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June 19, 2011
Koreaboo | G-Dragon is preparing for his next solo album?
In August of 2009, G-Dragon released his first studio album, "Heartbreaker." The album consisted of ten songs, with the lyrics written entirely by G-Dragon himself, except for the song, "The Leaders," which was a collaboration track between G-Dragon, Teddy, and CL (2NE1).
Almost two years later, G-Dragon shared in a magazine interview his thoughts on the album, "Heartbreaker," and his plans for the future. G-Dragon participated in an interview with "Fans World" 2011 No. 10 Magazine.
Check out his responses below!
Question: Over two years ago, you released "Heartbreaker." You said, "I'm not an idol, but a symbol." Now, looking at Big Bang's concepts, it looks like you're trying to break the "idol image."
G-Dragon: The views people had of us within out two year and three month hiatus changed. During that period, I think that "idols" changed to a term that is now used for younger idols. We are all getting older, and it is kind of embarrassing for us to still be called "idols." Maybe it is time that we were called "musicians" instead of "idols."
Question: Your first album, "Heartbreaker," had a lot of controversies that surrounded it. What is your response to that?
G-Dragon: One day while driving, I played the entire album one more time. I felt guilty about it. I was really confident then that albums to me were like my diary. When I became sixty or seventy years old, I would be able to listen to it an know what I was thinking about and who I loved during that time period from the lyrics I wrote. Now I find that the idea of using my diary for an album concept was too impulsive. I could have done better with it if it wasn't so impulsive of a concept. Currently, I am preparing for my next solo album. If the production goes quickly, it will be released by next year!
Are you looking forward to G-Dragon's upcoming solo album later this year or early next year?
Source: BigBangVIP and "Fans World" 2011 No. 10 Magazine
Posted by eggyone @ Koreaboo
June 2, 2011
K-Pop idols continue to rise in Japan
Despite of the recent tragedy that happened in Japan on 11th of March 2011, it seems like Kpop idol groups continue heading to Japan for further promotions.
Kpop idol groups in Japan are beginning to play a very competitive role in the Oricon Charts. At any record shop in Tokyo, you are able to see Japanese albums of various Kpop idol groups such as Girls’ Generation, KARA, 4minute, Big Bang, B2st, and more. Posters of the groups are found almost everywhere at any record shops in Japan, proving their rising popularity as well. Even in bookstores, you might even find them in some of the front covers magazines.
Girls’ Generation recently hit Japan with their third Japanese single Mr. Taxi. On 1st of June 2011, they will be releasing their first Japanese original album Girls’ Generation.
Kara went to Japan and promoted the Japanese version of their hit song Mister, it came up Top 5 on the Oricon charts despite them being in the early stages of their debut.
As for 4minute, they had collaborated with Japanese singer Thelma Aoyama for her single, Without U, which was released on May 25, 2011.
A well known famous blogger in Japan, Danny Choo, mentioned “Korean Pop is big business in Japan – you see and hear a lot of it on TV and while walking out n about town.”
Truly, Kpop entertainment agencies are dealing quite an impact on Japan music industries, not forgetting that these companies will/are venturing to other parts of the world as well.
Korean entertainment agencies such as SM, JYP and YG Entertainment have released teaser and music videos of their artists new songs on their official YouTube channels. This is to give fans from all over the world, a easier and faster way to view the latest Kpop videos performed by the artists.
What are your opinions? Do you wish to see your favorite idol groups expand more of their promotion to your country rather than Japan? Which country will that be, then?
Source: Danny Choo
Photo: Danny Choo @ Culture_Japan.jp
May 27, 2011
Big Bang album achieves #1 position in both Astroplus & Odyssey!
YG domination continues! Last week, one of the country's biggest record retail chains - Astroplus announced that Big Bang Special Edition album was their Overall Number One Album after two days of release in the market! This week, another big record retail chain, Odyssey, released their latest bestselling album chart (dated May 9 to 15, 2011) and guess what album is at the #1 spot of their Album Chart ? You're right, it's also Big Bang Special Edition album while Essential Big Bang CD+DVD is at the number two position! Astroplus and Odyssey has a combined of more than 100 record stores nationwide.
Big Bang Special Edition is the Second Number One Album in the Philippines for Big Bang and is the 3rd Number One album for YG Entertainment in the country after 2NE1 "To Anyone" went number one in January 2011 and GD&TOP charted number one in March 2011. Big Bang Special Edition is also Universal Records' 19th Number One K-Pop album! Universal Records in cooperation with Big Bang Philippines Fan Club, Astroplus, Odyssey and MYX finally launched YG Entertainment superstar group Big Bang's Special Edition and Essential Big Bang albums in the Philippines last May 14th. The Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event was held in four record stores - Astroplus The Block, Astroplus Mall of Asia, Odyssey Megamall and Odyssey SM Bacoor. An estimated more than one thousand VIPs trooped to these stores to show their support for their K-pop idols!
Album buyers can be part of Big Bang′s fan club in the Philippines by filling up the membership form, plus a chance to win Big Bang standee by joining the "Certified VIP Contest". Of course, VIPs are also excited to have a grab of Big Bang albums and get those amazing freebies! Big Bang cover groups Dynam[i]te and BX3 graced the event and entertained everyone with their moves.
Indeed, the Big Bang album launch event was a huge success for having gained a high number of CD sales in just one day!
MTVK's Top 10 Sexiest Male Idols in K-Pop results!
These were such incredibly shocking results. Nobody could have seen this one coming…JYJ‘s Jaejoong was both MTV K and the readers’ pick for the sexiest male idol in K-Pop!
Jay Park wasn’t far behind and Time 100 Reader’s Choice Award winner Rain came in third. Siwon and Taecyeon’s abs landed them at 4 and 5, respectively.
Check out the full list below!
1. JYJ’s Jaejoong
2. Jay Park
3. Rain
4. Super Junior’s Siwon
5. 2PM’s Taecyeon
6. MBLAQ’s Lee Joon
7. TVXQ’s Changmin
8. BEAST’s Gikwang
9. Big Bang’s T.O.P
10. 2AM’s Seulong
Posted by sunnykim @ MTVK
May 24, 2011
Big Bang Special Edition CD & Essential Big Bang CD+DVD Now Available Nationwide. Free Poster in Selected Record Outlets
BIG BANG SPECIAL EDITION CD
Big Bang made their long-awaited Korean comeback in February with their 4th mini album which spawned the hit "Tonight" and fans should be happy to know the boys aren't going anywhere just yet. As a follow-up to their 4th mini-album, the group is now releasing the special compilation "Big Bang Special Edition". The album features three new tracks - the new Big Bang songs "Love Song" and "Stupid Liar" and Daesung's solo "Baby Don't Cry", which he performed at 'Big Show 2011'. Aside from the new tracks, you also get a selection of the members' other recent works, including three songs from Big Bang's 4th mini-album, two GD&TOP tracks and Taeyang and Seungri solos.
This edition comes with a 100-page photobook.
Big Bang "Special Edition" tracklist:
1. Love Song
2. Stupid Liar
3. Tonight
4. High High (GD&TOP)
5. Oh Yeah (GD&TOP feat. 2NE1's Park Bom)
6. Cafe
7. I Need A Girl (Taeyang feat. G-Dragon)
8. Somebody To Love
9. What Can I Do (Seungri)
10. Baby Don't Cry (Daesung's Solo)
ESSENTIAL BIG BANG CD+DVD
Certified VIPs should definitely have this CD+DVD! Originally compiled by YG Entertainment only for Thailand VIPs, it's now made available to Filipino VIPs!
"Essential Big Bang" (CD+DVD) was launched together with "Big Bang Special Edition" CD on MAY 14 (Saturday) at Astroplus The Block, Astroplus Mall Of Asia, Odyssey Megamall And Odyssey Bacoor!
"Essential Big Bang" (CD+DVD) is a 'maxi-album' that includes a CD with Big Bang's biggest hits and a DVD with some of their music videos.
CD tracklist:
1. Bigbang
2. La La La
3. A Fool Of Tears
4. We Belong Together
5. Shake It
6. Lies
7. Always
8. Last Farewell
9. Haru Haru
10. Heaven
11. Oh My Friend
12. Sunset Glow
13. Lollipop Pt.2
DVD tracklist:
1. Lies (music video)
2. Always (music video)
3. Last Farewell (music video)
4. Haru Haru (music video)
5. Oh My Friend (music video)
6. Sunset Glow (music video)
Get Free Limited Edition Big Bang Special Edition Poster or Essential Big Bang Poster (size 24" x 36") in the following record stores when you buy Big Bang Special Edition CD or Essential Big Bang CD+DVD:
Metro Manila:
Astroplus SM Mall Of Asia 5560080
Astrovision Robinsons Place Ermita 5363228
Astroplus SM North Edsa 9201531
Astroplus The Block North Edsa 4420372
Astroplus SM Makati 3182382
Astroplus SM Megamall 6331793
Astroplus SM San Lazaro 7862428
Astrovision Virra Mall 7210811
Astrovision Trinoma 9155163
Astrovision Filinvest 8503978
Astrovision Metro East 6813390
Astrovision Shangrila Plaza 6359967
Astrovision Robinsons Gallleria 6363173
Odyssey Gateway 4210596
Odyssey SM Megamall 6873620
Odyssey SM Mall Of Asia 5560138
Odyssey Robinsons Place Ermita 5367941
Odyssey SM Fairview 9383152
Odyssey Filinvest 8503763
Odyssey Alabang 7725984
Odyssey SM Southmall 8062602
Odyssey SM Sta Mesa 7161551
Odyssey Robinsons Galleria 6314889
Odyssey Sta Lucia East Mall 6824271
Odyssey SM Bicutan 8229040
Odyssey SM Taytay 6612031
Odyssey SM Marikina 4771874
Odyssey SM Bacoor (046) 4177392
O Music Video Rockwell 8981090
O Music Video Greenbelt 8922039
The Landmark Trinoma 9229990
The Landmark Makati 8109990
Provinces:
Astroplus Sta. Rosa Laguna (049) 5349875
Astrovision Ayala Cebu (032) 2344535
Astroplus SM Marilao (044) 9332038
Astroplus SM Clark (045) 4990005
Astroplus SM Baguio (074) 6197768
Astroplus SM Lucena (042) 7100010
Odyssey SM Bacoor (046) 4177392
Odyssey Dasmarinas (046) 4323121
Odyssey SM Manduriao Iloilo (033) 3209755
Odyssey Limketkai Cagayan de Oro (088) 8562092
Odyssey SM Cebu (032) 2320769
Odyssey Gaisano Mall Davao (082) 2217750
Odyssey SM Pampanga (045) 9612468
Odyssey Olongapo (047) 2232248
Odyssey NE Pacific Nueva Ecija (044) 9409038
Odyssey Magic Mall Urdaneta Pangasinan (075) 6562919
Odyssey SM Batangas (043) 7832243
Odyssey SM Bacolod (034) 468 0036
Please call your favorite stores and get your copy of Big Bang Special Edition CD or Essential Big Bang CD+DVD and Poster now! Hurry, available on a first come first served basis only, while supplies last.
May 23, 2011
What is the charm of Big Bang and 2NE1?
Many songs of the YG artists are produced by this talented producer, Teddy, ranging from Taeyang’s ‘Only Look at Me’, Uhm Jeong Hwa’s ‘Disco’, Big Bang’s ‘Sunset Glow’ to the hit songs of Big Bang and 2NE1.
Recently, Money Today of Star News has met Teddy, the producer who is so active in the music industry nowadays to talk about his future activities and plans, together with how he thinks about the charisma that Big Bang and 2NE1 possess.
According to him, the growing process of Big Bang and 2NE1 is just like how a gem is formed – they have also been polished for a long period of time. He said the members of Big Bang are gifted with talent but they also work hard and the members of 2NE1 have potential as well as talent, too. He praised the girls highly.
First and foremost, he spoke highly of G-Dragon, Teddy said, ‘I have known G-Dragon ever since we were young but he is really like a talented friend to me,’ he continued,’music and fashion, he never treats them carelessly. His feelings keep on enriching his music as time goes by. His music grows with the efforts which he has put in.’
He praised Taeyang next, ‘Taeyang is also the same. Recently, at nights, after finishing his schedule, although he is already tired, he will still go to the recording room. For these days, I have to compose songs in the studio busily, I know how tired it is after working for a day.’
Teddy’s producer career will be accumulated to 12 years this year. He also praised 2NE1 highly according to his experience, ’4 singers who can really sing songs well,’ he continued, ‘ For 2NE1, they are like a paper, no matter what you draw on them, they can certainly show you what you want. All of these 4 can sing really well and they have rich expressive ability, too.’
Currently, Teddy is working with Will.i.am, the leader of the world-class hip hop group, Black Eyed Peas and others. It is not surprising that his domestic activities together with his overseas’ have attracted much attention. Domestically speaking, he has participated in the recent GD & TOP’s Hip Hop album and all the albums of 2NE1, all of these works have consolidated his position as a producer.
Posted by ElleUnnie @ YGUnited
Source: Starnews via bbvipz
Translated by: Rice @bigbangupdates
May 18, 2011
Big Bang zooms to Number One!
Big Bang Special Edition CD zooms to the Number One spot in one of the country's biggest record retail chains, Astroplus/Astrovision's album charts (dated May 9 to May 15, 2011). Big Bang Special Edition album occupies the Number One spot, while Esssential Big Bang CD+DVD is at Number Two position in both their Overall Album Chart and International Album charts! Astroplus/Astrovision has more than 80 record stores nationwide!
Big Bang Special Edition is the 2nd Number One album in the Philippines for Big Bang and is the 3rd Number One album for YG Entertainment in the country after 2NE1 "To Anyone" went number one in January 2011 and GD&TOP charted number one in March 2011. Big Bang Special Edition is also Universal Records' 19th Number One K-Pop album! Just last week, Tohoshinki "Complete Single A-Side Collection" also charted #1 in Astroplus Album Overall and International Album Chart.
Universal Records in cooperation with Big Bang Philippines Fan Club, Astroplus, Odyssey and MYX finally launched YG Entertainment superstar group Big Bang's Special Edition and Essential Big Bang albums in the Philippines last Saturday (May 14th). The Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event was held in four record stores - Astroplus The Block, Astroplus Mall of Asia, Odyssey Megamall and Odyssey SM Bacoor. An estimated more than one thousand VIPs trooped to these stores to show their support for their K-pop idols!
Album buyers can be part of Big Bang′s fan club in the Philippines by filling up the membership form, plus a chance to win Big Bang standee by joining the "Certified VIP Contest". Of course, VIPs are also excited to have a grab of Big Bang albums and get those amazing freebies! Big Bang cover groups Dynam[i]te and BX3 graced the event and entertained everyone with their moves.
Indeed, the Big Bang album launch event was a huge success for having gained a high number of CD sales in just one day!
May 17, 2011
Invasion of Filipino VIPs
See more photos here:
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150615006305414.690349.214540185413
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VIPs did it again! After showing us how BIG their fan base is during the GD&TOP album launch last March, they are back again, this time in bigger numbers at the Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event.
Universal Records in cooperation with Big Bang Philippines Fan Club, Astroplus, Odyssey and MYX finally launched YG Entertainment's biggest group Big Bang's albums in the Philippines last Saturday (May 14th).The Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event was held in four record stores - Astroplus The Block, Astroplus Mall of Asia, Odyssey Megamall and Odyssey SM Bacoor. An estimated more than one thousand VIPs trooped to these stores to show their support for their K-pop idols!
Album buyers can be part of Big Bang′s fan club in the Philippines by filling up the membership form, plus a chance to win Big Bang standee by joining the "Certified VIP Contest". Of course, VIPs are also excited to have a grab of Big Bang albums and get those amazing freebies! Big Bang cover groups Dynam[i]te and BX3 graced the event and entertained everyone with their moves.
Indeed, the Big Bang album launch event was a huge success for having gained a high number of CD sales in just one day!
Special thanks to Big Bang Philippines Fan Club and all their hardworking staff members, Astroplus, Odyssey and MYX, the #1 music channel in the Philippines and most of all all, much love to all VIPs who patiently waited for the Philippine album release and showing the immense support for Big Bang during the album launch.
May 11, 2011
Woot! Woot! We're giving away awesome prizes!
Be sure to regularly check out our Universal Records Facebook Fan Page for some spectacular contests!
Currently running the following contests:
The YG Entertainment CD Giveaway is here!
Take a look: Big Bang Album Launch Freebies
Freebies, part 1:
(http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150588380595414.684968.214540185413)
Freebies, part 2 - The Bundle Freebies:
(http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150588400145414.684972.214540185413)
[MV] Big Bang "Tonight" & "Haru Haru" and Seungri's "What Can I Do"
Big Bang "Tonight":
"Tonight" is one of the tracks taken from "Big Bang Special Edition".
Big Bang "Haru Haru":
"Haru Haru" music video is one of the tracks & MVs taken from "Essential Big Bang" CD+DVD.
Seungri's "What Can I Do":
Seungri's "What Can I Do" is one of the tracks taken from "Big Bang Special Edition".
VIPs, join us at the album launch of Big Bang Special Edition and Essential Big Bang CD+DVD this Saturday (May 14) at:
- Astroplus The Block
- Astroplus Mall Of Asia
- Odyssey Megamall
- Odyssey SM Bacoor
The Freebies are awesome! Don't miss it!
12 Things U Need To Know about Big Bang Album Launch
1. When is Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition and Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event?
- May 14, 2011 (Saturday)
2. Where is it going to be held?
- Astroplus The Block, Astroplus Mall Of Asia, Odyssey Megamall and Odyssey SM Bacoor
(http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150576641160414.677643.214540185413)
3. How many Big Bang albums will be launched during the event?
- Two (2) Big Bang albums (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150588428885414.684979.214540185413)
4. How much are the Big Bang albums?
- P500 each
5. What are the Freebies?
- When u buy one (1) CD this is what you'll get: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150588380595414.684968.214540185413
- When u buy two (2) CDs, this is what you'll get: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150588400145414.684972.214540185413
6. How big are the Big Bang posters?
- 24" x 36"
7. Any new kind of Freebie(s) aside from the usual big posters?
- Yes! Big Bang Tote Bag and Big Bang Plastic Folder
8. Is it true you can win Big Bang Standee?
- Yes , do join the "Certified VIP Contest" at the event: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.200237833347014.45438.161203927250405
9. Can we take a look inside the Philippine version of Big Bang Special Edition CD?
- You sure can, just click here: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150594555805414.687045.214540185413
10. Is it true Big Bang Special Edition CD has 100-page Full Color Photobook?
- Yes
11. Is it true Essential Big Bang CD has Bonus DVD?
- Yes, the DVD contains six (6) Big Bang MVs
12. Will there be cover groups performing during the event?
- Yes. Here are their schedule of performances:
Dynam[i]te
-Astroplus The Block (10am to 12nn)
- Odyssey Megemall (2pm to 4pm)
Check out their Facebook fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/pages/dynamite/127263920652747
BX3
- Odyssey Megamall (10am to 12nn)
- Astroplus Mall Of Asia (2pm to 4pm)
Check out their Facebook fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/pages/bx3/129757010416316
Want more details? http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=209706909053431
May 10, 2011
May 8, 2011
Big Bang "Lies" and "Love Song" MVs
"Lies":
"Lies" is one of the tracks and MVs taken from Big Bang's "Essential Big Bang" CD+DVD.
"Love Song":
"Love Song" is one of the tracks and MVs taken from Big Bang's "Special Edition".
Four stores are ready for Big Bang Album Launch on May 14
Four (4) major record stores are participating in the Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition and Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event on May 14 (Saturday).
These record stores are:
- Astroplus The Block
- Astroplus Mall of Asia
- Odyssey Megamall
- Odyssey SM Bacoor
Here are the store schedules and telephone numbers:
-Astroplus The Block: 10am - 9pm (tel # 442-0372)
-Astroplus Mall of Asia: 10am - 10pm (tel # 556-0080)
-Odyssey Megamall: 10am - 10pm (tel # 687-3620)
-Odyssey SM Bacoor: 10am - 10pm (tel # 417-7392)
Universal Records and Big Bang Philippines Fan Club, in cooperation with MYX, Astroplus and Odyssey, invite you to Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition and Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event on May 14 (Saturday). We are launching two (2) albums in this event - Big Bang Special Edition and Essential Big Bang CDs.
See the Exclusive Freebies here:
- http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150588380595414.684968.214540185413
- http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150588400145414.684972.214540185413
And get a Page-by-Page look at the Big Bang Special Edition:
- http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150594555805414.687045.214540185413
Check out the following relevant Facebook Fanpages for more updates:
Universal Records Philippines: http://www.facebook.com/universalrecordsphfanpage
Big Bang Philippines: http://www.facebook.com/bigbangphfanpage
Big Bang Philippines fanclub: http://www.facebook.com/bigbangph2
Watch Big Bang music videos here :
Tonight:
Love Song:
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100 Things U Need to Know about Big Bang
Attention VIPs! Do you think you already know everything about Big Bang members? Well, here's a list of information which might surprise you or make your day. Read on.
SEUNGRI:
1. Says if not for music, he would be a kindergarten teacher.
2. Seungri thinks that growing a moustache wouldn’t really coordinate with the group dynamics. He’s the maknae (youngest) in Big Bang so it wouldn’t look right.
3. Seungri uses insoles because it can make him dance better.
4. People think that Seungri has a lot of stories, is interesting and special.
5. Seungri doesn’t know how to grill meat. But because of the incident that was brought up by his Hyungs, he eventually learned how to and even installed a game in his cellphone to pratice grilling meat perfectly.
6. All of Seungri’s clothes in his MV are picked by his stylist because he doesn’t have an eye for fashion.
7. Seungri wants to show to the people his appeal through his simplicity rather than being good looking.
8. Seungri went to plastic surgeon because of his dark circles.
9. He cried after getting first place at a Lunar New Year Idol Special Program.
10. He wants to be a guy who has sense rather than be a fashionista.
11. He likes the designer John Galliano and is a fan of Dior.
12. He loves soccer so he's been to Park Ji Sung and Lee Young Pyo's sites.
13. Seungri prefers POP music .
14. Seungri likes a woman with a cute phone voice and a lot of aegyo. “I honestly do look a lot at physical appearance.” When asked to choose a specific girl group member that was the closest to his ideal woman, he chose After School’s UEE
15. Seungri went to the same elementary school as Yunho of TVXQ.
16. His favourite Japanese term is “gengkkideseukka!” which means “I’m fine”.
17. For ‘Strong Baby’ he did more research on Craig David for reference.
18. When he gets drunk he’ll greet other people and will even introduce people he doesn’t know to others, like asking them, “What’s your name?”, “This is XXX”, “Introduce yourself and get to know one another.”
19. He stripped on his first YG audition.
20. He hates it when people say that he’s short. He gets hurt when people say that his legs are short, too. It makes him feel bad.
T.O.P:
1. T.O.P bought a luxurious villa, located in the UN Village in Hannam-dong, Seoul last December 2010 under his own name. His new home is located next to actor Jung Jun Ho, and has four bedrooms and three bathrooms.
2. In Big Bang’s parody of Secret Big Bang, T.O.P was shown wearing the exact same sweats that Hyun Bin actually wore in “Secret Garden.”
3. In T.O.P’s interview in W magazine, He said he’s the kind of person who feels scared of showing too many things towards people.
4. T.O.P picks Taeyang as the member he would date if he was a girl, claiming ‘he would steal all the innocence in him (TaeYang)’
5. Top’s film 71 into the gunfire drew more than 3,500,000 audiences in South Korea alone.
6. T.O.P knows about Hip Hop, Classical Music and Jazz.
7. T.O.P revealed that he did not have a specific ideal woman, just as long as she can “match herself to him.” He elaborated, “I’d like someone realistic who can direct me to good paths; someone who I can learn from. She needs to be mannerly and respectful towards the adults.” T.O.P added that he would like to marry late as well.
8. T.O.P hid in a shower stall to avoid attending the group’s activities.
9. T.O.P’s movie 71 into the Gunfire won the #1 spot on Magazine’s “Pia” movie ranking done by the public via a survey.
10. T.O.P has been creating music since he was 11 or 12 years old.
11. T.O.P was one of the stars who earned the greatest income from CFs.
12. T.O.P has been picked as the ideal soulmate from a recent poll to promote the movie ‘TiMER’. Results of the poll “Which Big Bang member is your ideal soulmate?” shown that majority of the votes went to T.O.P as he ranked first.
13. T.O.P wants to become that kind of person who ‘will devote all of his youth to his work.
14. He can drink 7 bottles of Soju in one sitting.
15. He would spend his day off by drinking wine and spend it silently while listening to his favorite music.
16. He can calculate calories really quickly.
17. He lost about 20kg in just 40 days before Big Bang’s debut.
18. He cried when he saw 2,000 fans at a surprise birthday party for him, thrown by the other members.
19. He doesn’t like it when fans put up pictures of his family on the internet. He feels apologetic to his family.
20. He wants to learn from Seungri and G-Dragon’s determination of finishing work to the very best and getting it done efficiently.
G-DRAGON:
1. G-Dragon is the kind of person who doesn’t want people to interrupt his business.
2. G-Dragon produced songs for 2NE1.
3. G-Dragon wants to be liked by girls not for his looks but loving his tone of speaking and actions more.
4. He is a producer for YG Entertainment.
5. G-Dragon was embarrassed of his guitar-smashing segment for “Tonight”.
6. In Japan, by far G-Dragon has seen a lot of popularity. The reason for this is G-Dragon’s sassy style of dressing that has attracted a mass of fans.
7. He believes that producing is not just about writing a song but also thinking about the choreography, stage settings and lighting.
8. G-Dragon likes a woman that he feels comfortable to be with. In the past, he used to have a detailed vision of what his ideal woman would be like; for example, ’someone with short hair and a tomboyish style’. But these days, it’s just someone who he’s comfortable with and doesn’t act fake around him.”
9. G-Dragon saved a child from getting mobbed by fans at the Big Show 2011.
10. G-Dragon is in charge of Seungri’s SMS. He checks on Seungri’s phone regularly.
11. Big Bang’s song Cafe which was written by G-Dragon was about his experience of separation.
12. G-Dragon feels uncomfortable when he gets called a "genius".
13. G-Dragon is Seungri’s favorite Big Bang member. When Seungri was asked by No Hong Chul in his MBC radio guesting.
14. G-Dragon wrote his first lyrics in fifth grade for a talent show [Love Letter].
15. He has a Shar-Pei dog named ‘Gaho’.
16. He has changed his hairstyle over 20 times over the last 5 years and has dyed it multiple colors (blonde, black, light brown, dark brown, bright red, orange-red, and now purple). He has also worn his hair straight, permed (afro-hawk), crimped, and wavy.
17. He likes to read, including mangas and manhwas.
18. He once had a poster of Marilyn Monroe hanging above his bed.
19. G-Dragon went to a Beyonce concert when she performed in South Korea in 2009.
20. He drinks a lot of coffee and Vitamin Water.
TAEYANG:
1. After Taeyang’s solo activities he went to Jeju Island with his manager for a short time and then they went to Japan afterward for a week, and this year, they went to America for 3 weeks.
2. Taeyang came from a family which worked for the government.
3. Taeyang has been selected as the star the public expects the ‘sweetest proposal’ from.
4. YB Taekwon was his first screen name prior to Taeyang.
5. His favourite movie is “If Only”.
6. He was in JinuSean’s MV, “AYO”.
7. Taeyang wants someone who is on the same page as him. She needs to be understanding of him and the way he live his life, as well as be wise so he can learn from her. He’d like for her to stimulate him in a way that makes him want to work even harder.
8. The moment fans called for an encore once more even after the concert and the last encore finished was Taeyang most unforgettable moment during his first solo concert.
9. Taeyang’s favorite Japanese term is “NARUHODO”…The reason is “NARUHODO” ["NARUHODO" means "that makes sense" or "I see."]
10. Taeyang never received a love confession before.
11. Taeyang’s wish for 2011 is to share happiness with other people and discover himself more.
12. Taeyang was supposed to debut with G-Dragon as a duo under YG Entertainment.
13. Taeyang is the kind of person to like someone after spending time together and getting close to them.
14. Taeyang had a blind date with Yuri of SNSD.
15. He likes girls with western features.
16. Once in a car ride to a photo shoot he stretched out his head from the car’s sunroof and sang by himself.
17. He usually shares a room with Daesung during overseas shows.
18. His ideal musician type is Michael Jackson.
19. He used to be the one who does the laundry in their (Big Bang) apartment.
20. He has a Boston terrier dog named “Boss”.
DAESUNG:
1. Daesung likes Urban Sound and Jazz.
2. He has resemblace to K-Will (a Korean ballad singer).
3. Daesung wants a woman who likes him and is understanding of his career.He likes to be able to lean on her for support, and whether she’s older or younger than him, someone to console him and give him strength when they’re together.” When asked to choose a physical trait, he replied, “A woman that looks beautiful when she smiles.”
4. “What’s Up’s” professor Kim Mi Kyung spoke very highly of Daesung from idol group Big Bang when she said, “He possesses the talents that one is unbelievable to have possessed."
5. Daesung's debut drama What's Up was suppose to be aired last March 21,2011 but was dropped by SBS. Airdate is still to be determined.
6. Daesung wants to be reborn as Won Bin (Korean actor).
7. Daesung has an obsession with “Doraemon”
8. Although his parents were against the idea of him becoming a singer, Daesung pursued a career as a singer and was eventually recruited by YG Entertainment after auditioning.
9. Daesung like games like soccer because he is good at sports.
10. Daesung has also become a permanent of the reality-variety show Family Outing on SBS, on which he revealed that his IQ was 110 points.
11. Mathematics is Daesung’s best subject, because he like questions which make you think hard in order to solve them.
12. Daesung liked a girl from the third year of primary school until the first year of junior high but he never had the courage to confess.
13. He continued his dream of being a singer even against his family’s wishes.
14. He doesn't move when he sleeps.
15. When home alone, he cleans and organizes the house.
16. He had to undergo cosmetic surgery due to a facial injury from a car accident.
17. He thinks he looks best when he gives other people happiness. Especially, when his jokes are successful and he is funny on shows.
18. He admitted to want to learn from G-Dragon's leadership, how to lead so many people.
19. He dislikes to hear when people say he's gained weight when he tries hard to diet.
20. He picked T.O.P as the member he would date if he was a girl.
Written by Big Bang Philippines http://www.facebook.com/bigbangph2
May 6, 2011
Your K-Pop Calendar! Mark these dates!
♥ 8G: Cassiopeia Philippines 8th Gathering | May 7
What: 8G: Cassiopeia Philippines 8th Gathering
Where: Trade Hall, Starmall Edsa
When: May 7, 2011 (Saturday), 10am-7pm
Activities: Exclusive Album Launch (with Exclusive Freebies) of Tohoshinki "Complete Single A-Side Collection" and "Single B-Side Collection" CDs + Activities + Games + Raffles
*Get your FREE K-Pop Calendar postcard at 8G tomorrow*
♥ Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event | May 14
What: Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event
Where: Astroplus The Block, Astroplus Mall Of Asia, Odyssey Megamall & Odyssey Sm Bacoor
When: May 14, 2011 (Saturday), 10am-10pm (store hours)
Activities: Exclusive Album Launch of Big Bang "Special Edition" and "Essential Big Bang" CDs (with Exclusive Freebies) + Cover Group Performances + Fanclub Registration + Contests
♥ Step By Step: CNBLUE "First Step" Album Launch | May 21
What: Step By Step: CNBLUE "First Step" Album Launch
Where: Astroplus The Block, Astroplus Mall Of Asia, Odyssey Megamall & Odyssey SM Bacoor
When: May 21, 2011 (Saturday), 10am-10pm (store hours)
Activities: Exclusive Album Launch of CNBLUE "First Step", "Bluelove" & "Bluetory" CDs (with Exclusive Freebies) + Cover Group Performances + Fanclub Registration + Contests
♥ The Party: 2NE1 Live In Manila | June 4
What: The Party: 2NE1 Live In Manila
Where: Araneta Coliseum
When: June 4, 2011 (Saturday)
Ticket prices:
VIP – 8500
Lower Box – 5000
Upper Box A – 2800
Upper Box B – 1200
For THE PARTY VIP reservations, just call and register with Charles/Rizza at 687-1709 during office hours.
Official release of all tickets is on May 5, 2011 in all Ticketnet outlets nationwide. Call 911-5555. Look them up in all SM Dept. Stores Customer Service Counter.
May 4, 2011
Big Bang "Special Edition" CD: a must-have for VIPs!
Big Bang made their long-awaited Korean comeback in February with their 4th Mini Album which spawned the hit "Tonight" and fans should be happy to know the boys aren't going anywhere just yet. As a follow-up to their 4th Mini Album, the group is now releasing the special compilation "Big Bang Special Edition". The album features three new tracks - the new Big Bang songs "Love Song" and "Stupid Liar" and Daesung's solo "Baby Don't Cry", which he performed at 'Big Show 2011'. Aside from the new tracks, you also get a selection of the members' other recent works, including three songs from Big Bang's 4th Mini Album, two GD&TOP tracks and Taeyang and Seungri solos.
This edition comes with a 100-page Photobook.
Big Bang "Special Edition" tracklist:
1. Love Song
2. Stupid Liar
3. Tonight
4. High High (GD&TOP)
5. Oh Yeah (GD&TOP feat. 2NE1's Park Bom)
6. Cafe
7. I Need A Girl (Taeyang feat. G-Dragon)
8. Somebody To Love
9. What Can I Do (Seungri)
10. Baby Don't Cry (Daesung's Solo)
Watch the MVs here:
Love Song: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKZEmLvYVF0
Tonight: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8d5QEWdHchk
High High: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1M0UKcq8ro
I Need A Girl: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWq4evFjYrU
What Can I Do: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QZo5Ji43u8
More details about Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Album Event here: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/fbx/?set=a.10150563091490414.661256.214540185413
♥ Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event ♥
What: Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event
Where: Astroplus The Block, Astroplus Mall Of Asia, Odyssey Megamall & Odyssey SM Bacoor
When: May 14, 2011 (Saturday), 10am-10pm (store hours)
Activities:
Exclusive Album Launch Of Big Bang "Special Edition" & "Essential Big Bang" CDs (with Exclusive Freebies) + Cover Group Performances + Fanclub Registration + Contests
"Essential Big Bang" (CD+DVD): a must-buy for VIPs!
Certified VIPs should definitely have this CD+DVD! Originally compiled by YG Entertainment only for Thailand VIPs, it's now made available to Filipino VIPs!
"Essential Big Bang" (CD+DVD) will be launched together with "Big Bang Special Edition" CD on May 14 (Saturday) at Astroplus The Block, Astroplus Mall Of Asia, Odyssey Megamall and Odyssey SM Bacoor!
Expect some exciting news about the Freebies very soon!
"Essential Big Bang" (CD+DVD) is a 'maxi-album' that includes a CD with Big Bang's biggest hits and a DVD with some of their music videos.
CD tracklist:
1. BIGBANG
2. La La La
3. A Fool Of Tears
4. We Belong Together
5. Shake It
6. Lies
7. Always
8. Last Farewell
9. Haru Haru
10. Heaven
11. Oh My Friend
12. Sunset Glow
13. Lollipop Pt.2
DVD tracklist:
1. Lies (music video)
2. Always (music video)
3. Last Farewell (music video)
4. Haru Haru (music video)
5. Oh My Friend (music video)
6. Sunset Glow (music video)
More details about Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Album Event here: http://www.facebook.com/media/set/fbx/?set=a.10150563091490414.661256.214540185413
♥ Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event ♥
What: Ultimate Bang: Big Bang Special Edition & Essential Big Bang Album Launch Event
Where: Astroplus The Block, Astroplus Mall Of Asia, Odyssey Megamall & Odyssey SM Bacoor
When: May 14, 2011 (Saturday), 10am-10pm (store hours)
Activities:
Exclusive Album Launch Of Big Bang "Special Edition" & "Essential Big Bang" CDs (with Exclusive Freebies) + Cover Group Performances + Fanclub Registration + Contests
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