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Super Junior’s Sungmin to Leave KBS 2FM “Super Junior’s Kiss the Radio”

Oh noes! It is a sad day for Super Junior Sungmin fans! Due to his appearance in a Japanese musical, Sungmin will be leaving his DJ spot on KBS 2FM’s “Super Junior’s Kiss the Radio.” For now, Ryeowook will continue to DJ for the radio show on his own. Sungmin has been with “Super Junior’s… Continue reading Super Junior’s Sungmin to Leave KBS 2FM “Super Junior’s Kiss the Radio”

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

[Soompi Shop] Autographed Baek A Yeon “I’m Baek” Special Package!

Hi Soompiers! Soompi Shop is “Baek” with a new special! This time it’s one of the very popular contestants of of the acclaimed audition show “K-Pop Star,” Baek A Yeon, who is now signed with JYP Entertainment! The young and talented singer will sign copies of her first album, “I’m Baek.” Included with the album… Continue reading [Soompi Shop] Autographed Baek A Yeon “I’m Baek” Special Package!

Song Hye Gyo and Infinite’s Sung Jong Look Alike?

Do you think they look alike? Recently, an online community forum posted several pictures comparing the two celebrities under the title “Infinite’s Sung Jong Resembles Song Hye Gyo.” Their pictures are photoshopped side by side for better comparison. Sung Jong’s picture taken in bed covers a part of his face highlighting his eyes, which really… Continue reading Song Hye Gyo and Infinite’s Sung Jong Look Alike?

Female Trainee Opens Up About the Reality of Sexual Favors in Korean Entertainment Industry

On March 29 on JTBC, an exclusive interview with an ex-trainee from an entertainment agency was aired. The interviewee stated, “When I belonged to an agency, even though I was a minor I was often asked to be present at a bar. In truth, there are agencies that function more like brokers that trade female… Continue reading Female Trainee Opens Up About the Reality of Sexual Favors in Korean Entertainment Industry

KBS Music Bank – 03.29.13 – G.NA’s “Oops” Wins!

The winner of K-chart this week was the fabulous G.NA‘s song “Oops” (featuring Ilhoon from BTOB), beating Busker Busker with “Cherry Blossom Ending.” Congratulations G.NA! Today also featured the comeback performances of AA with the romantic song “Come Back.” Also, the debut stage featured the performances of ZE:A FIVE with cute song “The Day We Broke… Continue reading KBS Music Bank – 03.29.13 – G.NA’s “Oops” Wins!

The Position Releases MV for “Spring Expectation” Starring Actress Kim So Eun

With the video teaser released last week, iconic ballad group The Position released the full music video for “Spring Expectation” with English subtitles through the official LOEN Entertainment YouTube channel. “Spring Expectation” would be Lim Jae Wook‘s first official song in six years. “Spring Expectation” is a medium tempo rock song about the yearnings for… Continue reading The Position Releases MV for “Spring Expectation” Starring Actress Kim So Eun

[Soompi Shop] Extending “March 27th Sale” For One More Day!

Due to popular request, Soompi Shop is extending our March 27th sale for another 24 hours! Why are we having a March 27th sale, you ask? Soompi Shop has two special occasions to celebrate: The 15th anniversary of Soompi (yes, Soompi is officially 15 years old!), and the day that Soompi Shop’s Facebook page hit… Continue reading [Soompi Shop] Extending “March 27th Sale” For One More Day!