SS501 members Heo Young Saeng & Kim Kyu Jong attend Kim Hyung Jun’s showcase

SS501 members Heo Young Saeng & Kim Kyu Jong showed their support for Kim Hyung Jun as they appeared on stage at his showcase.
To kick off the promotions for his new album ‘ESCAPE‘, Kim Hyung Jun held a showcase & mini concert at AX-Korea in Seoul on June 29th. His fellow SS501 members Heo Young Saeng & Kim Kyu Jong appeared on stage much to the surprise of the fans in attendance. Park Jung Min was reported to be in attendance but he didn’t appear on stage. Because of the numerous Japanese fans in attendance, they had a dedicated Japanese translator on stage.


Kim Hyung Jun’s younger brother Kim Ki Bum was also in attendance.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=RYdfdeP5Vk8

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G-Dragon attends Junya Watanabe’s fashion show in Paris

It seems G-Dragon is attending many of the fashion shows of famous designers during Mens Fashion Week in Paris, France.
After attending Rick Owens show yesterday, G-Dragon and his pink hair was spotted earlier today at famous Japanese designer Junya Watanabe‘s fashion show.
With his clothing and hair color, it shouldn’t be difficult for VIP’s in France to spot him.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=m8v4zORt_NU


Bonus photo attending Korean designer Juun.J‘s fashion show.


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T-ara persuades CCM to allow them to pursue both music and acting this year

T-ara has changed up their plans for the year due to their strong desire to continue expanding their acting careers.
Core Contents Media had originally asked the girls to focus on their musical activities for the rest of the year and asked to put their acting careers to the back seat for the time being. Determined to pursue both music and acting, the girls were able to persuade CEO Kim Kwang Soo to allow them to schedule for both.
Eunjung was recently confirmed for a role in SBS‘s new weekend drama, ‘Five Fingers‘, while Hyomin will be joining MBC‘s new fantasy sitcom, ‘The First Man‘. In addition, Soyeon will be making her drama debut through ‘Haeundae Lovers‘ on KBS.
Earlier this year, the company stated, “T-ara will be focusing on their album releases, Japanese promotions, and concerts this year.” As of June 29th, however, plans have changed, with representatives explaining, “The members of T-ara personally visited CEO Kim Kwang Soo and persuaded him to change his mind. He was worried about the girls’ busy schedules with their Korean comeback, Japanese promotions, concerts, and fanclub inaugurations, but the girls were very adamant about wanting to do everything they wanted, even if it meant having to squeeze it in an already packed schedule.”
Eunjung, Hyomin, and Soyeon stated, “We’ll show how hard working we are and make sure that we don’t fall behind in our music or acting.”

Source & Image: OSEN 
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TEEN TOP and INFINITE pose for a group photo before their ‘Music Bank’ special stage

TEEN TOP has shared a friendly group photo with INFINITE!
On June 29th, TEEN TOP shared on their official me2day, “Everyone watched our ‘Crazy‘ stage live, right? In a bit, TEEN TOP and INFINITE will have a special stage! We’d love it if you looked forward to it. Babam!”
Taken backstage of ‘Music Bank‘s half-year special, the two groups crowd around together for the camera ahead of their special collaboration stage. Last night, the two took turns performing “Chaser” and “To You“.
Netizens commented, “They’re all so handsome, my eyes are satisfied”, “Their stage was like eye candy for the heart”, and “Despite switching off songs, their lives were still perfect”.

Source & Image: TEEN TOP’s Official me2day
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Wonder Girls to talk about their friendly relationship with Girls’ Generation

On the upcoming episode of TV Chosun‘s ‘Entertainment in TV-the TREND‘, the Wonder Girls who became known as rivals of Girls’ Generation ever since their debut will talk about their surprising friendship with Girls’ Generation.
During the recording for Entertainment in TV-the TREND, Wonder Girls’ member Yenny shared, “Because there are a lot of things we can relate to each other and because we debuted around the same time, we contact each other often. We are so happy to see them whenever we get the chance. We text and call each other often“, confirming the closeness of both girl groups.
Sun also added, “Since we debuted around the same time, we share many similarities and can support each other.”
The episode will air on June 30th at 10PM KST.

Source & Image: Newsen via Nate
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After School shares dance practice video for “Flashback”

For those of you who wanted a closer look at After School‘s choreography, you’re in luck, as Pledis Entertainment‘s official YouTube channel uploaded the dance practice video for “Flashback“.
Check out the sexy and seductive moves below!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=IPsoes0eoU0

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Jinwoon and Changmin cheer on Jo Kwon for his “I’m Da One” performance

2AM member and now soloist Jo Kwon held his first stage performance yesterday though ‘Music Bank‘ and it seems his fellow group members came to show their support.
Jo Kwon recently shared on Twitter a picture of himself and two of the other 2AM members while writing, “Seulong hyung had to go to a [script] reading for the film ‘26 Years‘, so with Jinwoon and Changmin hyung”.
With Jo Kwon performing “I’m Da One“, Jinwoon and Changmin helped cheer him on by holding up placards that state, “U R DA ONE”.
Seeing the support of the members, fans didn’t forget to leave their own responses cheering Jo Kwon on, writing, “Jo Kwon I wish you daebak on your solo debut”, “The friendship between the 2AM members is so nice to see”, and “Fighting, Jo Kwon!”
Watch his performance below from last night and don’t forget to tune in for ‘Music Core‘ where Jo Kwon will perform “I’m Da One” as well as “Animal” (for which he will wear his 19.5cm heels)!

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Busker Busker dominates weekly charts with “If You Really Love Me”

There is no stopping Busker Busker‘s dominance on music charts as they continue to rank high with release after release.
The group revealed their ‘1st Wrap Up Album‘ on June 21st and their title track “If You Really Love Me” has swept real time charts as well as daily charts with the release, and has also now landed itself on the weekly charts as well.
On June 30th, “If You Really Love Me” took 1st place on MelOn, Mnet, Olleh, Naver Music, as well as Monkey3. The other tracks included on the album like “Neon Sign“, “It’s Hard to Face You“, and more were also seen ranked in the top 10 of various chart as well.
In related news, Busker Busker will be performing at the ‘2012 Jisan Rock Valley Festival‘ on July 27th.
Check out “If You Really Love Me” below if you didn’t catch it before!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=6SKunZTZzXc

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Over 7,000 Japanese fans attend ’2012 JYJ Membership Week’ in Korea

Starting June 29th, the members of JYJ opened up their ‘2012 JYJ Membership Week‘ at the SETEC as their first fan service project sponsored by C-JeS Entertainment.
The project took four months of preparation and is chock full of JYJ related content that is accessible by fans who hold JYJ membership, for completely free.
The agency had announced previously that they had invited 7,024 Japanese fans to Korea just for this event. They kept their word and sure enough, the 7,024 fans left Japan on the 28th and 29th through 14 airports to make it to the event on the morning of the 29th. Fans were greeted by pictures, 3D videos, and other various booths upon arrival at the event.
One Japanese fan Utaka Kimie (49) expressed, “It’s an event that can’t be found in Japan. I was really touched by the amount of work that was put into it. I was disappointed because I couldn’t see JYJ as often in Japan so I’m thankful that such an event was created.”
Miyakawa Eri (28) stated, “I was so surprised to hear that everything was free. I feel like I’ve received an extravagant gift. I think I’ll be a fan of JYJ for life.”
CEO Baek Chang Joo also stated, “This exposition is an opportunity not only to put on display the works of JYJ but for fans to experience these things with them. I believe that we were greeted by twice the number of Japanese fans compared to other Hallyu events because the event was free and allowed participation to anyone that had the absolute minimum means.”
He continued, “I feel that there needs to be more variety in Hallyu content now that concerts have already built a foundation for itself. Events such as these create memories for fans, and artists can share their own stories with them.”
JYJ will be holding a fan meet event with the fans at the exposition on the 30th.



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MYNAME releases video teaser for upcoming Japanese track, “Summer Party”

As reported previously, MYNAME is set to make their Japanese debut with their upcoming Japanese single ‘Message‘. The boys have already released the music video for the Japanese version of their title track “Message”, and now they have unveiled a teaser for their coupling track on the single, “Summer Party“.
The video teaser shows the boys hanging out with one another while enjoying a bbq party in a backyard, which seems to perfectly suit the upbeat track for the summer.
Check it out below!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=YrB0YWVyBWg

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Super Junior releases highlight medley for ‘Sexy, Free & Single’

After revealing a short video teaser yesterday as well as announcing their tracklist, Super Junior is back with a new video to tease us further!
The new video released through SM Entertainment‘s YouTube channel is a highlight medley giving you a sample of the tracks included on the upcoming 6th album, ‘Sexy, Free & Single‘.
As mentioned previously, the new album will contain a total of 10 songs: “Sexy, Free & Single”, “From U”, “Gulliver”, “Someday”, “Now”, “Rockstar”, “Bittersweet”, “Papillon”, “Lingering”, and “Breakup Day”.
Without further ado, check it out below!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=NaXmVrxiS2I

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T-ara responds to the camera mishap during their ‘Music Bank’ performance

On the June 29th broadcast of ‘Music Bank’s half-year wrap up special, T-ara temporarily halted their preparations for their comeback with “Day by Day” to perform their hit song “Lovey Dovey“.
However, their broadcast of their performance did not go off without a hitch as the cameras suddenly cut to a scene of the empty corner stage, leaving the members out of the scene for a split second.
This is not ‘Music Bank’s first camera accident. Earlier this year, Brave Girls also met with a similar accident in which the camera captured the cameramen in floor below the stage. Furthermore, during Wonder Girl‘s comeback stage on June 8th, the camera also suddenly cut away from the members as they were giving their performance.
Fans commented, “I can’t see T-ara“, “”Music Bank’ continues to repeat the same mistakes“, “It’s been a while since I’ve seen T-ara so I am disappointed at ‘Music Bank’“, and “They need to be more cautious from now on“.
However, rather than being disappointed, T-ara and their management responded optimistically. “Before leaving for Japan again, the girls relayed a message of gratitude for the camera directors who worked hard for 12 hours in the midst of tension, and captured the beautiful moments of the girls, and asked them to continue capturing T-ara beautifully for their “Day by Day” stage as well,” said their agency.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=kp4xbxTX8IE

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Check out the documentary footage of Donica’s meeting with SHINee and Super Junior

The 15 year old Donica Streling, who found hope after listening to K-Pop, finally fulfilled her wish to meet her favorite K-Pop stars, SHINee and Super Junior, earlier this month.
While in Korea, Donica had an opportunity to receive gifts from the idol stars, and the young teen also confessed her love for them by speaking in Korean, something she has been practicing for the past year.
The official documentary of her trip was recently broadcast through MBC, and highlights her stay in Korea and features a close look at the interaction between the her and the SHINee and Super Junior members.
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SHINee & Super Junior cut

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=GaZu7JhUJlQ

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CHI CHI says “Love is Energy” on ‘Music Core’!

CHI CHI has finally returned with their third and newest digital single titled “Love is Energy“!
The 5-member group, including new member Shine, recently wrapped up promotions in Japan. They’ll be continuing with promotions for “Love is Energy”, which was released on June 29th KST.
The girls have been receiving a wide array of positive feedback this time around, and they’ve been garnering much attention for their catchy ‘hand blender’ move in the choreography for “Love is Energy”.
Check out the girls’ comeback stage below, and be sure to catch the rest of today’s performances here.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=sfnda6hPSbk

SISTAR returns with new summer single “Loving U” on ‘Music Core’

4-member girl group SISTAR has returned with their new summer single “Loving U“!
SISTAR’s “Loving U” music video headlined for costing $172,000 USD, and the track achieved an all-kill on charts soon after its release. Talented production duo ‘Duble Sidekick‘ were the geniuses behind the track itself, which further sparked interest from fans.
Watch SISTAR’s summer-themed comeback stage with ”Loving U” which includes a special summer remix, and the rest of today’s ‘Music Core’ performances here.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=IuTlHEbnp60

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‘First generation’ idol Kim E-Z of Baby V.O.X. reveals how idols dated back in the day

“First generation” idol Kim E-Z of Baby V.O.X. will be opening up about anti-fans and secret relationships between idols on the upcoming July 1st broadcast of Story On‘s ‘Lee Seung Yeon and 100 Women‘.
Other first generation idols including S.E.S‘ Shoo and Chakra‘s Lee Eun are also sharing their stories from their groups’ active days.
E-Z, who’s currently a married mother of one, revealed, “[Back in the day, idols would] date by hiding notes in flower pots at television stations or behind clothes hangers that stylists would pull around [on racks].”
She also discussed Baby V.O.X.’s run-ins with anti-fans: “When news of [fellow] member Kan Mi Yeon dating H.O.T‘s Moon Hee Jun spread, anti-fans started to continuously scream ‘[Go away]‘ when we were on stage and a lot of mail would arrive at our dorm with knives in them.”
Also during filming, Shoo revealed that she’s currently cultivating a garden to spend time with her kid, while Lee Eun shared that she’s currently acting as the office head for her father-in-law’s company on top of raising three children.
It’s interesting to find out what idols do after leaving the music industry. What do you expect your favorite stars to be doing ten years from now?

Source: Osen
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G.NA meets up with the Trouble Maker duo backstage at ‘Music Bank’

“2HOT” singer G.NA shared some adorable selcas taken with the Trouble Maker duo, Hyunseung of B2ST and HyunA of 4minute.
She posted to Twitter on the 30th KST, “At yesterday’s ‘Music Bank‘, it’s been a while since I’ve gotten together with sexy Hyun-bak and awesome Hyunseung! It’s my last performance [on the show] so seeing them gave me strength~ Hyun-bak & Hyungseung = 2HOT TROUBLE MAKER baby.”
The three idols definitely look like they’re having fun in the photos G.NA shared.
Fans commented, “I guess G.NA’s close with Trouble Maker,” “Beauty competition between HyunA and G.NA?” and “How can you guys be this adorable~.”
Check out G.NA and Trouble Maker’s ‘Music Bank’ performances here if you missed them!

Source + Photo: G.NA’s Twitter
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Real Wonder Girls’ “Like This” 1st place episode released

A new episode of the ‘Real Wonder Girls‘ is out!
In this “1st Place Episode”, cameras follow the Wonder Girls backstage on a music show after their win with “Like This“.
Watch the clip of the excited Wonder Girls members below!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=dG1OhHC3Q4k

JYJ’s global popularity gets noticed in France

A French media source has reported on JYJ‘s popularity in South America.
On June 27th, the French media source wrote an article titled “K-pop conquers S.America” on JYJ’s global popularity.
The article reported that K-pop idol groups’ addictive lyrics and synchronized dancing have Latin American fans accepting the culture.
It also mentioned JYJ’s world tour, which made stops in Germany, Chile, Peru, and more: “Korean idol group JYJ traveled to Peru on the other side of world, and from Asia, Europe, to South America, they have taken the world by storm.”
“JYJ Membership Week, that will be held today, is estimated to bring in 7,000 Japanese fans, and about 3,500 hotel rooms have been reserved in Seoul.”
On another note, JYJ Membership week has started on June 28th and will continue for four days at SETEC near Hangnyeol Station.
Source & Image: Financial News via Naver

SISTAR returns with new summer single “Loving U” on ‘Music Bank’

4-member girl group SISTAR has returned with their new summer single “Loving U“!
SISTAR’s “Loving U” music video headlined for costing $172,000 USD, and the track achieved an all-kill on charts soon after its release.
Watch SISTAR’s special performances of “Alone“, “How Dare You“, “So Cool” as well as their comeback performance of ”Loving U” below, and the rest of today’s half-year special ‘Music Bank’ performances here.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=geF39tB-cnk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=tgDxgWpwe94

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