The long-awaited PV for X-JAPAN’s “JADE” has been released!

X-JAPAN’s highly anticipated single, “JADE”, has now had its PV released to the public!

This 6-minute video is from a live performance, and while wearing all black outfits, X-JAPAN’s vocalist Toshi’s voice echoes through the crowd, who are holding x-shaped glow sticks.

X-JAPAN will release this single on June 28th.


Check out their epic performance below!



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F.T. Island says goodbye with “Hello Hello” on M! Countdown

Having been away for a long while, the F.T. Island boys are saying goodbye once more through today’s Mnet M! Countdown after a month of promotions with “Hello Hello“.

F.T. Island are concluding their third mini-album promotions to prepare for their one-month-long “2011 F.T. Island Natsu Tour Messenger” concert tour which begins on June 29th.


So check out their goodbye stage below!



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f(x) performs “Hot Summer” on M! Countdown

Having done themselves proud with a winning “Pinocchio” run, the f(x) girls are back once more with follow-up promotions for their latest title track, “Hot Summer“, to keep you cool during this hot summer!

“Hot Summer” is a dance pop track from their repackaged album, and it has an intense synthesized sound and beat, telling the story of girls who find romance in the days of summer.


Check out their follow-up stage on M! Countdown below!




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Kim Hyun Joong wins #1 again on M! Countdown + other performances

Mnet’s “M! Countdown” is back with another episode of great performances and musical treats.

Besides the usual stages on the show today, f(x), Rainbow, and A Pink begun their follow-up promotions. Elsewhere, F.T. Island said goodbye, while 8eight made their comeback.

It was a battle between Kim Hyun Joong, f(x), and SECRET for the #1 spot on “M! Countdown” today, and in the end it was Kim Hyun Joong who got his second consecutive win on the show!


Congratulations to Kim Hyun Joong!




























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SS501’s Heo Young Saeng releases Rainy Heart music video!

Having concluded his “Let It Go” promotions last week, Heo Young Saeng has now released a MV for his ballad track “Rainy Heart” on June 23rd.

“Rainy Heart” is a medium-tempo ballad which emphasizes a calm melody and a melodious guitar, along with lyrics that express Heo’s vocal talents and features the rap of SS501 member Kim Kyu Jong.


Check out the music video below, which also stars actress Park Chae Kyung!



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A Pink is the “It Girl” on M! Countdown

Having made a fairy-like debut with “I Don’t Know“, the A Pink girls are right back at it with “It Girl” for their follow-up promotions on today’s Mnet M! Countdown.

With just a week’s rest (doubt they had much), the girls are coming back with their their innocent, fairy-like image intact but with a more approachable and outgoing kick to their style.

Their follow-up track, “It Girl”, from their debut album was composed by Kim Gun Woo. The song is characterized as a sweet synth pop track and is noted for its combination of an arpegio patterned synth and cute dance beat. Kim Gun Woo made sure to emphasize the girls’ innocent image with sweet lyrics about a love confession. The repetitive lyrics make for an addictive and powerful track.

Check it out below!












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8eight makes a comeback on M! Countdown

Talented group 8eight has returned to the music scene with the release of their mini album, “Eight”, and their title track, “Close That Lip“, on today’s Mnet M! Countdown.

Composed by Park Sun Joo, the song is supported by 8eight’s amazing vocals and Don Spike’s sophisticated arrangements. Fans are mostly used to the 8eight that sings ballads, but they will see a brand new style with this new track.

Lee Hyun shows a new vocal style, Joohee sings the climax with emotion and delicacy, and Baekchan flaunts not only his rap skills, but also his singing skills.

Check out their comeback stage below!



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Cube Entertainment artists promote crime prevention among elementary students

Artists from Cube Entertainment recently took part in a project with the Korean National Police Agency to create a series of video clips aimed to promote crime prevention amongst teens.

A variety of possible scenarios were acted out by the members from B2ST, 4minute and G.NA on what to expect and react when they happen.

Check ‘em all out below!



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Making-of video for 2PM’s “Hands Up” MV revealed!

The making-of video for 2PM’s “Hands Up” music video has just been released!

In the video, fans catch a glimpse of the “beastly boys” in action. First, we see the 2PM members rocking it out in their limousine. Afterwards, the video separates into individual behind-the-scenes clips, starting with Taecyeon nervously driving a yellow Lamborghini and continuing on with Chansung’s sizzling poolside scene. Brace yourself, Hottests, because 2PM is ready to make your summer hotter than ever!


Check out the footage below!




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Kim Yuna & IU release music video for “Kiss & Cry” theme song, “Ice Flower”!

After releasing the audio for their much-anticipated duet track for SBS’s “Kiss & Cry“, “Ice Flower“, the music video of IU and Kim Yuna recording for the track has now been released.

IU and Kim Yuna’s duet track was recorded back on June 8th in the recording studio, and had been revealed briefly for the first time on the episode aired on the 19th before the full release on the 21st.

“Ice Flower”, was produced to be the show’s theme song, and expresses a message of hope through the lyrics that asks everyone to overcome their obstacles, and the song was produced by Lee Min Soo.

The music video shows them recording in the studio and also has some footage from the show.

Representatives continued, “It normally takes over two hours to record a song, but they managed to finish it in an hour, which surprised all of the staff members.”

Profits from the digital single will go towards the development of better training environments for figure skaters. Figure skaters in Korea do not yet have their own exclusive ice-rink and must share with ice hockey players. In an effort to aid the figure skaters that must move ice-rinks late at night after hours, the two have decided to donate their profits towards the cause.

You can support the cause by purchasing the music, check it out below!




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Who designed 2NE1’s jacket photo for “I Am The Best”?

YG Entertainment had many fans doing a double take when the jacket picture of 2NE1’s “I Am The Best” was revealed yesterday, unveiling colorful four cartoon caricatures of the quartet. To compliment their fierce image, each girl was drawn with smokey make-up, wielding brightly-colored sub-machine guns and pistols in hand. So the question is, who was behind these cartoons?


After widespread curiosity sparked regarding the identity of the artist behind the design, Mari Kim revealed on her personal blog that she was the one that had created the four works.

As a graphic artist rooted in the “pop surrealism” art form, Kim used her eye-popping style to design the striking artwork for 2NE1’s jacket image.

In a 2009 interview, Kim revealed that many had dubbed her art style as “sensational” and “frightening”, and that she herself considers her works to be paintings instead of characters. “I like cult and zombie movies and I’m a metal rock lover,” she explained. “I want to express this identity through my work.”


Kim received a bachelor’s degree in multimedia and a master’s in animation studies at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia. Since then, she has been invited to the Berlin Pictoplasma Art Festival, which focuses on contemporary character design and art. In 2007, her collaborative video art piece, “Goldfish in a throat” was screened at the Busan International Video Festival. Nowadays, she gives lectures at Chungkang College of Cultural Industries and is preparing to publish a book this fall.

She has also collaborated with Young Mean Kang to produce a MV for SORO (서로)’s “Beengle Beengle”:








SORO (서로1집) - Beengle Beengle (빙글빙글) Official M/V Music video


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Rainbow releases “Sweet Dream” MV teaser!

Having teased and announced their follow-up promotions for Rainbow’s follow-up track “Sweet Dream” last week, DSP Media has today revealed the MV teaser for it.

The teaser is set in a club setting and features Go Woori rapping as the images flickers between the Rainbow members and 7 Woori doppelgangers before ending on an abrupt note, making for an eerie feel.


“Sweet Dream” is said to be a pop dance track that aims to charm with its sweet, fantasy-like feel.

The girls will begin follow-up promotions on the June 23rd episode of Mnet’s “M! Countdown“.

Rainbow - SweetDream Teaser


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Rainbow releases “Sweet Dream” MV teaser!

Having teased and announced their follow-up promotions for Rainbow’s follow-up track “Sweet Dream” last week, DSP Media has today revealed the MV teaser for it.

The teaser is set in a club setting and features Go Woori rapping as the images flickers between the Rainbow members and 7 Woori doppelgangers before ending on an abrupt note, making for an eerie feel.


“Sweet Dream” is said to be a pop dance track that aims to charm with its sweet, fantasy-like feel.

The girls will begin follow-up promotions on the June 23rd episode of Mnet’s “M! Countdown“.

Rainbow - SweetDream Teaser


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Rania to promote overseas

Girl group Rania is on the move to promote overseas, even though it’s only been two months since their debut.

Rania will start with a showcase on July 16th in Bangkok, Thailand, after which, they’ll promote in Cambodia and Singapore for July. In August, they will stop by the Philippines, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, Laos, and Vietnam.

Their company said, “Hallyu’s strength is big. Their video had a ton of hits on YouTube. There are over 200 cover videos as well.”


They added, “We already had discussions for a CF contract with a Thai drink and network carriers. The team has a Thai member so they have received a lot of attention from the country.”








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Block B and B1A4 to release new MVs through MTV

We reported last week that rookie groups Block B and B1A4 would be participating in a special MTV reality show entitled, “Match Up”. The show has just announced that in addition to the premiere episode on June 22nd, they will also be releasing new music videos for both teams. The videos are expected to showcase the very different concepts and styles of the two groups.

First, Block B’s video for their upcoming title track “Tell Them” includes extreme sports and graffiti and is said to encompass the youthful and carefree energy of the seven talented boys. You can catch a glimpse of this in the “Halo” teaser that was released just a few days ago.

In comparison, B1A4’s video for “Only Learned the Bad Things” will be a cute love story, a concept quite befitting for the boys who have garnered so much attention for their pretty looks. The music video is said to feature a “B” blood-type male, stereotypically believed to be passionate and irresponsible.

“Match Up” will be following the groups through their daily activities to show fans and viewers all the members’ personalities. The first episode airs June 22nd at 11PM KST, followed by the release of their two new music videos at midnight. Make sure you don’t miss out!




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‘Second Connie Talbot’ discovered on “Korea’s Got Talent”

On June 18th, a 10 year old girl named Kim Tae Hyun captivated the audience of tvN’s “Korea’s Got Talent” with her cover of Annie’s “Tomorrow.”

Viewers were reminded of the surprising vocal talent of “Britain’s Got Talent” contestant Connie Talbot and couldn’t help but smile as they watched her blush with every question asked by the judges.


Kim Tae Hyun earned a roaring round of applause from the audience and praise from even the harshest of critics, Kolleen Park, and the judges. Song YoonA said, “You did so well. You made me so happy.” Jang Jin added, “I think you’re going to be working with Kolleen Park soon.”

Viewers commented, “It’s like an adorable angel has descended upon us”, “I got goose bumps the minute she began singing”, and “Our country, too, has a child prodigy as well now.”



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SECRET wins Inkigayo Mutizen + other performances

SBS’s Inkigayo is back once again, and this week’s show was full of amazing and fun performances from the top participating K-pop artists!

The ‘Take 7‘ nominees for this week’s show were B2ST (“Fiction“), Baek Ji Young (“As Usual“), F.T. Island (“Hello Hello“), SECRET (“Starlight Moonlight“), Sunny Hill (“Midnight Circus“), 4MEN (“To Live At Least Once“), and Kim Hyun Joong (“Break Down“).


























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Singer Kim Ji Yeon makes a comeback after 17 years for “God’s Quiz 2″ OST

Veteran singer Kim Ji Yeon, who was a hit in the ’90s with her song “When the Cool Wind Blows“, made a surprise re-emergence after 17 long years through her participation for OCN’s “God’s Quiz 2” OST!

She debuted back in 1998 through University Music Festival and landed her biggest hit with the song the song “When the Cool Wind Blows”, which was used as actress Lee Sang Ah’s theme song in the drama “Flowering Tree“. In 1994, after releasing her 3rd full album, Kim Ji Yeon left the entertainment industry for what seemed like good until she surprised music fans everywhere on June 17th with the release of “Just Until Then” for “God’s Quiz 2.”

Even after almost 20 years, Kim Ji Yeon showed off her clean, pure voice. The song is definitely a pleasant surprise and present for fans, and many have claimed that it reminds them of the days back then.

Officials from CJ E&M stated, “Because it’s been such a long time, this will be a good chance to hear Kim Ji Yeon ’s smooth voice.”




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70,000 fans sign up for T-ara’s debut showcase in Japan!

As previously reported, T-ara will be holding a Japanese showcase at the AX Hall in Shibuya on July 5th, and it’s been revealed that over 70,000 fans have submitted request forms to attend!

Only 1,500 fans will be invited, so fans will be up against some fierce competition. J-ROCK, their label, has revealed plans of promoting T-ara as actresses, MCs, singers, and movie stars. As such, fans can expect an explosive debut coming from the T-ara girls in the coming months.


Ahead of their Japanese debut, however, is their Korean “Roly-Poly” comeback on July 1st, so stay tuned for more updates.


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B2ST says goodbye with “Fiction” on Music Core

Having already clinched multiple wins for “Fiction” , the B2ST boys said their goodbye on today’s MBC Music Core ahead of their impending Japan promotions.

Though it has only been a month, the boys are wrapping up promotions on a high, having won triple crowns on M! Countdown and Music Bank, and being a two-time Mutizen winner on Inkigayo.


Cube Entertainment representatives explained, “The members of B2ST are all very thankful for the love and support their fans have sent. B2ST will not be promoting a follow-up track, and will be just wrapping up a month of promotions.”

So check out their final “Fiction” stage on Music Core below!




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