Paran released their 3rd album, entitled “U.R.M.S.”, which made in an “international-style” (whatever that means). It features 18 songs, displaying endearing melodies and mature vocals. Check out their MV “Don’t Cry” HERE.
Paran’s global project album was simultaneously released in South Korea, Japan, China, and Thailand, and 2 other countries on the April 11. “U.R.M.S” is an abbreviation of “you are my song.”
Their comeback is attracting much attention – 9 countries have already requested concerts, including Mongolia and Laos. Such a sudden, unexpected response has forced Paran to limit their activities in Korea to pursue untouched global markets.
However, before anyone could think that Paran has reached a new peak in their career, accusations of plagiarismhave been flying like daggers for their title song “Don’t Cry”. Netizens are in a heated debate on whether “Don’t Cry” is too similar to Back Street Boy’s “Inconsolable”. Check it out for yourselves HERE. What’s more disgruntling about this situation is that the composer is insisting that he never heard Back Street Boy’s song before he wrote “Don’t Cry”. Why bother to say this when no one’s going to believe you?!
This album is said to make Paran be recognized as a vocal artist group. P.O., one of the group’s members, was even personally involved in the music-making for this album.
Meanwhile, on the 18th, Paran is going to make its comeback in KBS “Music Bank.” This will also be followed by various performances and guestings in other music and television shows.
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A. She felt people had seen too much of her bare thighs.
B. She leaked.
C. She moved too passionately and ended up tore her shorts.
D. Short?what short? she didn’t wear any.
E. Towel-wrap is the new haute couture.
F. Make your own story.
while on SBS Gayo Dae Jeon back in December 2007,
Yuri and Soo Young didn’t even mind to show the G- String to everyone.
ShenYue’s Edit: I feel like throwing in the video as well ..
we didn’t have a chance to cover the video when we reported the event back then
we covered i think the dance battle part only!
And, that leads us to the next question :
Seo Hyun, the one in the middle, as we all know is part of The Three Virgins. What would A Virgin wear when her companions wore G-String?
write your answer on the comment page.
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Despite their album being leaked two days before its release, Epik High was able to keep their music video in wraps before finally releasing it on April 17. The past few days have been a tantalizing wait as they released teaser clips to attract attention…and they have not let down expectations. Their 5th album, “Pieces, Part One“, has a total of 18 songs; their title song is “One”. The song features Ji Sun from Loveholic. The music video features Jung Ryeo Won from hit-drama Kim Sam Soon and ex-kpop group, Chakra.
This song has a deep, layered meaning. Starting off with the title “One” - it was translated from the Korean word “Won”, which means rebirth. So the song is about falling into loneliness and misery, but has a hopeful message of being reborn from the hurt.
How do you like Tablo’s new hair style?…he looks hot
Epik High- One MV
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People are starting to relax now over the Suju controversy, and when I mean people I am talking about E.L.F the Super Junior fan base. Now that Mr. SM has said that the new members of the Suju family are not going to be added to the original group, but will make up a new group called Super Junior M with new and old members. All the elves can now rejoice in happiness over their little bit of victory, but this situation could have been far worse.
Take a look at what is happening to Xing(Cross In The Genre) and what their fan base is going through…..that as if they have a fan base.
In recent days news of another member of Xing has left the group—Kevin the young, cute, and the English speaking member of the group has decided to leave the group and left a message to fans.
“For those who don’t know already, I am no longer a XING member.
I have decided to go my own direction to fulfill my dreams.
I’m very sorry but I am also thankful for all of the support and love you have given me along the way.
There are so many things I have learned and experienced.
I hope that you will be able to accept my decision.
I would like to think of this as a beginning rather than an end.
Remember that I will always try my best.
Thank You and I love you”~ ^^
This departure news of a member leaving is nothing new to this group, but Kevin was the last original member to leave the group.
On July 14, 2007 Marumir aka Kim Kimbum (not the SuJu Member; but the brother of SS501 member Kim Hyung Joon) left the group stating that “he wanted to pursue a different future for himself, as his aspirations had changed since joining Xing”-soompi
On December 6, 2007 another original member Cheon Hye Sung left the group, but with no statement from him or Xing Entertainment was ever given out.
On January 12 a third original member Yume(Kim Young Kyung) decided to leave making a diary announcement to his fans. A lot of fans refused to believe that another member was leaving the group, but of course they came to find out that it was true.
While fans were waiting for confirmation of the news that Yume had indeed left the group fans were hit with the announcement on January 13 that Poppin’ Dragon (one of the replacing members after Marumir departures) was also leaving the group.
History of Xing
In December 2006 Xing was formed and labeled as a capella quartet and consisted of a four member group.
Kevin
Yume
Marumir (brother of SS501 member Kim Hyung Joon)
Cheon Hye Sung
They released their first single in December 13, 2006 which was a soft ballad. After the release of their first single it was announced that two more members would be added– Poppin’ Dragon and Zen (as secret weapons *rolling eyes in head*) but were not officially added as members. With the new additions of members the road to stardom for Xing seemed like it wasn’t working, especially since the group didn’t participate in any major music programs. Xing Entertainment promoted their group also named Xing by releasing singles and MVs, doing photo shoots for magazines and held a concert that the Xing Entertainment produced them selves. This left fans filling less than satisfied because they couldn’t see their favorite boy band whom they felt had talent, but was not being marketed like other entertainment companies where promoting their stars.
Fans weren’t the only ones dissatisfied with that kind of arrangement that in July 14, 2007 Marumir left the group stating “he wanted to pursue a different future for himself, as his aspirations had changed since joining Xing”-soompi. Many fans were very upset of the news of his departure, and many wonder if Xing would go on since many felt that their popularity was mostly due to the fact that Marumir is the younger brother of SS501 member Kim Hyung Joon.
With the departure of Marumir, Poppin’ Dragon and Zen where than added as official members of the group. Xing Entertainment started than to promote Xing as a five member group and released the second single “My Girl”.
My Girl
This new single by them is the most recognizable song out of all Xing’s songs probably due to the fact that Xing Entertainment decided to finally promote the song with the help of not music show, but with radio programs like Eugene’s Love Love Radio Show and Sung Min’s and others. Also Xing participated in various performances and even opened up for Minwoo at his M concert in August of last year. On September 13, 2007 Xing participated in their first major performance at the YTN’s Star Digital Night Concert. Where they performed alongside others artists like Kim Dong Won, FT Island, SNSD and others.
Fans were finally filling that their idol group was on its way to stardom when an announcement on December 6, 2007 announced that another member was leaving. This time it was the strongest vocalist of the group Cheon Hye Sung who was leaving, but his departure came with no statement as to why neither by Cheon Hye Sung or Xing Entertainment, which left fans shocked and angry. From the announcement of the departing Cheon Hye Sung Xing Entertainment also stated that they will be adding a new member–Woo Hyun Min renamed Husky an ex-member of “Singing in the Rain” a fellow group of Xing Entertainment.
With this change Xing Entertainment released a company Christmas single on December 11, 2007 that featured Xing (renamed for the single as XingStar) and other artist from that label. On that CD Kevin and new member Husky sung together “The First Noel” song and the group did a rendition of Xing’s first song “In Your Hands” featuring Poppin’ Dragon and Zen on vocals.
At that time things were looking up for the group, they even traveled to Thailand (where they still have a big international fan base) for a promotional period of four days where they held events for fans that included fan meetings, autograph sessions, and a showcase that was held on December 21 at Central World, which received a overwhelming response from fans and positive feedback. Xing also participated on radio shows and gave interviews.
But on January 12, 2008 fans where hit again with the devastating news that another member was leaving the group. Yume one of the original members left a diary message of his departure with words that fans were coming too familiar with, he states that “he was no longer a part of Xing”. This news left fans shock, sad and reluctant to believe that they held out hope until a official conformation was released by the label, but in their wait they put though another whirlwind when news of another member was leaving the group only one day after Yume’s announcement of his departure. Poppin’ Dragon originally a replacement member after Marumir leave decided to that his leave also. On the 15th Xing Entertainment released a statement stating that both Yume and Poppin’ Dragon had indeed left the group, and that three new members will be added. The three new members were Kim Jisang, Shin Gwang Chul, and Lee Su Hoon the remaining group members from the group “Singing in the Rain”. With the new members add making it a six person group Xing Entertainment than states that “Xing was a project group that will have members rotating in and out, in hopes in keeping the group fresh”
Fans soon found out that a seventh member Jung Ji Hwan was added to the group when Xing Entertainment released videos of the them wishing fans a Happy Chinese New Year that targeted towards three different fan bases—Thai fans, Koreans fans, and International fans.
Video Member profile (contains Kevin in video before his departure)
As of today Xing consist of now six member since the departure of Kevin leaving the remaining members Zen(Nam Jin Hyun–the other member along with Poppin’ Dragon where replacements after Marumir left), Husky(Woo Hyun Min), Yoon(Kim Ji Sang), Gun(Shin Gwang Chul), White(Lee Su Hoon) (originally members of the group “Singin in the Rain” added later to the group), and Kipalang(Jung Ji Hwan–also added later).
Is this a joke “rotating members” as if they are a bunch of meat that needs to be sold by a due date? lol
All I have to say is what in the world is Xing Entertainment doing to their stars to make them leave, and not only that but to make a replacement member leave also? Also how are fans supposed to get close to these guys if they know that the guy they like will be replaced in a month’s time because they are no longer fresh enough?
Man! if people thought that Mr. SM was heartless to add more members to Suju they should be very grateful that their idols still have a job to go to at all. Just My Opinion.
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Ever since DSP Entertainment decided to get off their lazy butts, they’ve started to promote their artists even more than ever! Kim Sung Hee of girl-group, KARA, has left the group and the company is now looking for 2 new girls for the replacement, making it a 5-member girl group, instead of the 2nd generation Fin.K.L. If you are interesting in becoming a KARA member, please visit http://ucsing.mnet.com/
It has been said that Kim Sung Hee has left the group because she was being teased for lacking intellectual abilities. Evidence: she graduated from high school but failed to get accepted by the colleges she applied for. Most parents don’t usually approve of their children being in the entertainment industry. Kim Sung Hee’s father is no exception so she left the group to focus on her studies. The new KARA will be releasing a mini album in late spring or early summer. Read more in the forum ^^
Now that DSP has started fresh again, Xing Entertainment has gone into the state that DSP wasin. Kevin of the group Xing, has left the group. Yup, Kevin, the cute English-speaking kid! It wasn’t long ago when they announced a new member to the group.
Click here to read the message he left ^^
And did you guys know that there was a Kim Kibum (aka Marumir) in this group, but he left the group last year in July. Kim Kibum is the brother of SS501’s Kim Hyung Joon!
Speaking of people leaving, Eru is set and ready for his military service! Eru will be going in on May 1st and will no longer be attending the Hollywood Bowl. Because of that, the coolest dad in Korean Entertainment, Tae Jin Ah, will not be attending this year’s HB either. For more info on the HB, check it out here on the forum. It was only about a week ago when Kangta went in, and now Eru! Now I wish I worked for the Korean military…so many celebrities are going in or have gone in already this year! The Shinhwa boys will be going in together later this year while Jinhwan of 1TYM will be coming out this summer.
In China, it has “apparently” been confirmed that SJ-M moved into a dorm and will be staying there for 2 whole years! Congratulations Mr. SM, you’ve started a war with the fans, split the fans into two and now you’re splitting the boys up. Oh wait, you had already split up the boys the moment Kibum went into hiding in the US of A and when SJ-M debuted! And Heechul is no longerstill a hobo! It was only yesterday that we reported on his new look, but he decided to shave it all off because of the and from the response from fans, staff, and friends, they’re not really liking it. I guess his envy for Epik High’s Mithra had gone too far. When he decided to grow it out, Mithra on the other hand, had shaved everything off for Epik High’s new album! Click here for more info on SJ-M’s album.
Epik High will be releasing their 5th album on April 17th.
It is titled Pieces, Part Oneand it is unknown if there will be a second part but I’m thinking there most likely will be one. The boys are quite mysterious! Epik High has been promoting this album since April 10th with posters posted up all over the place and counting down the days till the release dates. New posters were being posted up and ripped off each day to get everyone hyped up.
The MV is now available in here in our forum
Tracklisiting:
1. be
2. breakdown
3. 서울, 1:13 AM [short piece]
4. one
5. 연필깎이
6. girl
7. slave [short piece]
8. the future
9. 20 fingers [short piece]
10. ignition
11. eight by eight
12. décalcomanie
13. icarus walks [short piece]
14. 낙화 (落花)
15. 우산
16. 당신의 조각들
And another happy news…Far*East Movement will be performing with Se7en and Three 6 Mafia at The Highlands Hollywood, a club in Hollywood, on May 2nd. Sadly, this is another 21+ event…meaning if you’re not legal age, you’re not allowed in…BUT this means his album release is getting closer!!
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Source: live it up@soompi, http://www.kara-online.org (for pics) [KARA]
Cyworld & CYNOSTAR.NET, loveprint@soompi [Kevin]
Korea Times [Eru & Hollywood Bowl]
miss scarlet @ soompi, Geng’s Baidu Bar [SJ-M]
Heechul’s Cyworld @ http://www.cyworld.com/yuri9doo [Heechul]
Tablo’s Cyworld @ http://www.cyworld.com/tablo [Epik High]
Far*East Movement’s Myspace @ www.myspace.com/fareastmovement [Se7en]
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