Last week, we reported that Brown Eyed Girls skilled rapper Miryo was to make her first solo effort in February. Today, Brown Eyed Girls agency Nega Network unveiled a set of teaser images which officially mark
the start of Miryo’s own album promotions.
Category: Music
Lee Seung Gi Criticized for Performing Yoo Seung Joon Songs
On December 30, 2011 Lee Seung Gi appeared on the “2011 KBS Gayo Party” and had performed two Yoo Seung Joon Songs, “Na Na Na” and “Passion.” A Netizen criticized Lee Seung Gi on January 2, for having chosen the song because of Yoo Seung Joon’s past military service incident. Yoo Seung Joon caused controversy when he decided not to enter into military service after repeatedly stating that he would. He was barred from reentry into South Korea by the ministry of law for gaining U.S. citizenship to avoid his military service in 2002.
JYP Entertainment Reveals Mysterious Piano Teaser
JYP Entertainment released a mysterious teaser showing JYP playing the piano. He is wearing a black suit while playing the grand piano. At the end of the teaser, the words show “JYP 2012. 02. 01 introducing…” Through social networking services JYP asked a teasing question with the teaser video, “What do you think the first project of 2012 will be? Which singer’s song do you think it will be?”
BEAST Releases “I Knew It” Themed Music Video
BEAST’s Themed Music Video for “I Knew It” was finally released! Yesterday we released teaser photos of Dong Woon appearing in the themed music video. Dong Woon is shown driving, when he stops in the middle of a bridge. He sees a girl standing alone and she whispers something to him, then walks away.
IU’s Japanese Showcase a Success with an Audience of 4,000
The Japanese reaction to IU is explosive. Currently IU is still preparing for her official Japanese debut. However, before it she held a “Japan Premium Special Live” concert on January 24 which was more of a “Showcase.” 4,000 viewers came to view the show and they listened to the Japanese version of “Good Day,” and 5 other songs. The response of the Japanese media was positive. Headlines read, “Korea’s best young female singer arrived in Japan,” “IU’s 3 octave note is certainly powerful”
Brian Joo’s "Reborn Part 1" Collaboration with Tiger JK and Jay Park
Brian Joo’s new album is “Reborn” and the main theme is a “collaboration focused on seriousness towards music.” The title song “Leaving You” is a collaboration with Tiger JK. Tiger JK is known as a star that does not like to collaborate with other artists but it is being said that he decided to after hearing the demo tape. Tiger JK helped out with writing the lyrics and as shown in the teaser we reported about earlier, he also features in the music video.
Big Bang’s Video Message on SBS "Entertainment Tonight"
On January 25, SBS Entertainment Tonight broadcasted scenes from the concerts held in Japan by all the YG artists. As some of you may remember, the YG Family recently wrapped up their set of concerts scheduled in Japan to commemorate the 15th Anniversary of YG Entertainment. The program broadcasts powerful and energetic stages from all artists of YG: 2NE1, PSY, Se7en, Big Bang, etc, making all Japanese fans very happy and excited with the concert.
Yoon Mirae’s Sexy Chic Photo Shoot for Sure Magazine
Artist Yoon Mirae garnered netizen’s attention with her chameleon beauty in a magazine pictorial. Rather than being a Hip Hop Godmother, this time Yoon Mirae appealed her sexy, charismatic femininity. Her outfits, from one-shoulder lace see-through dress to a black long-sleeve backless dress, are accentuating a strong and yet, warm feminine beauty in Yoon Mirae.
Infinite’s Japanese Concert Tickets Sell Out in 10 Minutes
Infinite is drawing major attention in Japan by selling out their first Japanese concert tickets. On January 10, Infinite concert tickets were open for sale for members of Japanese Infinite fanclub. Although this was only a pre-sales exclusively for the fanclub, the tickets sold out within 10 minutes, proving Infinite’s growing popularity not only in Korea but spreading throughout Asia.
BEAST Yoon Doojoon & Yong Junhyung’s Graduation Photos Surface
On January 25, a topic revealing a set of pictures of BEAST members was posted on an online community board and caught the interest of netizens.