[NEWS] Big Bang, 2NE1, Se7en, YG "Hot Summer"

Big Bang and 2NE1, even Se7en and Gummy. YG Family is heating up the music world within Korea this summer. If it is in the direct expression of Hyun Seok Yang, it is finally ‘all YG called out to mobilize.”

YG family has not release any new album ever since the release of mini album of girl group 2NE1 in July of last year. One of the biggest entertainment companies with the most popular idols such as Big Bang and 2ne1 and top solo artists such as Se7en and Gummy has taken a break for 1 year. Why?

The reason is simple. CEO Yang says “it is important to compete with proper contents for singers. YG members had sufficient time and made new songs and practiced. The reason why there was not a proper hit song in the first half of this year in Korean music market is because there were no contents enough to attract the fans.” He revealed “YG singers are coming back in order.”

Recently besides Teddy, Perry, and other main producers of YG, American super star artist are working on music for the YG signers staying over longtime in the newly built state of the art private company building. He said “they are huge stars that before they would not come even when we invite them with a lot of money,” and “they were amazed when they saw Big Bang or 2NE1. They praised them saying they are ready to debut in American market.”

Their targeting method is to sprint after the signal. The first to start off is Tae Yang of Big Bang. He will be meeting the fans with his new solo full album release on July 1st.

YG has announced Tae Yang’s solo debut through the homepage, introduced the “Album to contain the meaning from the heart of the 13-year-old himself who and to present of the music that he wanted to pursue for the past 10 years.”

Next is Se7en. Due to targeting the American market, his break was long, but he is coming with a new album first time in 3 years. He will release his album in late July, prepared to show the aspect of a top solo artist.
The fans of Se7en who have been tired out by the long wait are excited in welcoming mode saying “There is no other pleasant news like the comeback of Se7en.”

Also, Gummy will hold a solo concert in 4 years on both July 24th and 25th, and will be performing ‘Because you are man’, ‘Because of you’ and other new songs, and existing hit songs, presenting a touching stage.



Comeback of 2NE1 will continue soon as well. In the music market, where it is saturated with the girl groups with all similar style, activity resumption of 2NE1, with individuality and skills, will have a strong destructive power to stimulate the fan’s hearts. They have already praised high of from the Japanese media and the audience when they stood up on stage as a guest on Big Bang’s concerts; they are very close to entering the world market.

The interests of the music industry are whether the appearances of YG Family in July will recover the vitality of Korean music market that has melted due to the heat of World Cup.

Source: OSEN
Translated by & Credit: rim21c@21BANGS.com
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!' ME2DAY ' Updates ft. MBLAQ/2NE1/SHU-I + 06/24/10 from Dara MBLAQ Seung Ho

Original message:
주말 잘 보내셨나요?! 오늘의 힌트!! 17. 그녀는, 현재 일일드라마 <바람불어 좋은 날>에 출연중이다. 입니다!! 남은시간 평안한 밤 되세요~~~~~~~~~ㅎㅎ

In English:
Did you have a good weekend? Today’s hint!! 17. Current daily drama is airing. Have a peaceful night~~~~~~~~~ㅎㅎ

2NE1 Dara

Original message:
우량아 씨엘과 사는 물건들이 많아지자 무거워서 힘들어하는 다라!!!(지금 카트에 타있는 아이는 어린이가 맞습니다! 다만 우량아일뿐입니다^^)

In English:
Big kid CL in the cart with all the things needed for the party means that it’s getting heavier!!!(The person in the cart is a big kid for sure! Such a kid^^)

Original message:
내일 신사옥에서 있을 퉤니원 첫돌 파티를위해 마트에서 다정히 장을보는 씨엘과 다라!

In English:
Dara and CL out shopping for 2NE1’s birthday party to be held at the new building tomorrow night!

Original message:
집에왔는데 둘째동생이 만들어준 내가 좋아하는 갈릭 올리브 파스타! 맛잇어요! 울 막뚱이도 같이 먹었음좋았을텐데ㅠ먹다보니 티비에 나오길래 보면서 우리끼리먹엇어요ㅋ막뚱~ 홧팅!^.^

In English:
Although we just came back to the house, I made some garlic olive pasta! Delicious! Makdoongee and I tried eating it togetherㅠ Came out to watch the TV while eatingㅋ Makdoongee~ fighting!^.^

SHU-I

Original message:
브이브이ㅋㅋ일본어 너무 어렵지만 .. 그래도 열심히 하고있어요ㅠ우리집에서 30분?걸으면 나오는 공원 ㅋㅋㅋ관광장소라 그런지 사람 엄청많아용 ^^

In English:
V Vㅋㅋ Although Japanese is too difficult .. I’m working hardㅠ At home in 30 minutes? Came out to walk in the park ㅋㅋㅋ We’re doing a lot of sightseeing and seeing lots of people ^^

Original message:
아 비가 자주 오는군요 ㅠㅠ 아극극… 일본어가 제일 문제지만 열심히하려구함 글구 이사진은 어제 일본회사분들이랑 공원 다녀왔어요 ㅎㅎㅎ

In English:
Ah, it rains pretty frequently right now ㅠㅠ *sniff*… Although Japanese is the biggest problem, we work hard and came with the directors to the park for a meeting ㅎㅎㅎ

2NE1 Minji
 

Original message:
영화로두봤는데연극으로봐도좋은~꼭엄마랑함께가세요~^^

In English:
Although I went to see a movie, watching a play was good too~ Went with my mum~^^

May 24 2010
2NE1 Dara

Original Message:
물건이 많아지자 갑자기 다리에 쥐가나고 숨이막힌다며 기절한 씨엘! 깜놀한 다라! 씨엘을 깨우고있다ㅋㅋㅋ

In English:
As the stuff piled up, CL suddenly said her leg was cramping up and that she's suffocating, and then fainted! Shocked Dara! Waking CL up ke ke ke 

S: aa-chan + ygladies

!2NE1 TV Season 2 in the works?

Last year, many fans of the girl group 2NE1 got a chance to get up close and personal through 2NE1 TV. Now, thanks to the group’s very own Sandara Park, season 2 of the show just might be heading towards a computer near you!

Via her me2DAY account, Sandara uploaded the three photos below. There was no mention of 2NE1TV but in two of the images, one can see a Sony handycam attached to the front of the shopping cart that leader CL is riding in.

When the group made their debut last year, we got to get to know each member better through the show as it took us into the life that is 2NE1. Fans were able to get a better look into their professional career but also their life outside of it.

Though there has not been an official confirmation, it seems most likely that the whole thing is a part of 2NE1TV’s 2nd upcoming season.












source: allkpop

![VID] 2NE1 celebrates 1st aniversary

Yes, do you remember? 2NE1 made their debut last year on this date,  17th May. It has been a year since then! To celebrate their first aniversary, YG Entertainment has uploaded a special film and interview on 2NE1's site!

Here is the special film:

And this is the interview!

I really like and support 2NE1, I would like to wish them a very happy first aniversary. XD Everyone, please continue to support or love them too!

If any of you are interested in their 1st Aniversary page on their website, it is: http://www.yg-2ne1.com/bday/

2-N-E-1~!

Cr: taijizero2@youtube

!Thunder, “My sister Sandara Park calls me by ‘baby’.”

MBLAQ Thunder reveals, “2NE1 member Sandara Park, my sister, calls me by ‘baby’.”
Thunder revealed it during the filming of Arirang TV The M Wave on 29th April. When asked if he received any encouragement from Sandara Park for his first MC attempt, “Noona and myself, we have 6 years in age difference. And yesterday (28th) I sent her a message saying that I’m going to do a show in English and I received a reply from her ‘Wow, baby as the MC’. So I replied ‘Yeah’. Sorry for saying such mushy things.”

MBLAQ member G.O also sent his encouragement to Thunder. G.O is currently the MC for Mnet M!Countdown. Thunder said, “Yesterday I was going through my script and he told me ‘Just do it comfortably at your own pace’.”

And about his first MC attempt, Thunder revealed, “Actually I find both English and Korean difficult. I’m someone who is not good with speaking. I will work hard to keep improving myself.”
f(x) member Krystal is also the MC to the show alongside Thunder.
The show is set to air on 2nd May.

S: SPN ll c:k bites

!2NE1 invited at MTV World Stage VMAJ 2010

“MTV WORLD STAGE VMAJ 2010” is an international scale music ceremony hosted by the world’s largest class of music & entertainment brand “MTV” at Japan. It is a music festival that happens once in  a year whereas the highest music video awards in different sections are decided by everyone’s vote.

2NE1 is included in the MTV World Stage VMAJ 2010 List of Attendees or Award Host. This event will be held on May 29, 2010 at Yoyogi National Gymnasium, Tokyo, Japan. The celebrity guests comprise of artists who are not only active in music industry but also in various circles. The guest appearance can be seen closely during the red carpet and presentation of an award.

Isn’t this great that 2NE1 are invited at such event when they haven’t formally debuted at Japan yet?

By the way, their brother Big Bang will also attend the event as nominees in 3 categories: Best New Artist Video, Best  Pop Video and GD for Best Collaboration Video with W-inds. All the best for Big Bang! =)

Source: http://www.mtvjapan.com/vmaj
Thanks to qazxc@soompi for the tip. Posted by Lyna@LetsPlay2NE1.

!Big Bang & 2NE1 for MTV WORLD STAGE VMAJ 2010

YG idol groups Big Bang & 2NE1 will be attending the MTV World Stage VMAJ '10 on May 29. Big Bang is included in the list of performers. 2NE1, on the other hand, was listed as guests/attendees. Will they also be presenting an award? Guess we just have to wait & find out.

List of performers ...
(BB on top left)

List of attendees/presenters...
(2NE1 on bottom right)




Also, Big Bang is nominated in 3 categories :
BEST NEW ARTISTE VIDEO
BEST POP VIDEO
& BEST COLLABORATION VIDEO (w-inds feat GD)

credit : thanks to qazxc @2NE1 soompi / 으흥 @2ne1 dcgallery
original source : mtvjapan.com

![Pictures] New official promotional photos of 2NE1 for Bean Pole!

2NE1 released another new set of photos for Bean Pole jeans.

The girls are being kept busy these days with those endorsement activites,hope that they can make their comeback soon on K pop scene!Photos credits to Letsplay2NE1!

Credit:dkpopnews.net

!Big Bang with Lollipop Girls [PHOTOS]

One more under the cut.



Credit: DCDS + http://blog.naver.com/idharu1 via BBCN

!2NE1 becomes cosmetic models?

2NE1 is a girl group that has always filled the stage with their charisma, but what would they look like if they become cosmetics models?

Last year, the groups successfully launched their consecutive hits, “Fire” and “I Don’t Care,” making the new group instant super stars. And now, 2NE1 would be the advocates to a new cosmetics ad.

On the 15th, SBS TV “One Night TV Entertainment” would broadcast the filming of 2NE1’s cosmetic ad. During the filming, the girls showed off a youthful and energetic charisma; a welcome sign to fans who don’t see what they are up to these days since it has been awhile since they last saw them on stage nowadays.

On the show, Sandara Park and Park Bom, who are in their late 20s, and then CL and Gong Minzy, who are still in their early years, would form teams doing the X-O game, that will reveal how they deal with stereotypes, their ideal man, and their inner thoughts about each group member.

The show would be broadcasted on April 15, at 11:05 PM.

Source: Nate News
Translated by kpophermes@KU

!2NE1 + 2PM for Anycall Corby Family Festival

On the 12th, Samsung representative, Choi Jisung stated that they will be holding the 'Anycall Corby Family Festival' at the Olympic fencing stadium on the 24th, with 2NE1 and 2PM, etc.

Much interest has been gathering for this event, as 2NE1 and 2PM will be performing their CM songs 'Try to Follow Me', and 'My Colour' etc. that have each scored high ranks on various online music charts. In addition, Son Dambi and Kim Taewoo will also be attending, and it is planned give guests a memorable experience.

There is a lot of hot demand to participate in the 'Anycall Corby Family Festival' and 3000 people have already requested to attend within just one week.

Samsung representatives stated "We have prepared the event well in hopes to thank the guests attending the festival for their unchanging love from last year to this year." "I hope that fans will continue to show love for Corby." Within 4 months of the release of the Corby phone, its widely-acclaimed hit model has already sold 500 000 devices.

Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20100412n06116
Translated by GEE @ ygladies.com
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!Fake Twitter account for Sandara Park’s sister Park Durami

A few months back, we reported that netizens have been taking interests in Park Durami, the younger sister of member Sandara Park from female idol group 2NE1.
However, K Bites have recently received an email from a friend of Durami that a fake Twitter account (id: durami101) has surfaced a few months back. Durami has been quite bothered by the poser as apparently the poser has been writing things which Durami herslf would not. What bothered Durami more is that there are 700 over followers to this account thinking that she is the real Durami.

Durami wrote on her minihompy and wished to have her privacy protected.

Families of celebrities should get the privacy they deserved.

s:k bites

!Dara’s nature photoshoot!

아까 운동을 끝내고 나오는데 날씨가 너무 따듯하고 좋았다ㅋ얼른 숙소로 돌아가 시원~해보이는옷을입고 꽃구경을하러 나갔다! 그런데..흠 막상 나와보니 꽂은어디에? 이거 배경만보면 완전 겨울이죠?ㅋ그리구 사실…좀 추워요ㅠㅠ흑흑흑 앗 추워!!!

A little while ago I came out after exercising and the weather was really warm and niceㅋ Was quickly heading back to the apartment at first~ to do some flower viewing, so I put on some visible clothes and went out! But..hmm, strolling along and I thought, is it still Winter?ㅋ It’s true…it’s a little coldㅠㅠ*sniffsniffsniff* Ah, cold!!!

결국 돌아다니다가 꽃을 찾긴했어요!ㅋ꽂향기도 맡아보고 ~ ㅋㅋㅋㅋ오늘 나의 나들이를 위해 머리 깜찍하게 땋아주신 불법시술 채린쌤께 감사드려용~^.^ 쌤최고!ㅋㅋㅋ

I finally walked around and searched for some flowers!ㅋ Reporting on the flower fragrances ~ ㅋㅋㅋㅋCL teacher braided my hair for today’s outing~^.^ Teacher is the best!ㅋㅋㅋ

thank aa-chan for translations

!Park Bom on an all-vegetable diet for weight control? Sandara Park, “Hamtori is eating now”

2NE1 Park Bom is on an all-vegetable diet for weight control?
Member Sandara Park posted a photo of Park Bom on her me2day on 9th April at 1.50pm, and in the photo, Park Bom was showing a tired expression while eating.

Sandara Park wrote, “Hamtori is eating now! Bom who is eating only vegetable… Just by looking at the expression, you know that she dislikes it right? Bom who wishes to eat sweet corn.”
Fans who saw the photo commented, “Looks like she really dislike eating vegetable. But still, she is pretty”, “Hamtori Bom is really cute”, “It feels sad to see her working hard to control her weight”, “I hope she don’t strain herself” etc.


S: TVDaily / c:k bites

![NEWS] 2NE1 to appear on SBS’s “One Night TV Entertainment”

2NE1 to appear on SBS’s “One Night TV Entertainment”
Girl group 2NE1 recently made an appearance on SBS’s “One Night TV Entertainment” and revealed some of their inner thoughts.
On the 6th according to SBS, “One Night” producers found the 2NE1 members while they were doing a makeup commercial. Compared to their always powerful and extreme stages overflowing with charisma, meeting the four girls at the photoshoot was completely different, and they had a lively and bright energy.

With their series of hits last year, including ‘Fire’ and ‘I Don’t Care’, in a brief moment, they went from being a rookie group to super stars. After their appearances at the end of the year awards, it has been rare to see them on stage.
The four members Sandara Park, Park Bom, CL, and Gong Minji participate in O.X talk, and they go from revealing their ideal types to their inner thoughts about each other.
You will be able to see 2NE1 who’s cool on stage and cute in real life on the coming 8th’s broadcast of “One Night”.
 
Source: http://www.asiae.co.kr/news/view.htm?idxno…040618174405553
Translated by GEE @ ygladies.com

!2ne1’s trainer shares a Dara collage!

걱정이다! 진짜 몸짱으로 변신하면???

I’m worried!, if a Momjjang turns into a real???

Bubble Translations:

1st bubble : Ready to Momjjang* with the Hwang Teacher!!! ^.^

2nd bubble : One hand push-ups until the day! fighting!

*Momjjang is a muscular young girl

 
Thanks to our great friend Mr. Kidong Han for the translations

![NEWS] Gong Minji ‘Ero Minji?’ Out of male idols ‘Ero Jokwon’

Gong Minji ‘Ero Minji?’ Out of male idols ‘Ero Jokwon’ (Interview)
What does girl group 2NE1’s maknae Gong Minji think of the nickname ‘Ero Minji’ fans gave her.
Recently Gong Minji has transformed as a boy for the project ‘2010 Big project girl group photoshoot as a guy.’ She looked like she came out of cartoon with the clothes she was wearing.
- It seems like you wear denim a lot. What’s the brand you like?
M: Yes i do wear it a lot. I don’t have a lot of confidence in my legs but i do wear shorts a lot and wear Bean Pole jeans.

- What’s your appearance when you go out?
M: I usually go out with a fresh face (no make-up). I also wear beanies a lot (- Dont you still get recognized?) haha i don’t get recognized.
- Where do you usually go for shopping?
M: Back then I usually went to Dongdaemun but nowadays i pick clothes in Apgujung. If there is a small vintage shop, i buy clothes from there and if there are pretty accessories i buy those too.
- Seeing as it’s all girls there must be selfishness within the group. Are there any fights over accessories?
M: We know what each other likes. CL and Dara unnies likes the street look, with a unique point. I like it to but i like more girly things too. A few days ago i saw a really pretty Alexander Wang one-piece dress. Nowadays one-piece dresses catches my eye.
- So that means we can see Gong Minji in a dress?
M: Maybe. Don’t know about on stage yet haha
- You like to wear skirts/drseses? Is it because there is a guy you like?
M: No way. It’s not like that. You know we have a 5 year ban on having boyfriends.
- What is the latest item you bought?
M: It’s not a dress but i bought a high waist skirt. It was feminine and had a volume feel. I think that’s why i’m ‘ero Minji’
- Nickname ‘Ero Minji’. Do you like it?
M: It can be a bit dangerous but yes i like it. It has a mature and sexy feel. (- When do you feel sexy?) M: When i have a shower hahaha
- Out of the male idols who else can have the ‘ero’ nickname?
M: I’ve been watching different programs a lot because we have been on break but i think 2AM Jo Kwon has a feminine side i think he is the sexy-ist. hahaha

Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20100404n07496
Translations: cookieMuncher @ ygsecret21.com

!2NE1’s Denim Fashion Tips!

What could fashionista’s, trendy girl group 2NE1 suggest as denim fashion tips?

Recently, 2NE1 conducted an interview with Money Today Star News about the 2010 Big Project Girl Group Crossdressing Photoshoot. Here, they said “Denim is an item that we enjoy regularly” revealing their admiration for denim. In addition, all four of them appeared in stylish denim looks that matched their individual personalities.
On this day, the stylist in charge, Lee Jinkyu-sshi stated “I did the styling for an overall denim look and I mix and matched (today) to create a look suitable for a retro atmosphere and Western feeling.” “Because this is a tomboyish photoshoot, rather than curviness, the prepared clothing tends to be more straight-cut.”

We were able to learn a couple of tips on how to coordinate clothes from 2NE1. First off, CL said “Denim can have boot cuts or tight fits, and differ in terms of length as well. No matter what though, when choosing jeans, you should first find the right fit, it’s important to examine and match your body type.”

In addition, she said “I wear a lot of Bean Pole Jeans. They fit nicely”.
Park Bom stated “I like styles that accentuate my legs.”, “If you’re going for a more feminine look, styles that are a bit simple are good. I often wear jeans that cover my hips, they have a pretty line.”
Sandara Park said “I match my jeans with pretty tank tops or belts. But I almost never wear accessories. I usually like wearing hats or shoes so I tend to always match them, but aren’t jeans pretty and give a very liberating feeling to them?”
Gong Minji said “I wear a lot of Bean Pole Jeans. If my jeans are simple, I like to wear something with a really exuberant print on top of it.” “As an example, a good method to stand out would be using dark coloured high heels or lace or denim look.”
Quote from previous article
“First off, 2NE1’s leader CL is wearing a white lace top from the D&G collection, as well as washed out crop pants as the foundation. Underneath the white lace top, she is wearing a black lace bra, emphasizing CL’s sexiness. To spice up the clothing, she is sporting a MISSONI belt, and finishes off with trendy brown and black gladiator shoes by GUESS.
Sandara Park bore the manliest appearance. Her strong look was made up of Stella McCartney denim shirt and denim pants, Burberry Prorsum brown belt and Eryn Brinie choker on her neck and a pointed headband. Her brown GUESS shoes finish the look, giving her a complete boy like image.
Park Bom who usually prefers to wear hot pants, had on a Mardi Judy denim jacket on top of her Issey Miyake beige top, accompanied by a belt giving her an edgy feeling. Her overexaggerated hairstyle makes her seem like a popstar.
Magnae Minji had on a white print sleeveless tee (Erin Watson by Han style) with a denim jacket (Golden goose by Han style) which was matched with a silk scarf. With this, ornamented with lace was a pair of Dolce & Gabbana denim pants giving off a sexy image. Her outfit is finished off with a pair of trendy black gladiator shoes (Steven Maiden).”
 
Translated by GEE @ ygladies.com
Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20100404n01968

!Big Bang and 2NE1 in Chinese Magazines [PHOTOS]

More under the cut.
























Source: Big Bang's Baidu Bar

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