[NEWS] G-Dragon is not ranked #1 in copyright income, only an exaggeration

G-Dragon’s copyright income from songs was confirmed to be an exaggeration.

An official from the Korean Music Copyright Association said in a phone call with Star Daily News, “It’s not true that G-Dragon is ranked #1 in terms of copyright income. This matter became such a big topic that it was researched and confirmed that this claim is exaggerated.”

He continued, “Absolute information concerning copyrights cannot be disclosed because there’s no way of knowing. the specific income ranking of copyright holders. “

Last May on Mnet’s “Beatles Code” Seungri revealed, “G-Dragon is currently considered #1 in the Copyright Association. He even ranks higher than composer Cho Young Soo.”

In the end it was found out that Cho Young Su has 426 songs registered under the Copyright Association, 4 times more than G-Dragon who has 107.

Source: news.mk
Translation: alee@ibigbang

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[News] G-Dragon gets paid more than composer Jo Yeong Soo for copyright of his songs

On the July 13 episode of MBC’s Goldfish- Radio Star, B2ST’s Jun Hyung was revealed to be the highest-income member of his group. When asked about the pay he gets for composing a song, Jun Hyung said, “It’s more than enough.”

But it turns out that Big Bang’s G-Dragon gets paid more than Jun Hyung.

In April, Big Bang’s youngest member Seungri mentioned that his group’s lasting life on TV is due to its high income. He said, “I strongly believe that it’s more stable for a group to live a long life on TV if it gets extra income other than simply giving performances on the stage. G-Dragon gets paid for copyright of songs he has composed, T.O.P does movies or drama series, and Taeyang releases his solo album and does concerts. I also wanted to have a fixed income other than Big Bang to keep my career stable, so I’m managing ‘Seungri Academy’ for would-be singers.”

Seungri’s saying made viewers curious of how much it would cost for G-Dragon to compose a song. Soon enough, Seungri revealed G-Dragon’s income in a specific number.

On May 12, Seungri said on M. net’s Beatles Code, “G-Dragon gets paid the highest in the field of composing songs. He even gets paid more than composer Jo Yeong Soo. There are about 120 songs listed in G-Dragon’s name. He has written songs for Big Bang, as well as his own solo album, Taeyang, 2NE1 and Uhm Jung Hwa.”

Source Daum

Translated by Hanna

[News] Emcee Eunjung cries when T-ara gets first place

On the 14th T-ara placed first place on M. net’s M Count Down with its song “Roly Poly.”

T-ara’s Eunjung was emcee of the day and said, “I had to announce first place because I was emcee that day. I couldn’t help but break in tears when I announced the name of my group, T-ara, the top ranking. We’ll definitely work harder to live up to this prize.”

Boram said, “I couldn’t believe that we got first place. I’m so happy.”

Qri added, “I really wanted to be on first place with “Roly Poly,” and I’m so excited that it really came true.”

The song “Roly Poly” is about just what it sounds like. It’s about bouncing back up when things are difficult, never giving up.

T-ara has successfully closed its first show case in Japan and is to release first single on September 5.

Source Nate by Hanna@Korea.com

[News] Boyfriend making viewer forget the heat, with their smile

National Pet-dol','National Boyfriend-dol' as nickname for Boyfriend who make Noonas heart go thump thump.

On KBS2 'Music Bank' today episode Boyfriend perform with remix version of their first mini-album tittle track 'Boyfriend'.

Today, Boyfriend showed unique and youthful choreography and the cute eye-smile. Fans shouting with chic stage presence. Especially when Boyfriend own heat energy of the fans it was a drug that hard to forget.

Boyfriend's debut song 'Boyfriend' is the work of Brave Brother and Urban R&B works as sophisticated rhythms.

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[NEWS] The GRACE-DANA&SUNDAY’s Addictive Dance and Unique Lyric of ‘One More Chance(나 좀 봐줘)’ Became the Talk of the Town!

The GRACE-DANA&SUNDAY’s Addictive Dance and Unique Lyric of ‘One More Chance(나 좀 봐줘)’ Became the Talk of the Town!

The GRACE-DANA&SUNDAY who made a comeback with the digital single ‘One More Chance (나 좀 봐줘)’ has been attracting the attention with addictive dance and unique lyric.

As The GRACE-DANA&SUNDAY gave comeback stages through public TV music programs last week and began performing in earnest, they’ve caught the eyes of music fans by showing off their charismatic and powerful performance as well as their outstanding singing ability.

Especially, dancing performances such as ‘One More Chance dance: drawing a circle with an index finger on the opposite palm,’ ‘Wing dance: flapping both arms like a wing,’ ‘Chair dance: highlighting Sunday’s shapely legs’ are well matched with the electronic dance music that has sophisticated beats so it has been doubled The GRACE-DANA&SUNDAY’s charm.

In addition, the lyric of ‘One More Chance(나 좀 봐줘),’ which tells a secret story of today’s single ladies, gained popularity by appealing to women.

Meanwhile, The GRACE-DANA&SUNDAY is scheduled to give fancy performance of ‘One More Chance(나 좀 봐줘)’ by appearing on ‘M.net Mcountdown(today), ‘KBS Music Bank(7/15),’ ‘MBC Show! Music Core(7/17),’ ‘SBS Inkigayao(7/17),’ and more other music programs.

SOURCE: SMTOWN @FACEBOOK

[News/Photos] Meet After School Boys!

Earlier today pictures revealing members of the upcoming group After School Boys were uploaded to online communities. These pictures gained a lot of interest from netizens since there is only a small amount of information available about the group.

In the pictures we can see five boys in Pledis’ practice room posing cutely with their manager/trainer. Pledis has stated they are thinking of debuting with a “5-6 Member Group” and then the After School Boys will follow After School’s ‘Admission/Graduation’ system and ‘enroll’ more members.

The already known members of the group Jonghyun who previously rapped for U-ie’s solo song “SokSokSok” and Dongho who was feaured in After School’s Music Video for “Play Ur Love” can be seen along with three fresh new faces.

The Group is Set To Debut at the end of the year

Source: Elite Rebels

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[News] Girls' Generation Release First Japanese Album in South Korea

Girls’ Generation’s self-titled first Japanese album was recently launched in South Korea. On July 13th, various music sites like Bugs and MelOn participated in the releasing of songs from the album, leading to increasing interest from fans in the country.

The album was initially introduced in Japan on June 1st. Not long after, the girls earned the title of having the bestselling album for an international artist in the first week of its release. They also charted first in Oricon’s Weekly chart and subsequently second in Oricon’s Monthly chart for June. Their explosive popularity was further highlighted when their album was recognized as "Double Platinum" by the Recording Industry Association of Japan, also known as RIAJ, after the album sold more than 500,000 copies.

The first Japanese album consists of twelve different tracks, including the Japanese versions of hit singles “Gee”, “Run Devil Run” and “Hoot”, as well as popular tracks like “MR. TAXI” and “THE GREAT ESCAPE”. Girls’ Generation will also finally embark on a domestic tour this year in South Korea on July 23rd and 24th at the Seoul Olympic Stadium.

Source: Newsen
Written by: shizzles9@soshified.com

[NEWS] ‘BeatBurger’ Shim, Jaewon - Hwang, Sanghoon and ‘TRAX’ Jungmo will Attend ‘JISAN ROCK FESTIVAL’ on 31st

‘BeatBurger’ Shim, Jaewon - Hwang, Sanghoon and ‘TRAX’ Jungmo will Attend ‘JISAN ROCK FESTIVAL’ on 31st

‘TRAX’ Jungmo and DJ performance team BeatBurger, consisted of ex-members of ‘BlackBeat’ Shim, Jaewon & Hwang, Sanghoon will attend the ‘2001 JISAN VALLEY ROCK FESTIVAL’ together on 31st.

BeatBurger and Jungmo are planning to feature DJing and performance with the guitar playing on the last day of ‘2001 JISAN VALLEY ROCK FESTIVAL’ which will be held at the JISAN FOREST RESORT located in Icheon, Gyeonggi for 3 days(7/29 ~ 31).

BeatBurger is a DJ performance team formed by Shim, Jaewon and Hwang, Sanghoon who are well known as performance directors in charge of dance directing and training for SM artists. They have been DJing at famous clubs such as club VERA since 2009 and receiving response from many fans.

And also, Jungmo formed a project group ‘M&D’ with Super Junior Heechul and he composed and arranged their digital single ‘뭘봐(Close Ur Mouth). In addition, he played the instruments and even was in charge of programming sound effects, so his musical talent has already been recognized.

Moreover, guitarist Joo, Seongmin from Korean famous rock bank, Schizo and popular rapper MC MQ will perform with BeatBurger and Jungmo by playing the guitar and featuring rap, so it is expected to heat up the festival with various attractions.

A member of BeatBurger, Shim, Jaewon revealed his ambition by saying “Since it’s a rock festival, we will show DJing that is fancier and more rocking than club stages.”

Meanwhile, besides BeatBurger and Jungmo, nationally and internationally renowned artists such as Chemical Brothers, Arctic Monkeys, Suede, Incubus, Jang Kiha and the Faces, Jaurim, etc. are scheduled to attend ‘2011 JISAN VALLEY ROCK FESTIVAL’ as well.

SOURCE: SMTOWN @FACEBOOK.

[News] Kim Jaejoong talking about JYJ’s new Korean album

Regarding their new Korean album, Kim Jaejoong says that they’re “still in the midst of preparing”.

However, he doesn’t give a definite answer for the album, “If there are good songs, we want to release the album soon, but I’m not sure if the release date is going to be within this year. We’re working on it at times.

” Moreover, he also says that they still haven’t had any plan of participating in “Protecting the Boss” OST yet.

Source: @kaojj64126
Translation: linhkawaii @ ONETVXQ.com
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[News] Jaejoong Falls Deep Into Directing; On Hyunjoong and Future Directing

JYJ’s Kim Jaejoong who has recently finished the world tour of two months has fallen deeply into the attractiveness of directing.

Kim Jaejoong relayed his thoughts at having finished the JYJ World Tour. About the past two months, Kim Jaejoong expressed in one sentence: “It was fun.”

Kim Jaejoong expressed his pride, saying: “After finishing (the world Tour) I was so thankful to the family of the company and the members and the staff and proud (of them). The songs that went on the concert were also mostly self-composed songs. As for the Asia Tour I had even taken charge of directing. Such a tour concert went even to the USA. Even though there were difficulties and troubles I felt that it was amazing and I was proud that such a large tour was accomplished without anyone’s help but with one’s own strength only.”

Through this World Tour Kim Jaejoong also debuted as a director. When asked which he prefers between acting and directing, he laughed, saying “When I am performing, it feels better to be directing.” Kim Jaejoong revealed: “The director (of Protect the Boss) is so amazing that I am learning the qualities of a director even in the drama. It seems that he takes himself to filing after he finishes all of his considerations. Even so, drama is drama and performing is performing and so I think each as its own appeal.”

Kim Jaejoong picked Bangkok, Thailand where he performed past April as the country that stayed the most in his mind among the JYJ World Tour Concert locations. Kim Jaejoong explained “I think it is that Bangkok is the place of the first concert after I took charge of directing. The responses of the fans were also positive and so I was extremely thankful.”

Director Kim Jaejoong also has desires/hopes to direct concerts and performances of other singers. Kim Jaejoong laughed it off, saying: “I do have interest in directing the concerts of idol groups similar to us. There was a time in which Kim Hyunjoong – he and I are of very close friendship – and I talked lightly in a private setting about releasing an album together and doing activities together. But Kim Hyunjoong also has a lot of desires/hopes on his own music and so I feel that he will say that he will direct it himself.”

He also recalled that he found the directing of Sohn Yeonjae’s rhythmic gymnastics gala show to be very pleasant. Kim Jaejoong said: “Miss Sohn Yeonjae was able to express even better what I intended to porrtay through directing.” Continuing, he expressed his pride, saying: “I think directing is a field that is more interesting and attractive the more you do it, truly. Of course I am at the level in which I am learning but I feel that my perspective upon the entirety of the performance is becoming larger. During JYJ concert rehearsals, I feel that I am standing on the stage not merely as a singer but that I, who is doing the stage directing behind the sight of the audience, am also becoming a part of our team, and that has been a source of pride.”

At the same time, Artist Kim Jaejoong did not give a definite answer as to a Korean-language album, saying that it is “currently being prepared” but also “I have doubts as to whether it will be possible to release it within this year even though I desire to immediately release songs when good songs come out. I am preparing it from time to time.” Further, as to whether he plans to participate in the OST of Protect the Boss he said that there are none “yet.” Kim Jaejoong left a pregnant but exponentially-increasing anticipation for the fans by saying: “There are no self-composed songs that I made for drama purposes and so it is difficult to participate right away. However if there is a suggestion (for me to participate) I will accept. If it is for the good of the drama.”

Source: Newsen

Translation Credit: JYJ3

[News] TVXQ appears on Japanese music shows in five months

According to TVXQ’s official Japanese fan club, TVXQ appears on Japanese music show Music Station.

TVXQ is returning to Japanese media in five months with the performance of their song “Superstar.”

TVXQ’s agency SM Entertainment says, “On July 20 TVXQ sings “Superstar” in Japan. The group has been focusing on activities in Korea for the first half of the year, so it couldn’t be seen in Japan for five months.”

TVXQ also appears on KBS 2TV’s K-Pop Festival- Music Bank on the 13th, which is held at Tokyo Dome, Japan.

Source Nate by Hanna@Korea.com

[News] T-ara’s Eunjung reveals her diet menu

T-ara’s Eunjung reveals her diet menu: Two eggs and a piece of toast

On the 12th, T-ara’s Eunjung tweeted two pictures with a comment, “I became interested in cooking recently. Well, breakfast is ready!”

In the pictures, Eunjung is winking with a piece of toast in one hand, and two eggs and some bananas are seen in the background.

Netizens comment: “Is it for Jang Woo?” “You look beautiful. You can cook, too?”

Eunjung appears on MBC’s We Got Married with actor Jang Woo as a married couple.

Source Nate by Hanna@Korea.com

[News] MBLAQ’s G.O expresses his desire to sing Yoo Young Jin’s “Ji Ae” on Immortal Song 2

In an interview, MBLAQ’s G.O. expressed his desire to sing the old song “Ji Ae,” written by Yoo Young Jin and released in 2001, when he appeared on the KBS singing competition show Immortal Song 2.

He said, “I think that the song is like a hidden treasure. If given a chance, I’ll try to sing the song on the stage.” When asked whether it’s hard to conduct new album-related activities and attend the competition together, he said, “It’s never a heavy burden on me. It’s actually not an easy challenge, but I also believe that there couldn’t be a better chance for me to meet fans this much close”

G.O also expressed his satisfaction in being involved in the competition: “I sometimes feel uncomfortable to think of the singing legends’ responses when they listened to their songs represented and sung by me, but I know the tension acts as a powerful stimulus for me. Thanks to the show, I seem to become a new singer equipped with a rapid reaction to changing situations and a high-level of confidence and experiences.”

On July 12, MBLAQ released its second mini-album, entitled the Mona Lisa, via major music-download sites.

By Pyo Jae-min (jmpyo@tvreport.co.kr)

Source: TVreport (Original article in Korean)
Photo from TVreport
Translated by Geum Jae / Korea.com

[News] Dara as Chun Li!!

On July 10, 2NE1’s Sandara Park performed “I Am The Best” in SBS’s Inkigayo with another special hairstyle, now Chun-Li’s, the character from Japanese fighting game Street Fighter.

In previous show, Park has already grabbed attention by her hairstyle similar to Vegeta’s from Dragon Ball.

To fit in their very distinctive song “I Am The Best,” 2NE1 members add their unusual taste in choreography, fashion and hairstyle to make the performance perfect.

Source Daum by Hanna@Korea.com

[NEWS] Paparazzi on set at Infinite L's Japanese Drama Filming, "Eye-Catching Blonde Hair"

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A paparazzi photo of Infinite member L's Japanese drama filming has been revealed.

Recently, on an online forum, paparazzi posted a photo of L's eye-catching blonde hair at the recording for his new Japanese drama "Jiu Police Department Special Search Criminal Investigation" that will air on TV Asahi.

Netizens who saw the photo sent their reactions, stating, "He's so cool, mysterious and dark," "I can hardly wait," "even just standing there, his nose and jawline set the mood" and "our L is so so handsome."

Meanwhile, the storyline for "Jiu Police Department Special Search Criminal Investigation" has 2 police detectives chasing Jiu after an unheard of, brutal killer arises. The first broadcast will be on July 29th.

[News] Rainbow, “We also became ambassadors"

Girl group Rainbow became the mascots of <2011 Seoul Character Licensing Fair>.

The Rainbow members met up with the representative Lee Jae Woong on the 7th at Samyang-dong, and Rainbow was inaugurated as the mascots of the <2011 Seoul Character Licensing Fair>.

Till the celebration ended, Rainbow attended the opening and they will try their best in promoting South Korea’s characters.

Lee In Sook stated “Rainbow’s approach towards South Korean characters are different to ours, they also have the qualification to be ambassadors because of the new hallyu wave.” and “We think that they will play a big role for this through this big national event.”

Rainbow’s leader Jaekyung said “We will promote this to build up upon Korea’s culture image in Asia” and “Since it’s the 10th year for this festival, we will try to make this year more exciting”.

Source: Nate News
Translations: suniizerlove @ Prismatic7

[News] Kim Hyun Joong, known as a “Perfect Guy,” turns out to be a guy with lots of vulnerable points

On SBS’s E!TV variety show Star Q10, Kim Hyun Joong was invited as a guest, revealing his weak points by himself.

He confides that he had had an interiority complex about the dark circles under his eyes, which even makes him consider having plastic surgery.

He also opens his heart about the hurtful rumor of SS501’s breaking up, and about the humiliating nickname he got when he was hospitalized for the H1N1 virus: “H1N1-seized Celebrity Number One.”

He was once carried to the hospital by ambulance when he passed out because of a hot jjamppong, or a Chinese-style hot noodle. What’s more, the film Jaws made him reluctant to visit the sea.

Among all the things, however, he has the worst vulnerable point he has long kept secret. The June 9 episode of Star Q10 will reveal the worst weak point of him. It will air at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday.

By Entertainment Team (osenstar@osen.co.kr)

Source: Osen (Original article in Korean)
Photo from Osen
Translated by Geum Jae / Korea.com

[News] anan, with Tohoshinki on its front cover, is running out of stock

2011.7.7 05:03

The official goodies for the Korean popular groups Tohoshinki and SNSD are scheduled to be on sale from Jul 7 in the nationwide Seven-Eleven stores. There are 50 items including rice balls and breads in Korean style, and it is the first time that the two groups are selling authorized goodies excluding their official ones.

Tohoshinki appears in anan's front cover (released on Jul 6), and their interview appears in the opening special pages, with a 10 pages' interview, in the issue’s special article "We cannot help loving them. All-star cast of Korean Stars!!!" The magazine’s March 23 issue has had Jang Keunsuk (23 years old) on its front pages, and sold 280 thousand copies. According to the editorial section, the current issue is running out of stock at a faster pace in many book stores. The editorial section is crying of joy “It is creating a sensation even before the release, and the number of orders has increased. There is even a possibility of reprinting the issue.”

　(from the newspaper article)



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[News] T-ara's Japanese debut goal: "singing and acting success"

T-ara begins to conquer Japan starting today.

Following BoA, TVXQ, Girls' Generation and more, K-POP is becoming more and more popular abroad and has sparked craze in Japan where artists now are expanding to more often.

On the 5th at the SHIBUYA-AX Hall in Tokyo, Japan, T-ara held a press conference and revealed their ambitions and determinations for their future in Japan.

The T-ara members said, "We'll debut with 'Bo Peep Bo Peep' in Japan and hope the success and love of 'Bo Peep Bo Peep' that was received in Korea will catch on with Japanese fans. We want to be able to debut realistically in Japan. We were actually busy last night memorizing our Japanese," they revealed.

T-ara continued with, "Girls' Generation and many other girl groups have advanced in Japan, and from them we have watched, heard stories and studied how they invested their time in Japan that has helped us learn (?)," they said. "We want to be active in various activities not only as singers, but also in dramas, movies and variety."

"We are primarily a girl group who sings and dances to music, but we want to be characterized (?) and be able to be compared to Japanese girl groups who also do the same, as well as various other activities in other fields. We need to pursue similar aspects because it seems it'll be beneficial to our future activities," T-ara said.

T-ara continued to say, "A group we admire is 'SMAP'. They work in various fields but are still-standing and a leading group. As T-ara, we want to introduce our own unique colors and charms."

T-ara met with the Japanese media and Korean for their open press conference in Japan and is scheduled to go into full-fledged activities.

T-ara will also first be resuming their activities fully for their retro track "Roly-Poly".


Source: Nate
Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[News] CN Blue’s Kang Min Hyuk displays his singing ability in You’ve Fallen For Me

On the July 6 episode of MBC’s new drama series You’ve Fallen For Me, CN Blue’s Kang Min Hyuk, who plays Yeo Jun Hee, the leader of the band Stupid, displays his singing ability by singing solo for the first time even in his career as a musician in reality. As a drummer of CN Blue, he’s never had the chance to sing in front of the public before.

The title of the song he sings in the drama series is “The Star,” a romantic song using the metaphor of a glowing star to compare to a woman he loves. The song will be made public at midnight Tuesday, July 5 through major music-download websites.

FNC Music, his agency, says, “Kang, the drummer of CN Blue, will sing solo in You’ve Fallen For Me. The song, entitled ‘The Star,’ is going to be released via music-download sites. The combination of its swat melody and sympathetic lyrics are expected to strike a chord with listeners.”

The episode featuring the scene of Kang’ singing “The Star” will air at 9:55 p.m. on July 6 via the MBC network.

By Lee Myeong-ju (rosecut@osen.co.kr)

Source: Osen (Original article in Korean)
Photo from Osen
Translated by Geum Jae / Korea.com