“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?
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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
PSY: “Madonna Said I Could Touch Her Anywhere”
Singer PSY shared a stage with Madonna and spilled details about the entire experience. On December 10, PSY appeared on tvN‘s talk show “Taxi” where PSY shared that, among all of the stars he had been able to meet since he rose to global fame with hit single “Gangnam Style,” Madonna stood out from the… Continue reading PSY: “Madonna Said I Could Touch Her Anywhere”
Harsh Realities of Show Biz Part 1: What’s the Chance of Becoming a Top Star?
Unlike the past when many children dream to grow up to become scientists, most children these days dream of becoming a celebrity. But not just any celebrity. They want to be an idol group member. And to meet such a demand, many audition programs like “Super Star K,” “Star Audition,” and “K-Pop Star” were born.… Continue reading Harsh Realities of Show Biz Part 1: What’s the Chance of Becoming a Top Star?
Hello Venus Reveals Second Teaser for Comeback Mini Album “What Are You Doing Today?”
Following the release of their first teaser and concept pictures four days ago, rookie girl group Hello Venus has now revealed a second teaser for their comeback title track “What Are You Doing Today.” Their second mini album, also titled “What Are You Doing Today,” was released today, December 12, in Korea. Through this second… Continue reading Hello Venus Reveals Second Teaser for Comeback Mini Album “What Are You Doing Today?”