By Blogger Master Minggu, 08 April 2012 0 comments

IU, on April 8, posted a photo on her cafe.
In the photo, the text reads...

"What are you doing? Are you thinking about me?"



Though fans have no idea about the picture, they responded with, "Yes! Everyday...","I'm thinking of you now.", "Is this her face at this moment?" and so on.

Source: IU's official fancafe
Written by KYUriShana@dkpopnews.net

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씨앤블루.. 지금 무얼 하고 있을까요?
1)뮤뱅 공연 준비 중
2)뮤지컬 리허설 중
3)놀이중
4)개콘 출연중…
정답은 이번주 일요일~

[Trans] CNBLUE .. what are you doing right now?
1) Getting ready for Music Bank
2) Rehearsal for musical
3) Just playing
4) Appearing in Gag Concert..
the answer this Sunday~


내일 밤 개콘 씨엔블루 (CNBLUE)의 습격! 용화 어디 갔어?

[Trans] Tomorrow there will be a CNBLUE attack in Gag Concert! Yonghwa where are you?



너 씨앤블루 용화지?
어! 어떻게 알았지? 뒤집어써도 빛이 나~

[Trans] You’re Yonghwa right?
Oh! How did you know? I’m still shining even though I’m covered~



우리 이름은 씨엔블루다. 영어로는 CNBLUE!
TV특종 한번만 더 씨앤블루라 부르면 이 칼이 용서치 않으리라~ ^^

[Trans] Our name is Sshi-en-beul-lu. In English it’s CNBLUE!
TV Exclusive if you spelled our name wrongly again, this sword will never forgive you~ ^^

Source: @kbs_exclusive
Translated by: fizzy @ cnbluestorm

By Blogger Master Jumat, 06 April 2012 0 comments

“10 reasons to discover K-Pop”

It is time to seriously look into the musical phenomenon of the moment, I named : k-pop. You don’t know anything about it, you are intrigued, are you wondering what is happening in the world’s musical pop? Remedial class.

9/ Because, just like in all self-respecting show-business, there are juicy scandals

In a culture obsessed by appearance and the respect of hierarchy, the room for maneuver is narrow for the young adults.
Thus, carried by their desire to live from music, they endure all the humiliations from a business in the form of jungle. The idol contracts with the music companies often exceed the five years, and they only receive a negligible profit margin from the phenomenal incomes stored up. In 2009, three of the members of the group DBSK turn against SM and sue them denouncing their exclusivity contracts, as well as the unequal distribution of the incomes. The three leaving artists become JYJ, and the two surviving take the name of TVXQ. Since, this is war : SM drags the lawsuits against JYJ, and prevent them from promoting their music.

Next to the excess of the American stars, k-pop remains very “wise”, but the reactions of the conservative Korea stay fascinating to observe.

[Parts unrelated to JYJ ommited]

Source: Glamour Paris
Translated by: @6004theSheena
Shared by: JYJ3

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Is this a field of flowers~?? Having showed awesome comeback stages on today’s “Music Bank,” Shinhwa and CNBLUE have gathered together in the waiting room!! Aren’t the two teams all heartwarming?!^_^ http://t.co/Ipo6Aojv

Source: @KBSMusicBank
Translated by: kimdongwan
Posted by AJ@cnbluestorm

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Junsu: Snap a shot with Jung Jae at the cafe! A relaxing evening… it’s really not bad~ pic.twitter.com/vIUWYqhi



Yoon Young Shik (@yoonphantom): @1215thexiahtic Having an enjoyable time~~ ^^ We shall meet tomorrow!! ^^

Junsu: @yoonphantom Looks like its a long-awaited reunion. keke. See you tomorrrow, hyung~ ^^

Junsu: If only I am my mother’s mirror… (she) will look at me… (she) will talk to me… This lyrics… really seems to have portray Rudolph’s feelings out well… I like this lyrics the most…

Junsu: Mother, listen to me… Please help me… Seung Dae hyung is really pleading here, he did it so well ^^ ke.

Yoochun: Who is it… pic.twitter.com/17RH7EQm



Lee Minho (@93leeminho): How can the three of us be omitted at Yoochun hyung’s fan meeting! Hyung really didn’t know it… Caught you~ ^^!! Keke twitpic.com/93nv64



credit: josiemiao + babewarm
trans by: rachui@sharingyoochun

By Blogger Master Sabtu, 31 Maret 2012 0 comments

Thanks to everyone, the May issue, released 24 March, is nearly sold out.

Stock seems to still be available at the following bookstores, so please contact them.

・Bunkyodo Shibuya
・Bunkyodo Osaki

http://www.bunkyodo.co.jp/store/store2.htm#tokyo

・Book Express Ecute Shinagawa South Branch

http://www.bookg.jp/store/shinagawa.html

・Meishodo Ueno

http://meishodo.co.jp/?page_id=178

※Please note that stock availability is accurate as of 27 March.

I would like to touch briefly on the happenings on the day of the photoshoot this time.

The shoot began in the morning on that day.
The duo had schedules till late the previous night, but they did not show any hint of tiredness, and greeted the staff with smiles once they entered the studio.
While Changmin was having his hair and makeup done, Yunho had an frank conversation with us staff. (the topics included Korean actresses)
Up till now, there have been many unique, unapproachable people among those popular artists who appear on the cover (of Men’s Club), but Tohoshinki was really friendly.
The photographer, Mr. Shimomura said, “They seem like extremely nice people! ☆☆☆”
Everyone was in a very good mood even before the shooting (laughs).

When seeing them in real-life, they are like regular young men, and left me with a very good impression.
But once they are up in front of the cameras, their “model-faces” immediately come on~!
It was really evident that they took each task seriously, no matter what it is.

Yunho shooting. He is very serious.
The duo also made decisions very quickly, so shooting went along very quickly.
Several shots were taken (continuously) without the shutter stopping, and it was an “OK”.
“What!? It’s already over!?!? OK~~~!!!” said Yunho in high spirits.

Changmin checked the monitor carefully, and always responded to our requests seriously with, “I understand.”

In the limited time, they wore apparel from 6 different brands. Although it may seem impossible, but the filming ended quickly thanks to the efforts of the duo and Mr. Shimomura.

After the interview, when the chief editor and Mr. Shimomura requested for a photo together, they also accepted it without hesitation.

Also, we will be giving signed polaroids to three chosen readers!

They did three different sets of poses and expressions properly!
There is a participation form in this issue, please send it in via postcard. (We have already received more than 200 entires!)

The rumour that you will become a fan once you meet them is true!
For those who have not checked out “model-shinki”, please do so soon!

Source : [Men's Club Editor's Blog]

Translated & Shared by: dongbangdata.net

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ー On March 28th, “SCREAM” and “COLLECTION” albums were released simultaneously.

DARA: “SCREAM” is a new song that we recorded specially for the Japanese fans. It has an addictive melody and the way the sound changes in the different parts are interesting; people will enjoy as they listen to it.

MINZY: It’s also a song that will lift up your mood when you listen to it, it’s music that’s easy to sing along to. While you are walking and you’re listening to this song continuously, you’ll find yourself singing to it and smiling. Ha ha!

ー Ah, I know that feeling well. There’s music that connects 2 people, the music which itself has power, which increases little by little as time goes by.

BOM: And this song is really good, MINZY has a very sharp edge during the rap parts and she sounds really cool! Also when I recorded my parts for this song, I put more power into my voice, as I wanted to have a distinct color. Frankly, when I first heard “SCREAM” it was a bit difficult for me initially, since I couldn’t understand it much (bitter smile).. But like they said, the melody really made me want to sing along as I listened to it more; then when CL and DARA added their unique charms during their parts, it became even more of a song that I like to listen to again and again.

ー Also, the lyrics has the charm of a club scene, where there’s a man who’s a player, going around, and then there’s this decision being made that “If you’re not going to change your attitude, then BYE!” At first glance, this shows a strong woman who has her mind set and who has a determined attitude, but at the same time, a woman’s fragile state is also portrayed.

CL: Verbal of M-Flo wrote the lyrics. It was a great opportunity to work with VERBAL; it was something fresh and exciting while working with him and his team during the planning stage.

ー For the album “COLLECTION” several exciting songs were recorded into it. For a first album release in Japan, there’s the new Japanese song, plus several hit Korean songs that were recorded in Japanese!

CL: It’s our first full album in Japan, and we wanted wanted to introduce the group 2NE1 to the everyone in Japan, to introduce the sense of who we are, so we included our Korean songs and translated them into Japanese.

DARA: 2NE1 has many different styles and different colors, so once people listen to this album, people would immediately think and know that this is 2NE1. When people can say that “This is 2NE1″ definitely, once they hear a song or see a member, then we’ve completed our mission!

BOM: 2NE1 isn’t all about our new styles or our new look, there’s our music. Our songs are ones that once you listen to them, they become familiar, and people can enjoy them more and more as they listen to them.

CL: Among all our songs, I think “FIRE,” which is our debut song in Korea, is still 2NE1′s trademark. Like when you think of 2NE1, there’s no way you won’t be able to think of that song. So when we did this album, when it was time for us to decide on what we wanted to put as the first song, all four of us decided that it would be this song. It’s to represent a new start for 2NE1, and will also give a big impact the moment that you listen to the album.

DARA: When we were doing this album, we newly recorded the songs in Japanese. When we did “FIRE,” all my feelings and memories of excitement and nervousness during the time we debuted, came rushing up. It was a very deep and strong feeling.

MINZY: Our intention is to bring the original songs to life in Japanese. However, because “FIRE” is completely incorporated into my mind in Korean for a long time, there was a difficult feeling of transition when we were recording it with Japanese lyrics. Though I understood the lyrics, it still had a different feel, so it took quite some time to record it. On the other hand, “SCREAM” is a totally new song, it had a completely blank slate right from the start, so recording that song was the best and it went by easier.

BOM: “I DON’T CARE” is also our debut song, and it also makes people associate the song with us when they listen to it. When I went to America, someone recommended the song to me and said, “Listen to to this song, “I DON’T CARE,” it’s really good and it’s sung by a group from South Korea,” and made me listen to it. Ha ha!

ー You were approached and they promoted it Ha ha

BOM: I was thinking that hey, I’m one of those people who sang that song… Ha ha! But it was really impressive, and I was really proud of 2NE1.

ー 2NE1 has really proven that music transcends borders…

BOM: That’s why 2NE1 will work harder and will endeavor to be at the top of the world!

ー 2NE1 is already the best group I think.

BOM: No, we’re still not the best yet (grins)

ー Your humble attitude and hard work have made people curious, and they would want to know more about 2NE1 and the group’s charm has steadily increased.

CL: It’s also because the members care and respect each other.

Credits:

Source: http://www.oricon.co.jp/music/interview/2012/2ne1_0328/index.html
Japanese-Korean Translations by: Nao@OhDara/ @BJN_21 on Twitter
Korean-English Translations by: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/ SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara

By Blogger Master Jumat, 30 Maret 2012 0 comments

Even riding in the car, he is not next to her. She doesn’t need expensive clothes and bags anymore.

She wants to return to her real self. You can see a little hope in that sad face.

Instead of the chapel rice shower, it is like the falling snow is blessing the new Yoona.

She tries to go back to him. No matter how it ends up.

Right now, the relationship with him has ended. Sunny runs out of the store as the rain’s tears fall.

There is a slight flow of hope in her expression.

It was fun when they were going out. Just the smallest mistake and they went their separate ways.

She often thinks about what would have happened if they continued to be together.

Without a doubt, right now she is happy. But what if it was a different kind of happiness.

The light of the evening street lamps lights her face.

The boy that she had an unrequited love for went far away. she’s living in a dream where if she only went back into the past to tell him about her feelings.

But, building up her courage, she runs out. To him.

Sooyoung speaks of breaking up. After a few minutes of silence, the two laugh. They both laugh off their stubbornness.

Tiffany dashes through the park. This park is the perfect place where nobody will bother her.

Just like that the word marriage came out, but one day he wanted to break up with her suddenly.

Even after many months passed, she still doesn’t know the reason. If they can’t go back, she wants to ask why. “Is it my fault?”

If she knew why, she would be able to move forward.

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Gain: “The last time when I came, eonnis asked me what was fun. The places that gave me the deepest impression include Tsim Sha Tsui, SOHO and dinner. And also, the last time I came, I haven’t learnt how to drink (liquer) yet, this time I’m here, I’m hoping to go to a bar.”

Narsha: “The happiest thing, is of course seeing so many fans, and grateful that they’re always waiting, we’re very touched. Just now when we came to Central, we saw lots of buildings which has the Europe kind of feel.”

Q: Your latest album “Sixth Sense”, what sixth sense does the members have?
Jea: “I’m more sensitive to smells, is that considered as a sixth sense?”

Miryo: “This question is very abstract. I’ve never given that a thought.”

Q: This year, members focus more on solo activities, is it tough?

Narsha: “No matter team work or solo, I still love it. The one difference is that in a team, whenever there’s a problem, we can go to one another to solve it. For solo activities, it makes you feel more independent. Looking at it from a better angle, it teaches us how to be independent and solve problems ourselves.”

Q: What’s your ideal guy?

Narsha: “Last time I was like any other girl, we just want to get a cool looking guy. But honestly, we are not young now, we have changed our ideal type. I think the most important thing in a relationship is the other person has to understand my needs and we can communicate well. “

Jea: “I agree with Narsha totally. If I have to give an example, I’ll say Aaron Kwok. Don’t be shock as to how I know him, I’ve liked him since my high school days.”

Miryo: “2am Changmin’s not bad. He sings well, he can cook, he is a really soft guy but we won’t have a chance.” (big smile)

Q: There’s a lot of girl group from your time which disbanded, what is your secret?

Miryo: “This is a very hard question. I don’t dare to say that we’re better than the other groups. The only thing I can day is that Brown Eyed Girls is different from the others, we can write lyrics and compose.”

Narsha: “To the rookies, we’re their sunbae. I’m happy because this proves that we are really experienced in the entertainment industry, we earned their respect. But also proves that we’re getting older, must remind ourselves not to be lazy, sometimes we feel pressured. Along our path here, I feel pitiful for those who disbanded, but it makes us feel lucky and grateful.”

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Hello, this is Nana.

I went to see a lot of fashion shows.

I got the chance to meet a lot of different people, and I was taught several different things.

Also, there were just great clothes. I also want to wear them!

At the venue, I met with Chiaki-san from AAA (*Translator’s Note: a Japanese co-ed group) and ICONIQ-san.

They are both really nice and I'm glad I met them.

The clothes I wore were dress from H&M and Versace's collaboration collection.

At another event, I met with JUNO-san.

The clothes are a dress by FENDI.

I also was wearing accessories by CHAUMET.

And apart of that, I met with different peopleー♪♪

I’m showing you my picture with the designer.

By Blogger Master Kamis, 29 Maret 2012 0 comments

After School member Juyeon posted a new message on their blog. She updated their blog on March 28th and the blog title is "This is Juyeon, thank you so much for your messages!"

Translated from Japanese to English by okdr – Credit: fyafterschool

Written by: angelclowie18@dkpopnews.net