On October 8, a press conference for “K-Pop Star Season 3” was held in Seoul. The show’s producer, Park Sung Hun and veteran judges, Yang Hyun Suk (YG) and Park Jin Young (JYP), attended the event along with new judge, Yoo Hee Yeol. It was announced Yoo Hee Yeol will replace BoA as the new… Continue reading “K-Pop Star” Announces Changes, Replaces BoA with Yoo Hee Yeol as Judge
Tag: YG Entertainment
Meeting Between YG and C-JeS Entertainment CEOs Draws Attention
With the recent mergers between and/or reorganization in various entertainment agencies (e.g. SM C&C with Woollim, JYP Entertainment with JYP, and Loen Entertainment labels), any movement between the major figures in the entertainment industry is likely to draw attention. One such movement is creating quite a buzz, with local news agency Sports Donga reporting on the meeting… Continue reading Meeting Between YG and C-JeS Entertainment CEOs Draws Attention
Third Season of “K-Pop Star” Looks Uncertain, SM Entertainment Plans to Back Out?
The third season for popular audition program “K-Pop Star” is already underway, yet has reached a potential huge obstacle- SM Entertainment might back out from the program. The audition program is a collaboration between the “Big Three,” a coined term for the three prevalent entertainment companies in the industry- JYP, SM, and YG. On October… Continue reading Third Season of “K-Pop Star” Looks Uncertain, SM Entertainment Plans to Back Out?
Which Team Won the Public Vote in the First Battle of YG’s “WIN”?
The results are in. YG Entertainment‘s reality survival show “WIN: Who Is Next?” through which the agency’s next boy group to debut will be decided, has finally reach the battle stages. The first battle between Team A and Team B was aired this past Friday, in which the judges, composed of Big Bang, 2NE1, and… Continue reading Which Team Won the Public Vote in the First Battle of YG’s “WIN”?
YG Entertainment Files Charges Against Longtime Troublemaker
The list of celebrities and related organizations taking action against malicious netizens is growing. Following singer IU and actress Lee Young Ae who recently filed charges against netizens who attacked them with false and harmful rumors, YG Entertainment, home to artists like Big Bang and 2NE1, has also filed charges against a netizen who has… Continue reading YG Entertainment Files Charges Against Longtime Troublemaker
Will Justin Bieber Perform With G-Dragon and PSY?
Mega pop star Justin Bieber recently dropped hints about a possible joint performance with guests G-Dragon and PSY. On September 19, the Canadian pop star tweeted, “Excited to get to Korea to perform on October 10th. Maybe u will see my guys @psy_oppa and @IBGDRGN. Get the bbq ready. #BELIEVETOUR” It was reported that G-Dragon… Continue reading Will Justin Bieber Perform With G-Dragon and PSY?
Big Bang to Release New Song in October
On September 16, a higher up at YG Entertainment revealed to Star News, “Big Bang will start its Japanese Dome Tour starting from this November. The group will release a new song before beginning the tour and will promote the track simultaneously in Korea and Japan.” The official continued, “Big Bang’s newest track will be… Continue reading Big Bang to Release New Song in October
JYP Explains How His Agency is Different from YG and SM Entertainment
JYP (Park Jin Young), who made his tenth album comeback, recently recorded his guest appearance on KBS’ “Yoo Hee Yeol’s Sketchbook,” and during the talk segment, he discussed what he saw as the differences between what are called the three top entertainment agencies in Korea: JYP, YG, and SM Entertainment. JYP responded, “YG’s style is… Continue reading JYP Explains How His Agency is Different from YG and SM Entertainment
2NE1’s Minzy Gifted Parents With a House During Her Teens
2NE1’s maknae is drawing attention for her filial duties. On September 8, Minzy appeared as a guest on KBS’s “Mamma Mia” along with her mother as well as a select number of idols. MC Lee Young Ja asked, “How’s the contract [with YG Entertainment]?” Minzy’s mother replied with a smile, “Minzy bought us a house… Continue reading 2NE1’s Minzy Gifted Parents With a House During Her Teens
Mother of 2NE1’s Minzy Asks Papa YG to Send Daughter Out on More Variety Shows
Minzy’s mom sends YG Entertainment’s CEO a video letter pleading to let her daughter appear on more variety shows. On September 8, Minzy and her mother made an appearance on KBS’s variety talk show “Mamma Mia” during the special “Korea’s representative idols” episode. MC Lee Young Ja asked, “YG’s CEO said that Minzy dances and… Continue reading Mother of 2NE1’s Minzy Asks Papa YG to Send Daughter Out on More Variety Shows