Thursday, December 5, 2013

Girls' Generation release 'Motorcycle' from their upcoming Japanese album + song previews!



Girls' Generation has officially released "Motorcycle" for digital download in Japan, a song from their upcoming 3rd Japanese album 'Love & Peace'!

The song's an upbeat, catchy song to introduce the rest of the album, which will be out soon. We already heard a preview of "Gossip Girls" and heard "My Oh Mythrough its MV, and this addition just makes us more excited!


The girls' 3rd Japanese album consists of 12 songs, including "Gossip Girls", "Motorcycle", "Flyers", "Galaxy Supernova", "Love & Girls", "Beep Beep", "My Oh My", "Lips", "Do the Catwalk", "Karma Butterfly", "Lingua Franca", and "Everyday Love". You can listen to a preview clip of all the songs below. The full album is scheduled to be released on December 11.




You can download "Motorcycle" on iTunes here!



'Prime Minister and I' starring YoonA and Lee Bum Soo releases highlight reel



KBS2's upcoming Monday-Tuesday drama 'Prime Minister and I' is gearing up for its premiere!



'Prime Minister and I', starring Girls' Generation's YoonA and Lee Bum Soo as its leads, released an 8-minute highlight reel of the drama to come. Lee Bum Soo plays a charismatic political leader who gets caught in an accidental dating scandal with YoonA's character, an adorable and determined reporter who takes extreme measures to get her scoop! 

'Prime Minister and I' will premiere following 'The Future Choice' on December 9 at 9:55 PM KST.



Yoona clarifies her recent scandals



Yoona talked about her scandal with PSY. 

During the press conference of "Prime Minister and I" on December 4th, she was asked if she was chased by many paparazzi in Hongkong, she answered,"There were many of them in Hongkong" 

She also said,"I feel bad about my scandal with PSY sunbaenim. I want to clarify it today. All the scandals are untrue" 

There was also a rumour of her going to a club in Hongkong, she explianed,"I didn't go to the club" and then denied all the other rumors.

On the same day, Yoona updated Girl's Generation official website with a selca to promote for the drama

"Prime Minister and I" will be aired on December 9th on KBS2. 

Sunny shares video clip of Yuri's birthday celebration




SNSD members are celebrating Yuri's birthday today as she turns 25 this year. Here's Sunny who uploaded a short video clip of their celebration with the birthday girl.

She wrote, "Beloved Yuri-yah~~Happy birthday^^*Thanks for being there with me! Congratulations from the bottom of my heart! I'll pray that today will be a happy one for you♡My dearest YURI!! Happy birthday~ May all your wishes come true♡ xoxo�� @yulyulk"


 



In the video, we can see Yuri blowing her candles. Have you greeted her yet?
Happy Birthday Yuri!

Defying Definitions: A Poem for Yuri on Her 25th Birthday

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Yuri is
 first and foremost
A member of Girls’ Generation
That unforgettable cafe barista
Who debuted in August of ’07.
She grew in leaps and bounds, of course
In directions we may not have predicted.
And now there she stands, as high as can be
But can we really say it was unexpected?
Then how do we describe this woman
Who so swiftly captured our hearts?
The phrase “Yuri is…” seems so little
But a definition’s a good place to start.
yuri lemme hear you

Yuri is
 quite the force on stage
Whether it’s singing, rapping, or dancing.
The way she moves just makes our heads spin
Her voice turns every note entrancing.
So it’s no wonder she’s already done so much:
She’s an actress, a model, an MC.
She performs what’s asked and even some more
Being flawless? It’s all a breeze.
She’s a person simply beyond stunning
Taking the entire world’s breath in a beat.
With just one look, one fleeting glance
She can make anyone feel the heat.
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Yuri is
 undeniably off the charts
When it comes to being considered “random”.
But if you can’t say that’s her most endearing trait
Are you really a part of this fandom?
Because who wouldn’t love her antics? For one:
The vocalizations of this language master.
“English, a little bit?” will only make us say,
“I love so much!” even faster.
Really, this crazy “kkab Yul”
Won’t let image become a problem.
Why not make faces and goof off as you please?
It’s fun! So have fun often.
yuri chicken feet

Yuri is
 simply a smile
Happiness, just like that, personified.
Watch her a moment and then you’ve forgotten
With what you were previously preoccupied.
Through good times and bad, everyone knows
Life is full of ups and downs.
But why should you dwell on those gray cloudy days
When you could giggle instead? Don’t frown!
To her, it’s clear how to handle the stress
As for the very best she strives.
For every punch, there’s a laugh, a kick gets a grin
And when she wins, she gives a hi-five.
yuri smile

Yuri is
 another year older today
But it really is hard to remember
That with time should come age, the old should make way for the new
Once every passing December.
Though people can change, some really don’t
They never forget who they are.
As the years go by, they only get brighter
’Til they shine, the most brilliant of stars.
To Yuri, a person so amazing,
So difficult to try and describe
SONEs can offer a birthday wish
And a promise to stay by your side.
yuri peace

Alcon Renews Endorsement Contract with Yoona

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Alcon, a contact lens brand, has renewed its endorsement contract with Yoona for another year. Yoona first became a model for CIBA VISION, a subsidiary of Alcon, in July of 2012 and released several CFs and images for the “DAILIES” and “FreshLook” brands. She has since become an endorser for Alcon Taiwan.

Yoona’s new advertisement shoot for Alcon finished last month, and CFs will begin to air in January of 2014. Yoona will also continue to be active in Taiwan for Alcon.

TIME Magazine Lists ‘I Got A Boy’ in ‘Top 10 Songs of 2013′

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The website for TIME magazine has recently released its “Top 10 of Everything 2013″ lists. “I Got A Boy” came in as number 5 on the “Top 10 Songs“, placing higher than other popular artists, including Lorde and Miley Cyrus. The article describes the girls as “a ridiculously effective hook machine”, a pop phenomenon that rivals the likes of One Direction and Katy Perry.
With Girls’ Generation’s win at the YouTube Music Awards last November, their recognition by a popular U.S. magazine only further shows the impact “I Got A Boy” had this year. So while the girls continue to lead Hallyu to even greater heights, check out the now world-famous “I Got A Boy” video one more time.