On September 25, Forbes Magazine published an interesting article questioning whether PSY would be able to sustain his global popularity that started from his viral hit music video, “Gangnam Style.” The writer, Dorothy Pomerantz, who’s also in charge of the Forbes’ Celebrity 100 List, argued that YouTube has seen countless “one-hit-wonders” in the past and… Continue reading Forbes: PSY Could Be the Next Justin Bieber or the Next Rebecca Black
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Yang Hyun Suk: “For Psy’s American Debut, Money Isn’t the Main Concern”
“Money is not the main concern,” said Yang Hyun Suk (also known as YG) of YG Entertainment. With all the exciting news regarding Psy‘s advancement into the American music market, he remained calm and assertive. He said, “It’s a matter of discretion. We are going to have to be careful in dealing with what is… Continue reading Yang Hyun Suk: “For Psy’s American Debut, Money Isn’t the Main Concern”
PSY and Scooter Braun Share a Glass of Soju in New Video
On September 4, YG Entertainment posted a video of PSY and Scooter Braun sharing a glass of Soju, following their successful business meeting in the U.S. Scooter Braun, looking slightly buzzed in the video, starts the video with a speech that says, “So me and PSY here, we’ve been hanging out in California for 4… Continue reading PSY and Scooter Braun Share a Glass of Soju in New Video
Psy Signs with U.S. Record Label Island Records
On September 4, Psy’s representative announced that Psy signed a contract with U.S. record label Island Records which gives Island Records exclusive international publishing rights and management over Psy. Island Records is owned by Universal Music Group and represents world-renowned stars including Mariah Carey, Melissa Ethridge, Jennifer Lopez, Justin Bieber, The Killers, Snow Patrol, and… Continue reading Psy Signs with U.S. Record Label Island Records
PSY Sets Another New Record – Ranks #1 on “Billboard Social 50”
PSY has set another new record, ranking #1 on Billboard’s Social 50 chart this week. Other artists ranked below PSY include One Direction, Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Rihanna, and Katy Perry. Billboard describes its Social 50 chart as “A ranking of the most active artists on the world’s leading social networking sites. Artists’ popularity is… Continue reading PSY Sets Another New Record – Ranks #1 on “Billboard Social 50”
PSY Gives Justin Bieber a Drinking Lesson
On August 29, PSY gave an interview to SBS “One Night of TV Entertainment” and revealed that he’s given Justin Bieber a drinking lesson during his recent trip to the U.S. After saying that a lot of discussion went back and forth regarding his U.S. debut, PSY jokingly said, “One thing that you should be… Continue reading PSY Gives Justin Bieber a Drinking Lesson
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
PSY Visits Dodger Stadium in L.A., 50,000 Fans Greet Him
PSY made a surprise visit to Dodger Stadium in L.A., receiving a “Horse Dance” ovation from over 50,000 fans in attendance. On August 20, PSY watched the game between the L.A. Dodgers and San Francisco Giants from the seats behind 1st base. Scooter Braun, the representative of Justin Bieber, is reported to have accompanied him to… Continue reading PSY Visits Dodger Stadium in L.A., 50,000 Fans Greet Him
7 Most Surprising Overseas Collaborations in K-Pop!
Earlier this week, it was reported that PSY would be flying to L.A to meet with Justin Bieber and his representative Scooter Braun. Not much details have been revealed regarding their potential collaboration yet, but fans around the world are closely following the situation to see what the two artists are planning for, as this… Continue reading 7 Most Surprising Overseas Collaborations in K-Pop!