This week on KBS’s “A Song For You,” resident MCs Kangin, Sungjae, and Amber were joined by a group that’s been missed for a while: KARA! KARA has gone through a lot of changes in the past year, so it was refreshing to see them back as a group. They showed off their dancing, singing,… Continue reading [Video] KARA Brings It on AS4U!
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Soompi K-Pop Idol Rap Battle: Quarterfinals
And now it’s time for Round 3 of the Soompi K-Pop Idol Rap Battle! We’re now down to a quarter of our original contestants, and there have been some unexpected casualties along the way. Round 2 was pretty tough. There weren’t any rappers that were outright crushed; a lot of battles were, in fact, very, very close.… Continue reading Soompi K-Pop Idol Rap Battle: Quarterfinals
Recap: “A Pink’s Showtime” Ep 4 – Minki’s Big Day Out
Previously on A Pink News Showtime, Japan bore the full brunt of the A Pink Onslaught; Bomi blew out some candles and the ladies ate their way through the streets of Hongdae. This week, the ladies will face their greatest challenge as they make sure their distinguished guest for the evening gets all the creature… Continue reading Recap: “A Pink’s Showtime” Ep 4 – Minki’s Big Day Out
[Recap] Top 10 of Our Favorite Moments From KCON 2014’s “M! Countdown Two Nights in LA” Concert
K-Pop was in the center of attention this weekend in Los Angeles for the third annual KCON convention, the largest gathering of “All Things Hallyu” in the US. Of course, the weekend could not end without performances from an amazing lineup of everyone’s favorite artists, a roster list spanning from KCON veteran G-Dragon to crowd-pleasing… Continue reading [Recap] Top 10 of Our Favorite Moments From KCON 2014’s “M! Countdown Two Nights in LA” Concert
Girls’ Generation, CNBLUE, IU, Lee Seung Gi, B1A4, and More Walk the Red Carpet at KCON 2014
Before each of the M!Countdown concerts at KCON2014, artists, actors and actresses walked down the red carpet and on to a stage to greet the media and fans. Hosted by Eric Nam, he conducted a brief interview with all of the attendees and also translated their responses. Click on the links to jump to their… Continue reading Girls’ Generation, CNBLUE, IU, Lee Seung Gi, B1A4, and More Walk the Red Carpet at KCON 2014
“It’s Okay, It’s Love” Premiere – First Impressions
This drama is a crazy warm mix of surprisingly refreshing themes, immersing itself in mental illnesses, adult romance and complicated relationships. It touches on the border of taboo discussions present in Korean culture and has an emphasis on psychiatry which explores the brain’s various states and the enormous capabilities of the human mind. The concept… Continue reading “It’s Okay, It’s Love” Premiere – First Impressions
Second Spin: Get Ready for “Something” Special – The Best of Girl’s Day’s Underrated Tracks
Second Spin puts the spotlight on songs that have remained out of it. It is a chance to showcase some of the unpromoted tracks that are overshadowed by the signature songs in the featured artists’ discography. Media Darlings Girl’s Day is one of the biggest-hitting girl groups in the K-pop game. After storming to the… Continue reading Second Spin: Get Ready for “Something” Special – The Best of Girl’s Day’s Underrated Tracks
2NE1 Chooses to Better Themselves Than Focus on Haters
Popular girl group 2NE1 was in Singapore for their “2NE1 World Tour – All or Nothing” held on June 28. Hours before the concert was scheduled to start, the four members- CL, Minzy, Dara and Bom- made an appearance at an open press conference held in a shopping mall. Ardent fans came with banners and posters.… Continue reading 2NE1 Chooses to Better Themselves Than Focus on Haters
10 Korean Actors Who Released K-Pop Songs in the Past
Ha Ji Won dropped a digital single last week, which came as a surprise to many. But after some digging, we realize that she’s no stranger to the K-Pop scene- she previously released an album eleven years ago in 2003. She even performed on “Inkigayo” with track “Home Run,” which can be seen here. We… Continue reading 10 Korean Actors Who Released K-Pop Songs in the Past
Kim Soo Hyun Shone Like a Star at Fan Meeting in Singapore
The Alien Star, Kim Soo Hyun, shone brightly at his recent “2014 Kim Soo Hyun Asia Tour 1st Memories” held at the Singapore Expo on April 27. His spontaneity, unique humor, and even his pause for thought charmed and dazzled the full house crowd of 2,800. Kim Soo Hyun kick-started the night with the song,… Continue reading Kim Soo Hyun Shone Like a Star at Fan Meeting in Singapore