Top stars Se7en and Boa are entering the U.S. music market this spring, and are expected to compete head-to-head.

Boa revealed that she is currently preparing her U.S. album, aiming for its release in May. Se7en also expects to release his U.S. album in 2-3 months, which means that both singers will be debuting in the U.S. at the same time.

Since 2006, Se7en partnered up with top star Usher, TLC, and producer Mark Shimmel, Beyonce’s album producer Richie Harrison. They are currently making finishing touches to Se7en’s album.

Se7en’s record label YG Entertainment’s president, Yang Hyun Suk, said on his homepage on Feb. 1, “The album will soon be released.”

Boa will also join Se7en this May, making a smooth transition into the U.S. markets.

On the other hand, Boa’s album will be produced by Peter Rapfelson, who also produced an album for internationally reknown pop star Madonna, along with other well-known producers.

Both Boa and Se7en have earned much praise in Japan, as well as the rest of Asia. It will be interesting how their competition in the U.S. will turn out.

They are not the only Koreans debuting in the U.S. this year. JYP will soon see to J. Lim, G. Soul and Min’s officially debut in 2008. This is a decisive year for many Korean artists who will test the U.S. waters for success.

Talking about all these potential debuters, where is Rain? Wasn’t he planning on debuting in the U.S.?

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indeed, that’s a hella good question, soyboy! where is Rain? is he busy playing his miniature self lego at home? or maybe he’s playing the cute lego between his recording the OST for upcoming cartoon “Kung Fu Panda?” this is weird .. but i’m starting to miss him.

But anyway, here we go again…all these debut thingies…we’ve heard about Se7en’s perfect plan since summer last year, then suddenly an official message showed up saying it was all suspended, and now, out of the blue, he’s going to battle with BoA. hmm..i don’t dare to expect too much on this. we’ll see, just hope there won’t be any postpone or we all are gonna be tired waiting for his damn-holy US album. as for BoA, isn’t she supposed to take some rest or whatever? i heard she has some issue with..uh…life? like i read in this Boajjang forum, some people so-called BoA die hards even suggested her to take a good rest before she does something further with her career..

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Rain is a legoman in a new Speed Racer collection!
Koreans are amazed at how there is Korean written on the lego block more than the fact that one of the figurines is Rain!

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Most people know singer Byul from Full House OST “I think I love you ..”
So much Full-House-talk today *dizzy*

So Byul was recently asked what her most valuable possession was, and the women without any hesitation has reported that quickly answered it was her wallet that was most dear to her. Byul has explained Rain bought it for her as a birthday present three years ago (She is working under JYP entertainment).

Byul was asked to be the opening act on Rain’s ‘Rainy Day’ tour in China, with the tour dates just happening to land on her birthday as well. Well aware of Byul’s birthday during his touring, Rain felt bad that she wasn’t able to celebrate it with her family back home, thus, presenting this gift to show his appreciation to her. Even though she has used this wallet for three years, she has no intention of replacing it just yet. Byul reveals that she wants to use this wallet as long as it can last, even when her friends tease her that her real reasons are otherwise.

Kindly showing us a part of her personal life, Byul cutely says “ I will continue to work hard to save up money to put in this wallet until it can’t be closed. I’ll work my hardest, so please continue to support me. See you and thank you ^^” .

We don’t fall for Rain’s fashion taste but glad to see for once he is reported to have a giving hand too … instead of making others pay for his lunch and dinner.

Before Rain’s ajumma die-hard jump on her throat o.O
and start searching a way to bash the women ….
Please note Byul has her own tears to cry …
The women was recently in the midst of a scandalous relationship
that was revealed on a missionary trip to USA!

The trip was to Seatle

We donno the guy .. Do you?

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2007.12.24 Rain Christmas massege …

Merry Christmas~ *^^*

Hi everybody this is Rain.
The winter season has come and we are welcomed with the chilly weather.
However, our CLOUD family is staying warm right?
I hope that all of you will be able to spend this 2007 Christmas with your family, friends and loved ones around you, and I hope that with them you guys will have a warm and happy holiday.

2007 is coming to an end….
I hope that you guys finish this year with a happy heart, and welcome the 2008 year with optimism.

I’m going to stop my letter here, but don’t worry I will come back soon and write to you guys again. Please stay healthy and be careful that you don’t catch a cold.

Have a merry merry Christmas everybody!!

Rain - SK Telecoms Xmas [CF]

what an ugly phone! ~.~\

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