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[NEWS] 120914 “Not Possible” In Domestic, “Welcome” Abroad – JYJ’s Paradox

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“Not Possible” in domestic, “Welcome” abroad – JYJ’s Paradox

[PIC: Idol Group JYJ – first Korean singer who had a concert in SanTiago, Chile on March 09. The group is exploring overseas markets since its activities in Korea have restrictions. From the Left: Jaejoong Kim, Yuchun Park and Junsu Kim. – Photo from C-JeS Entertainment]

The trio group JYJ (Jaejoong Kim, Yuchun Park, Junsu Kim) is unique. It is difficult to see the group in the country, but the group is doing remarkable activities abroad. The team toured in Spain, Germany, Chile and Peru and the member Junsu Kim had his solo concert in Mexico – all as the first Korean singers who ever had concerts in each country. Why is the atmosphere from inside and outside is so different? You may see an equation of Korean Pop industry’s power structure.

◆ Aftermath of TVXQ Controversy?

 

[Junsu Kim who had solo concert in Mexico on Sep 6]

The three members of JYJ had their debut in the year of 2004 as the quintet TVXQ under SM Entertainment. TVXQ shortly stood at the top in Korean pop industry and had 100,000 members in its fan-club. In 2009, the three members moved to the present agency and formed JYJ after ‘application for injunction to terminate the validity of exclusive contract’ against SM, claiming that 13-year of exclusive contract was too long. The lawsuit with SM is still ongoing.

After this, they have had difficulties in album distribution, venue rental, TV appearances and other things. With tremendous number of album sales and popularity, the public has not seen them in any of music/entertainment programmes for the last 3 years at all.

For example, Yuchun Park appeared in ‘SKK Scandal(KBS)’ and ‘Rooftop Prince(SBS)’ as a leading role, but no one could see his face in entertainment programmes of the both broadcasters despite the fact that actors appearing in the same broadcaster’s entertainment programmes during their drama is an unwritten rule in order to promote dramas. Even in some cases, his appearances were flip-flopped after scheduling.

First, broadcasting companies’ stance is that ‘we cannot cast the singer under legal dispute’. However, JYJ insists that ‘Independent activities are guaranteed until the ruling of the lawsuit on the merits’. Some say that this situation is because of external pressure.

“I was concerned a lot about the present situation that I can be on TV only through dramas. But I decided that it would be better to do something I can do the best, (knowing promotion would be difficult) released a solo album in May”, said Junsu Kim at the press conference in Mexico. His music video of the title song ‘Tarantallegra’ which cost him half a billion Won to make, has never once been aired.

JYJ looked overseas instead. The group betted on overseas stages with the fandom they established since TVXQ.

◆ Idol’s new market

The Group JYJ has done..

 

The atmosphere at Junsu Kim’s Solo Concert at Blackberry Auditorio in Mexico City, Mexico on Sep 6 was just boiling. The concert was the part of his North/South American tour followed from New York and Los Angeles. 3,000 fans were shouting his name and ‘I Love You, Junsu!’ in Korean and sung ‘Besame Mucho(Kiss me much)’ together. Fans were all sung along his latest Korean lyrics such as ‘Set Me Free’. Junsu Kim is due to continue European Tour in the second-half of this year. JYJ also toured in 15 cities from the last year to the first-half of this year and met 210,000 fans around the world.

Paradoxically speaking, the restriction in Korea domestic has become the other way into the new steps. The agency says South American tours are deficit as they are too far from Korea, but it explains that “In the manner of investment, we are trying to go anywhere as long as fans are there”.

“JYJ’s case is a condensable example of the fact that the practical power belongs to management companies, the capital itself under this idol producing system, although the popularity is earned by an idol member”, Jakga Kim, the pop-music critic commented. He continued, “JYJ showed the possibility that an idol group CAN survive by themselves, not depend on the cartel which acts on collusion with management companies and broadcasting companies”.

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[TRANS] 120917-120918 Post of JYJ Tweets

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[TRANS] 120917-120918 Post of JYJ Tweets

This post will be updated throughout the day with tweets by JYJ. A time will be added with each tweet as our translators will not always be able to provide instant translations This post includes tweets from 6am KST, September 17th to 5:59am KST, September 18th.

T’is my jam too~ \o/
(Ryan, 5:40pm KST, 120915, English Tweet) Back home unpacking from the honeymoon – groovin’ to Uncommitted! Haha @1215thexiahtic
(Junsu, 3:33am KST, 120917, English Tweet) @cRyanChandler yeah!!!!!!!!!!

Junsu realizes JYJ have lots of endorsements, took you long enough kiddo XD
(Junsu, 8:15pm KST, 120917) Penzal Q, thank you! Tony Moly, thank you!
(Junsu, 8:22pm KST, 120917) Oh! Thank you to Nii, too.
(Junsu, 8:29pm KST, 120917) Oh, we’ve taken on quite a lot (of endorsements)… Thank you to Nintendo, too^^

Got a lot on his mind, I bet :/
(Junsu, 1:51am KST, 120918) Even the stars, the wind and the cool air of this night.. even they have their own individual reason for existing
(Junsu, 1:54am KST, 120918) Like how everyone has a reason to be alive.. or maybe that reason is formed along the way….. Regardless of whether our reason to live is created by ourselves or by others, it is formed because of something
(Junsu, 2:01am KST, 120918) I want to be like the setting sun.. that blooms in beauty, comes in resplendence and sets, unnoticed and silent. I like sunsets.. and palm trees, clouds and the sea haha

Jaejoong just being his dorky self 😉
(Jaejoong, 4:32pm KST, 120918) Junsu hyung~ I’m a fan of yours~~ http://pic.twitter.com/kDPzvhE3

My thoughts exactly…
(Junsu, 7:38pm KST) What on earth… are you afraid of..

Source: [Junsu+Jaejoong+Other’s  Twitter]

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[TRANS] 120918 SM vs JYJ, Negotiations Break Down Once More… Will The Lawsuit Be Extended Yet Again?

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[TRANS] 120918 SM vs JYJ, Negotiations Break Down Once More… Will The Lawsuit Be Extended Yet Again?

SM Entertainment and JYJ (Kim Jaejoong, Kim Junsu, Park Yoochun) have once again failed to reach an agreement as they battle over TVXQ’s exclusive contract.

An arbitration session for JYJ’s exclusive contract lawsuit was held at the Seoul District Courts at 5pm on the 18th of September in room 579. This session had been scheduled by the judge’s orders though the final verdict had been scheduled to be made on the 13th.

So that the two sides could end the dispute with an agreement, the judge called in SM Entertainment’s CEO Kim Young Min and each side’s lawyers for an arbitration session that lasted around an hour. However, it ended in failure with both sides doing nothing but reaffirm the differences in their positions.

JYJ’s lawyer met with Star News after exiting the building and confirmed that the arbitration had failed by stating, “There were no results.” The lawyer added, “We did nothing but state our opinions and reaffirm our stances,” and “The differences in the two sides’ stances haven’t changed.”

It is said that the judging panel urged the two sides to come to an agreement during the session. The next court date has not been set, and the verdict has been postponed indefinitely. The reasoning was to give the two sides enough time to discuss and settle the dispute. This has made it almost impossible to determine when this lawsuit, which began three years ago in 2009, will finally come to an end.

SM Entertainment and JYJ’s lawyers have met several times since May, 2011 to come to an agreement and settle the issue. However, the final arbitration session of 2011 ended in failure, causing the case to be brought back to court. Though both sides gave their final pleas in May of this year, a clear difference in their stances could be seen. A final verdict was to be made this month but another arbitration session was held as the courts wish for both sides to end this dispute in an agreement.

(omitted recap of everything that’s happened till now)

Source: [Star News]

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[News] 120914 World Star Junsu Ranks Number 1 on Chile-China Charts!

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[News] 120914 World Star Junsu Ranks Number 1 on Chile-China Charts!

JYJ member Junsu, who has just recently finished his tour, has received some great news

JYJ member Junsu, who has just recently finished his North and South America tour, has received some great news.

Junsu’s first English single, UNCOMMITTED, has beaten Serj Tankian and Green Day and has ranked number 1 on the Czech MTV Wishlist. He has also ranked number 1 on China’s music video site.

His “Uncommitted” music video was released in August and received 328,000 views only 3 days after its release.

Also, Junsu’s “Elizabeth” OST has been ranked number 1 for reservations at the Japan Tower Records.

A Chinese magazine stated, “Junsu has talent, integrity and fame. It is obvious that he has won first place on the August V Chart with ‘Uncommitted’.”

Chile broadcast Megavision, Canal 13 and Radio station Cooperativa have both mentioned Junsu’s Chile concert as well.

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[TRANS] 120831-120914 Post of JYJ Tweets

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[TRANS] 120831-120914 Post of JYJ Tweets

This post will be updated throughout the day with tweets by JYJ. A time will be added with each tweet as our translators will not always be able to provide instant translations This post includes tweets from 6am KST, August 31st to 5:59am KST, September 15th.

These two are so… strange and adorable together
(Yi Han, 11:51pm KST, 120831) Ppyong!!! (T/N: The sound is similar to ‘pew pew’ in English)
(Jaejoong, 3:34am KST, 120901) @YiHan_Jin Ppyong
(Yi Han, 3:36am KST, 120901) @mjjeje Ppyong ppyong
(Jaejoong, 10:24pm KST, 120902) @YiHan_Jin Here’s the Monk in despair that you made with kimbap http://pic.twitter.com/xWFgy1iA
(Jaejoong, 10:25pm KST, 120902) @YiHan_Jin This is the woman with a kimbap perm that I made http://pic.twitter.com/VA1D7EnP
(Yi Han, 10:33pm KST, 120902) @mjjeje Geez.. Why did you omit the “Please give Jin Yi Han your love”?!
(Jaejoong, 10:39pm KST, 120902) @YiHan_Jin Please give Jin Yi Han your love lol http://pic.twitter.com/yvS80fZ9
(Yi Han, 10:44pm KST, 120902) @mjjeje Ack kekekekeke What is that, that’s hilarious keke
(Jaejoong, 10:54pm KST, 120902) @YiHan_Jin Please give Kim Jaejoong your love too http://pic.twitter.com/wV68j861

lol This is such a classic Kim Junsu blunder 😉
(Junsu, 2:16pm KST, 120902, English tweet) i love new york~♡ http://pic.twitter.com/tBV0mHUl
(Junsu, 2:24pm KST, 120902) http://pic.twitter.com/HOxRfokA
(Junsu, 2:25pm KST, 120902) @1215thexiahtic What’s this? This picture doesn’t even exist in my photo album kekeke How did this happen??

Kiddo needs some grammar lessons on capitalizing his words 😛
(Junsu, 10:34am KST, 120904, English tweet) I Love L.A~♡ http://pic.twitter.com/ergIVlbN

I volunteer!
(Junsu, 10:49am KST, 120905) Do you not like me..? ㅠㅠ http:pic.twitter.com/VJ7YCUKL
(Gi Kwang, 2:21pm KST, 120905) @1215thexiahtic Hyung.. If you act like this.. Will you or won’t you explode with charm..? kekekeke
(Junsu, 3:43pm KST, 120905) @B2stGK Do you want me to hug you, too? haha

Wooo Sachoom 😀 Hope they had a great performance~
(Sachoom, 11:42am KST, 120905, RTed by Kim Jaejoong) We’re leaving soon!! To where? Go~ Hollywood~!! We will be performing at 20:00 on the 8th of September (Sat) at the Hollywood Ford Theater, LA’s most representative theater^^ The upcoming performance is a part of the “Seoul Global Marketing Business”!! http://pic.twitter.com/YqywwYnp

Super excited for this! Already have copies ordered \o/
(Junsu, 3:51pm KST, 120905) Oh, and you’ve all heard of the news about the Elisabeth ost, right?^^ The release date is a little late because of my solo album. And I was a little insistent and picky because I wanted to provide you with a finished product with a higher quality, rather than just releasing it faster.. ^^;;
(Junsu, 3:54pm KST, 120905) I knew that the fans were curious about it and because of that.. I also knew that emk was going through a great deal of trouble for it.. so I wanted to give it more attention because it’s my first musical album~ I’d like to take this opportunity to apologize to the people at emk.. for my greed haha
(Junsu, 3:58pm KST, 120905) Also, the reason why there are a limited number of actors involved is because it was recorded live.. And as it was recorded live, we needed time to refine it in terms of the audio quality and getting rid of static.. and we had to record separately because we wanted the music to be streamed as well, and that’s why it’s taken so long to be released..ㅜ
(Junsu, 4:00pm KST, 120905) I would like to once more thank Young Ki hyung, Seung Dae hyung and Joo Hyun noona for giving up their time to record^^ This is my ‘thanks to’ note that I’m releasing through Twitter. haha

D’awwwww
(Junsu, 1:43pm KST, 120907, English tweet) @BruceAutomatic i miss you

Adorableeeeee!
(Jaejoong, 2:00am KST, 120909) This is so cute but we shouldn’t do this.. but they’re still so cute ㅜ http://pic.twitter.com/g49qcPmz
(Jaejoong, 2:23am KST, 120909) http://pic.twitter.com/68ZSE8sJ

Great to see him getting some fresh air 😀
(Jaejoong, 3:12pm KST, 120911) Hiking is making me feel good! http://pic.twitter.com/L4axRTsi
(Jaejoong, 3:17pm KST, 120911) Stick Kyung Tak http://pic.twitter.com/yvB0zUeb

Seriously, CAPITALIZE (though I know that’s not the main point here)
(Junsu, 1:30am KST, 120909, English tweet) i love mexico~♡ http://pic.twitter.com/aC23EnWI
(Junsu, 11:13pm KST, 120909, English tweet) i love brazil~♡ http://pic.twitter.com/OLuENenc

Rest up bb! 🙂
(Junsu, 2:00am KST, 120912) My normal voice is quite husky.. so I usually don’t get a hoarse throat no matter how much I sing.. But I woke up this morning to find that I had a hoarse throat.. Maybe it’s because I suddenly have the freedom and time to relax.. I was thinking that it had been a while since this had happened, but also that.. I was grateful that it had gotten hoarse after I was done with my South American…
(Junsu, 2:03am KST, 120912) tour….^^ Though my throat is hoarse.. it feels like a medal to show how hard I’ve been working non-stop for the past three weeks.. I feel tired, but in a good way.. I would like to sincerely thank my American and South American fans who gave me to the energy to give nothing but my all for each performance.. and got my heart racing so fast.. Ah.. I’m should get some rest now haha

The confessions keep coming 😛
(Junsu, 10:55pm KST, 120912, English tweet) i love chile~♡ http://pic.twitter.com/GC4wMONp

Stop springing such photos of wonder on unsuspecting fangirls!! jk keep going!
(Jaejoong, 10:40pm KST, 120913) Goodnight~ http://pic.twitter.com/EKCA8i0E

Sounds like fun 😀
(Junsu, 1:02pm KST, 120914) FC MEN will be having a soccer match on the 23rd of November at Yokohama Nissan Stadium!! Everyone, let’s meet at Yokohama! Looking forward to it!

FC MEN love…. poor Young Pil 😉
(You Joong, 2:24pm KST, 120914) @youngfeel @code07lim Young Pil, let’s just let Byung Han be the goalkeeper keke
(Young Pil, 2:32pm KST, 120914) @Songyoujoong You’re talking nonsense again~~~~^^
(Byung Han, 4:09pm KST, 120914) @youngfeel @Songyoujoong kekeke I’m half for this and half not
(Junsu, 10:10pm KST, 120914) @code07lim @youngfeel @Songyoujoong Young Pil hyung, can’t you seriously consider just taking a break for this match..?
(Junsu, 10:11pm KST, 120914) @code07lim @youngfeel @Songyoujoong Just this once, let’s leave it in the hands of Byung Han hyung….
(Young Pil, 10:21pm KST, 120914) @1215thexiahtic What is this… Have you forgotten what I did during the match with Samsung? You’re provoking me again~~ Have you forgotten that I blocked that penalty kick???
(Junsu, 10:22pm KST, 120914) @youngfeel When was that..? Sorry… I can’t seem to remember it… seriously
(You Joong, 10:27pm KST, 120914) @1215thexiahtic @youngfeel Let’s just take him out of the equation from the beginning for strategic purposes. Young Pil, it’s for the team so could you just be in Korea that day?
(Junsu, 10:30pm KST, 120914) @Songyoujoong @youngfeel Yes, hyung… We’ll tell everyone it was because of your back… Take a break… If we win, it will all be thanks to you…^^

And it goes on~ and on~
(Byung Han, 4:11pm KST, 120914) Our last open match of the season is scheduled for November. Please wait for us to return, our Korean FC MEN fans~^^
(Jung Jin, 10:14pm KST, 120914) @code07lim I wish I could go to the open matchㅠㅠ
(Junsu, 10:17pm KST, 120914) @duduubub Jung Jin.. Please tell Young PIl hyung that it’s really okay to take a break.. I heard his back is troubling him.. and it would be bad if he got hurt… please tell him to rest up^^
(Young Hwan, 10:21pm KST, 120914) @1215thexiahtic @duduubub His back is troubling him? That’s too bad.. I guess it can’t be helped then…
(Junsu, 10:23pm KST, 120914) @plmok30 Yes! His back.. is hurting him… He should take a breakㅜ I guess it can’t be helped then
(Jung Jin, 10:23pm KST, 120914) @plmok30 @1215thexiahtic kekekekekeke I haven’t heard him say anything about his back hurting him.. keke What should we do kekekeke
(Junsu, 10:24pm KST, 120914) @duduubub No, I heard it’s hurting him… I guess Byung Han hyung has no choice but to take over and do everything that day….
(Young Pil, 10:31pm KST, 120914) Everyone’s back starts hurting as they age. Your’s will start hurting too once you get older~~~~ If you keep acting like this, PenzalQ, thank you!!!
(Junsu, 10:33pm KST, 120914) @youngfeel kekekekekekekekekekekekeke Please stop……
(Young Pil, 10:34pm KST, 120914) @1215thexiahtic Okay~~~~^^ So let’s kiss and make up~~ Or we’ll both end up dead~~ I won’t go down alone~~~~~^^
(Junsu, 10:35pm KST, 120914) @youngfeel Anyway… You’ll be taking a break that day^^ Thanks hyung
(You Joong, 10:38pm KST, 120914) @youngfeel @1215thexiahtic I agree with our captain’s decision. While we’re at it, we should just remove Young Pil’s name from all overseas matches keke
(Junsu, 10:40pm KST, 120914) @Songyoujoong Hyung, just put Young Pil hyung’s name in just for the performances^^ I’ll take full responsibility for it

Hand… tan…? pffft
(Jaejoong, 5:33pm KST, 120914) The boundary line between my hand and arm.. the color.. http://pic.twitter.com/XfWt0o2n

Ooooh shiny O__O
(Jaejoong, 7:10pm KST, 120914) How’s this, isn’t it pretty? http://pic.twitter.com/vWVdcr8a

And it’s still going XD
*Response to This tweet -> (Junsu, 10:11pm KST, 120914) @code07lim @youngfeel @Songyoujoong Just this once, let’s leave it in the hands of Byung Han hyung….*
(Kwang Seon, 12:17am KST, 120915) @1215thexiahtic kekekekekekekeke Oh Junsu hyung kekekekekeke Is this a complete trust in Byung Han hyun or a complete distrust in Young Pil hyung kekekeke
(Junsu, 3:21am KST, 120915) @yoyoyks I think it’s the latter…

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[Trans] Junsu Twitter Update

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[Trans] Junsu Twitter Update

It must be because my voice is naturally husky.. That’s why no matter how I sing, my voice really isn’t the type that gets hoarse easily.. But today when I woke up, finally my voice went hoarse.. Is it because all the tension is eased now..? At the same time while thinking “Ah, it’s been such a long time”..It’s also a relief that it became like this after the South American tour ended….^^ Although I lost my voice.. because it’s like a badge to show how I’ve come so far in the past 3 weeks without rest.. it’s a kind of weariness that makes me happy.. To the American and South American fans who made my heart run so fast.. and give me the energy to do nothing but my best every single time.. Thank you sincerely.. Ah.. Now I really have to get some rest ㅎ

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[News] 120911 JYJ’s Kim Jun Su Is Ready To Go On His European Tour

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[News] 120911 JYJ’s Kim Jun Su Is Ready To Go On His European Tour

JYJ’s Kim Jun Su (Xia) completed his northern South American tour on September 10 (local time).

Kim began his northern South American tour on August 30 of over 17,000 kilometers through New York, LA, Mexico, Brazil, and Chile.

Kim finished holding a concert in Brazil and arrived in Chile on September 9. Over 500 fans gathered at the Airport to see Kim and brought the Airport to a halt.

When Kim appeared at the Teatro Caupolica in Santiago, over 3,000 fans gave him hearty cheers. Fans from South America, including, Peru, Argentina, Bulgaria, and Paraguay, were extremely excited by his appearance.

Kim said hello to his fans in Spanish and took some time to take pictures with the fans.

Kim says, “I was greatly encouraged by the tour. I will always do my best as long as my fans love my music. I will remember all their support and love from the other side of the Earth. I will work harder to make better music and give better performances.”

An eighteen-year-old girl from Chile says, “Thank you very much for coming to South America once again. The concert was perfect like the last one and I will love Jun Su forever.”

Local media outlets, including La Segunda and La Nacion, reported on Kim and his world tour and visited the venue to cover his concert.

An official for a media outlet says, “It’s great that he came to Chile for the second time. Thanks to Kim, people in Chile are falling in love with Korea and learning Korean too. I was surprised at his passion and his fantastic concert.”

Kim will start going on his European tour soon after holding concerts in six Asian cities and five northern South American cities.

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[News] 120910 JYJ’s Junsu Performs For A Total of 5,000 Fans in Mexico and Brazil

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[News] 120910 JYJ’s Junsu Performs For A Total of 5,000 Fans in Mexico and Brazil

JYJ‘s Kim Junsu (XIA) put on a superb performance in front of 5,000 fans this past week.

The singer who wrapped up successful shows in New York and Los Angeles continued his World Tour by performing at the Blackberry Auditorium in Mexico on September 6th (KST).

The fans there enthusiastically responded to his visit by perfectly singing along to his songs “TARANTALLEGRA“, “UNCOMMITTED“, “I Don’t Like Love“, “Set Me Free“, and more.

3,500 fans flocked to this performance in Mexico, and the local media outlets as well as the cultural center were shocked to see that the show had completely sold out.

Producer Alex of Mexico Media TV ‘Azteca’ remarked, “Kim Junsu (XIA) is a total performer. His independent solo album was amazing, and we feel his performance today was also remarkable. We would like to continue to share news regarding Junsu (XIA) with the Mexican fans in the future.”

 

And after observing Junsu’s show, Seo Nam Kyo of the Korean Culture Institue in Mexico remarked, “There are about 50,000 Hallyu fans in Mexico, and I knew that K-Pop was popular amongst the young people, however, I truly felt it after seeing this performance today. It was a performance where I was able to realize why Junsu was indeed so popular, and I hope that starting with this concert, more and more Mexicans will be able to get to know Korea.”

As soon as his performance in Mexico came to an end, Junsu got on a plane the next day to perform at Espacio Victory in São Paulo, Brazil. At the performance where 1,300 fans were present, Junsu made the crowd go wild when he stated in Portugese, ‘Obrigado (thank you)‘, and ‘Amore (I love you)‘.”

“Coming to South America to perform an independent concert was a huge challenge on my part, and I was concerned about a few different things because I could not utilize the greatest equipment, but those concerns vanished once I arrived,” Junsu said. “There were so many fans who loved my songs, and I earned new energy. I would like to take responsibility to successfully wrap up the rest of my World Tour.”

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[Fanaccount] 120902 XIA 1st World Tour Concert in LA

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[Fanaccount] 120902 XIA 1st World Tour Concert in LA

So much I saw, so much to say, yet so speechless during Junsu’s actual live performance >.<

People I met: I thought I had to make sacrifices to make it here, but others really showed their support for Junsu. This was my first ever JYJ/DBSK anything concert ever (went to JYJ LA showcase but not actual concert) so I was not anticipating the global support Junsu and the rest of JYJ has! Met fans from Canada, Japan, Thailand, China and Vietnam. From states: Utah, Nevada, Washington, and of course California.

-Also got really close to a Korean Fan, who is studying abroad here at the perfect time for the concert. She is AMAZINGG. Was a fan since Debut DBSK days, still a fan of them all, and almost 10 years and counting!! I was such a nuisance, kept asking so many inside scoops on our boys. And boy, did she know A LOT. K-fans really do keep a lot to themselves haha ^^;; For instance she said some fact/faction on some of their dating life but we couldn’t go too deep b/c of our communication issues. PS: She said I could fan account what she says as she can’t really write in English, and I will remark on her a lot x)

-Talked with Automatic and his Fiancé! Automatic, was a star! He was so chill with talking to Su’s fans and getting pictures. His fiancé told our group that she was happy to work with Junsu, and –cross fingers- with JYJ in the future. It was also her that helped Su with his English for Uncommitted. We said thanks for trying her best as his English coach HEHE b/c he really did improve!

 

The Line: Thank you to JYJ4SF for preparing so much for us (lightsticks, bookmarks, signs etc.) while waiting for so long! One scene I might be embarrassed about was when we were moving into the Hollywood Palladium, there was food/drink litter and trash EVERYWHERE from waiting in the long lines. My new Korean friend said, that NEVER in Korea would they trash the outside venue because they did not want to tarnish the name of JYJ/Junsu. YIKES, I felt ashamed, though I do admit this part of Hollywood can’t be much cleaner.

Venue: The venue itself was small but intimate for Junsu’s LA concert. Top floor was not open for general audience, only Automatic and other VIP guests went up there. I heard standing floor VIP was sold out, and looked filled to me. Even where I stood in general admission, it was partially full. Love the turnout! There would have been more red and special glowsticks visible too if they were not confiscated by staff at the gate -_- But one good thing about a smaller venue, everyone can practically have a good view of Su.

ACTUAL CONCERT: I’m at a loss of words. I was calm before waiting in line, and then anticipation and excitement arose! I yelled at times, but wanted to hear all of Su’s incredible live singing so did not jump around as much. It went by too fast, and I didn’t wanna miss a single beat. JUNSU came out, and I felt all our adrenaline, blood pumping. My feet were not tired or sore anymore.

-I couldn’t tell, but my Korean friend whose seen him countless of times in Korea said his condition isn’t his best. He was not sick it seems, but prolly due to jetlag and back to back concerts. I thought he was so powerful, intense and energetic!

-FAVORITE SONGS: All were FANTASTIC but must see are Tarantellegra, No gain, INTOXICATION, Elizabeth, and Uncommitted. My favorite ballads: Round and Round, You are so Beautiful. Su even ripped his pants in Uncommitted but played it off well. Couldn’t see in my area, until he left stage suddenly, quickly changed, and told us about it. Su said it was a treat for those who were able to catch that haha.

-During Genie Time, Junsu received a soccer jersey shirt as a gift! Don’t think it counted as a wish. He did Angel Xiah (which he STILL LOVES TO DO based on my k-fan friend, but is shyer as he ages and with men around). He said happy birthday to a fan (lucky girl!), and we wanted him to do an Oyaji gag, but declined prolly cause most of us can’t understand. You underestimate us Su, how can we not know your favorite gags?! He finally did Gangnam style with all our persuading as our last wish!! Maybe he be more comfortable with music on, but I like seeing him all cute and awkward LOL. He said he can’t really do it, cause he simply watched the video but never tried learning it. Junsu, please. You are a fast learner haha, and you say you listen to Gangnam style frequently in your cyworld interview too. Interpreter said Junsu did meet Psy in LA just recently as a plus!

-A fan boy said something prolly like an “I love you Junsu!” and Su replied with his lively English words he knows, sorta like, “WOOH! CHHYEAA! OK! THANK YOU!”

-Fallen Leaves: Yes, he chocked near the end of the performance. No tears, but definitely watery eyed. Aww Su, this song is very meaningful to you and still gets you emotional. Kind of ironic because my Korean friend said she wants to see Junsu cry because in all her concerts seeing him, he never cried! Now she’s saying, “Uljima (don’t cry)!)” He paused a bit to collect himself, tried to smile a bit for us, breathed a big breath, and continued to complete the song. BEAUTIFUL.

CONCLUSION: Honestly, I am not even Junsu biased but Junsu truly captured my heart during this two hour event. I understand why Junsu is so sexy yet so cute, so childlike yet so mature/charismatic! He really is a 110% performer/artist. I can admit no one can hit dance moves with live vocals as spot on as him. It went by too fast. They really do leave us with wanting more huh?! I went by myself, came away with unforgettable memories.
I was trying to make it short but was much longer than expected so sorry! Overall, my favorite and BEST CONCERT I’ve ever been to! No exaggeration needed.

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[Info] FIESTAR Talks About Working With JYJ Member Junsu For “Vista” MV

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[Info] FIESTAR Talks About Working With JYJ Member Junsu For “Vista” MV

Rookie girl group FIESTAR is earning an explosive reaction from the public after releasing the MV for their new song “Vista“. This kind of response is not only due to their specific talents as musicians, but also due to the special feature in the video by JYJ member Junsu (XIA).

Fans were pleasantly surprised to see the unexpected feature by Junsu, and this led to a further interest in the girl group, helping FIESTAR further promote their name.

In regards to working with Junsu, the member of FIESTAR remarked, “He is one of the many seniors we members really respect, and Hyemi especially is a die-hard fan. We were saying that it would be amazing if we could cast senior Junsu for the role, but we had no idea he would really make an appearance. We were so excited.”

When the girls met Junsu for the first time on the day of the MV shoot, all they managed to say was, “He’s really amazing.” With glowing expressions, the girls remarked, “He looked so amazing, the way he was so chic while playing the role of the superhero. We were so nervous that we barely managed to say hello, but he was so friendly and thoughtful, and we fell for him once again when he told us that he hoped we would do really well.”

Of all the members, only Jei was lucky enough to shoot a short scene with Junsu where she is starstruck after seeing him walk by the dressing room. Thinking back to that day, Jei remarked, “I didnt even realize I was blankly staring at senior Junsu with my mouth open, and the director praised my first acting attempt, telling me it looked truly realistic.”

After their short but memorable meeting with Junsu, the girls said, “We were really impressed that he meticulously checked everything on set, despite being a top star. If we too become a star, we would like to work as humbly and hard as senior Junsu.”

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[Video] 120830 XIA 1st World Tour Concert in New York City Part 3

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[Vid] 120830 XIA 1st World Tour Concert in New York City Part 3

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[News] 120906 JYJ’s Jun Su says, “My Ideal Type Is A Feminine Woman”

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[News] 120906 JYJ’s Jun Su says, “My Ideal Type Is A Feminine Woman”

JYJ’s Jun Su recently talked about his ideal type.

On September 5 at 2:00 p.m., Jun Su gave an interview to Korean reporters at Camino Real Hotel in Mexico City before holding a concert in Mexico.

After releasing his first solo album, Tarantallegra, in May, Jun Su had concerts in Seoul, Thailand, Indonesia, Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, New York, and LA, meeting over 40,000 fans. On September 6 at 8:00 p.m., Jun Su will hold a concert at the Auditorio BlackBerry in Mexico City. He’s the first Korean solo singer who holds a concert in Mexico city.

Jun Su also talked about his ideal type.

Jun Su said, “I want to have a girlfriend. I don’t have a specific ideal type, but I like a girl who is polite and feminine. I’ve dated a few times, but I don’t have a girlfriend now. I think I will be kicked out even if I have a girlfriend now, though,” insinuating that he’s currently having busy days.

Regarding the fact that he’s the first Korean solo singer holding a concert in Mexico, Jun Su said, “This is my first visit to Mexico, and I’m very happy to be able to hold a concert here. More than 3,000 fans will come to my concert in spite of the fact that this is my first concert in Mexico. I’m so thrilled.”

Jun Su also said, “When I got this opportunity to hold a concert in Mexico, I thought K-pop had really spread all over the world. I’ll try my utmost to create the best concert for my fans in Mexico.”

Jun Su will also hold concerts in Brazil, Chile, and some European countries.

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[News] 120904 Xia Junsu – Hollywood Palladium – September 2, 2012

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[News] 120904 Xia Junsu – Hollywood Palladium – September 2, 2012

 Tiffanie Lee

Xia Junsu
Hollywood Palladium
09-02-2012

At 25-years-old, “Xia” Kim Junsu has seen more than his share of drama. He ascended to pop royalty in the wildly successful five-member boy band TVXQ (aka DBSK). Following the success of their iconic single “Mirotic” in 2009, he and two other members filed a lawsuit against their label, citing unfair profits margins and an unreasonably long 13-year contract.

They won. Sort of.

In response, the label filed an injunction against the rebellious three; though it was dismissed last year, it led to a hiatus of the legendary K-pop act. Some of the new members formed a new boy band, JYJ, which Kim is still in, despite having his solo gig on the side.

What sets Xia apart from other soloists is that he’s had to label hop (he’s now with C-JeS) so he can get closer to doing whatever he wants; Korean record labels are run like the old Hollywood studio system, and rarely do any stars get autonomy.

Like pop diva Robyn, Kim’s had to snuff out his own bubblegum career in order to emerge as an artist with some semblance of control over his own vision. There’s a reason most proteges don’t strike out on their own: Xia’s own journey has, up until recently, been plagued with constant label changes and suspensions.

In the past three years Kim has played the titular character of Mozart!, released his first solo album Tarantallegra, and has an international tour that recently went through Asia, Europe, South America and is now finishing in the U.S.

While Kim relied heavily on a translator throughout the night, it did not preclude him from interacting happily and extensively. In fact, there were times when Kim just looked content to be musing out loud to a throng of doe-eyed girls.

His new English single “Uncommitted,” produced by Bruce “Automatic” Vanderveer, sounds like it could have been for JT. After performing it live for the first time, Kim remarked that it was really hard to be so intimate with the ladies playing his girlfriends in the video, who had to coach and relax him on set. “Really!” he chirped to the crowd, in English.

Like Michael Jackson, to whom he is often compared, Kim proved to be a commanding performer, carrying a bit of sexuality, but also naiveté. In his bashful interactions with the crowd you almost couldn’t believe this was the guy whose trademark move is the pantomimed doggy style.

Kim has a peculiar allure. He combines the androgyny of a Japanese shock rocker with the masculine prowess of a R&B mack daddy. As the son of a former Miss Korea, he knows a thing or two about pageantry and possesses a feminine mystique. And it drives girls wild.

It’s a shame that most of the night was marred by poor sound quality. Kim’s set design and production quality was impressive, but couched within a traditional rock venue, the hard, militaristic beats didn’t quite work.

 

 Tiffanie Lee

What Kim’s solo career has shown is that his creative passions run far, wide and random. He is a disciplined veteran who easily belts out throaty, velvety jams, all while throwing down polished dance moves. But deep down inside, you know he just can’t wait to let loose on his operatic power ballads.Kim absolutely radiated (and wept) during songs like “I Hate Love” and “Leaves.” He’s not just a theatrical performer. He’s a theater geek trapped in a pop star’s body. Babs, Liza, this is your guy.Nevertheless, the standout performance of the night was the album’s titular single “Tarantallegra,” a rumbling hybrid of pop-meets-classical. The song’s catchline is, “What music would you listen to?” His raging international fans can easily answer that.

Personal Bias: I still get this guy confused with Big Bang’s G-Dragon. I know, not all blonde, svelte K-poppers look alike.

The Crowd: Tweens on the verge of meltdown.

Random Notebook Dump A Minnesotan in town for work decided to check out a random local show and ended up here. Verdict? Different. Good.

Set list below

Set list:
Breath
No Gain
Lullaby
Intoxication
Set Me Free
You Are So Beautiful
Even If I Know
Round and Round
Last Dance
I Am Song
Why Not Love Me
Tarantallegra
Fever
Uncommitted
I Hate Love
Dew Tree
Leaves

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