Although “Superstar K3” finalists Two Months were knocked off in the semi-finals, their popularity and acknowledgement of talent seems to continue. Of particular interest is guitarist and vocalist Doh Deh Yoon, whose fluency in English has garnered attention.
Category: Music
YG Entertainment’s New Girl Group to Add “Superstar K2’s” Kim Eun Bi
Kim Eun Bi, the top six contestant from Mnet’s “Superstar K2,” will join YG Entertainment’s new girl group, local media Star News reported today. It said Kim Eun Bi has become the newest member of YGE’s upcoming girl group, quoting multiple industry sources.
Wonder Girls Announce "Be My Baby" Dance Contest
You now have the chance to win a free trip to Korea and meet the Wonder Girls! The group has just announced the “Be My Baby Cover Dance Contest” for fans who want the opportunity to meet the Wonder Girls.
KARA Awarded Gold Record in Japan
On October 19, KARA released their fifth Japanese single entitled, “Winter Magic”. Since its release it has been certified as a “Gold Album or Foreign Music” according to the Japanese Record Association. It is quite an accomplishment to reach Gold status. Albums which sell more than one hundred thousand units are awarded the Gold grade.
Jun Jin Completes Military Service – Will Shinhwa Comeback Soon?
Back in October of 2009 Jun Jin enlisted and began basic training right away. Once he completed his four week long training in Nonsan, Chungnam Province, the rapper commenced his social service commitment. With each member of Shinhwa finally finishing up their military duties, is it possible that the public will be graced with a comeback in the not too distant future?
Celeb Style File: Before and After Debut – SNSD
Celebrating one of the most awaited comebacks in K-Pop, this week’s Celeb Style File: Before and After Debut features SNSD. We will see the girls in their early days as trainees, and how they have changed to become who they are today: one of the most successful girl groups of this era.
CN Blue’s "In My Head" Recognized as a Gold Record in Japan
Male group CN Blue’s major Japanese debut single "In My Head" was recognized as a Gold Record from the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ). In order to receive a Gold Record certification from the RIAJ, album sales must exceed 100,000 copies.
Tablo’s New Albums Places 2nd and 5th on Billboard’s World Music Chart
YG Entertainment representatives stated, “Many Korean artists have ranked on Billboard’s World Music Chart but this is the first time that a Korean singer has ranked in two different places in the top 10 at the same time.”
SBS Inkigayo 11.13.11
SNSD wins the triple crown on Inkigayo! Since the 2011 Love Sharing Concert was aired last week instead of Inkigayo, SNSD’s second win was also awarded today.
New Albums and Singles Preview – 2011 November Week 2
Long-awaited albums from T-ara, Seo In Young, Son Ho Young, and Tim to name a few! Check out the rest here!