For the first time in Australia, Asian pop program, “SBS PopAsia”, was aired on September 4 on SBS for 2 hours (from 8:30 to 10:30). “SBS PopAsia” is a program that focuses on Asian music. (In order to prevent confusion, SBS is not "Seoul Broadcasting Service" it is "Special Broadcasting Service" that is based in Australia. It is a hybrid-funded Australian public broadcasting radio and television network. The stated purpose of SBS is "to provide multilingual and multicultural radio and television services that inform, educate and entertain all Australians and, in doing so, reflect Australia’s multiculturalsociety.")
Category: Music
KARA Releases "Step" Music Video
Kara returns to Korea with their third full-length album, “Step”, ten months since their fourth mini-album, “Jumping”. Produced by Han Che Ho and Kim Seung Soo, the song “Step” features a good mix of rock and electronic beats.
T-ara Produces 200 T-ara Aprons for Japanese Fans
The members of T-ara just seem to be brimming with new ideas for promoting their Japanese debut. In addition to their 300 photobook event, they have come up with 200 T-ara aprons to give as special gifts to their Japanese fans. In order to thank fans for their interest and love, T-ara spent their own money to produce T-ara aprons as a unique event idea. They personally autographed each apron, which is decorated by their pictures and their name in red.
SM Entertainment CEO Kim Young Min: "The Future of Hallyu is Bright"
In the aftermath of the second round of SM Town concerts in Tokyo, held at the prestigious Tokyo Dome, SM Entertainment Chairman Kim Young Min spoke about the future of Hallyu.
G.NA Is Feeling More Confident with Herself
G.NA had to learn Korean on the fly when she first flew in to achieve her dreams of becoming a singer. She was born and raised in Canada. Because of that reason, she had trouble expressing herself in variety shows and interviews in fear of making mistakes. Maybe it’s because of the empowering message of her recent "Top Girl" comeback, but G.NA revealed in her latest interview that she’s feeling a lot more confident with herself both in terms of her music and who she is.
K-Pop Music Fest Sydney 2011 Presents Promotional Video
Many A-list idols will be gathering in Sydney, Australia on November 12 for the "K-Pop Music Fest Sydney 2011." This will be the first K-Pop music festival in Australia so fans are thrilled for the exciting lineup! Artists performing include DBSK, SNSD, SHINee, SISTAR, miss A, MBLAQ, Kara, Secret, C.N. Blue, BEAST, 4minute, and 2AM.
JYJ Announces Europe Tour to Begin in October
After much speculation, C-Jes Entertainment has confirmed that JYJ will hold several concerts this year in select countries in Europe. According to C-Jes, "JYJ’s show in Europe has been confirmed. After the show in Spain in October, there will be another one in Germany in early November."
KARA’s Unique Marketing Strategy for "Step" Catches Attention
For the first time in 10 months, KARA will be making their comeback with their third studio album, "Step," due for release on September 6!
KARA has also launched the "KARA Channel" with YouTube for this promotion cycle in particular, adding anticipation for their impending comeback. Through their official YouTube channel (DSPKara), KARA will be kicking off on September 7 with a live feed of themselves at an opera gallery in Chungdam-dong.
JYJ to Kick Start Korean Comeback with Release of "In Heaven"
After announcing the release of an MV teaser, C-Jes Entertainment has confirmed that the full MV for JYJ’s "In Heaven" will be released on September 6, marking the beginning of the group’s comeback.
SM Town Performs at the Tokyo Dome and BoA’s Anniversary Concert
On September 4, BoA, Kangta, DBSK’s U-know Yunho, Super Junior’s Leeteuk, SNSD’s Tiffany, Shinee’s Onew, and f(x)’s Victoria represented their groups in Japan. 15,000 fans came out to support them during this time.
Singer BoA, known as the first true Hallyu star, made a special concert. It was to mark her ten year debut anniversary in Japan. It was her first time performing at the Tokyo Dome, and it was a special place to perform for a special year.