Hip-hop has played a major role in influencing the sound of K-Pop, ranging from artists who incorporate a slight hip-hop influence in certain songs (2NE1 or Girls’ Generation) to groups that have a much heavier emphasis on hip-hop (Block B or B.A.P). Even within each idol group, there’s almost always a rapper — with so many… Continue reading Soompi K-Pop Idol Rap Battle: Round 1
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“Inkigayo” Changes Rules for “19-rated” Videos, HyunA First to be Affected?
The producers of SBS music show “Inkigayo” have announced that songs whose music videos are rated suitable only for viewers aged 19 years old and over will no longer be eligible to gain chart points based on video views. The chart compilers announced that hits through YouTube clicks would only be counted in its SNS… Continue reading “Inkigayo” Changes Rules for “19-rated” Videos, HyunA First to be Affected?
Girl Groups f(x), SISTAR Lead “Most Viewed K-pop Videos in America” List by Billboard
It looks like female K-pop idols reigned supreme in America last month as the female groups f(x) and SISTAR led Billboard‘s list of “Most Viewed K-pop Videos in America” for the month of July! f(x), who has made their return to the colorful world of K-pop after a year of rest, has garnered almost 10… Continue reading Girl Groups f(x), SISTAR Lead “Most Viewed K-pop Videos in America” List by Billboard
I Heart It: K-pop Instagram (August 3 – August 9)
Welcome back, Soompiers to another week full of adorable K-Pop Instagram posts to kickstart your weekend! This week’s edition features a lot of cute selcas and some group photos of your favorite artists with their friends. Flip through the gallery to find out what your favorite K-Pop stars were up to this past week!
HyunA Keeps It “Red” in Ceci Photo Spread
4Minute star HyunA has appeared in a photo shoot for the Korean edition of fashion magazine Ceci. The singer is currently enjoying the success of her solo comeback mini album, “A Talk,” and is promoting the EP’s lead track, “Red.” The photos show HyunA posing in a range of different outfits made by top designers… Continue reading HyunA Keeps It “Red” in Ceci Photo Spread
HyunA Reveals Who She Thinks Are the Sexiest and Prettiest Female Idols
Known for her fierce and sexy image, HyunA chose herself as the sexiest female idol on the latest episode of “Weekly Idol.” On August 6, the singer was a guest on MBC Every1’s “Weekly Idol” to talk about her comeback with “Red.” Although she confessed to feeling a bit awkward appearing on the show alone… Continue reading HyunA Reveals Who She Thinks Are the Sexiest and Prettiest Female Idols
HyunA Gives a Tour of Her Favorite Shopping Area on “Free Month”
Known as one of the trendiest female singers, HyunA will be revealing her shopping habits on SBS MTV’s “HyunA’s Free Month.” On the August 4 episode of her reality show, the 4Minute member takes a break from her busy schedule to check out the latest fashion trends of the Dongdaemun market. Not only will she… Continue reading HyunA Gives a Tour of Her Favorite Shopping Area on “Free Month”
4Minute’s HyunA Maintains Her Toned Figure by Playing Badminton
On the August 2 broadcast of KBS 2TV’s “Entertainment Weekly,” 4Minute member HyunA appeared as a guest for the ‘Guerilla Date’ segment of the entertainment news program. During the interview, HyunA revealed how she maintains her flawless figure, “I play badminton for about two and a half hours a day.” After hearing her answer, the… Continue reading 4Minute’s HyunA Maintains Her Toned Figure by Playing Badminton
4Minute’s Gayoon Looks Beautiful in School Uniform
Pictures of 4Minute member, Huh Gayoon, have been revealed. On August 2, the staff of JTBC’s “I’m Going to School,” revealed the pictures of Huh Gayoon, where her beauty can be seen even when wearing a high school uniform. Wearing a minimal amount of make-up, her innocent look matches with the uniform. Meanwhile, in the… Continue reading 4Minute’s Gayoon Looks Beautiful in School Uniform
Shinhwa’s Shin Hye Sung and Jun Jin to Join BEAST, 4Minute, BTOB, Jay Park, and More for Concert in China
Shinhwa’s Shin Hye Sung and Jun Jin will be attending the largest K-Pop concert held in China. According to their agency, Liveworks Company, on August 1, the two members of Shinhwa plan to meet their fans in China through the ‘K-Pop Crazy Concert’ to be held at Shenzhen Bay Sports Center on August 2. It… Continue reading Shinhwa’s Shin Hye Sung and Jun Jin to Join BEAST, 4Minute, BTOB, Jay Park, and More for Concert in China