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Translation 111024 CKD Holds An Online Competition With ‘PenzalQ Song’

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[TRANS] 111024 CKD Holds An Online Competition With JYJ’s ‘PenzalQ Song’

CKD revealed on the 24th that it will be holding a ‘PenzalQ Song Online Contest’ to find people who can make the best remakes of the music that is used for Penzal Q’s commercial.

CKD recently began a new batch of commercials for PenzalQ with the popular group JYJ (Kim Jaejoong, Park Yoochun, Kim Junsu).

According to CKD, the new ‘PenzalQ’ song that is used for the commercial is a song that comforts one’s sick girlfriend. The song has become a hot topic as the famous composer and producer Jung Jin Hwan wrote it and as JYJ sang it.

The contest requires contestants to either sing the song themselves or remake the song in whatever genre they wish in a one minute video. Anyone who is a Korean citizen can participate, and entries may be completed in groups or alone. Entries will be taken in for three weeks till the 20th of November.

 

Entries are submitted by posting the video on Youtube and posting the URL link as a comment on the ‘Contest Tab’ of PenzalQ’s Facebook page and submitting the entry form to penzalq@daum.net.

The judging of the first round will be done based on votes by netizens and will then proceed to be judged by specialists and representatives of CKD with a 1 million Won prize for first place (1 person), and a 500,000 Won prize for the runner-up contestants (3 people).

A special ‘Netizen award’ and 300,000 Won worth of prize money will be given to the participant with the most ‘thumbs up’s on Youtube.

A representative of PenzalQ stated, “We’ve opened this contest to increase people’s awareness of the song,” and “We hope people incorporate innovative ideas and passion to create a great remake.”

More information can be found on PenzalQ’s Facebook page.

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111025 Rerun Lane Ayumi Hamasaki — Blossom PV Footage Jaejoong

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I just love this PV. Jaejoong’s expressions and playfulness are so contagious. He runs through a gamut of emotions here. Well done.

Ayumi Hamasaki — Blossom PV Footage Jaejoong

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FanAccount 111021 YooSu — In Heaven FanSign Event Day

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[Fanaccount] 111021 Yoosu – In Heaven FanSign Event Day 1‏

Heart still thumping…
The fan sign today was arranged by giving out numbers.
Arrived earlier than expected, and though it’s not the first row, it was quite in front. Tomorrow should be arranged by numberings as well…
After getting the number ticket, I waited at the hall and unexpectedly saw Yoochun and Junsu who came in.
Although I have seen their photos before, they are really handsome. T T
Photos are only half evident of how handsome they are.
Yoochun wore a coat with swept hair and a pair of characteristic specs… hahaha
Not sure if it is my own feeling, I exchanged glances with Yoochun a few times.
When our eyes meet, Yoochun did not look away but stared intensely…
Yoochun ah…. such a great person….
I’m not good with writing, keke, I shall write down their conversations as a fan account.
(Although I recorded the audio, I don’t know what went wrong… I realized it only after I heard it, the conversations were cut into segments… The important parts, some were saved and I shall upload it some other time.)
This was written by my own memories and the spoilt audio recording.

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Firstly,
Upon entering, Yoochun is very lively and the duo’s feelings were great.
They smiled sweetly and greeted. keke.

JS: It’s been a long time for a fan sign event right? As it’s been too long, I’m excited yet nervous… To be able to see each other up close is really good.

YC: Junsu’s words were nothing unique (T/N: as usual i.e.), right? (fans laughed)

JS: There’s nothing new but it’s my true words!

YC: Oh… sorry… keke

(T/N: Some of the conversations might not link, as per what the fan said that her audio recording has errors.)

YC: But we saw these messages on the net. Some bought 30 copies and was not able to come. Some bought one copy and was able to come.

JS: This is luck, I guess. Keke. Just like everyone here. It’s my pleasure to have a fan sign event with everyone like this.

(fans applauded)

 

YC: Jaejoong hyung is not here today… we heard a lot of rumors (from various sources)

JS: There’s a rumor that we purposely did not let him come… It’s definitely not like this. He has something to do… Erm? Did somebody from the front just sighed? Kekeke~ It’s (T/N: JJ’s not coming) not due to something bad that happened.

YC: It was two people during the previous fan sign event too, isn’t it?

JS: No, it was (you) with Jaejoong hyung, two of you, ke ke ke, I didn’t join in due to musical involvement.

YC: It felt so good that time.

JS: Eh? Why? Because I’m not there? Keke

Both of them laughing away.

Fans: (out of a sudden) Make a call! International phone call!

YC: If you all would pay for the international roaming charges… kekeke

Fans: We’ll pay!!! We’ll pay!

Both smiled and silence….

JS: Any questions for us? Kekeke~ We did not intend to accept questions today thus if there are awkward questions, we’ll reject answering, okay? Keke.

Fan’s question 1: At the concert in Japan, when Yoochun filmed Junsu, he said, “Oh? So big!” What does it mean?

JS: (immediately) This is an awkward question, PASS!

Fan’s question 3 (T/N: yes, it was written as 3): Have Yoochun oppa finished the game?

YC: Probably everyone could not see, but my eyes are blood-shot right now. I have been playing for 38hrs… currently 60% done.

JS: When we met at the shop today, he said he played till morning. Yoochun has been a enthusiastic player of Legend of Zelda. During our Japanese activities’ days, I saw him playing this frequently. But he said he will stop for a while. keke. Said that it’s too difficult.

YC: I think that professional gamers are very powerful. I salute them.

JS: My friend is a professional gamer and to them it’s not a game but a job. Anything is never easy.

Fan’s question 4: I’m sorry to ask this from the start, but can Junsu do Angel Xiah?

JS: T T T T…. This is old trick of mine already. Let’s have Yoochun! Kekeke~ Let us see Angel Yoochun~

YC (with a face of ‘huh?): I can’t do it… I have never been an angel since high school…

JS: Then let us see Devil Yoochun! Keke~ If Yoochun do it, I will do it. Come, get ready your expression, Keke~

Yoochun with a face of “Why should I do it?” and smiled, looking at Junsu.

Fans did not back down and keep pleading. Just once more, once more.
Of course, I’m one of them as well. Kekeke~
Junsu still did the Angel Xiah pose in the end.
Yoochun looked at Junsu who was being teased by fans, and smiled.

Fan’s question 5: When will there be activity in Korea (as in concert etc.)?

YC: Korea? Hmm… it’s still unconfirmed… Although it’s still unconfirmed, but might be before the year ends. Probably… End of December or roughly there. Although it’s still in consideration but it’s not yet fixed. Plus there’s things to settle…

Fans: Larger scale! Ticket sales!

YC: Erm… if were to hold a concert and has to be large scaled… Hmm… how about (held) at the road to University for just 5 people? Kekeke~ For (accommodation of) 5 people only~ (T/N: He meant that the place is only big enough for 5 people.)

Fans: Ah!!!!!!!!!!!

Fan’s question 7: You all were so popular with South American fans, Asian fans, (and worldwide fans), what’s your plan in the future?

This fan behaved and asked in a very reporter-way. Everyone laughed….

YC: Is that laptop switched on? Kekeke (As though he is facing a reporter.)

Applauded.
Then both of them did not talk for a while… silence…

JS: Hmm… there’s a lot of plans… but not all matters are easy to handle with. There are a lot of times where things are confirmed and yet cancelled. To us, these are hope and encouragement. But when talking to everyone, we have to be cautious a bit. Just like what was said, before the end of this year, we will try our best to create a chance to meet everyone. If possible, we will release our second worldwide album next year. In the mid of it, we might have solo activities. Hm… just these. Ok? Keke.

After the questions, they began to sign.
The line up is Junsu, then Yoochun.
The two were feeling great during the fan sign.
I have been observing, if asked for it, Yoochun would shake hands with.
Time for me to go.

Upon reaching Yoochun, the atmosphere around him….
He was very gentle and considerate… but he signed very fast… Isn’t it a bit too fast? T T

YC: Your name is?

Me: Li~~

Yoochun signed…

Me: Are you happy recently?

YC: Hm?

Me: You looked very happy recently, thus I’m happy too.

Yoochun was signing without any expression initially but looked up after hearing this.

YC: Very blessed. ^^ I’ve been doing very well.

He smiled happily while saying this.
The strength of these words were stronger than any other hundred words, not kidding.
I almost fainted…
I like Yoochun… no, it’s love. Although it’s only a short time, my heart, kwang….
Please don’t smile to me like that~

My autograph was done very fast but strong.
I went back to my seat, thinking of Yoochun’s “I’m very blessed!”, felt so touched.

The fans today were very polite and well-mannered…
(Fans, you did well.)
The fan sign event’s atmosphere was very warm-hearted… he himself was warm-hearted.

Crazy fans kekeke~
Park (YC) and Kim (JS) were very calm but the fans were excited.
Applauded, teased/cheered, kekeke~ Yoochun and Junsu smiled.

Fan’s question: The two of you walked through from youth till now… was there a side where you saw and realized, hey this kid grew up! Or, he’s still the same!

Everyone like this question.
It is a heartwarming question.

JS: Erm… first, given the same circumstances, rather than saying Yoochun’s reaction changed, I would say it got better. Be it his expressions, or actions, it became more relaxed. In the past, Yoochun often smiled in TV programs but he would sometimes be gloomy off-camera. It got better recently and he smiled a lot more in private. It was really amazing and (I) was very happy.

Just when he was saying warmheartedly about Yoochun’s positive traits and changes, fans suddenly asked about his negative traits.

Fans: (Yoochun’s) Shortcomings!

JS: Mm? Yoochun’s? Nothing negative.

Fans: Oh~ Eh~ Keke~

JS: It is that way! Good looking~ Sings well~ Knows how to compose~ Good in sports too~ (his tone is filled with love and fans were “oh~” ) Ah~ there’s a shortcoming that can’t be changed! Forehead? Kekeke~

Fans burst out laughing.

JS: Forehead can’t be changed and it actually upgraded. Keke~ This should be a good thing, able to see the age lines soon. kekeke~ Haha

Time for Yoochun to answer.

YC: Firstly, I like my forehead a lot. Keke~ For Junsu’s, when being active as an artiste, various… even not being an artiste, anyone has their own way to be relaxed. If weren’t able to do that, it would be troublesome. But Junsu did that aspect very well.

Fans: Huh? (Don’t understand)

YC: (Upon facing problems) He has his own way to solve his problems… That is, he has many ways to make himself feels good… erm, although I can’t be there… but, he always asked me to go play soccer… kekeke

JS: (abruptly) I always asked him along! But he won’t come.

YC: No, if it’s only Junsu, I would definitely go but there’s other artistes as well… it’s a bit awkward.

JS: Ah~ if Yoochun would come, I would not ask other artistes along then. (he said it earnestly.)

YC: Actually… isn’t there a lot of fans in the audience?

JS: Ah~ keke~ the training matches. There are private matches as well, just come for that!

YC smiled and didn’t answer.

JS looked at YC: “See, it’s him who doesn’t wants to come. Yoochun loves to exercise, probably he has some psychological barriers… afraid that he won’t do well.

YC: I have no confidence in soccer. I prefer baseball or basketball.

JS: Then you should create a basketball team one day. He’s very good with basketball. Put me in the team as well.

YC: Erm… I…. will work hard with my current work.

Yoochun who kept avoiding till the end. Kekeke.

Fans: Oppa, can you say a line (from drama or musical)?

YC: Erm, I shall choose one from Junsu’s musical that left me a deep impression, ‘That Tiger…!’ (It was a line where Junsu pointed to the tiger and said during the last day of Tears Of Heaven.)

But how did Yoochun knew about this? Or Junsu told him?

JS: Then, let’s have one from Ripley.

YC: Sorry about that… (The fans in front shouted Penzal!!) Penzal? Upon recording, I didn’t intend to say that but the advertisement company hoped to have that line included.

JS: Don’t you find it funny? Kekeke~ So funny, kekeke~ To say it alone. Keke.

Fans: Please say it!

YC: How was it said?

Fans: Don’t feel painful~! Fool!

YC: Let me think about it first.

YC: Everyone, if there’s any rumors, remember to eat (Penzal Q) only when you feel painful!

Lastly are the words to fans.

YC: Fans gave us a lot of support and encouragement… We also have expressed our feelings for fans through words… What we can do… Honestly… Only through words “Will work hard!” or “Will work hard to do the best!”. No matter said it how many times, it feels that the people who will believe in these words are minority. The majority just listened to it. In a daily conversation… it’s just a sentence. The best repayment to fans, really, no matter if it’s individual activities or JYJ’s activities… Now we have prepared a recording studio and a training studio, stages like these, was it the best repayment to fans…. we are still working hard and hopefully everyone can support us. Thank you.
(Yoochun meant that rather than using words to express his thanks, the best repayment is through actions and the various live stages.)

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Translation 111020 KBS’ Change of Words That Tricked JYJ (Lee Seung Rok’s Compass

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Another week has gone by with JYJ’s appearance on KBS 2TV’s ‘Music Bank’ falling through.

According to the Korea Communications Commission, KBS has stated that they have kept their former stance regarding JYJ’s appearance on ‘Music Bank’ that, “Appearing on broadcasted programs may affect the outcome of celebrities’ lawsuits, and we will continue to review the possibility of JYJ’s appearance on the show as we keep an eye on the situation,” and also stated, “We have not changed our stance that as the group is currently involved in many lawsuits regarding the results of their injunction, the validity of their exclusive contract and compensation, we will continue to postpone their appearance and keep an eye on the situation till the final verdict is made, regardless of the outcome of their injunction lawsuit.“

They then added, “Though the situation keeps changing with the content of their injunction and release of their album, there is still a lawsuit going on between SM and JYJ, and as the courts have not made their verdict on the issue, the staff of ‘Music Bank’ have not changed their stance on the issue.”

But in May of this year, KBS released an official statement that is slightly different from the one they produced recently. At the time, KBS stated, “According to the staff’s criteria that an appearance is decided upon only after the release of an album, JYJ are not qualified to appear on ‘Music Bank’ as they have not released an album since the courts made a verdict on the 17th of February,” and “The selection of appearances lies solely in the staff’s decision and they will further discuss the possibility of JYJ appearing on the show after JYJ have released an album.”

As JYJ have been unable to appear on a single music program since they split from TVXQ, JYJ and their fans found hope in the official statement of ‘Music Bank’. And when JYJ released their first Korean album ‘In Heaven’ in September, many focused their attention on whether JYJ would be able to appear on ‘Music Bank’ or not.

It’s been over a month since the audio files of ‘In Heaven’ were released and not only have JYJ not received a single invitation to appear on a music program, but even ‘Music Bank’, on whom many had placed their hopes, completely changed their stance and have become the target of JYJ and their fans’ disappointment. With KBS’ ridiculous change of heart coming to light, it makes one wonder if they ever even considered allowing JYJ to appear on ‘Music Bank’ in the first place.

What’s most difficult to comprehend is the fact that JYJ’s name can’t even be found on the show’s ‘K-Chart’, which focuses more on objectivity than most other music programs as it takes into consideration digital audio file downloads, album sales, number of times a song is broadcasted and public preference.

Even if JYJ were unable to appear on the show like KBS stated, they should at least be included in the ‘K-Chart’ and be able to compete with other singers. Allowing a singer to appear on a show and having that singer’s music included in music charts are two completely different issues. If KBS did not allow JYJ to appear on ‘Music Bank’, even if they were to grab the number one spot on the ‘K-Chart’, this wouldn’t clash with KBS’ current stance. The fact that the group isn’t even considered on the charts is only deepening their fans’ suspicions.

Regarding KBS’ official statement, JYJ’s agency C-JeS Entertainment stated, “KBS must show proof that they are making the decision on JYJ’s appearance with the same criteria that they are using for all celebrities who are currently appearing on their programs,” and “If KBS respects the verdict made by the courts, we believe it is only right for KBS to take full responsibility in ensuring that they stay fair and execute the courts’ verdict that guarantees JYJ unrestrained independent activities.”

KBS and JYJ’s disputes continue to pile up with KBS’s surprise cancellation of JYJ’s performance in the ‘Jeju 7 Natural Wonders of the World Special’ and KBS’ unjust review of ‘Pierrot’. But a large portion of the public refuses to accept the current situation of JYJ being unable to appear on music programs. JYJ’s Kim Junsu, Kim Jaejoong and Park Yoochun, who are unable to appear on ‘Music Bank’ due to their lawsuit with SM, is currently hitting it big through dramas and musicals. It’s quite ironic, really.

Source: [MyDaily]

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[TRANS] The Surprising Similarities Between JYJ, Kim Eo Joon And Infinite Challenge

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[TRANS] The Surprising Similarities Between JYJ, Kim Eo Joon And Infinite Challenge

Similarity 1. They are all experiencing unfair events that are quite strange and hard to understand.

JYJ’s album topped Gaon’s album sales charts for September and it is said that till now, they’ve sold over 350,000 copies. This is most probably the highest album sales record of all the album that have been released in Korea this year. They even topped the online music charts as soon as the tracks from the album were released online. The dramas they appeared in, which are SungKyunKwan Scandal, Miss Ripley and Protect the Boss, have all been extremely popular and the members themselves have been praised for their acting skills.

But JYJ are currently unable to appear on music programs as singers. Though they top album charts, though they are popular and though they are the forerunners of the Hallyu Wave, they are unable to appear on music programs. They are unable to, even though they want to. It’s quite a strange and unfair thing for them. What’s even stranger is that though they sell so many albums and though they top online music charts, their names can never be found on any of the ranking charts of the three major broadcasting companies’ music programs.

There’s a rumor flying around that Infinite Challenge may once more have disciplinary action taken against it by the Korea Communications Standards Commission. The reason is because of the recent car explosions and PD Journal reported that it was because the scene was aired without an advance warning. No one knows what will happen but as Infinite Challenge isn’t the first production to have car explosions included in its broadcasted footage, it’s quite strange to suddenly have them pushed into the spotlight for it.

Kim Eo Joon’s Unconventional Advice has had quite high ratings amongst the MBC radio programs and has been ranked high as a Podcast. But suddenly, the news has been delivered that the show has been scrapped. The program’s only been around for six months and has been steadily gaining much popularity over this period of time, so it’s hard to believe that this show is suddenly getting the axe. Now that we look back, we can see that Yoon Do Hyun’s Two O’clock Date, which featured Kim Eo Joon, has also disappeared. It couldn’t be that the show is being scrapped just because of Kim Eo Joon but it’s quite a strange incident indeed.

Similarity 2. They are all fighting with something big.

JYJ fought and are still fighting SM, a major entertainment agency.They filed a lawsuit against their unjust contract and the Courts accepted their injunction request. Their opponent SM is undisputedly the largest entertainment agency in Korea. But that is not to say that SM is linked to what has happened to JYJ till now. We are merely trying to get across the fact that JYJ are currently up against the nation’s top entertainment agency.

Infinite Challenge is fighting against social irregularities. They fought for the Dokdo issue, and they take on the role of letting the world know of those who are suffering in areas that aren’t that well-known. But they don’t show these outright and instead opt to show allusions here or here amidst the fun and laughter they provide. It’s a very classy way of social criticism and a very sophisticated method of social participation. But as always, Evil is strong and powerful. It can’t be denied that the bad points, problems and irregularities of society are too strong of an opponent.

Kim Eo Joon is fighting with vested interests. He often uses swearwords to give a piercing admonition against it. Kim Eo Joon is the person who is willing to boldly take on issues that others were too afraid to even mention. With no vested interest in anything, he has placed himself within his own kingdom that he himself built and has been fighting off the pressure from vested interests that continue to attack him. He had to give up his own vested rights to fight against a strong opponent.

Similarity 3. They are all staying afloat thanks to their strong fandoms.

One of the major reasons why JYJ have been doing well despite the fact that they haven’t been able to appear on music programs is because of their fans. These fans support their stars, though they are unable to see JYJ on TV, and are waiting by JYJ’s side for the day that these strange events disappear for good.

The fanatics of Infinite Challenge have been strongly demanding that Infinite Challenge be left alone. Many fans, with the thought that Infinite Challenge should be protected, have come together with the show as their center. It seems that they are willing to even collect money from their own pockets if it means that the show can keep going. They have interpreted the messages given to them by Infinite Challenge and are working alongside the show in harmony.

Kim Eo Joon’s fans are giving him their full support. They know that he will continue living life in his own way and he in return is giving them the encouragement, ‘Don’t back down!’. This could also be something that he’s saying to himself. Though he knows that there are many fans who have his back, he cares deeply for his fans as though he is all alone. And though his fans complain and act indifferent, they are willing to step up and defend him if needed.

Conclusion

There are countless people in the world who share similarities. It’s not an amazing thing. It may be that the three similarities these three groups share aren’t that amazing after all. But considering the fact that we feel pity at the first similarity that they are faced with unjust events, pride at the second similarity that they are fighting a strenuous battle against very powerful vested rights, and electrifying fear at the third similarity that without the strong foundation of a fandom to support them, they could have disappeared without a trace, one could also feel that these similarities are truly something special. It could just be a feeling.

There has always been the saying that if coincidences keep occurring, then it’s not an accident, it’s fate. But what stands out more than this statement is the saying that, ‘If coincidences keep occurring, then it was planned from the start’ because this feels closer to the reality that we live in. Whatever the case, we pray that these three teams no longer have to suffer from strange events that are unacceptable.

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111023 JYJ Melon Interview Winning Sept. Song of the Month (Eng Subs)

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JYJ (Melon) September Song of The Month

Precious Pumpkins 😉 Momma Cha

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The Korean Invasion — 5 Must Hear Groups New York Daily News

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The Korean Invasion

5 MUST-HEAR GROUPS:

Ready to dip your toe into the Korean Wave? Here are the top five South Korean acts that will help immerse you in the world of K-Pop:

2NE1
Unlike other Korean girl groups who capitalize on sex appeal or being saccharine and cutesy, this group rose to the top of the charts for their anthems on girl power and boy bashing. When they aren’t dominating the charts in Korea and Japan, the group — Dara, Bom, Minzy and leader CL — are making a statement in the fashion world. Often described as “fierce,” this fearless foursome express their style through fashion houses like Alexander McQueen, Gareth Pugh, Proenza Schouler, Balmain and Jeremy Scott, who has become one of the band’s biggest supporters. Catch them repping South Korea as one of the Best Bands of the World nominated by MTV Iggy.
Download this: “I Am the Best,” a catchy electronic beat with a bass-friendly undertone.

Big Bang
After debuting their signature hip-pop sound in 2006, the five-member team dominated the South Korean charts and later did the same in Japan. First topping the charts with the upbeat single “Lies,” the band has since become one of Asia’s most recognizable acts. And with a collaboration with Major Lazer’s Diplo on one song by members G-Dragon and T.O.P. called “Knockout,” it seems like Asia’s not the only place they’re receiving attention.
Download this: “Tonight,” a perfect mélange of rock and electronica
with a bumping beat.

Two members remain from the quintet TVXQ. Concert fans. (SM Entertainment)

Super Junior
How do you get attention from tween girls everywhere? Stick as many good-looking guys as possible on a stage. The 12-member Super Junior has already been deemed one of South Korea’s biggest “hallyu” groups by the BBC and they have a far reach of fans from Slovenia to Peru, where they were named one of the 30 “Sexiest Men in the World.” Their heavy pop tracks and slick dance moves have already made them nationwide sensations with an international presence.
Download this: “Sorry, Sorry,” a heavy pop track that comes with entertaining choreography that was once a South Korean craze.

2PM
While other boy bands captured attention through their pretty-boy images, this group capitalizes on their masculine look. Each member sports six-pack abs, regularly revealed onstage to the delight of thousands of screaming fans. The six-member group focuses on heavy acrobatics and intricate dance moves and has become almost Chippendale-like — without the cheesy bow ties.
Download this: “Heartbeat,” a dramatic track that starts out with a melancholy piano riff.

TVXQ
The Backstreet Boys in their heyday have nothing on this band. After some member drama last year, where three performers decided to leave, the two survivors, Max Changmin and U-Know Yunho, carried on. With tight choreography and impressive pipes, this dynamic duo has become the epitome of K-Pop: slick dance moves, stellar musical productions and big voices to boot.
Download this: “Before You Go,” a soft ballad that showcases just how refined and beautiful voices in Korean pop music can be.

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Make That 6 Must Hear Groups. Let’s Include JYJ (Kim Jaejoong, Kim Junsu, and Park Yoochun)


Comments on the Article The Korean Invasion in The New York Daily News.

Chaelwest 4:30 pm. Oct 23, 2011

We all know who performed last year in New York–only our own JYJ — and they performed in Canada, and L.A, and New Jersey, and .. The difference here is that SME isn’t being ignored or prevented from getting the word out. I love HoMin and I am happy over their successes–I just don’t want any illusions out there as to who the trailblazers really are.

WildMuffins
1:45:38 PM
Oct 23, 2011

It’s true that K-Pop has a different sensibility that is often fun to watch and listen to; but…. it IS often very formulaic. Much of it can be considered a manufactured industry with limited artistic freedom for the performers; and it has a dark underbelly that includes serious exploitation of the artists and payoffs to improve popularity chart rankings. For example, the article mentions “some member drama” with TVXQ when 3 members decided to leave. In fact the 3 members – now a popular trio known as JYJ – sued SM Entertainment. The Korean Courts ruled in JYJ’s favor saying their contract with SM Entertainment was invalid because it amounted to a “Slave Contract”. The only thing left to settle with regard to the lawsuit are the damages owed to JYJ from SM Entertainment. In the meantime the Court ordered SM Entertainment to stop interfering with the activities of JYJ. Despite the ruling SM Entertainment continues to use their influence to prevent JYJ from renting venues for l

WildMuffins
1:47:48 PM
Oct 23, 2011

(continued from above) Despite the ruling SM Entertainment continues to use their influence to prevent JYJ from renting venues for live performances and appearing on Korean music programs – even the state-owned KBS (Korean Broadcasting System) network still refuses to honor the Court’s decision. SM Entertainment has had similar issues with other popular groups in the past. The Korean courts, Korea Fair Trade Commission, and even members of the Korean Parliament are involved in efforts to break the seeming monopoly that a few K-Pop industry giants have over the popular music sector in South Korea.

shiroyamacah:37:20 PM
Oct 23, 2011

wildmuffins is right. sadly, in korean music, the big one, sme, just because bring the best they find and do TONS of promotions, became the most feared one to by radios and tv channels. if these companies don’t do like sme want, they will not receive their idols. KBS did the most of the bad stuffs to YG Ent. and JYJ just because they wanted the exclusivity and the idols of sme. and sme take all the liberty during the first year of their rookies, own ALL songs and do the best to own the groups name. plus to be out of sme is terrible! the person don’t receive much and hav to pay more than 30 times what will receive during all their contract.

shiroyamacah
2:40:28 PM
Oct 23, 2011

not just sme, but others are known for stuffs like that. KARA needed to do something just to have DSP Media making a better deal. and bekah, that decided to graduate from her group After School showed that they asked too much for their idols, making them have a lot of stress. korean idols, sadly, most of the time work. 3 hours sleep is pretty much common there. it without counting that at least in sme, the vacation times was just a week per year. beeing a korean idols is, sadly, hard and very tiring. most of the times too they have to take medicine and such just to perform.

shiroyamacah
2:47:09 PM
Oct 23, 2011

even if sme method is good, sme do it just to appears that they creat the idols, when they already have the talent and the will to become even better. plus, sme isn’t this good in using the idols talent right. snsd have at least 4 wonderful dancers, but rarely they have a song that these 4 can really show their talent. plus sme have a really bad thing about just doing stuffs that are “trending” inspide of doing what the group like more, as 2NE1 and BigBang do. sme have a very bad tendency of bringing the best groups and ending them. H.O.T, Shinhwa,TVXQ…. sme just can’t keep the best together, and they always complain about sme because the exactly same thing. however, sme always put their rights as being selfish and traitors, not humans.

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[News] 111017 JYJ Draws 80,000 Fans To ‘JYJ UNFORGETTABLE LIVE CONCERT IN JAPAN 2011′

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[News] 111017 JYJ Draws 80,000 Fans to ‘JYJ UNFORGETTABLE LIVE CONCERT IN JAPAN 2011′

JYJ‘s latest solo concert has confirmed their fame in Japan, as they managed to attract more than 80,000 fans over two days!

Concert tickets for ‘JYJ UNFORGETTABLE LIVE CONCERT IN JAPAN 2011‘ sold out as soon as tickets became available, and the server crashed due to a massive influx of visitors. Every seat for the solo concert was sold out, and even standing room sections at the venue was practically brimming over with excited fans.

On October 3rd, thousands of fans flocked to the park to see JYJ perform from cities like Osaka, Sapporo, Tokyo, and more. It’s being reported that all parts of the country got hit with heavy traffic due to the amount of fans driving to the concert. An associate of the concert commented, “We were already surprised because the tickets were sold out, but we were surprised again by JYJ’s fame when the standing sections (which could hold a capacity of thousands) became full.”

JYJ had put on a spectacular show, performing songs from their first Korean album, ‘In Heaven‘, as well other hit songs from their worldwide album, ‘The Beginning‘.

They also had the crowd going wild when they performed OST songs from dramas that JYJ were affiliated with, such as “I Found You” from ‘SungKyunKwan Scandal‘, “Protect You” from ‘Protect the Boss‘, and “You Are So Beautiful” from ‘Scent of a Woman‘.

One 40-year-old fan commented, “I really like JYJ. I’m a housewife so on the day of the ticket site opening, I waited in front of the computer from morning to night, waiting for the site to reboot. I applied through the ticket lottery for front seats; luckily, I was given a good seat. The JYJ members are good-looking and they have a great harmony. They are also funny, which makes them even more popular.”

Another fan, aged 45, admitted, “My daughter and wife love JYJ so inevitably, I ended up liking their music as well. The whole family left the house at 3:00 AM to watch their concert, but we couldn’t get to the front of the standing section. I’m so excited, regardless, because I got to see JYJ’s performance.“.

Touched by the overwhelming show of support, the members expressed, “We are so blessed to see our fans in Japan. We had mixed reviews when it was revealed that our concert would be at a spot that got affected by the earthquake, but we didn’t want to miss the chance of seeing our fans in Japan. On this day, we felt everyone’s love for us and because of that, it gave us courage.”

When the members finished giving their message to their fans, the fans reacted with their tears and started to chant, “It’s okay, JYJ!” JYJ finished the concert with their song, “In Heaven“.

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