Diplo Discusses 2NE1 and Other MTV Iggy Finalists

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Last night, VIPs did their part to help Big Bang score a victory at MTV’s EMA awards in Belfast. As time ticks down, its Blackjacks chance to shine for the lovely ladies of YG, 2NE1. 2NE1 is up against nine other worldwide acts all competing for the title of MTV Iggy’s “Best New Band in the World.” Even though 2NE1 is in their sophomore year, and hardly new to K-Pop fans, they are new to the global world (outside of Asia) and this will be a well-deserved honor if they win.



American DJ, producer, and songwriter Diplo is well-known for his collaborations with some of the biggest names in music. He has worked with Shakira, Bruno Mars, Snoop Dogg, and even Beyonce. To YG Family fans and K-Poppers alike the DJ is known for his work with Big Bang’s duo, GD&TOP, on their single, “Knock Out” released last year. Diplo is now singing his praises for another YG Entertainment act, this time for 2NE1. The group and Diplo haven’t worked together (yet…) but it is no surprise that he finds them talented since 2NE1 has befriended and received accolades from various world famous musicians. Do I smell a future collaboration in the works?

Recently Diplo was asked for his expert opinion on this year’s MTV Iggy finalists. He even gave his own prediction as to who would ultimately take home the coveted prize. He described taking on the top group would be “like battling a superhero.” Here is a snippet of how he feels about the finalists:

1) “Kinda like the whole package” - Skrillex

2) “Stripped down to the bone” - La Vida Boheme

3) “Can tour well, a Williamsburg-y vibe” - Yuna

4) “Like Battling a superhero” - 2NE1

5) “A crooner, a sweet singer…folky, Western. Very unique.” - Atif Aslam

Do you agree with Diplo's selection? To see exactly what Diplo has to say about each of the acts and who he chose as the “Best New Band," check out the video below!

If you haven't voted for your favorite finalist yet, you have two days left to do so. Click here to vote!

Source: Soompi + MTV Iggy

PRAYER CIRCLE!!!


(stole this GIF from mighty_romance)

Comments

[pleasewantme.livejournal.com]

dead

[pivotandsway.livejournal.com]

ugh he's so gross. he would have positive things to say about skrillex. columbus go home, etc

[melonfucka.livejournal.com]

voting 4 skrillex xoxo to all the h8rs

[walkingparadoxx.livejournal.com]

"she's muslim and she still sings from her heart" I must have missed the part where religion had anything to do with how you emote in a song.

[chunsakuma.livejournal.com]

Yeah, that comment is some straight-up bullshit.

[kiku-cha8-8.livejournal.com]

i see conflict of interests here.

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[notyourgeisha.livejournal.com]

I would shit on Skrillex but one day I found Borgore

[ideservestars.livejournal.com]

ew borgore groce

[falling-cookie.livejournal.com]

I always miss when this mtv iggy on. It's like a mystery to figure that out for me.

[ideservestars.livejournal.com]

sry my vote is 4 skrillex unce unce unce

[es2pido.livejournal.com]

[macabrer.livejournal.com]

ewww diplo :/

[hurtmybones.livejournal.com]

He's a douche and brb voting for my girls.

[ohprecioustime.livejournal.com]

why do ppl hate him is because he is not Korean?

either way,everything he has made for the pop divas I listen to has sucked, RuntheWorld ugh..........

[kawaiiairbender.livejournal.com]

lol why would that be a reason to hate him?

he is a jerk and a thief that is why I don't like him.

[kawaiiairbender.livejournal.com]

eww diplo

gross human being

[asnindie.livejournal.com]

I see my boy Atif Aslam here, the man has the most unique voice in Asia, voting for him.

[tees2mai.livejournal.com]

I love his voice! I want him to win but he's probably not going to

[goshipgurl.livejournal.com]

OT but i cant help everytime i read his name i think of this

[asnindie.livejournal.com]

Not gonna lie, minus Skrillex or whatever they're called, the other musicians are far above 2NE1.

[es2pido.livejournal.com]

Can't help but agree with you.

I HAFTA SUPPORT MAH BBs THO <3

[deeinanutshell.livejournal.com]

A 2NE1(Teddy)-Diplo collab would be so beautiful :'D let it plz happen.

[es2pido.livejournal.com]

Gawd, that would be freaking great! :DDD

[asnindie.livejournal.com]

Oh man her voice is beautiful and so is the song.

[love-keiko.livejournal.com]

LOVELY! *___*

[yangguifei17.livejournal.com]

NUESSSSSSSTRA

vida boheme vida boheme vida boheme

but diplo get out you skeezy

[setsuna16.livejournal.com]

Here for the outers...

[shikinluv.livejournal.com]

Diplo, I wonder if you can say something that does not sound moronic.

[hileahrious.livejournal.com]

does a fucking dance

[hileahrious.livejournal.com]

does another fucking dance top the page dance

[aaalove.livejournal.com]

LMAO @ the prayer circle + gif! LOL-ed so hard irl!

[prlsb4swiine.livejournal.com]

Came to comment on the flawless gif OP chose but was distracted by diplo's douschebaggery. Two muslim singers and he basically insulted them both, and said nothing with true critique about their music.
fuck you diplo.