2NE1 has released a series of BTS photos from their pictorial for ‘2NE1 Loves Shinsegae’ project. The four fierce ladies of 2NE1 recently became the latest models for Shinsegae Department Store. Through the group’s strong and trendy concept, the project plans on creating a young and dynamic fashion department store to attract customers. ‘2NE1 Loves Shinsegae’ project, which also in collaboration with luxury jewelry brand, Chrome Hearts, will run from May 29 to June 27. Check out the photos below.
Nega Network’s new group LC9, which was widely known as the Brown Eyed Boys, has just unveiled a dance practice video for debut title song, “MaMa Beat”! On May 24th, LC9 released their dance practice video, showing fans the whole dance to the song. LC9’s amazing in-sync dancing and teamwork are highlighted in the clip. Check out the video below.
B2ST’s Junhyung and the boys of BTOB are coming back with the second OST piece for Mnet’s new music drama ‘Monstar’. On May 24th, Junhyung and BTOB’s Minhyuk, Sungjae, Changsub and Hyunsik who star as members of the idol group ‘Men In Black’ in the drama, released their latest OST single “After Time Passes”. The song is the remake of ‘Monstar’ music director Postino’s 2006 single. Listen to the track below.
Singer Baek Ji Young, who is currently in her early stage of pregnancy, has just released a new dance single, “Reminded of You”. “Reminded of You” is a disco pop number that features a lyrical piano line, electronic beats and disco style melodies. The song is a collaboration between Baek Ji Young and producer Brave Brothers. Check out the single below!
After first impressing the public on ‘SuperStar K3’, Two Months is making its debut with first single titled, “Number 1”. The single “Number 1” was released for Two Months 2nd anniversary celebration event before Kim Ye Rim’s solo set for June. The duet song is composed and written by the band Peppertones and will showcase Kim Ye Rim and Do Dae Yoon’s sweet and unique harmony. Check out the MV below.
Super Junior’s Donghae and Eunhyuk have just unveiled a short music video for upcoming Japanese single titled, “I Wanna Dance”. Eunhyuk and Donghae will be making a comeback in Japan with new single titled, ‘I Wanna Dance’. To be released on June 19th, the single includes the title song of the same name, as well as the coupling track, “Love That I Need” which was composed and featured by Henry. Check out the MV below!
Having already performed his first comeback stage on ‘M! Countdown’ yesterday, ballad singer Lee Ki Chan is officially back in the local music scene with the release of his new album. On May 24, Lee Ki Chan released his 11th full-length album ‘Twelve Hits’ featuring the title songs “You May Live in Happiness” and “First Impression”. The music video for the tracks included various famous musicians such as Czech National Symphony Orchestra and the Dutch All-Star Big Band. Check out the MVs below.
Boyfriend will be joining the May comeback rush with the release of a new digital single! On May 22, Boyfriend hinted at a comeback by tweeting, “What is everyone doing now~~ Haha. We just finished dinner. Did everyone eat? Of course you did… Oh and we have a surprise present next week. Wait just a bit. You should expect big things~~! And stay healthy!! All right? Sleep well!” Starship Entertainment revealed that the surprise present is a new digital single. “Boyfriend is doing very well in foreign countries and they recently completed fan meeting in four countries. They will be releasing a new single to make up to Korean fans.” Boyfriend will release their digital single on May 28th!
The talented duo and the winner of SBS’ ‘K-Pop Star 2’, Akdong Musician, finally made its choice between the big 3 agencies and signed with YG Entertainment! YG Entertainment announced through a press release, “We can’t reveal the specific details of the contract, but we’ve been meeting with Akdong Musician and their parents, and have completed the negotiations for the contract. We plan to formally sign them within a few days.” Akdong Musician garnered a lot of attention for performing self-composed songs for the ‘K-Pop Star 2’ competition and showing a lot of musical potential despite their young age. The group commented, “We thought that the place that would support our music the best is YG. We want to make better music in a good environment.”
After the tragic death of his girlfriend, singer Son Ho Young has been reported to have attempted suicide in his car. According to police, Son Ho Young attempted to kill himself using the same method as his deceased girlfriend, by lighting a piece of ignition coal in his car on the morning of May 24th. However, the car caught on fire from the coal briquette and he escaped. A passerby noticed the fire and quickly called the fire department. Son Ho Young was rushed to the hospital and is currently in recovery after receiving basic treatment. Previously, Son Ho Young’s girlfriend was found dead in a car under his name on the 21st. She’d been seeing him for a year and autopsy results showed that she committed suicide.
