BBC News recently published an article titled "The dark side of South Korean pop music". Say what? There’s an evil force beneath all these sweet dance tunes, candy-colored costumes, and spectacular white smiles? According to BBC, yes (although it’s not quite that simple). It’s the management companies who sometimes bind their biggest stars into "slave contracts which tie [their] trainee-stars into long exclusive deals, with little control or financial reward."
Category: Music
Kim Bum Soo’s First MV Appearance in 13 Years!
Kim Bum Soo appeared in his own music video for the first time since his debut 13 years ago! The outstanding singer appeared in the MV of his latest title song "Last Love" from his 7th official album "Solista Part 2," which was released on the 16th, along with the MV. In the MV, he acted out a heart-broken male character who lets go of his lover.
Park Shin Hye Clarifies Rumors of Throwing Away Fan Gifts
Recently, a rumor is circulating in Taiwanese internet community site saying Park Shin Hye not only had really arrogant attitude towards fans but also threw away gifts from fans.
2AM Jinwoon To Debut A Solo Rock Album
2AM’s Jinwoon sees a childhood dream to be a rock star come true. The ballad group’s youngest member will be releasing a solo album late July, 2AM’s music producer Big Hit Entertainment announced on Thursday, June 16th.
f(x) to Release “Hot Summer” MV on the 17th
f(x) will be releasing their “Hot Summer” MV through their SM Entertainment’s official YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/smtown) tomorrow! The music video, which was shot early June by director Hong Won Ki (MV director of SHINee’s “Hello” Super Junior-M’s “Taewanme”) at the sets located in Incheon Song Doh and Nam Yang Joo.
GD & T.O.P and Taeyang to Perform at Rock Festival?
It was announced today that Big Bang’s G-Dragon, T.O.P, and Taeyang will perform at the annual Pentaport Rock Festival in Korea this August. Other guests invited to the festival include U.S. nu metal band Korn and English indie band The Ting Tings, as well as local rock bands such as Boohwal (Reincarnation) and No Brain.
Under The Radar – Thomas Cook
Thomas Cook, ex-My Aunt Mary member, is back with his 2nd album after a 10 year hiatus.
Bae Yong Joon to Debut Idol Group
Hallyu frontrunner Bae Yong Joon is expanding his influence in the entertainment industry through an idol group under his company, Key East Entertainment. According to reports, it will be an all-male idol group to debut next year.
LEDApple releases MV for "How Dare You"
After some member changes, they are back with a new song and mini album.
KARA’s “KARApara” Dance Boom is Coming!
Following their cute and sexy hip dance, KARA has revealed their new dance move “KARA para” in the MV teaser. Feeling the trend is coming!? Combing Parapara dance that was popular back in the 80s and 90s, and KARA’s own cute and sexy charm together, a brand new “KARApara” dance is created. Its comical hand gesture matches perfectly with their new single “Go Go Summer."