SNSD The Boys reaction

Please view the video on YouTube, although I'm pretty sure you already had. :D

I hate looking at teaser because I always got the wrong guess, especially SM teaser but looking at the gorgeous promo pictures, I had to peek..LOVE THE FREAKING DRESSES! When the full MV was released, I watched the English version first since I kinda like BoA's Eat You Up in English.. it can't be that bad right?

Bad mistake.It was so awkward to listen it in English. That includes Jessica and Tiffany. SeoHyun lines is sooooo corny. "I know live is a mystery, I'm gonna make it history.." LOL. It rhymes but ugh. I can't grasp what they were singing but I guess it's just awkward for me. I understand Engrish, but I think I need to see the lyrics.

Teddy Riley produced it and it definitely sounds like it. I can imagine RaNia singing the song and it's a bit cruel, but RaNia can't make this No.1 like SNSD does. It's not about the fanbase, SNSD can afford to do it better. What I don't like about this song, it lacks that Kpop flavor. Maybe it's the language?

So I watched the Korean version, have to say I like it better. The girls sound noticeably comfortable and I don't find it awkward during the rap part too. The MV is the same, just different language. The sets are gorgeous too! I love the rose petals set and the sand..

Sunny looked amazing, if I ever will cut my hair, I want to look like her. I'm upset SooYoung returns to long hair but she still looked amazing. All the girls looked phenomenal. Yuri dance break was drool-worthy. The way she dance on the sand is just stunning. Glamorous should be the IT look for girl groups. I know it's hard to sing and dance it a dress but I am crossing my fingers that the girls will perform with those stunning dress. PLEASE? :P

Step by Kara

To be honest I wasn't looking forward for Kara's comeback. One, because Super Junior was scheduled for a comeback too and while I do love the girls personality, it doesn't translate the same with their music. I did have fun on their previous songs but I don't know if I can expect the same thing.

The first time listening, I stopped half way because it was too colorful and the song was similar to what they had promoted before. There is the return of the "shriek"... probably it's Kara signature but it's only fun for one time.

Just like all their previous song, this song eventually grows in me and why not? It incorporated the catchy beats and infectious hook which is the perfect formula of Kpop. Their vocals are still lacking in some areas but this isn't a ballad song and I don't care much. It's a fun song that brights up your day.

These girls had troubles in the past but it seems like their friendship is still on, I hope they don't attempt to the same anytime soon because it's not going to work. I would like to see growth from JiYoung, all the other magnaes are improving each day and it seem like Jiyoung hasn't changed much. The company should considered making a sub-unit, that would be interesting.

Kpop Meme 2!

Your favorite k-pop guy group : Super JuniOR. *rise palms
Your favorite k-pop girl group : Secret... I want you back you back~
Your ultimate k-pop guy bias : What is this..SuJu la..
Your ultimate k-pop girl bias : I'm not bias over girl groups
Your favorite k-pop song from your favorite guy group: Life couldn't get better..Miracle!
Your favorite k-pop song from your favorite girl group: 3 years 6 months
A k-pop song that makes you cry : Aish.. I can only think of Tohoshinki's singles..oh wait, Don't Say Good Bye is in Korean.
A k-pop song you know all the words to: All..? Probably SuJu Miracle.
Your favorite k-pop performance : ALL 13 SuJu on Stage.
A k-pop dance you’d like to learn: ALL..ALLL!!!
Your favorite k-pop music video : Miracle by SuJu
The very first k-pop song you ever heard : Rain's coming down from the rooftop...I'm Coming by Rain.
A k-pop group you dislike and why : Rainbow...because A'St1 disbanded.
A k-pop song that makes you smile : HaengBok by SuJu
A k-pop song that reminds you of someone you miss : I miss all 13 SuJu.
Your favorite k-pop lyric (and a translation) : Into the World by SNSD
A k-pop idol you wish was your older sibling : Pass.. I lub my real brother.
A k-pop idol you wish was your younger sibling : Pass.. I like being the youngest.
Your favorite interview of a k-pop idol or group: Don't remember...It's been a long time since I watched Entertainment Weekly.
Your favorite picture of your guy k-pop bias: Micky Yoo Chun
Your favorite picture of your girl k-pop bias : Choi Soo Young
Your favorite picture of your favorite k-pop group: Sorry Sorry repackaged album picture
K-pop idol who you think is underrated : Untouchable. For goodness sake, I want them to win an award.
K-pop idol who you think is overrated: 2PM
Your favorite cover of a k-pop song by another k-pop artist: IU's I need a boy.
Your favorite dance battle : Shin Dong is jjang! I know EunHyuk is the best in SuJu but I like Shin Dong more.
A k-pop song you never get tired of : You probably noticed it already but it's SuJu's Miracle.

I'm hating Infinite Paradise

Since Infinite is getting famous each day, I think I need to put a disclaimer before proceeding. I am not anti-fan, it's just a stupid review okay? Inspirit Fighting!

With Paradise, there's 4 songs promoted by Infinite this year! Wow. Typically idols only promote two song in one year and seldom 3.. I guess probably other idols had done the same but maybe I wasn't really paying attention. 

Before the Dawn was awesome, their choreography was mind-blowing, except I was a little too late in noticing it's awesomeness. That time, I was paying more attention to Dalmatian. Nothing's Over finally got me hook to them, I knew all their names and know what roles they had.

Be mine was okay, it wasn't an instant love because I can't never get pass thinking.. "SungJong is a dude." I find it hard to convince myself that he can sing seriously and laugh at his expression. The song finally got them their first No.1 on charts. I was happy for them.

On the scale of 1-10, I would rate Paradise as 4..so there's no way I could put the title as "I'm loving" right? I thought they promoted the song too early, but I guess the company wants ride on their previous win. The song has this familiarity but I don't know where I get that from. It sounds like a cool song for mystery genre movie but that's about it.

The feel of the song is pretty confusing. I have not check the translation yet but the title is "Paradise" and the song has this dark vibe, almost haunting like and mysterious. I'm not even sure if the lyricist understand the meaning of Paradise. When I think of paradise, the image of beach comes to mind. The MV isn't helping either. I think Infinite boys are ghost following the poor girl everywhere in the house?? It's a cross of a creepy stalker or a haunted ghost. I think this fascination of this topics should stop by now.. I'm sick of it already.

What probably puts me off the most about the song is the chorus. I don't get the high-pitched voices... it's just hard to sing and not suited for the song. Is it's supposed to be haunting voice or what? However I do like SungKyu's part.. I thought it was clever to have the bits of pause in his line..I think it resembles gasping for air..WooHyun sounded really good too!

The music on this song is awesome too, the mix of orchestra and electrical guitar blends well together. I just don't think it suited well with the lyrics. Lastly, congratulation to Infinite for winning on the recent Inkigayo for this song. I think they deserved it..(although I secretly wished SuJu win.)

I Believe in GD

 2011 isn't over yet but it felt like a lot of years has gone by. There's so many jaw-dropping moments and I'm so glad I receive all the news at home because I looked stupid. :P

The latest one is about GD caught smoking marijuana. I don't know the details but I believe it's purely an accidental mistake. I am aware that GD does smoke but smoking marijuana? It's unbelievable. Looking at Crown J's case, smoking marijuana is a serious crime that can affect your career as an artiste. There's no way GD would have voluntarily smoke marijuana.

Big Bang was one of my first favorite idols back when I first started obsessing Kpop. I'm so sad that we had waited so long for their comeback, only to see two bad incident happen. DBSK is no longer 5, Super Junior isn't 13... would the same happen to Big Bang? I think it's just to sad to think about it. Big Bang was my only hope that my favorite idols CAN  be together.

I want to believe Big Bang will be forever. Please, there's too much heartbreak for me and this is the last chance. My favorite variety show had disappoint me, 2 of my favorite idols group is in rocking situation.. so please KPop, don't loose me as your fan. I'm an awesome fan.

I'm loving Beast On Rainy Days

I got my copy of Beast latest Korean album and I'm not really impress about it. I just couldn't review it. On the bright side, I do love On Rainy Days single a lot more than the title track.

The Koreans agreed as this single was in 1st place before Fiction! Yoseob tweeted "did we promote the wrong song?" LOL I couldn't agree more! There was an article about it got most download when it was raining. It was the opposite for me, I listened it during hot shiny day and it rained later.. :P

It's a little cheesy when they added in the rain and storm sound effect but it's about rain, why not? I do not, however like JunHyung's cough. Is that a cold's cough or a cigarette cough? Whether it was intentional or not, I don't like it.

The background music is lovely, the sad guitar rhythm along with other string instrument was just perfect. The boys harmonization was good and I love Yoseob taking control of the chorus, because there is this sadness feel in his voice, it's like sense of loneliness that must be sung alone.

The background vocals were done right, it sounded like wind blowing and there's this sound that sound like water droplets..the sound was probably made with synthesizer which I really like. My favorite part was the organ sound, I'm an organ player so I do love it. Despite loving the modern touch, I think the song will still be perfect when it is stripped down to acoustic version.

This is my longest review for just one song but I had to, there's so many interesting part to the song that I have to talk about. You know what? I hate rain.

Kpop meme

What/Who got you into kpop?
Super Junior

Favourite boy group?

Super Junior

Favourite girl group

Secret

Favourite overall group?

Super Junior

Other groups you love?

SM Town!!!! YG Family, Cube Entertainment, TS Entertainment, WooLim Entertainment..most boyband..some girl groups..

Rank your favourites from each of your stated groups above?

This will be a long day, I actually can write one post on that alone...I think Super Junior as one, soo that's the most important thing.

Favourite pairings from each of your stated groups?

Dooseob, Eunhae and Hyuksu!!!

Favourite current song?

Mr. Simple and Superman by SuJu

Favourite Fanclub
E.L.F.

Favourite entertainment company?
SM TOWN

Loved a group you’re not into anymore?

U-kiss, just because..

First kpop song ever?
Probably, Rain's I'm coming

First kpop love (group/solo)?
Super Junior, Kim Jeong Hoon

Group you could never get into no matter how much you tried.

I don't know..I like JYPe artiste before but after the scandal..heh.

Any dance you can do (from a MV etc) or want to learn?

All the dance, even the song I don't like

Any songs you memorised the lyrics to?
Super Junior Miracle..well mostly before 2009 songs I know by heart.. Starting 2010..way too many song released!

Best looking male in the industry to you?
Micky Park Yoo Chun

Prettiest female in the industry to you?
Choi Soo Young

A person you want to be like/admire the most?
None.. I like being myself

A song you must/always/usually listen to EVERY day?

I'd listen to any kpop.. Except nobody by WG!

Your favourite music video?

SuJu Miracle, any cutesy music video is my fave..Like Infinite's Nothing's over or Beast's Beautiful

Any of your friends into kpop and who?
Yup, Elpasira!

Have any kpop merchandise?

Yes.. Lots of them but not enough to create a kpop shrine just yet, I do have a special drawer just for Kpop items!

Random updates

I feel that this blog is losing direction..

I posted more personal updates rather than any kpop updates which is just sad. I lost all the inspiration since the news of Kang Ho Dong retirement and Hee Chul enlistment. I have thought of beginning new blog since all I write now is just updates that you don't care about.

Honestly blogging through tablet is difficult, I can't include picture or video on my post and typing on virtual keyboard makes me dumber..probably you will noticemore incorrect grammar and spelling.

Will this be the last post ever?

Must Watch Video : Teen Top Don't Put On Perfume

With a random title like that, I was sceptical about the song. I love "Clap", hated "Supa Luv" and like "Angel"..so I don't know if I wanted to listen their new song. Especially more so by looking at their "underwear" pictures. =.=

I caught a glimpse of their performance on Music Bank on TV and I like the song. I watched the MV and completely love it. I didn't have to watch with subtitle to understand it, it's so cheeky! Well ChunJi's face says it all.

The song has a cool catchy beats, as usual Niel and ChunJi sings most of the parts but at least other's shines as well. C.A.P. voice sounds familiar, I don't know if I like it or not. The lyrics are playful yet honest..I don't think I could visualize them that way in real life.

I would prefer if C.A.P. was the lead actor for the MV, ChunJi is making me a creepy noona. Heck, I'm older than all the members but ChunJi has baby face, he looks awkward with Park Shi Yeon. ChunJi might just be my favorite...gahh, those winks are damn cute!

I don't really like their concept, I forgot how young they are but it's a little too mature for them. Nevertheless I love the song...well it might get banned soon or waaay later (ex. Jewelry One more time)so let's savour the moment.

Yup, I'm their noona. A happy noona.

Super Junior Mr. Simple Full MV is HERE!!

Another single with just 10 members, I know it's ridiculous to say this but it feel so empty. 10 members is a lot but I miss KangIn, HanKyung and KiBum. Especially the last one.. Where is he? Last time I heard about him is he getting drama roles. I hope to see him active again.

I love the intro, it's simple but so classy! It's such a contrast from the promotional pictures..I was pleasantly surprise that it wasn't shocking like the promotional pictures. I have heard of the audio and wasn't really digging it because it's like a mash up of Sorry Sorry and Bonamana.

Watching the MV, it totally change my mind. I love the song! I definitely can see this winning various awards! Probably I'm just biased? LOL

Must Watch Video : B1A4 Only Learn Bad Things

This is the only 2011 debut that I know the members name! Thanks to their debut MV "OK", it's not really hard to learn their names. My favorite is JinYoung...he's not the main vocal but when he sings, I just love it. The main vocal, Sandeul is good too but I'm more drawn to Jin Young's vocal. The maknae..GongChan is so..um, I thought he's the leader! JinYoung probably has baby-faced because I thought he was the youngest. LOL I thought it's pretty cool CNU (who shares the same birthday with my mum :P) wears glasses..his English part sounds good. Baro the lead guy is so random..haha what's with the hats?

The video is sweet but the message is even better! I love the fact it acknowledge his mistake and he's young. The last part, starting from GongChan's part was so cute. It's like the perfect message.

Some scenes are stupid like why you should expect him to open drink for you? but the MV is just so heartwarming and cute! The dance routine isn't praiseworthy but I don't care..I still love the video a lot.

The world is spinning around...

I have lost count how many times I've said "oh my gosh" when I first read about JunHyung and Hara..seriously I was literally spinning around holding my head starring at the ceiling and couldn't believe what I've just read.

This is similar to JongHyun and Shin Se Kyung relationship but another one? What happen to secret idol dating eh? I'm so not ready! Okay what I meant is that I would prefer to have rumors then the confirmation..like straight away confirm is a lot to handle. It's JunHyung and Hara! Double idol mania!!

I don't know how to digest this piece of news.. Thank goodness I'm at home while reading it..I just read it a few minutes ago.

ergh..whatever, don't get married yet la.

I don't mind celebrity has partner but I would so prefer they did in private. People would go like "I hope you guys can get married!" Geez, you can handle those pressure meh? Or face a lot of people like me who wouldn't trust your relationship will last. For goodness sake, do it the old school style!

But of course, nothing beats Lee Ji Ah and Seo Tae Ji. Bring it on Kpop!!

UPDATE
because I didn't read the whole thing yet...

I know Hara is like carefree person and I love that about her but seriously it's 1 MONTH only..oh good luck! I'm pretty sure when it's over they're going to say "conflict schedules, busy" problems..BLAH BLAH BLAH.

I will be back on August

I know there's a lack in post lately but I have a really good reason behind it.

I'm currently doing internship/practical/industrial training for 10 weeks which I have started on 6th June and will end on 12 August. I'm actually at work blogging this, haha it's a carefree company so it's fine..I still embrace Kpop everyday..watching more Korean dramas and I noticed that my Korean is getting better each day.

I haven't really watched new singles apart from the ones I saw on Music Bank..so far nothing really interest me much like I used to. Beast comeback ended great but I wasn't much a fan..the style is very similar to the previous one and everyone seem to have Bieber hair...LOL except Hyunseung looked amazing in those shade of orange! He finally has a great hairdo!

Secret is my main disappointment at the moment as I really don't know why they promoting a song that sounds really boring. It has that tropical island feel which makes no sense because about stars? or something.. I love their promotional pictures because they all look beautiful but yeah..the song is so boring. TS Entertainment, I hope this is the last retro song for them..Shy Boy is a hit but let's not make them like Wonder Girls. I have enough retro at the moment.

Oh My School ended this week on KBSWorld, sort of sad but I'm looking forward for Immortal Song 2! Or maybe not since many stars left the show....oh well, that timeslot is cursed for KBS. Bring back Star Golden Bell!!!

I might return on August but I can't be sure..it's the same ole "internet problems" reason and stuffs. :D

Random update

I've been using my phone to surf internet for two week and it's bad....Now I have no idea how to deal with internet on PC because I don't know where to start.

To my friends who might be reading, Wordpress is not image friendly like blogger..so I hate to post pictures on the blog so I'm holding off on writing picture blog (Perth and Graduation) for a bit, if I'm crazy..I might just make another blogger blog. wakaka.

Back to Kpop updates, today receive another sad news of Cha Dong Ha passing. I didn't know the guy enough but it's sad to know about it. I really wish someone could be there for him and let him know that people loves him. So many fellow Kpop artist wrote tributes to him and I just teared up. I really can't handle suicide news anymore. It's so sad.

In happy updates, I'm loving the No.1 song on Music Bank show today! I didn't like Fiction very much so I was happy that "On Rainy Day" won. Congratulation to Beast! I no longer follow the pace for kpop because I simply can't with my irregular internet connection so my favs is still Infinite, now promoting Can U Smile..

I can't keep up with the debuts this year but nothing is really interesting..A Pink reminds me of Girls Generation in the earlier days, I thought it was charming but I think I'll wait 2nd single to know if I like them or not. I think I kinda like Dal Shabet so I know few of the names but their songs has been so ridiculous..PINK ROCKET, that's so urghh. As for the boys, X5 is so attractive but naaah..B1A4 is nice too but I don't know if they can keep up with the concept. Rania, Block B and Brave Girls are not my type of idols so hard to say...I think I miss a couple of names but it's been a lot so forgive me. By the way there's report that there's another 12 girl groups will be debuting..opps, just remember Boyfriend debuted yesterday, from the glimpse of their performance today, I'd say they just need better song. SME also reportedly will debut M1, M2 and Jino's group...plus recently I read another girl group from SME. This is crazy, just because you didn't debut new group (SM the Ballad is a sub group) doesn't mean you could torture me like this!! I might not care about the rest of the rookies but if it's from SME, I know I would memorize their names in no time because I'm a big SM Town fan.

Last bits, dramas I'm watching is Baby faced Beauty (because of Jang Nara!), Three sisters (SBS daily drama is better than KBS) and 49 Days. I will be trying to watch Lie to me (because of Yoon Eun Hye) and Yoon Eun Hye's Movie, My Black Mini dress? I forgot the complete title la.

Farewell Aheeyah :(

Every time I change the layout of my blog, I made sure I include links because it's important to me to give some respect to these wonderful sites that help me in my Kpop needs. Sadly one of the links on "AmazingLinkz", Aheeyah is closing down.

What?!!!

I was searching for g.o.d. Lies lyrics, and where would I go? It's no other than Aheeyah.com! Sadly I was greeted by a video from the webmaster saying the site is closing down. I normally passed on vlogs, but I click on the button anyway because I need to know the reason. Sigh heavily as I finished the video, I knew I understand why but I just can't help feeling sad. I know to maintain a website isn't easy and it requires money. For those who are ignorant, when they asked for donation..please don't go harsh on them, do you think it's easy for them to ask? I've been to sites that I wish I could donate and such but it's impossible for me at the moment.

I'm really sad that Aheeyah will be gone. I even left a wall post on the webmaster FB page, which normally I don't do. I wanted the site to be forever but that's like selfish of me to even think about it since it's all hard work by someone who doesn't get paid.

I could never think of Lyrics and not think Aheeyah too. When I first started to research more about Korean, I learned the basic from the site. I could spend hours of time in the site because the site has so many lyrics that I loved. I realize that over the recent years, the post has been reduced but that doesn't stop me from loving the site because it's where I started.

When the site eventually closes down, the links stays because I just want to give a tribute to such awesome site. I will miss Aheeyah. ;(

Another reason

Thanks to my friend, Pasira for these links. 1 2

Just few days ago I posted why I don't want Kpop to be famous and now, I have another reason. If you don't understand Malay, basically it's about how Kpop isn't seen in the good light in the so called professional media. The other one is about how Kpop is influencing the entertainment industry here like how it's happening in Thailand or Cambodia..you know the horrendous cover we saw on YouTube? but this is sort of different but following the Kpop style. It's written by a Kpop fan, so don't bash in the comments. She's just reporting!

Imitation is a form of flattery but I look at those pictures and you can't turn Malaysian to Korean, that's just too obsess! I just think bringing Kpop flavor in this country does not work. It's weird and awkward! Kpop stars go through rigorous training and put so much risk in their decision. If you really love Kpop, go to Korea la! I always wanted a Malaysian to be in the next idol group, and that's fine because it's by Korean standard. Korean Entertainment company knows what they want and they already get the formulas right. If you never got into the Korean scene, how are you going to copy it right?

I don't want this so called Malaysian version of Kpop turns Kpop in a bad light in this country! Why ruin something, that Kpop idols go through blood, sweat and pain? This is not the way to thank Kpop!

What a false report done by the media, and a foolish one indeed. As much as a big fan I am of Kpop, I realize there's flaws in it. Let's face it, no one is perfect. The writer should be objective and include some good points, but it's all flat out saying negative stuff that is over exaggerated!

I would hate it if one of my family members read the article and give me a hearing. I may called myself obsess with Kpop but I know my boundaries. I would love to go to Korea someday but I would never want to live there because Malaysia is my home. I'm comfortable where I'm from and never had I though of living somewhere else. I would hate if someone says I lupa daratan (uumm..how to translate this, it's like forgetting where you come from). If any, it's Malaysian fault. We're taught to live to 1Malaysia spirit, to called ourselves Malaysian as opposed to say you're Chinese/Malay/etc.. I hate that, I really want to be proud and say I'm a Sino-Kadazan. I love my culture and I wished I was more like one.

Opps, I'm getting out of topic. Don't say bad stuff about entertainment, because it's entertainment. Don't think too much about it because why make something fun into something boring?

Kpop Forever!!!

How much of a Kpop fan are you?

I have tried so hard to come up a quiz but I always fail to post it up because I don't know where to start. I posted these anyway since I just want something posted. I did all the question by myself, took a lot of time to come up with question. I want it to be difficult but I think these are quite easy..depending how good you are at googling.

Try answering the question without google it first and if you need answer just leave a comment or on "Talk To Me" section whichever you prefer. :D Although I'm sure you can google it easily! My role is to explain and if you like this post, good news! I will be posting more question in the future!


1. What does Aegyo mean? 
2. Seo TaiJi and boys is hailed as the creator of idols, who is the " boys"?
3. In 2008, what is the biggest scandal that involves SNSD?
4. What does g.o.d. mean?
5. Who is the famous niece of Lee Soo Man?
6. What made Park Jae Bum left 2PM?
7. Name three famous Korean athlete 
8. Who won KBS Best MC on 2010?
9. Which T-ara member that would be a SNSD member?
10. Sulli acted in DBSK movie, which story was she in?
11. Name the person that would have been a Big Bang member that is now a Beast member
12. Jung Ju Ri and Shin Bong Seon is under who's company?
13. Who is KangIn's wife on the show We Got Married?
14. How many year(s) in a normal military service?
15. What is the common fact about Eugene, Yoon Eun Hye and Yoon Kye Sang?
16. Jeon Tae Soo has a famous sibling, who is the person?
17. Big Bang's Sunset Glow MV has important message, what it is?
18. True or false, Yoseob was AJ's backup dancer
19. What does Sunbae mean?
20. Hwayoung and HyoYoung are twins, which groups do they belong too?
21. Name one drama that is written by the Hong sisters
22. Kim Takgu of Baker King Kim Takgu initially had a different name what is it?
23. What company does Park Han Byul, Yoo In Na and Kang Hye Jung belong to?
24. Who is Choi Ji Woo dating?
25. Where was Tonight MV by Big Bang shoot?
26. Name the members of MBLAQ that have famous sibling.
27. Han SunHwa of Secret has a unique nickname, what it is?
28. Who is Dongwoon of Beast favorite female singer?
29. Name the famous beach in Busan that is a title of a movie.
30. Name the members of Super Junior from the youngest to eldest.


If you would like me to "grade" you, you could post your answers on Twitter/FB, your own blog or at my comment section. :D

I don't want Kpop to be famous

I feel like I have write this before but heck, I don't care searching back my past archive because I'm talking about the present. I am waiting the day Hallyu wave to be over and howironic it is considering my name is HallyuSurfer.

Now this isn't a laughing matter, I dread the word Japan.. I don't like the idea of my favorite idols going to Japan because I don't like Jpop. Argument may start with their song is merely a translated version of their Kpop song and if they release in Japanese, a Korean version will be released as well. I don't hate Japanese, (language) it's just..I'm already struggling with Korean and now I have to learn Japanese too?

While Hallyu brings the idols closer to our shores..but damn it. I will never have the chance of meeting them because they only go to Kuala Lumpur, I need a freaking airplane ticket to  get there! Unable to attend means I get jealous. I wish they never come in the first place! I had a hard time watching videos of them in Malaysia.. It especially kills me when a non kpop fan got to go the concert and later blog badly about it.

I fear one day that when I eventually could go to Korea, my favorite idols will be in other country busy promoting. My travel itieneray only consist of going to KBS,MBC, SBS, SM, or YG building. If I can't meet at least one of my favorite idols, that would be a nightmare!

The most annoying thing is the increase of so called Kpop fans. Don't say Kpop fans are different. We may have different opinions but we share the same value. The common rule is to never bash. I hate reading newbie comments "gay" or "ugly". They never get how to use it well. In case you newbies are reading this, to use these words, be creative. For example "It's so ugly, only Mr.A can pull it of" or "I want Mr.B to be gay, he's so pretty!".

At first it's awesome, now I just feel blaah. I don't enjoy Kpop being everywhere I go. It's on TV, radio and even when I'm out. Shops will be blasting 2009 Kpop...I might smash that radio if it's Nobody!

I know I'm bitter about this whole Hallyu thing, I am part of this Hallyu movement. If Kpop never showed on MTV back in 2005/6, my brother would never introduce me to Super Junior, if Kpop wasn't big enough, we wouldn't have much eng subbed videos! KBS World and SBS One probably would never be on astro channel listing channel! It's just a personal issue.. :P

New found favorites!

Dalmatian

Infinite

I finally have learned their names! I knew eventually I would learn their names, so I'll do the same for this year debut. There's a lot of debut again this year! B1A4, x-5, Dal Shabet, A Pink...urgh. Never mind, someday I'll make time to learn their names. I think I pretty much already learn the names of 2010 male idols...I hope I didn't missed any group. My memory sometimes bewildered me because I can't differentiate which year they debuted anymore! It's rather surprising to know CN Blue debuted in 2010 but achieving so much success that could challenge their sunbaenims!

I started learning Dalmatian member names because I really like "The man Opposed" song and I already know Daniel from his collaboration with Yoseob so learning names wasn't hard. At times I got confuse with Jisu and Yeongwon but blue haired Yeongwon definitely helped! Today (250411) Dari is enlisted for military. It's kind of the wrong timing but it's a responsibility of Korean men so good for him! The leader of the group is surprising in many ways. He is 10 years older than the maknae! Daniel/Drama was born on 1991, which means Inati is born on 1981! He is older than Leeteuk!!! Day Day, if I'm not mistaken is the same age as Leeteuk.

Poor Maknae, Hyung accidentally hit!

As for Infinite, remember the Must Watch Video post I did last week? I stumble upon the video through their site and I got hooked at the song! Nothing's Over is my favorite song of the recent release and I've been playing non stop. I also watch a couple videos and love the goofiness of the group!

I'm not good with "hy" "w" Korean pronounciation so Dongwoo and Woohyun names is so hard for me to pronounce! I already had a hard time pronouncing Wooyoung's name..so the name part stuck in my mind. I love the three Sung brothers. My favorite is Leader SungKyu, haha I can't stop thinking of Sunny (real name SunKyu) whenever I see him. I initially thought WooHyun is the leader because he looked like one but as I see more of Infinite shows, Sungkyu is a good leader choice. Maknae SungJong which is like the 2nd Jokwon can really dance girl group songs! Poor Choding (in BM, budak2) SungYeol never got enough attention but don't worry, he is the main character in Nothing's Over. The face of the group L, reminds me of JaeJoong, he has that cold hearted man vibe and you might remember him in Epik High's Run MV. Don't let the name deceive you, but his real name is Myung Soo! I love HoYa's name. It's epic, HOYA!!!! Actually it's his nickname, his real name is Howon. Korean often add "Ah", "ee" or "ya" as affectionate nickname..like Yoseob~ie, Juri~ah or KangHo~ya...get it?

Untouchable update

If you have been reading this blog long enough, you would know that I am a big fan of Untouchable. They're going to enlist for military by the end of this year and my heart sank. I'm always excited for their new release and so this would mean 2 years of no new song.

The good news is that Untouchable duo will be enlisting on the same day! Yeah, I thought it's a nice way to go military, with your good friend and I'm just so happy that it also mean that they will be leaving military together! Less time waiting for them to be back together!

TS Entertainment seems like a cool company, the CEO always give this duo a complete trust on their music and I really appreciate it. Before they enlist for military, Untouchable will be releasing one last single! One only? I really hope it's with HwaYoung who is darn amazing with Tell Me Why, Back Again and so many other songs. It'd be nice if they collaborate with TSE upcoming boyband (Bang Yong Guk's group) or Secret! Gosh, all this talk is making me sad... Kajimayo Untouchable!

Impact!

I guess my prayers had been answered because according to a rumor, Byun Jang Moon of the former A'ST1 member will be re-debuting later this year with a four membered group called "Impact".

"2nd guy from left"


The rumor broke out during ZE:A's showcase, Impact was introduced and is said to be following a similar style with JYP's 2AM. Oh my gosh, this is perfect. More ballads for me to hear that crisp clear voice of JangMoon. Although I wished he went solo. Blaah better than nothing.

The group is under Star Empire Entertainment which is the same agency of ZE:A, Nine Muses (or 10..) and Jewelry. So that explain why he's on ZE:A's Here I am MV!!! Let's hope this group is real and will get success. I know I will be waiting. BYUN JANG MOON baby!



If you're wondering which is his voice, the picture is matching their voice. His voice is the squeaky lovely voice.."Ajik" part.. :D

Credits to :Koreaboo

The MOST shocking news EVER

UPDATE : [RUMORS] #1 Jung Woo Sung said that he will break up with Lee Ji Ah is the divorce is true #2  They probably already divorced? Seo TaiJi's side says 2006 and Lee Ji Ah side says 2009..this is seriously wtf. #3 Unlike the media reported, the couple has no kids.

The news of Seo TaiJi and Lee Ji Ah as a married couple is mind blowing shocking statement. Here's my list of shocking news of the day.

#1 The marriage is kept for 14 years!

I would have thought there wouldn't be any secret marriage as Korean netizen often shown us how incredibly efficient on getting information. Lee Young Ae secret marriage should have prompt them to search on more secret marriage, but whoops this big secret wasn't revealed by them.

#2 It's freaking Seo TaiJi

Often referred as the father of Kpop or Legendary, this guy may not appear much on TV but Kpop idols of today can't stop talking about his idol days. He is kind of the guy you expect to not get married at the early age.

#3 It's Lee Ji Ah

This is the girl who is rumored to be dating Jung Woo Sung and Jung Woo Sung has confirmed that he is dating someone. Okay, you might read all over the news that Jung Woo Sung confirms that he is dating Lee Ji Ah but I saw the clip in Entertainment Weekly, and I don't think he ever mention Lee Ji Ah's name. Although I just read that Jung Woo Sung was with Lee Ji Ah when the news broke out.

#4 They have 2 children

It's only natural that they have children, 14 years of marriage but no children? Gosh, have you not seen Korean mother in laws on TV? It's shocking because it's Seo TaiJi's children. 

#5 Lee Ji Ah's real age revealed

According to her official profile, it is listed that she was born on 1981 making her only 16 at the time of marriage on 1997. However it was revealed she was actually born on 1977 but that doesn't make it any less shocking, I'm 20...I'm not thinking of marriage yet and many people in Korea today prefers to marry at the age of 30 or more.

#6 Will Lee Ji Ah be going to jail?

While no one talks about this, adultery is a serious crime in Korea that may make offenders head to prison. If Jung Woo Sung is in fact dating Lee Ji Ah, Seo TaiJi may press charges against Lee Ji Ah.

#7 We might never know this 

If it wasn't for Lee Ji Ah requesting for a divorce or this settle in private manner, we will never know about this at all. 

#8 They're getting divorce

Sadly we only know this today but they're heading for divorce apparently because Lee Ji Ah wants to be with Jung Woo Sung.

Another thing is I remembered reading an article last year when news of Yang Hyun Suk getting married and there was sort of a promise thingie that they wouldn't get married article. Which also means that YG and Lee Juno had no idea of this marriage too? Let me see if I could search that article for you...oh wait, no I remembered it wrongly. Here's the quote (credits to AllKPop)

I once made a pact with Seotaiji, “Let’s not have wedding ceremonies even if we get married in future.”

Though there are no plans to get married this year, it’s still a promise between men.

Even if we do get married in future, we have no plans for a public wedding.

                                                                                                                                 - Yang Hyun Suk

Theories on how this can be kept as a secret

1. They were married overseas and only met overseas

In an article I read, it is said that Lee Ji Ah and Seo TaiJi only meet up in US or in Japan.

2. Lee Ji Ah isn't the real name

Her real name is apparently Kim Sang Eun, and when she entered her company she was Kim Ji Ah and officially she is known as Lee Ji Ah. With the names changes, I believe makes information harder to search.

3. She doesn't have a pre-debut picture and no picture with friends

Way damn mysterious. She studied in US but come on, I've seen NS Yoon Ji's picture to Kim Ki Bum's picture while they studied in US.

My prediction of the outcome

There will be more secrets being revealed and I'm sure this isn't an easy battle. Jung Woo Sung reportedly mentioned has no clue that she is married and has children. Gosh, I don't know how would he feel. It's horrible. 

Okay, since Lee Ji Ah speaks fluent English and in case she might read this...I just want to add that I am not entirely sure that these information is true but I posted it anyway because it's everywhere. I got most of the information from Twitter. I don't think it's bad that they keep this BIG secret, but it's just sad it ended this way. I never like hearing divorce stories and I felt sorry for Jung Woo Sung. It's hard enough to revealed your in a relationship but to discover that your partner is actually married is not cool.

Korean Drama is often extreme in terms of plot formation especially daily drama but this is like blockbuster movie, wow..I might get headache with all this drama. Let the news roll!

Must watch video : Kpop Music Mondays by Simon and Martina

Oh Monday, how we hate it. Actually any other days (except Sundays) seems pretty the same because I'm on a break but I know the feeling of Monday mornings. It's horrible.


But worries over, because there's something new to look forward on Monday and that's eatyourkimchi.com Kpop Music Mondays! I found their video by surprise because I was looking for Dalmatian eng sub shows (which reminds me I haven't watch it yet) and the first video on the list of search was their review!





I clicked on the video because it's not everyday you see a Caucasian talking about Korean culture..it's interesting yo~! So I got hooked, and watch their entire episode of Kpop Music Mondays!


It's interesting to see a foreigner take on Kpop video because I'm really like the typical Kpop fan, it's hard to react beyond squealing and clapping. LOL. The couple, Simon and Martina lives in Bucheon, Korea but you don't get the sense of a typical Kpop fan reaction. (except Big Bang because Martina is a huge V.I.P.)

Their blog is equally interesting, because I always like reading blogs as opposed to watching Vlogs. You can watch videos and read more information on Eat Your Kimchi

New UKiss

"New" because it is...I mean to not confuse you right? I think it's better if they debuted with a new name. Just in case you have not heard/read... Xander and KiBum left the group and insert AJ and Hoon. For more details, just google it because that's not what I blogging about.

Back in 2008, I was one of the very few international fan of U-Kiss. I can say like it is because back in 2008 not only international fan is less but also U-Kiss isn't very popular. Many fans even thought they debuted in 2009 with Man Man Ha Ni but nope, they debuted in 2008 with Not Young. I also know that U-Kiss already won Rookie awards back in 2008 but not much knew in 2009 because they're voting them for Best New Artist as well in 2009.

However the constant change  made me like them less and lesser. Lots of people didn't like "Not Young" and thought "I Like you" was funny. I was a fan at both with good knowledge of their backgrounds and such...but when they comeback with KiSeop with Man Man Ha Ni, I just got disappointed.

I was disappointed because U-Kiss was a different kind of idol and end up being the same. From Man Man Ha Ni onwards, I didn't like any of their songs. However the news of KiBum and Xander left the group made me sad because I was a fan. When I was a U-Kiss fan, I love the whole group members.

I have nothing against Hoon but bring AJ in was too much. AJ is the guy who talks bad about KiKwang back when KiKwang was promoting as AJ. I didn't like the way AJ responded so this guy never got good impression with me.

0330 is a good song but how much does a song can win me back to be a fan again? It's just not right.

Big Bang VS Music Bank

Disclaimer : I love Big Bang and Music Bank. I just have opinions to voice out. Take it or leave it, because I'm not an anti and you shouldn't be taking it too seriously.

The problem lies with YG Entertainment, their marketing strategy is too ridiculous for Korean scene. Back when 2NE1 debut, YGE made the girls perform once a week which I think is arrogant. What kind of excuse is "to enhance performance quality" 2NE1 should have work just as hard as other rookies! YGE also made 2NE1 comeback with 3 songs and made them perform 3 full performance which unheard of with any veteran Kpop idols especially 1 year old idols!

In 2010, I got fed up reading articles that Big Bang was going to make a comeback but nothing happen. Instead Seungri made a comeback and GD&T.O.P made a debut. V.I.P. probably like that but I don't, I felt cheated.

In fact I was surprised Big Bang made a comeback this year, after all there was a rumor regarding Big Bang members were not in good terms! When KBS didn't let Big Bang have their way, I completely understand why.

1. NO YGE perform on KBS Music Festival in 2010.

YGE refuse to let their artist perform because of the "award" thingie which come on, validate the fact they only want to come if they win. Which YGE assume SNSD is taking the prize.

2. YGE requested 3 performance and interview

Probably because TVXQ had almost 10 mins time on MB, YGE wanted the same treatment because Big Bang is a huge idol as well. Where the humbleness? Okay fine, Big Bang does deserve the same treatment but I'm pretty sure SME inform MB PD in advance. YGE is a master in delayed comeback. SME artiste doesn't delay a comeback unless something really bad happen.

I can't find any reason to support YGE. Why did they pulled out with just a day before the performance? WHY? Without any explanation, I am free to say that YGE is arrogant. Just because your artiste isn't going to win the awards doesn't make sense.

Fans who complain Big Bang MB comeback stage was poorly done, are you thinking or not?YGE said yes at the last minute, surely the stage isn't going to be stellar! And Music Bank doesn't need Big Bang, they have the kbsworld. :P

Big Bang is not at fault, YGE is. YGE needs to be humble for once.

Must Watch Video : ZE:A Here I am

I always listen song before watching MV, I'd go Youtube and just listen the video for weeks but I would probably have yet to watch the video. Or probably I would download video and not paying attention until I feel like it. Sometimes I only watch MV because I want to write a blog. Yeah bad bad habit.

So, I got a video of ZE:A and I just watched Infinite Nothing's Over so I was feeling blaaah to watch another cutesy video. I caught a glimpse of the actor and taught he looked familiar but I resume on doing something else..it's call multitasking. So I taught hey, the song isn't all that good probably the video will make me like it more..HECK YEAH.

I can't believe my eyes that it was in fact BYUN JANG MOON! I had to check that it's really him! I miss A'ST1 so much I'm not kidding and I am just over the moon about JangMoon being on the video. You know what, he would make the song way better. His voice has always been my favorite! I'd replay and pause every time the camera pans on him. Why is his screen time so short???? 

I actually like the song, I just find the chorus "Here I am" is annoying.  It's like an alarm ringtone that you dreaded...I wish the second part would be more melodic instead of stagnant "Here I am" probably the composer got the inspiration from Secret Garden's "Munjawaseo, Munjawaseo"

Okay, Jang Moon ah, please sing again..don't make a comeback as an actor! I think you could but there's nothing more I would want than to hear you sing again. Idol, solo or not..I just want to hear your singing voice!

YongSeo Foreba...not?

When I first saw the rumor posted on FB, I was flipping out..wanted to post a cursing comment to the admin who posted the rumor. YongSeo is like the cutest couple on "We Got Married"!

Unfortunately it was confirmed that the couple will be leaving the show..dang. I have nothing to look forward on Sundays apart from new Detective Conan chapters translation. Initially I was interested with YongHwa new upcoming drama "Festival" along side with his previous co-star on You're Beautiful, Park Shin Hye. I was totally rooting for ShinHyuk and Minam but we all know that didn't happen. Now I'm so dreading for it because I believe it's the root for this problem! He even quit his gig on Inkigayo for this drama!

YongSeo, Goguma couple..to make it up for me, please announce you're dating. I can't see anyone else with Baby SeoHyun.

Haha this is so weird, this is something only a die hard fan would understand. I'm having flashbacks, I have blog about this odd pairing but it's turn out to be my favorite couple ever, yes beating Andy and Solbi couple (which is equally very cute).

I take back what I said a year ago. Whatever it was, I just want them on foreba.

Must Watch Video : Music Bank MV Song Ji Eun Going Crazy

I'd take this over performance anytime Music Bank, your stage always seem to plain. Again, Music Bank did a better MV the original MV! I love San.E's Music Bank MV and Norazo Music Bank MV too.

The video is way creepy but I love it because it has more plot line than the original Music video which I don't remember at all..All I remember was Min Hyo Rin driving the car and Song Ji Eun singing with the rapper...Hey that is what the video about right? BOORING!

Song Ji Eun should just have the good ole black hair. I love blue hair but she looks gorgeous with black hair! Black hair is soo rare on female idols..I want the return of black hair! Except if it's Jessica, HyunAh and HyoSung (because I love her freaking colored hair)

Kim Bum Soo or Soya?

I'm really happy for Big Bang's win last week but when I saw the contender, my heart sank. It was Mighty Mouth feat. Soya "Tok Tok" which is so addicting and fun to listen to. I wish they won at least once..but Big Bang have to take their trophy. :(



Recently, the original version of the song is release featuring Kim Bum Soo.



Initially this is set to be promoted however Kim Bum Soo schedule conflict so they released Soya's version. It's not much difference but I like both version the same. I love watching Soya performs it with the duos but Kim Bum Soo smooth soft vocals is just so good too!

I don't say this often but I like both version, don't care which is original because I like the different meaning/feel to the song.

Idol Analysis : Secret

I think it's time to change things a little bit on Idol Analysis..so I wanted to blog about Secret, who just completed their promotion on Shy Boy and now Song Ji Eun is back with "Going Crazy"

This is probably the first group that even before their official debut that I'm already a fan. Does help being Untouchable fan, who with Secret is from TS Entertainment.

SeonHwa

Who is probably the famous one in the group thanks to her stint on variety shows. I knew SunHwa first out of all the other member because she caught my attention on the following video.




This was back in 2009, I thought she was super adorable in the performance and made me watch all Untouchable performance of this song! Not that I didn't like this song, I just like watching idols more...:P I was surprise and excited when she's going to debut, and till today she remain my favorite member. So what she's a "Blank paper"? She's adorable.


Ji Eun



The "voice" in the group, I like her instantly because her voice is soothing. She's the first to debut solo. From the above video, the voice is hers but not the girl. Because SunHwa replace her in the performance, she is often confuse with SunHwa. I hope with her solo debut people would pay more attention to her.



The Blue freaking hair! Gaah. I wanted HyoSung to have that hair..now Song Ji Eun stole her silly haircolor...huhu but she looked great. The horror : It's real hair.

HyoSung

G.na, After School Uee, Wonder Girls YooBin...What is the relation of HyoSung with them? All of them used to be in a group called Five Girls but disbanded before debuting due to financial difficulties.



Before debut too, she along with Sunhwa collaborate with Untouchable for My Boo



My favorite song off from Untouchable Oh Mini Album.

Zinger

If I have to choose my favorite idol rapper, it would be Miryo of Brown Eyed Girls..but Zinger come close in second. The following video (with cameos from the other girls) proves her smooth rap to 50 Cent Candy Shop.

Must Watch Video : Lee Hyun you are the best of my life

This video is very cute..and if you're a movie buff, I'm sure you are reminded of "Shallow Hal" a movie starred by Gwyneth Paltrow and Jack Black. I'm not entirely sure the relation of every cast but the guy (who probably is the boss) is portrayed by Bang Shi Hyuk which is the composer of the song. The guy who got scolded is Baek Chan, who is Lee Hyun's group member in 8eight. The fake grandma is portrayed by 2AM's ChangMin who is Lee Hyun good friend because they collaborate last year as Homme. I guess Changmin brought Jung Juri the comedienne along, since they knew each other from Star Golden Bell, my favorite show ever! The Bagel (Baby + Glamorous) girl, JiHyun of 4Minute...probably Lee Hyun's ideal girl??? ehehe.

And I quote...(haha, dad's favorite quote from WWE)

"This song is truly ‘ The Greatest of Mine ‘. How can anyone make such a amazing song? I can’t say anything poor about it." - Bang Shi Hyuk

Yeah, I can't agree more Bang Shi Hyuk, 최고의!

Drama Trivia : Dream High

Looking at my statistic, my all time most viewed post is You're Beautiful Cast Trivia. I love drama and trivia, go figure. :D So to start off, I choose Dream High because it's my thing..idol drama.

Go Hye Mi acted by SuZy

Suzy is the youngest member of Miss A (also the youngest of the main cast), the group that gives us hits like "Bad Girl Good Girl" and "Breathe" last year. In one scene in Dream High where she sleeps with his on-screen sister, she was really sleeping and woke up the morning after. This story was told on Happy Together Season 3. She received harsh criticism on her acting on the early episode.

Song Sam Dong acted by Kim Soo Hyun

The only non idol/singer in the main cast. While filming for this show, his birthday falls on the same day and the rest of the cast throw him a birthday party. He was offered to be a singer but he declined and choose to focus on acting. He was an MC for a music chart show on a cable channel along side with Kara SeungYeon.

Hyeon Si Hyuk/JinGook acted by TaecYeon (left), Jason acted by Woo Young

2 members of 2PM acted on this drama, Taecyeon had early experience with from another KBS Drama "Cinderella Stepsister" and it's WooYoung first time acting. The similarity WooYoung and his character is they both win first place on their auditions. In this drama, WooYoung had to speak English because his character is from US but TaecYeon who speaks good English didn't.

Yoon Baek Hee acted by EunJung

Similarly to Taecyeon, EunJung has her experience in acting on "Coffee House". She's in the group T-Ara, which she was once a leader before it was change to Boram. Her position in T-ara is rapper but she doesn't rap much in this drama. She often take selca (Self Camera) on sets and post it on her Twitter account.

Kim Pil Suk acted by IU

Dubbed as the "National Little Sister". IU has her first time acting in this drama. She initially thought that her character won't have much screen time but her character is lovable along side with WooYoung. In the scene where she looks for songs to sing at the Japan wedding reception, she took a book which is her real life songs. Additionally the scene at the hospital, her Mickey mouse hairband sold out after the episode premiered.

More Trivia~!

The building of the school will be used as a museum (?) after filming and will be open for the public. The drama is co-produced by Park Jin Young (who portrayed Yang Jin Man) and Bae Yong Jun (who portrayed Jung Ha Myung) which is why actors and cameos are from their respective company. Furthermore Park Jin Young also produced the singles of the Drama OST. So yeah, guess who cash in more money?

New Beginning

Hi I'm HallyuSurfer.

LOL

Okay..we always start with an introduction so I'm just following the flow of life. Basically
I'm loss and mess about how my blog should go about. Blog should be enjoyable but I see it as a task because I want public to like my blog. Anyway, here's what is new on my blog.

NEW SPECIAL POST

1. Album Review (I did two already)
2. Top 5 songs of the month
3. Drama Trivia
4. Must Watch Video

I'll be keeping Idol Analysis and Random Talk ONLY. So MPV Review is replace by Album Review and (YEAR) in 31 days is also gone along with Drama Discuss is obviously changed with Drama Trivia.

Now, I have to edit my "Blog Guide" page and write some posts...
which may not happen as soon as you think. I'm lazy yo.

Random Talk : Blog Direction

I wanted my blog to be taken seriously however it's hard because I like to add unnecessary personal comment into everything. I want to do more reviews but there's so many songs that I'm afraid I couldn't cover before the next single comes out. I don't like leaving out anyone so it's a dilemma.

With the inconsistent existent of the internet connection. It's hard to blog because it seems like every time when inspiration comes, I don't have internet connection. Delayed writing end up feeling like stale bread. Sorry to say, it occurred to me that I should stop blogging altogether. It's not the first time I made this decision, but I'm not leaving this blog yet because I know I always make rush decision when it comes to blogging.

Will this be the end or not, I leave it up to Kpop idols. Will they slow things down a little or do I end up drifting away from it. Kpop magic seems to fade, I'm happy for their achievements overseas but creative department has become so rush I can't seem to fully enjoyed it.

Here's a question for you. "Will you miss this blog?"

Album Review : One Way's Rainy Days

I had so many in my mind that I simply can't make up my mind of what should I write next. I wanted to do Homin's new album but well, I'm not inspired to do so. I've been listening to One Way's Rainy Days album for about two weeks and heck, why not?!

01 The Forecast (feat One Sound Choir)



As the introduction song for the album, this is very impressive and best describe of what to expect of the rest of the album. I love the beautifully compose instrumental in the background against the smooth raps. One Sound Choir adds in more drama to the song with impressive tone that sound like a rainstorm. I usually skip introduction song but this is high quality music.


02 Rainy Days (feat Junsu of 2PM)



Junsu had a similar tone voice with One Way's vocalist (I'm sorry that I failed to memorize their name yet but I will) but after countless replay of this song in other 2 version, I can tell them apart. JunSu doesn't play a huge role in this song but it's interesting anyway to hear his ad-libs on this song. It gives more depth on the song.

03 New Drag



I love the hilarious intro and ending! I kinda understand what they were talking in the beginning. "Hajima" part was funny, it mean's "don't do it". I love the playfulness with the song and I'm imagining what's going on with the studio.

04 Bba Jyeo



"Bba Jyeo" according to Google Translate is "Out". It has the addicting feel and I randomly hum it everyday! What I love about One Way's music is each part sounds excellent and the guitar solo at the end was awesome!

05 Forever (Chance's Solo)



A light-hearted music, I love it was place in the middle of the hip hop album to give listener a break to listen a beautiful acoustic rhythm. This song shows One Way's versatility in music. A relaxing music to sooth your soul.

06 Flight 101 (feat As One)



I'm actually surprise on how much I love this single. It's not the regular song I always love, it's like 180 degree transformation from the usual beats/rhythm/music I always liked. I love the quirky Captain Pilot imitation in the beginning, As One vocal is so soothing that it contrast well in this song. This song is upbeat and gets me grooving to the song.

07 Can't Stop



Probably my least favorite because compare on what I've heard earlier tracks, this sound a little boring. Nevertheless, I still enjoy listening to it occasionally before moving on to replay Flight 101.

08 Coffee (feat J.ae)



I always skip this song. I don't like the intro and it's about coffee(?) which I'm not fond of. I can't reviewed this because I can make myself to listen to this.

09 Rainy Days (Acoustic/Unplugged English Version)



This is the first single I listen and right away I got to listen to the whole album! I love the strip down Rainy Days and it's in ENGLISH! I do love Korean but sometime it makes no sense for me to sing Korean..This song I can proudly sing anytime without anyone turning their heads! This song definitely gave a great impact on me wanting to purchase this album.

10 A Thousand Words



Another English track, at first I wasn't really loving the song because it sound so sad and I'm already feeling down. I was so wrong, I LOVED IT! The lyrics is too beautiful to describe, I just like how it feels like he's speaking with someone. The harmonization was on the spot. Dang, I feel the emotion on the part "I love you, you know I love you right? Can you hear me? Are you There? ..." I answered all the question while listening to this song. LOL

11 Coffee (Trumpet Version)
12 Forever (Harmonica Version
13 A Thousand Version (Harmonica Version)
14 Rainy Days (Radio Edit Version)

The rest is the instrumental which are the least played. It's a nice touch on the album but I prefer the original version.

Would I purchase this album? Definitely. I haven't listen to much album this year but this for me is the best. I wished they appeared more on TV in the future.

Contract Scandal

In case you haven't read about it, 4 members of Kara (SeungYeon, JiYoung, Nicole, Hara) has terminate the contract with DSP. For me, it was shocking because I never see this coming. As an experienced fan, this time I choose not to be emotional about it.

After DBSK and SuJu, I don't care anymore about which sides are telling the truth. I guess there's truth in all their statements but it's very contradicting and it's confusing of which side to choose. I still keep update with the issue as it's interesting how the deal when through but I'm not going to say I wish Kara win or whatever..

Just an opinion, it's way too early for Kara to be in this battle. They're young and it's the best time to solidify their position in the industry. This battle isn't a day or two, it can take a long time and it's going to be draggy. Kara shouldn't have this legal issue going on at the time like this when every opportunity is precious. The contract is not simple with only Kara and the company involve, it's includes outside party as well.

Kara parents should have learn from JYJ that it's not easy. JYJ has slightly more advantage because of their solid fanbase. JYJ had to debut on US because they had complication with Korean AND Japanese contract.

DSP is definitely not going to let go off Kara that easily. Kara is their biggest stars and I expect a long tiring battle ahead. Good Luck to both of them.

Album Review : JYJ The Beginning

A new special post! I'm not really good at reviewing but I just want to some part as a fan to promote album sales. For album review, I will keep it simple and direct without being biased. It's going to be tough so let's see how I faired as a reviewer!

01 Intro



After "Peace and Harmony" there wasn't any lyrics and just rhythm. An intro should prepare you to know what's there to offer and based to that definition...it seem mysterious. I don't know how involve were the member in creating less than a minute intro. I'm not convince that the "Peace and Harmony" was the member voice at all.

02 Ayy Girl (feat Kanye West and Malik Yusef)



The intro made by Malik Yusef was weird "tattooed your name..." I was picturing Jae's tattoo. I like the 1 minute long intro made by the guest Malik Yusef and Kanye West but I prefer it be shorter. I'm immune with Engrish, so I wasn't looking for that. As much I love Micky YooChun, the part where he sang "So cold in the rain Gave my heart in vain" made me cringe. Stop doing that Chunnie! I think Jae did the best in this song. The way he sing is just perfect for this song.

03 Empty



I think this one is my favorite. The composition made perfect for their voices, Junsu sound a little out of place for "Ayy Girl" but he sound good in this. I hate auto-tune but I don't to seem to mind in this song. The part "Let it go" was so spell-blinding and addicting. Overall I like this song a lot.

04 Be My Girl



Yawnn..This song isn't bad just a little boring. The song is nice and has a good feel however it's flat in the emotion part. You want a girl to be yours so you should have some passion in this but it felt like they're just singing it prettily without adding their little touch. I think this song would sound better live. I want the song to feel like they really want the girl, not like feeling emo because they can't have the girl.

05 Still in Love



It started great with the rain sound effect, the almost traditional rhythm and then when Jae part came, still fine but then Jae sing almost murmuring, it was just deepening my spirit because the rhythm was so theatrical but I can't understand what were Jae's singing. I don't think I'll listen this again.

06 I Can Soar



I want this song to be rerecorded. This song, I can understand what Junsu's singing however the vocal should be louder. I was right, as soon I listen the song..I knew there would be back up vocals but it's not strong enough. It's an uplifting song so the vocal should be louder, it could be started with low notes but it has to be gradually louder so you can really soar!

07 I love you (feat Flowsik)


Is it possible to cringe while I like this song. Some parts it was just too much "greasy"! Flowsik's part was awesome, it made the song felt rich with his awesome voice. Take out the excessive "grease", YooChun sounds so sexy and sensual. I love the intro a lot, the rain backdrop with the girl talking. Nice!

08 Be The One



As the end of the album, it's not the best ending. It's kind of forgettable rhythm that doesn't caught my attention. It did leave me a good impression of what to expect on their next album and I hope it will be better.

My overall opinion is that as a fan, I would put this on my list to buy but it's not like on Top 5 must buy. It's a good album but not impressive enough for me to spend my money on. The best song for me is "Empty" and worst is "Still in Love". I'm actually very disappointed with "Still In Love" because it's a great composition but the way Jae sang was simply terrible.

Piggy Dolls Trend

It was surprising that Piggy Dolls was on Twitter Trending after their debut on Music Bank but I guess it's because of the title "Trend" ehehe. I watched their performance live and tweeted right away saying "Piggy Dolls have to be the worst name ever to name a group". It's no brainier that it was a group of overweight member. Buuuttt HAM was skinny! I felt like the name "Piggy Dolls" is an insult..



With the title "Trend", they should toss out those ugly black outfit away! What's with the black sunglasses? Yes, black is slimming but this is black outfit done wrong. This group can still be improve without going to the ballad direction. I dislike the fact that overweight singer always meant they have great vocals which is true but they need song that fits them.

Do I like them? Not much, it's rather pity the way they are marketed. A music style that they could use is similar to Davichi. Davichi music is a ballad with a touch of pop. Piggy Dolls shouldn't be marketed as the next Big Mama.

MPV Review : Secret Shy Boy

Yes, I know I'm really behind in reviewing and I shall be on track because I'm on a holiday for 5 months! ahaha..but I'm trying to keep myself busy soon so this isn't a promise okay? I choose to do this review because I know Secret had a hard time doing this song but I think they pulled it of well. I got to applaud at their determination!

Music


After the do bop do bop part of the intro.. I hate the high pitch part. If it wasn't Secret, I probably stop playing. Thank goodness it was short and Ji Eun voice comes in. Just from the vocals alone I can't tell who's who.. which is why I don't like high pitch voices. I'm glad they didn't use auto-tune for this. I totally didn't expect a rap part but it was nicely done without being awkward in such a lovely bright song.

Level of Likeness : 8/10

Performance


Without looking at the video, I could know who sings. I prefer this a lot more than the recorded version. I don't like the intro much but the guy part was a nice touch to it. I enjoyed this performance thanks to the loud fan-chants! OMG, all the fanboy was awesome! I wished I was there. The choreography is fun and bright, love it!

Level of Likeness : 10/10

Video



Perfect for their theme, the colors were beautiful and lovely. It's a vast difference from the previous single, it good to see variety from them. I wished the storyline was stronger because it seems like it emphasize more on disliking bad boys rather than chasing for shy boy. I want a shy boy to be the main character. The dresses in this video is pretty and lively so this concept is really great for this song.

Level of Likeness : 8/10

Overall success : A

Credits to : TS Entertainment
Reviewed By : HallyuSurfer