Kang Ha Neul's new photoshoot for Bazaar!

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BEAST for 1st Look - Interview + Photos

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Shine On, Beast

Good looking appearance, strong charisma, shining talent, explosive energy….among the many idol groups that have most of the criteria 6 year group BEAST is forming their own unique coordinate. Slowly going up from that point and carefully looking at their faces they weren’t boys filled with the thoughts of 'we’ll work hard’, but we could see the future of intelligent men who knew what road was best for them.

No matter what anyone says BEAST is one of the groups who are currently most popular. The loud cheers that erupt at every one of their movement on the extended stage proves this. Each of them easily boasting a stable presence, their individual progress stands out. There is something special about them that separates them from other groups that share the top tier with them. They weren’t shining stars since birth but through their own methods and rhythm they slowly charmed the world and created their own radiance. The 6 men who will be coming back with a new stage soon, we put their shining present (day) into this.

Lee Kikwang

Out of the 6 men who came into the studio with clear laughter, Lee Kikwang who stood in front of the camera first, went off to a good start with his sweet eye smile and fair smile. He who says that there is much more to earn when being together then being alone, on his face you could see the trust and comfort he built with his members over time.

“During my individual promotions I deeply fell into romance. It’s because I took the role of the main character in the mobile-online drama and experience my first love. Although it was a 4 episode drama, the responsibility I had to endure as the main character was definitely big. I focused more than ever to not lose my core and carry out the story and, I think I learned as much as it was difficult for me. When I see people who instinctively express their emotions in front of the camera I’m often jealous. When I see sunbaes who naturally turn any role into their own act I often chastise myself. However who is good at something the first time they try. I’m still working hard trying to climb up even now. While having breakdowns and listening to criticism, I was to learn and grow. Of course I’m not being lazy in my musical efforts either. Lately I’ve been studying composition and, someday I want to share emotions with someone with music that holds my color and world. In the perspective of someone who writes songs, there is this unexplainable thrill you feel when someone else’s voice and sentiment is put together with a song you made with care. For now I am joyfully running until the moment our BEAST members stand on stage with my song.”

Son Dongwoon

For the interview, maknae Son Dongwoon pulled up his chair and leaned his body forward as soon as he sat down. Following his deep eyes his softly flowing eyelashes calmly blinked with each question and, with each word he spoke there was a deep thoughtfulness, it’s hard to believe he’s a maknae.

“Whenever I’m preparing for a new album, I listen to songs I’ve sung before until right before. It’s so that I can find what I’ve improved on and what parts I’m lacking in each album, in each track. It’s embarrassing and flustering but, I follow my voice as objectively as I can. And I try to dissolve the things I’ve realized into the present. I work hard so that with the next album, I can be satisfied listening to it a few years later and not feeling embarrassed. Compared to the hyungs I have a lower voice tone. I consider that my biggest pro within the group BEAST. I can mix with the hyungs’ vocals to complete a more stable and solid song. I think a ‘team’ is being able to draw out each other’s strengths and combine them to produce the best result. In that sense I think our team is doing quite well. The time I’ve been together with the BEAST members is so long that with Kikwangie hyung or Yoseobie hyung who I’ve seen since I was young, we can joke around calling each other ‘people who I have been with half my life’. Now, even though we don’t try to accommodate to each other, I feel like we naturally do so. Although it’s a boring saying, we know what we’re thinking just by looking at each other. Personally I have a rather easygoing personality so I think that’s why I have been able to quietly carry out my maknae role well (laughs), but from now on I’m going to show my desires a bit. To the hyungs I want to be a vocal that they can trust and believe 'Without Dongwoon we will never be able to create a proper performance', I want to be a member that has the competence of maintaining the team balance. At the centre of BEAST that will continue to grow, I will be there. Please look out for the terrifying maknae’s growth.”

Yong Junhyung

Among the idol groups that had similar positions and potential, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that Yong Junhyung’s music had a huge part in getting BEAST to the position they are now. While leisurely enjoying his time, he who seized the charming title of ‘artist’ was completely absorbed in music today as well.

“Last year I released my solo album, and I also appeared in the drama so I was busier than ever before. My schedule was so packed it was physically very tiring but there were many things I gained through the drama. If I look back, both music and acting is a process of letting out the things that were condensed inside of me through my own ways of expression and in that sense, they are similar. And so it was more interesting. If another good opportunity is given to me, I want to focus and do even better. If possible I want to widen the spectrum of my experience. The people I meet throughout my life, the environments I come by, the stories I absorb with my whole body, they all become big assets and nutrients to me. I know there are many people who are curious and anticipating the music we will be displaying under the name ‘BEAST’. We strengthen our resolve to display an album of high quality so that their anticipation and waiting will become overwhelming joy. Truthfully if you say I was immersed in finding a point of agreement between mass appeal and a new musical aim, now, although danger may follow, I want to try something new and tell our own stories. Some time ago, I learned what each member wants to do, what color they possess, and what they’re best at. Now that I write songs and produce albums, I think that perhaps the person who can bring out each member’s color the best might be me. And so these days I’m having so much fun matching and taking apart our 6 members’ puzzle to look for the best form. Whatever form, the 6 of us can do it and that is BEAST’s characteristic and big strength. There are many times when I’m grateful and proud of the members. I believe that we will become an even more surprising and cool group while we’re together.”

Yoon Doojoon

Regular features and tall height to go with the solemn ambience, also with the unique 'a man among men’ image, Yoon Doojoon’s photoshoot went smoothly. Click, whenever the camera shutter made a sound the muscles that reacted carefully created a new facial expression, and until the studio lights turned off his quiet actions delivered many words. He was a strong leader who knew every moment when not to show off.

“Until recently I was busy filming ‘Let’s Eat’. Although I only have experience of a few works, once again it was a production that helped me realize the difficulty of acting. Of course because the character was charming and the storyline was fun going to the film sets were enjoyable but, my insufficiency came to me even greater. After the drama ended I actually got an offer for another production but, I thought meeting everyone as ‘BEAST’ came first. Because I still lack in a lot of things I couldn’t work on the album while filming the drama at the same time. And also it’s been a while since we made a comeback so there are many things we need to consider. When the 6 of us laugh and talk and do something together those moments are definitely overwhelming and precious. These days I have these thoughts again but I feel that the relationship that the 6 of us have is profound and very special. Until now I expressed that the members are ‘very close friends I see often’ but, that expression is very insufficient. Sometimes they are closer than family and sometimes I feel like they are me, an intersection between many relationships that I can’t define as one. While I go on with my life I believe that having those special people around me is a huge blessing and joy. I also think that with our fans. I was grateful to them and they were precious since the beginning but as time goes by I start cherishing them more and more. It’s not just me but I think the other members feel that way as well. Maybe because of that while preparing for this album, I could see that everyone’s determination was different this time. Before during practice we’d complain about how tired we were and we’d make excuses to be lazy but these days everyone’s eyes are shining and we are enjoying ourselves. Through this album you will be able to see our hearts and efforts.”

Jang Hyunseung

Jang Hyunseung who had eyes and an expression I’ve never seen before on stage drawn by provocative whistling, he was moving rhythmically. And for the first time I realized. The man whose attraction and ‘twist’ is most definite on stage, Jang Hyunseung’s charm. After showing the side of him we haven’t seen before dramatically through the unit promotions, he was shining even more beautifully than before.

“The biggest achievement I’ve gained through the unit activities was not winning 1st on music shows, or gaining popularity with the public, but experimenting and putting out everything I could. Of course the song as well as the performance, the formation, and the image that all went through my ‘eyes’, I wanted to show my own personal stage so I continued to check and fix and prepare. Truthfully I become very sensitive when I work. Because of my perfectionist personality I lash myself a lot as well. Whenever that happens I receive a lot of stress so my body is worn out but on the other hand, I think that I’m moving forward with that sensitivity as a driving force. When things get too difficult and overwhelming I meet with people I like and eat good food and chat loudly. Sometimes I take time to myself without anything special to do. While resting like that I sharply forge my antennas and pour everything into work again. Recently we’ve been talking about our own direction and we talk about this and that often, but truthfully, even though people say you need a ground-breaking strategy depending on the period, I just think you need to like music. You can call me old-fashioned and single-minded but it doesn’t matter. With whatever work, I personally don’t like going around. A powerful straight ball. I think that’s the best. In that sense I think we need to become more ‘BEAST’ like.”

Yang Yoseob

Living as an idol group in Korea means discovering a new path. They have to put down the formula of an ordinary lifestyle and draw out a new map with their individual lives and the group’s history. Counting 6 years, each member is at an age where they must face themselves head on and BEAST is not an exception. Within that Yang Yoseob who always protected the core using standard tactics, he dreams about tomorrow with ‘BEAST’.

“I’m all over the place these days because of practice for the new musical . This is my third production but every time I stand on stage it feels like I’m wearing new clothes each time. Because it’s definitely different from the stage I’ve always stood on, I’m more anxious and sensitive than usual when I do musicals but, it’s a thrilling pressure and tremor that I do not want to avoid. The members come watch the show and support me and they also throw level-headed criticisms as well. Because these friends know me better than anyone it’s even more accurate and I can trust them. Nevertheless, we know the things we each hate and we should be careful about so there aren’t many incidents where we clash or feel upset at each other. Truthfully fights and misunderstandings were frequent in the beginning. However as we spent more time together we automatically customized to one another. Now, instead of finding our differences, we consider how to go forward even more tightly and better together. It’s to be more confident as ‘BEAST’ who continues to grow instead of a group that came here pushed by time. In that process there is something that I try not to lose. It’s the first heart I thought where I should take the role of being a white canvas in the team. I’m the main vocal but there was never a time when I tried to let out a high note or lead the melody by myself. I want the all the members to draw a beautiful picture with my voice as the background. To become that I think the foundation is the most important. Together, and with me as the background, I want to sing for a long time, that is the thought that I most often draw in my head and also my earnest dream that I hope for.”

credits: translations B2STIZEN.wordpress.com via 1stlook; photos thgml6468

I really liked this interview. FYI their comeback's likely in June now, but that'll clash with promotions of their new jp single Adrenaline, coming out on May 28. And with World Cup in June... hmm, idk what to make of these plans.

Another SBS Roommate Post

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*NOTE: Lee Sora & Shin Dong Yup dated each other for 5 years in the past.


Tune in tomorrow at 4:20 pm KST for Roommate's first episode!

Sources: SBS Roommate twitter, C7213 subs

OP'S wishes coming true: ☆SPICA☆ TO COMEBACK IN JUNE + FULL ALBUM IN FALL!!!

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(ﾉ◕‿◕)ﾉ*:・ﾟ✧ SPICA will have a comeback in June! ✧・ﾟ:*٩(^ᴗ^)۶

An insider on SPICA's side told Star News, “SPICA has been working continuously on their new song aimed at a June comeback. As planned, the girls will be releasing their new song in June.”

The girls will be releasing the song as a digital single, and then have a full album in the fall. The insider said, “The single that SPICA will be releasing in June will combine their vocal abilities as well as their performance. There will be a definite change from their usual.”

people tagged in the post are Daniel Bedingfield (!!) and producers/DJs Cory Enemy and Daniel Merlot. Merlot just posted that he's in the studio with Spica rn!!

sauces: ohkpop, tiffkathlee

SHAKING AND CRYING, OMONA GROUP HUG PLEASE!!! still hoping for a super solid ballad but considering the people they're working with (v unexpected tbh), it seems like it'll be along the lines of electropop?? as long as they don't autotune those perfect voices... something like Up N Down and No More would be awesome though. with so many comebacks in June their first win may still be out of reach..? but finally a full album in the fall is this real life

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A Pink’s Jung Eunji Reveals AOA’s Mina Was Famous for Her Beauty Even During Middle School

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Did you know that A Pink‘s Jung Eunji and AOA‘s Mina used to attend the same middle school?

The two idols were guests on MBC’s “Quiz to Change the World” on May 3, and as both of them are from the southern coastal city of Busan, the MCs asked them to share more about their hometown.

As the topic was brought up, Mina revealed that she and Jung Eunji are no strangers to each other. Jung Eunji explained, “AOA’s Mina and I are schoolmates. She was famous for her beauty even back in our school days.”

“I remember people at school saying that Jung Eunji is a good singer. But I did not know she would act well too,” Min Ah praised her long-time acquaintance.

Jung Eunji continued, “I saw her for the first time at the ‘Idol Olympics,’ and I was totally surprised to see a face from school at the filming location.”

After the episode aired, past photos of Mina started to surface and attract a lot of attention. The photos have been taken during her activities as a model for an online clothing store, and even back then, she stood out with her pretty looks.

Source: soompi

Its always really cool when celebrities knew each other before they were famous.

Return of Superman, episode 24

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kbsworld

i especially watching the twins grow i get so emotional ;__; standing, walking, talking - i hope we end up seeing them do it all lmao

iirc (someone can correct me though & please) there won't be new episodes for a couple of weeks due to cancellations, but i'm not sure what they're airing instead :S

Girl's Day Release gets postponed + a little bit more Info

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Girl’s Day are set to make a comeback this coming July, according to a statement from the group’s agency, Dream Tea Entertainment. The agency told the media that the although a new mini-album had originally been scheduled for release in June, a decision has now been made to delay the comeback.

A spokesperson for the company explained the move, saying, “We are hoping to give the new release a real mid-summer vibe, which is why we are now looking at an early July release for new material. The album still needs a few finishing touches.”

The comeback may bring a few surprises for the group’s fans, however. Dream Tea have hinted that Girls Day’s will shed the raunchy image they cultivated for recent releases, such as “Expectation” and “Something.” Instead, the agency has suggested that the group will try to encapsulate the summer mood with a lighter, more girlish concept, and a brighter, dancier lead single.



source: soompi

We Got Married Global Season 2 - EP 5 Discussion Post

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Watch now: viki (video is blocked right now) | kshowonline

( Compact Episode )

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APRIL MEMBER OF THE MONTH: VOTING

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All members in the following poll received 5 or more +1 votes in the previous post.
The Member of The Month nominee with the most votes will be rewarded with a backpack!

yesungholic for her let's get glam post/beauty like oppa noona post
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in_noctem for their bangtan posts
sobaek for their dedication to SJ-M and the usually unforgotten member, ZhouMi posts

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Voting will remain open from May 4th-6th. The March member of the month will be announced on May 7th.

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Old School K-Pop Is Making A Comeback - g.o.d to Return with All Five Members, Album, and Concert

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First-generation male idol group g.o.d is returning to K-Pop! The five-member group will be coming back will all members, with now actor Yoon Kye Sang finally making the decision to join the group in its return. It will be eight years since g.o.d is back with new music with four-members (Kim Tae Woo, Danny Ahn, Park Joon Young, Son Ho Young), twelve years with five.

The group will be managed by SidusHQ, and the agency revealed that g.o.d plans to release its eighth studio album in July along with a concert. The concert series will take place as g.o.d’s 15th anniversary concert and will take place July 12-13 in Jamsil, Seoul. Before that, g.o.d. will release a single on May 8, will proceeds being donated to the Sewol Ferry tragedy victims.

g.o.d debuted in 1999 with the song “To My Mother,” which was produced by Park Jin Young. With hits such as “Lie” and “One Candle,” the group earned the nickname “Nation’s group” in the early 2000s. Yoon Kye Sang left the group in 2002, and the rest of the members continued on as g.o.d until 2006. Check out their debut hit “To My Mother” starring actor Jang Hyuk below.

Source: Soompi

First Fly to the Sky and Wheesung, now g.o.d. I am so happy right now.

Teen Top’s Niel and Royal Pirates’ James to Guest on ‘The Law of the Jungle’

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Teen Top‘s Niel and Royal Pirates‘ James have been confirmed to join the cast of SBS’ “Law of the Jungle” on their trip to India.

Niel had to decline the show’s initial offer to join the Borneo episode, but this time he will be heading off to an Indian Ocean Island adventure with the rest of the cast members.

James of the three-member band Royal Pirates that debuted last year will also be accompanying Kim Byung Man and his tribe. Viewers are looking forward to seeing James make good use of his tall and strong build. He stands at 188 cm and has received attention for being a water polo player in high school.

In addition to these two members, After School’s Uee – who had previously been in talks to join this episode – has also officially been confirmed.

All of the cast members will be leaving for India in the middle of May and the episode is set to air in July!

source : soompi

Jung So Min for Céci ~ May edition

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I think red hair suits her :)

Source: mnbmagazine

RANIA TO MAKE COMEBACK!!

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Yes! Been waiting so long for them!

Are you excited at the news of RaNia making a comeback soon? According to INGENIOmedia, the girls’ Spanish label, RaNia is preparing to make a comeback in Korea with in July. The girls will return with Acceleration, but not much information was revealed except for the fact that it was produced under INGENIOmedia instead of their Korean label. This sounds very interesting. I can’t wait to hear what the girls have in store.

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source: 24-7kpop + INGENIOmedia Music

first things first, yassssssssss. secondly, why do they have a spanish label?

Omona royalty being cute together

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OP's note: could we have an update on posting rules...

베티핑끄, bbupdates, @ShrimpLJY 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, say-yes-i.tumblr

EXO Announces “Overdose” Album Release Date!

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The K-Pop industry is showing yet another sign of return with the news that EXO will finally be releasing their long-awaited album “Overdose.”

The group’s agency, SM Entertainment, announced today, “We are announcing the release date of ‘Overdose.’ EXO’s mini album ‘Overdose,” whose release was postponed after the Sewol Ferry tragedy in mourning and respect, will be released May 7. We, SM Entertainment and EXO, hope that we will be able to provide even just a little bit of strength and comfort during this difficult time by showing us doing our best in our position. We once again offer our condolences and ask everyone to gather their hearts together. We also thank the fans who have waited for EXO and the new album.”

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Source: soompi,

Monthly music recap in April!

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As I combed through April posts, I didn't encounter a lot of ~new music~ or perhaps April was not as active in new releases as March for many reasons (dating scandals, personal scandals, tragedies, etc) So if there's anything I missed, you gotta let me know in the comments section. Also if there's any other music you want to to recommend THIS IS THE POST TO DO SO! It's a musical FFA~

CRUSH RELEASES MV! OP IS CRYING.

Neo-soul, R&B. It's an earworm! Crush is a rising producer/songwriter/artist in Korea despite having a stage name that makes it hard to google >:( and hopefully in the future when he finally releases an album that won't be a problem (...unless he already did and I didn't see it). Taeyang even gave him a shoutout back in 2013!


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Amoeba Culture, 1THEK, CJENMMUSIC Official, woolliment, studio lovo

shoutout to canxi for posting new music!