SM Entertainment artists to become SM Entertainment shareholders

[cc9095.livejournal.com]

SM Entertainment, one of Korea’s largest entertainment companies, has recently announced that it would be issuing approximately $881,000 worth of new shares for its artists. As a part of their capital increase through a third party allotment, SM Entertainment artists will become major shareholders of the company, thereby effectively owning a piece of their company.


( Read more... )

Source: Starnews via Nate
Credit: Allkpop
Shared by sharingyoochun.net

The Piggy "Better Voices than your Favs" Doll's release Guess I Didn't Know Love (feat. Dynamic Duo)

[jeit91.livejournal.com]

AsianDreamMusicyt

i know gud ballads, and that's a gud ballad

mtvk opinion article: "Why the Current Music Show Format No Longer Works for K-pop"

[opal.livejournal.com]

OP-ED: Why the Current Music Show Format No Longer Works for K-pop

By Chris Choi
March 26, 2012

As a preface to this article, I have to say that I love the way K-pop works currently. The exposure, fan service, and all-around catering of idol groups to fans is something I’ve long thought was severely lacking in other music industries. Of course, all of that comes at a cost, usually to the members themselves, but that is a topic for another article.

Unfortunately, this system of triple crown wins and mutizens can no longer go on, at least not for much longer. Cut and dry, the reason why is: it’s too damn predictable. Whenever a “big” artist makes a comeback (2PM, Girls’ Generation, Big Bang, etc.), it’s a repetitive process of achieving all-kills, sweeping music show wins, and getting a worldwide trending topic on Twitter. With over a hundred idol groups debuting in 2011 alone, no longer can the same 12 or so groups continue to dominate effectively without the entire industry collapsing on itself.
( will someone please think of the nugus )

MTVK

FLAWLESS MOON CHAE WON POST

[dorkiilove.livejournal.com]

Moon Chae Won posted pictures of her two contrasting faces – her natural, no makeup look and a sultry smoky eye look. The pictures were uploaded onto an online blog, showing Moon Chae Won’s chameleon like ability to transform herself from a girl next door to a sexy goddess.

( pictures under the cut~ )

credit: soompi

c-real joma joma mv making

[sungjongscum.livejournal.com]

source: napenter

We Got Married (TeukSo Couple) feat. Donghae & Son Eunseo

[nobodyelse-care.livejournal.com]

( More under the cut )

Source: Jessica_Jung_4@Dailymotion Part 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 

u-kiss prepares for their korean comeback

[goshipgurl.livejournal.com]

The members of U-KISS recently successfully wrapped up their Japanese tour this month, in which they performed for over 30,000 Japanese fans.

On their final day, the boys revealed that they will be making their first comeback in seven months in April! Currently, the boys have about 100 songs they’ve worked on with Korean composers, and just have the title track selection left to complete.

NH Media revealed, “U-KISS’s new album is one that will mark their return as Hallyu artists. There’s a lot of fan expectations to live up to so we’re putting a lot of thought into it.”

They continued, “Now that they’ve completed their Japanese tour, they’ll be starting their comeback preparations the minute they return to Korea.”

U-KISS also expressed, “We haven’t been able to spend a lot of time with our Korean fans because of our international activities so we’re going to take the time to promote actively on TV and take steps closer to the public.”

Their comeback is scheduled for mid-April.

source:
akp, sports seoul

Beast advertising something (I think food) but w/e here are some videos

[adropofcitrus.livejournal.com]

Red & Black Project - Black version

( more )

source: 11shinramen@youtube all videos are here

facepalming at the recycled dance moves like, rly? but Dongwoon looks fucking fine as shit god damn.

Big Bang's Activities and Successful Chart Rankings

[benihime99.livejournal.com]

5 member group Big Bang has become a hot topic in both Korea and Japan recently. Big Bang is taking the concept of "from Asia to the World" and is releasing their album on the coming 28th. The album is going to have Japanese versions of the songs from the Korean fifth mini album, as well as 2 additional new songs.

( Info on their japanese tour )

Source: BBupdate
StarMT
Translated by @kristinekwak of bigbangupdates

China and Russia pledges efforts to dissuade NK from rocket launch - NK doesn't seem to care

[benihime99.livejournal.com]

Beijing pledges efforts to dissuade Pyongyang from rocket launch

By Kang Hyun-kyung

China said Monday it had delivered its worries to North Korea over the latter’s plan to launch a satellite from a long-range rocket, pledging efforts to dissuade its neighbor from going ahead with the move. During a summit with President Lee Myung-bak, Chinese President Hu Jintao noted that the North needs to focus on feeding its people, instead of the launch.

( Pour en savoir plus )

Source: Koreatimes


NK vows to go ahead with planned rocket launch

North Korea vowed Tuesday to go ahead with its planned rocket launch next month, defying successive warnings from global leaders attending a nuclear summit now under way in Seoul.

The North's defiant stance, released through its foreign ministry, came after Pyongyang announced earlier this month it would launch a long-range rocket between April 12 and 16 to put a satellite into orbit as part of its "peaceful space program."

( Pour en savoir plus )

Source: Koreatimes

CNBlue Sells 13,000 Copies of "EAR FUN" Within a Day of Its Release

[benihime99.livejournal.com]

Within a day of its comeback, CNBlue sold more than 13,000 copies of its third mini album “EAR FUN.” The extraordinary number of album sales proved CNBlue’s growing popularity and influence in the Korean music industry.

( Pour en savoir plus )

Source: Soompi

Psy confirmed as new judge for ‘Superstar K4′

[benihime99.livejournal.com]

Singer Psy will be replacing Yoon Jong Shin as the new weekly judge on the audition program, ‘Superstar K4‘.

According to numerous broadcast representatives, Psy has been confirmed for the role and will be joining Lee Seung Chul as a judge on the yearly audition program.

Having debuted in 2001, Psy is not only a singer, but is known as one of Korea’s hit composers, rising in stardom with hit songs such as “Champion“, “Bird“, and “Entertainer“.

Psy will be judging alongside Lee Seung Chul, leaving one more spot for another judge. As Mnet has done the same in its previous seasons, the third judge is expected to be female. It’s being said that Mnet is currently in the last stages of reviewing candidates for its female judge.

Source : Allkpop
TV Report via Nate

2NE1’s Dara Is "Variety Show-phobic"

[benihime99.livejournal.com]

On March 27, 2NE1’s Dara admitted on her Me2Day that she’s “variety show-phobic.” The message came as a surprise as it was written just a few hours before the broadcasting of SBS “Strong Heart,” which will be held as a YG special, starring Big Bang, Se7en, 2NE1, Psy, Gummy, Sean, and Tablo.

“Ahh, what is this! What are the sunbae-nims’ facial expressions in the back supposed to mean? 2NE1 is variety show and talk-phobic. And me! I did my best but the air time is far away…Although I haven’t been able to show a lot of fun, it was great to be with all the sunbae-nims! YG family!” Dara wrote on her Me2Day.

“We’re not good at talking or going on variety shows, but we’re awesome on the stage! Encouraging myself. When you lose your confidence, just listen to ‘I Am the Best’! Fighting!” she added.

In the picture she shared, Dara is seen holding a mic in the front stage, giving a singing performance in front of the guest crowd. You can see Psy, Seungri, and Gummy smile at Dara’s performance, making you wonder what she actually did on the show.

The YG special episode of SBS “Strong Heart” will air on March 27 at 11:15PM KST. Stay tuned for more updates!

Love her hair <3

Source: Soompi

Seungri introduced Dara to a male celebrity

[in-noctem.livejournal.com]

Big Bang‘s comedic member, Seungri, revealed that he set 2NE1‘s Dara on a blind date.

On the upcoming episode, SBS‘s ‘Strong Heart‘ featured artists from YG Entertainment as their guests. During the show, Seungri revealed, “Dara is very popular among male celebrities.  For nuna, I introduced her to a handsome and caring male celebrity.”

However, Dara was quick to lament, “He never contacted me,” and blurted out the frustration she had kept bottled up.

Seungri, however responded, “What happened to the guy who came by your house?” and startled Dara with the unexpected remark.

On another note, many of the YG family members will be appearing on this day including Big Bang,2NE1, Tablo, Psy, Gummy, and Sean. Catch the episode when it airs later!

source: akp + hankooki via nate

I wonder who it is!

Park Ji-min receives highest score ever on 'K-pop Star'

[dipropylene]

Singing-audition show "K-pop Star" contestant Park Ji-min gave a recital that sent shivers down BoA's spine and induced BoA's fellow judge Park Jin-young to say he wanted to "pack her in a bag and take her to his management company."

With her rendition of "Over the Rainbow" on March 25, Park was awarded 299 points out of a possible 300 points – 100 points from BoA, 100 points from music producer Yang Hyun-suk and 99 points from Park, achieving the highest score ever attained by a contestant on the show.

Park also shed tears of joy at the praises and secured herself a spot on the top six contestants list.

Others to have made it onto the list are Michelle Lee, Park Jae-hyung, Lee Ha-yi, Baek Ah-yeon and Lee Seung-hoon. Park is the youngest of the contestants at just 15 years of age, while the oldest is Michelle Lee, at 21 years.

The contestants will now battle it out in order to become the next K-pop star. The winner will receive a prize of 100 million won ($87,654) and an additional 200 million won to produce a debut album with YG, JYP or SM entertainment agencies.

source
article: JoongAng Daily
video: delisweb4


What do you think, Omona? Was her performance worth 299 points?

NU'EST's babby Ren loves nail art~

[bmo.livejournal.com]

NU’EST member Ren who is pulling a ‘gender confusion’ because he looks prettier than a girl, has stated that these feedbacks on this issue were rather good.
He has recently said this at a Sports Seoul interview accompanied by the members of NU’EST to talk about their debut album.

A picture of him with blonde hair has surfaced online before debut and had male fans wondering “Is he a girl? Or a boy?” and he had heard many people saying “He looks like a girl” from people nearby. Ren said ”These feedbacks were funny, and the fact that the people were curious about me”.

He is also the only member in NU’EST to do nail art. When we asked him “Don’t you look more feminine with the nail art?” he replied “I like stylish things, so it goes well with my appearance and that’s why I started the nail art”.

he continued “I thought about being a singer in Middle School when I was in Busan. Even though my looks are very feminine I am very blunt and don’t talk a lot.”

NU’EST is currently busy promoting their debut song ‘Face’.

source: Sports Seoul, pledis-elites



WHERE IS THE NU'EST TAG B( i swear i'll make posts everyday but they should have one by now :C THANK U B')!!!

SM, YG and JYP’s Profits for 2011 Revealed

[benihime99.livejournal.com]

SM, YG and JYP Entertainment, as publicly traded stock companies on Korea’s KOSDAQ, all recently submitted its 2011 audit report to the Financial Supervisory Service, providing the public with a glimpse inside the financial turnings of the three major entertainment agencies.

( Money )

Source: BBupdate
Enewsworld.com

Big Bang + some perv

[jeugd1.livejournal.com]

The 4 talented boys of Big Bang and their personal assistant Seungri stopped by perv Terry's studio for a photoshoot.
It's not known if these photos will be used for a magazine or if they were just helping out the photographer, these pics appeared on Terry's blog on the 26th with not much details given.
It's not the first time Big Bang posed for Terry but lets hope that it's their last!!!

( click to see basic photography )

SOURCE
Text: me

SHINee show you how to dance Sherlock

[grapewhine.livejournal.com]

   

   
Sources MelOndj 멜론's Facebook and PrinceChoiMinho's YouTube

Block B shaking their booty to KARA's Mister (FANCAM)

[soundsofjewels.livejournal.com]

Block B performed a cover of KARA's Mister at another Japan showcase.


This post is brought to you by KPop's newest dancing sensation, Zikira!



source:
kishimon25 @ Youtube

120327 JYJ Performed for Global Leader’s Spouses at Blue House

[cc9095.livejournal.com]

JYJ performed for the visiting spouses of global leaders attending the ‘2012 Nuclear Security Summit.’

JYJ appointed as the honorary ambassadors performed two songs ‘Be My Girl’ and ‘In Heaven’ at the Blue House on Tuesday.


( Read more... )

Credit: Kpopstarz
Shared by: JYJ3

120327 Park Yoochun and Park Yoohwan Exchange Tweets

[cc9095.livejournal.com]

On March 27, JYJ’s Park Yoo Chun tweeted, “I miss you/him [pronoun-less].” Several hours later, his brother Park Yoo Hwan replied, “I miss you/him too.” Both Park Yoo Chun and Park Yoo Hwan’s tweet were pronoun-less, leaving fans to guess as whether they were talking about each other or their deceased father. Regardless, netizens wrote, “It’s nice to see the two so close,” “Please cheer up Park brothers,” “Beautiful, caring brothers,” and more.

( Read more... )

Credits: soompi

to Mod - Please give Park Yoohwan a tag =)

Monni releases new EP, "A Boy To Be A Man"

[unreal.livejournal.com]

( rest under the cut )

Source: 2cinquesette

Let's welcome G-Dragon. No wait it's Shindouche

[unreal.livejournal.com]

Super Junior's Shindong updated his Twitter account and revealed his own parody of G-Dragon's comeback concept. Shindong, who is known for his comedic antics on the social networking site previously posted his impersonations of other celebrities such as Beyonce, Rain, and 4minute's Hyuna.

On one of his updates today, Shindong posted a message saying, "Wow!! Fantastic Baby!! Dongdu-Dragon!! ('GD SORRY')." A photo of Shindong sporting his own version of G-Dragon's "seaweed hair" was uploaded with the tweet.

Fans who have seen the update cited Shindong for his humor and laughed at his own version of the "seaweed hair" with the use of toilet rolls. At the moment, Big Bang is busy promoting their recent album release "Alive" on various music shows.
( check out the picture )

Source: @ShinsFriends, @13elieveSG & koreaboo

EGO + FEELING (Updated)

[benihime99.livejournal.com]

( Pour en savoir plus )

source: DeeawoopsYT
Thelucyjackson YT

120327 Park Yoochun's brother singing cut in Strongest K-pop survival

[cc9095.livejournal.com]

Source: devilJunsu

JYJ Performs in Front of Spouses of World Leaders

[benihime99.livejournal.com]

Male group JYJ gave a great performance in front of the spouses of world leaders.

On March 27, an event was held at the Blue House called, "The 2012 Seoul Nuclear Security Summit Spouse Event," to which JYJ was invited to perform a few songs. They performed hits such as "Be My Girl," and "In Heaven."

( Pour en savoir plus )

Source: Soompi

2NE1′s CL admits she once saw Big Bang’s T.O.P undressing

[benihime99.livejournal.com]

2NE1 leader CL confessed that she once saw Big Bang‘s T.O.P undressing.

The March 27th episode of SBS ‘Strong Heart‘ featured the artists of YG Entertainment, and 2NE1′s CL made a rather shocking confession about label mate, T.O.P.

Fans know quite well that Big Bang’s rapper T.O.P is notorious for refusing to reveal his body to others, and fellow Big Bang member G-Dragon remarked on the show, “T.O.P is known for undressing in private. None of the members have seen him undress, and if he has to change, he will do so alone in the restroom.”

( Pour en savoir plus )

Source: Allkpop
Etoday via Nate
hades015bYT

MBLAQ says goodbye to their children :'(

[in-noctem.livejournal.com]

"Last farewell greeting..Bye Lauren.."


( Nooooo )

source: holly@absolutemblaq 1, 2, 3, seungho's twitter, g.o's twitter, lauren's twitter, leo's twitter

That picture of Seungho and Lauren... ;_; I hope the rest tweet something about the kids too.

YG often calls CL ugly

[kakkoi-x.livejournal.com]

2NE1‘s CL recently shared a story about how she was hurt by CEO Yang Hyun Suk‘s words.

On the March 27th episode of SBS‘s ‘Strong Heart – YG Family Special‘, CL was asked if she had any negative feelings or was dissatisfied with CEO Yang Hyun Suk. The member replied,”I actually do. He keeps saying that I’m ugly,” she said, revealing an incident she once experienced.

“He bluntly tells me that I’m ugly. CEO Yang once visited us while we were rehearsing for our concert. I didn’t have any makeup on at that time and when he saw me, he told me ‘You’re very ugly’,” she explained.

She continued, “We were just rehearsing so none of us had makeup on, but after hearing those words, I was a little hurt by it.”

akp + Nate

poor girl.. even as a joke, he sounds pretty douchey tbh. did he expect her to think it was hilarious or smth