As with the end of year countdown, its always expected to have the Gayo DaeJuns (Song Festivals) take place days after each other for all the main broadcasting stations to show-off  or outdo each other with performances.

There’s always the same performances with the same people on SBS, MBC and KBS shows that you sometimes fail to remember which performance they wore that particularly hideous outfit in, or which one made a fool out of so and so, and which show so and so made you want to puke, etc. And believe me, that has become a staple amongst the shows and the obvious favouritism and lack of creativity/originality is insurmountable on these shows, that not watching them isn’t really going to make a difference.

Not to mention the glitches that shouldn’t be made in terms of technical support… How many mics not working, bad camera work, bad timing or lack of synchronisation is there with these things, eh? You would think that with it being an annual thing there wouldn’t be so many mistakes. Think again.

And that’s why, our wonderful readers and trolls, we’re giving you an account of our thoughts on the worth watching mishaps, blunders and just plain EEEEWSIES (as in EEW, what the hell is going on? That’s gross!) in the end of year Gayo DaeJuns… Where Gayo sometimes means KAyo! (GO! Go! GO! away! in Hangul).

Biggest blunder (possibly of all time) SNSD and their over-exposure (in so many shapes and forms).

>(No need to insert any videos here for proof, go to YT and search for ANY performance!)<

Lady Gertrude in Shakespeare’s Hamlet said it best, when you try too hard to convince people of something, it most likely is not true….SNSD and SM “Thou Protesteth Too much” when it comes to claiming that your 9 demons have any talent.  Where the hell are the “Supernatural” Brothers  to get rid of the leeching, talentless, unbelievably un-sexy 9 demons of SM Entertainment?  Opening the doors of the Devil (aka Lee Sooman) really did let out some horrible things unto the World.  LOL.  Every performance was full of mishaps and blunders that lack of time could never account to the hideousness of their performances of their songs and/or special collabs.

Let’s get on to business shall we?

SBS

2PM weren’t very good in their past lives, were they?

WooYoung face right there, was his (And most peoples) expression  throughout the whole performance. Enough said.

G-Dragon gets emotional

Probably after watching Wooyoung suffer in the above.

Hes a sweet Hyung he is.

But we all know G-D has had his fair share of bad press (Plagiarism and indecency!) so he lays the blame on the oldest excuse in the book “I got something in my eye”.  Smoke to be exact.

CL shocks

Aww, they’re like Lil’ Kim and Se7en!

While performing G-Ds track “The Leaders”, 2NE1 leader, CL, wore a leotard of some sort with her underwear sticking out at certain places and had peoples panties in a twist since shes under-age. On the other hand, I don’t know if its those monster heels shes got on, or if its the out-fit or the hair but don’t G-D look teeny?

Boys should stay boys

I’m all for boys performing girls songs and vice versa but there’s a fine line between paying tribute and gay-fantasies.

The drag has got to go. (I thought they were “manly manly men!”?)

I actually thought ShinDong was HyunA for his, SHINee and MBLAQs’ performance of 4Minutes “Muzik”. On the plus side, I thought Key and ShinDong really worked it, and well… MBLAQ boys got the dancing down.

I don’t know what it is about Kwon that gets me in fits of laughter, that guy was made for the stage. 2PM/2AM/BEAST joint stage for Brown Eyed girls‘ “Sign” was good. They got those sleepy/dead looks down right, and of course a little Kwon diva moment in between.

I would have been fine with this performance if there was only less of GAH!ee. What was with that spasm in the end? Like a kick but then half way through her heart stopped beating too early and then, commence toppling.

And ofcourse…

Lil’ CL strikes again with her leaotard-ity!

CLs was the best rendition of this cross-dressing nightmare, hands down.

Mostly due to the fact that she IS G-Dragon, female.

Thats what got a reaction outta me from them liberal (Drag? Good!) SBS folks.

KBS

Taemins your Venus

He’s your fire, your desire~

Greek Goddess Taemin decided to go for a futuristic look with his Toga. Thats the only way I can make sense of this out-fit, I have no idea what else it could be but it sure as hell left an impression on me.

Gil goes hunting

But looks pimpalicious with the top hat and fur that he got as a trophy from his day hunting in the woods. Besides Gil owning everybody, he put on an awesome performance with teammate Gary and Jang Giha & The faces (Personally, one of my favourite bands)

Gorilla man lives his fantasy

Is that the ’sexy’ “Oh-mo-na”?

JYP decided to spice things up with a “sexy” dance performance with Son DamBi. But we all know it was just an excuse to perform female dance moves on stage.

KBS Gayo Daejun was probably the most versatile out of the three, seeing as it wasn’t as much of an Idol Fest as MBC and SBSs’ were.

Last and definitely the least….

MBC

CLEAR!

After School and Son DamBis performance of “When I grow up” certainly shocked me. I don’t know if Gahee was still hung up over performing “Heartbeat” the day before and that she, and apparently the rest of After School and DamBi, had to constantly pop their chests to regain composure, but what the hell was that?

Is Gahee really fluent in English? Cos’ by the sound of it, shes the worse of the lot.

JYP wants mini-mes!

Break a leg, pops!

Looks like JYP wants to re-live his youth through the 2PM boys (The sleazy hip thrusts, oh the sleazy hip thrusts!). DJ Jinyoung looking and sounding like a Cockatoo  really had me distracted, especially with the ad libs (lol) and the pleather (not lol).

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I know there was probably a lot more to comment on with last years Song festivals but some performances took a lot to mentally block out (The ones that didn’t have “lol”s in them, just “Wtf?”s) and I would rather not re live them O_O(*cough*MBCs-horridly-cheesy-video-intros/attempts-at-creativity/reminder-of-why-their-variety-shows-are-failing*cough*). Plus, if I had to comment on everything disappointing I’d go on forever (Can somebody say Michael Jackson tributes? Where was the passion, where was the fire?).

So, which Gayo Daejun (No matter how exceptionally similar they were) did you like best?

I nearly forgot to thank Fabia.O for working together with me on this! Thanks!

All those excited put your hands up!

I had a friend that used to travel round the city to look for expensive cars and pose with them, I wonder if that’s what he’s doing here?

Honestly, it’s been so long since Se7en aka Mr Park HanByul made an appearance I thought he was actually in hiding or the leader in Rains new group MBLAQ.

He’s saying, “Oh yeah, oh yeah, oh yeah yeah yeah”

It’s about time that YG announced something in regard to this fella. I do remember vaguely enjoying his performances and liking some of his songs but that was so long ago I hardly remember. He may be coming back  hopefully early next year with the Big Bang boys! Now that is something I’m looking forward to. I may be old fashioned but I much prefer group efforts as opposed to their solo efforts. Is it me or do TaeYangs solo songs all sound the same?

On a side note though, I really want to know what it is with the Korean stars debuting in the States and  sudden returns to their homeland or adopted homelands (that’s you se7en and BoA)? They either run off and go back to the drawing boards or promote a song for a year and more. Poor Wonder Girls, I bet they can’t stand the sound of “Nobody” any more. You can only point so much until you want to poke JYP in the eye with those pointing fingers!

Se7en did his thing at some clubs or whatever, made a track with wannabe Asian Lil’ Kim called “Dem Gurls” and then disappeared in to obscurity.

BoA promoted “Eat You Up”, did Kollaboration, a radio tour and a gay rights gig and that’s all I care to remember (Yeah I’m sure they both did more than that but I’m not a dedicated fan to know the details, i.e. I just don’t care enough). Then Miss BoA did her normal thing and went back to gather some moola by doing a Japanese tour and  releasing a new Japanese Album. She promoted another song off the album, I think it was “energetic” but the video was so cringe worthy I forced it out of my memory.

The Wonder Girls did OK, better than the rest at least. With their existing fan base in the States and the teenybopper worshippers of The Jonas brothers, they were bound to make some sort of  feat in the States. The Billboard chart entry was it, they weren’t the first to do it but they still deserve kudos for doing better than the other venturing Idols.

Back on topic: I’m semi looking forward to the return of Se7en, he needs to remind me why I’m even bothered in the first place. And of course his poor fans deserve it, as do the other fans whose Idols have made their way to the U.S of A.

Mr. LIAR came clean at last ..
Se7en THE LIAR finally admitted his relationship with Park Hanbyul being more than just friends. After his constant denials and lies about his rumored Girlfriend of 7 years, he finally decided its a good idea to hype up his not-so-exciting-American-Debut plans by putting himself in the Korean news once again! In the hope of returning back to Asia? WE HOPE SO!

I loved how he apologized to the die hards that had believed in him regarding this issue all these years and even came on our throats whenever we mentioned Se7en, woman, and love in the same sentences! That’s what you get trusting what these celebrities say!

I HATE TO SAY THIS ..
BUT I TOLD YOU SO!

She was not always around him for no reason!

It’s been a little over a month since I last updated on this guy and just when we thought he was busy a with a girl (or just even busy chasing after girls)…more news of him appears! So here is a little info for the die-hards and a little update for those wanting to know how his life has been in America. He has also signed a deal with one of the three recording companies/labels that attended his LA preview party way back in May but YG or RQM hasn’t released any info on which company or label it is.

The Myspace page has been updated and was officially “opened” yesterday and it includes some pictures of Se7en and the infamous Bentleys that are featured in a lot of YG MVs. YG’s got something going for those Bentleys. There is also a link to Se7en’s Official Online Store, which sells the limited editions of t-shirts but they are only sold in the US (boo!). A Youtube channel has been launched, but it’s not as great as his Myspace, as it’s just full of old MVs and CFs but it brings back a lot of memories! But I guess it’s better than nothing for now and we shouldn’t be complaining because the PR team has made a lot of updates in the past few weeks. Also, for you crazy and addicted Facebookers, there is an Official Se7en Facebook Group and Se7en’s very own Facebook profile, though I’m sure the profile page and group is not ran by him…

SE7EN Myspace Greeting Video

Great video. As for the English, you decide.
For me, it’s great and I love the “I love you guys” part!

Apparently, Se7en will be a special surprise guest at the 2008 International Secret Agents Concert on September 7th. Other attendees include Far East Movement, whom Se7en collaborated with for his debut album, and Wong Fu Productions.

And the question we’ve all been waiting for…”when is he debuting?” No clue. But I know it’s soon. I read somewhere (don’t remember where >.<) that it’s supposed to be early next year. Like what Se7en said in the video above, patience is the way to go! At least he’s made it further than Rain has.

Last but not least, photoshoot sneak preview!

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Source: Se7en’s Myspace + FB + FB Group + Youtube, internationalsecretagents.com
Credit for ShenYuePop.com: Michelle

I’m sure most of you are wondering what happened to Se7en’s new album that failed to drop on July 7th. So, here’s some updates on what he’s been doing lately.

Key Closet, an American clothing company, recently released a new collection of diamond-studded jeans. On June 26th, SE7EN attended the Summer Splash Runway Show at Boulevard 3 in Los Angeles, and was the only attendee who showed up wearing the $10 000 jeans. The jeans are made with over 1000 Tiffany-set Swarovski crystals and the graphics are hand drawn with water-based paint. There is also a one carat diamond on each back pocket. But don’t worry, 30% of the profit made from the jeans will be donated to help build schools in Uganda.

If I was rich, I still wouldn’t buy those jeans. Yeah, they look really nice but if a crystal or the diamond on the back pocket fell off….it wouldn’t be too great. Also, I think the paint would wash off after a few rinses in the laundry. But then again, if I was rich, the jeans would probably be dry or steamed cleaned and $3000 is put into good use!

Also, there has been reports of SE7EN being spotted with holding hands with a girl at Knott’s Berry Farm in California. Whether it’s a girlfriend, a friend or an acquaintance, we’ll never know. But holding hands does say something, right? Se7en once said on Yashimanman that if he has a girlfriend, he wouldn’t tell it to the public because he wants to protect her…so let’s just keep his private life private. As to when his album is dropping…I guess we’ll have to keep waiting, but I’m sure it won’t be long from now. I’ve been waiting for almost 2 years for the album and he’s busy with a girl??!! Choi Dong Wook, it’s over between you and me!! Haha, just kidding! Just as long as I get an album in my hands soon, it’s alright for him to date, after all he is human just like the rest of us and it is tough for him to be by himself, who’s trying to make it big in America.

Red Queen Media, Se7en’s management company, is trying to get the fans involved with his debut, by getting fans to submit designs for t-shirts. But in my opinion, i think it’s best if Se7en himself gets involved too with the fans ^^

Hey guys!

I’ve noticed that some of you have designed your own Se7en Tshirts. We here at Red Queen Media have initiated a Merchandising campaign for Se7en beginning with creating a design for tshirts and posters to be sold on his Myspace and US fan club website. I would love to see any design work you might have. Sure, it would be easy to pay someone big bucks to design something. But, I think it would kinda neat to use something designed by a true Se7en fan and would be a better representation of what other Se7en fans want to see. If you want to submit a design and are willing to let us use it in possibly creating a official Se7en t-shirt, please feel free to email me here or at mchoi@redqueenmedia.com.

Thanks,

RQM

Credits: RedQueenMedia@Se7enth Heaven forums

Oh and also, last quick note! I think Se7en’s debut is coming up really soon, as his Myspace is currently being updated. So in about 1 1/2 weeks, go and check it out…I’m hoping for something really good, since his assistant sent out a notification on the update and sounded really promising ^^ I just hope it won’t be disappointing…

Hey everyone,

This is SE7EN’s assistant letting everyone know that his myspace is under construction. It will take up to a week and a half to complete the whole new interface.

Sorry everyone but you won’t be disappointed…everything is right around the corner so please be patient.

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Source: Key Closet, Marketwire, She Knows Best, Se7enth Heaven Forums, The Official SE7EN Thread @ Soompi, Se7en’s Official Myspace
Credit for ShenYuePop.com: Michelle

Rain is back in Berlin training for new Hollywood movie, Ninja Assassin. Hmm…maybe he needs to take his ninja skills and have another competition with Stephen Colbert. Rain’s dance off with Colbert on The Colbert Report on Monday (5th) wasn’t anything special. Rain only appeared after the show for the dance off that led to a DDR machine blowing up and Rain winning the dance off! Even though it was very fun to watch, it didn’t impress me much, as Rain barely spoke english and showed up looking like Michael Jackson with that long hair of his!

Click here to see the dance off

Speed Racer came out today…did anyone go watch it?! I read some of the messages left on the IMDB (Internet Movie Database) Speed Racer message board and there were lots of good comments and some bad ones. Even though the movie is a family movie and for kids, I guess it’s worth a try watching it ^^ I’ll consider watching it…but I don’t want to waste $10 watching a movie that’s not worth the money.

Se7en will be having his 3rd album preview party on the 23rd. This time, it’s in San Francisco, one of the unannounced stops. Info on the Houston, Chicago and Toronto, Canada stops still haven’t been released yet so whether Se7en will be going to those cities is unconfirmed yet…but I hope the info will be out soon!

When: Friday, May 23rd @ 10PM-4AM
Where: 1015 (1015 Folsom St., San Francisco)
Cost: prices are going so get your tickets fast!!

To order tickets, please visit http://synergystore.stores.yahoo.net/index.html or here

Se7en’s Myspace has been updated, but not much has been done to it. I just wished it was actually Se7en using the account and hopefully his PRs will update the page and make it look more like an official Myspace.

Oh, and also, there will be pictures posted up from the preview parties soon!

While back in Korea, a bunch of celebrities are participating in a 24 hour marathon to help raise
money for kids who are less fortunate. The marathon started yesterday (9th, Korea time)
and will go on until 6:40PM Korea Time today (10th).

SuJu boys Eeteuk, Kangin, Shindong, Yesung, Sungmin, and Eunhyuk participated in the actual run
with their fans and Korean citizens for the full 24 hours around Seoul. See how their fans can scary one moment and angels the next? haha! Yesung injured his leg during the marathon and it seems that Eeteuk has too, as I saw him limping ealier.

Click here for more info about the marathon

Speaking of SuJu…they’ll be coming back with a new image on June 7th, the day of the Dream Concert! SuJu, DBSK and a whole bunch of Korea’s most popular stars will be performing at the concert! DBSK will be making a comeback this summer at the Super Triple Concert on June 15th. The Super Triple Concert will consist of DBSK, SuJu and SNSD but the main performers is DBSK as they’re making a comeback! More info on the Super Triple Concert will be released soon!
Click here for more info on the Dream Concert

woot! Three great concerts to look forward to soon! Just a reminder, Hollywood Bowl is on Saturday, the 17th @ 6:30PM! There are still tickets available @ http://www.koreanmusicfestival.com!! So if you still want to go, get your tickets soon!! This year’s concert will be aired by SBS instead of MBC.

Anyone remember the Peace Concert?! Well, it is now unknown if the Peace Concert is still going on because more information was supposed to be released last week but when contacted, they kept saying things along the lines “call back next week” for ticket and hotel refunds because of the postponement. For those who don’t know, the concert was postponed to June 28th and an updated list of artists were to be released and that never happened. People are now filing a lawsuit against the Revolution Entertainment, the promoters of the concert, who also happened to be the promoters of Rain’s US concerts! If you’ve bought a ticket to the concert, you can help try to get your money back. Contact me (Michelle) in the forum for more info ^^
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http://www.synergysf.com, synergystore, SHui6@soompi [SE7EN]
HopeTV 24 Marathon Credits,
posters @ SuJu soompi thread for marathon streaming link ^^
Dream Concert website
Peace Concert credits
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Unfortunately and once again, none of our staff members were able to go to the event…but we still have the news for you ^^

Many people attended the event and said it was a great party and from seeing the clips taken, I can already tell it was 9201759048903468 times better than the one in NYC!

Like reported before, he performed his three songs live with his dancers too! He also had a dance battle with the Black Eyed Peas. After hearing a better version of “Girls” at http://redqueenmedia.com all day yesterday, and then listening to “Money Can’t Buy Me Love” all day today, I think I’m in love with “Money Can’t Buy Me Love” more, even though it sounds like a Timbaland song! During the performance, money was thrown out to the crowd and written on the bills was Se7en’s official MYSPACE!! The Myspace has been launched but is still under construction, which you can tell when you visit it ^^ Teddy of 1TYM, who wrote the song, couldn’t make it to the event because he was held back in Korea for some reason but Mr. YG, Far East Movement, Three 6 Mafia and a whole bunch of music-industry-known people were there was there, as well as about 2000 party go-ers!

Thanks to javabeans at dramabeans for writing a review of the party and I definitely recommend everyone to read it ^^ Click here to read it

Red Queen Media, who is also promoting Se7en, said the album will drop on July 7th but the date is just an estimate and hasn’t been confirmed yet. Also, the album consists of 12 songs and they plan to promote him for the big screen (movies) as well!

Click here to view videos from the party
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On the 23rd, Se7en attended the Asian Excellence Awards (AXAs) in LA. He presented the Outstanding Film Actor Award with HK actress Teresa Cheung, in English! The AXAs highlights Asian American achievement in the film and television industry. Many Hollywood people were there and America’s Best Dance Crew’s JabbaWockeeZ and Kaba Modern. The award show will be broadcasted TONIGHT on the E! channel at 6PM Eastern Time. Check your local listings for times! Sorry for telling you guys on such a late notice >.< This post was supposed to be up a few days ago...but my internet died XD

But here is a video of Se7en and Teresa Cheung presenting the award