Posted 11 March 2006 - 07:30 AM
It was taped in Long Beach, California at the end of January I believe.
Here's the info I got it from:
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Paris By Night 81 - Music Without Border
Special Guest Artists Announcement
In recent years, Korean drama series such as the megahits Winter Sonata, Stairway To Heaven, Miss Mermaid, Romance In Paris, Glass Shoes, The Lawyers etc have captured audience hearts worldwide including Vietnamese audience at home and abroad. Riding the same wave of popularity as Korean dramas, Korean pop music has also weaved itself into our psyche.
To the current generation of music fans every where, names such as Rain and BoA are no longer exotic entertainers from far away land but they are artists that are etched in popular culture. Music today is indeed without border.
For our themed show of Music Without Border and to the delight of fans worldwide, Thuy Nga is delighted to announce the participation of three of Korea's most popular current artists with special appearances on the DVD edition of Paris By Night 81, soon to be released.
Kim Jong Kook
Named as the most popular male singer of 2005 by Korea leading broadcasters KBS, MBC and SBS networks for his third solo release "This Is Me", Kim Jong Kook has cemented his place as one of Korea's top pop artists. To complete a magical year, Kim Jong Kook also took out the Male Artist and Entertainer of the Year at the 2005 Soompi Gayo Daesang Awards.
Kim Jong Kook has been a regular fixture on the K-Pop scene since 1995 having started out his career as the vocalist of the of the popular duo group Turbo. After the dissolution of Turbo in 2001, Kim went on to release his debut solo album Rennaisance.
In 2004, he released his second solo album "Evolution" to great reception from critics and fans alike. The album spawned such hits as The Man and Addicted. The release of his third solo album "This Is Me" in 2005 fortified Kim's status as one of K-Pop premier entertainer. In Paris By Night 81, Kim Jong Kook will touch your heart with an emotional and tender ballad that will leave you wanting more. Let the music of Kim Jong Kook breaks down the border of your heart.
Jeon Hye Bin
With the release of her debut solo album "In My Fantasy", 2005 has proven to be a career defining year for this popular singer / dancer / actress. Originally a member of the girl group "Luv", Jeon Hye Bin has been honing her skill as an actress in various TV roles and movies since the band broke up in 2002.
However, music has always been her first love and since the release of her debut album, the Korean press is hailing her as one of the hottest and sexiest female artists in K-Pop with some awarding her the label of Korea's Britney Spears.
On Paris By Night 81, Jeon Hye Bin will have you hot under the collar with an electrifying uptempo RnB inspired performance that had everyone at the taping breathless and in awe of her performance skill. Jeon Hye Bin's music is definitely without border as it arrests your senses and leave no prisoners. Remember this name and this face.
Tae Kyung Im
Currently Korea's number one tenor and number one cross over artist, Tae Kyung Im has gained a reputation as a big occassion singer having performed for head of states such as President Bush, Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi of Japan and President Gloria Arroyo. Tae Kyung Lim have also performed at the 2002 Soccer World Cup celebration with world renowned soprano, Sumi Cho and at the celebration for Declaration of Human Rights for East Timor.
Furthermore, Tae Kyung Im is also well loved in Korea as a cross over artist with his work on the official soundtrack of the mega hit series, The Lawyers. In Japan, he is winning rave reviews for his work in the stage adaption of Winter Sonata, playing the role made famous by Bae Yong Joon.
However, there are more to this incredibly gifted and versatile performer. Educated at Institute Le Rosey in Switzerland, Tae has also attained a Master in Manufacturing Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute and a Master in Vocal from Boston University, he is fluent in English, French and Japanese.
Watch and listen as Tae Kyung Im mesmerizes your senses with a powerful rendition of a translated Italian hit made popular by Josh Groban on Paris By Night 81. This performance transcends the language barrier and truly represents the ideal of Music Without Border. Discover why Tae Kyung Im was awarded the Music Excellence Award for two consecutive years at the prestigious Institute Le Rosey.
Thanks and happy posting
Kavana
Special Guest Artists Announcement
In recent years, Korean drama series such as the megahits Winter Sonata, Stairway To Heaven, Miss Mermaid, Romance In Paris, Glass Shoes, The Lawyers etc have captured audience hearts worldwide including Vietnamese audience at home and abroad. Riding the same wave of popularity as Korean dramas, Korean pop music has also weaved itself into our psyche.
To the current generation of music fans every where, names such as Rain and BoA are no longer exotic entertainers from far away land but they are artists that are etched in popular culture. Music today is indeed without border.
For our themed show of Music Without Border and to the delight of fans worldwide, Thuy Nga is delighted to announce the participation of three of Korea's most popular current artists with special appearances on the DVD edition of Paris By Night 81, soon to be released.
Kim Jong Kook
Named as the most popular male singer of 2005 by Korea leading broadcasters KBS, MBC and SBS networks for his third solo release "This Is Me", Kim Jong Kook has cemented his place as one of Korea's top pop artists. To complete a magical year, Kim Jong Kook also took out the Male Artist and Entertainer of the Year at the 2005 Soompi Gayo Daesang Awards.
Kim Jong Kook has been a regular fixture on the K-Pop scene since 1995 having started out his career as the vocalist of the of the popular duo group Turbo. After the dissolution of Turbo in 2001, Kim went on to release his debut solo album Rennaisance.
In 2004, he released his second solo album "Evolution" to great reception from critics and fans alike. The album spawned such hits as The Man and Addicted. The release of his third solo album "This Is Me" in 2005 fortified Kim's status as one of K-Pop premier entertainer. In Paris By Night 81, Kim Jong Kook will touch your heart with an emotional and tender ballad that will leave you wanting more. Let the music of Kim Jong Kook breaks down the border of your heart.
Jeon Hye Bin
With the release of her debut solo album "In My Fantasy", 2005 has proven to be a career defining year for this popular singer / dancer / actress. Originally a member of the girl group "Luv", Jeon Hye Bin has been honing her skill as an actress in various TV roles and movies since the band broke up in 2002.
However, music has always been her first love and since the release of her debut album, the Korean press is hailing her as one of the hottest and sexiest female artists in K-Pop with some awarding her the label of Korea's Britney Spears.
On Paris By Night 81, Jeon Hye Bin will have you hot under the collar with an electrifying uptempo RnB inspired performance that had everyone at the taping breathless and in awe of her performance skill. Jeon Hye Bin's music is definitely without border as it arrests your senses and leave no prisoners. Remember this name and this face.
Tae Kyung Im
Currently Korea's number one tenor and number one cross over artist, Tae Kyung Im has gained a reputation as a big occassion singer having performed for head of states such as President Bush, Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi of Japan and President Gloria Arroyo. Tae Kyung Lim have also performed at the 2002 Soccer World Cup celebration with world renowned soprano, Sumi Cho and at the celebration for Declaration of Human Rights for East Timor.
Furthermore, Tae Kyung Im is also well loved in Korea as a cross over artist with his work on the official soundtrack of the mega hit series, The Lawyers. In Japan, he is winning rave reviews for his work in the stage adaption of Winter Sonata, playing the role made famous by Bae Yong Joon.
However, there are more to this incredibly gifted and versatile performer. Educated at Institute Le Rosey in Switzerland, Tae has also attained a Master in Manufacturing Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute and a Master in Vocal from Boston University, he is fluent in English, French and Japanese.
Watch and listen as Tae Kyung Im mesmerizes your senses with a powerful rendition of a translated Italian hit made popular by Josh Groban on Paris By Night 81. This performance transcends the language barrier and truly represents the ideal of Music Without Border. Discover why Tae Kyung Im was awarded the Music Excellence Award for two consecutive years at the prestigious Institute Le Rosey.
Thanks and happy posting
Kavana
