Blond Male Idols: An (Incomplete) Overview

The ultimate K-Pop makeover includes not only outrageous clothing and a sleek physique, but a bottle of peroxide to use liberally in one’s hair. Although we’re not quite sure why a blond mane or mop is considered an indispensable component of the K-Pop image, we suspect it has to do with the way that yellow hair really stands out among all the raven black heads in Korea. And we all know that K-Pop stars like to look as unique as possible, so a stand-out hairstyle is a necessity!

Songs Impossible to Listen to with a Straight Face Anymore Because of K-Pop: Batch 6

Welcome back, Soompiers, to the sixth batch of "Songs Impossible to Listen to with a Straight Face Anymore Because of K-Pop." Today is a SNSD’s "Tell Me Your Wish/Genie" special. "Tell Me Your Wish" has been one of the most parodied songs during the past couple of years, and many of you have made suggestions of other celebrities and their unique rendition of the song. Enjoy.

Dream High Will Begin Broadcasting on Japanese Public Television

Japanese "Dream High" fans rejoice, your show wil now be available on public television! On July 29th, “Dream High” will be broadcast on Japanese TBS TV. “Dream High” had previously been broadcast on Japanese cable television through Sky Perfect TV’s “DATV” however this is the first time that the drama appeared on cable television. Dream High will appear on public television in Japan every Monday through Friday at 10 am.

Taecyeon Reunites with His First Love: “Already Proposed to Her with Mom’s Wedding Ring”?!

2PM’s Taecyeon, along with Wooyoung, reunited with their first loves in the upcoming episode of SBS’s “Dalgona.” During the show, Taecyeon revealed that he had proposed in the past when he was an elementary student to his first love with his mother’s ring, just like Prince William did to Dutchess Catherine.

2PM Previews Junsu’s and Junho’s Songs in New Album

In addition to video teaser up on June 15th in anticipation of the “Hands Up” album release, 2PM also spoke to Cyworld music fans with a short message. In the video, 2PM reveals that members Junsu and Junho have written songs included in the album. Junsu’s song is called “HOT,” Junho’s is titled “Give It To Me.” The two newly minted songwriters sang a few lines as a preview.