[news] YG Artists and Tattoos

JoongAng daily published an interesting English article about tattoos on March 16: Fighting for art on a natural canvas.As you may be aware, getting tattoos in parlors is currently illegal in Korea, where they’re considered a medical procedure that should only be done by doctors. The article outlines the efforts of the Korean Tattoo Association to regulate tattooing in Korea. The association was founded last year, after a revision to medical laws that would make tattoos legal was proposed by the Ministry for Health, Welfare and Family Affairs. The revision was scrapped and the tattooist who appealed...

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[News] YG, “Se7en will be coming back with new music”

What kind of music will singer Se7en comeback with this earlier half of the year?This will be Se7en’s comeback after being away from the Kpop scene for a long time when he started preparations for his American debut in 2006, and his comeback album will be released in around May-June.YG Entertainment representative Yang HyunSeok has also gave the promise, “He will not be doing the usual style but will be back showing a new image and with new music.”A YG rep said on 4th March, “In order to present good music, we are currently workig on the recordings works after receiving many songs from many composers.”Of...

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[News] Se7en To Return Better Than Ever

Murmurs of Se7en’s Kpop comeback have been floating since G-Dragon’s mega concert and now there’s some solid confirmation of a new album.A YG Entertainment spokesperson has stated that Se7en is currently in the studio working with elite producers to start promoting the album in MayThe rep said,“The actual date of comeback will be decided upon after we consider the format of the album and its musical quality. We are expecting a comeback around May or June. So far, only 50% of the album has been recorded; however, it won’t take much longer.”S:GoodvibeCredits:...

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[News]Solo Singers Are Now Getting Ready For 2010

Boy and girl bands may have conquered music charts last year, but solo singers are aiming at comebacks in 2010. But will they be able to win over fans amid the popularity of idol groups?Lee Hyo-ri and Kim Jong-kook, the two stars of the first season of the popular show "Family is Out!" are returning to the small screen as singers this February. Netizens expressed their anticipation as the news spread that they were returning to the idol group dominated music scene, and experts are expecting a year of more diversity.According to her agency, Mnet Media, the singer has once again been working on...

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[News] YG wants to start the year strong

According to OSEN, YG will be starting the first half of the year strong by Gummy, TOP, Daesung & 2NE1's comeback.It is reported that Gummy will be singing the OST for a drama and Taeyang will then be releasing his solo album.Daesung will be releasing his solo album and solo activities will start late-january or early-february after Taeyang & Big Show Concert ends, it is said that he'll reveal two songs from his album during the concert and TOP will be releasing his solo album next and all solo activities will start mid-february or early march!2NE1 will then be releasing their 1st album...

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[News]YG Will Start The Year Right And Strong

According to OSEN, YG will be starting the first half of the year strong by Gummy, TOP, Daesung & 2NE1's comeback.It is reported that Gummy will be singing the OST for a drama and Taeyang will then be releasing his solo album.Daesung will be releasing his solo album and solo activities will start late-january or early-february after Taeyang & Big Show Concert ends, it is said that he'll reveal two songs from his album during the concert and TOP will be releasing his solo album next and all solo activities will start mid-february or early march!2NE1 will then be releasing their 1st album...

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[News] Top Asian Pop Acts of the Decade: BoA, Rain, Wonder Girls, Se7en

EoTY: Top Asian Pop Acts of the DecadeJinraIlustrisimo on Wednesday, December 30, 2009 11:00PMWhen it comes to making strides, this decade was all about Asian pop acts making them in the world of Asian pop music. Aside from sheer talent and devoted fan bases, the biggest driving force and probably the reason why you know about these Asian pop stars is because of well, the Internet. While I didn’t make it on my own list of Top Asian Pop Acts of the Decade, I’m sure you’ll agree wholeheartedly with my choices. And maybe we’ll see me around for the next decade. (Or not.)1. BoA: Admittedly, I am by...

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[News]Taeyang and Se7en picture revealed!

Se7en on Dec 9, posted a picture of him with BigBang TaeYang into his minihompy photo album. Under the title “TAEYANG & 7″, the picture was taken during G-Dragon’s concert back on December 6. Se7en was a guest star in GD’s concert and he performed 2 remix songs for “I’ll Do Well” and “lalala” which amused people at the concert. Se7en, “Hopefully in early next year, I can show you a lot of new music, please support me”. While few netizen comments for the pictures, “He’s very handsome”, “I want to see oppa on stage the soonest!”, “His style seems to have changed much.” source:mtstarnews ||...

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[News] Se7en, “It’s been 2 years since I’ve performed in Korea, and it feels good”

Se7en greets fans performing in Korea after 2 long years.Se7en was present as guest appearance for GDragon’s ‘Shine A Light’ concert on 6th December in Seoul Olympic Stadium.He performed his American debut song ‘Girls’ and joked, “You know who I am?”. He continued, “It has been 2 years since I’ve performed in Korea. I’m feeling really happy now.”Se7en added, “When I was in the States, I really longed for Korean stage, and I miseed everyone so so much. About a month back, JiYoung asked me to guest his concert, and I thought ‘this is the moment’ that I should come out.”He also revealed, “I am currently...

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[video] An Interview with Shaun Evaristo

He mentioned working with YG’s Big Bang, 2NE1 and Se7en and talked a bit about Dara’s Tagalog skills. He’s now working on his ‘Dancing for Cause‘ <3 workshop that will benefit a Philippine charity called ‘Gawad Kalinga’.Source: PacificRimVideoPress@youtubeLyle Beniga, Aimee Lucas, Taeyang and ShaunCheck out the message! “Dance to inspire not to impress” That’s right!Photo cr: ybeffect@photoro + danceforacause.net; 21evo....

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[News] Se7en reveals couple photos on Park Han Byul's birthday

Singer Se7en reveals his love openly for girlfriend Park HanByul!Se7en posted up a photo on his minihompy on 17th November which is also Park HanByul’s 26th birthday. He posted it in the photo folder called ‘7star’ and wrote, “A photo cut from Byul filming set. happy b’day ^^ ♥”Fans who visited Se7en’s minihompy congratulated Park HanByul on her birthday but at the same time are also in envy of the couple.Se7en previously revealed his 7 years love relationship with Park HanByul through a post on his minihompy in June.He will be peforming on GDragon’s independent concert coming 5th and 6th December...

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[info]Se7en Celebrates 25th Birthday!

With the latest buzz that Se7en will be a special guest at G-dragon's concert today Se7en also makes fan headlines as he celebrates his birthday. Let us take a look back to what made Choi DongWook, one of Korea's hottest singer as Se7en. Se7en was born on November 9, 1984 to a family of two older sisters, loving parents and a grandmother. During middle school, he began his training under YG Entertainment where he stayed eventually to debut in March of 2003. We were first introduced to Se7en with his album, Just Listen. Back then, he had brown-orange permed hair and a cute boyish charm. His singles...

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[News]Se7en to perform at G-Dragon’s concert!

Se7en will be making his official return to the k-pop scene at G-Dragon's first solo concert (Shine a light) on December 5th and 6th at the Seoul Olympic Stadium.G-Dragon stated his enthusiasm: "This is my first solo concert and I wanted Se7en to perform as a guest badly, as I was so close with him during my training years, but I couldn't say anything and waited patiently."Se7en stated: "I was very close with G-Dragon during our younger years, and since this is his first solo concert, it's an absolute must that I be there (to support). I'm currently figuring out which songs to perform and...

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[news] Se7en to release new album next year

Popular singer Se7en has begun recording his new song, which is expected to be released next year.The 24-year-old star's agency, YG Entertainment said on Oct. 23, "After Se7en finishes recording, he will unveil the new songs in the early part of next year.""About the type of record, we haven't decided yet. It would be either a single, or a mini album," they added.It has been almost three years since he was last on the Korean pop scene. For the last couple of years, he devoted his energy to entering the U.S. music market. Se7en finally made his U.S. debut with "Girls," produced by Dark Child and...

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[News] Singer Se7en prepping for comeback

According to YG Entertainment on Tuesday, Singer Se7en is in preparations to make a comeback to the local music scene for the first time since 2006.An official at YG Entertainment told 10Asia over the phone,"He has recently been recording songs for his next album to be released in Korea,"Although the exact timing isn't confirmed, the official added that a single could be released ahead of a regular album. "It will all depend on how good the song is -- the comeback may be delayed if the song isn't good enough," she explained.The 24-year-old singer had last released a fourth album in Korea before...

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