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2011-12-16
ALi: “I’m a Rape Victim, Too”
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ayamefan13.livejournal.com
In a shocking revelation, ALi revealed her past as a rape victim. The female singer held a press conference today to address the recent controversy surrounding her latest single, “Nayoungee.” She’s been under fire for writing a song based on a real-life rape victim “Nayoung” that was later dubbed as “The Nayoung Case,” and for naming the song after the actual victim.
“I was raped in June of 2008 by a younger colleague from an organization I was a part of. It was devastating and extremely painful. I got hit so hard in the face that I broke my cheekbones and had to be hospitalized for four weeks. Everything happened while I was unconscious in the cab,” ALi said with tears in her eyes.
“That person got arrested and was sentenced to two years in prison, four years on probation, and 200 hours of community work. But he wasn’t charged of injuring a person because of lack of evidence. The civil suit is still going on,” she added.
Since the release of “Nayoungee” earlier this week, ALi has faced mounting criticism for the song’s lyrics and title. “Nayoungee” is the name of the eight-year old girl that got raped by a man named Cho Doo Soon in the bathroom of a church in 2008. She said she wrote the song to give hope and comfort to the victim, and to raise awareness for preventive measures. But netizens and several celebrities criticized her for raising the issue again when the victim’s still suffering from pain. ALi and her agency later announced they would delete the song from her album.
For those who are curious, here are the lyrics to the entire song:
( Lyrics under the cut )
source; soompi
benihime99.livejournal.com
Global news provider, BBC World News, recently conducted an interview in English with 2NE1‘s leader CL.
The news anchor began by talking about 2NE1′s achievement in scoring the ‘MTV Iggy Best New Band In the World‘ award, before they went on to discuss the global impact and potential of K-Pop. Viewers were quite amazed at how the Korean native responded smoothly in English with little hesitation.
At one point in the interview, the BBC asked, “Talking about K-Pop, how big of a future do you think it will have on the global entertainment industry?“, to which the idol answered, “Well, I think it’s just the start and I hope it gets bigger and bigger, but I don’t know if we want to categorize ourselves into one thing as 2NE1.”
Check out an excerpt from the interview!
I'll post HQ when available
Source: allkpop
Youtube
benihime99.livejournal.com
The 4th court trial between Tablo and organization Tajinyo (“We Demand the Truth from Tablo”) has been delayed once again. ‘Tajinyo’ was created after certain netizens began to question the legitimacy of Tablo’s academic background in Stanford University.
The 4th trial was originally scheduled to be held on December 16th in the Seoul Central District Court. The purpose of the trial was to sue the members of Tajinyo for criminal discrimination against Tablo. However, it’s been delayed because the original documents of Tablo’s admission to university and graduation diploma requested by Tajinyo have not arrived yet.
This is the second time the trial has been delayed, with the first delay being in July.
The fourth trial will resume on March 16th, 2012.
Who cares if he got his diploma from Standford or out of a cornflex box?
Source: allkpop
Nate
icedevil0289.livejournal.comSNSD‘s Seohyun revealed that she meditates every night before going to sleep.
Seohyun, Yuri, Taeyeon, and Sooyoung guested on December 15th’s episode of KBS 2TV‘s ‘Happy Together 3‘ alongside legendary singers Kim Gun Mo and Yoon Il Sang.
Seohyun surprised everyone on set when she remarked, “I always write in my journal before I go to sleep. And after I write, I reflect back on my day.”
Fellow member Sooyoung confirmed, “Check her MP3 player. There’s proof that she meditates each night. She listens to music like ‘Sounds of the Forest’, and ‘River Sounds’… One day, I noticed she ordered some stretching music, and I heard a bird chirping in the tracks.”
Yuri added, “One day, Hyoyeon was in a really bad mood, so Seohyun gave her one of her meditation CDs. But Hyoyeon, who prefers hip hop, yelled ‘What is this?!’ and got pretty angry instead,” causing the rest of the cast to laugh.
Seohyun also showed off her piano skills that day, which you can check out below!
allkpop
MoneyToday StarNews via Nate
toamkrit
Seohyun, Yuri, Taeyeon, and Sooyoung guested on December 15th’s episode of KBS 2TV‘s ‘Happy Together 3‘ alongside legendary singers Kim Gun Mo and Yoon Il Sang.
Seohyun surprised everyone on set when she remarked, “I always write in my journal before I go to sleep. And after I write, I reflect back on my day.”
Fellow member Sooyoung confirmed, “Check her MP3 player. There’s proof that she meditates each night. She listens to music like ‘Sounds of the Forest’, and ‘River Sounds’… One day, I noticed she ordered some stretching music, and I heard a bird chirping in the tracks.”
Yuri added, “One day, Hyoyeon was in a really bad mood, so Seohyun gave her one of her meditation CDs. But Hyoyeon, who prefers hip hop, yelled ‘What is this?!’ and got pretty angry instead,” causing the rest of the cast to laugh.
Seohyun also showed off her piano skills that day, which you can check out below!
allkpop
MoneyToday StarNews via Nate
toamkrit
111216 Music Bank
2011-12-16 11:28 amkei-enigma.livejournal.comToday's Winner
( Watch the performances )
sources: monmonsnowSeason4, aNnNGnta9, 4Nia950113, KPOPLIVEMUSIC3
edit: Updated with two additional performances.
( Watch the performances )
sources: monmonsnowSeason4, aNnNGnta9, 4Nia950113, KPOPLIVEMUSIC3
edit: Updated with two additional performances.
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undamage.livejournal.com
In keeping with their moves toward global domination, 2NE1 is performing in Times Square today along with the other three MTV Iggy Best New Band finalists.
( read more )
source: racialicious
i'm not a blackjack in any way but i found the article interesting. racialicious has done an article about nicki minaj and orientalism, which is also a good read.
yellyell.livejournal.com
Five-member girl group New.F.O is receiving interest in Korea because of their unique dance routine.
On December 15th, footage of the girls dancing the choreography to their debut song “Bounce” was revealed through their official YouTube channel, and many netizens noted that there’s a similarity between New.F.O. and ‘trend idols’ INFINITE.
The girls’ video brought to mind a powerful choreography point from INFINITE’s ”BTD” — particularly, a move that’s been nicknamed as the ‘scorpion dance’.( See the new scorpion dance! )
Source: allkpop (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧
nobodyelse-care.livejournal.comWatch the performance first!
There, she said she wasn't trying to blame the victim and she apologizes for the misunderstanding. Now lay off her back, netizens.
Anyways OMONA, some of you may have heard of this and currently side-eyeing her but I ask of you, please give her another chance to prove herself.
Singer ALi released her first full-length album ‘SOUL-Ri‘ recently, and one of her songs, ”Na Young“, has drawn strong criticisms from the public due to its lyrical content.
( More under the cut )Source: AKP & Star Today via Nate & FionCHD & nobodyelse09
There, she said she wasn't trying to blame the victim and she apologizes for the misunderstanding. Now lay off her back, netizens.
Anyways OMONA, some of you may have heard of this and currently side-eyeing her but I ask of you, please give her another chance to prove herself.
nobodyelse-care.livejournal.com( More under the cut )
Source: AsianDream2018 & SMTOWN
You know what? Whatever! I don't care anymore! I'm just ganna sit here and enjoy the "MV"!
Let's Go! Dream Team!
2011-12-16 02:24 pmnobodyelse-care.livejournal.comGuests: Dongjoon & Moon Jun Young (ZE:A), Jaehyo (Block B), Choi Sung Jo, Park Sung Ho, Han Min Kwan, Park Jae Min
Part 1 (So, Jaehyo is the younger ver. of Ricky?)
( More under the cut )
Source: PikeYennyisthebest@YT & PikeYenny@Wordpress
I'm glad Jaemin is still in the show 'cause I still couldn't get over the fact that Jinon is no longer a Dream Team member... :(
Part 1 (So, Jaehyo is the younger ver. of Ricky?)
( More under the cut )
Source: PikeYennyisthebest@YT & PikeYenny@Wordpress
I'm glad Jaemin is still in the show 'cause I still couldn't get over the fact that Jinon is no longer a Dream Team member... :(
opal.livejournal.comTop composers name 2012's most anticipated artists
Just like last year, 2011 had with many rookie debuts — some managed to stand out from the crowd, while others faded into the mist.
Thanks to new audition programs and survival music shows, the list of new artists are as long as ever, with rookies taking fame to new heights thanks to the global success of K-Pop.Star News recently surveyed the industry’s top composers (Yoon Il Sang, Jo Young Soo, Brave Brothers, E-TRIBE, Lee Min Soo, and Shinsadong Tiger) on who they were looking forward to in 2012.
( Find out which artists these composers are keeping their eye on )Source + Photos: Star News via Naver & Allkpop
decided to post the full article instead of seeing it in bits and pieces. lol at brave brothers' choices, tbh.
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This is a JYJ Post.
2011-12-16 03:50 pmcaptainmarvel.livejournal.com( Under the Cut. )
Sources: JYJ3: 1, 2, 3 , 4 & SYC
I included the tweets from Junsu/JUNO's mom because they were just so sweet.
Sources: JYJ3: 1, 2, 3 , 4 & SYC
I included the tweets from Junsu/JUNO's mom because they were just so sweet.
OMONA FREE FOR ALL!
2011-12-16 03:59 pmturdferguson.livejournal.com
NEW RULES:
1. BE COOL
2. NO FIGHTING
3. NO PORN
4. IF YOU ARE BURNING WITH DESIRE TO POST PICS OF YOUR BIASES, TWO PICS PER COMMENT (pic+pic/pic+gif/gif+gif). NO LARGE PICS PLEASE.
In the last FFA some people were telling me that some of yall were telling others not to post pics. You shouldn't do that, it's against the rules. Don't discourage them, especially if they abide by the new rules. We are a family after all, so let's be excellent to each other and party on dudes! ^__^
Have a Charming Free For All! ♥ ♥ ♥
anthonymarie.livejournal.com
Recently, SHINee was forced to cancel their event in Japan due to safety issues as too many fans were gathered in the area. However, media in Japan have been reporting that the reason why there was such a big crowd was because the organizer of the event stated that the group holding the event is “a 5-member group with a name beginning with the letter S.” This made the crowd believe that the organizer was referring to a popular Japanese group, SMAP. This has angered netizens and resulted in criticism that SHINee was trying to boost their popularity with SMAP’s name.
( wtf )
Source: TVBS koreaboo
lol idek.
grapewhine.livejournal.comSource SMTown
stop trying to make me buy a book i can't read, sm, and give them a comeback before you doom them to irreversible irrelevance, kthxbai. flawless OTKey is flawless though.
geniebsmart.livejournal.comFirst of all, let me say...Omona...you are a TRIP!
So many things I want to say, but I will wait until next year (if we do this again). Just wait...next year...
*insert icu.gif*
Anyway...LET THE CRAZINESS BEGIN! (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧
( LET THE CRAZINESS BEGIN! )So many things I want to say, but I will wait until next year (if we do this again). Just wait...next year...
*insert icu.gif*
Anyway...LET THE CRAZINESS BEGIN! (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧
benihime99.livejournal.comArirang TV, an English-language Korean television network, is asking its foreign viewers to vote for their favorite musicians, actors, and songs in such categories as best rookie, best couple from a drama, and the artist they most want to visit their country. Fans can easily sign up for the website and vote, as Arirang is available in both English and Korean.
The voting period lasts until December 31st, and it appears Arirang will select winners from the voting pool, who will then receive prizes.
( is your fav in or out? )
More categories at arirang website (actor, drama...)
source : BBupdate
Arirang
The voting period lasts until December 31st, and it appears Arirang will select winners from the voting pool, who will then receive prizes.
( is your fav in or out? )
More categories at arirang website (actor, drama...)
source : BBupdate
Arirang
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kanbinayume.livejournal.com
After receiving a good response for their first set of fan goods, Block B partnered up with MUTNAM to release a second batch of products for their fans. Donned with their insignia, the products include a hoodie, t-shirt, and a cap. The products are a hot topic amongst fans, as Block B has been seen wearing the items numerous times during performances, and other public appearances. Additionally, Mutnam is known for high-quality products, making these items a coveted buy, for Block B fans alike.
The boys showcase their cool charisma, as they model the goods with a graffiti art backdrop.
International fans can look to buy these items from Mutnam or other various kpop good sites.
Mutnam
or
kpoptown
( Not enough B-Bomb imo )
Source: BLOCKBINTL (must be a member to view); bontheblock
wintersol.livejournal.comDal Shabet to release limited photobook to celebrate first anniversary
To celebrate their first year anniversary, Dal Shabet will be releasing a special photo book next month!
This 1,000-page limited photobook and DVD is available under the title, ‘Dal Shabet First Story‘. It contains a year’s worth of photos from their debut until now, such as BTS cuts from backstage, international activities, and never-before-seen concept photos.
Since they’ve been promoting without rest all year long, the photobook is sure to be filled with interesting shots from all aspects of their debut.
Happy Face Entertainment stated about their pictorial, “In hopes of repaying even just a bit of the love fans have shown them since their January debut, the girls decided to release a photobook. Fans will be able to see a lot of new sides to the girls.”
Dal Shabet holds press conference for latest pictorial in Cebu( Read more... )Source: AKP 1 2 3 4
notyourgeisha.livejournal.comEdit: awards were given based off fanvote, not sales
The grand prize winners from Japan’s ‘K-Pop Lovers! Awards 2011‘ have just been revealed!
‘Tower Records Online‘ divided nominees into two categories, ‘Album of the Year‘ and ‘Single of the Year‘. Top spots were handed out to artists who sold the most albums and singles in Japan during 2011. Check out the winners below!
( results results results )AKPoop
Source + Photos: Tower Records Online
Tip: deborah
Tower Records is the leading CD retailer in Japan. And wtf tinypic is so hard to use now
gardenintheair.livejournal.comProving she's a new Dancing Queen of Korea again
( perfs )
oumae025
monmonsnowSeason4
Beautiful stuff ;_;
( perfs )
oumae025
monmonsnowSeason4
Beautiful stuff ;_;
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