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January 28, 2011

Super Junior "Super Show 3" Manila

Catch superstar Korean boy group Super Junior in their "Super Show 3" Manila Tour.

What: Super Junior "Super Show 3"

When: February 26 (Saturday), 7PM – 10PM

Where: Araneta Coliseum

Call Ticketnet 911-5555 for ticket inquiries.
For international ELFs check out www.hkticketing.com

Super Junior Super Show 3 Manila promotional video:

MYX Phils | Super Junior's Super Show 3: The 3rd Asia Tour (MYX promo)

Super Junior's Super Show 3: The 3rd Asia Tour
Araneta Coliseum, February 26, 2011

Visit MYXph.com for details on how to win concert tickets and a copy of their latest album "Bonamana".

You know you're Boice-d up when...

1. You can't miss a day without daydreaming about CNBLUE

2. You have CNBLUE wallpapers, either on your room, cell phone or computer

3. You own CNBLUE CDs: both Korean and Japanese releases and other CNBLUE items and would soon want to own the CNBLUE Philippine version CDs

4. You play their music every morning after waking ...up and every night before sleeping

5. You sing 'OETORIYA/I'm a loner' when you're alone.

6. You’ve memorized the lyrics of their songs, thus you sing along all the time (consciously and unconsciously)

7. You just scream every time you see them either on videos or pictures

8. You download/save loads of their gifs, fancams and screen caps, and you have a separate folder for it on your PC/laptop

9. You tried playing the guitar and learning the chords to their songs

10. You think of CNBLUE everytime you see/hear a band playing.

11. You log in online to know and have first-hand CNBLUE updates and news

12. You start using CNBLUE code names as adjectives. (i,e., You look so Minhyuk [Lovely] today. I'm Yonghwa [Emotional] mode right now.)

13. You keep saying 'Love Love Love' instead of just 'Love'; and it reminds you of CNBLUE everytime you hear the word 'Love'

14. You imagine being called Noona or any term of Endearment by these young lads and just smile by yourself

15. Your Facebook primary photo is CNBLUE (group or individual) plus your wall and photo albums contain CNBLUE; you even tag yourself on CNBLUE photos

16. You go to bed very late to spazz about your CNBLUE bias making you hyperventilate with their good looks an charming music!

17. You subscribe to CNBLUE's fanfic in every fanfic forum or better yet, you write your own CNBLUE story (Pairings YEAH! lol)

18. You know how to do Yonghwa's hand gestures, especially in I'm a Loner and Love

19. You raised an eyebrow when Yonghwa got married but eventually accepted it

20. You can't forget Yonghwa's wink and keep on repeating that same performance

21. You are impressed by Yonghwa's talents like acting, DJ-ing, hosting and of course, powerful singing.

22. You literally melt with Jonghyun's BURNING stare, which he had been learning from Yonghwa

23. You are amazed with Jonghyun's excellent guitar playing and soothing voice, you think he's almost perfect

24. You always wonder how a young man can be so beautiful, having those dimples, that white skin and those shining bright eyes as same as Jonghyun's

25. You don't care about his hobby of being TOUCHY towards Yonghwa, Minhyuk and especially Jungshin

26. Your heart beats so fast when Minhyuk starts to play drums and make you crazy especially whenever he does his trick (and that is spinning his drumsticks)

27. You see Minhyuk's eye smile which makes you unconsciously squeal "CUTE!!!"

28. You love to eat bread and drink milk after watching Minhyuk in Acoustic: Bakery Attack

29. You want to know Minhyuk's secret of having fair and clear skin

30. You daydream how tall Jungshin is, considering he's the group's maknae.

31. You think of Jungshin and Jonghyun everytime you see the cartoon characters "Tom and Jerry"

32. You hear those low tunes from Jungshin's bass, which ironically, makes you high

33. You are captured by Jungshin's goddess-like features and goddess-like personality (glam! lol)

34. You already changed your motto to "Music Makes Me High!" or "Let's Die Together!/Da Jukja!" (<< cheer of CNBLUE)

35. You don't like them being rumored as a fake band or linked to other girls (haha!)

36. Your alarm, ringtone and text tone are all CNBLUE songs

37. You think of CNBLUE instead of 'The Calling' everytime you hear the song 'Wherever you will go.'

38. You think Yonghwa's side teeth are cute!

39. You think of Minhyuk everytime you see watermelon. (lol. Remember his picture with the huge watermelon.)

40. You think of CNBLUE everytime you see the brands SONY ERICSSON, Nii, Skoolook, Holika-Holika... and other products endorsed by CNBLUE.

41. You tried playing the guitar and learning the chords to their songs.

42. You tried sending message to CNBLUE either on Twitter or MySpace. (http://twitter.com/cnblue_4 | http://www.myspace.com/cnbluejp )

43. You almost mix up the word 'Boice' from 'voice'.

44. You doodle the words CNBLUE, Kang Minhyuk, Jung Yonghwa, Lee Jungshin, Lee Jonghyun in the paper when you are doing nothing/bored in class(?) :))

45. You think of MINHYUK when you see/watch a beauty regime tutorial (Remember MH's beauty tips?)

46. You think of CNBLUE when you're in an amusement park, especially when you're in front of carousel. haha (Blue Love Feeling)

47. ...almost 30% -70% of your real/online friends are BOICES.

48. You try to review everything about CNBLUE (their history, profile, songs) as if you'll be taking an ALL-ABOUT-CNBLUE quiz.

49. You see CNBLUE even in your dreams. lol

50. You are reading this right now. :))

51 You keep on asking 'when is CNBLUE coming to the Philippines?"

52. You start and end your day by viewing their greetings to Pinoy Boices
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sl1U81q_vkY

53. You spend your allowance voting for their "Love" MV on MYX

54. You always check out CNBLUE Philippines Facebook Fanpage for updateshttp://www.facebook.com/pages/CN-BLUE-PHILIPPINES/207429376312

55. You are excited to attend the Philippines Album Launch Event of CNBLUE

Prepared by lanie0923, parkchaeyoon and xsoulwindx @ boiceph.com

CNBLUE reaches out to Pinoy Boices, greets MYX viewers

Universal Records is now the Philippine home to one of the most exciting boy groups to have come out of Korea. They are not only good looking, but talented and multi-awarded as well.

FNC Music, their agency in Korea, is very excited upon learning that Universal Records, (home to 15 Number One K-Pop albums in the Philippines), will be releasing CNBLUE Korean album releases here. The boys have recorded these IDs for their Pinoy Boices and for MYX, the #1 music channel in the country:

Watch these IDs here:

CNBLUE greets Pinoy Boices:

CNBLUE requests Boices to vote for their "Love" MV:

CNBLUE greeting for MYX (version one):

CNBLUE greeting for MYX (version two):

Watch CNBLUE "Love" MV here:

To vote for CNBLUE "Love" music video on MYX, type in:
MYX[space]Vote[space]Love
and send to 2366

Watch out for our official announcements about CNBLUE album release, freebies, price & album launch event!

Free CNBLUE ringback tone coming soon!

Are they coming to Manila? Hmmm... It would be nice if they have a #1 album in the Philippines first, so we can send some good news back to the boys... Then we'll talk again.

TVXQ "Keep Your Head Down" music video

Allkpop | TVXQ graces the cover of “GQ Japan”

After a long hiatus from the Japanese music industry, TVXQ finally marked their return by gracing the cover of GQ Japan magazine.

While the shots were gorgeous, fans were more interested in the interview component, as it’s the first Japanese promotional effort the group has undergone with only two members, Yunho and Changmin.

The boys started off by commenting on their hopes for their career this year. Yunho said, “It’s been a while since we were able to resume our activities, so this will be very busy year for TVXQ.”

Changmin stated, “From dancing to recording, it’s only the two of us from the the beginning to the end at this point. We have to make sure that all our activities could satisfy (the fans) with just the two of us. Therefore, the pressure we’ve been receiving has been getting bigger.”

Back in 2009, the group experienced a schism that resulted in three of its members leaving to form their own unit. The two who remained in the group had been working on solo activities in dramas and musicals. As the leader, Yunho mused over the revived activities of TVXQ. “The activities as a team would be the same (as before) basically, but I would say that my job as a leader became a little bit more manageable. It’s little easier to form our opinions, since we have only have two members now. We consult each other.”

Although Changmin stated earlier that the group feels a lot of pressure, he believes that overcoming challenges will lead to better growth. “In order to take bigger responsibilities, I think we need to improve our abilities. Tohoshinki’s music alway needs to develop.”

The duo will be releasing a new song titled, “Why? (Keep Your Head Down)” which is being used as the theme song for ongoing drama, “Utsukushii Rinjin“. Commenting about the new song, Yunho said, “We’ve talked a lot about this song. We are confident about it, since we made it by giving each other ideas to make something unique.”

Tohoshinki will be making their first Japanese music program appearance through TV Asahi’s “Music Station” on January 28th.

Source: Oricon style
Image: Amazon.jp
Posted by asphodel @ Allkpop

Know more about After School members

Name: Jung Ah (정아)
Real Name: Kim Jung Ah (김정아)
Position in Group: Main Vocalist
Birth Date: 2nd August 1983
Height: 167 cm
Weight: 49 kg
Blood Type: O
Star Sign: Leo
Cyworld: www.cyworld.com/jaloveja
me2day: http://me2day.net/83rlawjddk
Twitter: www.twitter.com/AS_JungAh
Misc. Information:
• Had an album “SZ 1st Album” in 2000.
• Used to be a member of “Kiss Five” in 2005.
• Participated in Son Dambi’s ”Bad Boy” performances as a dancer as part of her training in 2008.
• Participated in ”You’re Cute”, an original soundtrack for the MBC drama “Pasta”.
• Has done charity work in Vietnam with Son Dambi.

Name: Kahi (가희)
Real Name: Park Ji Young (박지영)
Position in Group: Leader, Vocalist, Rapper, Lyrics Composer & Co-Choreographer
Birth Date: 25th December 1980
Height: 168 cm
Weight: 50 kg
Blood Type: O
Star Sign: Capricorn
Cyworld: http://www.cyworld.com/kahipark
me2day: http://me2day.net/misskahi
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/misskahi
Misc. Information:
• Was a famous backup dancer for BoA, JinuSean, 1TYM, Lexy, DJ DOC, Chaeyeon, Eun Ji Won, etc. since 2000-2006.
• Starred in an m:rope MP3-Player CF
• Previously part of the Korean-American girl group, “S.Blush” whose digital single “It’s My Life” peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot Dance Chart in 2007.
• Featured on Son Dambi’s “Bad Boy” single as a rapper in 2008.
• Featured in E.Bul’s “I Want to Buy It” MV and performance in 2009.
• Featured in One Two’s “Starry Night” MV in 2009.
• Popular among Korean TV programs because of her various talents especially professional dancing skill in MJ’s Dangerous Beyonce’s Sweet Dreams, Ego, Video Phone & Diva.
• Is currently part of variety show “Heroes” on SBS.
• Won the “New Star Award” at the SBS Entertainment Awards 2010.

Name: Uee (유이)
Real Name: Kim Yoo Jin (김유진)
Position in Group: Sub Vocalist
Birth Date: 9th April 1988
Height: 173 cm
Weight: 50 kg
Blood Type: AB
Star Sign: Aries
Cyworld: www.cyworld.com/dldkdbwls
me2day: http://me2day.net/dldkdbwls
Twitter: www.twitter.com/uuuei
Misc. Information:
• Used to be a trainee in Good Entertainment.
• Was set to debut in a group with “Yoobin” of the Wonder Girls, solo artist G.NA and Secret’s Hyosung before moving to Pledis Entertainment.
• Starred in a documentary called ”Diary of Five Girls”
• Appeared on MBC “Introduce Star’s Friend” show as Wonder Girls’ Yoobin’s best friend in 2008.
• Got lots of popularity when she danced to Beyonce’s “Single Ladies” on SBS Star King Show with Nichkhun (2PM) and MC Boom.
• Had a small role in MBC’s Drama “Queen Seon Duk” playing a young Mishil Saeju, a character in the drama.
• Featured in Mighty Mouth’s “Love Class” MV and performances along with 4minute’s Hyunah.
• Starred in MBC’s variety show We Got Married on MBC’s Sunday Night along with Park Jae Jung.
• Has done endorsements for Anycall Magic Hole cellphone together with Lee Min Ho & Kim Hyun Joong
• Endorses Korean alcohol Chueum Churum Soju “Cool” and Korean energy drink “Vita 500”.
• Featured in Jo Sung Mo’s “Please Take Care Of Her” MV together with Yoo Seung Ho.
• Did a duet with JunJin titled “His and Her Situation”, also featuring Suk Hee.
• Starred in SBS Drama “You’re Beautiful” as Yoo Hae Yi.
• Endorsed Anycall - 4Tomorrow group project together with Ga In (Brown Eyed Girls), Han Seungyeon (KARA) & Hyunah (4minute).
• Has appeared in spreads for Korean Vogue and W magazine.
• Stars as Sung Mi Soo in KBS Drama “Birdie Buddy” but unfortunately the drama will not be airing

Name: Bekah (베카)
Real Name: Rebekah Kim (레베카 김)
Position in Group: Rapper, Sub-Vocalist
Birth Date: 11th August 1989
Height: 168 cm
Weight: 52 kg
Blood Type: AB
Star Sign: Leo
Cyworld: www.cyworld.com/bekahhh
me2day: http://me2day.net/as-bek
Twitter: www.twitter.com/__BEKAH
Tumblr: http://awanderingwonder.tumblr.com/
Misc. Information:
• Born and raised in Hawaii.
• Graduated from Moanalua High School.
• Featured in Tei’s ”Mr. Lonely” track from his mini-album ‘The Shine 2009’.
• Featured in Lee Hyori’s “Bring It Back” and Seo In Gook’s “At First Sight”.
• Talented in drawing.

Name: Jooyeon (주연)
Real Name: Lee Joo Yeon (이주연)
Position in Group: Sub Vocalist
Birth Date: 19th March 1987
Height: 168 cm
Weight: 45 kg
Blood Type: AB
Star Sign: Pisces
Cyworld: www.cyworld.com/juyeon319
me2day: http://me2day.net/wndus319
Twitter: www.twitter.com/ASJuPal
Misc. Information:
• Was a famous Internet ulzzang.
• Starred in Skool Looks CF.
• Featured in Tony An’s “Yutzpracachia” MV in 2006.
• Had a small role in the movie “My Tutor Friend 2” in 2007.
• Appeared on MBC “Introduce Star’s Friend” show as Son Dambi’s best friend in 2008.
• Featured in E.Bul’s “I Want to Buy It” MV in 2009.
• Featured in Taegoon’s “Betrayed” MV in 2009.
• Was a part of season 1 of popular variety show KBS Invincible Youth.
• Is currently starring in a KBS Drama “Smile, Donghae

Name: Lizzy (리지)
Real Name: Park Soo Young (박수영)
Position in Group: Sub Vocalist
Birth Date: 31st July 1992
Height: 168 cm
Weight: 46 kg
Blood Type: A
Star Sign: Leo
Cyworld: www.cyworld.com/As_Lizzy
me2day: http://me2day.net/zaromi
Twitter: www.twitter.com/Lizzy_sy
Misc. Information:
• Featured in Teen Top’s “Clap” music video.
• Made a first featuring performance with rapper Defcon in “How to Leave the Rapper” on SBS Inkigayo.
• Fixed cast member of SBS variety show “Running Man

Name: Nana (나나)
Real Name: Im Jin Ah (임진아)
Position in Group: Sub Vocalist
Birth Year: 14th September 1991
Height: 171 cm
Weight: 48 kg
Blood Type: A
Star Sign: Virgo
me2day: http://me2day.net/sanmiy7
Misc. Information:
• Went to Jeongju Ochang High School.
• Participated in the 2009 Asia Pacific Super Model Contest.
• Is a licensed make-up artist.
• Featured in Eru’s “White Tears” music video and Honey Dew’s “Like a Fool” music video.

Name: Raina (레이나)
Real Name: Oh Hye Rin (오혜린)
Position in Group: Main Vocalist
Birth Date: 7th May 1989
Height: 166 cm
Weight: 46 kg
Blood Type: B
Star Sign: Taurus
Cyworld: www.cyworld.com/AS_Raina
me2day: http://me2day.net/hyerin0507
Twitter: www.twitter.com/raina57
Misc. Information:
• Previously auditioned for Mnet’s Superstar K.
• Was a barista at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.

Name: Young
Real Name: No Yi Young (노이영)
Birthday: 16 August 1992
School: Chuncheon Agricultural High School
Height: 167cm
Weight: 45kg

Credits: fyafterschool.tumblr.com
Special thanks to After School Philippines

Popseoul | After School to kick things off Tokyo style in 2011

Just when Japan couldn’t couldn’t get enough of the new Hallyu Wave of female idol domination, After School will be joining the ranks of groups debut in 2011.

Their label Pledis Entertainment, hasn’t revealed which Japanese label After School will be joining but regardless after winning this year’s Billboard Japan Awards, After School is expected by many to succeed.

With so many popular groups debuting in Japan though, 2011 is looking to be a bit lonely in the Korean industry.

Source: Nate
Posted by by evil101 @ Popseoul

After School at Oak Valley Resort

After School preformed at the Oak Valley Resort. Pity the girls… they have to wear short sleeves and pants to perform outdoor in winter.

Credit: http://iambeast69.blog.me/
Source: AfterSchoolDaze

After School's Kahi & MBLAQ's Lee Joon sexy dance

SBS TV New Years Special ‘Star Couple’ performance featuring After School's Kahi and MBLAQ's Lee Joon

Appa looks amazing ::faints:: I think she may be a bit too much for him LOL

The original article title was: MBLAQ Joon – After School Kahi, sexy dance on the spot ‘dizzy’! LOL

Wow Kahi’s seemingly ‘topless’ illusion shirt made me O..O

She looks so fierce with her black leather shorts, fishnet stockings and killer studded heels. Then we have Lee Joon who looks suave in his neat black suit. Pictured together they do make me kind of “Dizzy”

The article said they captivated the attention of the audience with a gorgeous sexy dance performance and left a strong impression! This hot duo will perform and get hearts racing to Madonna’s song “4 Minutes”. We can also look forward to seeing Victoria from F(x), and members from Shinee and 2AM perform as well.

This will air on February 3rd at 6 PM KST

Credit: TvDaily
Source: AfterSchoolDaze

Orange Caramel: colorful and sweet!

On May 31, 2010, Pledis Entertainment announced that After School would be splitting up into sub groups and the first sub group was named Orange Caramel. This sub group was formed with three of its youngest members (maknaes)- Nana, Raina and Lizzy. Orange Caramel’s concept is cheery and retro or Candy Culture (cute and bright, while lovely and innocent at the same time) unlike many girl groups that have recently taken on darker, sexier concepts. Their first mini-album was released on June 16, 2010, consisting of 4 tracks, with "Magic Girl" as the carrier single. The MV of "Magic Girls" even featured Minhyuk of CNBLUE.

After debuting, Orange Caramel received support from K-pop artists such as Heechul from Super Junior, Taecyeon from 2PM, Mir from MBLAQ and 4Minute.

Orange Caramel released their second mini album on November 18, 2010. For their second mini-album, which has a fairy tale concept, Cho Young Soo and Wheesung, the producer and lyricist of "Magic Girl", teamed up again to create Orange Caramel's cheerful carrier single "A~ing♡". The follow up single "Still..." mixes a bright melody with melancholic lyrics, which Raina composed based on her own experiences. The 5 track second mini-album will definitely please those who got the first mini-album!

Orange Caramel is centered on promoting in Asian countries such as China, Singapore, Taiwan and now the Philippines.

Watch Orange Caramel MVs here:

Magic Girl (마법소녀)

A~ing♡ (아잉♡)

Orange Caramel "A~ing♡" music video

Orange Caramel @ Taiwanese TV show "Love JK"

Silent Sanctuary music video "Patunayan"

Single is taken from their current album "Mistaken For Granted".

Please vote for Silent Sanctuary's music video "Patunayan" on MYX, just text:
MYX Vote Patunayan
then send to 2366.

PEP.ph | Christian Bautista hopes Jayden's Choir would be successful in Indonesia and the Philippines | PEP.ph: The Number One Site for Philippine Showbiz

William R. Reyes
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
05:07 PM

Natapos nang gawin ni Christian Bautista ang una niyang lead role in a full-length movie titled Jayden's Choir, na ang producer ay dalawang malaking kumpanyang pampelikula—ang Primetime Productions at Nation Pictures—mula sa bansang Indonesia.

Ang kasikatan ni Christian bilang isang singer at recording artist sa naturang bansa, na nasa katimugang Asya, ay humantong sa una niyang pagbibida sa isang malaking pelikula na ayon sa mga ulat—sa Facebook at iba't ibang entertainment websites, kabilang ang PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal)—ay umabot sa halagang P225 million ang kabuuang budget.

Nai-post din sa isa pang blogsite ang poster ng pelikula, na ang Indonesian title ay Simfoni Luar Biasa o Jayden's Choir. Sa panimulang ulat ay binanggit ang malaking prospects para sa Indonesian movie "starring our very own Christian Bautista."

The report also said the movie, which is set to premiere on March 17, 2011, in Jakarta, Indonesia, "will also be shown in other Asian countries, like the Philippines" at magkakaroon din ng international release sa iba pang continents.

HOPEFUL. Dahil isang malaking pelikulang pang-international release ang una niyang pinagbibidahan, sobrang inaasam ni Christian ang tagumpay nito.

"Hopefully, maging successful ang showing [ng Jayden's Choir] sa Indonesia and, hopefully, maging successful din dito," sabi ni Christian sa panayam ng PEP.

Kung meron mang unang movie lead-starrer ang co-host ng Star Power ng ABS-CBN, the same cannot be said of Christian's recording stint. Or, at least, at this time of the year.

Hindi pa raw magkakaroon si Christian ng immediate follow-up sa Romance Revisited: The Love Songs of Jose Mari Chan na na-release last year.

"Matagal pa. Baka late this year pa," pagtukoy ng kilalang balladeer sa susunod niyang pagri-record ng bagong album.

"Pero ngayon, nag-iipon na ako ng mga original songs."

ACTING PROSPECTS. "I wanna act more!" masayang banggit ni Christian, matapos daw ma-experience ang pag-arte sa harap ng kamera in a full-length role.

Unang naipakilala si Christian sa pelikula, in second-lead role, sa Mano Po 5 (Gua Ai Di) ng Regal Films, na pinagbidahan nina Richard Gutierrez at Angel Locsin sa direksiyon ni Joel Lamangan.

Hindi na nasundan ang paglabas na iyon ni Christan sa pelikula dahil nag-concentrate na ang binatang singer sa recording at pagku-concert dito at sa ibang bansa.

In recent years, naging malaking pangalan si Christian sa Indonesia.

What made him decide to do another movie this time?

"Sila [Indonesian producers] ang kumuha sa akin," sagot ni Christian.

Ayon din sa singer-actor, the project was "good and much-awaited."

But given a choice now, Christian said, "Hopefully, magkaroon tayo ng teleserye. Gusto kong magkaroon... I think meron, hindi ko lang alam, kung kailan.

"Gusto ko talagang mag-acting," pag-ulit niya sa ninanais ngayon.

PROFESSIONAL ACTORS. Bilang isang Pinoy na pinakabida at top-billing sa Jayden's Choir, Christian gets to work with well-known Indonesian actors, like Ira Wibowo, Ira Maya Sopha, Gista Putri, and Verdi Solaiman.

Source:
http://www.pep.ph/news/28034/Christian-Bautista-hopes--Jayden's-Choir--would-be-successful-in-Indonesia-and-the-Philippines