[edward1849]

What a week for DBSG! First, they captured another DaeSang in the Gold Disk Awards. Now they scored their first ever No. 1 hit song on our top 20 chart with "풍선" (Balloons). This song moves up 8 big spots to the top, and finally unseated Sung Shi Kyung's 6-week No. 1 song "거리에서" (On The Street) from the top. DBSG's previous song "오-정반합" was stuck at No. 2 behind Sung Shi Kyung. This time their new song got the sweet "revenge".

Se7en's "라 라 라" (LaLaLa) moves up to No. 3 this week. It's score is not far behind DBSG. Looks like these 2 songs will battle for the top spot next week.

We have 3 new songs and a re-entry (Jaurim's "You and Me" at No. 19) this week. This highest debut is from female rock singer Maya. Her song "나를외치다" (Crying Out Loud) enters our chart just short of the top 10 at No. 11 this week. Unlike her previous title songs, this song is a rock ballad which demonstrates Maya's strong vocal. This song reminds me of "사랑은 영원하다" from her last album.

At No. 15 is the follow up song "결국...사랑" (In The End…Love) from Park Jung Ah's 1st album. This song continues the rock style similar to her last hit "Yeah", but the melody is more contemporary. Singer Jun Je Duk is featured in this song.

The last new song at No. 17 is Big Bang's "Goodbye Baby", from their 3rd single album. Big Bang has been releasing almost one single album per month, and each one is selling very well. Now they are ready to release their first full studio album next week.

Update on the 2006 Soompi Gayo Award: I have announced the nominees today in this thread:

http://www.soompi.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=102152

Be sure to vote for your DaeSang winner.


To listen to the 1 minute sample, you need to follow the links to melon.com and install the melon player to your computer. After that, click on the song title to listen.


1. (+8) DBSG - 풍선 (Balloons) *** 1 WEEK No. 1 + BIGGEST MOVER OF THE WEEK ***
Genre: Pop / Dance
Album: DBSG Vol. 3 Track 11 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: Song included in DBSG's 3rd album "O-Union." Balloons is a remake of the huge hit song of the popular 80's group Five Fingers, and the new version has a color of its own. With new arrangements and DBSG's unique harmony, the song is expected to be another hit with fans. The music video shows the cute and adorable side of the DBSG's members and it goes well with the song.

Music: Kim Sung Ho / Lyrics: Lee Doo Hun
Score: 827

2. (-1) Sung Shi Kyung - 거리에서 (On the Street)
Genre: Pop Ballad
Album: Sung Shi Kyung Vol. 5 Track 1 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: Featured on Sung Si-kyung's fifth album titled "The Ballads," this song displays a new vocalism by uniquely using the falsetto. Its lyrics, written by Yoon Jong-shin, are about a man walking the street that holds precious memories of his lover from whom he has just separated. It is a Sung Si-kyung style ballad song displaying his gentle tone and vocals. Sung Si-kyung's kissing scene with a Japanese actress was the highlight of the music video.

Music + Lyrics: Yoon Jong Shin
Score: 822

3. (+1) Se7en - 라 라 라 (La La La)
Genre: R&B Ballad
Album: Se7en Vol. 4 Track 3 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: The title song of Se7en’s 4th album. Teddy of One Time wrote the song and lyrics, and it is a 4-beat medium tempo pop ballad. Starting out with a rough and mature tone quality, the song slowly moves onto Se7en’s signature sweet voice. The vocal scheme is dreamy and it goes well with the emotional melodies. The lyrics about waiting for a woman whose having a difficult time over another man, will linger in your mind.

Music + Lyrics: Teddy
Score: 801

4. (+6) Son Ho Young - 사랑은 이별을 데리고 오다 (Love Brings Separation)
Genre: Pop Ballad
Album: Son Ho Young Vol. 1 Track 4 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: From Son Ho-young's 1st solo album, "YES." The lyrics of the medium-tempo ballad was written by Son Ho-young, himself, and the heart-breaking melody and lyrics are extraordinary. Sohn Ho-young starred in the music video, and the much talked-about underwater kissing scene is about longing and sadness of Son Ho-young's character for his dead girlfriend.

Music: Lee Hyun Wook / Lyrics: Son Ho Young
Score: 782

5. (+2) Jun Jin - 사랑이 오지 않아요 (Love Doesn't Come)
Genre: Pop Ballad
Album: Jun Jin First Single Track 1 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: This song features on Jun Jin's first single titled, "Love Doesn't Come." Jun Jin who has displayed a strong image as a member of Shinhwa, presents a gentler and emotional vocalism through this song. Its sad lyrics are about the heartache of having to let go of a women in the past.

Music + Lyrics: Lee Yoon Jae
Score: 757

6. (-1) Kim Tae Woo - 하고싶은 말 (Words That I Want To Say)
Genre: Pop Ballad
Album: Kim Tae Woo Vol. 1 Track 4 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: The title song of the album of the same title, “I want to Say,” Kim Tae-woo’s special solo album. Kim Tae-woo, the vocal of the popular group god, has a solo album whose title song is “I want to say,’ which is a pop ballad sung in a moderated voice. You’ll hear the essence of Kim Tae-woo’s singing and his husky voice, as he sings about a couple missing the time when they used to be with each other.

Music: Kim Tae Woo / Lyrics: Lee Hyun Seung
Score: 714

7. (-4) Lee Seung Chul - 소리쳐 (Screaming)
Genre: Pop Ballad
Album: Lee Seung Chul Vol. 8 Track 2 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: Featured on Lee Seung-chul's eighth album titled "Reflection of Sound," this medium tempo ballad song nicely blends a poignant melody with Lee Seung-chul's unique vocals. Its simple lyrics and melody delivers the true meaning of love with which we can all empathize.

Music + Lyrics: Hyun Jin Young
Score: 660

8. (-6) ERU (feat. Daylight) - 까만안경 (Black Glasses)
Genre: Pop Ballad
Album: ERU Vol. 2 Track 1 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: Featured on Eru's second album, this song was written by composer Yoon Myung-sun. It is a sentimental ballad song which talks about separation between lovers through the lyrics. Singer Daylight also features in the song. As a highlight, actor Ahn Sung-ki makes his first appearance ever in a music video. Along with him are actress Lee Young-ah and SS501's Kim Hyun-joong who also play leading roles.

Music + Lyrics: Yoon Myung Sun
Score: 628

9. (+2) Lee Seung Hwan - 어떻게사랑이그래요 (How Can Love Be That Way?)
Genre: Pop Ballad
Album: Lee Seung Hwan Vol. 9 Track 4 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: Featured on Lee Seung-hwan's 9th album titled "Hwantastic," this Lee Seung-hwan style ballad song is a reminder of his hit, "For 1000 days." The song and the lyrics, which he wrote, are about a man's pure love after watching a documentary about love.

Music + Lyrics: Lee Seung Hwan
Score: 618

10. (-2) Gavy NJ - 그녀가울고있네요 (She's Crying)
Genre: R&B Ballad
Album: Gavy NJ Vol. 2 Track 1 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: Featured on gavy nj's 2nd album titled "The Very Surprise," this song is a medium tempo R&B ballad that brings out the members' appealing musicality. The music video is about the love for a friend's older sister who turns out to be a gangster.

Music + Lyrics: Kim Se Jin
Score: 605

[edward1849]

11. (New) Maya - 나를외치다 (Crying Out Loud) *** HOT SHOT DEBUT ***
Genre: Rock Ballad
Album: Maya Vol. 3 Track 3 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

edward1849: Featured on Maya's 3rd album titled "Road to Myself". Unlike previous Maya title songs, this song is an emotional rock ballad which allows Maya to showcase her strong vocals. It reminds us of 사랑은 영원하다 from her 2nd album.

Music + Lyrics: Lee Won Suk
Score: 476

12. (+4) SS501 - Unlock
Genre: Pop / Dance
Album: SS 501 Vol. 1 Track 3 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

edward1849: Featured on SS501's 1st full album titled "SS501 S.T 01 NOW", this song is a combination of dance and rock music. "Unlock" present all five members' individual image and color. Inside their smoothness they have strength and inside their strengths, they have a precise feel to themselves.

Music: Cha Sang Min / Lyrics: Kim Tae Hyun
Score: 452

13. (+4) SG Wannabe + Brown Eyed Girls - Must Have Love
Genre: Christmas Ballad
Album: SG Wannabe Yong Jun + Brown Eyed Girls Ga In Single Track 1 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: Featured on SG Wannabe & Brown Eyed Girls' digital single album titled "SG Wannabe 'Yong-jun' & Brown Eyed Girls 'Ga-in,'" this album brings together the gentle and emotional vocals of SG Wannabe's vocalist Yong-jun and the husky and powerful vocalism of Brown Eyed Girls' Ga-in. This song's refreshing and cheerful melody is like that of a Christmas carol.

Music: Kim Lee Na / Lyrics: Ahn Jung Hoon
Score: 369

14. (-2) Jang Yoon Jung - 이따,이따요 (Later, Later)
Genre: Trot
Album: Jang Yoon Jung Vol. 3 Track 1 – Listen here for 1 minute sample

edward1849: Featured on Jang Yoon Jung’s 3rd album “Later, Later”. This song is different from all her other hit songs she has made in the past. The song is very modern temp/bounce as we will be able to feel in the lyrics. The song is about a woman who is very impatient when it comes to love. She falls in love with a man because of his appearance and her heart wants to love him. This song is very genuine and refreshing just like Jang Yoon Jung’s image.

Music + Lyrics: Park Jin Hyung
Score: 368

15. (New) Park Jung Ah (Featuring Jun Je Duk) - 결국...사랑 (In The End…Love)
Genre: Mid-tempo Rock
Album: Park Jung Ah Vol. 1 Track 2 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: Included in Park Jung-ah's first solo album, "Yeah." The song has a dramatic structure, as it starts off quietly, but climaxes towards the end. It sings about the pain and wounds of lost love, and the healing process of love, as new love replaces empty longing. The music video is a collection of clips from Iwai Shunji's film, "Rainbow Song."

Music: Park Geun Tae / Lyrics: Shim Hyun Bo
Score: 356

16. (-3) S.101 - 바람만바람만 (Only Wind Only Wind)
Genre: R&B Ballad
Album: S.101 Project Single Track 1 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

ewdard1849: Featured on project group S.101's single "Only Wind Only Wind". S.101 is a superstar collobration between SG Wannabe and Kim Jong Kook. This is the 2nd time they collobrate. They formed a project group Big 4 together with Vibe and M to M earlier this year.

Music: Kim Do Hoon + Min Myung Ki / Lyrics: Yoon Sa Ra
Score: 352

17. (New) Big Bang - Goodbye Baby
Genre: R&B
Album: Big Bang 3rd single Track 4 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

edward1849: Featured on BIGBANG's third single album. "Goodbye Baby" is a song that touches the listeners with a feel of farewell.

Music: Perry / Lyrics: Tae Yang
Score: 334

18. (-12) MC Mong - 아이스크림 (Ice-cream)
Genre: Hip-hop
Album: MC Mong Vol. 3 Track 2 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: Featured on MC Mong's 3rd album titled "The way I am," it is a fast tempo hip-hop song with a strong instrumental sound. MC Mong wrote the lyrics, which express the heart of women who feel resentment at quick love comparing it with ice-cream that melts easily. MC Mong plays the role of a nice but unemployed person in the music video.

Music: Kim Gun Woo / Lyrics: MC Mong
Score: 326

19. (Re-entry) Jaurim - You and Me
Genre: Rock
Album: Jaurim Vol. 6 Track 4 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: Featured on Jaurim's 6th album titled "ashes to ahes," this medium tempo song was written by Jaurim's vocalist Kim Yuna. She also wrote the lyrics, which talks about a relationship between lovers. This song not only displays each member's individual instrumental play but also a solo electronic drum and keyboard. The music video also portrays Jaurim's typical dream-like and gloomy style.

Music + Lyrics: Kim Yoon Ah
Score: 315

20. (-6) Hong Kyung Min - 사랑,참... (A Thing Called Love)
Genre: Pop Ballad
Album: Hong Kyung Min Vol. 7 Track 5 - Listen here for 1 minute sample

Arirang TV: Featured on Hong Kyung-min's 7th album titled "Evolution of Rhythm," this song is written by a hit-maker Jun Hae-sung. Unlike his previous ballad, it displays a unique composition along with Hong kyung-min's rough vocalism. Actress Choi Jung-yoon who starred in a drama with Hong kyung-min plays the main role in the music video.

Music + Lyrics: Jun Hae Sung
Score: 297


Dropped out from last week:
15. Bi - I'm Coming
18. Jang Woo Hyuk (feat. Esther) - 폭풍속으로 (One Way)
19. Lee Jung Hyun - 철수야 사랑해 (I Love You Chul Soo)
20. Byul - 물풍선 (Water Balloon)


Sources of the top 20

The sources of this top 20 chart are pretty much the same, but the weight assigned to each source may be different each week because some charts do not update weekly (e.g. MNet M!Countdown) and I assign fewer percentage when it happens. From now on, I'll list my chart sources each week. For December week 3:

ChartKorea - 20%
Hanteo Weekly Album Sales (2 weeks lag) - 20%
MNet M!Countdown - 20%
SBS Inky Gayo Take 7 Chart (1 week lag) - 15%
Various Internet charts (Melon, Jukeon, Dosirak, Muz, Bugs, MaxMP3, Hanteo Gayo Chart, Ohdio) - 15%
MTV Korea - Artist & Music Charts - 5%
Gasoo appearance on gayo shows (MBC Show! Music Core, SBS Inky Gayo, KBS Music Bank, KBS Yoon Do Hyun Love Letter, MTV Top Choices, MTV Breakfast Club, Show! Music Tank, Pops In Seoul) - 5%


Top 20 Archives

December week 1 December week 2
November week 1 November week 2 November week 3 November week 4
October week 1 October week 2 October week 3 October week 4
September week 1 September week 2 September week 3 September week 4 September week 5
August week 1 August week 2 August week 3 August week 4
July week 1 July week 2 + half year top 10 July week 3 July week 4 July week 5
June week 1 June week 2 June week 3 June week 4
May week 1 May week 2 May week 3 May week 4
April week 1 April week 2 April week 3 April week 4 April week 5
March week 1 March week 2 March week 3 March week 4
February week 1 February week 2 February week 3 February week 4
January week 1 January week 2 January week 3 January week 4

[edward1849]

ARTIST OF THE WEEK - Jaurim



Our featured artist this week is the co-ed rock group Jaurim. They are one of the most well known rock groups in Korea, and also popular in Japan. Besides, lead singer Kim Yoon Ah is also a TV host and has released 2 solo albums. Her last solo album in 2004 produced a big hit "Glass Mask". Jaurim started back in 1997. Their music is not really traditional rock, but have quite a refreshing alternative / modern rock style that becomes their trademark. They also signified the formula of many modern day K-Rock groups - having a female lead singer and male musicians behind her (e.g. Loveholic, Rumble Fish, Cherry Filter, Roller Coaster). Jaurim went through a breakup after their 4th album in 2002. But they re-united at the end of 2004 to release their 5th album with the hit song "Ha Ha Ha Song". Recently, they released their 6th album and again produced a top 10 hit "You and Me", written by Kim Yoon Ah. Let's find out more about them:

PROFILE:

Kim Yoon-ah (Vocals)
Date of birth : March 11th, 1974
Physique : 168 cm, 49 kg
Education : Department of Psychology, Sungshin Women’s University
Hobbies : Watching movies, reading

Lee Seon-kyu (Guitar)
Date of birth : August 28th, 1971
Physique : 177 cm, 64 kg
Education : Engineering Management, Kyungwon College

Koo Tae-hoon (Drums)
Date of birth : November 13th, 1972
Physique : 170 cm, 63 kg
Education : Department of Design, Kyewon Arts School
Hobby : Watching dramas

Kim Jin-man (Bass)
Date of birth : February 25th, 1972
Education : Department of Anthropology, Seoul National University


BIOGRAPHY:

Formerly known as the ‘Ugly Duckling’, the band started performing in the famous underground Shinchon club scene in 1997. It was later that year when they changed their name to ‘Jaurim: The Purple Rain Forest’, and crossed over to the spotlight with their colorful and unique modern funk/rock melodies. The voice and the beauty of lead singer, Kim Yoon-ah, which was exemplified on the O.S.T. of the popular drama series ‘The Man with a Flower,’ became the band’s winning formula. Jaurim quickly became popular, providing music that was a ‘breath of fresh air’ as the music scene desperately needed something different than a conventional ballad or dance number. The band released their first album, ‘Purple Heart,’ late in 1997 and received warm reviews and critical acclaim. With a successful debut, they became one of the ‘most wanted’ bands and produced an album every year until their split in 2002. The split was attributed to musical conflicts between Kim Yoon-ah, often regarded as the ‘star’ of the band, and the other band members. Despite efforts to make it work, ‘Jaurim’ decided to disband. Though they went their separate ways, they are still actively performing--Kim Yoon-ah became a solo artist and the other members perform as part of the band Choco Cream Rolls.


DISCOGRAPHY:

Purple Heart (1st album, 1997) : Departure, Lover Discovered, Violent Violet

Lovers (2nd album, 1998) : I’m Sorry I Hate You, Falling Flowers, It Hurts

Abnormal Work (2.5 album, 1999) : 그래 제길, 밀랍천사 No.9, Comix Remix, 알아, 마론인형

Wonderland (3rd album, 2000) : Miss Korea, Magic Carpet Ride, Orange Marmalade, Summerday Blues

Jaurim (4th album, 2002) : Hey Guyz, Vlad, Good Morning, Velvet Sorrow, I’m a Fan, Only One

All You Need is Love (5th album, 2004) : Luv Pill, The Ha Ha Ha Song, I Saw Him, Social Life

청춘예찬 靑春倪瓚 (Remake Album, 2005) : 청춘예찬, Another Day In Paradise, Gloomy Sunday

Ashes to Ashes (6th album, 2006) : Seoul Blues, Loving Memory, Jester Song, You and Me, Summer Slumber, Beautiful Girl, Over and over again I think of you



credits to: KBS World, Jukeon, Annyoung

[edward1849]

New albums to be released soon

Brian (Fly to the Sky) Vol. 1 - The Brian (December 18)

1. One Year Living in Winter
2. Don't Go
3. First Date
4 Because I Don't Love
5. Getting closer
6. Don't Do It
7. Gentleman
8. Black Tears
9. Inside The Tears
10. Want! Want! (feat.Yoon Dong-Hoon (trepass))
11. All I know
12. Want! Want! (Remix)

[THE BRIAN]
1000 different colors of Brian
There are so many things that he hasn't shown to his fans.

There are two men that received a lot of popularity in the year 2006. They have matured greatly with their music and, unlike other singers, they are very energetic and have their own style of color. They are the best duo, Fly To The Sky. Brian, a member of Fly To The Sky has shown his talents and humorous side through Korean variety shows. To show a different side to him, he has changed himself with new clothes as a solo singer, not as an entertainer.

Especially for his solo album, 80% of the songs were recorded with a variety of instruments such a drums, guitar, string, and harmonica to bring out the acoustic feel to his music. Singer 'Harim' who became famous with his song titled 'Departure' contributed to this album by playing the harmonica. This album is different from Fly To The Sky's albums. Jo Kyu Man, Lee Sang In, MSC, Jo Eun Hee, Yoon Sa Ra and so forth have all contributed to make Brian's solo album be at its best quality. - credits to purpletiger86


Other releases:

Noblesse Vol. 2 - Innocence (December 18)
Cho Kwan Woo Vol. 8 - Impression (December 19)
Buzz - 2006 Live & Acoustic (December 19)
Same Old Story Vol. 1 - Same Old Story (December 20)
Kim Hyun Chul Vol. 9 - Talk About Love (December 22)
Big Bang Vol. 1 (December 22)
SAT with M (single) (December 22)


Source: Hanteo, YesAsia, Annyoung

[tiffyisashinhwafreak!]

thanks for the update
and yeh!
Jinnie moved up 2 spots!
darn, sad next week his schedule would be cancle,
since he's in the hospital...
but rest is better for him anywaies...
so yeah....
JINNIE FIGHTING!

[kayem7289]

Yay! DBSK finally gets a number one! But I'm surprised that Balloons became that popular since I saw it drop out of the top 10 not too long ago! Ahh...so HAPPY!

[NV4ever]

Yay..Se7en is on third spot!!! Hope it will move up next week! Happy for dongwookie ^^

[yArr0w]

whee~ SS501 moved up 4 spots!!
hope they'll enter the top 10 b4 the end of the year~~<33

[himang34]

yah!! jinnie oppa is advancing!!
hwaiting!!
hopefully all the hardwork he puts in will be regconise!!
and may he be at the number 1 spot next week!!!

[dawnocean]

thanks for the info!
hope junjin will go to no.1 soon!
can't wait for big bang's first album.

[may_io]

THX for infor

Wow TVXQ is no.1

i'm so happy

[qaxlod]

JUNJINNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN <3333

[Izzie]

Pssst, you spelt your name wrong in the description for BigBang's song.

[edward1849]

Pssst, you spelt your name wrong in the description for BigBang's song.

Thanks Izzie. Even the editors did not catch that one.

[uruchai]

I really thought it'd be O that can dethrone SSK; but heavens, Balloons did it; and even the 1st song for DBSK to land #1 on this chart.

[cpopbaby19]

^hahah yeah. i thought 'O' will be like big BIG BIG BIG hit. i never expected Balloons. but man, DBSG's doing GREAT! <3 i so love that balloon song! ^^; kekeke~

[YEHJIN.]

ballooooons (: i like that song better than "O".. <33
im happy for TVXQ (;

ahhh! noblesse! cant wait for the new album!

[Liinglling]

YAY! dbsk 1st! DBSK FIGHTING!
Woohoo~ Congratz to dbsk! xD