Tag: SM Entertainment

Teddy Riley Vows to Block Negative Netizens

Say what? After addressing netizens who tweeted himi negative comments about SNSD, the producer has decided to “mute” them. After addressing netizens who tweeted him negative comments about SNSD, the producer has decided to “mute” them. It has been a back and forth struggle this year between Wonderfuls and SONEs when it comes to Teddy Riley. With the debut of SNSD’s “The Boys” and the Wonder Girls impending comeback, recent tweets have only added fuel to the K-Pop storm. The famous music man returned to twitter to send his anti-fans a message.

Teddy Riley Responds to Online Haters

SNSD brings the haters out? Producer Teddy Riley is not feeling the K-Pop on his Twitter account. On the heels of the Wonder Girls teasers and impending comeback, haters rushed to Twitter to send some more than hurtful tweets the famed producer’s way.

SM Entertainment Responds to SNSD’s "Tired Look" During MTV Interview

SM Entertainment released a statement in response to the concerns raised on the health of SNSD, in particular Taeyeon and YoonA, during their recent MTV interview. SNSD was in the news a lot lately, not only for their recent success but because netizens have noticed that the girls looked extremely tired, especially during their MTV interview.

SM Entertainment Artists to Appear on MAMA

SM Entertainment and Mnet were engaged in a cold war. SM had accused Mnet and Mnet Media of having illegally using their content. Because this was a breach of contract, SM Entertainment did not allow Mnet to feature their songs. However, many in the music industry pointed at different reasons for their “cold war.” SM Entertainment had issue with Mnet “M Countdown” and its rating system. Afterwards, SM Entertainment stated that its singers would not appear on the Mnet Asian Music Awards. Then, Mnet invited JYJ to their Mnet Asian Music Awards when JYJ had contractual problems with SM Entertainment.

K-Pop Groups Debuting in the US: Will K-Pop Lose Its Essence?

American market can be harsh for artists that offer something different. So what if K-Pop groups start debuting in the US? Will anything change? Will they lose what makes them so special to K-Pop fans? Is it really a good idea?…

SNSD Billboards All Over the World

From New York to Tokyo, SNSD billboards are all over the world. Currently, SNSD is promoting their new album globally. Their teaser clips for “The Boys” is appearing in major cities worldwide. “The Boys” teaser appeared in New York Times Square, Tokyo’s Shibuya, Shinjuku, Harajuku, Beijing’s Wangfujing, and Seoul’s Kangnam. SNSD is the first Korean girl group to promote in four different countries at the same time.

Harmful Media Status for SM the Ballad’s “Tomorrow..” Removed

SM the Ballad’s “Tomorrow…” had originally received a harmful media status by the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family (Herefater, MOGEF) because the lyrics contained a reference to “alcohol.” On October 14, the MOGEF stated that “SM the Ballad’s ‘I Miss You too Much’ had received a harmful media status but after the lawsuit and the Supreme Court’s decision, we have removed the harmful media status.” On August 25, SM Entertainment’s lawsuit against the MOGEF was decided in SM Entertainment’s favor. “SM the Ballad” was SM Entertainment’s project group made up of, Super Junior’s Kyuhyun, SHINee’s Jong Hyun, Trax’ Jay, and JINO. After about 50 days since the court decision the Ministry of Gender Equality has made the official announcement.