M3LAQ Make Some Comments Joon & Thunder - No One is Amused + Netizen Comments

[seroquels.livejournal.com]

On this day, three remaining members (Seungho, Mir, G.O) of MBLAQ made a comeback as M3LAQ and held a showcase for the group's 8th mini album, "Mirror." This was their first official appearance as a trio after Lee Joon and Thunder left the group. Accordingly, many questions flooded the event.
The three members all commented how difficult the past 6 months were. G.O even revealed, "I was in denial and lived in a virtual reality world (games). I had to mindlessly focus on something to keep my mind busy so I wouldn't be reminded of bad memories."

Immediately, people at the showcase emphasized with how empty the three members must have felt after Lee Joon and G.O's withdrawal. The atmosphere became solemn and it seemed as if everyone was about to outpour words of encouragement and support for M3LAQ's new start despite the hardships.

However, the group's following comments caused the diss controversy. Even though M3LAQ officially stated their support for Lee Joon and Thunder as well as a desire to create a win-win relationship, M3LAQ answered, "We use telepathy" when asked about whether they still kept in touch with Lee Joon and Thunder. In addition, they commented, "We're better at singing than the members who left." Negative images of Lee Joon and Thunder were quickly established as M3LAQ already mentioned how much hardship they had to endure due to Lee Joon and Thunder's withdrawal. Undoubtedly, the members were merely joking in an attempt to lighten the atmosphere. However, one cannot help but wish that M3LAQ were more careful with their words.

M3LAQ also indirectly revealed that their track "Mirror" talks about Lee Joon and Thunder. Seungho commented, "Everyone will have a different interpretation. I want to reveal everything (about Lee Joon and Thunder's withdrawal), but I don't want to ruin the memories we have."

M3LAQ members' bond with each other became stronger after experiencing a big change. They also developed a unique color different from before, and in addition, being a rare male trio group enabled them to enter a niche market of the music world. Their future is bright.

Consequently, such diss controversy upset many fans who have seen MBLAQ's 5 members depend on each other and hoped for them perform together one day in the future. While it is understandable that the conflict between M3LAQ and Lee Joon and Thunder will not be resolved overnight, it must be straightened out for them to become a source of strength for each other.





Article: Mir "MBLAQ's pay division? 1/3 is more comfortable than 1/5" laughter ensues

Source: Newsen via Nate

1. [+579, -39] But I'm pretty sure they made more when they were splitting 1/5 than 1/3..?;;;

2. [+431, -93] Speaking coldly, MBLAQ doesn't really have a representative song and I don't remember them ever being that popular for an idol group? Block B, BtoB, and TEEN TOP are doing way better

3. [+313, -45] These kids are not extras

4. [+23, -3] Why do they keep talking about the members who left... whether directly or indirectly, it makes me uncomfortable to see them bringing them up in negative connotations...

5. [+22, -1] The hate should be directed at the broadcast shows for constantly mentioning the members who left. I'm sure it's frustrating for MBLAQ and the other two who are doing fine with their solo activities.

6. [+20, -4] Lee Joon is the only member in MBLAQ who represented the group in a visual and talents way. He was the pivotal point of MBLAQ's image. I don't know what these three are intending to accomplish... they have no visual, no dancer.. just good music but the members don't have the potential to land a big hit or anything.

7. [+20, -6] I'm in my thirties... and out of the idol songs, I remember MBLAQ's being rather good but none of them were quite popular ㅋㅋㅋ the most disgusted I've been with an idol song was probably TEEN TOP's "Don't Spray Perfume"

8. [+18, -4] MBLAQ has only made it this far for being known as the group with Lee Joon in it. Without him, they're nothing.


Article: MBLAQ, "Lyrics about Lee Joon and Thunder? It's true that we used the situation of their leave in our lyrics"

Source: TV Report via Naver

1. [+2,627, -206] I thought they broke up on good terms... kind of a bit much for them to say this so directly like that ㅋㅋ

2. [+1,708, -60] I remember GO said a bunch of things about Lee Joon on Twitter.. doesn't really sound like they ended on good terms.

3. [+1,150, -63] I understand why they'd be upset at having to go without Lee Joon and Thunder..

4. [+900, -66] ㅋㅋ They're quite honest, aren't they. Fighting.

5. [+262, -18] That GO kid must really hate the members who left. You read the lyrics and he beats around the bush but the hate is still there ㅋ

6. [+253, -11] GO sounds like he was heavily betrayed by the other two... It would be better for him to keep those feelings to himself, however, at least for the future. He may be mad now but he might also regret saying all this later on. No matter how mad he is, it's never good to publicly expose a relationship like this. Just say positive things and stay quiet, better times will come in the future... that's what life is..

7. [+256, -18] However they feel, I understand.. but they should be more careful with their words. It makes them look desperate hanging on like this.

8. [+186, -9] ㅋㅋㅋ They don't even deny it, they admit to the diss... they must have a lot stored up inside.

9. [+189, -16] It doesn't seem fair that they talk about Lee Joon like this considering he waited to leave until his contracts expired and Lee Joon did everything expected of him within his contract term.

10. [+185, -19] Whether they ended on good terms or not, seems a bit much that they put down the members who left like this when they left because their contracts expired, fair and square

11. [+161, -19] Well you can't expect them to be comfortable about having two members leave... the article is biased

12. [+159, -26] I guess GO still has his hot temper. I remember he reprimanded his own fans for criticizing his company and now this time he's dissing his own members... Does he not think that attitudes like this have a fault in dismantling a team?

13. [+136, -15] MBLAQ only made it this far because of Lee Joon. They should be grateful for him, not blaming him for leaving. If they had debuted as a trio like this from the start, they would've failed, just like GO's old group.

14. [+116, -12] Sounds like they didn't end on good terms... the negative emotions are all still there. It's honestly no one's fault, I'm sure they're all at fault in their own ways...

15. [+102, -6] At the end of the day, people chose the paths best for them and I'm sure you can't expect everyone to be comfortable with that.

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Source: Nate

1. [+592, -54] It's not like they left mid-contract, they fulfilled their contracts and left when it expired, why rag on them for that, it's pathetic;;; it's not like they can live forever as MBLAQ and their company barely supported them and they saw no future, even I wouldn't want to stay ㅡㅡ

2. [+524, -48] We'll never what happened with their leave but either way, they fulfilled their contracts and waited for them to expire. I don't think it's right to openly diss them like this.

3. [+433, -40] They honestly sound pathetic...

4. [+46, -0] This makes me not like the three. I get that they can be upset but the other two fulfilled their contracts, it's not fair to talk about them like this. Well, I guess this is the reason the group never worked out.

5. [+43, -0] Come on, you guys were once friends... you should be blessing them to do well.


Sources: KPOPSTARZ | Netizen Buzz (1)(2)| NATE(1) (2)


They're coming across bitter with some of these comments. IDK what to think. I really hope they just drop it now that they've said their piece. This is nagl.

Comments

[hipployta.livejournal.com]

Seungho tied it up nicely...and then...please be quiet Byunghee

I knew this would reflect badly in them too. JTC is a pit so why stay *smh*

[in-noctem.livejournal.com]

"1. [+592, -54] It's not like they left mid-contract, they fulfilled their contracts and left when it expired, why rag on them for that, it's pathetic;;; it's not like they can live forever as MBLAQ and their company barely supported them and they saw no future, even I wouldn't want to stay ㅡㅡ"

This is what I want to know tbh. It would make more sense if Joon and Thunder filed a lawsuit or something and that caused a riff between them. I wonder what in the world happened behind the scenes that created this animosity.

[mamamoos.livejournal.com]

yeah. tbh i don't understand all the drama that surrounds people leaving groups anyway like what is all this betrayal stuff? it's lit a job

[samfrack.livejournal.com]

Damn, I wanted to be happy about their comeback. It's understandable to be upset that two people left but they're shooting themselves in the foot with airing dirty laundry like this.

[mamamoos.livejournal.com]

they really are i can only think they're looking for publicity it's just sad

[yuzuruhanyu.livejournal.com]

man i used to love these guys so much

im having little sympathy for them since joon and thunder fulfilled their contracts and didn't bounce halfway, and tbh their lyrics go really beyond healthy venting....but i expected this from g.o lol he's always been a douchebag but from the other two....hmmm

i hope joon stays smart and keeps his mouth shut, let them dig their own graves

[e-bone (from livejournal.com)]

IDK. I'd been hearing from KA+ that there were multiple translations and some tried to frame their words in a way that sounded worse than it is. I guess I'm taking this all with a grain of salt...

[hurtmybones.livejournal.com]

eh even if some of these quotes aren't as bad as they sound g.o's been acting like an idiot since day 1

[simplyseasalt.livejournal.com]

Their anger will die down after time..

[nana-the-dwarf.livejournal.com]

Meanwhile though, they're pretty much digging their own graves with this bitterness. Maybe they (mainly GO as I see it) have their reasons to dislike Joon and Thunder so much, but this is making them seem way unprofessional at the very least. Those two left cleanly.

The way I see it, it's one of those "loyalty" situations, but what's the use of being so devoted towards a company when they're not giving it back?

[hurtmybones.livejournal.com]

fucking g.o....... seungho needs to leave these two fools bc they'll end up dragging him down with them

[gray-fairy.livejournal.com]

Block B, BtoB, and TEEN TOP are doing way better
I get Block B and even Tin Tap to some extent but BtoB? I thought they were considered almost nugus except for Sungjae's recent popularity.

As for these 3, they sound so bitter tho.

[seroquels.livejournal.com]

Maybe they're referring to their recent jump in fanclub membership? But yea, the inclusion of BtoB made me scratch my head too.

[atopworld.livejournal.com]

Okay some of what I read here was not what I read a few days ago....? G.O said the two of us are better singers, but the two of them were better dancers....and that's not even in the article.

Things seems to be stirring up. It looks like their comeback has a bad aura, because apparently G.O is in the hospital for vocal nods.

[seroquels.livejournal.com]

Well the first article is from kpopstarz, so *grain of salt*. Its still a petty comment tho imho. Seungho is a dancer and PSH still has interest in being a singer...but who knows. G.O should just jeep it zipped at this point.

Shoot! I meant to post that one too! But my work pc is like 2001 dial up so I was so frustrated i closed the tab and forgot the other article was on the same page.

[iznanassi.livejournal.com]

On the one hand I think people need to stop being obtuse as to why they're bitter. Obviously you'd be a little peeved if after a long hiatus people changed their mind about their career path and decided to leave, it does affect them regardless of whether their contracts were up or not. They have the right to be annoyed about that and voice it and imo there's nothing these two couldn't have done while still in MBLAQ.

That being said I'm wondering if they tried to move companies bc JTune is absolute trash, so I don't blame Joon/Thunder for leaving and not wanting to be attached to it. And now that they've spoken their minds as prompted they'll kind of veer away from that. JTune also needs to step in bc it's not like they didn't have a hand in the decision.

[evilvalenstrife.livejournal.com]

Mte

[lolylen.livejournal.com]

that's so childish.

I never feel bad for idols who who get bitter after members leave the group..bc being forced to stay when you don't want to just for the sake of others seems more unfair to me.whether lawsuit was involved or not.
and most of them will end up going their separate ways at some point anyway so i don't see the point.

[jrt131n.livejournal.com]

Ummmmmmm....Seungho tho....he he actually is a really good dancer....so yeah, your argument is invalid....

[luvey.livejournal.com]

I can understand them feeling a little bitter and betrayed. sure they didn't bounce in mid contract, but there is probably more to the story behind the scenes. sure they could be a bit more mature, but the wound must be deep.

honestly, as a group, they sound better as a trio.

[capedavenger.livejournal.com]

i do like their sound as a trio, but i might be in the minority who enjoyed joon's voice and thought his voice would have been nice for this song.

[honeebs.livejournal.com]

ouch those comment
Joon was a beautiful visual that is true and Rain did pick because he looked good. ha So they are half right. But they earned their place and worked hard with every release KR and JP as 5. If their feelings are still hurting say that then. I'm going to let it slide. If they don't find away to shut down the questions before they are asked I can see them making asses out of themselves before this release is over. And then they will really be left behind.

[winegums.livejournal.com]

for once I'm with the netizens on this one....the remaining 3 are not exactly wrong to be hurt but ffs, publicly airing dirty laundry is just a big NO esp. in Korea.

Like everyone says, it's not even as if they filed a lawsuit or left mid-contract, thy served out their full contracts and then didn't sign on for more. It's p much above board.

[iamtheliquorr.livejournal.com]

If this lot are trying to make me feel relieved and not bummed that Joon bailed out of this sinking ship, they're doing a bang-up job

I'm seriously disgusted with their behavior right now. This is straight-up childish and unprofessional. This is some Taylor Swift Bad Blood realness

[kawaaiipie.livejournal.com]

They were just channeling their feels, but the song isn't about them lol. It's hilarious how much hate their getting for answering questions truthfully. Watch the subbed showcase and instead of going by the knetz comments.

[kawaaiipie.livejournal.com]

It seem more J+ rather than random netizen comments lol. Their not badmouthing or hating on the others, but answering questions their being asked. Journalist are trying to feed off the drama because their purposely trying to make their comments negative and sadly it's working. Yes they used their feelings about the breakup, but not the song is not about or directed towards the others.

Seung-ho replied, “Well, some of you may think like that. But the thing is, we do not blame them. It’s true we were disappointed once, but things are over now, and we just want to leave good times behind us. We hope people don’t take the song seriously,” he explained.

“The song does not have anything to do with the former members. No,” said G.O.

Everyone keeps mentioning their contract being over, but that doesn't mean something didn't happen behind the scenes. It's unfair judge them and label them as bitter when no one knows what really happened. It will be interesting to see them 5 or 10 years down the road if they will open up about what went down like g.o.d. did. I feel like a lot people are going to be eating their words because painting someone as a the victim without proof doesn't always end well.

[jaelissi.livejournal.com]

Joon is doing fine. He sent a message of support, so I don't think J+ has any stake in bringing MBLAQ down at this point. Most J+ are also hardcore A+ anyway.

[jaelissi.livejournal.com]

I wish an article about G.O collapsing and his vocal cord issues had received more attention than trash like this. I don't agree whit how they're handling this, but damn. Have some human compassion. It's totally understandable that they might be hurt. Why does something like this get blown up and not a peep about their well being or the fact that all of the songs on the album are actually good?

[seroquels.livejournal.com]

My bad. I meant to post that article too, but forgot.

[cosmopudin.livejournal.com]

I want good things for my bb MBLAQ not this shit

[dokyungsoo.livejournal.com]

lol they should be glad that they even had joon in the first place tbh, he was this group's only saving grace

[angela-derp-otp.livejournal.com]

i see nothing wrong with what they said tbh, they were keeping it real and weren't even talking bitterly about it? idk

[staaan.livejournal.com]

joon and thunder may have waited until their contracts expired but like... i'm 99% sure there was other drama behind the scenes and some of y'all are awfully quick to ignore that lmao

[iamoutoftime.livejournal.com]

Rather than guessing there was a drama behind the scenes, anyone can see Mblaq have been drowning in problems for a long while now. Are you interested in discussing that here? If not, I'll come back later and post my rant anyway.

[lightframes.livejournal.com]

Sounds like they tried to joke to avoid actually discussing it and it came out terribly. They don't sound angry, more like... uncomfortable, and I get it.

[jesymphony.livejournal.com]

So much of these comments would depend on the tone and delivery, which just doesn't come through in print and can be misconstrued depending on the recipient. While yeah, they could have worded themselves differently - keeping in mind that this is a translation - I get why they said what they did. Also MBLAQ have never been one of those groups to pussyfoot around answers. If they get asked a question, chances are they're gonna straight up answer it.

We don't know what happened behind the scenes with the members, but I'm not gonna judge the remaining boys for being honest with how they feel even if the way they express it isn't to everyone's tastes.

beside where is the lie in saying that they're better singers then Joon/Thunder though even if it was just a joke, imo that's not hate that's fact /shot