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

CNBLUE’s sister group, AOA, releases teaser

On July 16, AOA (Ace of Angels), the first girl group from FNC Entertainment, which represents FT Island, CNBLUE, and Juniel, released the one of the group member’s first teaser.

The teaser was for Seol Hyun, who has the angel name Seolhyunari, also known as the brain among the angels. She was born in 1995 and has appeared in a music video for FT Island’s song “Severely” and drew a lot of attention as a heroine.

FNC Entertainment released a story of the girl group under the title ’7+1 Story of Angels’ on their official website and official group site (www.a-o-a.co.kr). They will unveil eight group members starting on July 16 through 23 through the websites.

On July 17, the second member of the group will be unveiled.

Source: Xportsnews

T-ara’s So Yeon and Bo Ram are Barbie dolls

T-ara’s So Yeon and Bo Ram recently showed off their beautiful appearances.

On July 15, So Yeon tweeted a picture of herself and Bo Ram with the short comment, “For the first time after a long time.”

In the picture, So Yeon is wearing a sleeveless dress with eye makeup. Her Barbie doll like appearance drew a lot of attention and captured the male fans’ hearts. Bo Ram also made the female audience feel jealous of her sharp nose and big doe eyes.

People who saw the picture responded: “So Yeon and Bo Ram are very beautiful.” “They look like goddesses.” “Just looking at them makes me happy.” “Both look like dolls.”

T-ara held a ceremony for their official fan club Queen’s on July 14 at Kyunghee University.

Source: TV Report

NU’EST is selected as the best new singing group of 2012

New singing group NU’EST, who recently released their first EP titled “Action,” was selected as the best new singing group of 2012 in a survey conducted by an overseas website.

For two weeks, nearly 250,000 people participated in this survey, conducted by an overseas website named  Seoulbeat. Around 110,000 (43.23%) voted for NU’EST, and NU’EST was selected as the best new singing group.

Seoulbeat is an overseas website that delivers news about K-pop. Carrying out surveys of various subjects, it’s popular among many overseas K-pop fans.

Pledis Entertainment, NU’EST’s agency, says, “We’re very happy to hear that NU’EST was selected as the best new K-pop singing group of 2012 despite the fact that it’s been only four months since they made their debut. To thank the overseas fans of NU’EST, NU’EST members are currently preparing to hold a concert in Japan this month. They’ll also visit other countries soon.”

NU’EST released their first EP, “Action,” on July 11 and are currently receiving a lot of attention by presenting a charismatic, manly performance for the song.

Source: Star Daily News

Kim Hyung Jun’s ‘Sorry, I’m Sorry’ ranked #1 on Mnet

Korean singer cum actor Kim Hyung Jun released second mini album ‘ESCAPE’ om 9th July. Music video of title song ‘Sorry, I’m Sorry’ has received overwhelming responses from fans after it was revealed, breaking the record for most viewed MV. Due to the tough competitions among idols, this has captured lots of attention.

Kim Hyung Jun transited from his usual idol singer image, to a matured, sexy charisma, caused much attention from various korean music portals online. Especially the ‘break-up’ scene in the rain, ‘Sorry I’m Sorry’ dance mv, has ranked first place on Mnet’s MV rankings, showing a sky-high popularity.

On 10th July, ‘Escape’ were all sold out within a day, causing a situation that many had to make reservation of the album.

In addition, besides dance MV, Kim HYung Jun’s new song ‘Sorry, I’m Sorry’ is also filmed into a 25 minutes long drama MV where actors Kang Ji Hwan and Lee Ki Woo acted together with Kim HYung Jun, this is a highly anticipated MV by fans and netizens.

Source : Koreastardaily

IU releases short performance version of ‘You & I’ PV

Korea’s little darling, IU, will be gracing Japan once again with her cute looks as she proceeds to release second Japanese single, You & I.

The song, which is set to be released next week, has already been heard through the full PV that was released just last week. EMI Music Japan, the agency responsible for IU’s Japanese activities, has now uploaded the short performance version of the PV, which shows off IU’s dance for the song.

Source: EMI Music Japan YouTube

Jang Keunsuk for New York Herald Tribune newspaper.

Asia Prince, Jang Keunsuk, posted several selcas of him via his Twitter account while holding a newspaper and a bottle of wine in the streets of Champs-Elysees. The said newspaper is the New York Herald Tribune.
Another selca of him qoutes, “Eels who supported me for 4 years. I love you. Paris je t aime!”



It was said that about 4years ago, Jang KeunSuk has a mini homepage in Cyworld. And then he wrote “If I can go to Paris, I will shout New York Herald Tribune in Champs-Elysees street with a wine in a hand and a newspaper in another hand.” And people made fun of him about that.They said he was bluffing. Too many people said bad things to him and he was tormented and Korean eels were very very sad. Acturally he was not bluffing at all. He just quoted a scene of Jean-Luc Godard’s famouse movie “A bout de souffle”. But people didn’t know the movie, and teased him that he was bluffing about things he didn’t know well. And they teased all his writing in his cyworld. They said he always saying metaphsical words. So Jang KeunSuk could not help closing the mini homepage. But he overcomed all of them and became Asia Prince!! Now Jang KeunSuk will shout to the people who had been teasing him. He was not bluffing. He was always saying the truth.

SOURCE: Jang KeunSuk’s Twitter. Crazy Eels for JKS Facebook page and <megha mano+skthtj(angel)+Yulistia Fitrawati>

B.A.P ranks at the top of a K-pop chart in Malaysia

Recently, B.A.P’s “Power” topped the rankings of a K-pop chart in Malaysia.

8TV, one of the biggest broadcasting systems in Malaysia, broadcasted B.A.P on top of a K-pop chart which airs every week on its leading program Nite Live.

The group’s record attracts more attention than usual because such competitive K-pop artists and their songs as Big Bang’s “Monster,” Kim Jun Su’s “Tarantallegra,” and Infinite’s “Chaser” follow the rankings.

On July 6, B.A.P held an exclusive showcase at the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur. Previously on the 4th, the boys appeared as guests on the final stage of 8TV Showdowns 2012, the auditioning program which attracts the most viewers of the station. Without a doubt, the viewer ratings of the show sky rocketed at their appearance. About 700,000 households in total have watched the group’s spectacular performance.

Considering B.A.P as rising K-pop star, 8TV has reported most of B.A.P’s press conferences, interviews, and showcases in real time on its programs. Continuously, the staff of 8TV is shooting individual activities of the group and even organizing a special program for them.

B.A.P has released “Goodbye” recently, and after releasing their EP next week, they will begin activities officially.

Source: TV Report

NU’EST shares an adorable picture from Music Bank backstage

Boy group NU’EST has made a return on July 11th with mini-album Action and following their comeback appearance on Music Bank, the five members took a picture.

Attached to the picture was the following tweet, “Music Bank comeback is complete! Our L.O.V.Es, who cheered more loudly today than anyone else, are the best!!!!♥♥♥♥  Our L.O.V.E.s who cheer for each nerve-wracking stage!! Thank you very much♥♥ See you tomorrow!”

The members look very adorable as they are all smiles for the camera. NU’EST will continue with their comeback stages on Music Core and Inkigayo.

Source: NU’EST’s Twitter

2PM’s Tacyeon is chosen as the no.1 who has the most broad human network with various girl group members

2PM’s Tacyeon was recently chosen as the no.1 who has the most broad human network with various girl group members.

On the episode of KBS2’s Entertainment News that aired on July 14, an interview with 2PM was broadcast.

When asked, “Who has the closest friendship with members of girl groups?” all the 2PM members except Tackyeon pointed out Tackyeon.

The hunky member denied his close relationship with girl group members, but Junsu explained, “As for SNSD. he is an acquaintance with almost all of them. Sometimes they look like a brother and sisters—so close.”

2PM’s Woo Young could not appear in the episode because of his solo schedule with his recently-released album.

Source: Xportsnews

TVXQ, SNSD and f(x) shows support for Super Junior ^^

As Super Junior releases their 6th album, they perform on stage with their latest track entitled, “Sexy, Free and Single” support from label mates arises. ^^

Leeteuk, Super Junior’s leader, tweeted photos of the group together with label mates, TVXQ and f(x) as well as Seohyun and Tiffany of SNSD. He then stated, “Really handsome and pretty dongsaengs.. Let’s be together for a lifetime…”

He shared another photo together with TVXQ. He’s really thankful for Yunho and Changmin’s support for them. Leeteuk qoutes, “yunho and changminnie who came straight to give us support even though they were tired after coming from Japan!!!thank you!!!!^^”

SOURCE: Leeteuk’s Twitter. @sujunesia and @SuperJuniorcom for translation

BEAST drops a theme MV for ‘Midnight’

Earlier at midnight (no pun intended) on July 15th, boy group BEAST pre-released new track Midnight from their upcoming 5th mini-album Midnight Sun.

Many fans were ecstatic by the song release and the song quickly made its way to the top of music charts, achieving an all-kill. Cube Entertainment further made these fans happy by releasing a theme music video for Midnight. The footage features the six members of BEAST walking through the streets of New York, singing along to the melody of Midnight.

Because it was only a theme MV and not a full MV, fans were saddened by the short MV but their wishes will be satiated when the full MV for Midnight Sun‘s title track is released.

Source: BEAST’s YouTube

2NE1’s Sandara Park once again shaves her own head

2NE1’s Sandara Park revealed a picture shaving her own head.

On July 15, Sandara Park uploaded a picture on her Me2day with the caption, “Good morning, I’m shaving my head once again for Inkigayo.”

Sandara also posted, “My hair has grown! Why is it growing so fast? This is my fourth time. Make sure to watch the live broadcast of Inkigayo.”

In the picture, Sandara is shaving her own head with a hair cutter. Netizens commented: “You must be frustrated.” “You are pretty even when you shave half of your head.” “Not many people look good like that.” “You have such a strong heart Dara.”

Currently, 2NE1 is busy with their new song “I Love You.”

Source: TV Report

Infinite members in suit: A poster for Infinite’s upcoming concert is released

A poster for Infinite’s upcoming concert has recently been released.

On July 16, Infinite’s agency released a poster for Infinite’s upcoming concert. Through the poster, Infinite members are captivating female fans with their chic looks in white shirts and black jackets.

The poster is especially getting a lot of attention because Infinite members are portraying themselves in a green room before going out to stage. One of them is listening to music and another one is checking his outfit, getting ready to see his fans.

This poster was also released in CGV theaters in Kangnam and Yeongdeungpo, attracting many people’s attention. People responded: “I’m so excited to see Infinite members in a green room.” “They all look great in suit.” “I can’t wait to see them at the concert.”

All 10,000 tickets for the concert, titled That Summer, were sold in only 15 minutes after the ticket sales began. Their concert also ranked first on the most searched word list. Infinite will hold a concert at the AX Hall for five days from August 8 to 12.

Source: TV Report

B.A.P release jacket photos of their new EP, “Pop Boy”

B.A.P recently released jacket photos of their first EP, indirectly informing about their new release.

TS Entertainment, B.A.P’s agency, recently released jacket photos of Bang Yong Guk, Zelo, and Young Jae.

In these jacket photos, the B.A.P members are portraying pop boys with strong red clothes and accessories. They have completely changed from their previous concept of powerful warriors.

“Pop Boy” has been derived from “Pop Girl,” a new term that indicates a trendsetter of girls. “Pop Boy” is a new term that shows B.A.P’s hope to lead the trend in music and fashion by closely interacting with the public.

In the photos, Zelo’s hair is in two different colors, gold and mint.

According to reports, part of his pants was torn while he was posing on a skateboard, but he created a distinctive picture with his hilarious pose and facial expression.

Young Jae is also creating a stylish look in red pants and a trench coat. According to reports, he strengthened the image of a pop boy with his own beanie.

The leader Bang Yong Guk’s look is especially attracting a lot of attention. In a red sleeveless shirt and pants, Bang’s hair is gold and strong red. With fancy gold accessories, a flag tied around his waist, and a baseball bat, he is creating an image of an athlete who is ready to take part in the Olympic Games.

B.A.P topped the K-pop chart in Malaysia with “Power.” Their new EP will be released on July 19.

Source: TV Report

Kim Hyun Joong gets an IV to perform at his concert in Japan

Kim Hyun Joong got an IV to perform at his live concert in Japan, which was held in celebration of releasing his second Japanese single.

Kim performed for a total of 60,000 fans at his concert titled Kim Hyun Joong ‘Heat’ 2012 in Japan, held at Saitama Super Arena on July 14 and 15.

Performing with the Japanese popular musician Naoto Inti Raymi on July 14 under the title of Double Fantasista-Great Assist, Kim captivated the audience with his powerful energy and good stage manners.

At his exclusive live concert held on July 15, he attracted the audience’s attention by performing “Heat” and “Let’s Party” live.

As if he was trying to thank his fans, he performed several songs live. The fans of Kim also enthusiastically responded to him throughout the concert.

Despite the fact that Kim was in bad condition because of his hectic schedule and the concert on the previous day, he got an IV to perform for his fans who came to his concert on July 15.

Interacting with his fans by having a talk time during the concert, Kim said sorry to his fans for his bad condition and thanked for his new single’s success.

Kim’s second single, “Heat,” which was released on July 4, ranked first on the Oricon weekly chart, beating the Japanese popular singer Yamashita Tomohisa’s, by seeling 183,000 copies in the first week of its release.

Kim is currently focusing on the shooting of his new drama series City Conquest in Japan.

Source: Starnews

JYJ’s Junsu will soon start his world tour

JYJ’s Junsu (XIA) is starting his world tour as a solo singer.

On July 16, C-jes Entertainment, Junsu’s agency, reported, “Junsu will soon start his world tour of North and South America and Europe after finishing his concert tour of Asia.”

Junsu, recently releasing his first solo album and topping the music charts of several countries, has recently decided to have a world tour.

Baek Chang Joo, CEO of C-jes Entertainment, says, “Junsu’s solo album was to sell in Asia including Korea from the first time. The music video of the lead song was produced on a large scale in order to target the overseas market. So many requests for Junsu’s concert were received from many overseas countries, so we’ve decided to have world tour.”

He also said, “Junsu is also planning to release a repackaged album for this world tour. This album will contain a song in English for overseas fans, and the music video of the song will also be filmed in the U.S. We cannot tell you in detail yet but many famous staff members will participate in the music video.”

Junsu will visit two to three cities per continent, including North and South America and Europe, for his tour.

Junsu is currently having concert tour of Asia. He’s visited Thailand, Indonesia, Taiwan, and China, including Korea. He will have the last concert of his tour in August in Hong Kong.

Source: Starnews

Infinite release a cute poster for their current concert, That Summer

Infinite have released a poster for their current concert, titled Infinite Concert That Summer, on July 12.

In the poster, Infinite members are freely posing for the camera on a speaker or with a guitar. Unlike their manly, charismatic looks they have shown on stage, they look like playful boys in the poster. They’ve increased their fans’ expectations for the concert by announcing that it will be a new type of concert in which they interact with their fans at a closer distance.

This concert will be a great chance to get up close with this group. They will perform versions of their songs that give the feeling of accompaniment on acoustic instruments and many of the numbers will feature energetic group dancing.

The concert will be held for five days from August 8 to 12 at the AX Hall. Ticket sales will begin on July 12 at 8:00 p.m. on Interpark.

Source: TV Report

Past photo of Block B’s P.O as a good night greeting ^^

Park Kyung, one of the vocals and rapper of Block B greeted everyone a good night with a past photo of P.O, Pyo Jihoon in real life.

The said photo is likely to be a school photo. You can see P.O wearing a coat and tie together with a huge framed eye glasses. P.O is reportedly chubby in the past.

Chubby or not, he’s still the amazing P.O that we all know who raps in Block B. ^^ 

SOURCE: Block B Park Kyung’s Twitter

T-ara concert tickets go on sale July 17 for their first concert

T-ara will start selling tickets at 8 o’clock in the evening on July 17 through Interpark for their first exclusive concert.

The concert will be held on August 11 at the 6,500 seat, Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul. Around 4,900 seats were already booked by fans from Korea and overseas. On July 17, the group will sell the remaining 1,600 tickets online.

On July 16, T-ara’s official fan club Queen’s members will be given priority to book the tickets. The members can also get a 10 percent discount.

The group is currently practicing hard to perform their hit songs, including, “Day By Day,” “Lovey-Dovey,” “Roly-Poly,” and “Bo Peep Bo Peep.”

T-ara says, “We are preparing to show a different side of us so please look forward to seeing the concert. We hope that we can meet you at the venue.”

Their new song “Day By Day” is currently receiving a lot of attention after the song and the music video were released.

Source: TV Report

B.A.P’s Jongup fascinates Malaysian fans with his dancing

B.A.P’s Jongup, whose nickname is Rain in his school, showed off his talent in dancing through a video of him rehearsing for B.A.P’s showcase.

TS Entertainment, B.A.P’s agency, recently released a video of Jongup’s solo performance during a rehearsal for B.A.P’s showcase that took place in Malaysia on July 6.

Through his solo performance, specially prepared for the showcase tour of Asia, Jongup is attracting a lot of attention with his great dancing as well as difficult movements to such songs as Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” and Chris Brown’s “Turn On The Music.”

Jongup, currently a senior majoring in dance in Hallim arts high school, proved his great talent in dancing by receiving several awards at local competitions. Because he looks very much like Rain as both have small eyes, muscular bodies, and great talents in dancing, he’s been nicknamed Rain in his school.

The video became the most popular video on portal sites. People responded: “He really looks like Rain. Haha. His arm muscles are really great!” “It’s awesome! I also saw him tearing his shirt at the showcase. I’ll accuse him of stealing my heart.”

B.A.P recently released a new song, “Goodbye.”

Source: TV Report

T-ara, SNSD, and 2PM receive the Golden Disc in Japan

Several Korean idol groups received the Golden Disc in Japan.

On July 13, the Record Association in Japan reported that T-ara’s first album, Jewelry Box, released on June 6 in Japan, received the Golden Disc. The Golden Disc is given to artists who sell over 100,000 copies of their albums.

SNSD and 2PM also received the Golden Disc for their singles. SNSD received it for “Paparazzi,” released on June 27, and 2PM received it for “Beautiful.”

With this, T-ara, SNSD, and 2PM proved their high popularity both in Korea and Japan.

SNSD also set a meaningful record in Japan. SNSD’s first full-length album, Girls’ Generation, released on June 1, received the Million, which is given to artists who sell over a million copies of their album. The Record Association in Japan recently made an announcement about it again on its official website.

T-ara and 2PM are now active in both Korea and Japan. Recently releasing a new material, T-ara topped the charts with “Day By Day,” and 2PM are currently preparing to release a new album at the end of this year.

Source: Starnews

FT Island release a teaser video of their new Japanese EP, Top Secret

FT Island recently released a teaser video of their eighth Japanese EP, Top Secret, to be released on August 8 on their official YouTube channel.

The lead song “Top Secret” is currently attracting more attention as it has been selected as an ending theme song of NTV’s music program Happy Music for the month of July.

In the 30-second teaser video, FT Island members are showing off their mature looks. In black and white and check and cube patterns that are harmonized well together, the video gives a punky, stylish feeling.

This EP contains a total of three songs, “Top Secret,” “Beloved,” and “Here.” “Beloved” is especially attracting a lot of attention because it was composed by Lee Jae Jin, a base guitarist and a vocalist of FT Island.

The new EP of FT Island will be released in four different versions, a regular one, a limited version that includes DVD, a Lawson’s version, and a limited version that includes a video of FT Island’s summer concert tour in Japan (including the Mejamashi live concert in 2011).

In the jacket photo of Top Secret, FT Island members are showing off their charismatic, mature looks.

FT Island recently finished concert tour in Japan, attracting over 60,000 people. Starting on June 24 in Fukui, they held concerts in four cities in Japan (Tokyo,  Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukui).

Source: Xportsnews