Saturday, December 31, 2011

New Year's Eve and New Year

Well you guys it's the last day of 2011 in America and I am so glad to see 2011 leave. I hope that you guys have a good one and I will be back tomorrow with more updates.

Here is Jang Guen Suk's New Years Greeting that he posted yesterday on his youtube channel. It was so cute that he said the Happy New Year in different languages.



PS. For my bias list that I was supposed to post tomorrow, I'm really sorry but please wait awhile longer. If things go well I should have it posted by the end of January. But tomorrow or Monday I should have the January birthdays up for you guys.
Anyway for those people who are already in 2012, HAPPY NEW YEARS and I hope that you are enjoying your first day in 2012.
And to those who are still waiting (me I have 55 minutes), I hope you have someone to kiss, I will be ringing in my New Year while watching Full House (the asian drama with Rain and not the American show) with one of my good friend (she's Chinese and introduced me to rain about 3-4 years ago).

Lee Hyun reveals "Because You are You" MV teaser

Recently, 8eight’s Lee Hyun has been covering various songs through his short me2day series ,Letting You Listen Because You Are You. Following behind the MV teaser photos and album jacket cover, Lee Hyun’s upcoming title track music video teaser for “Because You Are You” has been released.

On December 31st, Lee Hyun’s producer hitman Bang posted on his me2day,

“Lee Hyun’s 1st full-length album ‘The Healing Echo”s ‘Because You Are You’ teaser

Lee Hyun’s ‘Because You Are You’ will be released on 2012.1.2! Please show lots of love~“

The music video teaser shows short segments of the overall music video leaving fans in anticipation for the release of the full music video. Within the teaser, you are able to hear a snipbit of the song’s melody which starts with ”Because you are my last love” and ends with “Because I already knew the moment I saw you“.

Taeyang, " A Closer Big Bang will make an amazing appearance in 2012"




Of the nation’s top male idol groups, there are not many K-Pop fans that hesitate to choose five member team Big Bang as the best. Since their summer of 2006 debut, in the last 5 years, Big Bang has had countless hit songs, including “Lies”, “Last Farewell”, “Haru Haru”, “Sunset Glow”, “Tonight”, and “Love Song”.

Preview/Clip for Yoona and Jang Geun Seuk's upcoming drama "Love Rain"

Winners from the 2011 MBC Entertainment Awards

On December 29th, the ‘2011 MBC Entertainment Awards‘ honored this year’s outstanding talents at the MBC Dream Center in Ilsan.

Unfortunately, the awards ceremony met with some difficulties that persisted throughout the show, earning criticism and dissatisfaction from its viewers.

The chain of mistakes began with the hosts, as MC Park Ha Sun stumbled through several speeches. Instead of recovering from her mistakes, she was seen covering her face with her hands, saying, “What do I do” into the mic. Viewers had hoped that Yoon Jong Shin would carry on the show, but he only mumbled and shied away from his usual witticisms.

More than anything, viewers were dissatisfied with the way MBC freely gave out awards, adding in categories that many felt were unnecessary. Most of the awards given out that night were ones that anyone could have won simply for attending.

MBC had also implemented a new system that would award TV shows, not an individual MC or comedian. This change was made largely due to the criticisms they received last year for giving out too many co-awards, which many felt dropped the value and prestige of the award.

Furthermore, MBC came under fire for giving the ‘Program of the Year’ award to the ‘I Am a Singer‘ team.

While many agreed that ‘I Am a Singer’ had created a ripple effect in the industry, they felt that ‘Infinity Challenge‘ was far more deserving of the award.


★ Excellence Radio MC Awards

- Jung Yeob for ‘Blue Night’
- Younha for ‘Starry Starry Night’

★ Best Radio MC Awards

- Yang Hee Eun (Female) for ‘Women’s Time’
- Kang Suk Woo (Male) for ‘Women’s Time’

★ PD Award

- Yoon Jong Shin (Male) for ‘Radio Star’, ‘I Am A Singer’
- Kim Won Hee (Female) for ‘Come to Play’

★ Best Couple Award

- Park Myung Soo and Jung Jun Ha

★ Friendship Award

Lee Kyung Shil, Jo Hyung Ki, Jo Hye Ryun, Sun Woo Yong Nyeo, Kim Ji Sun, Kim Shin Young for ‘Quiz To Change The World’

★ Distinguished Services Award

C’est Si Bon Friends

★ Special Award (Current Affairs/News Division)

- Oh Sang Jin (Male)
- Go Eun Joo (Female)

★ Special Award (Singer Division)

- Super Junior

★ Special Award (Program Division)

- Kpop Concert (represented by TVXQ), KOICA

★ Special Award (Show/Entertainment)

Lee Sun Hee, Yoon Il Sang, Park Jung Hyun, Yoon Sang, Lee Seung Hwan for ‘Birth of a Great Star 2'

★ Special Award (MC Division)

- Yoon Jong Shin, Kim Gook Jin, Kim Gura, Kyuhyun for ‘Radio Star’
- Tiffany and Yuri for ‘Show! Music Core’

★ Scriptwriter Award

- Yeo Hyun Jun for ‘I Am a Singer’

★ Popularity Award (Singer Division)

- Kim Bum Soo (Male)
- Park Jung Hyun (Female

★ Popularity Award (Sitcom/Comedy)

- Ahn Nae Sang for ‘High Kick 3′
- Baek Jin Hee for ‘High Kick 3′
- Jo Kwon for ‘All My Love’
- Jung Sung Ho for ‘Laughed and Laughed’

★ Popularity Award (Show/Entertainment)

- Jung Jae Hyung (Male) for ‘Infinity Challenge’
- Jessica Gomes (Female) for ‘Dancing with the Stars’

★ Rookie Award (Sitcom/Comedy)

- Go Young Wook (Male) for ‘High Kick 3′
- Jung Myung Ock (Female) for ‘Laughed and Laughed’

★ Rookie Award (Show/Entertainment)

- Kim Heechul (Male) for ‘Radio Star’
- Ham Eunjung (Female) for ‘We Got Married’

★ Excellence Sitcom/Comedy Awards

- Park Ha Sun (Female) for ‘High Kick 3′
- Yoon Kye Sang (Male) for ‘High Kick 3′

★ Excellence Awards Show/Entertainment MC Award

- Park So Hyun (Female) for ‘We Got Married’
- Kim Tae Won (Male) for ‘Birth of a Great Star 1′

★ Best Sitcom/Comedy Awards

- Yoon Yoo Sun (Female) for ‘High Kick 3′
- Kim Kap Soo (Male) for ‘All My Love’

★ Best Show/Entertainment MC Award

- Park Mi Sun (Female) for ‘Quiz That Changes The World’, ‘We Got Married’
- Yoo Jae Suk (Male) for ‘Infinity Challenge’

★ Entertainment Daesang

- I Am A Singer (Sunday Sunday Night)

EXO's Kai extended teaser



I really wish that they would release the teasers of the other members too, they are waiting too long, WE NEED TO KNOW.

T-ara release their zombie concept for their 5 part "Lovey Dovey" MV


T-ara has released a few concept photos of their zombie version of their “Lovey Dovey” MV!

As previously reported, “Lovey Dovey” will feature five music video installments, each with a specific theme. The zombie concept unveiled today goes with the third ‘Zombie’ themed music video. The other versions include themes such as ‘Tokyo’ and ‘Drama’.

Although the concept is meant to give a little spook, the members still managed to look eerily cute, as if they’re dressed up to celebrate Halloween. Netizens commented, “I wonder what kind of song it is,” “I love this zombie version!” and “Curious about the other versions!”

As reported previously, the song is produced by Shinsadong Tiger and Choi Kyu Sung and features an electronic sound. The single will be released on January 2nd, along with the first version of the MV, which will be the drama version. The various versions will follow after with the final version being released on January 10th.

Winning InSight introduces a new upcoming boy group, CHAOS

Winning InSight, the entertainment company that’s home to artists like Norazo and the Piggy Dolls, has unveiled two pictures of their upcoming boy group, CHAOS!

On December 28th, the company introduced members Hyunsun and Taeyang, who’ll be “rising rookies with a funky sound.” Hyunsun has a killer smile, and is the oldest of the group as well as its rapper. Taeyang is known for his tall height and strong charisma.

The most interesting part about their debut, however, is that they’re using promotion styles similar to SM Entertainment‘s EXO-K and EXO-M. While EXO is simultaneously debuting in Korea and China, CHAOS will be debuting in Korea and Japan.

CHAOS is comprised of members Heejae, Hyunsun, Taeyang, Doohwan, and Dongmin.



Chocolat releases rehearsal video for "I like it"

2011 KBS Music Festival

INFINTE-


T-ara-

Winners from the 2011 SBS Entertainment Awards

Entertainer Daesang: Yoo Jae Suk

Best Excellence Award: Lee Seung Gi (Strong Heart), Kim Byung Man (Law of the Jungle)

Excellence Award: Song Ji Hyo & Kim Jong Kook

Best Excellence Program: Running Man

Excellence Program (Variety Show): Strong Heart

WInners from the 2011 MBC Drama Awards

Top Drama (Daesang): The Greatest Love

Mini-Series Best Female Actress: Gong Hyo Jin

Mini-Series Best Male Actor: Cha Seung Won

Drama Best Male/Female Award: Kim Suk Hoon, Kim Hyun Joo, Shin Aera

Mini-Series Excellence Award: Kim Jae Won, Hwang Jung Eum, Lee Bo Young

Drama Excellence Award: Lee Yuri, Ji Hyun Woo

Golden Popularity Award: Bae Jong Ock, Jung Bo Suk

2NE1, KARA and TVXQ at 53rd Japan Record Awards

2NE1-



KARA-


TVXQ-

SNSD, TVXQ, and KARA on Japan's "Kohaju Uta Gassen"

KARA-


SNSD-


TVXQ-

2011 SBS Drama Awards

SBS’s “2011 Drama Awards” ended the year by awarding actor Han Suk Gyu with the Daesang.

Han Suk Gyu was recognized for his outstanding portrayal of King Sejong in the historical series, ‘Tree With Deep Roots‘. After accepting the trophy, the actor said, “First, I would like to thank my parents. I thank my parents who have given me everything from my voice to inner spirituality.”

2011 MBC Gayo Daejaejun

Opening Stage-


U-Kiss-


Rainbow-

Winners from the 2011 KBS Drama Awards

2011 was marked by the wild success of family drama ‘Ojakgyo Brothers‘ and the historical romance series, ‘The Princess’ Man‘. Both works took home a solid amount of trophies, but it was Park Shi Hoo and Moon Chae Won who landed the ‘Top Excellence Actor & Actress’ awards.

With his trophy in his hand, Park Shi Hoo said, “The fact that I encountered ‘The Princess’ Man’ was all good fortune. Also, it is an honor for me to receive such a big award. I really thank my company family, who were my crutch as I worked to reach this spot, and my family that I love. I think this year, I took a step closer to my goals. I will continue to become an actor with perseverance. I will share this happiness with my fans.”

Thursday, December 29, 2011

Big Bang GMarket CFs

1)



GD: How many times do you want to get hit?

Seungri: 20 times

Taeyang: 20 times?

Narrator: In 2012, (people in their) 20s are G Market. (People in their) 20s during all of 2012 will receive a 12% discount. 2012, Big Bang is starting. 2012, G Market

[T/N: “20 times” in Seungri’s line is the same as the Korean term used for “people in their 20s” (20대)]

2)


GD: So what is it today?

TOP: (A Korean game in which one person says a word, and the next person thinks of aword that starts with the last letter/syllable of that word, and so on). Eee-ship (20).

GD: Ship? Ship-eee (12).

TOP: Eee-ship (20).

GD: Ship-eee (12).

TOP: (scoff) Eee-ship (20).

GD: Ship-eee! (12)

TOP: Eee-ship (20).

Narrator: In 2012, (people in their) 20s are G Market. (People in their) 20s during all of 2012 will receive a 12% discount.2012Big Bang is starting2012, G Market


3)


TOP: Why are you provoking me?Why are you provoking only me?! WHY ARE YOU PROVOKING ONLY ME?! WHY ARE YOU PROVOKING ME?! WHY ARE YOU PROVOKING ONLY ME?!

Daesung: We’re provoking because you’re in your 20s

(Alternative: It’s 12 because you’re in your 20s)


LMAO at the last one. TOP-OPPA SARANGHAE!!!

B.A.P. releases debut MV teaser




Fix to debut earlier than expected thanks to International fans



It’s not often that international fans play a large role in the decisions made by Korean entertainment companies, but their voices have been heard this time by The Groove Entertainment.

12.29.11 M!Countdown

**WINNER**
TROUBLEMAKER


CNBLUE-

Jennifer Chung: Your Year & Happiness Mashup

For those of you who do not know who Jennifer Chung is, she is what we call in America a Youtube Sensation. Which pretty much means she is one of the more talented people that post videos on youtube. Youtube sensations include NigaHiga, Lisa Lavie, and many many others. I'll post a few videos in the future to introduce them to you. But yesterday I saw her new music video that she posted on her account.
And some rude person was pretty much telling her that she needs to lose a few pounds and cut her hair into a more stylish cut. That made me mad because though she maybe a little thick and her hair is long but as long as she is happy and that she is talented then she is perfectly fine.

Lee Seung Gi: Is Kimchi good at your house?

I saw this somewhere and I thought that it was hilarious.



Singer Lee Seung Gi revealed a rather unique text message that he continues to receive from one of his fans.

On the episode of SBS ‘Strong Heart‘ that aired December 27th, the guests shared stories of fans that left a strong impression on them.

Lee Seung Gi revealed that there is a fan that keeps sending him texts saying, “Is kimchi at your house good?”

“The kimchi at your house is good” are lyrics to a kimchi refrigerator CF song that Lee Seung Gi and Cha Seung Won starred in. Cha Seung Won actually sings those lyrics to Seung Gi in the CF.

“I keep receiving that text from a number I can’t respond to. ‘Is kimchi at your house good?’, I keep getting these texts!”, he said, evoking laughter on set.



Source: Newsen (Nate)

Teen Top releases MV teaser for "Driving Me Crazy"



Wasn't too crazy for Teen Top until this teaser, now I am all for them.

SHINee's Taemin and f(x)'s Krystal on High Kick 3

In the episode, Krystal happily finds out that her crush Taemin has finally broken up with her girlfriend through Kakao. She states that she’s attracted to him and they decide to start going out. To make things interesting the show added a counter on the lower right to see how long this new relationship would last.

Meeting at a coffee shop, Taemin reveals that he was quite surprised to receive the text from Krystal, who explains that she always had his phone number. They share orange juice & desserts together then go shopping for couple rings.

Unfortunately, the relationship doesn’t last too long due to constant texting from Taemin. In a metaphysical moment, Taemin mentions finding a girl group called f(x) online; though calling them “daebak”, he concludes that Krystal is better than them. Though the two attempt to reconcile, they ultimately decide to go their separate ways due to incompatibility. The short-lived relationship lasts less than 24 hours.


2011 Bugs Music Award

‘Netizens’ Popularity Award’
1 – Super Junior
2 – Girls’ Generation
3 – Huh Gak

‘Best Rookie’
1 – Dal Shabet
2 – A Pink
3 – Jang Jae In

CNBLUE teaser for "Where you are"

EXO's Tao revealed


SNSD "Time Machine" from The Boys repackaged


I thought that I wouldnt like this song, but it was really good. I think that I need to get the album because there are some songs on there that I haven't heard

K-Pop Star audition: Park Ji Min

From the get-go, Park Ji Min captivated her audience with a confidence that made it hard to believe she was only 15. Her voice fluctuated charmingly, keeping true to Adele’s style yet delivering a flair all her own. At one point, BoA was so touched by Park Ji Min’s singing that she shouted with sheer excitement during the performance.
After the performance, J.Y. Park honestly confessed, “If I had a big bag beside me, I think I would kidnap you and bring you to my company.” Yang Hyun Suk also revealed his astonishment as he breathed, “You’re only 15…. I think you’re crazy“.

Big Bang: GMarket making of clip

Big Bang has finally reunited on camera! All five members were seen in a making-of clip released by Gmarket on December 26th for their 2012 promotions.

The video acts as a teaser for Gmarket’s marketing plans for the new year. Judging by the clip, it looks like the boys will deliver a dramatic CF filled to the brim with high tension. In one scene, T.O.P. is seen flipping out on his members; later on, he and G-Dragon circle each other warily in a parking lot.

Of course, when it comes to Big Bang, they make sure to mix in some goofball moments with their work. Check out the video clip below, and stay tuned for more updates!


EXO's Lu Han revealed

The 21-year-old possesses strong vocals and dancing skills as well as ‘flower boy’ looks — a combination that’s sure to draw him many personal fans.

Dumbfounded release "Love is a Song" remix

Infinites Christmas Present to fans

This video was uploaded to Woolim Entertainment's official Youtube channel.

2011 Seoul Tokyo Music Festival

MC Cuts-


INFINITE- Intro & Be Mine

12.23.11 MTV The Show: Holiday Special

Tim- The Christmas Song


IU- You & I

2011 SBS Gayo Daejun

I know that I am missing a whole lot more posts but I promise you they will be up on by January 1, I don't want to go into the new year having to post a lot more posts. But I woke up at 5am to watch the live stream of this show and I am very proud of myself and I found the performances.

Davichi-

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

FIX releases 2nd teaser for "Please don't Stay"

2AM's Jo Kwon covers Britney Spears

2AM reveals practice videos for their covers of "Step" and "Be My Baby"

On December 27th, Big Hit Entertainment shared 2AM’s practice video for “Step” and “Be My Baby” with fans on YouTube. As expected, Jo Kwon brought out his impressive kkap, hitting each dance point perfectly. Not to be outdone, his groupmates Jinwoon, Changmin, and Seulong did their utmost to keep up, although they’d occasionally crack a smile or burst into laughter.

Jay Park releases the MV for "Star"

The video became avaliable on major Korean music sites the morning of December 28th.
In his music video, Jay Park shows off some sophisticated dance moves to match the smooth feel of his ballad.
It is said that the song was inspired by Se7en and Park Han Byul's love story.

Se7en releases "Somebody Else" PV


Along with the picture above on his me2day on December 27 he include the caption:”me2, me three, me four, me five, me six, me? Se7en!!!”

In the video, Se7en wanders about town in a brokenhearted daze. Everywhere he goes, he finds images of his ex-girlfriend being with someone else.

Saturday, December 24, 2011

My Top Songs of 2011

Well it's nearing the end of 2011 and as I look back there has been some great songs that have came out and that includes the songs that have recently came out this month and last.
For this post I have decided that I will be listing the songs by artist in alphabetical order as opposed to by month or by memory (that would end in disaster). I hope that you guys will enjoy this. All along this post I might be putting little comments about the artists (in my opinion) ^^. Also another thing is that some of my top songs might not be a song that was released in 2011 but it is a song that listened to quite a lot.
Well anyway enjoy and Happy Holidays.

**2NE1
In my opinion 2NE1 has had a really good year especially with them winning MTV IGGY's Best New Band.

*Lonely-


*I am the Best-


**Agia-
If you haven't fallen in love with this girl, do so quickly because that way you can brag and say that you were with her since the beginning. And she is seriously one of the nicest people, she actually takes the time and tries to reply back to her fans on twiter (I am one of them), and I don't know too many people that do that.

*Hey Boy-


**Ali-
Even though she just came out, her song was truly amazing and I loved it. I am really looking forward to more music from her, as I said in one of my previous posts about her, her voice is really unique and I haven't heard it at all in my 10 journey into K-pop.

*Don't Act Countrified-


**A Pink-
I didn't really start listening to them until "My My" came out and then I fell in love with the Mini album, "Snow Pink".

*My My-


**Big Bang-
It dones't take a genius to figure out that I am in love with this group (especially Choi Seung Hyun aka Top). Even though they have been through a lot this year they are planning on making a strong comeback. I think that them winning at the EMA's was the push that they needed to get out of their funk. Don't forget to check out Daesung's new drama "What's Up". (This post will include some solos from the group, if they made my list).

*Tonight-


*Somebody to Love-


*Love Song-


*What can I do- (Seungri Solo)


*Wedding Dress- (Taeyang Solo)


**BoA-
BoA hasn't really released anything this year due to her movie.

*Milestone-


**Brown Eyed Girls-

*Sixth Sense-


**Davichi-

*Don't sat Goodbye-


**Girl's Generation aka SNSD-
A lot has been going on this year for these girls. They have been working on the American debut with "The Boys", which to me was one of their best songs. Everyone was saying that it was horrible but these girls made it work and turned it into a hit. MEGA HIT!!!! Now I still think that it was a mistake to promote "Mr. Taxi" after "The Boys" but whatever.

*The Boys-


*OSCAR- (Found on "The Boys album)


*How Great is Your Love-


**HyunA & Hyunseung (aka Troublemaker)-
Even though this is a very awkward coupling to have a subgroup for. The song was good, just the video made it more awkward then it should have been.

*Troublemaker-


**IU-
I adore this girl, especially because she is only a month older than me but is living my dream.

*You & I


*Cruel Fairy Tale-


*Only I didn't Know


*Good Day-


**Kim Hyun Joon-
I recently just fallen in love with this guy. He has an amazing voice.

*Marry Me-


*Marry You-


**MBLAQ-
I didn't really start to listening to them until I heard Mona Lisa and then I feel in love with Joon and Mir. But my thing is, I know that the shades is Mir's thing but you know he could take them off sometimes.And I could have sworn that G.O was the rapper, he just looked like the rapper, but apparently not. Does any else think that G.O kind of looks like Rain, I mean you gotta really look at him, I mean I know that Joon is pretty much his twin but I'm telling you G.O. is in that family somewhere too. I am so glad that Rain put this group togather, I have something to keep me occupied until he is done with his military service.

*Mona Lisa-


*Stay- (So I just seriously discovered this song five secods ago. WHERE HAS THIS BEEN THIS WHOLE TIME...MIR HAS NO SHADES.....INSTANT TOP SONG)


*Cry-


**Miss A-

*Goodbye Baby-


*Breathe-


**Rain-
This man right here equals perfection or at least in my book it does.

*Love Song- This song will forever be number one for obvious reasons. And now we see where Lee Joon learned his shirt ripping.


**Secret-

*Love is Move-


*Neverland-


*Bastard-


**SHINee-

*Lucifer-


*Hello-


**Super Junior-

*Mr. Simple-


**Tablo-
I just discovered Tablo this year when Fever's End came out. I have really been missing out because he is amazing. I can't believe that I didn't listen to rappers before him (unless they were in a group, then they were forced onto me). If you haven't got the album, get it and support Tablo because you seriously won't be dissappointed. Everytime I listened to his new album, even though I couldn't understand a single word, the music spoke to my heart (no kidding) and if music does that to you even if it isn't in your native language that speaks volumes.

*Tomorrow-


*Bad-


*Try-


*Thankful Breath-


*Airbag-


**TRAX-

*Blind-


**TVXQ-
Yunho and Changmin as a duo is epic. They have come very far, but I am over here still praying for a DB5K reunion.

*Keep Your Head Down-


*Before You Go-


*Purple Line- DB5K
Yoochun- I really wanna touch myself
Me: Wait! What did he say? *rewinds*
Yoochun: I really wanna touch myself
Me: Did I hear that right? *Googles lyrics* *Rewinds video*
Yoochun: I really wanna touch myself
Me: O.O *faints**recovers* I'LL TOUCH YOU!!!
Because of that this video will forever be one of my favorites, that and the song is actually awesome


**Wonder Girls-
As Yubin said in Be My Baby- And the Wonder Girls are back.

*Be My Baby-


*G.N.O-


*Girls, Girls-



AND THERE YOU HAVE IT
My top songs for 2011. Next year I should probably make this post as I go through the year, it will make it much easier. This took me forever and a day (mainly because I would watch the videos and sing and dance along to them ^^) but I hope that you guys enjoy this.
I had orginally decided to post this at midnight on Christmas Eve but since I'm playing Santa this year, I'm a little tired so I am going to post this and hour and a half early, but I'm sure that you guys don't mind all that much.
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY HOLIDAYS ^^
I'm thinking about doing this for the summer months for a type of my summer hits list. I think I'll do that.

I will be back on Monday with updates for today and tomorrow. But if my mom decides to go to after christmas sales, I'll be back on Tuesday, but more likely it will be on Monday.

Friday, December 23, 2011

AZIATIX releases MV for "Nothing Compares to You"

AZIATIX just got done with their very first US Tour and the boys decided to release the MV for their fans as a special present for Christmas.
The MV included footage from Japan, Los Angeles, New York and San Francisco. They filmed it as a thank you gift to all the fans ho have given them all the love and support over the past year.

Their album "Nocturnal Deluxe Album" is set to be released on January 18, 2012.

Dal Shabet released Christmas Time MV

Top 20 Music Bank K Chart in 2011

20-11

MBLAQ performed Mona Lisa on KBS Joy19th Korean Culture & Entertainment Awards

Junggigo releases "Stay"

Junggigo, the beloved crooner in the hip hop sphere, has released a new love song just in time for Christmas!

“Stay” was released on December 22nd, and it’s the first track of Junggigo’s ‘My Favorite Cut‘ series. His sweet and pleasant voice meld fluidly into the romantic lines, “I only waited for you while others were in love… So please stay with me.”

Fans already received a lovely gift from Junggigo earlier this month with his OST track “Waterfalls“ for the movie ‘Chilling Romance‘ (starring Son Yejin and Lee Minki). However, his agency explained that the singer wanted to give one more musical treat as a Christmas present.

“This song was supposed to be released later on… however, Junggigo wanted to present his fans with a Christmas gift and so it was released as a single first,” they said.


Line Up for 2011 SBS Gayo Daejun


M! Countdown 12.22.11

SNSD
Mr. Taxi


Wonder Girls
Be My Baby

Music on Top 12.22.11

Wonder Girls
Girls, Girls


G.NA
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas

T-ara and Davichi releases their special winter single "We are in Love"

The Core Contents Media labelmates collaborated on a beautiful ballad, whose lyrics express the desperate feelings of a woman who doesn’t want to let her relationship go, even though her lover has already left. This song, then, is like a final plea to that lover; if he hears this song, he should return to her because he’s the only one for her.

SNSD's Christmas Fairy Tale preview

On December 24th at 12:20 KST SNSD will have a special on MBC call "SNSD's Christmas Fairy Tale."
The show will include performances that were previously only seen at their international concerts. Jessica and Onew will also be singing their popular song, "One Year Later"



Preview for T-ara's Roly Poly Musical

As some of you have heard T-ara's Roly Poly is being made into a musical and I have just now seen the preview for the musical, it looks interesting.

IU shows off her sexy dance moves on "Happy Together 3"

Starcall from Boyfriend's Kwnagmin

I should really start answering these calls in the middle of the night. I really wanted a video message from Kwangmin.



TRANSLATION:
“Hello everyone! How many days are left until Christmas? How many days are left? 3 days, Dodoo, 3 days are left. But on Christmas day, no Christmas Eve, you know what we are doing right? Do you know or not know?.. Ohh you know? We are doing a signing at Myungdong. We hope that a lot of people will attend, please come hehe. Also, we came to M Countown today, we’ll be singing a carol today. Please watch us~ eeee Maerong :-p”.

EXO's Kai revealed


Split into two teams, EXO-K and EXO-M, the group is expected to make their debuts in both Korea and China with the same song on the same day. Their name ‘EXO’ is taken from ‘EXOPLANET’, which the group has taken to express themselves as a star from another planet. As previously explained, ‘K’ and ‘M’ stand for Korean and Mandarin.

KAI is a 17 year old boy who stands at 182 cm, and is described to have a broad range of dancing skills from ballet, jazz, hip hop, popping, and locking. There’s no word yet on which group he’ll belong to.

Here is his teaser:

Boyfriend to cover H.O.T's "Candy" on Christmas Special of Music Bank

The H.O.T. member (Tony AN) gave the rookies a few pointers: “You need to be fresh, pure… Wear the clothes, know the butt-on-the-floor as well as the hammer dance, and of course, my part (the chorus). I became famous because of that part. Oh, and don’t dance too hard, just have fun with it”.

Palm TV's coverage of FTC's investigation into SM and JYJ

As previously announced, Palm TV‘s ‘Palm News‘ aired their much-anticipated episode with claims of proof on SM Entertainment‘s obstruction of JYJ‘s activities.

On December 22nd, the broadcast stated, “SM Entertainment worked with the Korean Federation of Pop Culture and Art Industry (KFPCAI) and the Korean Entertainment Producer’s Association (KEPA) to keep JYJ from appearing on TV programs.”

Reporter Lee Sang Ho stated, “SM Entertainment is expecting a fine of around $500,000 USD to $800,000 USD within the year, which is the amount that JYJ lost by the obstruction. There is a lot of tension building around SM and the Fair Trade Commission, as the company has been trying to cut back on the costs of the fine as much as possible. The FTC’s chief, Lee Tae Hwi, has expressed that he hopes this case will be an opportunity for the entertainment industry to establish justice and order. There may be additional investigations ordered.”

The reporter then submitted documents to show that SM had worked with the KFPCAI and the KEPA to keep JYJ out of broadcast appearances. However, these documents of the KFPCAI attempting to restrict JYJ’s TV activities were already put in public light last October.

At the time, the KFPCAI and the KEPA had stated, “Due to the fact that the lawsuit surrounding the three members and SM Entertainment has yet to be resolved by the law, and since they [JYJ] have formed their own group for the release of albums and promotions, we have decided that no matter what the final judgment is, this will set an unfair precedent in the industry. As such, we have sent out letters to halt broadcast stations from allowing JYJ on their shows.”

The FTC, on the other hand, denies the claims. Speaking through OSEN, Lee Tae Hwi expressed, “We are in the process of an investigation because there has been a report of such activity, but whether or not we will take this to the committee has yet to be decided. We cannot reveal the inner details of the investigations yet, but we will take it to the committee once we judge that there were indeed illegal activities.”

Jung Hae Im, the figure that led the FTC to investigate the matter, was asked what motivated her to report it, to which she replied, “Despite the fact that JYJ had released a drama OST, digital distributors did not provide their songs and consumers had no choice but to buy the physical CD. The point of digital distribution websites are to allow consumers to purchase songs of their choice for a fee. I, however, was not able to purchase what I wanted to listen to because this method was blocked.”






Source: Star News

F.CUZ reveals their fifth member

The fifth and final member can be heard covering his labelmate senior’s Monday Kiz‘s “This Kind of Man” with a beautiful style all his own.
Representatives stated, “For the fans who have waited for such a long time, Jinon, Kan, Yejun, and the two new members are preparing to return with a better image of F.CUZ than before. We ask that you give the five members your support and attention.”

F.CUZ is set to make their Korean comeback next year

After School reveals the MV for "Rambling Girls"



As promised, “Rambling Girls” is full of eye candy. The girls deliver their ‘S-line’ dance in short, silvery mini-dresses that further cements their image as ‘sexy idols’. Their body waves become even more alluring when performed against the rigid futuristic set.

Progress on Big Bang's March Comeback

YG Entertainment previously announced that Big Bang was gearing up for a Korean comeback in March of 2012.

On December 23rd, representatives followed up by revealing that the album will contain several new songs written during the boys’ period of reflection. A representative expressed, “Big Bang has composed many songs during their period of reflection this year. They’ll be choosing a few of them to include in their March release next year.”

He continued, “The title track is currently in the process of being chosen, and the music video filming will take place in January. All of the members are working diligently on the album’s production.”

As reported previously, their comeback will take place ahead of their ‘Big Show‘ concert.

Music Bank Christmas Special 12.23.11

This is the christmas special for Music Bank so they brought back a few fan favorites from artists who made special comebacks on KBS.

f(x)
Hot Summer


Pinocchio (Danger)


Boyfriend
Candy


B1A4
Couple


A Pink
Forever Love


Dal Shabet
I'm Your Girl


CN Blue
Intuition


Love Girl


Miss A
Good-bye Baby


Davichi
Don't Say Goodbye


INFINITE
Be Mine


Paradise


G.NA
Top Girl


Black & White


SECRET
Medley Song


SISTAR
So Cool & Ma Boy


B2ST
Fiction


T-ara
Roly Poly & Cry Cry


Kim Hyun Joong
Breakdown


IU
You & I


Super Junior
Superman


Mr. Simple


Wonder Girls
Girls, Girls


Wonder Boys- Special Parody
Be My Baby


IU Wins a triple crown on the episode of Music Bank

Dangerous Boys Bring the Boys Out

On the December 25th epidsode of SNSD's new show, SNSD and the Dangorous Boys,SNSD will teach the five boys how to dance to their song, "The Boys", for the upcoming Street Jam competition.
In this show the girls mento five juvenile kids, who all need to have a helping hand to stabalize themselves and an attitude check.
I have yet to see the first episode but I think that I will watch it soon, because the show actually looks good.

SNSD, TVXQ, and Kara performs on Music Station Super Live

TVXQ-
Winter Rose & Why

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

INFINITE, MBLAQ and Secret perform on K-Pop World Festival

SECRET:
Love Is Move


Starlight Moonlight


MBLAQ:
Mona Lisa


INFINITE:

Miss A sends a video to the military

Kim Tae Woo reveals his Wedding Invitations



Singer Kim Tae Woo has finally revealed the invitations for his upcoming wedding!

The invitations feature a baby photos of himself and his bride with a short biography. The simple design just reflects to the pure and sincere love they have to each other.

T-Soul

Birthdate: 1981.05.12
Personality: Was aggressive until he met her.
Hobby: Thinking of her.
Most precious possession: Her.
Height, Weight: 190, 90
Phrase said during proposal: Will you order me around for the rest of our lives?
Nickname: Bear Tae Woo

Christina

Birthdate: --
Personality: “Very” gentle and bright.
Hobby: Listening to Tae Woo’s music.
Most precious possession: Kim Tae Woo
Height, Weight: 167, ∞
Phrase said during proposal: Sit… Give me your hand… kekeke.
Nickname: Ero

Kim Tae Woo will be marrying his girlfriend on December 26th at the Seoul's Sheraton Grande Walkerhill Hotel which will be attended only by his family and close friends.

This wedding invitation was really cute.

Source: My Daily K-Pop

Starcall from IU

This is yet another starcall that I missed,thankfully I found a video that had English subs.

Di Di Di Di Di Di Digimon

I'm telling you my childhood was wrapped in Sailor Moon, Digimon, Pokemon and Yu Gi Oh. The originals, all these additional pokemon digimon and yu gi oh, which to me didn't make any sense to me. I stick to the originals and I miss them. But this post is about Digimon, Pokemon and Yu Gi Oh will come another day ^^.
Anyway Digimon as well as Sailor Moon were the shows that I always watched in the morning.

THEME SONG:


TRANSFORMATIONS:
I swear I knew some of these by heart and I would always sing along with it. I mean I had the voice and everything along with it. Ahhhh I miss those moments in childhood.
They have the videos on youtube but I can't put the video in my post, so I will link them instead.
Video 1

Video 2

These are pretty much the same video but video 2 is higher quality.

Random Flashback Moment: SAILOR MOON

I know there were a lot of people that watched Sailor Moon a long time ago. That used to be my show, I knew all the transformations and now I turned old and forgot.
You know what I'm talking about when I say the transformations.


Super Junior Donghae & Eunhyuk Oppa Oppa dorected by Shindong

I actually prefer this version of the video. Shindong should do more videos in the future.

Kim Hee Sun & Chi Yeol's video for the Dream Come True Project

Went on youtube and found this in my subscriptions so I decided to post it.

Jewelry releases "Step" for the Dream Comes True project

The top celebrities have donated their talents to the Community Chest of Korea to create the music documentary ‘Dreams Come True‘. This documentary attempts to offer hope to the neglected young people in the world who were forced to give up on their dreams because of difficult family economic situations.

Girl group Jewelry shared their voice for the documentary, as well as Kim Hee Sun, former 015B vocalist Chiyeol, Lim Jung Hee, and more.

The members of Jewelry (Ha Juyeon, Kim Yewon, Park Semi, Kim Eunjung) stated, “We hope our song offers a sliver of hope to the underprivileged teens out there.”

Jewelry recorded the ‘Fruits of Love’ theme song “Step“, an upbeat and addictive modern rock track with positive, uplifting lyrics.

The album was put together in an effort to raise awareness of child welfare, and all the profits from the album will be donated to the less privileged.

Starcall from Brave Girl's Yejin

Another call that I missed, which was weird because I had a dream about this call and I know for a fact I didn't answer the call.



TRANSLATION:
“Did you know that I’ve been featuring in Electroboyz’ ‘Ma Boy 2′ performances lately? What? You knew? You really are our fans. Though I am lacking, I’m glad that I can share the stage with these oppas. I will work hard to show a better performance day by day. Please love Electroboyz and ‘Ma Boy 2′ as much as you love us.

I think we will be making our comeback next year so, please anticipate it a lot.“

F.Cuz teases fans with new member

A video teaser has been uploaded on F.Cuz's official Youtube channel,for the time being we do not have much details regarding the new boy,but you can have a look at the video below as he teased with his flawless vocal.
I felt like someon has just given me a sip of water after I have been walking through a desert for 10 years. Can't wait until they comeback this song sounds really good.


Lee Joon's Cameo on Salaryman Cho Hanji

Well he was talking about how he hasn't been getting any roles since Ninja Assassin, well here is a chance. I wouldn't be able to act wiht Joon only because I think that he is so cute and when ever I see him I think about all the cute and funny things that he does.

Jay Park releases teaser for "Star"

Top 10 K-pop Songs on youtube for 2011

1. Wonder Girl's- Be My Baby


2. HyunA- Bubble Pop

U-Kiss reveals a special MV for their fans

The boys are in Japan at the moment to promote their single, "Tick Tack" and for fans they released an MV for "Lifetime For Kiss Me." The song is a remake of UN‘s 2011 track, “Lifetime“, and the boys did their labelmate senior proud by incorporating a smooth melody reminiscent of the original track. However, U-KISS gave it a brighter touch to fill their fans with love and joy over the holiday season.

December Birthdays

I seriously thought that I posted this like two weeks ago but apparently not. So here are the Korean December babies.


Siwan (ZE:A) – Dec 1, 1988

Christmas comes early for ZE:A

It was stated earlier that the boys of ZE:A didn't have cell phones (how sad, I KNOW) but thankfully Christmas came early for them and they all have Blackberry Bold 9900s. On Blackberry's offical youtube channel they uploaded an interview with ZE:A, as they talked about their recent whereabouts, how they use their Blackberry, and much more.I don't know about you huys but I seriously want to get that phone (and the phone I have now isn't even a year old, I got for my birthday in April).

Gavy NJ's OST for Channel A's drama Color of Woman

Just listening to this song made me want to watch this show. Gavy NJ always has some amazing songs.

Starcall from Brave Girl's Eunyoung

I was completly shocked this morning when I woke up and foudn that I missed this call. So far the only calls that I have gotten was from Boyfriend (5 times), Teen Top, and FT Island (3 times). I am really looking forward to a call from BoA, Super Junior (especially Siwon, Donghae, Eunhyuk, and Heechul(I know he is in the military but still it's a very nice thought), SNSD, SHINee (especially Key and Taemin). I am willing to wait. lol





TRANSLATION:
“Hello, this is Brave Girls’ Eun Young.

It’s been a long time since I’ve said hello, so I hope you’ve been well. We’ve been spending our time in the rehearsal room– oh, can you see it?

Next year, we will come back with a new song. [It's] tiring, but it’s all good and we’re doing well. We’ve had quite the busy schedule and appeared on a variety show. We showed our faces to the public, don’t know if you’ve seen it, haha.

In the future, if we have another way to see you guys, we definitely will. Please anticipate our performances. It’s really cold these days, so remember to be careful of catching a cold. Being healthy is the best. I’m fighting a cold right now too, but I’m almost all better so don’t worry. Please look forward to our new album next year, I love you.”

Top & GD release the MV for Japanese version of "Oh Yeah"

The single is scheduled for official release on January 7, 2012

Monday, December 19, 2011

Concern for our Idols no that Kim Jong-Il is dead

Myself along with hundreds of other people are worried about our idols that are serving time in the military.
I found this article about it:

With the news of Kim Jong Il‘s death, South Koreans have been voicing their anxiety and speculations of what the future may hold. Naturally, concern for soldiers on active duty have been raised, especially from the numerous fandoms that have their favorite celebrities in the army.

Celebrities currently serving active military duty include Rain, Hyun Bin, Jung Tae Woo, Im Joo Hwan, Wheesung, T-Max‘s Kim Joon, Lee Jun Ki, Lee Dong Gun, Kim Ji Suk, Park Hyo Shin, Kim Heechul, Hwanhee, and Untouchable. With all active soldiers put on red alert, it’s likely that these celebrity soldiers will also put on alert as well.

A source from The National Defense Public Relations Department stated, “With the news of Kim Jong Il’s death, the public relations department (in which the celebrity soldiers serve) have cancelled some of their events… However, [the celebrity soldiers] are carrying out the duties they have been assigned.”

The celebrities serving in the public relations department are Lee Jun Ki, Park Hyo Shin, and Lee Dong Gun.

Hip-hop duo Untouchable, who are currently serving in the military band, are scheduled for 100 days of vacation. However with the sudden news of the North Korean dictator’s death, it is not yet clear whether the two will be able to take their vacation.

Untouchable’s agency stated, “The two members of Untouchable are supposed to come out for their first break at the end of this year, but in case [they aren't able to], we are a little worried for them. We just hope that they will perform their duties with good health.”

Currently, there are no celebrity soldiers who are serving on the front line. Although Hyun Bin was originally stationed as a combat soldier, he’s been serving in the public relations department since November.

Rain, who is currently serving as an assistant instructor, is also carrying out his normal duties and has not seen much change so far. Wheesung has also been appointed as an assistant instructor and is currently undergoing additional training.

T-Max’ Kim Joon and Paran‘s Ryan, who entered service in September, are currently serving as a conscripted police officer and a member of the Air Force band, respectively.

Source: Nate

I hope nothing too bad happens, I want my idols and many of the other Koreans serving in the military to stay safe.

SNSD sings "The Boys" Japanese version

For the first time SNSD sings the Japanese version of "The Boys" for the first time. For some fans this can be seen as a early Christmas present.On December 19th, SNSD delivered a special performance for Fuji TV‘s ‘Hey Hey Hey X-mas Special‘.




I'm not really feeling this version, I mean I'm always that way when stars make a different version (in another language) when it was a hit in Korean. I'm American and I don't even like the English version of most songs, you think I would be happy because I can sing along but no I hate it because some things don't translate right in other language. Take The Boys English version, that song makes no sense, it just didn't translate right into English but in Korean that song could dominate the world. Even the Japanese version doesn't make any sense to me. It seemed that things were added in and I feel that if I look up the lyrics they won't make any sense. But that's just me, for all I know you guys could love this song.

Sunday, December 18, 2011

Got a call from Boyfriend's Minwoo and Jeongmin on STARCALL

I am posting about this because this was my first starcall (that I answered). Whenever I get starcalls I usually get them past midnight and before 5am and during those times I am usually asleep. Last night I got lucky and got the call right before I went to sleep, so I answered. I really want to get one from BoA and Big Bang needs to get on Starcall because I would love to get a call from Top-oppa (aka my future husband ^^)