Taeyang Writes First Non-Big Bang Song for Se7en

Se7en’s latest Japanese single, “Somebody Else,” is written and composed by Taeyang, making it the first non-Big Bang track written by him. Although the single was co-produced by YG’s main producer Teddy, Taeyang is attempting to expand his resume as a singer-songwriter through this track.

Kim Hyun Joong Releases Japanese MV for “Kiss Kiss”

Two weeks after releasing the jacket photos for his Japanese debut album, “Kiss Kiss/Lucky Guy,” Kim Hyun Joong has released the music video for his title track, “Kiss Kiss.” Unlike the Korean version of the MV, which had a mixture of BTS shots and concert footage, the Japanese version follows a cute storyline of dating and hosting a surprise party for his girl friend.

“2012 Big Bang Concert – BIG SHOW” Teaser Video Released

YG Entertainment has just released the promotional video for the upcoming “2012 Big Bang Concert – BIG SHOW.” Released through the YG Concert official YouTube channel, the one-minute video contains footage of Big Bang’s previous “Big Show” concert. As the caption, “New Start – They are coming” indicates, the “2012 Big Bang Concert – BIG SHOW” is expected to be a new starting point for the group that went through difficult times last year.

Lee Hyori Donates KBS Documentary Narration Paycheck

Lee Hyori, who is well-known for her kind heart, made out a paycheck to the KBS Documentary Narration. According to KBS on January 19, Lee Hyori participated in filming for the recent "KBS Special- Our Neighbors’ Little Heroes."

SHINee Sings for Etude House

Recently, Etude House picked up SHINee and Dara from 2NE1, to be their models for their brand of cosmetic products. Etude House uploaded on their official Youtube account, some videos introducing SHINee members singing a special song made for the commercial…

SME to Live Stream Photo Shoot for SNSD, f(x), EXO, and SHINee

On January 19 and 21, SM Entertainment and W Korea Magazine will live stream the photo shoot of SNSD’s Sunny and Seohyun, f(x)’s Sullie and Krystal, SHINee’s Jonghyun and Taemin, and the upcoming boy group, EXO, via YouTube. The live stream will be provided through W Korea’s official YT Channel here, or SM Entertainment’s official YT channel here.

Jang Geun Suk to Debut as Unit Group "Team H" in Japan

On January 18, Japan’s Oricon reported that the "Prince of Asia" Jang Geun Suk is to release a new album in Japan as a part of group, "Team H." Oricon introduced the new unit group’s album and future plans with the title, "Jang Geun Suk’s unit ‘Team H’ comes to Japan" on its website.