JYP Entertainment held its first Japanese concert, “JYP Nation in Japan,” at the Saitama Super Arena on August 17th. For over three hours, all of the top JYP artists, including Park Jin Young, 2AM, 2PM, miss A, Wonder Girls, JOO, Lim Jung Hee, and San E, went on stage to perform live and captivate the hearts of more than 12,000 fans in attendance. Although most of these artists have not made their official debut in Japan yet, more than 400 press members from 200 media outlets came to cover the event, proving once again K-Pop’s growing presence across the world.
Category: Music
Super Junior Will Release "Mr. Simple" Version B
Super Junior, who just came back with their fifth album “Mr. Simple” in early August is set to release a version B of the album, containing “SUPERMAN” and two more songs. “Mr. Simple” Version B is expected to go on sale on August 22nd.
Fans Donate 20 Million Won ($20,000), Flo Rida Sends Special Message for G-Dragon’s 23rd Birthday
G-Dragon’s fans donated 20 million won, or roughly $20,000 USD, to a childcare hospital in Seoul on August 18th for the star singer’s 23rd birthday. The fan site, “Kwon Ji Yong’s Supporters,” said, “To celebrate G-Dragon’s 23rd birthday, we donated 12 million won ($12,000) for children suffering from rare diseases, and 8 million won ($8,000) to kids fighting heart diseases and hydrocephalus.”
Jaurim Returns With Eighth Studio Album and “Idol” MV
What does rock band, Jaurim think of idol groups?
SNSD Hopes to Release English Tracks Worldwide in Future
SNSD recently held an interview that aired on the Taiwanese broadcasting station CTV News. In the short interview, English-speaking members Tiffany and Jessica revealed how they deal with a tight schedule and their future plans.
Under the Radar – Romantic Soul
Ballad group who originally debuted in 2002 as 4U returned earlier this year as a trio earlier this year
The Partner of Park Jung Hyun’s Secret Project is Sohyang
Two female singers that have explosive talent are getting together. Park Jung Hyun and CCM’s Sohyang are working on a song together. Park Jung Hyun has been gaining popularity for her appearance on “Survival: I Am a Singer” while Sohyang has had lots of experience performing outside of Korea. This “Diva Project” is the brainchild of the producer Lee Jang. The song that the two singers will be singing together is “Mermaid Princess” which will also be produced by Lee Jang.
Nine Muses Releases "Figaro" MV
Their digital single was released today (August 18 in Korea), and they will have their first comeback perforamnce tonight on M! Countdown.
After School to Team Up with Hello Kitty for Promotions
After School recently made their official Japanese debut with the release of their hit track “Bang!” The group is now working on a special collaborative project with one of Japan’s most popular and well-loved character, Hello Kitty.
Where Are They Now: SES
Remember SES? The popular trio, consisting of Sea (Bada), Eugene, and Shoo, debuted in 1997 with the hit single "I’m Your Girl." SES is generally thought of as the first highly successful K-Pop girl group and the female counterpart to their SM labelmates, HOT. (Given their SM background and their cute and classy image, I also personally view them as the forerunners to today’s chart-topping girl group, SNSD.)