Artist lineup for VAMPS’ ‘HALLOWEEN PARTY 2011′ revealed

It’s been announced that rock band VAMPS will be holding their Halloween event, ‘HALLOWEEN PARTY 2011‘, once again this year!

The ‘HALLOWEEN PARTY’ attracts a lot of attention thanks to the performers’ unique costumes and gorgeous stage sets. This year, the event will be held at Chiba Makuhari Messe on October 21st and 22nd, and at Kobe World Memorial Hall on October 29th and 30th.

Tickets will be available to the public through Play Guide starting September 24th, however, fans of VAMPS’ fan club, “VAMPADDICT“, will have the chance to pre-order tickets starting August 4th.

October 21st (Fri) – Chiba Makuhari Messe International Convention Complex 9~11 Hall
Artists: VAMPS/Acid Black Cherry/BREAKERZ

October 22nd (Sat) – Chiba Makuhari Messe International Convention Complex 9~11 Hall
Artists: VAMPS/Acid Black Cherry/sads/SID

October 29th (Sat) – Kobe World Memorial Hall
Artists: VAMPS/Acid Black Cherry/and more

October 30th (Sun) – Kobe World Memorial Hall
Artists: VAMPS/Acid Black Cherry/and more

Source: natalie

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Yoo Seung Ho looks cute with a hairpin in his hair and a small fan on his shoulder

The SBS’s Monday-Tuesday drama, Warrior Baek Dong Soo, uploaded a Yoo Seung Ho’s picture on it’s official twitter account.

Tensions are rising as Yoo Seung Ho plays the villain in the drama. It’s his first time performing as a bad guy. In the picture, however, he looks cute.

He put a hairpin in his hair and a small fan on his shoulder to deal with the extremely hot weather.

One of the officials said, “They look like a real girl when male actors put a hairpins in their hair.”

The production, K-pax’s official said, “Shooting a historical drama in the summer is like a war. Everyone is having a hard time because of the hot weather and the heavy rain. Fortunately, our drama set has no damage from the rain. We are so sorry for those who have had harm from the rain.”

Source: Newsen from Nate

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Did Japanese group plagiarize B2ST’s song, ‘Bad Girl’?

Japanese group U.I.C (UGLY in CLARITY) raised doubts of plagiarism by making their song similar to Korean Idol group B2ST’s ‘Bad Girl’.

The song, which raised doubts of plagiarism, called ‘NAKED SUN’ and it was released on June 8, from U.I.C’s first ablum, ADDICTRO. The rap part of this song and the entire melody sound similar to ‘Bad Girl’, so that people who know the song ‘Bad Girl’ can even sing.

Group U.I.C have been release their songs online since in February, 2010. ‘NAKED SUN’ was also released in June, 2010. However, B2ST’s ‘Bad Girl’ was released 8 months earlier in October, 2009.

People want the Cube Entertainment to take an action for this situation.

One of the officials of Cube Entertainment said, “B2ST’s fans told us about the doubt of plagiarism. We don’t know about the U.I.C’s song yet, but we will figure out soon.”

Meanwhile, U.I.C is a group with 3 female vocals and 4 male rappers. They put a song, dance, and rap together and made their own genre ‘ELECTROCK’.

Check the video of Japanese group U.I.C’s ‘NAKED SUN’
Source: E News 24 from Nate

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Korean Artists with Highest Earning in Japan

Korean Artists are grabing attention from throughout the world, but the big  fan following can only be seen in South Asian countries like Japan, China, Taiwan and so on…

Japan is considered to be the entertainment center of Asia, artists who put their flags here can get familiar and famous in whole world. Korean artists has also done the same, we have see many K-pop bands debuted in Japan and even sung songs in Japanese Language. Idols like SNSD, Super Junior, Jang Geun Suk and TVXQ has also debuted in Japan and has created a big craze of K-pop among Japanese Fans.

Recently Korean channel,TVN,  gave a rating of Korean artists with Highest earning in Japan, in the ratings we can clearly see SM-E idols leading the ratings. According to TVN,  SNSD are the most earning artists in Japan, followed by Jang Geun Suk  then TVXQ, Super Junior are on fourth , and on fifth position is Choi Ji woo.

Source: Yesung Center youtube
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2PM to release their first concert DVD, “DON’T STOP CAN’T STOP”

2PM will soon be releasing their first concert DVD, which includes behind-the-scenes action from their ‘DON’T STOP CAN’T STOP‘ tour.

On July 28th, CJ E&M stated, “To commemorate 2PM’s first solo concert that was held last year, a special DVD titled ‘THIS IS FOR MY HOTTEST‘ will be released.”

The DVD consists of 3 CDs containing special HD clips of the concert that brought 38,000 fans to their feet. It also captures performances of 2PM at ‘MULA’ (Mnet Ultimate Live in Asia), as well as clips from the 2010 MAMA, Mnet’s ‘M! Countdown‘ and ‘20’s Choice’.

The DVD is set to be released through various online sites as well as in off-line music shops.

Meanwhile, 2PM will hold their second solo concert ‘2PM HANDS UP ASIA TOUR‘ in September starting in Seoul, and will tour Japan, Thailand, and other Asian countries for about 2 months.

Source: Asia Today via Nate

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Jo Kwon teases about 2AM & 2PM’s variety show appearance

2AM’s Jo Kwon revealed a selca he took with 2PM’s Wooyoung from a practice room at JYPEntertainment.

Jo Kwon tweeted, “Even though it’s hot, and we’re tired, we’re still working hard! In a few hours, 2AM and 2PM will be on air for a variety show, it’s been a while, yoohoo.”

While some fans commented about how Jo Kwon looked more muscular than Wooyoung, others chattered excitedly about their future appearance together: “Jo Kwon’s arms are so attractive”, “I can see your dark circles from here!”, and “I’m totally looking forward to your variety show appearance!”

Source + Photo: Daily Sports via Nate

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Gaon Chart releases chart rankings for the 3rd week of July

The Gaon Chart is the national chart of South Korea and is intended to be the equivalent of Oricon inJapan and Billboard in the United States.

Check out the chart rankings for the 3rd week of July below!

Gaon Chart National Digital Singles Ranking

1. miss A – “Goodbye Baby” – 81,411,730 Points

2. T-ara – “Roly Poly” – 38,615,606 Points

3. 2NE1 – “Hate You” – 37,849,387 Points

4. GG – “I Cheated” ft. Park Bom – 37,161,898 Points

5. HyunA – “Bubble Pop!” – 35,301,477 Points

6. HOMME – “Laughing Cause I’m A Man” – 34,564,263 Points

7. Drooping Snail – “Apgujeong Delinquint” – 29,976,051 Points

8. MBLAQ – “Mona Lisa” – 29,946,027 Points

9. Baek Ji Young – “I Still Love You Today” – 28,927,022 Points

10. 2NE1 – “I’m The Best” – 26,005,781 Points

Gaon Chart National Physical Albums Ranking

1. Various Artists – “Infinity Challenge West Coast Highway”

2. INFINITE – “Over The Top”

3. MBLAQ – “Mona Lisa”

4. Various Artists – “You’ve Fallen For Me Part.1 OST”

5. B2ST – “Fiction and Fact”

6. f(x) – “Hot Summer 1st Album Repackage”

7. GD&TOP – “1st Album High High”

8. SNSD – “Run Devil Run The 2nd Album Repackage”

9. F.T Island – “RETURN (EP)”

10. CNBLUE – “1st Album FIRST STEP”

Source: Gaon Chart

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KBS on JYJ’s cancellation: “SNSD and f(x) would make a bigger impact for ‘N7W’ initiative”

Last week, we reported on KBS’s official explanation as to why JYJ’s appearance on the program, “New Seven Wonders“, was suddenly cancelled. In that statement, KBS argued that SM Entertainment’s SNSD and f(x) were the original performers of the event.

Due to the unceasing uproar of JYJ’s fans, KBS released another official announcement to further clarify their reasoning behind canceling JYJ.

The producer of the show stated on July 28th, “The show was cancelled by the decision of the producers.”

“We received a call on July 15th that SNSD and f(x), who were the initial ambassadors chosen for the program, were eventually able to adjust their schedules for our promotional event.”

“As Jeju is an island, the citizens have a strong desire to experience popular culture, but it’s true that providing such cultural opportunities is limited in Jeju when compared to other cities like Seoul. After receiving confirmations from SNSD and f(x), we believed this program was a good opportunity to bring them performances by big stars.”

He added, “As this show is being broadcast worldwide (72 countries via KBS World), we believed SNSD and f(x) (who toured all the way in Europe recently) would have a greater impact on promoting Jeju for the ‘New Seven Wonders’ initiative. After laying down this judgment, we called JYJ’s agency on July 16th at 9 AM and explained the situation, sincerely apologized, and asked for their understanding.”

He concluded, “The producer of the show holds the authority as to who will perform or be cast for a show, and this decision was made after analyzing which artists would make a greater impact. We are very apologetic for dissatisfying the minds of those who gave their interest and support to this show, and KBS will repay the viewers’ interest with a great Jeju Island special episode.”

Source: Newsen via Nate

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