart with their first Japanese album, Code Name Blue.

On August 30, FNC Entertainment, CN Blue’s agency, reported that CN Blue topped the Oricon Daily Chart withCode Name Blue immediately after it was released on August 29.

CN Blue beat the popular Japanese rock band Tokyo Jihen, who ranked second on the chart, by a considerable margin. They’re also attracting a lot of attention because of the fact that artists who ranked in the top ten of the chart are all Japanese artists except for CN Blue.

A spokesperson for CN Blue says, “Tokyo Jihen, the GazettE, AKB48, and Dragon Ash, who are all highly popular in Japan, ranked from second to fifth, so it’s even more meaningful that CN Blue topped the chart.”

CN Blue will go on a tour of Japan in October under the title of CN Blue Arena Tour 2012 Come On!, making stops in six cities.

Source: Starnews

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CN Blue release their new song at Mezamashi Live in Japan

CN Blue performed at the Mezamashi Live in Japan.

On August 28 at 12:30 p.m., CN Blue performed their new song, “Time Is Over,” live at the Mezamashi Live, which was held by Fuji TV.

During the performance, Kang Min Hyuk especially attracted a lot of attention with his drumming. “Time Is Over” is composed and written by Jung Yong Hwa after getting inspired by the film The Avengers.

CN Blue also performed “Come On,” their new Japanese single released on August 1; “Let’s Go Crazy” and “Voice” in which Jung’s powerful voice and Lee Jong Hyun’s gentle voice stood out; “One Time,” which is characterized by Lee Jung Shin’s attractive rapping, and “In My Head,” their debut single in Japan.

CN Blue, currently popular in both Korea and Japan, will release their first Japanese album, Code Name Blue, on August 29. They’ll also go on a tour of Japan in October under the title of CN Blue Arena Tour 2012 ~ Come On!!!~.

Source: TV Report

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CN Blue’s Kang Min Hyuk becomes a romantic guy with a deep loving gaze

CN Blue’s Kang Min Hyuk recently became a romantic guy with a deep loving gaze, which is completely different from his image in KBS 2TV’s drama series My Husband Got a Family.

In a photo shoot for the Beauty & Lifestyle Magazine Allure Korea, he showed off his new charms with a deep loving gaze.

Having appealed to many viewers as Cha Se Kwang in the drama series My Husband Got a Family, Kang also appealed to the crew with his serious yet fresh young man’s look.

Kang is also showing a manly look in the series as his character, Cha Se Kwang, falls in love with Bang Mal Sook (played by Oh Yeon Seo). In an interview, which was conducted during the photo shoot, Kang said, “Bang Gui Nam (played by Yoo Jun Sang) is the closest to the good man that I had imagined. If I get to like someone, I will do better to my girlfriend than Gui Nam does to his wife.”

Kang also said he will focus on CN Blue’s first Japanese album, which will be released soon, after he finishes shooting the series.

Kang said, “I don’t want to promote myself without my band.” Kang’s interview and pictorial can be seen in the September issue of Allure Korea.

Source: TV Report

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Super Junior, Big Bang, and Secret rank in the top ten of the Oricon Chart

Many K-pop singers recently ranked in the top ten of the Oricon Chart.

According to the Oricon Chart issued on August 21, Super Junior, Boyfriend, 4Minute, Big Bang, and Secret ranked in the top ten of the Oricon Daily Single, Daily Album, and DVD charts.

Super Junior ranked second on the Oricon Daily Single Chart with “Sexy, Free & Single.” They have held a concert in Japan once but never done any promotions on TV.

Boyfriend, who just debuted early this year with a large-scale showcase, ranked fourth on the Oricon Daily Single Chart with “Be My Shine.” It’s a great achievement for a new singing group.

4Minute ranked 18th on the Oricon Daily Single Chart with their new single, “Love Tension,” composed by the hit song maker Kim Do Hoon.

Secret ranked in the top ten of the Oricon Daily Album Chart. They ranked sixth on the chart with their new album, Welcome to Secret Time.

Big Bang ranked in the top ten of the Oricon DVD Chart. They topped the chart with a collection DVD of their new EP, “Alive.” Currently on a world tour, Big Bang will release a new song in Japan in two years on September 19.

Several K-pop singers proved their popularity in Japan by ranking in the top ten of the Oricon Chart.

Source: Starnews

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Are CNBLUE’s Lee Jung Shin and Jung Yong Hwa little boys?

CNBLUE’s Lee Jung Shin and Jung Yong Hwa recently took a picture with volleyball players.

On August 22, Lee tweeted a picture with the comment, “Hello, everyone. I’m Jung Shin. I’m saying hello after a long time. It’s a little late but I’m posting this picture right now. These ladies bent their knees while posing with us. Yong Hwa and I are bending too but… Kim Yeon Kyung and Yang Hyo Jin, I’ll never forget. Haha, just joking. I will always support you.”

In the picture, Lee and Jung are posing with Kim and Yang. the thoughtful women’s volleyball team players bent their knees for Lee and Jung but it made many people laugh.

People who saw the picture responded: “They are cute.” “Cheer up, volleyball players!” “Wow, the players must be very tall.”

Korean women’s volleyball team went to the semifinals of London Olympics 36 years after the Montreal Olympics in 1976.

Source: TV Report

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CN Blue perform at A-Nation Music Week

CN Blue performed at Rock Nation, the last part of A-Nation Music Week, a festival held in Japan.

A-Nation was held from August 3 to 12 at the First Gymnasium of Yoyogi National Stadium in Japan, and CN Blue performed in the last part of the festival, Rock Nation.

In addition to CN Blue, Anna Tsuchiya, Sads, and Vamps performed at Rock Nation.

When CN Blue’s Jung Yong Hwa, Lee Jong Hyun, Kang Min Hyuk, and Lee Jung Shin appeared on the stage, the place was filled with shouts. The Japanese audience enthusiastically responded to CN Blue’s performance.

CN Blue told the audience, “We’re so happy to be here and give a performance for you at this great festival. Thank you so much.”

A-Nation is a large-scale summer music festival in Japan, in which many popular Japanese musicians perform. Hyde, a vocalist and guitarist of Vamps, asked CN Blue to perform on the last day of the festival.

Such artists as m-flo, 三代目J Soul Brothers, the GazettE, and AKB48 performed at A-Nation, which was held for ten days. The Music Week, which combined music with fashion, food, and entertainment, also received lots of favorable reviews.

Source: TV Report

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CN Blue’s Jung Yong Hwa shows off a muscle in his back

CN Blue’s Jung Yong Hwa is currently attracting a lot of attention online with a muscle in his back.

The muscle in Jung’s back can be seen in the video of “Come On,” CN Blue’s third single released in Japan last month.

In the video, Jung is posing to show off a muscle in his back in a black sleeveless shirt. Jung’s firm muscle in his back and arm muscle remind many people of Sylvester Stallone from the movie Rambo. Jung used to appeal to many girls with his gentle image, but it seems like he can also appeal to many people with his strong image.

People responded: “I love the muscle in his back.” “Jung even has a great muscle in his back.” “I want to cling to his back.”

CN Blue released their new song “Friday” on July 31 at midnight.

Source: TV Report

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CNBLUE ranks fourth on the Oricon chart with their new EP

Idol band CNBLUE recently released their new Japanese EP and ranked high on the Oricon chart.

On August 2, according to the Oricon daily single chart, CNBLUE’s third EP Come On, which was released on August 1, ranked fourth. Since the song “Come On” is written by CNLBUE, it is drawing a lot more attention.

CNBLUE, who proved their high popularity in Japan, will go on a Japanese tour in October.

The band will go on an Arena tour and will hold nine concerts in six Japanese cities, including, Nagoya on October 2 and 3, Nikata on October 7, Osaka on October 10 and 11, Hiroshima on October 13, Sizoka on October 16, and Saitama on October 20 and 21. Over 100,000 fans will gather to see the band.

Another K-pop idol group The BOSS also released their new Japaese EP and ranked sixth on the Oricon daily single chart on the day of its release.

Source: Starnews

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CNBLUE will be releasing a new Japanese album on August 29

Boy band CNBLUE will be releasing their first Japanese album come August 29th.

The group made its official Japanese debut last year and their upcoming Japanese album CODE NAME BLUE is their first since their debut. August will mark a busy month for the boys as they are also scheduled to release new single Come On.

Their official Japanese website was updated with tracklist information on their album.

CNBLUE Japan Major 1st ALBUM
「CODE NAME BLUE」

＜Regular Edition Tracklist＞

01. Intro 02

Music by JUNG YONG HWA

Arranged by JUNG YONG HWA

02. In My Head

Lyrics by Kenji Tamai、Yoshifumi Kanamaru
Music by JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Rui Momota

03. Where you are

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA、Kenji Tamai
Music by JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Rui Momota

05. Have a good night

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Music by JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Kousuke Noma

06. Wake up

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Music by RYO、JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Kousuke Noma

07. No more

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Music by LEE JONG HYUN、JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Masahiro Tobinai

08. These days

Lyrics by Kosuke Oba
Music by LEE JONG HYUN
Arranged by Suzuki“Daichi”Hideyuki

09. Blue Sky

Lyrics by Kosuke Oba
Music by Shusui、Seiji Motoyama
Arranged by Yuichiro Horiuchi

10. Mr. KIA (Know It All)

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Music by JUNG YONG HWA、RYO
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Kousuke Noma

11. with me

Lyrics by DAICHI、miyakei
Music by DAICHI
Arranged by Suzuki“Daichi”Hideyuki

12. Get Away

Lyrics by Nozomi Maezawa & agehasprings
Music by LEE JONG HYUN、RYO
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Shunsuke Tsuri

13. Come on

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Japanese Translated Lyrics by Kenji Tamai
Music by LEE JONG HYUN
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Rui Momota

＜Bonus Track (Limited Edition Only)＞
Where you are (English version)
Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Music by JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Rui Momota

Source: CNBLUE Japanese Website

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CNBLUE’s Jung Yong Hwa and Lee Jung Shin take cute portraits

CNBLUE’s Jung Yong Hwa and Lee Jung Shin are showing their support for new girl group AOA.

On July 30, Jung tweeted a picture with the comment, “AOA are so great. The first girl group from our agency. Please support the group. I gave them one of my songs so please give them lots of love. Jung Shin and I are having fun in Japan.”

Lee also tweeted a picture and said hello to his fans.

The pictures show the two members holding their cameras close to their faces. Jung is making the V sign and Lee is making a serious face.

People responded: “They both look great.” “I’m eagerly awaiting the new girl group.” “Jung has various talents making songs and performing in a TV series.” “What are they doing in Japan?” “They look cute.”

AOA, composed of eight members, will hold a showcase on July 30 and will debut to the world.

Source: TV Report

The approved songwriter, C.N Blue’s Jung Yong Hwa writes a song for a new girl group AOA

C.N Blue’s Jung Yong Hwa is creating a stir by writing a song and giving it to the new girl group AOA as well after writing a song for Juniel.

Previously on July 27, Jung said, “I wrote a song for AOA after hearing that a girl group has been formed in our agency. I am happy to hear that my own written song ‘Love Is Only You’ goes well with AOA’s image, and I am honored that this song is included in their first debut EP.”

“Love Is Only You” is a song written by Jung with a R&B pop style that beautifully harmonizes the lyrics of a girl who fell in love and the trendy melodies. Expectations are on the rise as AOA will be dancing with this song.

Previously, Jung was recognized with his song writing talent since he wrote a song “Idiot” for Juniel’s debut EP, My First June.

Eight-member girl group AOA will release their EP through their showcase on July 30, and start their activities.

Source: TV Report

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CN Blue will go on a concert tour in Japan in October

CN Blue will go on a concert tour in Japan in October. 

Starting in Nagoya on October 2, CN  Blue will hold a total of nine concerts in six cities in Japan until October 21.

On July 19, FNC Entertainment, CN Blue’s agency, said, “Because CN Blue have received many favorable responses in Japan, we’re expecting about 100,000 audiences will come to CN Blue’s concerts.”

CN Blue will hold concerts in Nagoya (at the Nihhon Gaishi Hall) on October 2 and 3, Nikata (at Toki Messe) on 7, Osaka (at the Osaka Jyo Hall) on 10 and 11, Hiroshima (at the Hiroshima Green Arena) on 13, Sizuoka (at the Sizuoka Ekopa Arena) on 16, and Saitama (at the Saitama Super Arena) on 20 and 21.

Source: Xportsnews

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MBLAQ’s Mir reunites with some members of the 91-line

MBLAQ’s Mir has posted a picture of himself posing with a few members from the famous 91-line.

The 91-line is comprised of idol members who are born in the year 1991 and Mir reunited with a few of them at the recent Idol Athletic Championships. He shared the above picture and tweeted, “It’s been a while. 91-idol line ㅋㅋ”

In his picture are 2AM’s Jinwoon, SISTAR’s Soyou, miss A’s Min, and CNBLUE’s Jungshin. It is a bit of a pity that not all the members from the 91-idol line could be in this picture, but can you feel their close friendship?

Source: Mir’s Twitter

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Hidden jobs of male idol leaders?

The jobs of idol leaders are creating a stir.

Recently on an online community board, a post titled, ‘The jobs of male idol leaders based on their looks’ was uploaded. This post explained idol leader’s jobs from their usual image rather than their real jobs.

Super Junior’s Leeteuk was explained as, “The popular lecturer in our academy. He is such a good speaker. He has classes for five straight ours and still has a lot to say.” This job suits him because of Leeteuk’s usual image of emceeing on variety shows.

Big Bang’s G-Dragon was explained as, “The leader of a dance society in a nearby school.” SHINee’s On.U was written as, “Representative of our department. He is kind and innocent.” 2AM’s Jo Kwon was described as, “A close colleague of mine who sweeps across all the talent shows during our school gatherings. B2ST’s Yoon Du Jun was recommended as the “Physical education teacher.” In addition, C.N Blue’s Jung Yong Hwa was described as the “Handsome looking oppa from church.”

Netizens commented: “It all seems plausible…” “It’s funny how I have no trouble imagining them with these jobs.” “This is hilarious.”

Source: Xportsnews

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Top K-pop singers go to USA to hold Super Concert

Top K-pop singers plan to take the United States by storm soon.

The ’2012 K-pop Super Concert in America’ will be held at the Home Depot Center in LA, California, USA on August 10.

Top nine K-pop singers, including, SNSD, SHINee, 2PM, 2AM, CNBLUE, KARA, SISTAR, Secret, and MBLAQ, will attend the concert. The venue can hold 27,000 people, which is the biggest number among all K-pop concerts in American history. Around 500 staff members prove that it will be the best concert ever.

On July 10, the concert created its official Facebook account (http://www.facebook.com/AbsoluteKpop) and received considerable attention in the United States. Over 300,000 people visited the account and the concert is expected to become the best concert to promote the K-pop craze.

The concert will air on SBS as a special concert in LA.

Source: TV Report