The first time for anything is always special. There can only be one first time and anything after that just becomes routine. In the same way there is only one first kiss, there is only one first concert. On December 8, idol group B1A4 held their first standalone concert called “1st BABA B1A4 Concert” at… Continue reading [Exclusive] B1A4’s First Concert Review
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Orange Caramel Releases MV for “Dashing Through the Snow on High Heels“ Feat. NU’EST
As a special gift to fans this year, After School’s sub unit Orange Caramel has teamed up with Pledis labelmate NU’EST for a Christmas digital single. Titled “Dashing Through the Snow on High Heels,” it was released today, December 13, through online sites. Featuring a behind the scenes style music video, the music video shows… Continue reading Orange Caramel Releases MV for “Dashing Through the Snow on High Heels“ Feat. NU’EST
Harsh Realities of Show Biz Part 2: Surviving After Girl Groups’ Expiration Dates
Read part 1: Harsh Realities of Show Biz : What’s the Chance of Becoming a Top Star? ◈ Girl group members becoming actors: “I’m an actor now, but was originally a singer.”Just 15 years ago, idol groups like H.O.T, Sechs Kies, S.E.S, Fin.K.L, Shinhwa and g.o.d aka “the idol renaissance” were at the peak of… Continue reading Harsh Realities of Show Biz Part 2: Surviving After Girl Groups’ Expiration Dates
Is There a Change in Album Promotions in K-Pop?
“There’s no need to promote on television shows to be successful with a new song?”It looks like there’s a shift in marketing strategy trend these days. Lately, new albums and songs are able to be “hits” without the need of musicians promoting on television. “After a new song is released, focus on television promotions” tactic… Continue reading Is There a Change in Album Promotions in K-Pop?
SPICA Reveals Dance Tutorial for “Lonely”
With promotions of their second mini album “Lonely“ well underway, rookie girl group SPICA has now revealed their episode of “Let’s Dance” on LOEN Entertainment‘s YouTube channel. They go over the main choreography points of the song, humorously named by the members as the “luring magical dance,” “Marilyn Monroe dance,” and the “fantastic dance.” They… Continue reading SPICA Reveals Dance Tutorial for “Lonely”
So Ji Sub to Release Another Hip Hop Album in January 2013
A representative from So Ji Sub‘s agency confirmed on December 12, “So Ji Sub has started working on a new album. He’s still at the beginning of the production process. He hasn’t even recorded a song yet. This is going to be another hip hop album.” This representative added, “So Ji Sub is aiming to… Continue reading So Ji Sub to Release Another Hip Hop Album in January 2013
JYJ’s Junsu Reveals MV for “Even Though I Already Know”
With his solo concert just a few weeks away, JYJ‘s Junsu has revealed his music video for his ballad track “Even Though I Already Know.” The song was released earlier this year in May through Junsu’s solo album Tarantallegra. This new music video is considered to be the dramatized version of the “Tarantallegra” music… Continue reading JYJ’s Junsu Reveals MV for “Even Though I Already Know”
Brave Brothers To Produce “K-FOOD” Album with ZE:A, Jay Park, Teen Top And More
Some of the hottest Hallyu idols that represent K-Pop have gathered together to release a collaboration album called “K-FOOD.“ Produced by hit-maker Brave Brothers, the album will have a total of six tracks, which will all be about Korean food. Some of the artists to participate in this album are ZE:A, Jay Park, Teen Top,… Continue reading Brave Brothers To Produce “K-FOOD” Album with ZE:A, Jay Park, Teen Top And More
KARA Sells Out Tokyo Dome Concert in Five Minutes
KARA makes another achievement in Japan. According to reports in local news agencies, KARA sold out all 45,000 seats of their Tokyo Dome concert in five minutes. The concert, titled “KARA 2013 Happy New Year” is set to be held on January 6. KARA’s concert at the Tokyo Dome is already an achievement by itself… Continue reading KARA Sells Out Tokyo Dome Concert in Five Minutes
Jung Yup Releases “We Are No More” MV
Are you ready to be mesmerized by none other than Brown Eyed Soul’s Jung Yup? On December 11, singer Jung Yup shared about his special connection with illustrator Lee Kyung Don at his new album release mini-conference at White Hall in Seocho area of Seoul. He shared, “There’s a tailor shop I regularly go to… Continue reading Jung Yup Releases “We Are No More” MV