Girls’ Generation to release ‘The Boys’ in France

Following the American release of their latest album, ‘The Boys‘, Girls’ Generation will now be bringing ‘The Boys’ to France!

On February 7th, a representative from SM Entertainment revealed, “Girls’ Generation will officially be releasing their album, ‘The Boys’, through Universal Music Group’s Polydor Records.”
They continued, “We got confirmation of Girls’ Generation’s potential at last year’s SMTOWN Live in Paris concert.”

Girls’ Generation’s release of their album in Europe is a large step for the Korean music industry. It’s being reported that while co-ed group Koreana had released a single through Polydor Records in France back in 1970, Girls’ Generation are the first Korean singers to release a formal album in Europe.

The girl group recently took off for Paris to attend a music event at the Bercy stadium in Paris.

Source: Joynews24, Newsen, Chosun.com

Jaejoong 'JYJ' So the President Invited Guest Country in Turkey

Tuesday, 02/07/2012 17:50 pm

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Jakarta - Boyband TVXQ once again proved its popularity in the international world. Jaejoong one of its personnel were invited by the president of Turkey to the Presidential Palace.

Jaejoong was invited as a guest of the country by Turkish President Abdullah Gul who invited South Korean President Lee Myung Bak. President of Turks want to talk about the Hallyu Wave has also hit Turkey.

President Abdullah was then asked a representative Kpop star to be invited to sit down and eat dinner. Jaejoong was selected by the Korean government.

"Among the Korean singer, we invite Kim Jaejoong of the popular group TVXQ. We hope the event can contribute to the Turkish and Korean cultural exchange," said a spokeswoman for the cultural center of Korea Kpop Turkish Daily News reported on Tuesday (07/02/2012) .

Besides visiting the presidential palace, Jaejoong also held a fan meeting for 600 lucky fans. The event was held in Ankara was also attended by presidents of both countries.

SNSD Want to Have a Private Aircraft

Tuesday, 02/07/2012 18:42 pm

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Jakarta - a solid schedule and move the location of a gig in various countries around the world become so common for classmates SNSD girlband. They also hope to have a private plane.

That desire does not seem excessive. Because, SNSD is going through their world tour in the series '2011 Girls 'Generation Tour'.

"Because of touring the world is undergoing, it would be nice if we had a private plane," said Taeyeon, Seohyun, Hyoyeon, and Sooyoung in JTBC program 'News 10' Kpop reported by the Daily News, Tuesday (02/07/2012).

They also wanted a private plane because a while ago, Jessica was sitting in the picture plane in a tabloid publication circulated in China. The photo is considered to be excessive and violated the privacy of personnel SNSD ninth.

"Some time ago, our photos are resting on the plane appeared in the tabloids. If we have a plane alone, we can rest in peace without worrying about anything," they continued.

Big Bang to hold ‘ALIVE TOUR 2012′ around the world through Live Nation!

We’ve just been informed that Big Bang will be holding their very first world tour, titled ‘ALIVE TOUR 2012‘ this year through Live Nation.

Fans will finally have their wishes come true, as the 5-member boy band will make various stops at different cities. Our sources at YG Entertainment have informed us that Big Bang will perform in 25 cities in 16 countries.

From March 2nd to the 4th, Big Bang will open their world tour in the Seoul Olympic Park Gymnastic Stadium. Following these shows, the group will tour 16 countries, 25 cities, in Asia, North America, South America, and Europe.

By working with Live Nation, the tour will be brought to a higher level in terms of the scale of directing. As Live Nation has helped world tours for Madonna and U2, Big Bang is the first Asian singers to earn the help of Live Nation with the joint investment and production team. Live Nation is recently a promotion agent for K-pop singers in 1-2 regions in America and Europe.

Live Nation’s president, Alan Ridgeway, stated, “We are very happy that we are working with YG Entertainment and Big Bang to show [our work] to worldwide K-pop fans. If this performance is a good starting point for the Korea branch we established last December, we expect it to contribute to the K-pop fever expansion.”

It’s been confirmed that the producer Laurieann Gibson will be taking the lead position as director. Laurieann Gibson is a well-known director, choreographer, actress, and creative director. She is known most recently for directing Lady Gaga‘s ‘The Monster Ball Tour’, in addition to choreographing “Poker Face”, “Judas”, and “Telephone”. She has also worked with top stars like Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Beyonce, and Katy Perry.

In addition, stage/lighting designer, Leroy Bennett, will help put in his efforts for the world tour as he has previously worked with Madonna, Paul McCartney, and Eagles. In addition, Ken Van Druten will work as the sound director, who has previosuly helped Eminem, J-Jay, and Linkin Park.  The visual contents producing team, Possible Productions, will also join in preparing for Big Bang’s World Tour.

YG Entertainment relayed, “We are in the process of preparing the world’s best concert with the best production team to equal the anticipation of the world fans who are waiting for the first concert they will get to meet Big Bang … With the newly released album and the starting of the worldd tour, you will be able to confirm Big Bang’s maturity and skill.”

More information on the world tour will be released in the future, so stay tuned to allkpop for more details!
Source: YG Entertainment

Why did Sunny threaten to throw YoonA down the stairs?

On the February 5th episode of JTBC ‘Girls’ Generation and Dangerous Teens‘, a mock trial was held to settle the fight between Kim Hee Hoon & Park Kyung Kyu.
Girls’ Generation member YoonA admitted that, because of her overly playful personality, her fellow members have gotten annoyed with her on several occasions.
She shared that once, all the exhausted girls were sleeping backstage at a music program, but YoonA decided she wanted to pester Sunny with her aegyo.
In her tired state, Sunny responded to Yoona by threatening, “I’m going to push you down the stairs!”
Sunny was a bit taken aback and tried to throw Yuri under the bus with her saying Yuri was furious too, but Yuri remarked, “I don’t remember,“leaving Sunny in a hilariously embarrassing and defenseless situation.


 

Source & Image : KJ Today via Nate, AsiaToday via Nate

Grab The Look: MBLAQ’s “This is War”

Idol group MBLAQ made a comeback with their new song, ”This is War“, a powerful and dark piece that resonates with themes of betrayal and hostile anger. To reflect that, MBLAQ’s stage costumes are equally dark and aggressive, utilizing a hint of military inspiration.
It’s a very dramatic look with leather and feathers, so can it be worn on the street?
The key to wearing an all-over dark outfit is mixing textures or tonal patterns to give the look depth and interest. Keeping a sharp eye on proportion is also important in creating a flattering effect; you want to avoid losing your figure by wearing pieces that are too big or swathe your silhouette entirely.
A loose destroyed top with metallic accents paired with subtly printed skinny jeans is a great way to keep proportion in check. A killer jacket with lots of personality is the key item for this look and will turn jealous heads. Add a strong pair of shoes with buckles, studs, leather, or tonal print to supply ‘edginess’ to the outfit. Finish with some metallic armor-inspired accessories to tie everything together!
Below are a few suggestions on how to achieve your own “This is War” look with tips on where to put the most money and where to save.

Grab the Look: Taeyeon’s street fashion in New York

Last week, all eyes were on Girls’ Generation as they won over New York City with their performances on ‘The Late Show with David Letterman‘ and ‘Live! with Kelly‘. Their U.S. fan meeting at Best Buy in Union Square drew well over 1,000 fans, resulting in a complete store shutdown.
What caught the attention of many fans were the girls’ polished NYC fashion. Leader Taeyeon in particular drew eyes with this chic ensemble that showed off her lean legs. The look is a cosmopolitan blend of ‘tomboy-meets-flirt’, and it’d be perfect to wear to class or for an afternoon date.
Here’s a breakdown of her outfit so you can re-create her look!

(All example clothing items can be found on zipia.net.)

Taeyeon has layered a beige, polka dotted blouse with a cable knit sweater. The peter pan collar adds a fresh, girlish charm that prevents this layered combination from looking too prim. Wear this with lace-overlayed black shorts and a long, dark, double-breasted blazer jacket for a sophisticated polish.

As for accessories, choose a gold-accented, black leather bag and lace-up tan boots. Go with natural makeup and a high, romantic ponytail to “grab the look”!

   Image Source: Sports Chosun via Naver

Luna 'f (x)' & Jiyeon 'T-ara' Leave the school bench

Tuesday, 02/07/2012 16:01 pm

 

Jakarta - This year there are some Korean idol who will leave high school. Among these are the two personnel girlband Luna 'f (x)' and Jiyeon 'T-ara'.

Luna attend school graduation procession Lila Seoul Arts High School today, Tuesday (07/02/2012). Unfortunately, Jiyeon classmates could not attend because it was in Paris, France for KBS 'Music Bank'.

Luna looks with her ​​school uniform and hair tied in two. He appeared like an ordinary school children and not wearing make up.

"After graduation, I will talk as much as possible with my friends. I am sad to part with them. This is a new beginning, I had to work hard in all areas from now on," said Luna in AllKPop Star News reported on Tuesday (7/2 / 2012).

After graduating Luna will continue studying Drama and Cinema Chung Ang University. The selected universities are many celebrities such as actor Kim Bum, Park Shin Hye, Seungri 'Big Bang', and Yuri 'SNSD'.

World Tour, Big Bang wear Lady Gaga Concert Producer

Tuesday, 02/07/2012 14:02 pm

 

 

Jakarta - Big Bang is ready for VIP (call for the fans) all over the world in the 'Big Bang Alive Tour 2012'. Agency YG Entertainment's best team was preparing for a tour of the world's first Big Bang.

YG Entertainment Live Nation to hook into all the promoters of their concerts to be held in 25 cities and 16 countries. Such as not enough, they also worked with producer Laurieann Gibson.

Laurieann didapuk show director for all the Big Bang concert. Canadian woman known as the show director, choreographer, actress, and creative director.

He was popular with his work in concert Lady Gaga 'The Monster Ball Tour'. Laurieann also handling the choreography 15 songs including Lady Gaga 'Just Dance', 'Bad Romance', and 'Born This Way'.

Together Gaga, Laurieann also a video clip director 'Judas' and 'You and I'. In addition, he also worked with Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Beyonce Knowles, and Katy Perry.

Then for the lighting designer, Leroy Bennett who once worked with Madonna, Paul McCartney, and the Eagles will take part. While the sound director will be held by Ken Van Druten who used to work with Eminem, J-Jay, and Linkin Park.

Promoters Attract Big Bang Madonna and U2 for the World Tour

Tuesday, 02/07/2012 12:55 pm

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Jakarta - In this 2012 concert Big Bang ready worldwide. In the title 'Big Bang Alive Tour 2012' Big Bang was working with a promoter who used to deal with international artists.

No responsibility, the singer of the group 'Love Song'itu hook to hold all Live Nation concerts. Live Nation is known as a promoter who used to deal with a world tour.

Live Nation is the first time intervened to Kpop artists. Previously they had handled tours for international artists such as Michael Jackson among others, Madonna, and U2.

Live Nation boss Alan Ridgewat said he was happy to take part in the Big Bang concert. They expressed readiness to deploy worldwide Kpop fever.

"We are very pleased to be working with YG Entertainment, and Big Bang to show the results of our work on Kpop fans in the world. If all goes well, our branch office in Korea is ready to contribute to the spread of fever in the Kpop world," said Alan reported AllKPop, Tuesday (07/02/2012).