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December 1, 2010

Dara "Kiss" music video

Dara "Kiss" MV is included in the "The First Mini Album" Philippine Edition (CD+DVD)! Coming Soon!

2NE1 "I Don't Care" music video viewed more than 14.2 Million times!

‎2NE1 "I Don't Care" MV is included in the "The First Mini Album" Philippine Edition (CD+DVD)! Coming soon!

2NE1 "Fire" (Space Version) music video now viewed close to 15 Million times!

2NE1 "Fire (Space Version)" MV is included in the "The First Mini Album" Philippine Edition (CD+DVD)! Coming soon!

2NE1 "Can't Nobody" music video viewed more than 7.1 Million times!

2NE1 "Can't Nobody" MV is included in the "The First Mini Album" Philippine Edition (CD+DVD)! Coming soon!

2NE1 "Go Away" music video viewed more than 6.5 Million times!

2NE1 "Go Away" MV is included in the "The First Mini Album" Philippine Edition (CD+DVD)! Coming soon!

November 26, 2010

Get these SHINee Hello Freebies Tomorrow!

Universal Records and SHINee World Philippines, in cooperation with MYX, Astroplus and Odyssey, invite you to "Hello Shawols: SHINee Hello Album Launch Event" tomorrow November 27 (Saturday).

This exciting and fun-filled event will be held in the following venues:
- Astroplus The Block (of SM North Edsa)
- Astroplus Mall of Asia
- Odyssey Megamall

Here are the store schedules and telephone numbers:
- Astroplus The Block: 10 AM to 9 PM (tel # 442-0372)
- Odyssey Megamall: 10 AM to 10 PM (tel # 687-3620)
- Astroplus SM Mall of Asia: 10 AM to 10 PM (tel # 556-0080)

Sorry, but there will be No Reservations.

Only for tomorrow, the FIRST 400 buyers of "Hello" CD in each store will get these Freebies:

- Official SHINee Hello Big Poster (size: 24" x 36")

- Exclusive SHINee 2011 Big Poster Calendar (size: 24" x 36")

- Exlusive SHINee Collectible Hello Calling Card

THE FULL DETAILS:: Hello Shawols - SHINee Hello album launch event Tomorrow (Saturday / November 27)!

Universal Records and SHINee World Philippines, in cooperation with MYX, Astroplus and Odyssey, invite you to "Hello Shawols: SHINee Hello Album Launch Event" on November 27 (Saturday).

This exciting and fun-filled event will be held in the following venues:
- Astroplus The Block (of SM North Edsa)
- Astroplus Mall of Asia
- Odyssey Megamall

There are two (2) main activities during "Hello Shawols: SHINee Hello Album Launch Event":

[1] Only for tomorrow, the FIRST 400 buyers of "Hello" CD in each store will get these Freebies:
- Official SHINee Hello Big Poster (size: 24" x 36")

- Exclusive SHINee 2011 Big Poster Calendar (size: 24" x 36")

- Exlusive SHINee Collectible Hello Calling Card

Remember this: when you buy 'Hello' CD during regular dats, you only get - Official SHINee Hello Big Poster (size: 24" x 36") - only while supplies lasts!

SHINee "Hello" CD is P500.00 each.

[2] The Main Event is the "Say Hello To A Fellow Shawol Contest" and be One of the the Ten (10) lucky winners of SHINee Standees!

Here's how:
1. "Say Hello To A Fellow Shawol Contest" is open to everyone who bought the SHINee "Hello" CD during "Hello Shawols: SHINee Hello Album Launch Event" on November27 (Saturday) at Astroplus The Block (of SM North Edsa), Odyssey Megamall and Astroplus Mall of Asia.

2. Once you have paid your 'Hello" CDs and claimed you freebies, proceed to the SHINee World Philippines booth, present your receipt, fall in line and wait for your turn. Be creative and get ready to pose with a fellow Shawol! Make sure both of you are holding a SHINee "Hello" CD.

3. There will be no official photographer in the event, which means SHINee World Philippines core members or your friend will assist you in taking the pictures using your own camera.

4. Once you're done with your pictorial with SHINee, get your official Hello Shawols Event stamp on the receipt and your arm (optional). Exit the photo shoot area to give way to other Shawols who are ready to strike a pose.

5. Upload your picture to the a Facebook Fanpage, which we will post the link soon. The photo with the Most Likes will be the winner! Be reminded that you should only upload photos after the event.

6. Universal Records & SHINee World Philippines will choose the ten (10) winners of the "Say Hello To A Fellow Shawol Contest". Universal Records & SHINee World Philippines' decisions will be final. Ten (10) winners will win SHINee Standee. Wait for further announcements regarding announcement of winners and claiming of prizes.

7. "Say Hello To A Fellow Shawol Contest" will happen only in these three (3) stores from 10AM to 6PM on November 27 (Saturday).

** Fans can get SHINee World Philippines membership form from authorized representatives of SHINee World Philippines. The membership form is FREE. There will be a designated area to fill up the membership form. Registration is ONLY from 10am to 6pm.

SHINee who has received enormous positive response for "Lucifer", which has sold more than 100,000 copies in Korea alone and became the First #1 album for SHINee in the Philippines, will once again burn the charts with "Hello". SHINee's second album repackage "Hello" comes with three new songs. Their latest title song "Hello" is a catchy R&B number fused with simple beats and synth sounds. Listen for SHINee's great harmonization in the song! The other anticipated new tracks are "One" and "Get It". All 13 songs from the original album like rock ballad "Quasimodo", hip-hop tune "Up & Down", R&B number "Life" and of course, their dance hit "Lucifer" are also included in the repackage.

"Hello" has won the Mutizen and K-Chart for the boys, while the "Hello" music video has been viewed more than 3 million times on SME YouTube Channel.

SHINee "Hello" Repackage Album tracklist:
1. Lucifer
2. Hello (new song)
3. 하나 (One) (new song)
4. Get It (new song)
5. Up & Down
6. Electric Heart
7. A-Yo
8. 욕(慾) (Obsession)
9. 화살 (Quasimodo)
10. 악 (Shout Out)
11. Wowowow
12. Your Name
13. Life
14. Ready or Not
15. Love Pain
16. 사.계.후 (Love Still Goes On)

Here are some SHINee related Facebook Fanpage you should join and check out regularly for updates about SHINee and our upcoming album launch event:
SHINee 2010 Comeback Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/pages/SHINee-2010-Comeback/124737560902092
SHINee World Philippines Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/shineeworldph

Watch "HELLO" MV here:

To vote for "Hello" music video, type in:
MYX[space]Vote[space]Hello
and send to 2366 for all Globe/Smart/Sun subscribers.

SHINee "Lucifer" album went straight to the #1 position in both Astroplus & Odyssey Album Charts when it was released in September. Will "Hello" score another #1 position for our boys? Only Shawols can answer that question on that day!

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Facebook | Big Bang Philippines fanpage

Join the official fan page created by Universal Records Philippines dedicated to news and updates about YG Entertainment group Big Bang. Just go to this link:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Big-Bang-Philippines-Fanpage/161203927250405

Genre:
Hip Hop/Pop/R&B

Members:
G-Dragon
Tae Yang
T.O.P.
Dae Sung
Seung Ri

Hometown:
Korea

Record Label:
YG Entertainment (Korea)/ Universal Records (Philippines)

These are are just some of the news on the page:

Big Bang’s V.I.P. WIDE Interview
TOP Wins at 2010 Style Icon Awards
YG releases official statement about Big Bang
YG Entertainment releases 2011 Big Bang calendar
Big Bang nominated for "Excellence Work" award by Japan
Want this? Essential Big Bang!
Sneak peek inside Essential Big Bang CD
Big Bang "Haru Haru" music video

Sneak Peek inside Essential Big Bang CD+DVD!

Facebook | 2NE1 Philippines Fanpage

Go to this link: http://www.facebook.com/pages/2NE1-Philippines-Fanpage/160789647290493
to join the official fan page created by Universal Records Philippines dedicated to news and updates about YG Entertainment girl group 2NE1.

Recent news posted:
- 2NE1 To Promote in the U.S., Australia, and Canada in 2011
- Join 2NE1PH
- “2010 YG FAMILY CONCERT” is the most anticipated concert
- 2NE1 To Release New Single in Thailand "Don't Stop The Music"
- Dara's me2day Photo Leaving For Macau
- 2NE1 on MYX's TAKE 5 this DECEMBER 3 (FRIDAY), 1PM
- Don't miss 2NE1 at 2010 Mnet Asian Music Awards in Macao

It's confirmed! Universal Records will release 2NE1 albums!

Yes, Blackjacks! This is a moment everyone should cherish! Universal Records, the #1 independent record company in the Philippines, has struck an exclusive deal with one of the biggest Korean entertainment companies, YG Entertainment, for the release of 2NE1's albums here in our territory!

2NE1 consists of CL, Bom, Minzy and Dara, which is a girl group created by YG Entertainment. Compared to other Korean girl idol groups, 2NE1 appeals to both male and female fans for their stylish image and outstanding talent! Ever since their debut, 2NE1 has been churning out hits after hits - "Fire", "I Don't Care", "Follow Me", "Clap Your Hands", "Go Away", "Can't Nobody", "It Hurts" and more! In Korea alone, their "To Anyone" album sold more than 100,000 copies in just 5 days!

In the Philippines, where Sandara already has a massive following even pre-2NE1 days, their album releases have been the most anticipated and Blackjacks will finally rejoice now that their prayers have been answered. Universal Records is home to some of K-Pop's brightest & bestselling acts like TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls' Generation, SHINee, BoA, f(x), U-Kiss, One Way and many more! Not only that, Universal Records is the ONLY record company in the Philippines to amass an impressive thirteen (13) #1 K-Pop Albums in a period of 12 months! 2NE1's albums will definitely add to the list!

Universal Records will release 2NE1's "To Anyone" album as well as their "The First Mini Album", which will feature four (4) additional tracks and a DVD of five (5) music videos.

Watch out for more details very soon!

Join 2NE1 Philippines Facebook Fanpage:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/2NE1-Philippines-Fanpage/160789647290493

Allkpop | 2NE1’s Dara acquires 200,000 friends on her me2day

2NE1’s most active me2day user, Sandara Park, recently surpassed the 200,000 friend mark on the popular Korean social networking website.

Along with a photo of 2NE1’s band practice, Dara added, “Wow! I just reached the 200,000 friend mark on me2day, all thanks to you. I’m one girl with many friends!! Let’s work hard and get along better for the future.”

Fans left a variety of comments including: “I’m honored to be one of 200,000 friends,” “Congratulations! The queen of me2day has arrived,” and “So glad to be one of Dara’s friends.”

With a quirky personality like hers, how could she not have so many friends? Congratulations, Dara!

Source: asiae
Posted by kingpolo @ Allkpop

YG Entertainment Partners With Universal Records

YG Entertainment, home to some K-Pop's biggest acts, has partnered with Universal Records for the album release of two of its bestselling groups, 2NE1 and Big Bang! Blackjacks (fans of 2NE1) and VIPs (fans of Big Bang) are eagerly awaiting the Philippine editions of 2NE1's "The First Mini Album" (which includes massive hits like "Fire" and "I Don't Care") and "To Anyone", plus Big Bang's "Essential Big Bang" ( a compilation of their biggest hit singles)!

Pinoy K-pop fans are happy to hear about this partnership since Universal Records has already proven its savvy in marketing and promoting K-pop releases for the Philippine market. Universal Records is the #1 independent record company in the Philippines known for its successful OPM artists like Jose Mari Chan, Gary Valenciano, Regine Velasquez, Ogie Alcasid, Christian Bautista, Jay R, Jed Madela, Parokya Ni Edgar, Kamikazee, Sponge Cola etc. It is also home to some of K-Pop's brightest and bestselling acts like TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls' Generation, SHINee, BoA, f(x), U-Kiss, One Way and many more! Not only that, Universal Records is the first record company in the Philippines to release K-Pop album way back in 2003 and the only record company to amass an impressive thirteen (13) #1 K-Pop Albums in a period of 12 months! Now that 2NE1 and Big Bang releases will be made available at a more affordable price, these two artists will definitely add to the list!

YG Entertainment is considered one of the top three talent agencies in Korea alongside SM Entertainment (TVXQ, BoA, Super Junior, SNSD, SHINee) and JYP Entertainment (Wonder Girls, 2PM). Their last year's sales was reported at 35.69 billion won (around 30,946,443.227 U.S. Dollars), up a whopping 93 percent from the previous year. The increase can be attributable to the success of many of its artists including idol group Big Bang and girl band 2NE1, both of whom raked in significant income from their album sales, music downloads, commercials as well as earnings from the members' individual activities.

YG, which stands for Yang Goon, was founded in 1996 by Yang Hyun-suk, a former member of popular Korean group Seo Tai-ji & Boys. Yang is credited with creating and managing the successful careers of many K-pop artists including 1TYM, Gummy, Jinusean, Se7en and Wheesung. The agency also manages several Korean actors including Kang Hye-jeong and Koo Hye-seon of the "Boys over Flowers" fame.

Universal Records is currently proud partners of both SM Entertainment and YG Entertainment!

Who else do you want Universal Records to release in the future?

Regine Velasquez "Fantasy" album covers and tracklist revealed!

Great news to all the fans of Asia's Songbird Regine Velasquez and OPM music lovers.

Regine's latest CD under Universal Records entitled "Fantasy" (her follow-up to 2008's Platinum-certified "Low Key" album), is a 2CD album containing 22 tracks! Yes, that's right, 22 songs! Disc 1 contains all original OPM compositions from Ogie Alcasid, Chito Miranda of Parokya ni Edgar, Nyoy Volante, Isabela Ledesma (Kuh Ledesma's talented daughter), Janno Gibbs, Robin Nievera (Martin Nievera's son) many more. Disc 2 consists of revivals that are most requested in Regine's concerts here and abroad. Songs by Eagles, America, Madonna, Gerard Kenny, Clair Marlo, Paul Davis, Heart, Five For Fighting, Lifehouse and more!

"Fantasy" also comes in two (2) different cover artworks. First version is the Black & White edition, which contains black and white images plus ten (10) Free black & white Regine Postcards! The second version is the Colored Edition, which also has ten (10) Free colored Regine Postcards inside the album! Both versions will include all the 22 songs!

Here's "Fantasy" tracklist:
DISC 1 (Originals)
1. You Don't Know
2. Been Waiting
3. Always
4. This Time
5. True Romance
6. Sana'y Laging Ganito
7. OK Lang Ako
8. Fairy Tale
9. Smile
10. The Funny One (Ogie's Theme)
11. S.M.I.L.E. (Operation Smile Theme)
12. Walang Iba (Diva Theme)

DISC 2 (Covers)
1. Fantasy
2. All My Life
3. I Go Crazy
4. What About Love
5. Papa Don't Preach
6. You And Me
7. Without Me
8. Falling In Love In A Coffee Shop
9. Love Will Keep Us Alive
10. Dying

November 25, 2010

OFW Pinoy Star | Christian Bautista: I’d like to settle down someday

OFW Pinoy Star: You performed in Singapore on a number of occasions, Christian? How do you feel coming here yet again?
Christian Bautista: Singapore is a wonderful city, always innovating always exciting, it feels good to come to such a vibrant city

What are your feelings when you perform in Singapore?
I always have to perform my best because so many world class acts perform here!

The audience was very enthusiastic when you performed at the DXO. Has it been like this all the time when you performed in Singapore?
Every time there are Filipinos in the audience, the energy levels go way up!

Will you be having a new repertoire for your SingTel concert? Please tell your fans what they can expect you to sing this time?
I will be singing a lot of songs from my new Christmas album.

Will you be doing a duet? Or perhaps, you will get more of your fans to join you on stage and share the spotlight with you?
If I get a chance to do so why not?

The girls in the audience are always crazy about you? Is it because of your singing talent? Or could it be due to your good looks?
Haha... that's a tough one to answer... both?

Talking about good looks, who is your current girlfriend?
None at the moment, but waiting for that right moment!

Do you believe that you will eventually find the one true love that you have been searching for all your life?
I'll wait for whom God has intended for me. Out there is certainly THE ONE.

Do you like being in a state of single-hood?
I plan to settle down someday with a wife and kids of my own...yes someday it will happen.

Malaysian actress, Carmen Soo said she actually fell in love when shooting the movie - Your Song presents Beautiful Girl” – with you. What really did she mean? She fell in love with you?
It was a TV series...Carmen is a sweet girl and easy to fall in love with and she is very pretty. She probably meant it in context to her role, but we are very good friends!

Source: http://pinoystaronline.com/main/?p=1589