►►New Releases: 01/22/10
KBS Music Bank live performances are added!
MVs: After School Jung Ah’s “You’re Cute” (Pasta OST) + 2NB’s “Black Tears” & “Obvious Woman” + Shinhwa Andy’s “One Love” + Jiyo’s “Sideroad” + J-Hwan’s “Glaw Worm” + Lyn’s “Making memories” + 4Men’s “Magic Body” + After School’s “Because of You” (remix) + Gavy NJ feat. MJ’s “Sunflower” + 2AM’s “Even If I Die, I Can’t Send You Away” (subbed)
Teasers: SNSD’s “Oh!” + TRAX’s “Let you go”
Song: BEAST’s “Ready Go” (God of Study OST)
Live perfs (Music Bank 100122): 2AM’s “Even If I Die, I Can’t Send You Away” + C.N BLUE’s “I’m a loner” + TRAX’s “Never let you go” + ZE:A’s “Mazeltov” + F.Cuz’s “Jiggy” + After School’s “My Lips…Warm Like Coffee” + After School’s “Because of You” (remix) + T-ara’s “Like the beginning” + Seeya, Davichi & T-ara’s “Wonder Woman” + HAM’s “Tomorrow” + Rainbow’s “Not your girl” + IU’s “Marshmallow” + Eun Ji Won’s “Siren” + DIA’s “Another Boy” + 2AM’s interview + C.N BLUE’s interview + K-Chart No.20~11 + K-Chart No.10~4 + JoKwon & GaIn’s “We Fell In Love” WINS!
►►Lee Min Woo is discharged from hospital on January 13th
I hope they’re not rushing things because the accident sounded HORRIBLE…like his whole body broke 
Shinhwa member Lee Minwoo has been discharged from the hospital after a 19-day stay.
Lee Minwoo met with a car accident near the Yongpyeong Ski Resort on 24th Dec last year and was sent to a hospital in Seoul on 25th Dec. He has apparently been discharged on 13th Jan and is currently recuperating at home.
A rep from Lee Minwoo’s management company told Newsen in a phone interview on 13th Jan, “Lee Minwoo has been discharged from the hospital today, and he’s currently resting at his own home.”
Lee Minwoo suffered injuries to his neck, waist and spine, and also showed signs of a concussion. He was transferred to a Seoul hospital on 25th Dec. Following that, he had to usher in the new year in the hospital and also had no choice but to cancel his concert ‘M’s Suite Room’, previously scheduled for 16th and 17th Jan at Ewha Women’s University.
►►Andy’s last thought before entering military service, “I think of Shin Hye Sung hyung the most”
It’s certainly a sad day for Shinhwa fans as one of the members, Andy, is now off to serve in the South Korean army 😦
ShinHwa Andy picks member Shin HyeSung as the member he thinks of the most.
Andy reported for his 20-months military services at ChoongNam Nonsan camp at 1pm on 11th January. He gave up his American citizenship in 2003 and came back to Korea for his celebrity promotions and is the only ShinHwa member doing active service.
On the day, about 200 fans were present to send him off to his military service. He was accompanied by ShinHwa members Eric and Kim DongWan who are currently serving their military services.
Andy said, “At this point in time, I think of the members the most. Especially Shin HyeSung hyung. HyeSungie hyung is the only who did not contact me.”
►►Shinhwa’s Andy will enlist into the military on January 11th
Shinhwa’s Andy will be entering active military service on January 11, 2009 2010.
Andy will enter the Choongnam Army Training Facility at 1pm on the 11th, where he will go through basic training, and then leave to fulfill his military obligations for two years.
According to Andy’s representative, “Although he is entering the miliatry on the 11th, he had a very busy schedule, which included holding concerts, including his Asia Tour. He is spending the beginning of the year taking care of personal matters before he enters the military.”
In 2003, Andy gave up his green card in the U.S. to be a celebrity in Korea, including Shinhwa activities. Among Shinhwa members, Andy will be on the only one entering active military service.
Upon hearing the news that he will be entering active military service, his fans have been expressing their sadness. His fans have expressed their sadness while sending their support by saying, “Andy oppa, it’s going to be difficult for you to enter the military when it’s cold,” “He’s going to active military service, that’s admirable,” and “Will be able to see him after two years?”.
**Koreans differentiate between Active and Non-active military service. The only difference is that in Active military service, they have to live in military dorms on base, while non-active members (Eric, DW, JunJin) get to go home everyday (think of it as equal to working a 9-5 job).
Credit: Newsen + ShinHwaChangJo
►►Shinhwa’s Dongwan give fans an update on Lee Min Woo and his accident
It has been reported on January 1st that Lee Min Woo (M) was involved in a serious car accident. His friend from Shinhwa, Dongwan, then wrote entries to assure fans and give them an update on Min Woo’s current situation:
From Dongwan’s 01/02 Naver Blog Entry:
“Don’t worry too much about Minwoo
Although we failed to keep Minwoo’s injuries from being found out by the enemies.
It’s alright~ Because Minwoo is Superman~^0^/”
The translator noted that Dongwan is most probably referring to the media as “enemies”. That explains why the news only got out now though the accident happened in December. They purposely kept it among themselves to stop the story from being sensationalized by reporters.
[10.01.01] Dongwan’s memolog: I’m amazed too.
When I get the feeling of people doubting the possibility of something
An enormous desire to challenge them would emerge.
Perhaps because all this time I’ve been receiving a lot of praise and love.
So in fact I only pick out people who are hard on me.. Because I want to be provoked…ㅋ
Shinhwa is only a name
Is it possible to regroup again?
Actually… Words like this… I like!
Because this is a good stimulant~
Until the time we regroup again
It will be good if we can continue to hear things like this.
This way
We will stay alert and not slack off,
Unlike how we were only sufficiently prepared when we were receiving a lot of love,
We will be completely and fully prepared.!
The thing that we want to protect
Is Shinhwa’s stage and orange color,
Not the number of fans we have.
How is the relationship among the members, one may ask?
ㅋㅋㅋ
Because I’m amazed too.^_^
Happy New Year!
►►What are the biggest fan clubs in Korea right now?
Fans, take pride in your fan clubs!
*also note that these are only registered fanclub members, I’m sure there are wayyy more than the numbers listed below for each group 😉
Despite their #1 unbeatable spot, TVXQ’s official fanclub, Cassiopeia, has decreased in numbers:
DBSK: 797,821 (used to be 800,000+)
Big Bang: 378,859
BoA: 342,848
Lee Hyori: 327,160
SNSD: 285,790
SS501: 278,598
Super Junior: 260,156
2PM: 222,090
Shinhwa: 193,974
Rain: 188,387
Se7en: 162,375
Lee Jun Ki: 136,066
Wonder Girls: 112,823
FT Island: 112,213
SHINee: 107,330
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►►Lee Min Woo (M) publicized his new girlfriend!
I’m not sure if following netizens’ comments are a good thing but looking at her freakin huge eyes…I say she’s plastic =.=;
but I must say she’s better looking than Amy at the very least 😀
Lee Min Woo, who has been alone since his relationship with socialite Amy, is back into the love scene as he reveals his newest crush to the public.
These photos have been circulated around the internet, yet, the girl’s identity is still unknown!
Few netizens’ Comments :
* Plastic woman
* She’s not plastic
* Amy unnie don’t cry!
(more…)
►►New Releases: 10/25/09
Big Bang’s Taeyang finally gets on stage! And more exciting performances to come on SBS Inkigayo!
Teasers: Andy (Shinhwa) feat. Jumper’s “Single Man” + Lee Young Hyun’s “Sorry, I Love You”
Perfs (Inkigayo 091025): Beast & Mblaq’s Interview + SS501’s “Only One Day” & “Love Like This” (comeback) + Taeyang’s “Where You At” + 4Minute’s “What a girl wants” (comeback) + SHINee’s “Ring Ding Dong” + Beast’s “Bad Girl” + G-Dragon’s “A Boy” + Mblaq’s “Oh Yeah” + Mighty Mouth feat. Naomi’s “Smile” (comeback) + Woo Yi Kyung feat. 4Minute Ji Yoon’s “Look at me” + Kim Tae Woo’s “Love Rain” + T-ara & Supernova’s “TTL Listen 2” + Zin TaeHwa’s “Fallen Angel” + Beast does Digital Music Chart! + Kim Tae Woo WINS!
Funny Clip of the Day: SHINee’s cuts on Star King 091024!
►►Shin Hye Sung’s Agency wants to apologize
Sad story about gambling…
if you have no idea where this story came from click here
Boy band Shinhwa member Shin Hye-sung’s agency issued an apology on Friday, asking fans to forgive the singer who has been indicted on charges of compulsive gambling.
A day earlier, Incheon District Court indicted without physical detention the 29-year-old singer for gambling with money worth over 120,000 dollars over five occasions in Macau between July 2007 and April 2008. He was also handed a fine of 8,500 dollars.
“We deeply apologize to those of you who would have been shocked and disappointed on what you heard in the news today,” wrote Liveworks Company on the singer’s official website.
►►Shin Hye Sung is a GAMBLER
That price… WHOA O_O
Shin Hye Sung has been found guilty of excessive gambling.
Talented vocal of Shinhwa was fined W10mil ($8,600) by the judge for his crime.
From July 2007 to April 2008, Shin visited Macau 5 times and spent about W140mil ($120k) in baccarat games. We haven’t seen him on screen for a while, and it appears that we won’t be seeing him nor a full Shinhwa in the near future.
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►►DBSK in the eyes of other celebs, including Big Bang’s G-Dragon
Of course we fan girls talk about these guys and their talents all the time, but other artists have been praising DBSK too! This includes G-Dragon, FT Island, Lee Seung Chul, Kim Gun Mo, Shinhwa, Nell, Andre Kim, and a whole lot more!
Dong Bang Shin Ki are the senior singers that we like. They are good at singing, and we also study their dance move and stage performance. We also see them as a role model in term of self-development. – G-Dragon (BigBang)
They have the ability to attract one attention the moment they stepped on stage, and to see their awesome performance even in this economy downturn for music industries, therefore I’m hoping to see many music groups who is the same as Dong Bang Shin Ki, not to take them as imitate target, but to have the same influential ability as them, to brighten up this industries. – Tony An (Former H.O.T member)
Dong Bang Shin Ki dance is full of energy, it will be a pity if they can’t go on ‘Live’. Their live performances would normally attract your full attention unknowingly. – Bae Ji Yeong (Singer)
Seen their performance, though there are still improvement to make, but we also have to praise them for what they have done great too. They are skillful in singing, improved a lot as compare to their debut time. Keep in mind not to rush it will be good. – Kim Jong Seo (Senior rock singer)
While doing some event, many singers would wave and greet to me, but if I missed them, they would normally walked pass. But remember once I didn’t notice Dong Bang Shin Ki were greeting to me, and they actually came closer and greet me, which really amazed me. They are really polite. – Sung Si Kyung (Singer)
Xiah JunSu, his voice is the precious treasure of Asia. – Mazio Kiyoshi
Many had covered our songs, but the one performanced by Xiah JunSu of Dong Bang Shin Ki is the best I have heard. – Big Mama (Powerful girl group)
►►Audition opportunities: JYP and SM Global Auditions available NOW!
Amidst of their crisis (DBSK lawsuit and 2PM’s Jaebum issues), these two huge and ultra popular Korean entertainment groups still are opening up auditions for foreigners all over the world (even though most of them are held in the U.S.). So if you think you’ve got talent, come and show them what you’ve got!
SM Global Audition 2009
The company that brought you H.O.T, S.E.S, Shinhwa, TVXQ, CSJH, Jang Ri In, Super Junior, SNSD, Shinee, and f(x) have come back in 2009 for another Global Tour. If you have what it takes to audition, bring on your game! Check the audition site for more information.
Audition Categories: Singer, Actor/Actress, Model, Dancer, Composer/Lyricist
Audition Schedule and Location:
LOS ANGELES: NOV.15TH (SUN) 1PM – 7PM: Wilshire Plaza Hotel, 3515 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010 MAP
TORONTO: NOV.22ND (SUN) 1PM – 7PM: Toronto Korean Center (Hanin Center), 1133 Leslie St. North York. ON. Canada. M3C 2J6 MAP
VANCOUVER: NOV.22 (SUN) 1PM – 7PM: Executive Plaza Hotel in Coquitlam, 405 North Road, Coquitlam, British Columbia, V3K 3V9, Canada MAP
NEW YORK: NOV. 27 (FRI) 3PM – 8PM and NOV. 28 (SAT) 1PM – 7PM: Korea Village (At Open Center, B1) 150-24 Northern Blvd. Flushing, NY 11354 MAP
How to Apply:
Email Application: 2009@smtown.com (We will send a confirmation receipt of the time/place to the indicated e-mail address).
Direct Registration: Applications may register once they arrive at the audition location. (Applications who apply with email with have priority then applicants who apply at the audition location).
►►New Releases: 09/23
Happy Wednesday! the middle day of the week no one really cares about 🙂
MVs: Salariedman’s “Bad Mananger Kim” + K.will’s “They Can’t Love” + Memory’s “Paradise” & “Luv” + SNSD Taeyeon & Sunny’s “I’m Only In Love” (Heading to the Ground OST)
Songs: DBSK Jaejoong & Yoochun’s “Shelter” + Jun Jin feat. Uee & Suk Hee’s “Fate Love Farewell”
CFs: Brown Eyed Girls’ “Abracadabra Juvis photoshoot” + DBSK’s Pinky ads “Winter breath” & “Shinki” (2 versions)
Parody/funny clip of the day: Korean guys parody G-Dragon’s “Heartbreaker”!
►►Koreans want to sign up under YG Entertainment the most
With 2NE1 rising above and beyond as a rookie group while 2PM sadly got into a huge scandal (JYP) and DBSK going against its own company (SM), you can pretty tell how they made this decision…
A survey was done from 15th to 22nd September on community portal site DCInside on the question of “If you are a singer wannabe, which company do you want to enter the most and which company can you trust the most?” and YG Entertainment has came in #1 on the survey.
Find out the other entertainment companies voted on the survey.
Of the 5,503 votes, YG Entertainment got 1,456 votes (26.5%). YG Entertainment is set up by Yang Hyun Seok who was part of ‘Seo Taiji and Boys’ and is a company which has produced many great hiphop musicians and actors – Jinusean, 1TYM, Big Mama, WheeSung, Big Bang, 2NE1 etc.
And it is known that the artistes in the company are close to each other, having a very tight family. And the company had actresses like Park HanByul and Goo HyeSun.
►►SNSD’s Fan Club is #1 among all idol groups’ Fan Clubs
At first you’d think Cassiopeia, Hottest, or ELFs right? But..it’s not =.=;
Netizens have chosen So Nyuh Shi Dae for having the fanclub with the strongest “power”. “Power” in this case is used to describe the positive activeness of a fanclub.
The community portal site, dcinside.com, conducted a survey from the 8th to the 15th with the subject, “What idol group fanclub do you think has the strongest power?” So Nyuh Shi Dae’s fanclub, SONE, took the first place.
From a total of 6,527 votes, the fanclub SONE got 1,888 votes (28.9%) and is doing great in its roles as reliable supporters for SNSD since last year. As much as SNSD is enjoying popularity by a variety of united generations, there are also extreme anti-fans, and needless to say SONE is trying to keep them in check. Whenever criticism came up, SONE showed an uncommon “power” by actively clearing the issue. Recently, when So Nyuh Shi Dae was accused of plagiarism in their song, “Tell Me Your Wish”, their fanclub checked it directly with the person in charge and even proved that the singer was the one who plagarized SNSD’s song.
But guess who else made the list!
►►Incheon Korean Wave Festival: a field of stars [VIDs]
Here’s all the vids you could possibly find for a full coverage of all your favorite stars at Incheon Korean Wave Festival. Included is also 2PM’s last performance with leader Jaebum 😦
So happy Saturday and enjoy! 🙂
►►All the artistes who have endorsed Rain’s Six to Five clothing line
His logo is a rocket for some reasons but I think it’s cute~ and whoa. All these artistes… @_@
10 brownie points to you if you can name them all!^^
►►Lee Min Woo: youngest star to have 1st kiss w/o parents knowing + stole money from mom
Who would have thought all these ‘crimes’ were committed by Shinhwa’s Lee Min Woo or “M”?
On the 22th Aug episode of SBS variety programme Star Junior Show, M Lee Minwoo was picked by the panel of stars’ parents as the star who had his first kiss at the youngest age without parents finding out.
Interestingly, the parents all had different reasons for picking him. Lee Ji Hye’s mother said to the amusement of everyone, “His eyes are very charming when he smiles, and can melt just about any girl. That’s exactly the style I like.”
Lee Minwoo’s mother picked her own son too, affirming his popularity with girls and his status as a ladies’ man since he was young. “I’ve lost count of the number of girls who were sticking to him.”
Lee Minwoo himself also made a confession out of his guilty conscience that he stole money from his mother when he was young. “I ran out of pocket money and took money out of the cash register at my mother’s beauty salon.”
This episode of Star Junior Show will be aired on 22 August at 5.15pm.
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►►Top 5 expensive star names in Korea
Anybody surprised that Seo Taiji, Bae Young Joon, Boa, Shinhwa, and TVXQ tops the list? Not me.
1. Seo-Taiji ($180,000,000 WON)
2. Bae Young Joon ($100,000,000 + WON)
3. Boa ($100,000,000 WON)
►►What’s your fan club tag?
As we all know in the Kpop world, each different group has their own fan club and each fan club has a pretty unique name. So, I just wanna find out what “tag” you’d consider yourself to have. Go crazy, you can have more than one 😉
If you see a missing tag, comment here and I’ll add it ^^
List of Tags:
[I AM] – 2AM
[HOTTEST] – 2PM
[Black Jack]– 2NE1
[4NIA] 4Minute
[ Play Girlz] After School
[구름] (Cloud) – Bi Rain
[V.I.P] – Big Bang
►►►August Birthdays◄◄◄
The birthday song in Korean~ ^^
♫ 생일 축하 합니다 – Saengil Chukha Hamnida – Happy birthday to you
생일 축하 합니다 – Saengil Chukha Hamnida – Happy birthday to you
사랑하는 _____! – Sarang ha neun _____! – Happy birthday dear ______!
생일 축하 합니다 – Saengil Chukha Hamnida – Happy birthday to you ♫
1 – Tiffany (SNSD) turns 20
2 – Park Jung Ah (After School) turns 26
3 – Kim Hyung Joon (SS501) turns 22
3 – Kang Min Kyung (Davichi) turns 19
4 – Jung Jae Won (Nell) turns 29
4 – SunMin turns 22
6 – Andy Lee (Tension) turns 31
7 – Hai Ming (AST’1) turns 22
11 – Bekah (After School) turns 20 12 – Sun Ye (Wonder Girls) turns 20
16 – Jeong Jun Il (Mate) turns 26
17 – Uhm Jung Hwa turns 38 18 – G-Dragon (Big Bang) turns 21
18 – Jun Jin (Shinhwa) turns 29
21 – Kibum (SuJu) turns 22
21 – Lio (Battle) turns 22
21 – Song Seung Hyun (F.T Island) turns 17
24 – Yesung (Super Junior) turns 25)
25 – Lee Gyo Won (Biuret) turns 25 28 – Jokwon (2AM) turns 20
30 – So Hyun (4Minute) turns 15
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