At last, a convention for Hallyu fans! KCON 2012, the first large scale K-Pop convention in the U.S., will be held in Irvine, CA at the Verizon Amphitheater on October 13. Produced by Mnet America, this full day event will feature autograph signing sessions, celebrity panels, contests and workshops geared towards fans of K-Pop and… Continue reading [Event] KCON 2012 in Irvine, CA
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Eat Your Kimchi Reviews Teen Top’s “Be Ma Girl”
This week for Music Monday, Simon and Martina reviewed Teen Top‘s “Ba Ma Girl.” They didn’t have any major complaints for this music video as they had everything required for a hip young group: skateboarding, crazy clothing, accessories and crazy hair. As the video featured the group bowling at a party and then break dancing at… Continue reading Eat Your Kimchi Reviews Teen Top’s “Be Ma Girl”
Some YouTube Commenters Argue PSY’s “Gangnam Style” is Japanese
Psy is having the time of his life with “Gangnam Style.” CNN, WSJ, LA Times, and even a French TV program applauded “Gangnam Style” openly. The music video of “Gangnam Style” already produced many parody videos including, “Gundam Style,” “Daegu Style,” “Hongdae Style,” and so on. On YouTube, “Gangnam Style” reached 2.7 million clicks within… Continue reading Some YouTube Commenters Argue PSY’s “Gangnam Style” is Japanese
Xia Junsu Releases First “Uncommitted” MV Teaser
Xia Junsu just released the MV teaser for his upcoming single “Uncommitted.” “Uncommitted” is an urban pop and mid-tempo number sung entirely in english. The singer has received a hot response from fans with his first solo tour and his change into a charismatic solo singer with his first album. For the purpose of the… Continue reading Xia Junsu Releases First “Uncommitted” MV Teaser
YGE Reveals Album Release Plans for Su Pearls, New Girl Group, and 2NE1
YG Entertainment dropped some additional info on their upcoming two girl groups as well as 2NE1’s approximate album release date. On August 13, YGE spoke with local media Star News and said, “Su Pearls will debut in September, while our other new girl group will debut in October.” Su Pearls is the four member girl… Continue reading YGE Reveals Album Release Plans for Su Pearls, New Girl Group, and 2NE1
T-ara’s Soyeon Sheds Tears While Talking about Hwayoung Controversy for the First Time
T-ara’s Soyeon spoke out for the first time since the Hwayoung controversy broke out last month. On August 13, Chosun Ilbo released an exclusive video interview with the group’s leader where she shared her honest feelings about the entire Hwayoung controversy. “We were really upset about our agency’s CEO and Hwayoung after this whole incident.… Continue reading T-ara’s Soyeon Sheds Tears While Talking about Hwayoung Controversy for the First Time
New Albums and Singles Preview – 2012 August Week 2
Cho Shin Sung – 폭풍속으로 (SHE`S GONE) (August 9) 01. 폭풍속으로 (She’s Gone) 02. Addicted 03. 폭풍속으로 (She’s Gone) (inst.) 04. Addicted (inst.) Oricon Chart’s regular ranking artist Cho Shin Sung also known as Supernova, is back after releasing “Stupid Love” last April with a new single album this summer .Cho Shin Sung returns as… Continue reading New Albums and Singles Preview – 2012 August Week 2
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2012 – August Week 2
Psy stays strong and repeats as No. 1 with “Gangnam Style”. This song has an even better score than last week. “Gangnam Style” is becoming the most popular K-Pop songs so far this year. Its popularity is spreading quickly outside of Korea, with even CNN reporting about this song. The music video of “Gangnam Style”… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2012 – August Week 2
Photos of T-ara’s Soyeon Wearing a Neck Brace in Hospital Bed
A local media just released photos of T-ara’s Soyeon wearing a neck brace in a hospital bed, showing the severity of the car accident she suffered earlier today. “Soyeon received emergency treatment at a hospital in Gumi, and now she’s heading back to Seoul. She will be examined more closely at the hospital in Seoul,”… Continue reading Photos of T-ara’s Soyeon Wearing a Neck Brace in Hospital Bed
Kara Releases First MV Teaser for “Pandora” Featuring Kang Jiyoung
With Kara set to release their new mini-album “Pandora” next week on August 22, their first teaser featuring maknae Kang Jiyoung has been released today. The group will hold their comeback showcase at the W Seoul Walkerhill Hotel, and the event will also be streamed live on YouTube. Previously, Kara’s album jacket cover was released… Continue reading Kara Releases First MV Teaser for “Pandora” Featuring Kang Jiyoung