Considering the sheer number of people in attendance, it’s not easy to roam the halls of KCON, but even less so when you’re J.R.E of JREKML, one of the biggest K-pop Youtube channels in the industry today. In fact, when we invited J.R.E to join us at the Soompi Booth for a Meet & Greet… Continue reading Youtuber Spotlight: J.R.E from JREKML on KCON, and His Favorite Artists
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Exclusive: VIXX on Journeying Forward and Looking Back
Before the boys of VIXX took to the stage in Orlando, Florida, for what would now be their fourth solo concert tour in the U.S., the memories of their first fanmeeting couldn’t help but wander around in their minds. Establishing themselves as a boy group with perhaps the most diverse of concepts, VIXX has come a long way since… Continue reading Exclusive: VIXX on Journeying Forward and Looking Back
Youtuber Spotlight: Jun Sung Ahn on KCONs and Beyond
Perhaps one of the best parts of KCON, aside from the concerts, is the sheer number of talented people who attend the event. From Youtube personalities to performers to movers and shakers in the world of Korean cuisine — it seems like every year everyone in Korean entertainment makes the effort to appear at KCON.… Continue reading Youtuber Spotlight: Jun Sung Ahn on KCONs and Beyond
“We Got Married” — Soompi Joins Viki!
Hey Soompiers! We’re back with a very exciting announcement: Soompi has been acquired by Viki! Yes, you know Viki — the global TV site powered by fans who are passionate about international content. (It’s also where I’m currently watching “The Scholar Who Walks The Night” — highly recommended!) Since Viki is made possible by the passion… Continue reading “We Got Married” — Soompi Joins Viki!
Soompi Is Hiring: Writers and Editorial Intern
Soompi has job openings! We are looking for talented and dedicated people who are passionate about delivering K-pop, K-drama, and K-culture content to the masses to join our team. There are positions available for freelance telecommuting writers and a Seoul office editorial intern. Are you passionate about everything Korea? If you love Korean entertainment and… Continue reading Soompi Is Hiring: Writers and Editorial Intern
Exclusive: Roy Kim Talks “Naked” Beachin’ And Zombie Apocalypses
Hi Soompiers! Soompi recently sat down for an exclusive interview with the one and only Roy Kim at this year’s KCON 2015 convention in Los Angeles! In the interview, Roy Kim talked about what he would do in a zombie apocalypse, where he wants to go on vacation (being naked and having multiple women were mentioned), and more! Despite his busy schedule,… Continue reading Exclusive: Roy Kim Talks “Naked” Beachin’ And Zombie Apocalypses
Recap: All Things Soompi @ KCON LA
As we are all recovering from that post-concert slump, we thought a little reliving of #KCON15LA was in order. Did you make it to the convention and stop by the Soompi booth? We had a lot going on, so just in case you missed anything – here’s what went down! Selfie Corner + Endless Giveaways: When… Continue reading Recap: All Things Soompi @ KCON LA
[Event] #KCON15LA “K-Pop Behind the Scenes with Soompi”
Are you attending KCON2015 in Los Angles this weekend? Come and meet of our US Soompi staff members knims, benightedxflame, KisforKARENx3 , and Sylphid at our panel “K-Pop Behind the Scenes with Soompi.” When: Saturday, August 1 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Where 502A – PANEL #3 Description: Is working in K-pop as glamorous as… Continue reading [Event] #KCON15LA “K-Pop Behind the Scenes with Soompi”
#KCON15LA: Join Us for a Memebox Takeover at the Soompi Booth
Good news K-beauty fans! Our good friends at Memebox will staging a takeover at the KCON Soompi Booth this Sunday! What is this “takeover” you ask? Well, it is very, very good for KCON attendees because Memebox is bringing some amazing free products just for you. Stop by the Soompi booth between 12 and 3PM on Sunday for… Continue reading #KCON15LA: Join Us for a Memebox Takeover at the Soompi Booth
Exclusive: BTS Interview at #TRBinDallas and Concert Merch Giveaway!
BTS fans~ We were lucky enough to catch up with BTS at the Dallas stop of their “2015 BTS LIVE TRILOGY IN USA ‘Episode II. The Red Bullet” tour to talk about some of their more random “about-me” facts! (And walked away with many, many song recommendations.) From V’s love of classical music to the downside of the rap-line’s famous… Continue reading Exclusive: BTS Interview at #TRBinDallas and Concert Merch Giveaway!