Ailee invited to Grammy Awards

With just a year since her debut, singer Ailee will be attending the upcoming Grammy Awards.

The rookie singer has been invited as a VIP guest at the upcoming 55th Grammy Awards which will take place at the Staples Center, LA on February 10th. She will be attending with producer Tony Maserati who got nominated under ‘Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical’ category.

Tony Maserati is one of the top mixing engineers and music producers who has worked with superstars Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Black Eyed Peas, Mariah Carey and Alicia Keys.

Ailee remarked, “I could not sleep after getting the invitation. Grammy Awards is a dream destination for me, and I hope I will get a nomination someday.”

SHINee’s Onew trained for musicals with heels?

Director Jang Yoo Jung revealed that she prepared SHINee‘s Onew for musicals with heels.

On the January 25th episode of tvN‘s ‘Kim Mi Kyung Show‘, the musical director and writer shared a behind-the-scenes story from the 2010 musical ‘The Brothers were Brave‘, which was Onew’s musical debut.

Jang Yoo Jung called Clazziquai‘s Alex out to the stage and said, “You have to have a goal to your dreams.” She then asked him to grab MC Kim Mi Kyung‘s high heels, which caused him to come to the stage more quickly than before. The director explained, “When we have a goal, our movements become more clear and defined.”

She then revealed, “I also trained Onew in this way with heels.”

2PM lands on cover of Japanese magazine ‘Hanako’ for 3rd year in a row

2PM has landed on the cover of popular Japanese magazine Hanako for the third year in a row.

What’s especially notable is that the popular weekly women’s magazine has only featured people on its cover a few times. The 2PM members were the first Korean artists to grace the cover of the yearly ‘Korea Special Edition’ in 2011, which sold out. Last year, 2PM and their brother group 2AM were both featured on the cover.

The upcoming 2013 ‘Korea Special Edition’ featuring 2PM will be released on February 14th, making 2PM the only artists to have ever made Hanako’s cover for three consecutive years.

Hanako’s editorial department commented, “2PM are loved for their Korean albums as well as their Japanese music, and each of the six members have fans of different ages. In the third year since their Japanese debut, 2PM have confirmed themselves as a talented group, and they’re making a boom here. With their Tokyo Dome Concert coming up in April, many are looking forward to 2PM’s growth as artists.”

JYP Entertainment stated, “The fact that 2PM has graced the cover of Hanako for the third year in a row indicates their hot popularity there. Considering K-Pop is popular in Japan, we’re happy that 2PM became the first Korean artists to be featured on the cover, especially for three years. We’d like to express our thanks to the fans who love and support 2PM.”

f(x)’s Krystal and Tei star in ‘Melody Project Part 3′ music drama

You’re going to have to remember back to 2010 as the ‘Melody Project‘ music drama has finally unveiled (after 3 years!) Part 3 of the 6 part series!

Two weeks ago, singer Byul sang for the ‘Melody Project Part 3‘, which was titled “Spring Will Probably Come“ for the “Fermata” portion of the project.

This project depicts the different aspects associated with love: meeting (Andante), excitement (Moderato), love (Allegro), misunderstanding (Vivace), farewell (Fermata), and memory (Adagio) through various songs to form a music drama, all by producer Oh Joon Sung.

Part 1 for the “Andante” portion was sung by Clazziquai‘s Alex, while Part 2 for the “Moderato” portion was sung by f(x)‘s Krystal.

The MV for Byul’s Part 3 is now out continuing on with the music drama series starring Krystal and Tei!

Check it out below!

Part 3

To refresh your memory:

Part 1

Part 2

2PM to continue tour in 2013 with concerts in three countries across Asia

Calling all HOTTESTs! 2PM is continuing on with their tour this year and will meet their fans in Asia once again for their ‘2PM LIVE TOUR 2013 “What Time Is It?”‘ tour.

2PM will kick off their tour in Manila, Philippines on March 2nd, and follow up with concerts in Guangzhou, China on March 30th, and Bangkok, Thailand on April 8th. Since the group wasn’t able to visit many countries in Asia this past year due to scheduling conflicts, it has been revealed that these tour dates were added after many love calls and requests from fans across Asia. Fans are highly anticipating to see 2PM to be the first JYPE artist to hold a concert in the Philippines as well as perform once again in Nichkhun‘s homeland Thailand.

2PM’s previous ‘What Time Is It?’ tour performed in Shanghai, Indonesia, Taiwan, and Macau bringing in fans all across Asia, showcasing their popularity.

2PM will also be showing more mature and powerful stages to reflect their growth as a group as well as perform a special stage dedicated to each country they perform, further adding to the excitement.

Ticket reservation for 2PM’s concert in Manila, Philippines will begin on January 26th.

Here are the tour dates:

[2PM LIVE TOUR 2013 “What Time Is It?”]

2013.03.02 [Manila] @ Mall of Asia Arena

2013.03.30 [Guangzhou] @ Guangzhou Gymnasium

2013.04.08 [Bangkok] @ Impact Arena

A Song for You from 2PM

2PM’s special song ONLY for you!

Share Your Stories with 2PM. We are waiting for your heartwarming, unique, or exciting stories and wishes! Send us a video message or a picture with your story and a song request to 'A Song for You from 2PM'. If your video is selected, 2PM will sing the special song for you! 10 episodes of the show will be broadcasted on KBS World TV and KBS World YouTube channel every Friday at 6pm, starting from Feb. 15th.

What's more?

1.                 You will receive an autographed collection of albums from 2PM

2.                 Personal items from 2PM

▶ How to participate?

1. Press LIKE Button on 'A Song for You from 2PM' Facebook Page. (www.facebook.com/asong4you)

2. Record a video (or take a picture) which includes a song request with your own story and the reason why you request it (**There is no limit on the language, nor the duration of the video. Clear audio and video qualities are preferred).

3. Upload the video (or photo) on a data sharing website (eg. YouTube, flickr, etc.)

4. Post a short request summary in ENGLISH & the video(or photo) URL below, as a comment. (eg> I broke up with my boyfriend. I need 2PM’s advices on getting over it! http://YourVideoURL )

5. 2PM will choose a story by themselves and sing a song for you!

2PM wants to hear from you!

Don't hesitate to send your stories! 'I got into my dream school', 'I broke up with my boyfriend, what are 2PM’s advices on getting over it?', 'How do I keep good relationship with my best friends? ‘Message to my loving family’ or any compelling stories are okay!

If you are happy or sad, need some encouragements, or just want to share your story, record it on a video and/or take a picture. You can also select a member who will sing the song of your request! 

Grab an opportunity to share your story with 2PM and people around the world! We invite you to this amazing 1-on-1 concert!

Request Entry Period: 2013 January 22 ~ 2013 April 26

Official Facebook page (www.facebook.com/asong4you) 

BoA to release MV for “Disturbance” starring SHINee’s Taemin

 

After the release of the album cover of the upcoming single “Disturbance“, it has been revealed that BoA‘s brother Kwon Soon Wook has once again featured as the director of the MV, showing support for his sister.

 

BoA will perform and unveil the music video for the new single for the first time during her solo concert, ‘BoA Special Live 2013 ~Here I Am~‘, on the 26th and 27th.

 

To make the music video even more special, SHINee‘s Taemin, who was seen posing as a couple with BoA on the album cover, will also be starring in the music video along with BoA! The two have already shown their chemistry during their performances of the soloist’s latest single “Only One“, and have fans hyped up to see them coupling up again.

 

BoA’s first solo concert will be held at the Seoul Olympic Hall on the 26th and 27th. For those who can’t attend the concert, “Disturbance” will be released on music sites on the 28th.

Davichi’s Kang Min Kyung responds to her ‘Gillette’ razor CF controversy on her official fan cafe

 

Davichi‘s Kang Min Kyung opened up to her fans about her recent ‘Gillette‘ razor CF controversy on her official fan cafe.

 

Kang Min Kyung posted, “How are you? I came here with a heavy heart. It was a noisy day. It quieted down a little, so I hope everyone becomes okay too. I learned a lot through this incident happening. I guess I will become tougher and stronger this way? I should become stronger by eating well and working out regularly.”

 

The singer also hinted on Davichi’s upcoming comeback and shared, “We are currently preparing for our album this season. I was hurt after finding out that there are a lot of fans who are waiting for our full-length album. I am sorry to make you wait. Wait a little longer. You will like it. I will heal your sad hearts entirely though this album”, increasing fans’ anticipation for Davichi’s long awaited comeback with their 2nd album after a five year hiatus of full length albums since their first one.

 

Core Contents Media also responded to the criticism of Kang Min Kyung’s latest CF, stating that the ad was released without their prior approval.

 

On a happier note, Davichi is set to make their comeback with their 2nd album this coming March.

Siwon pays respect at his grandmother’s resting place

 

Super Junior‘s Siwon paid respects at his grandmother’s resting place.

 

On the 24th, he tweeted,

 

He took a photo of himself at his grandmother’s grave, visiting her with a bouquet of roses on the one year anniversary since her passing. Even though it could have been a painful memory of him, Siwon was calmly smiling at the camera, greeting his grandmother through a photo.

 

Siwon has just finished his drama ‘The Lord of the Drama‘, and is currently promoting as a Super Junior-M member.

Ailee to perform at Mnet's Pre-Grammy party

 

Mnet America will be hosting its first Pre-Grammy party at the East West Studios on February 7 with the celebration focused around K-pop’s breakthrough year in 2012. Headlining the evening will be K-pop star Ailee.

Ailee will also be honored with the ‘Mnet America Rising Star Award’ for her accomplishments, which includes wining ‘Best New Female Artist’ at the ‘2012 Mnet Asian Music Awards’, which are likened as the Korean equivalent to the Grammys.

The Pre-Grammy party will be hosted by ‘Dancing With The Stars’ judge Carrie Ann Inaba and television host and actress Suzanne Whang. This event will be benefiting the CAPE foundation, a group dedicated to expanding diversity and cross-cultural awareness.

Super Junior K.R.Y ranks #1 on Oricon

 

After debuting at number two on the Oricon Daily Singles chart

, Super Junior K.R.Y has now claimed the top spot with its first Japanese single.

According to Oricon’s latest chart ranking on January 25, Super Junior K.R.Y’s first Japanese single “Promise You” sold 15,197 copies on its second day to claim the top spot of the Oricon Daily Singles chart.

Member Ryeowook expressed his excitement by tweeting, “Super Junior K.R.Y. is no. 1 on Oricon~!!!!!! It’s been hard work on the dancers and band members who have been working hard until the Budokan concert today~^^ Thank you kyakya all 72,000 ELF, I was touched, let’s meet again~~~.”

Super Junior M to hold special stage on music programs next week

 Super Junior-M, a subgroup comprising core members of Super Junior, will be holding special performances on Korean weekly music programs next week.

According to SM Entertainment, the unit group will be performing their latest single “Break Down” in ‘M! Countdown’ on January 31st, in ‘Music Core’ on February 2nd and ‘Inkigayo’ on February 3rd.

Super Junior-M was formed specifically to target the Chinese-speaking world and the songs on their second album were performed in Mandarin Chinese. This is the first the group will be performing “Break Down” for their Korean fans.

TVXQ's Yunho Does Seven Takes Of Wire Action Without A Stunt Double For 'Queen of Ambition'

Jung Yunho took part in a wire action scene, regardless of the risk of injuries.

For the car accident scene in the episode of SBS’ ‘Queen of Ambition’ that aired on the 22nd of January, Jung Yunho volunteered to take part in the wire action scene himself.

On this day, Baek Do Hoon (Jung Yunho/U-Know Yunho) hears that his ice hockey team was broken up and goes to confront his father Baek Chang Hak (Lee Deok Hwa). Though Baek Do Hoon blocks his father’s car to talk about it, Baek Chang Hak doesn’t listen to him. Baek Do Hoon, who chased after Baek Chang Hak’s car on foot, gets hits by a car and gets his body thrown in the air. Later, Baek Do Hoon hears that he isn’t able to play sports anymore because of his accident.

According to a representative, Jung Yunho volunteered to participate in the wire action scene himself. He stated, “For the car accident scene, Jung Yunho participated in the wire action scene seven times,” and “Though most actors prefer to let a stunt double take over because there is a risk of injury and because wearing the equipment is uncomfortable and painful, Jung Yunho took on the scene himself, showing a passion for acting that befits a rookie actor.”

MBC Korean Music Wave in Bangkok 2013

MBC Korean Music Wave in Bangkok 2013: World’s Greatest and Largest Korean Music Wave Concert

Date: 16 March 2013 (Sat) 17:00
Venue: Rajamangala National Stadium, Huamark, Bangkapi
Subject: World’s Greatest and Largest Korean Music Wave Concert
Main MC: Nichkhun(2PM), Suzy(Miss A)
Sub MC: Yonghwa(CN Blue), Jiyeon(T-ara)

Artists:
Boy groups: Shinee , EXO , Beast , B.A.P , MBlaq , 2AM , Infinite , Teen Top , FTIsland, BTOB , NU'EST , Airplane, B1A4 (13 Teams)
Girl groups: 2NE1 , KARA , SISTAR , T-ara , SCERET , 4Minute , Miss A , A-Pink (8 Teams)

In MBC Korean Music Wave in Bangkok 2013, it will be even greater and more explosive events than 2011&2012! We will provide you with incomparably fantastic show and events than any other concerts. We hope you to participate in our events in MBC Korean Music Wave in Bangkok 2013! You can expect from our show as much as you want!

Seatplan: http://bit.ly/XyQizx

Get your tickets at: http://bit.ly/V8P9PJ

Super Junior-M to hold special performances of “Break Down” on music programs next week

Super Junior-M will be holding special performances of their latest single “Break Down” on Korean music programs.

As Super Junior‘s Chinese subunit, Super Junior-M haven’t had many chances to meet with their fans in Korea, but they’re preparing special stages for music programs next week.

According to SMTOWN, Super Junior-M will be performing on January 31st’s ‘M! Countdown‘, February 2nd’s ‘Music Core‘, and February 3rd’s ‘Inkigayo‘.

Are you looking forward to the performances?