Thursday, October 28, 2010

[News] Nominees for 2010 Mnet Asian Music Awards revealed

There has been much controversy over Mnet’s decision to hold their annual awards ceremony, “2010 Mnet Asian Music Awards“, overseas in Macau on Sunday, November 28th, as it angered the two TV broadcasters, MBC and SBS. However, Mnet is no stranger to such situations, and they have now revealed the nominees in the various categories for the extravaganza.

Despite supposedly “bad blood” between Mnet and SM Entertainment, SM Entertainment artists like Super Junior, SNSD, SHINee were nominated in the various categories released by Mnet on their official website. Mnet had said earlier in a press conference today that they had sent invitations to all entertainment companies, including SME and were awaiting a response from them.

And here are the nominees!

Daesang Award
Singer of the Year
Song of the Year
Album of the Year

Female Group Award
2NE1
4minute
KARA
T-ara
SNSD

The Shilla Duty Free Asian Wave Award
2PM
4minute
CNBlue
KARA
SNSD

Mnet plans to air the ceremony live through Hong Kong TVB, Singapore Mediacorp, Philippines GMA, Cambodian CTN in real time, in addition to its main Mnet channel. It will also air the show via satellite in North America, Oceania, and Europe and more will be revealed in due time.

Stay tuned to allkpop for more on the 2010 Mnet Asian Music Awards.

[News] SNSD's Hoot MV revealed.. This time.. Arrow dance?


On the eve of the girls comeback, 'Hoot' Music Video was released.

The video features Super Junior's Siwon.He was wearing a tuxedo tailing a mysterious woman like how it is in a James Bond movie.

When the woman disappeared into the elevator , the door closed and it reopens revealing SNSD.
All 9 girls wore knee high boots and jumpsuits which shows off their cute and sexy side.In the choreography, the 'Arrow Dance' is like shooting someone.

What do you think,will there be a trend of 'Arrow Dance' ?

Source : Nate
Credits : Eric@dkpopnews.net+Jaz@dkpopnews.net

[Info] SNSD one shot to the top on Twitter ! #snsd009hoot



SNSD who has just released their new MV HOOT earlier today,made their presence felt on one of the most famous social sites Twitter.com.

#snsd009hoot reached first place on Twitter trending topic a while after they released their new MV,take a look at the screenshot above.

This shows us once again the Power of 9,watch their MV here if you havent watched it!

[News] Mnet has invited SM Entertainment artists to 2010 MAMA but…


As recently reported, Mnet’s annual music awards ceremony, the Mnet Asian Music Awards, is scheduled to take place on November 28th in Macau at the Venetian Hotel’s famous Cotai Arena – a 15,000 seated venue where numerous worldwide famous artists have once performed, including Lady GaGa and Beyonce.

On October 28th, Mnet held a press conference regarding this year’s MAMA, where they expressed,“We have ambitions to hold the awards show in America in five years time, as well as to bring the European music market into Asia.”

MAMA’s executive director Kim Ki Woong revealed, “We are planning to hold the awards ceremony in different countries each year, starting with Macau. We will create an opportunity for all Asian singers to be able to get together in one place.”

But no matter how good-hearted Mnet’s intentions are for the MAMA, fans and netizens alike are speculative over two controversial issues: Whether SM artists will be participating in the awards show, and why Mnet decided to hold the awards show during a weekend and not a weekday, making it difficult for both the artists and public broadcasting companies, KBS, MBC, and SBS, to coordinate their schedules for the weekly broadcast of their respective music programs.

Mnet stated they are aware of the public broadcasting companies’ complaints about Mnet’s choice, however they replied, “We were actually welcoming the articles related to the words of the public broadcasting companies. We said this from the beginning, but the reason why we are holding it on a Sunday is because of issues with our venue. Holding the event on another day is impossible.”

Meanwhile, with regards to the possibility of mega idol groups SNSD, Super Junior, and f(x) performing at this year’s MAMA, Mnet said, “We are trying as hard as we can with SM. We will try even until the actual day of the event. We plan to exchange discussions with SM in a positive light. This awards ceremony is not only just Mnet’s event, but an event where all Asian artists can get together.”

Park Kwang Won added, “This is a problem which SM has to decide. Our window is already open for them.”

Park continued, “We are hoping for many artists to participate. We have already sent out event information and invitations to all entertainment companies. We will not lose our hope for these artists’ participation, even until the last day. We have still yet to receive replies.”

When asked why they decided to hold this year’s MAMA in Macau, Mnet explained, “They are open to culture, and have well built infrastructure to hold big entertainment events. We chose Macau as a way to get closer with the Asian music fans. Since Korean music has become the leaders of the Asian music market, we have high hopes that holding the MAMA in Macau will attract more fans.”

“Looking at the current situation of the effect of the Hallyu Wave on the Asian market, it has now come to a time where we must reach beyond Korea and begin collaborating with other Asian countries. We will put in our best efforts to create a showcase that can allow us to advance into both Asia and the rest of the world.”

Source + Photos : Newsen, Osen, Star News


[News] SNSD reveals MV for “Hoot”!


The beautiful ladies of SNSD/Girls’ Generation have been driving fanboys wild with concept and video teasers for their 3rd mini album track, “훗 / Hoot.” But now, fan girls have a reason to go crazy as well, because Choi Si Won makes a guest appearance in the music video.

Check it out!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4-SxcCO5d0&feature=player_embedded

The MV was certainly well worth the wait!

On a side note, people have been asking about the cowboy/cowgirl western theme, and SM Entertainment is either very clever, or it was a complete coincidence, but…if you look closely at the hangul for “Hoot”, you should be able to notice that it looks like a person with a cowboy hat on.

Anyway, stay tuned to allkpop for their comeback performance on October 29th’s Music Bank!


[News] Group of 20 reveals English Version of “Let’s Go” MV


The MV for the English version of “Let’s Go“, which was performed by 20 idol singers for the upcomingG20 Seoul Summit next month, has now been released.

With the G20 Summit being a global event, the idol singers also recorded the theme song in English. It’s also a track that most of you can relate to, as a good majority of our audience hail from predominately English speaking countries.

The idols who participated in this special track include include: Gyuri (KARA), Seohyun (SNSD), Junsu (2PM), Changmin (2AM), Jaekyung (Rainbow), Jonghyun (SHINee), Sungmin (Super Junior), Kahi (After School), Luna (f(x)), JiEun (SECRET), Junhyung (B2ST), Gayoon (4minute), Min (miss A), G.O (MBLAQ), Bumkey (2wins), G.NA, Son Dambi, Seo In Kook, IU, and Anna.

You have heard the audio already, but nothing beats seeing it visually. Check it out below!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWegtSo7S1M&feature=player_embedded

[News] SNSD Unveils ‘Hoot’ MV

A week ago, the K-Pop world got a sneaky surprise from SM Entertainment as they suddenly teased with SNSD‘s comeback. Then came the photos, more photos, and then the music video teaser. Now, finally, the much-awaited music video of SNSD’s latest single Hoot has arrived!

Marvel at these nine ’60s 009 girls with their Hoot MV featuring labelmate, Super Junior‘s Siwon!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4-SxcCO5d0&feature=player_embedded

Bet you enjoyed that one, right? So, what do you think of their retro concept?

Meanwhile, here are more photos from their latest mini-album.

SNSD will hold their comeback stage on Music Bank on October 29th. Stay tuned!

Source : sment @YouTube
Photo Credits : fygirlsgeneration @Tumblr
Written By : theshangkee @kpoplive.com

[News] SNSD’s “Hoot” mini-album released!

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We’ve seen, heard, and speculated over SNSD’s 3rd mini-album, “Hoot“. Well the tracks were just released, so take a listen and let us know what you think in the comments below!

And make sure to pick up the album at Yesasia!

Credits : asphodel @allkpop

[Info] Jessica and Taecyeon a couple?

With the recent confirmation of SHINee’s Jonghyun and actress Shin Se Kyung dating, a post that was written on an online community board by a netizen has been receiving a lot of attention.

The reason for this is because the netizen wrote that he/she smelled something fishy between Jonghyun and Shin Se Kyung, and this post was made back in October 14th, before the actual news was released.

What’s interesting is that the post’s main point was about the netizen always seeing 2PM’s Taecyeon and SNSD’s Jessica together watching movies, and later on adds that he/she smells something fishy between Jonghyun and Shin Se Kyung as well.

The netizen’s post was titled, “I work at the Coex Megabox and I always see Ok Taecyeon and Jessica coming to watch a movie together… ke ke Possibly dating.. kekeke.”

Below the title, it was commented, “I think they’re dating.. kekekekekeke I also think that Shin Se Kyung and Jonghyun are possibly dating as well… kekekekeke. Throughout my time working here, I saw so many celebrities.. kekekeke Lots of couples… kekekeke.”

In the past, there have been reports amongst netizens that they have seen Shin Se Kyung and Jonghyun dating near Seoul’s Samsungdong, but they were regarded as just rumors. Those reports, mainly this one, has now been seriously looked upon ever since the news broke out about Shin Se Kyung and Jonghyun dating.

Do we have another idol couple here? What do you guys think, let us know in the comments below!


Source + Photos : SSTV + Nate

Credits : maestro-J @allkpop

[Videos] English Version of "Let's Go" MV revealed!


After the reveal of the Korea version MV of Let's go by G20, the English MV of Let's go is out!

If you have forgotten, G20 consists of : Gyuri (KARA), Seohyun (SNSD), Junsu (2PM), Changmin (2AM), Jaekyung (Rainbow), Jonghyun (SHINee), Sungmin (Super Junior), Kahi (After School), Luna (f(x)), JiEun (SECRET), Junhyung (B2ST), Gayoon (4minute), Min (miss A), G.O (MBLAQ), Bumkey (2wins), G.NA, Son Dambi, Seo In Kook, IU, and Anna.


Credits : absolutemblaqchannel @ YT

[Videos] SNSD's MV for Hoot released!


SNSD's latest MV has been released featuring none other than Super Junior's Choi Siwon!


Check out the video!


So what do you guys think? Yay or nay?

Source : sment@YT

[Pictures] SNSD Hoot mini album scans!








SNSD girls have released their new mini album Hoot yesterday,here are some photos of the album shared by Yurui online,the photos here looks promising,grab one on Yesasia now!!

[Pictures] Ice Princess Jessica 's charm


Take a look at the picture above, Ice Princess 'Jessica' s cute,sexy charms ! What do you think ?

Picture Source : Newsen
Credits : Jaz@dkpopnews.net

[News] Girls' Generation's music video “Hoot” to be unveiled today


The music video for Girls' Generation's newest song "Hoot" from their new mini-album will be disclosed today, according to their agency SM Entertainment on Thursday.

SM stated through a press release that the newest music video will be revealed on Girls' Generation's official website and SM's Youtube channel (http://www.youtube.com/sment).

“Hoot” is the title track from Girls’ Generation’s new mini-album released yesterday. Its teaser video alone received over one million hits just two days of its release, reflecting the high anticipation fans have for the girls' comeback.

In the music video, member Siwon of 13-member boy band Super Junior makes a surprise appearance.

Meanwhile, Girls' Generation is ready to make a full-fledged comeback in Korea although they are currently engaged in large scale promotional activities in Japan.

The group will return home to perform in popular TV music programs like KBS’ "Music Bank," MBC’s “Show! Music Core” and SBS’ “Popular Song” starting this Friday.

Reporter : Heidi Kim heidikim@
Editor : Jessica Kim jesskim@
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[News] SNSD and KARA earned 10 billion won in Japan


Korean Girl groups have been very active in Japan's music market, SNSD and Kara especially have earned almost 10 billion aggregately in Japan.

SNSD debut last Sept 8 with Single Genie followed by Second single Gee on 20th. Up to date 'Genie' has sold 145,000 copies while Gee 70,000 copies.

Kara debut with single Mister on August 11 and Kara's Best Album (compilations of Kara's hit songs) was released on September 29. Up to date Mister and Best album have sold 100,000 copies and 150,000 copies respectively.

In japan, when releasing a single, there's normal edition and limited edition. There are several versions available. Depending on the version, prices range about 1000 yen to 2000 yen. Because of different version and prices, estimated (average out) price would be about 1,500 yen per copy. With that price in mind and thus calculation for their income: SNSD's Genie and Gee sold for 217 million yen (about 3 billion won) and 105 million yen (about 1.5 billion won) respectively while Kara's mister and Best album sold for 150 million yen (about 2.1 billion won) and 225 million yen (about 3.1 billion won) respectively which in total so far is about 9.7billion won of income.

Moreover, SNSD 'Gee' topping Oricon single chart at #1 on 26th within one week of release. Compared to Genie, Gee received great response. Kara is expected to have similar result when second single to be released in Japan next mid-month, the record earnings are expected to exceed 10 billion won aggregately.

Meanwhile SNSD and KARA will promote in both Korea and Japan at the same time. SNSD will promote 'Hoot' in Korea and 'Gee' in Japan. While Kara will promote new song in both Japan and Korea in November. Both groups are expected to have busy schedules.

Thanks KaraAlmighty@twitter and anne for article tip
Translated by aank1 @ karaholic.com
Source : edaily news
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