*The opinions and views presented in this article do not necessarily represent those of the staff of Soompi.com nor any of its sponsors. SEX. Now that I have your attention… Sex appeal plays an enormous role in consumerism. Not every product needs to be advertised as sexy to sell but many of them do it… Continue reading [Opinion] Sex Appeal in Korean Pop
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A Pink Channels the Roaring 20’s for “Singles”
A Pink girls are no longer the cutie pies of K-Pop. The August issue of “Singles” magazine featured A Pink members who glitter with the style of the Roaring 20’s. They are wearing flapper style head gears and short hair styles, as well as the loose but flashy dresses iconic of the ladies’ fashion in… Continue reading A Pink Channels the Roaring 20’s for “Singles”
[Recap] Soompi Weekly Roundup – July Week 4
All the important Korean Entertainment news from this week in one place: This is your Weekly Soompi Roundup! Director Kim Jong Hak‘s death has been ruled as suicide by the authorities. He was the director of classic dramas such as “Sandglass,” “Eyes of Dawn,” and “The Legend.” His most recent drama was “Faith.” Se7en, Sanchu, and five… Continue reading [Recap] Soompi Weekly Roundup – July Week 4
Flashback Friday: The Legendary–Shinhwa
Do we have any Soompiers out there who remember dial-up internet and having to listen to this to get to spazz out on that strange thing called the Internet with other fangirls and fanboys? “Flashback Friday” will feature artists from days of yore when K-Pop wasn’t so polished but still just as shiny. Today’s Flashback Friday… Continue reading Flashback Friday: The Legendary–Shinhwa
KBS Music Bank 07.12.13 – Ailee’s First Win with “U & I”
The winner of K-chart this week was charismatic Ailee with “U & I,” beating INFINITE’s “Destiny.” Congratulations Ailee! This week was the exciting comeback stage of sexy AOA BLACK with the cool catchy song “Moya” and f(x) with their new interesting song “Rum Pum Pum Pum.” Also today featured the impressive comeback performances of BEAST… Continue reading KBS Music Bank 07.12.13 – Ailee’s First Win with “U & I”
A Closer Look at Talented Girl Group Trio Odd Eye Pt. 1
A mutation is something different, something special or even odd. Mutations can be grotesque, but with the right combinations and some luck, a mutation can be a thing of beauty. It can be fresh and new and break the status quo. This is what the new Korean String-Pop trio, Odd Eye aims to do: create… Continue reading A Closer Look at Talented Girl Group Trio Odd Eye Pt. 1
Big Star to Comeback with Mini Album “Hangout,” Releases Tracklist
Male idol group Big Star from Brave Entertainment will be returning to the music stage after eight months with their second mini album, “Hangout.” Big Star made their comeback announcement by unveiling through their official Facebook account an album image, which includes the illustrated faces of the five members of Big Star. They also released a tracklist… Continue reading Big Star to Comeback with Mini Album “Hangout,” Releases Tracklist
Yuri and Lee Jong Suk Are Playful and Close on Set for “No Breathing”
Girls’ Generation‘s Yuri and Lee Jong Suk‘s close friendship is becoming a hot topic. On July 25, Yuri posted on her Instagram, “I met Park Soo Ha while filming for ‘No Breathing.’ Did you read my mind too?” In the photo, Yuri and Lee Jong Suk are posing closely side by side. In one photo,… Continue reading Yuri and Lee Jong Suk Are Playful and Close on Set for “No Breathing”
[Soompi Shop] Autographed Miss A “Touch” Special Packages!
Hi Soompiers! Soompi Shop is excited to bring you two exclusive miss A packages! The first package includes miss A’s mini-album “Touch,” a T-shirt designed by member Jia, a card autographed by Jia, and four HQ pictures of miss A members! The second package includes two items: miss A mini-album “Touch,” and four HQ pictures. There are two designs of the Jia T-shirts available to choose… Continue reading [Soompi Shop] Autographed Miss A “Touch” Special Packages!
Supreme Team’s Best Songs – A Last Look Back
Supreme Team is over? Done? The end? Finito? Did Simon D and E-Sens really say good-bye to their ‘Excellent Adventure’? If you cannot bear to say good-bye to Supreme Team without one last look back, this is the article for you. Click through the gallery for a retrospective on Supreme Team’s slickest, smoothest, sexiest,… Continue reading Supreme Team’s Best Songs – A Last Look Back