Leessang’s first title song will be “Turned Off the TV…”

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The first title song for Leessang’s upcoming 7th album “AsuRa BalBalTa” will be “Turned Off the TV…”, which was teased by multiple videos starring various Korean celebrities such as Simon D, Kim Jong Kook, and Jung Juri.

People had previously been confused as to what the promotional videos meant as they each featured a star alone in a room watching TV until he or she decides to turn it off. Now everything becomes more clear as the situation has to do with the actual song and its meaning.

The chorus of the song goes, “I love you so much that I turned off the TV,” expressing the harmony of a woman’s rational persuasion with a man’s instinctual nature through a sensual sound and a refined, slow tempo.

Instead of being macho and strong like Leessang’s previous works, it will be more closely related to sensitive emotions.

“Turned Off the TV…” will also feature the talented Yoon Mi Rae and the rising Indie band 10cm.

The MV will be produced by Leessang’s very own Gil and the album will drop on August 22nd.


Source: allkpop

Move over Jessica, the new title of Ice Princess goes to...

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The August 14th episode of SBS’s ‘Kim Yuna’s Kiss & Cry‘ captivated viewers with its impressive performances and finally revealed the winners of the show, who would have the honor of participating in Kim Yuna’s upcoming ice show ‘Samsung Galaxy★Hauzen All That Skate Summer 2011‘.

We previously reported that f(x)’s Krystal and Lee Dong Hun would attempt the highest difficulty lift during this episode. Well, not only did they manage to successfully pull off the difficult lift, but they also wowed both the judges and viewers with their best performance yet.

( Grand Prix Finale )

( Photos )

( All Performances )

Nate (1, 2)
Sports Seoul (1, 2, 3)
akp (1, 2, 3)
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edited with subbed & backstage clips :)

Spy Myung Wol to Replace Han Ye Seul Who Has Left Korea for Los Angeles

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mods, I omitted parts about the op's reaction

‘Spy Myung Wol’ production company to sue Han Ye Seul on civil and criminal charges

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On August 16th, the production company of KBS’s ‘Spy Myung Wol‘, Lee Kim Productions, released an official statement claiming that they will be suing actress Han Ye Seul on civil and criminal charges due to her refusal to meet her filming commitments.

Their official press release reads as follows:

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Source + Photos: Star News via Nate + AKP

Prepare To Have Your Mind Blown, Everyone!

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In a strange turn of events, Han Ye Seul has expressed her intention to return to the cast of KBS drama “Myung Wol the Spy” today, just hours after landing in Los Angeles in an apparent move to withdraw from the show.

In a press release just moments ago, Han Ye Seul’s agency said, “We would like to apologize for coming to you with such shameful news. Both Han Ye Seul and her agency sidusHQ feels responsible for the whole controversy. Han Ye Seul has been extremely tired both mentally and physically with her busy filming schedule, and that has clouded her judgments at the time. We are sincerely sorry for causing extreme damage to so many people. We will do our best to have her return to Korea and resume filming as soon as possible, and we’ll make sure to do our best until the end of the show. Once again, we would like to express our sincere apologies to everyone involved in this issue.”

Multiple local reports have also confirmed Han Ye Seul’s return to Korea. The production crew of “Myung Wol the Spy” was quoted as saying, “On August 16th, Han Ye Seul has expressed her intention to return to Korea and rejoin the show. But the production team is undecided on whether they would accept her back at this point.” Also, an official close to the producers said, “Han Ye Seul, who arrived in LA earlier today, told her representative that she would return to Korea as soon as she buys the flight ticket.”

KBS, on the other hand, has not made any decisions regarding her comeback to the filming crew. Ko Young Tak, the head of KBS’s Drama Department, said at a press conference today, “Only if she (Han Ye Seul) returns in time and doesn’t delay of the production of episode 12 airing next Monday, we will discuss the matter with the production team and decide then.”

If Han Ye Seul does return to the cast, it seems likely “Myung Wol the Spy” will be able to resume airing soon. KBS had raised the possibility of replacing Han Ye Seul to another actress and it was inevitable to tweak the storyline a little bit. They also said they would take proper legal action to file a lawsuit against the star actress.

Earlier today, Han Ye Seul was spotted at the LAX Airport in Los Angeles where she told local media, “I gave up everything. The working environment was just too hard for me.” She said the poor working environment and differences between her and the production crew had caused the entire dispute and hinted at the possibility of even ending her celebrity career in Korea. Due to her sudden departure, “Myung Wol the Spy” was not able to air on Monday and instead showed a condensed highlight show titled “Myung Wol the Spy Special.”

Source: thunderstix @ soompi

Han Ye Seul's Mama flies to Korea

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Han Ye-seul's mother who lives in LA arrived in Korea to take care of matters regarding Han Ye-seul's refusal to shoot the drama and unnoticed absence. However, regardless, it seems Han Ye-seul has departed for the States.

According to the entertainment biz on the 16th, her mother arrived at Incheon International Airport in the morning. She is well known for her active participation in her daughter's career. It looks like the management has decided to hold hands with the management Sidus HQ to resolve things.

They have come to an agreement to negotiate terms and try to persuade Han Ye-seul. Word that the shoot will resume on the 17th seems to have something to do with this.

However, as news that Han Ye-seul has left the country got out, the matters seems to have gotten even more complicated. Her management said, "We don't understand why Han Ye-seul would depart if she knew her mother was coming. We only checked that her name was on the departure list but we are not sure she really left".

Her house is empty and there is no way of contacting her so there might be a possibility that she doesn't know her mother is here.

Han Ye-seul's mother and her management are going to talk about things this morning. Not only about the drama but if or not she has a boyfriend and if so, her plans for marriage and resuming her career as an actress.

Her management said, "We will talk to her mother and understand the circumstances then put out an official statement as soon as we can".

source: hancinema & news @ nate

A South Korean's unwanted war legacy from Japan

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In 1944, he was abducted from his village by Japanese soldiers and forced to dig tunnels at a World War II camp. In 2005, he learned he was mistakenly listed among Japan's war dead at a Tokyo shrine.

Kim Hui-jong, 86, of South Korea, has been trying to get Japan to remove his name from a list of that country's World War II dead: “I never fought for the Japanese; I was a forced laborer."

For most of his life, Kim Hui-jong has kept what he considers a shameful secret. In 1944, as a teenager, he was abducted from his village in northern Korea by Japanese soldiers and forced to dig tunnels at a World War II military camp on the island of Saipan.
( It would take him a decade of marriage to tell his wife about his past )

Source: latintimes

Beast gets screwed

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Cube Entertainment has just revealed to allkpop that B2ST was unable to enter Japan due to problems with their visas. Consequently, their upcoming promotions have been canceled and they’ve returned to Korea.

On the morning of August 16th, B2ST arrived at Japan’s Haneda Airport. However, they couldn’t pass through customs and were put on standby for over eight hours. Afterwards, they cleared their planned schedules and boarded a plane back to Korea at 8:00.

A representative from Cube Entertainment stated, “Universal Music (B2ST’s Japanese label) is responsible for the distribution of B2ST’s music in Japan. We definitely corresponded with them about the schedule and visa matters. We were even informed in advance that there were no problems.”

Originally, B2ST was going to promote their first album ‘SO BEAST’, which was fully released in Japan on the 10th, before returning to Korea.

B2ST was also going to participate in a surprise event and attend the premiere of Hollywood blockbuster “Shanghai“ since the movie was using their song “Fiction“ in its promotions.

Cube Entertainment said, “Regarding the standby situation at the airport, we are currently asking the Japanese label about the exact problem and trying to understand the details. From now on, we promise thorough preparations to prevent future problems in B2ST’s Japanese activities.”

source: akp

:<< po bbs

TOPLESS YOSEOB IN BED

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B2ST’s Junhyung recently tweeted a photo of fellow member Yoseob that has excited fans everywhere. Along with the photo he wrote, “Resident of the second floor, Yang Yoseob. Breathtaking backside.”

Though Yoseob is mostly covered by a blanket, he is laying topless in his bed while browsing through some fan cafes.

He commented on Junhyung’s picture, “You’re officially crazy. This is… come on, this is too revealing,” to which Junhyung replied, “You’re not that great.” Yoseob got his last word, leaving the argument with, “Back at you.”

Netizens commented, “My heart is beating faster. The breathtaking backside really is taking my breath away” and “I’m getting nervous even though he’s covered up.”

B2ST will be participating in ‘Musiclympic – The One’ concert to be held August 30th to promote environmental friendliness.

Source & Photo: Asia Today; Junhyung's twitter
Credits: Allkpop

I hope this is the start of a nekkid photos war in Beast

A woman sings about how much she loves her ugly boyfriend...

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 Mi - I Love You My Baby

Source: AsianDream2013

Bullshit! That guy doesn't look chubby or even have a beard! Sweet song, though.

Guess Who ft. some hotel CEO

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koreasarang

Leessang - Turned Off The TV (feat. Tasha & Kwon Jungyeol)

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Source:  HighLife159

Chaera reveal photos in school uniforms

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Nate


I wish I could go to Nolza

Artist Profile: Eddie Shin (Aziatix)

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Sources: Rasckita, kca92, cucumber, theAziatix, hypnoticasia

After School Super Sexy Audio

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Source: ar100akb

This is the reason Japan wins at life.

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Because it produces things like this: meet Showa Jidai or Old Men's Generation.

Source: smapfun @YouTube.

sobbing i love you forever, little 日本

khunyoung is dead, woosu rules all

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2pm


GET A BATHROOM.

Rain+Sailor Moon=Win

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Rain releases his latest digital single "Busan Woman" on August 16th. The song was written and composed by the talented artist himself and is a gift to fans from Rain himself. On August 15th, he posted on Twitter, "Today at midnight, 'Busan Woman' is finally available to the public. Enjoy. And this, we'll find her some fans in Busan," and revealed an image.

The image is revealed to be a photoshopped photo of Rain himself onto the body of Miyuu Sawai as Sailor Moon.

Netizens left comments such as , "Sailor Bi is daebak ku ku."

Rain performed in Busan for two days, the 13th and 14th and will continue in Daegu on the 18th, Jeju on September 3rd, Guangju on September 17th, Daejon on September 18th, and finally in Seoul on September 24th and 25th.

Source: newsen & koreaboo

Rookie band Yanghwajin reveals "Roly Poly" cover

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Though the band still hasn't officially debuted, they've been keeping themselves busy with their "Smells Like Teen Spirit" tour, and every now and then making a music video of their own. While they did rock covers of Kpop songs such as 2NE1's "Can't Nobody" and miss A's "Good Girl Bad Girl", and had their own song on the soundtrack of "City Hunter", the band recently revealed yet another cover. This time, Yanghwajin took T-ara's "Roly Poly" and made their own version of the song, as well as an accompanying music video.

The 5 members are seen to be having fun while dancing and jumping around in their practice room, as well as acting out part of the original song's story while walking around in a city.

The band also revealed their official facebook page and official Daum Cafe earlier this year.

Source: YanghwajinMsian, OfficialYanghwajin & koreaboo

Tracklist for G.Na's 'Top Girl'

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Cube Entertainment has just revealed to allkpop the tracklist and cover of G.NA’s second mini-album, “Top Girl“!
Her title track has been revealed to be “Top Girl“, which was produced by hitmakers Kim Do Hoon and Lee Sang Ho, two producers she’s been working with ever since her debut. The song is also special in that it features lyrics written by singer Wheesung.
With an addictive, powerful melody and a modern sound, the song lives up to its name by playing up G.NA’s confident and sexy ‘Top Girl’ image.
This album also aims to broaden the spectrum of her musical style, as it contains a song she personally helped write called “Banana“. Famous hip hop rapper Swings guest-featured in the song to support her comeback.
Other tracks include an emotional ballad titled “Without You” and an addictive hook song called “ICON“. Both songs are expected to showcase not only her growth, but her ability to pull off different styles.
With the album release set for August 23rd, G.NA is said to be busily spending her days preparing for her official comeback.

Source: AKP

LMAO at Swings being in a song called Banana, is he going to mention how he is "no homo" at the end of each line. Mods, I'm guessing Cube sent Allkpop a message or something since there is no source on their site. Why is there food on the floor, it doesnt even look like it's been touched , G.Na why you hold bottle like that?

‘Star King’ apologizes for distorting Muslims in its latest episod

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The production team of SBS’s ‘Star King‘ released an official apology for the controversy they caused over a depiction of Muslims during their August 13th broadcast.

On August 15th, the team wrote a letter titled “We are apologizing for our description about the Muslim culture“, which was uploaded onto the show’s official homepage.

The letter stated, “August 13th’s broadcast last week featured a segment called ‘18 year old girl from Saudi Arabia, Ruby’s dream’. While introducing the guest, some contents could’ve been viewed as if we were belittling Saudi Arabian religion and traditions. We apologize for our mistake.”

The team also added, “We only wished to emphasize the guest’s desire for singing and did not have any intentions to belittle the Muslim culture. We will take extreme measures from now on so that we don’t bring about any further misunderstandings over our depictions and interpretations of different religions and cultures featured in our program.”

August 13th’s broadcast of ‘Star King’ was swept up in a controversy after it aired footage of a man dressed as an Arab threatening MC Kang Ho Dong while holding a rifle. It was criticized widely among netizens for degrading the Muslim religion and culture.

The production team has meanwhile stopped the “replay service” for this particular episode for the time being so that the controversial contents can be edited out.

Source: AKP Nate

I'm glad netizens called this shit out. "Could've"...ok

[PHOTOSHOOT] MBLAQ REMAINS STUNNING IN INKIGAYO MAGAZINE.

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( clickity click (image heavy) ► ► )

Sources: bestiz and absolutemblaq

This post is cursed you should all know, it took ages to work and no one needs to hear the tragic story behind it, but special thanks to mrfluffbunny and hologrphcbuddha for basically making this post lol.

Chocolat Releases "Syndrome" MV!

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Source: Chocolat Official YT Account

ASDFGHJKL <3

Edited: Replaced MV

Han Ye Seul Will Return to Set on the 17th

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After leaving the set of KBS2’s “Spy Myung Wol” in crisis mode and flying to Los Angeles, actress Han Ye Seul will be returning on the 17th.

It has only been two days since she suddenly departed for the United States, but it’s been reported that she will be arriving at Incheon Airport in Korea on the 17th. Han Ye Seul has already reserved her return flight ticket.

A representative from Han Ye Seul’s side said, “In order to start shooting again for the drama, she must come back tomorrow.”

As the outcome was worse than she predicted, Han Ye Seul has hastened her return to rectify the situation as quickly as possible. The representative continued, “Han Ye Seul is very overwhelmed because she had no idea that the problem would grow this big in Korea.”

Her agency Sidus HQ had a press release saying, “Due to the busy filming schedule, Han Ye Seul’s mind and body got very tired. Seeing as how she had to act under those circumstances, her judgement was a bit cloudy and it has done detrimental harm to many people. She will return to Korea and back on the set as soon as possible. She will do her best to be present for filming until its full completion.”

After a few days of these surprising series of events, it appears that the drama “Spy Myung Wol” will finally be completed as Han Ye Seul returns to Korea to finish her remaining scenes as the main female lead.

Source: Nate/Allkpop

I'm surprised the producers are letting her back on board... she obviously had some kind of mental breakdown and I think she should get help for that. If I was a producer, I would just feel like she wouldn't be reliable with the state that she is in... This whole situation has been handled so bizarrely.

Rubber Duckie - 미운 오리 이야기 (The Ugly Duckling Story)

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Source: AsianDream2013

Pretty catchy pop rock song. Full profile of the girls here. I think the drummer changed though because the youtube description says her name is Sunny.

SM is taking over the world!!

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SM Entertainment establishes joint venture company with Thailand’s True Visions Group, ‘SM True’

On August 16th, SM Entertainment announced the establishment of their first international joint venture, ‘SM True Co. Ltd‘, with Thailand’s True Visions Group.

SM Entertainment held a press conference and signing ceremony in Bangkok, Thailand at the Siam Kempinski hotel and Parc Paragon. The conference was divided into two parts, with the first section for media outlets like the Daily News and the Bangkok Post, and the second with Channel V, The Music Channel 3579, Seventeen Magazine, and others.

CEO Kim Young Min, who will also act as the CEO for SM True, said, “We have established SM True with Thailand’s biggest media distribution source, True Visions Group. By using True’s unrivaled infrastructure and networks, SM will be able to quickly and more effectively distribute our contents. With the combination of our competitive products and True’s vast network, we feel that this joint venture will create a positive synergistic effect.”

He continued, “With SM True as the start, SM Entertainment will work to make sure that our contents can be distributed more widely not only through Asia, but all across the world.  We will be creating a business model to expand into a vast network.”

Hallyu star Kang Ta also attended the event as SM True’s director.  He commented, “Transcending a status of a Hallyu star, it is personally a new challenge for me to be working as the director of SM True’s business. I will be using my experience and know-hows of promoting on stages all over Asia to advance SM True.”

The press conference went on to show congratulatory performances by SHINee for the 3,000 audience members and press reporters present at the scene.

SM True will be handling all of the physical and digital distributions, concerts, and promotions for the artists under SM Entertainment.  Representatives revealed that SM True will work to act as a local management label in discovering, training, and producing new artists.

( +some photos :3 )

 

Source : Naver via akp
Photos: Soompi

APINK Eunji's pre-debut singing video revealed

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Source: B2STgeneration @ YT

Old but needs to be shared. GIRL GIVES HYORIN A RUN FOR HER MONEY TBQH

Due to trouble at immigration's F.CUZ event got cancelled.

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The 4 member Korean boy group F.CUZ's release event for their Japanese debut single "Never Let You Go" (on sale on the 17th) at Tokyo, Aomi's Odaiba Venus Fort got cancelled.

The event was scheduled to start at 2PM but 15 minutes after said time staff said "Right now, the members are currently stopped at Haneda airport due to immigration procedures..." and so announced the start of the event would be postponed.

According to officials the members arrived at Haneda airport at about 11AM to attend the event. The members were supposed to be at the site at 12.30AM but due to trouble with immigration procedures they were stopped. The reason as to why they were stopped has not been announced but officials have been quoted saying that "It's not due to any lack of paperwork, this is the first time we've ever encountered this problem".

The about 170 fans that had gathered for the event waited for roughly 4 hours for the members to arrive. At 6PM the organizers announced that there was no knowing when the members would be allowed to enter the country and that the event was cancelled. The fans at the site shouted "why?" and there were even fans who cried.

The members were stuck at immigration's for about 7 hours and at about quarter to 7PM they were let through. The event has been rescheduled to 11.30AM on the 17th.

Source: news24 translated by me 

I feel so bad for the fans who were there because they lined up to get tickets for the event from like 8AM that morning. Also the fans at the airport weren't given any information at all and didn't know until last minute if they'd be let in or not.

Legendary X-Japan gracing Korea on 28th October

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X-Japan has announced the details on their upcoming Asia Tour

<X JAPAN Asia Tour>

October 28th – Olympic Park Gymnastics Stadium in Seoul, Korea
October 30th – Shanghai Grand Stage in Shanghai, China
November 2nd – Beijing Workers’ Stadium in Beijing, China
November 4th – Asia World-Expo in Hong Kong, China
November 6th – TWTC Nangang Exhibition Hall in Taipei, Taiwan
November 8th – Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand

Source: Tokyohive
Really excited for them and they are planning to release another album end of this year~~

[08.16.11] Nine Muses @ Sukira

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annfabreag

so good! <3

SNSD'S INTO THE NEW WORLD (BALLARD VERSION)

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cr; yuudoe108returns


they performed it at their 1st fan meet last year, but yeah.