T-ara’s Soyeon interviewed about Hwayoung incident

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Currently busy filming in her new role as ‘Gwan Soon’, she is now afraid of going out in public. “When it comes time to eat during filming, I’m afraid of the way people look at me so I can’t go into the restaurant.”

[Drama related questions have been ommited]

Q: Let’s get straight to the point. Was there a ‘bully’?

A: I also saw the ‘evidence’ the netizens uploaded online. I did think that if that was all they saw, the ‘bullying’ point of view could have made sense. It is true that there were negative feelings towards Hwayoung during our Tokyo concert. When Hwayoung claimed she couldn’t perform because of her leg, and when she was at the beauty shop by herself when we were practicing, there was a fight between the members. Following the performance, we told the President to handle this for us. Starting from that point, many things happened and we didn’t know that it would lead to Hwayoung’s departure.

Q: Are you saying that the members did not want Hwayoung to leave the group?

A: Not at all. We all learned about this through the articles. We were angry at our company. All we said was there was a point of conflict, so we asked them to find a solution. If Hwayoung leaves like this, the blame goes to all of us. But our President told us, “let’s do it like this for Hwayoung’s sake”. We felt very torn.

Q: The other members never left out Hwayoung? Is it true that there were rifts in your relationships?

A: There are 7-8 teenage girls in their ‘teens and twenties, all staying together. Everyone want to be famous and become recognized, so it’s impossible to have no conflicts at all. Every day, members fight and apologize, stay together and separate. It was a similar situation with Hwayoung. If you’re asking if we had bad relationships because of that, then everyone in our group has bad relationships.

Q: This is your first interview after the scandal.

A: I was very afraid and scared. But the other members will soon go into sitcom filming as well and will need to take questions from the media. I figured since it has to happen someday, I might as well be the first.

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( Video of the interview (unsubbed) )

Source: Chosun, akp,

To the Beautiful You Theme + 9min preview from the press conference

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(fancam from SMTown Tokyo, so you can hear more of the song)

I was going to embed the preview but for some reason that's not working, so here's a link: 9 MINUTE PREVIEW

this preview was shown at the press conference, which you can watch here. you can check out pictures from the press conference at this tumblr
the drama seems really similar in some places and really not similar in other places! mostly it looks fun, but all of the scenes with Jiwon's character seem weird. I'm guessing they're actually squishing together several characters from the manga for her character. I just hope she doesn't end up playing too big of a role.

Jessica & Krystal + Sunny & Luna "To the Beautiful You" OST Previews

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( Sunny & Luna's )

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finally a proper jungsis duet

Phantom’s ‘Phantom City’ album photos revealed

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Hybrid hip-hop group Phantom has revealed pictures from their debut album.

On the 12th, WA Entertainment released pictures of Kegan, Sanchez, and Hanhae from their album. The members are all in chic black suits and are showing off their individual charms. The group is posing comfortably with charisma, belying the fact they have just debuted.

The pictures have created a lot of interest among fans. Fans commented, “Is this really Phantom?“, “Just looking a the pictures makes me excited”.

In related news, Phantom released a song from their debut album “Seaweed Soup” and will be releasing the full album “Phantom City” on the 16th.

Source : Allkpop, Osen via Nate

Psy to release a new version of “Gangnam Style”

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The star of our latest Coffee Break segment, Psy, will be releasing a new version of his explosive hit song “Gangnam Style“. The new version of the song will be titled “Oppa, You’re My Style” and it’s video will be released on August 15th.

It has been revealed that “Oppa, You’re My Style” was in the works at the same time as the “Gangnam Style” music video production. The song will reinterpret “Gangnam Style” from the woman’s perspective. Therefore, the female star of the former music video 4Minute‘s HyunA will be the main character of the new version.
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Source: Allkpop, TV Report via Nate

Etude releases BTS of SHINee & 2NE1′s Dara dubbing for their upcoming CF

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Etude House has just released a behind-the-scenes clip of the SHINee members and 2NE1‘s Dara dubbing for their upcoming CF.

The concept of the CF for ETUDE’s Lash Perm 3-STEP Volumecara revolves around the look of doll eyelashes, featuring a 3-part ‘dolly look’ for every occasion.

A CF teaser will be released on Etude’s YouTube channel on August 20th, but in the meantime, check out some of the BTS clip below.

Turns out very cute

Source: Allkpop, etudeblog@youtube

120812 Inkigayo

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( Watch the performances! )

sources: SBSMusic1, TanVuSBS, officialpsy, KTSm2001, KyuHyukLOVE

FUBU x T.O.P

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Immortal Song 2

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( More under the cut )

Source: TEAMKPOP2013@YT 

Ulala Session gave the best performance this episode imo. Ryeowook was the second best.

Speaking of Ryeowook, this will be his last performance in Immortal Song 2.

Americans dance to 'Gangnam Style'

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NEW YORK _ For Wonder Girls, Girls' Generation and BoA, the U.S. market was a tough and tricky one to crack. But not for PSY, the eccentric Korean singer and rapper who just happened to make perhaps the most successful U.S. debut in Korean music history.

PSY's secret? He didn't try.

( Oppa Gangnam Style! Heyyyyyyy Sexy Lady~ )

By Jane Han

jhan@koreatimes.co.kr

Credit : Korea Times
Source : Hancinema

JUNSU Uncommitted Teaser ver.1

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Sulli & Minho talk about their kiss scene in ‘To The Beautiful You’

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At the press conference for the drama held on August 13th, Sulli remarked, “There is a kiss scene with Minho in the script. Surprisingly, it was fine, even though we had to film it about 15 times.”

“I didn’t dislike the kiss scene,” she added with a bashful smile. “I was a little nervous before the shoot and I told him, ‘Oppa I didn’t know we had a kiss scene together,’ but I wasn’t that nervous. It was a little awkward, however, since we’ve known each other for so long.”

Minho on the other hand remarked, “I’ve known Sulli since she was in elementary school, and I was really nervous as we approached the kiss scene. We weren’t extremely close to begin with, but we became a bit closer since the drama began. But no matter how close we’ve grown, I was still very worried about the kiss.”

He added, “The kiss scene is a situation where I plant it on her, and so I decided to build up some confidence and go for it. We filmed that scene 15 times, and Sulli said she was fine after about the 10th, but I continued to be extremely nervous.”

Meanwhile, ‘To The Beautiful You’ is a high school romance based on a famous Japanese animé from 1996. The first episode airs April 15th at 9:55PM KST.

Source: AKP, Osen, and iheartfxtv @ YT

Chad Future Oppar MV released!!

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Source: https://www.youtube.com/user/ChadFuture

YGE Reveals Album Release Plans for Su Pearls, New Girl Group, and 2NE1

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YG Entertainment dropped some additional info on their upcoming two girl groups as well as 2NE1’s approximate album release date.

On August 13, YGE spoke with local media Star News and said, “Su Pearls will debut in September, while our other new girl group will debut in October.” Su Pearls is the four member girl group formed by contestants from SBS “K-Pop Star.” They will replace Park Ji Min with the runner up Lee Ha Yi, since Park Ji Min signed with JYP Entertainment after winning the show, but the other three members, Lee Michelle, Lee Seung Joo, and Lee Jung Mi, will remain the same.
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Source: Soompi, Star News

Running Out of Ovaries for Tiffany to Explode

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( Previously posted BTS )

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Details revealed for J.Tune Camp's new group, Two X

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After releasing hints on Twitter about an upcoming group called Two X, MBLAQ's agency, J.Tune Camp has just released more details Two X's debut.

Two X, MBLAQ's "sister group," will soon make their official debut on August 20th as a 5-member girl group, composed of Jiyu, Minjoo, Eun, Surin, and Eunyoung. After working together for the past few years, the members are prepared to make a strong debut.

Jiyu, the leader and main vocalist, has shown an early interest in singing, having previously participated in Rain's 5th album, "Rainism," featuring in the track, "You." She also recorded an OST track titled "Mayday" for the KBS drama, "Fugitive Plan B." Another member, Eunyoung, will be the rapper, and she has had previous experience as a back-up dancer for Rain, Big Bang, and 2NE1.

The name Two X stands for Top Win One X, which symbolizes their desire to be on the top and multiply their successes. Additionally, their upcoming debut album will feature tracks produced by Duble Sidekick and Ichiro Suezawa, known for working with pop stars like Bruno Mars. Ahead of their official debut, Two X will be featured on Mnet's "M! Countdown" on August 16th.

Are you looking forward to seeing Two X debut?

Sources: Koreaboo and Sports Korea

Nelly Furtado wants to collab with TOP

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Guess which hippie Canadian musician surprised reporters when she name-dropped 'Oppa Gangnam Style' (a Korean viral hit by PSY) and "a guy doing the horse move" that's raging all over the airwaves right now?

In Singapore for an exclusive music showcase and to promote her upcoming fifth English music album, The Spirit Indestructible, Nelly Furtado may have been out of sight for the past six years, but the chirpy singer's clearly not out of touch with what's popular on the airwaves.

A music artiste who bravely dabbles in all sorts of genres ranging from pop to folk, and even R&B and aboriginal tunes, Nelly takes pride in her eclectic sound and tries to keep herself abreast with all music styles. That probably explains why she decided to call The Spirit Indestructible, "world music in one album" when asked to describe her newest project.

Back with renewed vigour, at the press conference in Hard Rock Hotel yesterday, the self-dubbed "international artiste" also shared her desires to collaborate with Big Bang's TOP on her new song 'Big Hoops and admitted that "the average K-Pop artiste is not so easy to phone up on the phone."

Though she didn't reveal further details on it, Nelly promised that something is "in the works". "We'll see what happens. But I do foresee a collaboration of some kind with K-Pop or J-Pop. I definitely do love what they're doing."

Source: ygfamilyy,xinmsn
Video won't embed so watch at the source if you like.

CSJH’s Stephanie Leaves SM Entertainment and Prepares for Solo Debut

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CSJH The Grace’s Stephanie was confirmed to have left her former agency, SM Entertainment.

Upon the expiration of her contract with SM Entertainment, Stephanie has since joined the agency Media Line, which is home to veteran artists such as Kim Gun Mo and Park Mi Kyung.

According to a representative for Media Line, she is currently hard at work recording and preparing the choreography for her new album as a soloist. The representative added that the new solo track would likely be a dance track.

Stephanie’s back, which has long been plagued with issues since 2007, was also confirmed to have fully recovered and the representative shared she is currently practicing her choreography without issue and would be meeting fans once more in a healthy form.

She will be working with hit maker Kim Chang Hwan for her solo album and the album may drop as early as early September.

Source: ENewsWorld

MediaLine though? :(

Phantom's "Burning" Teaser

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Source: yt

AHHHHHH, I love the sound and am super excited. Only 3 days until the 16th!!!!!

Your favorite Alien Goo showing you exactly why she's hawt

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( Additional concept picture~ )

Updated with DSPoor link

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH CHAD FUTURE OPPA! [Part 1]

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I'm thinkin' dirty thoughts....



Omona was stunned earlier today by Chad Future's debut MV HELLO, & now he's delivering an exclusive interview that will solidify him as your #1 (porcelain) Oppa!


His schedule is packed & he cannot answer all our questions at once, but he is trying hard for us, as he knows Omona is full of Chad Future fanatics, and future Chad Future fanatics!

( 1st Installment of Flaw Free Answers )

Omona, I know you're shaking and crying from this overwhelming experience, but this isn't the end. Expect more answers from Chad Future in the coming days on topics ranging from space travel, beauty regiments, BB creams & fan service/skinship. Send your love over to @Chad_Future & let him know you support him!

& Make sure you purchase his single off of iTunes! <3

Skarf's MV for Oh! Dance released!

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too cute! I think the song and video are adorable and refreshing, I really like it.

Source: alphaentkorea yt

INFINITE releases a 'Thanks To' video for their summer concert

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( translations under the cut )

source: infiniteonair + koreaboo

Netizens dig to find the truth behind Soyeon's car accident

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Netizens are being quite the cynics with Soyeon's recent car accident and aren't letting her or Kim Kwang Soo get away with much despite photo evidence surfacing last night. Several posts have emerged since then with a lot of accounts claiming the accident to be "a show" for sympathy.

A hospital employee, presumably a nurse, came forward with an explanation of the neck collar Soyeon's pictured wearing, while another account written by someone hospitalized at the same time as Soyeon describes the situation in detail. As always, this is the internet so believe what you will at your own discretion.

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source:
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