Media outlet MBN TV has recently released the rankings of second-generation girl groups by fandom size according to the numbers shown on their respective fan cafes. As of April 24, 2014, the rankings are as follows: 1. Girls’ Generation (2007) – 245,447 2. A Pink (2011) – 86,596 3. Wonder Girls (2007) – 80,579 4.… Continue reading K-Pop Girl Group Fandom Ranking: Girls’ Generation, A Pink, Wonder Girls, and More
Category: Music
Akdong Musician and Eddy Kim: Rising Rookie Singer-Songwriters
Among the rookie singers that have debuted this year, there are two that catches the eye: sibling duo Akdong Musician (Lee Chan Hyuk, Lee Soo Hyun) and Eddy Kim. Although their music styles are different, they do have a few things in common: the fact that they are alumni of audition programs, have recieved full… Continue reading Akdong Musician and Eddy Kim: Rising Rookie Singer-Songwriters
T-ara Reveals Japanese Ver. MV for “Do You Know Me?”
With their third Japanese album “Gossip Girls” set for release next month on May 14, T-ara has revealed the short version Japanese music video for “Do You Know Me?“ As you might remember, the original version of “Do You Know Me” was released last December and was promoted by the group in Korea. While the… Continue reading T-ara Reveals Japanese Ver. MV for “Do You Know Me?”
Songwriters Kim Hyung Suk and Yoon Il Sang Dedicate Songs to Ferry Tragedy Victims
Producers Kim Hyung Suk and Yoon Il Sang have released touching songs dedicated to the victims of the Sewol ferry tragedy. On April 24, Kim Hyung Suk wrote on his Twitter, “I dedicate this song to the young students who passed away with the Sewol ferry. Please rest in peace, I will pray so.” He… Continue reading Songwriters Kim Hyung Suk and Yoon Il Sang Dedicate Songs to Ferry Tragedy Victims
KBS Deems San E and 4Minute’s Sexually Suggestive Songs Unfit for Broadcast
KBS recently deemed rapper San E and 4Minute’s songs unfit for broadcast since the lyrics were found to be sexually suggestive in content. On April 23, a report referenced a certain line in San E’s song, “Body Language” that says, “After doing it, doing it, doing it, doing it, from the top, below, behind and… Continue reading KBS Deems San E and 4Minute’s Sexually Suggestive Songs Unfit for Broadcast
15& Tops Gaon Digital Chart with “Can’t Hide It”
JYP‘s female duo 15&, consisting of Park Ji Min and Baek Ye Rin, are topping two of Gaon‘s charts with their latest single “Can’t Hide It.” They have placed number one on both the weekly digital chart and the digital download chart for the fourth week of April (April 13 ~ April 19). Akdong Musician… Continue reading 15& Tops Gaon Digital Chart with “Can’t Hide It”
Girls’ Generation Member Sunny to Join Baekhyun, Onew, and Kyuhyun in “Singin’ in the Rain”
Girls’ Generation member Sunny will be working alongside fellow agency artists Baekhyun (EXO), Onew (SHINee), and Kyuhyun (Super Junior) in the musical “Singin’ in the Rain.” She will play the main female role of Kathy Selden, a character who dreams of becoming a musical actress. Sunny has been participating in practices for the musical since the… Continue reading Girls’ Generation Member Sunny to Join Baekhyun, Onew, and Kyuhyun in “Singin’ in the Rain”
Akdong Musician Continues Winning Streak with Second “M!Countdown” Win
The adorable siblings of Akdong Musician have taken home their second consecutive trophy on “M!Countdown!” While the show did not air today, this week’s Top 5 was revealed through MNet’s homepage. Due to the Sewol ferry tragedy, Korea is in the state of mourning, and the major broadcast companies are showing their respect for the… Continue reading Akdong Musician Continues Winning Streak with Second “M!Countdown” Win
CNBLUE Hits It Off at Number 3 on the Oricon Chart with “Truth”
CNBLUE has entered the Oricon Chart at number three with their seventh Japanese single “Truth.“ “Truth,” which is their first Japanese single in nine months since their release of “Lady” last year, sold 27,372 copies on the first day of its release. The single album contains title track “Truth,” along with “Still” and “Heart Song.” Leader… Continue reading CNBLUE Hits It Off at Number 3 on the Oricon Chart with “Truth”
[Exclusive] Lunafly Reveals Wanting to Release a Spanish Album at Press Conference in Peru
The members of Lunafly were in Peru to do several activities in part of their Latin American tour earlier last week. On April 14, members Sam, Teo and Yun, joined by Brown Eyed Girls’ JeA, landed in Peru at 11:40pm (PET) and were welcomed by dozens of dedicated fans. JeA was so nice to approach… Continue reading [Exclusive] Lunafly Reveals Wanting to Release a Spanish Album at Press Conference in Peru