SHINee is back to make more music in Japan! The boys have just released the short version of the music video to their new Japanese single, “Dazzling Girl!” The video is a little over two minutes long and we hear more of the song including Minho’s rap. The boys show off their energy and dance… Continue reading SHINee Unveils Short Version of “Dazzling Girl” MV
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Soompi’s 2012 Top Ten K-Pop Summer Songs
Summer is officially over. With the shorter days and cool nights, the season is slowly but steadily transitioning into fall. Good-bye to blistering hot temperatures, sunny days, rainy days (if you live in Korea), hot pants, tanks, lounging about the pool, lemonade, cool slices of watermelon, sizzling steaks on the grill, BBQ chicken, corn on… Continue reading Soompi’s 2012 Top Ten K-Pop Summer Songs
Roora Will Mark Comeback as a Trio Without Go Young Wook
One of the popular groups of the 90s, Roora (Kim Ji Hyun, Lee Sang Min, Chae Ri Na) will come back out of retirement without fellow member Go Young Wook. He has been accused of sexually assaulting a minor and have since ceased activities. Later, it’s been revealed that there wasn’t enough evidence for him… Continue reading Roora Will Mark Comeback as a Trio Without Go Young Wook
T-ara Releases Japanese MV of “Day by Day”
T-ara is returning to Japan! The girls are gearing up for a Japanese comeback this month after successfully releasing their first full-length Japanese album, “Jewelry Box.” To jumpstart their upcoming return, the group has released the music video for the Japanese version of “Day by Day.” The video contains scenes and highlights from the Korean… Continue reading T-ara Releases Japanese MV of “Day by Day”
YG Entertainment Says “Hi! HiGH” in Ambiguous Teaser Image
On September 26, YG Entertainment posted a mysterious teaser image that simply said, “Hi! HiGH,” on their official blog, YG-Life. It’s become textbook strategy for YG Entertainment to post these mysterious messages on their official blog to hint at something bigger to come. We’ve seen similar tactics used for 2NE1, Big Bang, and the Su… Continue reading YG Entertainment Says “Hi! HiGH” in Ambiguous Teaser Image
Psy Returns to Korea, Immobilizes Airport
Psy returned to Korea on September 24, at 4:20am through Incheon International Airport. Approximately 100 fans and reporters gathered at the airport. When he appeared through the gate, fans welcomed him with loud roar. Psy only briefly stayed at the airport for about 5 minutes to say greetings and tried to move along, but had… Continue reading Psy Returns to Korea, Immobilizes Airport
LUNAFLY Reveals First Video Teaser
With LUNAFLY‘s Korean debut album set for release on September 27, their first video teaser was released today on YouTube. In the teaser, they create a mysterious atmosphere as only their silhouettes are visible, and their name”LUNAFLY” is repeated throughout the video. Managed by Nega Network, their three members are Teo, Yun, and Sam Carter,… Continue reading LUNAFLY Reveals First Video Teaser
Infinite’s Hoya: “Yoo Seung Joon Inspired Me to Become a Singer”
On September 24, news channel YTN invited tvN “Answer Me 1997” co-stars A Pink‘s Eunji and Infinite‘s Hoya to YTN “News 12 – Issue and People” for detailed interviews about “Answer Me 1997” and their positions as acting idols. In this episode of “News and People,” Hoya garnered attention for mentioning the legendary and yet… Continue reading Infinite’s Hoya: “Yoo Seung Joon Inspired Me to Become a Singer”
G-Dragon Will Perform “Missing You” and “Today” via Naver Live Stream, Sept. 25, 10 p.m. KST
On September 25, from 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. KST, “GD Friends Live Worldwide” concert will be available to be viewed by fans all over the world via live stream on online music site Naver Music. Big Bang member and solo artist G-Dragon will perform songs from his latest solo effort “One of a Kind” so be… Continue reading G-Dragon Will Perform “Missing You” and “Today” via Naver Live Stream, Sept. 25, 10 p.m. KST
Vote for Your Favorite Asian Artist at the MTV European Music Awards!
The MTV European Music Awards (EMA) is happening this November! For the second time in a row, the MTV EMA has included the “World Wide Act” category which includes a roster of foreign artists around the world. This year, there will be three steps in seeing your favorite artist battle it out for the “World… Continue reading Vote for Your Favorite Asian Artist at the MTV European Music Awards!