omonatheydid | 2012-01-31

2012-01-31

woohyun.livejournal.com

officialBEG
that last bit surprised me...

strawberry-efeu.livejournal.com

As previously reported, Sunny Hill‘s Jang Hyun will be enlisting in the army to fulfill his mandatory two years of service

Although it’s unfortunate that he was called in during the middle of the group’s comeback promotions, his fellow groupmates left an encouraging message for Jang Hyun to keep his spirits up while serving.

( Message + more pictures )

Source + Photos: Sports Seoul via Nate | allkpop

They are so cute TAT It's so sad that he has to leave now just when Sunny Hill was getting popular.

woohyun.livejournal.com

I love you ♥
( (⊃ ´ω`)⊃♥⊂(´ω` ⊂) )
trans. cr; hyejin @ infinite updates 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ; take out with full credits
Twitter 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

es2pido.livejournal.com

K-Pop is showing its global power once again, as it has completely dominated Thailand's Top 50 songs of the year for 2011!

Thailand's Channel V recently released their "2011 Asian Music Top 50," and results showed that out of the 50 total songs, an impressive 48 of them were Korean! From BEAST to JYJ, TVXQ, Super Junior, and SNSD, K-Pop stars dominated the charts. The only non-Korean acts on the ranking included Taiwanese stars Jay Chou and Wang Leehom in 37th and 47th place.

The top 10 saw a complete wipe out by male groups. First place was taken by BEAST's "Beautiful," followed by JYJ's "Ayy Girl" and TVXQ's "Keep Your Head Down." Kim Hyun Joong, Super Junior, 2PM, GD&TOP, and CN Blue followed.

Girl groups also fared well, with SNSD dropping four songs in the top 24. T-ara's "Bo Peep Bo Peep" took 21st while 2NE1's "Ugly" took 25th.

The group that had the most songs rank in was none other than Big Bang. Big Bang's "Tonight" (16th), "Love Song" (29th), GD&TOP's "High High" (7th), "Baby Good Night" (13th), "Knock Out" (42nd), Seungri's "VVIP" (32nd), and finally Taeyang's "Wedding Dress" (34th) rounded out the rankings.

Source: Soompi

es2pido.livejournal.com

Recently, a couple photos of 2NE1’s Park Bom shopping have been revealed on an online community board. In the photos titled, “Thought it was a mannequin but it’s Park Bom,” the vocalist from 2NE1 is seen shopping in leopard-patterned shorts and a black tank top. Her bleached hair and light skin accentuates her doll-like figure, leaving a strong impression to many fans that have followed her for mostly for her strong vocal skills.

( Read more... )

Source: Soompi

Yeah, she really looks like a doll IRL. I was pleasantly surprised tbh.

es2pido.livejournal.com

2NE1‘s Park Bom was impressed with ‘K-POP Star’ contestant Michelle Lee.

On the episode of ‘Survival Audition K-POP Star‘ that aired on the 29th, Michelle Lee belted out Beyonce‘s “Work it Out” in front of YG Entertainment CEO Yang Hyun Suk, 2NE1′s Park Bom & CL, and Big Bang‘s Taeyang & Daesung.

But ahead of her performance, Yang Hyun Suk informed Park Bom that Michelle was good enough to compete against her, and once Michelle began to sing, the panel judges were once again blown away.

Her performance was powerful and emotional, and Park Bom did not hold back her praise saying, “I thought someone turned on a CD just now.”

She also evoked much laughter, being envious of Michelle Lee who Yang Hyun Suk could not stop gushing about.

Source: MK via AKP + sowonuel92@YT

It's Park Bom day today!

pivotandsway.livejournal.com

SPICA (스피카) - 독하게 (Intensely) Practice

L-R: Kim Bohyung, Park Narae, Yang Jiwon, Park Joohyun, and Kim Boa.
s: SPICAofficial @ youtube

( Updated member profiles )
s: naver, fyspica @ tumblr | 2

( PRE-DEBUT: SPICA’s Kim Boa was INFINITE’s former vocal trainer & Bohyung former YG trainee )
s: woolliment, allkpop, YGLadieSubs

( Various selcas )
s: 17171771 @SpicaWorld, bohyungkim89 @ twitter, p_joo@twitter & mizz_julie + Joy07 @SpicaWorld, WGyubin @ twitter, mine (you can tell because it's so awful lol ^__^)

FEBRUARY DEBUT

According to SPICA’s agency, B2M Entertainment... SPICA will release their debut album on February 8th, and are scheduled to make their television debut the next day through Mnet’s ‘M! Countdown’.

s: allkpop, nate

There seem to be conflicting "reports" on when they're actually debuting, as two weeks ago member Bo Hyung Kim tweeted that they will be debuting on M! Countdown on February 2nd. However since the allkpop/nate article is more recent, it's probably more accurate. We all know how easily these things can change from day to day, especially at a time when so many acts are having comebacks and debuts. Either way I'm looking forward to their debut!

To help you catch up, here are links to earlier SPICA posts: Member profiles, "Intensely" MV, & Brandy/Destiny's Child covers

Current Music: Twin Sister - Lady Daydream

ginevragirl.livejournal.com

Source: nadiah1995@YT

Now we know why they were twittering up a storm as posted here. Evil leader sneakily taking a photo of Baro in the bathroom.

benihime99.livejournal.com

Update: [내가 노래를 못해도] 뮤직비디오 촬영현장!!! 아주 잠깐 카메오 출연을 위해 달려와준 착한 내동생과 함께!!! Love u GD!!!!! Ps. MV 오늘밤 12시 개봉박두!!

Translation: [When I Can't Sing] Music Video Shoot!!! With my nice dongsaeng who rushed over for a very short cameo appearance!!! Love u GD!!!!! Ps. MV coming soon tonight at 12:00!!

I like how YG member are supporting each other ^^

Source: BBupdate
Se7en's twitter

benihime99.livejournal.com

This post isn’t a statement of opinion as much as it is a question. I’ve spent quite some time in K-pop, and while I admit that I’ve become rather jaded in regards to fanatical K-pop fandom as a whole, there’s still one thing that continues to puzzle me: voting. Or rather, why are polls so important to fans, and why are fans seemingly obsessed with doing whatever it takes to push their bias group to the top?

( CRAZY )

Source: Seoulbeats

benihime99.livejournal.com

North Korean regime even compelled an actor to undergo plastic surgery when producing a film about the Soviet Army officer who saved Kim Il-sung, founder of the Stalinist regime, it has been reported.
( WTF )

Source: Koreatimes

noneko.livejournal.com

Source

localised.livejournal.com

On the January 29th episode of ’Girls’ Generation & Dangerous Teens‘, Hwang Yonghyun left the dormitory and show, giving up on trying to develop himself and change his life with the television program.

A staff member was forced to share the news with the ladies of Girls’ Generation while they were on a trip to Japan to receive an award at a ceremony.

“Sorry to be the bearer of bad news on such a joyous day,” he said. “I’m even more sorry towards YoonA and Hyoyeon but… Hwang Yonghyun has left.”

Upon hearing the news, Hyoyeon’s face immediately fell. ”I thought they were joking when they told me,” she said. “I was in such a good mood because we received an award in Japan, but the news was really shocking.”

She continued, “I thought that if YoonA and I tried to convince him to stay, he would…”

The girls were afraid of how this would impact the other boys, but the staff members said they would work harder to fill his shoes as well.

Viewers who watched the episode remarked, “Hope the rest of them stay and continue,” “He isn’t returning?”, “That’s too bad,” “I hope he returns soon,“ and more.

Source: allkpop; original article Nate

loverboy.livejournal.com

source: BGBGrecords

gyuri.livejournal.com

OMONARS, MODS, AND PASSERBYERS, PLEASE LEND ME YOUR EARS, FOR I BRING YOU A POST ABOUT TRAINEES. BUT NOT JUST ANY TRAINEES.

DSP TRAINEES

As you and I know (or you probably don't know, no one cares about dspoor), DSP has been/is in the proccess of releasing a boy group. The group was originally supposed to come out around this time last year, and DSP had plans of releasing the five members, and debuting them as a wonderful boy group to save us from flops. They had been given the nickname SS502.

Sadly, their debut was pushed back due to KARA's scandal, and comeback, as well as Rainbow's comeback, Rainbow Pixie's debut, and is most likely pushed back even more due to DSP Girls' simultaneous debut in Japan and Korea.

So, like many curious people who remember, I was like "Hey, what happened with DSP Boys/SS502?" So, I went on my own soul searching, mystifying journey and with the help of DSP Boys – The international forum for DSP's next boy group, I present to you, a compiled and highly accurate list/information post about some DSP's male trainees, the future members of DSP boys/SS502.

( Follow this cut text to DSP's attractive male trainee land )

This post was brought to you by

gyuri and is a

gyuri. Special ups to this thread on DSP boys, an international forum. Also credit to the boy's twitters for the pictures that I got off their twitters: @Hyeongkon88, @Jaehyung90, @2YunYoung215, @redjun1, @jkwjkw6, @qudtjs2956, @syeop1023, @wook2yo, @successsj, and @JJungHeeeee

Please look forward to the next

gyuri exclusive, where I reveal the rest of the DSP trainees.

Your friend and mine,

gyuri

loverboy.livejournal.com

( already sold out? not surprised! )

source: JANGKEUNSUKFOREVER

iznanassi.livejournal.com

1. Party Rock - Feat. Gary from Leesang and The Koxx

( More flawlessness under the cut! )

Cannot express how much I love it tbh, I love her sfm. She's (and Brown Eyed Girls) is what got me into kpop so I'm happy I get to see individual material from all of them (and it's all incredible)! My sister is 5 and she's been jamming this entire time lol. Also since she's starting solo-promotions a tag might be needed.

source: adamadamadamcouple @ YT

Current Mood: ecstatic

devilsatin.livejournal.com

T-ara‘s Hwayoung, who recently suffered an unfortunate wardrobe malfunction during the group’s “Lovey Dovey” performance on ‘Inkigayo‘ this past week, has revealed that she will still be participating in T-ara’s volunteer efforts on February 1st.

On January 31st, Core Contents Media revealed, “T-ara will be volunteering for the elderly on February 1st. They will be joined by Hwayoung as well as her twin sister, Hyoyoung.”

Representatives revealed that Hwayoung has been feeling better thanks to her fans’ support. She wanted to thank them for helping her through this difficult time, and so she’s determined to step out with T-ara for this meaningful event.

T-ara, with a charity organization, will hold a volunteer event to help Elderly people with Difficulties. The organization that will be holding the volunteer event with T-ara is an organization that operates free rooms and free food for people with difficulties.

T-ara gathered 10 million won to buy rice and instant noodles for the volunteer event. 7 million won was their bonus after they win the Triple Crown, and 3 million won are from the members.

The representatives added, “She’s young, but Hwayoung’s mindset and the way she cares for others really makes us proud of her.”

Hyoyoung will be joining them to give her twin additional strength and support.

Excluding Jiyeon, who will be at her ‘Dream High 2‘ schedule, all of the T-ara members will be present for the event, including Eunjung, who recently injured her leg.

allkpop, naver, diadem

benihime99.livejournal.com

Although it doesn’t really seem like she needs it, Sandara Park appears to be working out hard in order to prepare for wearing swimsuits for trips!

On January 30, she wrote on her me2day, “Ah, it has been a long time since I had to go through with this lonely process of self-care! I am working out the last minute before a trip in order to wear a swimsuit. Everyone, let us do everything well beforehand. This was the perfect chance for me to show off my perfect abs! It is regrettable. I am going to work out harder form now on!”

Sandara Park also posted a picture doing pull-ups in a blue jumpsuit.

Netizens that have come across the picture stated, “I think she has a good body. Why lose weight?” “Soon she’s only going to have bones left,” “Why does she need to lose weight. I should just die,” and “It’s good to have perfect abs but don’t push yourself too hard.”

Dear netizens, doing sport is not always about loosing weight, it's also about being toned and feeling good thanks to that lil' thing called endorphin.

Source: Soompi

benihime99.livejournal.com

Continuing from yesterday’s post, we’ve got another series of photos from T.O.P‘s CF shoot with casual clothing brand ‘FUBU‘.

( <3 )
Source: Allkpop
Nate
Additional photo: BBupdate

miuratenshi.livejournal.com

Website Launch + Member Messages About ShinCom Opening

( Click to read the tweets! )

Concert Comeback Teaser

( Click to see the teaser! )

Sources:
Website Launch: ShinhwaCompany Twitter (1) and Rubylovefaith@Shinhwa Nation
Member Messages: ShinhwaCompany Twitter (1) (2) and Rubylovefaith@Shinhwa Nation (1) (2)
Comeback Teaser: ShinhwaCompany Official YouTube

Current Music: Wham! - Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go

benihime99.livejournal.com

Source: BBupdate
Youtube

unreal.livejournal.com

After being hiatus for more than a year following group activities as Co-ed, the male members of the group will finally be making their way back into the music industry by releasing their own version of labelmate T-ara's hit track "Lovey Dovey" on February 9th.

The male members of Co-ed currently consists of Yoosung, Taewoon, Sungmin, Kwanghaeng, Inoh, and the recently admitted Superstar K3 Jongkook. The six members will unveil their own intense version of "Lovey Dovey" and give it an entirely new feeling.

According to their agency, Core Content Media, "The male members really enjoy T-ara's 'Lovey-Dovey' and the shuffle dance. In fact, Kwanghaeng was the president of a dance club in Australia where shuffle dance originated. After watching T-ara, the male members want to re-create the shuffle dance of 'Lovey-Dovey' with their own style."

The agency's official adds that the male members of Co-ed asked them for permission before rearranging, recording, and writing the raps to their personal version of "Lovey Dovey." They said, "We're preparing really hard for our first work and T-ara sunbaes are helping us with advice. We are looking forward to the fan's reactions."

Retitled as "Lovey Dovey Plus," this special single will also mark the first time Superstar K3 Jongkook has participated in official activities.

The male members of Co-ed have not yet been given an official name as a sub-unit, unlike the female members of Co-ed known as 5Dolls.

Source: newsen, CoreClique & koreaboo

unreal.livejournal.com

Big Hit Entertainment's ballad group 2AM (Jokwon, Changmin, Seulong, Jinwoon) will be making their way back home and is scheduled to release a new album this March. According to an official at their agency, the album is set for release in either early or mid-March.

The official said, "The boys just returned from Japan and will begin recording the tracks for their album which will most likely be in the format of a mini-album."

2AM released their debut Japanese single, "Never Let You Go," and recently finished their mini Japan tour. They are also set to release their 2nd Japanese single in April titled "You're Not Picking Up the Phone."

Source: 10asiae & koreaboo

carmendove.livejournal.com

The background music was composed by Lee Minwoo ♥

Source: ShinhwaCompany @ Youtube

Mods, this particular teaser hasn't been posted yet
Edit: We don't know yet if this music has anything to do with their comeback song.

unreal.livejournal.com

Mary Viena Tolentino Park (center) with her husband Park Jong Woong (right) and mother-in-law Son Sok Cha in Seoul

Filipinos have immense talent in singing but carrying a tune in a different language is another story altogether.

For Mary Viena Tolentino Park, 27, a native of Bulacan, she found success in South Korea through joining different Korean singing contests that brought her glory, and meeting and marrying a loving Korean husband.

Last Dec. 25, Viena made history in South Korea when she became the first foreigner to win the “daesang,” or grand prize, in the 2011 KBS 1TV National Singing Contest finals, which was broadcast on popular Korean TV station KBS.
( The singing contest )

Source: MB

miuratenshi.livejournal.com

Solo artist Tony An announced that he would be returning to the music scene in a multi-member group, but he is keeping silent in regards to the details, evoking more curiosity amongst the public.

His representatives informed Star News on the 31st, “It is true that Tony An will be joining a group for the first time in 8 years, however, it is still in the works and therefore we are unable to reveal any of the details on this new project.”

When Star News asked if it has anything to do with a possible H.O.T reunion, the source replied that it was not.

( Click to read more. )

Sources: allkpop and MoneyToday StarNews via Nate

What.

seunggi.livejournal.com

Singer Lee Seung Gi‘s first Japanese single “Alone in Love” is scheduled to be released on March 6th.

According to a Press Release posted by Oricon on January 30th, Lee Seung Gi revealed at a press conference in Japan on the same day, “My first single, the Japanese version of “Alone in Love” will be released on March 6th, and I am also planning on a performance at Nippon Budokan in June.”

The Japanese media showed their high interest in the singer’s official Japanese debut, and immediately began reporting the story. Not only is he labeled the ‘crown prince’ in Korea, he would also be the first Korean artist to perform at the Nippon Budokan just three short months after his debut.

( More under the cut. )

Sources: universalmusicjapan allkpop

sungjongscum.livejournal.com

Today is our "하루만 더" music video shoot! So many people helped us with this song to make it come alive! I really hope you guys enjoy!!(; <3^^
— Melanie Lee (@ChocolatMelanie) January 31, 2012

Source: ChocolatMelanie

nobodyelse-care.livejournal.com

( More under the cut )

Source: HeArTsDiESuBs@YT

goshipgurl.livejournal.com

updated with the youtube video

source:
emochiiwu @ youtube

FLAWLESS AS USUAL

unreal.livejournal.com

Secret member Zinger recently posted a selca showing her newly-dyed black hair and slim figure.

On the afternoon of January 30th, Zinger posted the photo to her Twitter, along with a caption saying, “I’ve been transformed. It’s been a really long time since Zinger had black hair… it’s weird! It must look awkward, but let’s try to adapt.”

In the photo, Zinger’s hair is a very dark black color, a totally different look than her previous bleached hair. Her fans were amazed by the transformation of her hair, but also noticed that Zinger’s body seemed to have improved as well.

Netizens who saw the photo had a variety of reactions, including “Zinger, your body is even more surprising than your hair. Daebak,” “Zinger unnie is so beautiful. I think black hair definitely looks the best,” and “You have the perfect body after dieting. Wow!”

Source: tv report @hanazinger & kpopseven
I guess her great tights are gone now

domokuniscute.livejournal.com

( lots more pics in here )

Whilst this is a more 'normal' shoot as compared to her previous endeavors, I think it a nice switch to see her natural self (definitely still our baby whatever that shirt says)

Source: Wonderfuls Cafe @ FB

opal.livejournal.com

Source: OfficialBEG

ayamefan13.livejournal.com

source; Jellyfishenter@yt

miuratenshi.livejournal.com

Singer/actor Jun Jin will be appearing in new girl group Stellar’s music video, produced by his teammate Eric. Though Jun Jin has been busy preparing for his comeback, after a four year hiatus, he willingly agreed to star in the music video once he heard a male lead was needed, showing off some of that famous Shinhwa loyalty.

He has also shown his special affection for the group. As he’s been using the same training room with Stellar while preparing for a concert, he′s been giving advice to the group in his spare time. During the shoot for the music video, he meticulously monitored the part in which Stellar appeared even after his shoot was over.

Fans will be able to see Jun Jin in the music video in February before seeing him on stage for Shinhwa’s 14th anniversary concert in March.

( Click to see a photo of Stellar on set. )

Source: ENewsWorld

benihime99.livejournal.com

JYJ member Kim Jaejoong apologized to his fans regarding JYJ’s documentary 'The Day‘ being cancelled a few days before it’s premiere.

The singer wrote via his official Twitter page on the 31st, “Apologetically, I will lift my head and work hard.”

His tweet was in response to CGV announcing JYJ’s documentary ‘The Day’ being cancelled due to a breach of contract, which drew attention from fans all over the world. JYJ’s representatives have previously stated that they would “file this injustice with a civil complaint to the Fair Trade Commission and the Grievance Committee” due to CGV insisting the contract had not been finalized. CGV stated their position saying, “We came across some problems while we were going through with the contract, but we never came to a joint decision that the movie would actually air.”

Netizens who read his tweet did not blame the singer and said, “Why are you sorry…“, “We are proud of JYJ!! Be strong“, and “No need for you to be sorry, oppa“.

In related news, JYJ’s agency CJeS is reportedly looking for alternative theater’s to air their documentary.

Jae shouldn't be the one apologizing. ><

Source: allkpop
Nate

ghiblys.livejournal.com

There are a number of labels trying to recruit 14 year old Jung Hyun Ho, and among them is none other than SM Entertainment.

According to a broadcasting insider, there are 4-5 agencies that sent their ‘love calls’ to 14 year old Jung Hyun Ho who guest-featured on the January 23rd episode of KBS 2TV‘s ‘Hello‘. Among them is leading entertainment label SM Entertainment, and it is highly likely that he will soon become an SM trainee.

He is the eldest son of five siblings, and on the episode he shared some hardships and that he takes after his younger siblings. The young teen personally bathes his siblings, as well as help put on their shoes, play with them when they are bored, and even changes some of their diapers.

After the episode aired, his youthful, adorable face caused quite the stir online. He suddenly rose to fame, and was the most-searched personality on many portal sites and some netizens even created a fan cafe in his honor. In related news, Jung Hyun Ho earned 121 votes to triumph the ‘Martial Arts’ husband to come out on top on the January 23rd episode, and secured the spot to appear on the episode that aired on the 30th as well.

Source: allkpop + nate

Current Mood: weird

albertineroom.livejournal.com

DSP Media will be debuting its new girl group both in Korea and Japan at the same time through an animation. DSP Media announced on January 31 in a press release, “A girl group (tentatively named DSP Girls) made up of five teenage girls will be unveiled through an animation series titled Pretty Rhythm, Dear My Future, which was jointly produced by Korea and Japan.”

( Can )

unreal.livejournal.com

The music chart, Gaon, was first established in early 2010 by the Korea Music Content Industry Association (KMCIA) and became the 1st officially recognized chart for both online and offline music sales.

It has been announced by the KMCIA on January 31st that Gaon will hold its first music awards show titled "1st Gaon Chart K-POP Awards 2011" at the Blue Square Hall in Seoul on February 22nd.

KMCIA said, "Our awards ceremony will be the most fair, both in name and reality, since we select and award the most-loved songs, musicians, and pop artists based on the objective data we've compiled over the last year."

Gaon will not only on awarding singers for their achievements, but they will also recognize those involved in the music industry including producers, distributors, composers, stylists, and choreographers.

Nominees and nominations have not yet been announced. But KMCIA has assured that many top K-Pop artists is expected to take part in the 1st Gaon Chart awards.

Source: 10asiae & koreaboo
Which objective data? Sales, so populairity?