Son Dambi Won her first-ever K-Chart at KBS Musicbank!

Son Dam Bi, a 25-year-old South Korean singer who debuted in 2007 with her first single "Cry Eye". This song has started to gain her exposure to the audience. After that, she has been training in the United States and also released a mini album with her title single "Bad Boy" in Korea.

In september 2008, she make a comeback with her single "Crazy" which become a crazed in korea. Her husky voice and powerful dancing appeals to many korean public. However, the song has never won her top spot in k-chart on any music shows.

In March 2009, Son Dam Bi released a new mini album called Type B - Back To The 80's. She make a comeback stage on Mnet M! Countdown on 26 March 2009 with her title song "Saturday Night" as well as "Snow is Falling". Just 2 weeks time, the song has eventually won her the first ever K-chart on KBS2TV Musicbank on 10 April 2009. She was absolutely overwhelmed by the results as it come as a surprise to her. Her emotion was uncontrollable and thus unable to convey her feeling properly.

Since then, the song "Saturday Night" has taken consecutive top spot in several television music program and her every performance was totally stunning.

The song has marked her singing career to a higher level of stardom. Somehow, she has given me an enlightment. "No matter what you do, try your 100% best". I believe that one day, our efforts will be paid off.

Her incredible performance by Son Dam Bi.

KBS Drama - Kgotboda Namja

Kgotboda Namja was the korean version of Japanese Manga "Hana yori Dango". Till now, I have watch both Taiwan and Japanese Version and was anticipated to watch the korean version as well. After watching the 2nd episode, I found the drama quite interesting and it is undeniable that all the main leads look dashing and gorgeous.

Storyline:
Jan Di is an average girl whose family owns a dry cleaning store located near the luxurious and well-known Shin Hwa College. One day, she was transferred to the school and encounters with the four rich and quirky boys which later experiences love and friendship between them.

Let me introduce the main characters to you.

Goo Hye Sun / Geum Jandi


Lee Min Ho / Goo Joon Pyo


Kim Hyun Joong / Yoon Ji Hoo


Kim Bum / So Yi Jung


Kim Joon / Song Woo Bin


Ahn Suk Hwan as Jandi’s dad / Geum Il Bong


Im Yeh Jin as Jandi’s mom / Na Gong Joo


Park Ji Bin as Jandi’s brother / Geum Kang San


Han Chae Young as Yoon Ji Hoo’s first love / Min Seo Hyun


Kim Hyun Joo as Goo Joon Pyo’s sister / Goo Joon Hee


Kim So Eun as Jandi’s bosom pal / Choo Ga Eul


Enclosed is the trailer for KBS Drama "Kgotboda Namja (Boys Over Flower)


 

T.O.P kissing Lee Hyori (At MKMF Awards Performance)

This was a surprise to all the audiences during the performance between Big Bang and Lee Hyori.
 

Let us view the video.
 

 

2008 MKMF Awards

The 2008 Mnet Korean Music Festival (MKMF) took place at Seoul’s Jamsil Stadium. The award ceremony was filled with surprises and touching moments.

This year was meant to be dominated by idol groups with Big Bang, Wonder Girls and Dong Bang Shin Ki winning the 3 big awards (Song of The Year, Artist of The Year, Album of The Year).

Not only that, a performance by the wonder girls and 2PM was fascinating as well as a kiss between TOP and Hyori Lee which was the highlight of the ceremony.


MKMF Awards Winners

Female Newcomer Award - Davichi
Male Newcomer Award - Shinee

Best Ballad and R&B - Brown Eyes

Auction Style Award - Dong Bang Shin Ki
Auction Netizen Popularity Award - Dong Bang Shin Ki
Overseas Viewers Award - Dong Bang Shin Ki

OST Award - Kim Jong Wook and SG Wannabe(East of Eden OST)
MKMF Special Award - Shin Seung Hoon

House and Electronic music - Jewelry
Hip Hop music award - Epik High
Rock Music Award - Nell

Best Female Singer - Lee Hyori
Dance Music Award - Lee Hyori

MKMF 10 Anniversary Commemorative Award - Group H.O.T (Received by Moon Hee Jun)

Best Female Group - Wonder Girls
Best Male Group - Big Bang
 
Song of the Year - Wonder Girls ( Nobody)
 
Artist of the Year -Big Bang
 
Album Of The Year - Dong Bang Shin Ki
 

Chae Dong Ha (Forever SG Wannabe member)

I was quite upset when Chae Dong Ha has decided to leave SG Wannabe to pursue his individual career. I read in some forums which people comments on his decision to leave SG Wannabe. Some show their continuous support but some have said him as a selfish person who only thinks of himself. Whatever it is, I would always support him even though he is not part of SG Wannabe anymore.

On 24 Apr, SG Wannabe has released their 5th album titled "My Friend". In this album, you will get to hear the new member, Lee Suk Hoon voice. His voices is good and stands out only when he sings alone. As in some of the tracks when the threesome sings together, I can only hear Lee Seok Hoon voice and a bit of Jin Ho. Yong Jun voice was completely lost amidst the other vocals. There is somehow a lack of harmony in between them and this will need time to reach the standard as they used to be.

I still prefer the original SG Wannabe as all the members’ voices blended in spectacularly. SG wannabe is well-known of their powerful heart-moving vocals. In their previous songs, Dongha, Yong Jun and Jin Ho have displayed emotion in their singing styles which we can hear and feel it. Now, with the new member, we are losing that feel. On April 27, in SBS Inkigayo, Chae Dong Ha cried during SG Wanna Be’s performance of its new song “Bogoshipda” which marked his last stage with the group’s 2 other members, Kim Yong Jun and Kim Jin Ho. So Sad...





After listening to SG wannabe's 5th album, I am a bit disappointed as I feel Dongha can do so much better than Lee Seok Hoon. This album is only fairly-good compared to their previous works. "Bogoshipda", the 4th track of this album was the last works Dongha participated as part of SG Wannabe. This song was remade with Seok Hoon, and Dong Ha only gets to sing one of the last lines in the song. I listen to the original version and the remake version, I am sad that the original version sounds absolutely beautiful.

Although, the brother figure Chae Dong Ha has left the group, I believe his friendship with Yong Jun and Jin Ho will stay on forever :)

Lastly, I wish Dongha all the best in his future endeavours and will continue to support him. As for SG Wannabe, I will continue to support them especially Yong Jun and Jin Ho :)
 

SG Wannabe Special

Enclosed was SG Wannabe previous performance. Enjoy:)



 

(This is the Jap Version of "Bogoshipda").

 

Dongha and Yong Jun really cute. Haha...
 

New Singers to Watch for in 2008

Recently, there are many prominent new singers debuted in Korean music industry. These new singers will be the centre of attraction this year after Wonder Girls, Big Bang and Girls' Generation who have dominated the pop charts last year.

Let me specifically tell you the background of these new singers.



JOO - Young Woman 1st Single
Release Date: Jan.18 2008
Record Label: JYP Entertainment
Genre: Ballad

Through a SBS talent show in 2006, Joo was discovered by Park Jin Young, the manager of JYP Entertainment. After three-years of training, this 16-year-old singer debuted with her first single album "Young Woman" on Jan, 18. Her title song, Namja Ddehmooneh ("Because of a Man") was written and composed by Park Jin Young which topped the fourth place in 2 weeks.

However, Joo was soon targeted by the so-called “anti-fans,” who blasted her not so exemplary past showing her playing pool, wearing skimpy clothes, and even drinking and smoking with her friends during her middle school years. Apparently, her looks changed drastically from her present, strongly suggesting that she had plastic surgery.

Joo’s management company immediately went into damage control, explaining that she was too young and curious to know any better at that age and she has never touched alcohol or cigarettes once she started training with the JYP Entertainment. Because of these pictures, Netizens are now torn between supporting and criticizing the new singer.



DAVICHI - Aramanth
Release Date: Jan.31 2008
Record Label: Mnet Media
Genre: Ballad

Davichi was a R&B female duo consists of member, Lee Hae Ri (23) and Gang Min Kyung (18). Their debut album "Aramanth" was released on Jan, 31 which topped the fourth place in M-net Pop charts. With Lee Hae Ri silvery vocals and Gang Min Kyung huskiness vocals, and the line-up of top composers like Park Geun Tae, Jo Young Soo, Kim Do Hoon, and Park Hae Woon, this remarkable album will make a great success in the K-pop industry.

Not only that, the title song for this album Miwuhdo Saranghanikka ("Love You Even Though I Hate You") was well-received by the listeners. The music video of this song starring Lee Mi Yeon and Lee Hyo Lee whose provocative image transformation shocked many K-pop fans. Top-rated MV director Cha Eun Tek took the inspiration from the Hollywood movie Thelma And Louise to reel out a road movie that complements the ballad written by Ryu Jae Hyun of Vibe.



KIM DONG WOOK - Vol.1
Release Date: Apr.08
Record Label: Ponycanyon
Genre: Ballad

Kim Dong Wook is a South Korean actor. His latest role, Wang Sam Baek is for the KBS2 romance drama "Unstoppable Marriage" which is currently airing. His other role, Jin Ha Rim was for the MBC romantic comedy, "The 1st Shop of Coffee Prince" which was one one of Korea's most watched dramas of 2007.



PETER - Show Man Vol.1
Release Date: Feb.01
Record Label: Pan Entertainment
Genre: Hip Hop/R&B/POP/Jazz/Latin/Gospel

A 22-year-old korean newcomer, Peter Hyun was raised in Sydney, Australia. He started singing and dancing at the age of 8. From tap, jazz, modern dance to ballet and hip-hop, there was not a single dance category he has yet to master. He was the first person in history to hold the top trophy for five consecutive years at the Australian Dance Championship. Peter has distinguished himself as a eminent dancer.

His self-produced debut album titled " Showman" was released on Feb.01 which marked his talents in composing 7 songs in this album. Not only that, notable producer like Park Sun Joo, Lee Hyun Wook also participated in this album. This would be a breakthrough success for him.

Below is Peter's Live Performance at Musiccore on Feb.02 with his cover song "Showman". Enjoyed :)

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Artist of The Month - Kim Jong Wook

The artist for the month of May 2008 is Kim Jong Wook. Who is he?

He's a new singer whose clear and expressive singing left a great impression to me while watching his live performances at the SBS Inkigayo (a Korean music showcase). He's under
Doremi Media Co. Ltd, a music company who has popular artists like Park Hyo Shin and Park Hwayobi.

His debut album "For A Long Time" was released on 28 Feb 2008 and the cover song Gananhan saram ("A Poor Person") topped the Korean pop charts without doing any album promotion.

His soft and touching ballad "Poor Love" have rose to the No. 3 spot on the music charts, while the principal track for this album "Na Ppeun Namja" have shown great success as well.

Talented musicians from different countries was brought together for 3 years to make this album. Thus, you can imagine the quality of this album. With 12 new songs, Kim Jong Wook Vol. 1 marks a great beginning for the young artiste.

Now unveiling his identity, Kim wants fans to know that beneath this innocent, sweet facade lies four years of struggle due to his parents' opposition to his singing career and numerous problem involving his current management company. For a long time, top-rated producer Cho Young Soo collaborates with other talents like Min Myeong Ki and Kim Do Hoon, leaning more towards natural, acoustic sounds over thick instrumental sessions.

Kim Jong Wook Profile:
Name: Kim Jong Wook
DOB: 1st Feb, 1982
Blood Type: AB
Stats: 176cm, 62kg
Educational level: Geon Guk High School University (Industrial Engineering)4th Grade
Music he likes: Jazz, Trangy Music

Below is his live performance at Musicbank. Enjoyed :)