[NEWS] SNSD lands a spot on FHM’s Top 100 Sexiest Women in the World

With their Japanese debut being a great success, SNSD / Girls’ Generation has taken a step toward international fame. However, it seems like the girls are already being recognized all over the world, as they managed to get a spot on FHM’s Top 100 Sexiest Women in the World.

Although nothing is found about the group on FHM’s official site, a video recently surfaced on the web from XIN MSN that proved they were a new entry (#99) on the list.

Check it out below (start at around 40 seconds)!

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

Credits : All kpop

[NEWS] Reasons why Korean girl groups are successful in Japan

We have heard and seen news that Korean girl groups are currently enjoying massive popularity in Japan. So, what is the reason behind the popularity of Korean girl groups such as SNSD, Kara and 4minute in Japan?

1. Korean girl groups are innocent but professional!

Recently, Japanese newspaper Sankei Shinbun stated the reason for Korean girl groups’ popularity is that they possess not only physical beauty but also great dancing skills and choreography. Japanese fans feel that Kpop girl groups deliver the right type of music they’re looking for and also, the high quality of dance performances.

Japanese girl groups who usually perform their dance routine in uniform costumes do not offer as much features as Korean girl groups who have attractive appearance, beautiful bodyline and dynamic performances. Thus, that is the reason why Korean girl groups appeal to both male and female fans.

2. Korean girl groups = all-round entertainers?

Also, Korean girl groups’s singing and dancing skills are generally more superior than Japanese girl groups. SNSD, for example, are always well-prepared for their dancing and singing performances and the fruit of the preparation can be seen in their performances.The success of Korean artists in foreign market is not a fruit of a day or two’s work.

[portion of article about spread of Korean wave is omitted]

Credits : hankyung.com
Source : fanwonder.com

[Interview] SNSD Sunny "I Want to Marry Won Bin Oppa"

Reporter: There are a lot of ahjussi fans. Where does the age boundary between ahjussi and oppa begin? Love is available for those who are older.
Sunny: Rather than age, isn't style more important? Since I'm young, he may seem like an ahjussi.

Sunny, Going to Marry Won Bin

Reporter: Celebrities, please reveal your ideal types. Specifically, international actors or senior actors.
Sunny: For me, it's unconditionally Won Bin!!!!! My man~ I'm going to marry him. Hahaha. He won't be terrified?

Reporter: Are you happy living as a girl group? Did you regret it after debuting?
Sunny: I feel sad often that I can't experience the everyday happiness as I want to hang out with my friends or go on dates.
But when you hear the cheers of the fans, it's thrilling.

Wanting to work part-time?

Reporter: If you could go back before you debuted, what would you like to do?
Sunny: I want to work part-time as serving in cafes and restaurants. I would love to see a variety of people.

Reporter: What kind of dreams do you girl groups have?
Sunny: I want to be world's So!Nyuh!Shi!Dae!

Reporter: Say one word as representative of your girl group.
Sunny: Being interviewed by Ilgan Sports for their 41th memorial year and being the featured girl group itself, I realized the girl group's phase from the past has increased.
As Republic of Korea representative and with pride, I will run diligently towards the world.

Translated by : Yeji@soshified.com

[NEWS] Sunny wants to marry Won Bin!

A girl group association called United Girlgroups (UG) was established and it is made up of members from SNSD, After School, f(x), 4minute, Miss A, Rainbow, Secret, etc. The representative of these girl groups attended a gathering to commemorate the 41st anniversary of Ilgan Sports (IS) newspaper agency.

Here are some of the contents of the interview which involves SNSD’s representative at the event, our lovely Sunny.

*This post only shows the content of Sunny's interest in Won Bin. For full translation of the interviews, please click http://mysone.net/index.php?act=ST&f=21&t=733

Reporter : Can you tell us who your ideal male entertainer is? Foreign actor, senior actor, what do you like about him?

Sunny : Unconditionally, Won Bin!!!! That man~I want to marry him.Ha ha ha. Am I going to be safe for saying that?

Credits : joongang.co.kr
Source : fanwonder.com

[NEWS] Shoujo Jidai's Second Japanese Single "Gee", leaked in Youtube

On 19th September 2010, Universal Music in Japan has confirmed the official released date for Shoujo Jidai's Second Japanese Single "Gee" will be 20th October 2010.

In a short period, the Japanese version of Gee is leaked in Youtube. According to source, he/she heard the Japanese version of Gee that was broadcasted in a radio show in a supermarket. The Radio DJ said ''Gee by 少女時代''. The audio was in low quality as he/she recorded with a mobile phone.

However, there is some comments from another netizens that the audio is not Gee Japanese. They claimed that was some random fangirls singing.

Source : tndmaeum@YT

UPDATE!

Thanks to LinTao@mysone and we have the HQ version here. According to source, the rip was from NHK-FM.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GozlxPY1zsQ

Video Credits : iheartanythingtv@YT

Reason Editing : Update added.

[NEWS] 2nd Japanese Single for SNSD is "Gee!"

It has been confirmed that on October 20th, Girls' Generation (known as Shoujo Jidai in Japan) will release their 2nd Japanese single, and it will indeed be Gee. The single will come in 3 editions: a first-press CD+DVD (a bonus goodie is assumed to accompany this edition), a regular press CD+DVD, and a regular press CD-only. No covers are out yet, but the tracklisting is as follows:

1. Gee
2. Gee [Korean Version]

3. Gee [without main vocal]

The DVD will contain:

1. Gee (Music Video)
2. Gee (Dance Video)

http://www.hmv.co.jp/en/search/index.asp?target=MUSIC&category=1&adv=1&keyword=Girls'Generation+Gee&site=&type=sr

[NEWS] SNSD’s Seohyun didn’t want to kiss, 'The Trax’

The Trax recently featured a true goddess for their comeback mini-album - SNSD’s Seohyun was chosen as the model for their album cover and music video. Members Jay (vocal) and Jungmo (guitar) revealed behind-the-scenes details about the filming through an interview with Sports Korea:

“I was extremely embarrassed at first because we had a kiss scene planned for the movie, but she continued to reject it. She’s a very polite girl and I’ve known her since we were little, so I guess she felt awkward about it. It’s not like I can force her to do it (laughter). We just kept joking it off, saying it’s because of hubby Yong (CN Blue’s Jung Yonghwa).”

Since their debut, Trax hasn’t showed off a song with such a bright feeling like “Oh! My Goddess”; yet the ethereal theme of the music video and the trendy lyrics seems to work well with their standard style. Jungmo revealed, “We want to get on stage with a new feeling each time. ‘A Man With A Cold Heart’ was a rock ballad, but our latest has a bright, acoustic-like feel to it. I was worried at first about being too trendy, but I’m trying not to be afraid of change. I think that’s the right path to go.”

The group debuted in 2004 with a Japanese style that was unfamiliar to the Korean market. The turning point for the group was their rock ballad release in January. Jay reflected, “If we made a U-turn with ‘A Man With A Cold Heart,’ then ‘Oh My Goddess’ is the accelerator. I want to go as far as possible.” Jungmo added, “There’s a lot of songs that I’m attached to this time around. I assure everyone of the quality as well. There’s nothing more we can wish for other than standing on stage and meeting our fans.”

Jay continued, “Whenever I participate in a musical or a performance about rock music, I learn a lot. I’m rather calm on stage so I needed to learn how to express myself better. I get tired easily stamina-wise, but it still makes me excited at the thought of meeting our fans.” Jungmo concluded, “On broadcasts, our performances are very restricted in that there’s no guarantee that we’re able to play live. There’s no other option but to get out there ourselves and connect with the crowd. Should the opportunity arise, we’d love to hold a live event, touring the country.”

Source : Sports Korea
Credits : Allkpop