It’s been revealed that 4minute’s HyunA considered retiring from the entertainment industry after leaving the Wondergirls in June of 2007. On August 23rd, Cube Entertainment’s CEO Hong Seung Sung published an essay book titled “If You Stop Now, the Spotlight’s Gone Forever.”
Category: Music
Aziatix Becomes First Asian-American Group to Be Featured on AOL Music’s Homepage
Who has members that have a) held an event in LA with amazing artists including the phenomenal Macy Gray, b) worked with JYJ, and c) have been recommended by such stars as SNSD’s Taeyeon and Brian Joo? Oh, and let’s not forget the release of music in multiple countries and an extremely fast rise of fan clubs from Germany, Australia, Canada, America, Korea, etc. Of course it can only be the group that is rising in popularity with breakneck speeds, Aziatix!
2PM’s Nichkhun Wonders If He Looks Good with Short Hair
2PM’s Nichkhun unveiled his new short hair style through Twitter today. Under this photo, Nichkhun wrote, “It’s a Short Cut! =] What do u think?”
ZE:A Releases Special Music Video for “Wait Yo!”
On August 30th, ZE:A released a special music video for new single, “Wait Yo!” through their official YouTube channel (@ZEA2011) and fan site. “Wait Yo!” is a track included in ZE:A’s “Summer Special Single” album. The music video features behind the scene shots and footage from the filming set of their other MV, “Watch Out.” The members look relaxed and casual, enjoying a cruise ride on the beach.
Super Junior to Continue as Eight, Remain Global YouTube Favorites
As you all know, member Kim Heechul will be following Kang In to the military. He has decided to start his mandatory military service with his four week basic training on September 1st and then for 23 months, he will carry out his official military duties. We wish him the best of luck!
Kara Unveils Teaser for New Single “Step”
On August 30th, Kara revealed the first teaser of their upcoming single, “Step.” Produced by Han Che Ho and Kim Seung Soo, “Step” features a good mix of rock and electronic beats. Since the release of the video, fans have been discussing whether today’s teaser is from the actual music video or not. The teaser’s background looks quite different from the behind the scene photos released earlier, and many are wondering how they are related to each other.
New Albums And Singles Preview – 2011 August Week 4
Quality over quantity this week as we only have two major releases, but they are long awaited comebacks from Davichi and U-Kiss.
2011 Mnet Asian Music Awards to be Held in Singapore
We are pleased to share more exciting news for K-Pop fans in Singapore! This year’s 2011 Mnet Asian Music Awards will be held in Singapore on November 29, at the Singapore Indoor Stadium!
For the second time, this major award show would be held outside of Korea. Last year’s award show was staged in Macau at The Venetian and boosted an impressive line up of 80 acts featuring Big Bang, 2NE1, Miss A and award presenters such as Yoon Eun Hye.
JYJ to Sing at Closing Ceremony of 2011 World Championships in Daegu
JYJ has been named to sing at the closing ceremony of the 2011 IAAF World Championships which will be held on September 4th. “JYJ’s popularity continues to grow following their worldwide showcase and concert. We’re consistently receiving love calls for JYJ to attend these global events,” C-JeS Entertainment said in a statement.
T-ara’s Jiyeon Takes a Break from Activities
T-ara’s Jiyeon will take a break from group activities until her knee injury has fully healed. Last August 25th, Jiyeon injured her right knee during dance practice. She is ready to take a break for her injury to recover but prior to that, she joined in the pre-recording of the group’s last performance of “Roly Poly” for Inkigayo on August 28th.