On February 29, Big Bang released their fifth mini-album through various online music sites. Upon its release the album captured the top spots on Melon, Bugs, MNET, Soribada, and other music charts. Abroad the album has been making an impact as well. Like YG had predicted the album is doing much better on iTunes than just the single released a week ago. At the time of this article’s composition the album is reported to be in the top ten on the iTunes pop-chart in several countries.
Category: Music
SHINee Releases Japanese Album "The First" in Korea
On February 29, SHINee released their Japanese debut album in South Korea. SHINee’s album, “The First,” was originally released in Japan in June of 2011. Through their promotions the popular group had the opportunity to meet with a wide variety of music fans. The response was positive. The album is available in two versions: a regular CD release and a CD and DVD version. “The First” is made up of twelve songs: five new songs “Better,” “To Your Heart,” “Always Love,” "Start," "Seesaw," and the group’s classic hits “Replay,” “Juliette,” “Lucifer,” "Amigo," "Love Like Oxygen," "Hello," and "The SHINee World."
[Exclusive] Behind the Scenes at SBS MTV "Music Island": Episode 1
The wait is over! SBS MTV will air the first show of “Music Island,” hosted by Girls’ Generation’s Sunny, tonight, February 29! The Soompi team went down to Jeju Island along with the cast and crew of “Music Island” to give you a peek into what happens behind-the-scenes at one of the most exciting music shows!
BIGBANG to Endorse Sunny 10 Drinks Again
Prior to their comeback on music programs, BIGBANG is appearing on a commercial they recently filmed. A representative of the Coca-Cola company revealed on February 28, "We chose BIGBANG as models for our brand of Sunny 10 Sparkling Ade drinks."
Teen Top’s Ricky, Changjo and C.A.P. Childhood Photos Revealed
Teen Top’s younger members, Ricky and maknae Changjo, recently revealed their childhood photos through their Me2Day accounts while older member C.A.P, uploaded his childhood picture on Teen Top’s Twitter.
ChAOS Releases Dance Practice Video for "Last Night"
After debuting in early January with "She Is Coming," they have recently started promotions on their followup track "Last Night."
Kara Releases Music Video for "Speed Up"
Kara’s music video for "Speed Up" was released today! The song, along with "Girl’s Power," are the title tracks for their sixth Japanese single.
T-ara Releases MV for "Lies" Japanese Ver.
Following up to their promotions of "Lovey Dovey" in Korea, T-ara will begin promotions for the release of their third Japanese single "Roly Poly."
Random Musings: Skating Away from Controversy, Having Fun with TV And Being a Fan Boy
This week i unleash my inner fan boy as i discuss girl group hierarchy, see if there is anything decent to watch on TV these days and try as hard as possible to beat a dead horse to dust. This is Random Musings for the week of Feb 21 to Feb 27.
U-KISS Kevin and Soo Hyun to Release "Remember" for "Syndrome" OST
U-KISS members Kevin and Soo Hyun contributed their talents to a side project. The two idols participate in a track for the soundtrack of cable drama “Syndrome.” Their song “Remember” highlights the sound of a grand piano and orchestra tunes, bringing with it a melancholy mood and sad feeling. “Remember” is used in the drama as the love theme for the characters Cha Yeo Wook (played by Song Chang Ui) and Lee Hae Jo (played by Han Hye Jin), who are both doctors. The song both marks the beginning of the love line and was slowly introduced to viewers as the closing theme.