JYP Prepares for Comeback!

It has been nearly two years since JYP’s last album which was “Sad Freedom” back in December, 2009. JYP has been working mostly as a producer, actor on “Dream High,” and now a judge on “SBS K-Pop Star.” Currently, JYP is preparing for a new album that will be released in 2012.

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Big Bang and 2NE1 Releases Japanese Album on Same Day "Family Competition?"

Big Bang and 2NE1 that are the two biggest groups of YG Entertainment released their first Japanese albums on the same day today, March 28. Big Bang’s new album “ALIVE” has the concept of “From Asia to the World.” It contains the Japanese versions of the 5th mini album songs and also has two more new songs added in. Big Bang plans to go back and forth between South Korea and Japan for promotions. Eventually they are also planning on promoting in Thailand.

TVXQ to Release Two Versions of "Still" Album in South Korea on March 28

TVXQ’s “Still” will be released in South Korea on March 28. There will be two different versions, a CD+DVD version and a CD version. “Still” was released in Japan on March 14. “Still” reached #1 on the Oricon Daily Single Chart. The song was responsible for TVXQ to reach #1 on the weekly single chart 10 times for the first time as a foreign singer. This has never happened during Oricon’s 45 year history.

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Kara Extends Contract with Universal Music Japan

As we reported earlier in February, Kara’s contract with Universal Music Japan will expire in August 2012.That is why DSP Media, Kara, and Universal Music Japan were discussing the contract. At the time, DSP Media also reported that there were “no contractual issues.”

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LED Apple Unleashes Full MV for “Sadness”

On March 27, LED Apple unveiled the full music video for their latest single, “Sadness.” In the video, LED Apple’s six members lend their acting skills for an overall powerful MV that leaves a strong impression. The catchy melody and beats also play well with the heartbreaking lyrics, making “Sadness” another hit track in the making.