Psy has been named the Korean foreigners would most want to meet, beating several well-known Korean figures. Travel agency Cosmojin Tour ran a survey on August 23 and 24 asking 150 foreigners who they most wanted to meet in Korea. According to Cosmojin Tours, Psy raked in 56% of the votes, taking home the title.… Continue reading Psy Named Korean Figure Foreigners Most Want to Meet
Tag: Gangnam Style
Britney Wants to Learn How to “Gangnam Style”
From T-Pain, Josh Groban to Katy Perry, Psy’s “Gangnam Style” has been catching the attention of many renowned American artists, and the recognition does not stop there. No other than American pop icon Britney Spears has joined the list, and is taking her turn to show interest. On August 29, Britney Spears posted on her… Continue reading Britney Wants to Learn How to “Gangnam Style”
Top 5 U.S. Media Coverage of PSY’s “Gangnam Style”
PSY’s “Gangnam Style” has swept the world as one of the most sensational music videos ever to be produced in K-Pop history. In a little over a month since its release, “Gangnam Style” has amassed over 60 million views on YouTube, not to mention countless press coverage from U.S. media. In this article, we’d like… Continue reading Top 5 U.S. Media Coverage of PSY’s “Gangnam Style”
PSY Introduced as “Korean Ricky Martin”
PSY was introduced as the “Korean Ricky Martin” on a popular U.S. talk show. During a recent episode of Channel E! “Chelsea Lately,” the show’s comedian host Chelsea Handler gave a closing remark involving PSY and his smash hit single “Gangnam Style.” She said, “He is a revolutionary musician, dancer, and sex symbol – he… Continue reading PSY Introduced as “Korean Ricky Martin”
PSY’s Past Hit “Champion” Accused of Being Racist
PSY‘s hit song “Champion” is under accusations of being racist because of its lyrics. The singer has been receiving a lot of attention after his latest single “Gangnam Style” went viral and gained worldwide exposure through prestigious American media outlet such as CNN, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Time and was also featured… Continue reading PSY’s Past Hit “Champion” Accused of Being Racist
Photos of “When PSY Was Skinny” Surface Online
Recently, old photos of PSY under the title, “When PSY Was Skinny,” surfaced on online community boards, giving a glimpse into what the star singer/rapper looked like in the past. The photos are screenshots of a 2006 video from MBC’s variety show “Happiness in 10,000 Won.” The video is part of Lee Jung Hyun’s segment… Continue reading Photos of “When PSY Was Skinny” Surface Online
YGE Gives Latest Update on PSY-Bieber Collaboration
YG Entertainment’s chairman Yang Hyun Suk gave the latest update on PSY’s on-going talks with Justin Bieber’s representative, Scooter Braun. On August 22, Yang Hyun Suk, better known as YG, spoke with local media Dispatch, and said, “PSY has met with Scooter Braun and their talks have gone well so far. I can’t really reveal… Continue reading YGE Gives Latest Update on PSY-Bieber Collaboration
PSY Receives Offer from Justin Bieber’s Agency
PSY has received a contract offer from Justin Bieber’s agency! Local media quoted a person familiar with the situation as saying, “We heard PSY received an offer from Scooter Braun, the person who’s in charge of Justin Bieber’s management, to release a single in the U.S. They are discussing the details for a possible contract.”… Continue reading PSY Receives Offer from Justin Bieber’s Agency
Katy Perry Tweets about “Gangnam Style,” Psy Responds Back
On August 21, American popstar Katy Perry joined the on-going “Gangnam Style” craze, tweeting, “Help, I’m in a gangnam style k hole.” She also attached a link to the music video to her 25 million Twitter followers. The highly addictive and fun music video has been the latest Youtube sensation, gaining tremendous media and public… Continue reading Katy Perry Tweets about “Gangnam Style,” Psy Responds Back
Seo In Young Tops Music Charts with “Anymore”
Seo In Young released new song “Anymore” on August 20 at noon KST. The song topped most online music charts almost instantly after its release. As Seo In Young topped major music charts, she dragged down Psy‘s invincible “Gangnam Style” to the second place and proved herself as the best female solo artist out there… Continue reading Seo In Young Tops Music Charts with “Anymore”