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CNBLUE SPREADS PRINCELY CHARM
Apart from playing and creating their own music, the charismatic and humble quartet from Korean boyband CNBlue do possess certain qualities that are strikingly different from their fellow Korean counterparts.
With an average height of 1.83m, the strapping-tall lads (Jung Yong Hwa, Lee Jong Hyun, Kang Min Hyuk, and Lee Jung Shin) made quite an impression when they arrived at the Conrad Hotel for their first official press conference in Singapore, looking dapper as ever in their crisp and white matching suits (read: Prince Charming!) and ankle boots.
Sharing on the pros and cons of their meteoric rise in the music industry, band leader Yong Hwa, 22, tickled his bandmates’ funnybone with his frank reply of having to “eat in a beautiful manner” when they have meals at restaurants.“The advantage [of being famous] is that people really love our music, but the disadvantage is that when we go to restaurants to eat, we really have to eat in a beautiful manner because everyone is watching us,” he chuckled.
Being under the watchful eyes of the public might explain why the boys are on their best behavior. Apart from being generous with their Ps and Qs throughout the press conference and interview, they also appeared seemingly reserved and soft-spoken.
One would expect them to break into gregarious bouts of laughter and guffaw over practical jokes and comments made by one another, but instead, polite smiles and slight chuckles were all that was exchanged between the members.
Considering how it has been barely eight months since their Korean debut, their short brush with fame is perhaps the next best explanation behind their subdued and grounded selves.
CNBlue first kick started their music career in Japan during August last year with a Japanese single, Now or Never, and shot to stardom shortly after releasing their debut Korean single, Bluetory, in January this year.
Despite the emergence of new competitors and boybands in the Korean music scene lately, these four lads managed to rise up against the odds with their unique brand of indie music. They feel that incorporating “rap verses and other music genres” helps give their music a different spin.
Currently in Singapore to kick off the first leg of their Asian tour, the boys laughed in embarrassment when asked of their plans to stay ahead and on top of the music charts.
Nicknamed the “emotional” soul of the group when it comes to music composition, Yong Hwa explained, “We do not think that we are at the top right now. He modestly believes that they are merely “on the steps” of reaching the top of their game.
With a growing fanbase in Asia and other parts of the world, the boys marked their first official visit to Singapore with a warm reception from more than 300 fans at Changi Airport last night.
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Text and photos: Joanna Goh@xinmsn
Video: Tay Yixuan@xinmsn + sweethwa@youtube
Although only those who bought category 1 and 2 tickets, and winners of various contests could get their posters autographed by CNBLUE, many supportive Boices still went to City Square Mall to support the “Listen to the CNBLUE” fansign on August 20. In addition, those who bought category 1 tickets plus the contest winners, got a chance to take a group photo with the quartet.
The boys selected their coloured bands from an envelope. Min Hyuk got green, Yong Hwa got blue, Jong Hyun got red and Jung Shin got yellow. Those from category 2 got their signature from the member who got the respective colour bands. CNBLUE was really friendly and gave a handshake and hug to whoever that requested for it.
CNBLUE’s activity continued with the showcase the next day on August 21. The boys started their showcase with Let’s Go crazy and Love Revolution english and korean remix version. They continued with an introductory of themselves. Yonghwa asked the audience, “Should we introduce ourselves individual?” They also said they hope that the audience would enjoy the performance that they have prepared.
As there were technical problems with Min Hyuk’s drums, Jong Hyun started out with an impromptu chorus of Maroon 5′s Sunday Morning. After which, they continued with I’m a Loner, Love Light and L.O.V.E. CNBLUE then headed backstage as they have ‘ended’ their showcase. A few moments later, they returned to encore with the burning version of I’m a Loner, One Time and Now or Never. At the end of the encore, Yong Hwa threw his guitar pick at the audience.
The showcase was continued with the interactive part of the showcase. The questions were chosen from those that were posted on the facebook page. When asked about the possibility of Singapore being a stop in their future Asia Tour concert, they said they really like Singapore and if they have an opportunity, they would like to hold a full-fledged concert in Singapore. Although there is no plan yet, CNBLUE would like to return to Singapore to promote their new album, which will be release in Korea in October.
Yonghwa said that if he has difficulties composing or writing music, he gets his inspiration from watching movies and listening to music. The group is in the progress of finding their own colour in their music. They would like to try different genres with their own style of playing. Min Hyuk, who have played the drums for four years, started to gain interest because he has friends playing in bands. Both Yong Hwa and Jong Hyun started gaining interest in singing at first. They were then attracted to playing the instruments and hence, learnt the guitar and piano. For Jung Shin, he fell for the charm of band music and was attracted to the bass after watching international artists especially bands.
On the topic of Singapore’s famous chilli crab, CNBLUE have not tried it prior to the showcase. They have heard a lot about it and will be trying it before they go back to Korea.
Girls’ Generations’ name was called out when the emcee asked the boys who they will be if they were not in CNBLUE. Although shocked at the shout out, Yong Hwa pointed his marriage ring with Girls’ Generations’ Seohyun. The motion got the audience roaring with excitement. They are married together in Korea’s variety show ‘We Got Married.’ Jung Shin replied that he would become a photographer as he has an interest in photography. Jong Hyun would become an athlete because he likes to exercise. Taking a liking in shoes, Yong Hwa said he would most likely be a shoe designer. Min Hyuk’s reply was that he would be a fan of CNBLUE because he likes CNBLUE a lot.
Min Hyuk chose Linkin Park and Maroon 5 as the artists he would like to collaborate with. Jung Shin wants to collaborate with Jay-Z because of his interest in hip hop. Being a guitarist, Jong Hyun would like to collaborate with John Mayer. Girls’ Generations’ name was called out yet again when it was Yong Hwa’s turn to answer but he told the audience, “Noo”. He would like to collaborate with Jason Mraz.
Being a popular group, the boys were asked about their likes and dislikes about being famous. The boys mentioned that it was good to let everyone know about their music, perform for them and to interact with everyone. However, they would have to eat beautifully when they go to restaurants. In addition, Jung Shin said that it was beneficial to have a car. The boys mentioned that they would try to compose for boice and every song is dedicated to boice, when asked if they would compose songs for boice only. The boys were sincere in answering all the questions.
Special wishes were granted after the interview. Two of the audience got to take a group photo, two got to get a group hug from all four members and two got to have signed albums from all four members, with Yong Hwa adding their names to the signed albums. The last two lucky audience was serenaded by Yong Hwa with I’m a Fool, from the hit drama You’re Beautiful. In addition, a lucky draw was held earlier to give out cherished items from CNBLUE. The items include Jung Shin’s shirt that was worn before, Jong Hyun and Yong Hwa’s guitar picks as well as Min Hyuk’s drumstick. Yong Hwa mentioned that his guitar pick was signed.
The showcase ended with a surprise from CNBLUE’s fanclub in Singapore. The representative brought out a cake, with their picture on it, to commemorate the start of their Asian Tour. The fanclub also prepared a video for CNBLUE. In addition, the fanclub members took their initiative to sing I’m a Fool, to the CNBLUE members, in the video.
CNBLUE expressed that they were really impressed and touched by the fans’ actions and they are thankful. “I love you” was repeatedly heard from CNBLUE as well as the mention that they will visit Singapore more often. Jung Shin added that it was a meaningful moment as well.
The showcase was the end of CNBLUE’s activities in Singapore for now and we hope they will be back for more. We would like to thank CNBLUE’s Singapore fanclub for making their first visit to Singapore a memorable one.
FANCAMS
LOVELIGHT
LOVE
I'M A FOOL (from You're Beautiful)
Part of Q&A
Text and photo: Scanation SG
Additional photos: (x)clusive
Fancams: CNBLUE SG Showcase; sayursai(mine :D)
Boys were such awkward turtles at the presscon vid idek XD It's endearing though.
They're so adorbs and amazing, I want a full live next~ Keep your promise and come back to Singapore!
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Date: 2010-08-23 06:51 am (UTC)no subject
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Date: 2010-08-23 06:54 am (UTC)That You're Beautiful gif is A+, OP.
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Date: 2010-08-23 06:55 am (UTC)Yeah they really looked damn good in real life!!! Jungshin is really tall & he was the first one to be spotted easily :)
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Date: 2010-08-23 11:20 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2010-08-23 06:56 am (UTC)I LOVE THEM!!
JONGHYUNF ♥
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Date: 2010-08-23 07:07 am (UTC)It was his ear piece, not the drums.
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Date: 2010-08-23 07:21 am (UTC)OIC.
I approve of CNBlue collabing with all the artists mentioned, but still lol at Jungshin picking Jay-Z.
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Date: 2010-08-23 07:25 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2010-08-23 02:56 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2010-08-23 07:24 am (UTC)"I like being famous because I can make music for my fans, but when ever I go to eat in a restaurant, I have to eat beautifully"
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Date: 2010-08-23 07:44 am (UTC)I HAD THE BEST 2 DAYS IN MY LIFE (THREE IF YOU INCLUDE THEIR ARRIVAL-STALKING)
T.T
I touched Jonghyuuuuuuuuun. Shaking & crying.
I miss them so bad.
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Date: 2010-08-23 02:39 pm (UTC)glad you had fun bb!
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Date: 2010-08-23 11:16 am (UTC)judges your friend
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Date: 2010-08-23 11:17 am (UTC)my friend happened to tap jungshin on the back.
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Date: 2010-08-23 09:55 am (UTC)here's my fancam of jonghyun's random snippet of maroon 5's sunday morning because he's just plain awesome!!
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Date: 2010-08-23 11:15 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2010-08-23 11:47 am (UTC)...obligatory YB gif :3
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Date: 2010-08-23 02:54 pm (UTC)or is that beautiful Yonghwa eating??
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Date: 2010-08-23 02:38 pm (UTC)hope they are doing well overseas :3
BROKE MY LAYOUT GOD DAMN IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Date: 2010-08-23 02:56 pm (UTC)k.thnx.bye
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Date: 2010-08-23 03:26 pm (UTC)jonghyun you flawless man please continue to stay flawless~
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Date: 2010-08-24 12:55 am (UTC)....this 105 degree weather is frying my brain @~@