Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – May Week 1

Psy’s “Gentlemen” repeats as No. 1 this week as expected, but it did not top the near perfect score of 996 points from last week. Despite dominating on all TV network rankings, “Gentlemen” was ranked behind a pair of male artists on independent charts like Billboard Korea and GAON, and also most internet charts. Ironically,… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – May Week 1

Jang Geun Suk Guests on Verbal Jint’s Radio Show, Talks About Hurt from “Love Rain”

On May 1, Jang Geun Suk was the first guest on Verbal Jint‘s newly started radio show, “Verbal Jint’s Pops Pops” on KBS Cool FM. Jang Geun Suk and Verbal Jint are known to be close so the actor decided to support Verbal Jint’s DJ debut. Jang Geun Suk talked about his next project during… Continue reading Jang Geun Suk Guests on Verbal Jint’s Radio Show, Talks About Hurt from “Love Rain”

Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – April Week 4

There was nothing to stop PSY’s “Gentlemen” from taking the top spot this week. It only took “Gentlemen” two weeks to reach the top spot on our chart, same as “Gangnam Style,” and it was only four points shy of a perfect 1000 score.The only blemish was at KBS Music Bank K-Chart, where “Gentlemen” was… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – April Week 4

Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – April Week 3

There was lots of movement in the top 10 this week along with a surprising new No. 1 song.  Third time is a charm for Davichi as they were finally able to capture the top spot this week with the “Be Warmed.” The song is the third single  from their second full album “Mystic Ballad.”… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – April Week 3

Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – April Week 2

Inifnite firmly secures the top spot for the second consecutive week with “Man In Love.”  This song swept all the music show rankings last week and thus able to win by more than 100 points this week.  It is the only song to score above 900 for the week. Debuting at No. 2 this week… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – April Week 2

Davichi and Verbal Jint’s Special Track “Be Warmed” MV and BTS Clip Released

Davichi and Verbal Jint‘s special track “Be Warmed” (or “Melting“) has finally been released to the public! “Be Warmed” is an acoustic hip-hop ballad, written by Verbal Jint himself. It is the first song that he has given to an artist outside of his agency. “Be Warmed” is a perfect song for this spring season… Continue reading Davichi and Verbal Jint’s Special Track “Be Warmed” MV and BTS Clip Released

Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – March Week 5

2AM’s “One Spring Day” repeats as No. 1 for the second straight week, winning easily over a very competitive field.  It is the only song to score above 900 points this week, and is also 69 points ahead of the No. 2 song Lee Hi’s “It’s Over.” The song might have been caught in its… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – March Week 5

Phantom Releases “Come as You Are” feat. Verbal Jint

Phantom and singer-songwriter Verbal Jint collaborated on the special single “Come as You Are” and it’s currently sweeping the charts! On March 27, Phantom’s agency stated, “Phantom’s newest song is currently 2nd on Melon, 1st on Mnet, 2nd on Soribada and 2nd and Bugs. It’s doing very well.” Released on March 26, “Come as You… Continue reading Phantom Releases “Come as You Are” feat. Verbal Jint

Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – March Week 4

Last week we thought SHINee’s “Dream Girl” would have a great chance to repeat again as our No. 1 song.  A new challenger has risen faster than expected, in particular 2AM’s “One Spring Day.”  This song moves up eight spots and edged “Dream Girl” by three points to become our new No. 1.  It is… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2013 – March Week 4

Inkigayo 03.17.13 – SHINee Takes First Win!

After halting their Take 7+Mutizen weekly winner last summer, Inkigayo has now come back with a new award format! SHINee‘s “Dream Girl” took the win over Lee Hi‘s “It’s Over” and SISTAR19‘s “Gone, Not Around Any Longer.” Congratulations to the group. They also swept the music show wins this weekend, having also taken wins on… Continue reading Inkigayo 03.17.13 – SHINee Takes First Win!

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