Minho and Suzy snap a few adorable photos together

It’s been a while since netizens first buzzed over how good SHINee’s Minho and miss A’s Suzy looked together, but they’ve just been given another reason to revive the topic.

The two “Music Core” MCs recently took a few photos together outside of the MBC Dream Center, where they host the network’s popular music program.

The pair sported a variety of poses in their shots, so check ‘em out below!

Source : AllKpop

SHINee's Key and Infinite's Woohyun a Couple?

Have you been following this pairing lately? On the recent broadcast of Sukira Radio, Super Junior's Leeteuk and SHINee's Key talked about Key's relationship with Infinite's Woohyun.
On the middle of their conversation, Super Junior's Leeteuk decided to insert the topic of some Infinite members. On how he gave the numbers to SHINee's Key and asked on how's it going with them.

 

The full translated conversation goes like this:

Leeteuk: Do you remember me giving Woohyun & Sunggyu's numbers of Infinite to you? On Monday, I saw you texting Woohyun.
Key: Ah I see. For Sunggyu, it was his birthday recently and I just text him once in a while.
Leeteuk: Oh really?
Key: Yes, but with Woohyun, I feel like I found another me when I contacted him. This is a really good fate!
Leeteuk: I thought he was texting his girlfriend. He was brushing his teeth in the bathroom and kept texting instead, so I told him "Woohyun, can you text your girlfriend after you're done brushing your teeth?" Then he said to me, "Hyung, it's Key~"
Key: It's always like that. His members and our members always ask us what we are, but it's so fun talking with him.
Leeteuk: We hope that you officially announce the relationship between you two on Sukira.

Watch their full conversation here:

Source : GoKpop

SHINee's Key Learns Japanese By Watching Dramas

SHINee's Key nowadays surprised people with his good Japanese skills. He revealed that he learned a lot by watching Japanese dramas.

During the interview for the June issue of the magazine, ELLE Girl, Key surprised the interviewer with his good Japanese skills, although it's only been about a month since he seriously started learning the language for SHINee's Japanese debut.

"I've watched lots of Japanese dramas for a long while", he explained and added that he'd cried a lot watching Fuji TV's drama of 2005, '１リットルの涙 (1 Litre of Tears)'. 

Moreover, Key's also known for being a fan of Studio Ghibli productions. 

Source : GoKpop

SHINee sends out a video message to fans as they celebrate their third anniversary

25th of May marks SHINee’s third anniversary since debut and as they celebrated three years of numerous hits and dance trends, all five members of the group sends out a video message of thanks for their fans. Uploaded on SM Entertainment’s official Youtube channel, Shinee greets their fans and thanks them for their support since debut. More on, they have also updated their official homepage with words of gratitude for their fans.

 

Hello everyone~ We are SHINING SHINee! today is SHINee’s debut for 3 years anniversary ! Because of all SHAWOLS loving us, we have enjoy the 3 years together, sincerely thanks everyone. ^^

EDITORIAL: Fanboy & Fangirl Pick Best Kpop Songs for America

Fanboy (DareDB):

With so many artists tackling the Japanese market this year, other artists have tried or plan to make the bold step by breaking into the seemingly impenetrable American music industry. American mainstream music currently consists of upbeat, catchy pop and dance songs with a sprinkling of memorable slower-tempo songs.

BoA, Wonder Girls, JYJ, and Se7en have each released music here in America with the aspiration of being one of the first Asian artists to become a household name. On the other hand, Rain took a different approach by starring in the Hollywood movie "Ninja Assassin". 2NE1 is expected to make the leap this year under the wing of Black Eyed Peas producer and rapper will.i.am. This brings to me to today's topic of discussion: what songs do you think would make it big if they were released in America? Here's my list.

B2ST - "Thanks To" - This duet is great. The best one out of the 3 pairs. Yoseob and Junhyung are smooth (Junhyung says, "I'm fly like a G6!" It's almost like he has his mind set on it). The song reminds me of something a famous rapper would collaborate with Justin Timberlake on.

Taeyang - "Wedding Dress" and "I'll Be There" - Taeyang has a very marketable quality about him, and so many people I know think he's the hottest thing to walk the face of the earth. I guess when the Beliebers grow up, I assume they would graduate to him.

Seungri - "What Can I Do" - This song has a Taio Cruz sort of feel to me.

G.NA - "I'll Back Off So You Can Live Better" - This was one of the standout songs to me in 2010, and I thought this had a very western sound to it. Makes sense, since G.NA is from Canada after all.

4Minute - "HUH" and "Muzik" - I pick up a Pussycat Dolls vibe from these girls.

SHINee - "Forever or Never" - This was originally an English song by Cinema Bizarre. This song of SHINee's is seriously underrated and most definitely gives a much more mature sound that could appeal to people in America.

BoA - "Adrenaline" and "Dangerous" ("Dangerous" was done by the same guy who did "Eat You Up"). I actually thought BoA's last album was slightly ahead of its time. Now that club dance music featured on the album is more relevant today. Maybe she can become a household name if she were to release another English album to coincide with her upcoming Hollywood movie.

2NE1 - "Can't Nobody", "Clap Your Hands", and "Go Away" - At first, I was skeptical that 2NE1 could even have a chance here, but these three songs all give a nice glimpse into the girls' fierce artistry. Packed with bold language and a strong sound, Americans could fall in love with them.

Se7en - "Drips" - If I'm not mistaken, this song was featured in a Lexus commercial not too long ago. Songs from CFs have a tendency to become popular when they go to the radio. But sadly, people would most likely remember it as that "Lexus song," not a Se7en song. 

Super Junior-M - "Off My Mind" (Henry's Solo) - I guess it helps that Henry is from North America, because he knows how to create the correct sound that would suit well in his own market. Could SM plan to use him as a solo artist in America?

GD&TOP - "High High" - The English lyrics need to be slightly changed, but it has the potential to become successful.

Speaking of SHINee, the producer of "Lucifer" released an English demo of the song. It's not bad, and I can totally see why he eliminated "Lucifer" from the lyrics. That's just suicide in America. The bible thumpers would think they're the spawn of Satan (only judging by the title).

Notice how all the male artists I chose are solos or a duet? It's all about what is current. Boy band songs have no shot making it here in America right now. That's why I'm iffy choosing SHINee's "Forever or Never", but the song could work. But songs I selected have a special quality about them. Specific girl groups could potentially make it. SNSD's image and material is in no way relevant here in America. If SM did a fierce and/or provocative SNSD subgroup, then we'll talk. 2NE1, 4Minute, and maybe f(x) has got it right for the American feel.

Who knows, maybe after all these artists have done their Japanese promotions, they will want to break into the Western world. With that, they will not only have become legendary pioneers, but the bigger market could most definitely lead to an even greater success. It's a race now to see who will rise to the top. America is long overdue for a successful Asian artist.

Fangirl (MrCKDexter):

I would love to see my favorite K-pop artists achieve their dreams of success in America too, but I'd like to point out that America HAS seen the success of an Asian artist. Far East Movement anyone? Given however that Far East Movement is in fact an Asian American group. Isn't it high time an Asian Asian artist hit it big is the USA?

I've actually heard people speculate that Girls' Generation might make it in America because they are simply soAsian. I don't necessarily agree, but it's an interesting thought. There's nobody like them in America. They personify the "cute little Asian girl" stereotype perfectly.

In addition to the artists listed above, I'd like to add the following:

Jay Park - "Abandoned" - It's unsurprising that a song penned by this Korean American would sound so distinctly American. Check out the English version Jay Park wrote and shared with his fans on YouTube.

Miss A - "Love Alone" - Some people have criticized this song for soundingtoo American and not having enough Miss A flare. But when I find a catchy tune I love, I don't look a gift horse in the mouth. Love this song!

One Way - "Magic" and "Rainy Days" - One Way have an elegant R&B sound comparable Ne-Yo or Usher. The fact that they speak English and write their own music is also hugely marketable.

Rania - "Dr. Feel Good (English version)" - Seeing how this song has already been featured on American televisions shows on MTV and Spike, I'd say this song fits right with mainstream American music.

Interestingly, Rania will not be revealing the ethnicity of their members during their promotions in the US. Apparently these rookies are going to focus on doing radio appearances, without mentioning their background as they advance into the US market. I'm very curious to see how this impacts the success of their promotions.

Fanboy has Taeyang pretty well covered, but I'd like to add another Taeyang song to the list just for kicks: "Connection", an English language song that was included on the international version of Solar. I think Taeyang is probably one of the most marketable Korean artists in America.

Source: Koreaboo

SHINee members celebrate coming-of-age day

Though they’re busy preparing for their Japanese debut, SHINee took a moment to share several photos in the spirit of coming-of-age day.

We’ve already reported on Jonghyun’s bouquet picture however, Key and Minho released pictures as well. Both Minho and Key recently celebrated the holiday with thank you messages for their fans.

On May 17th, Minho posted,

“Thank you to everyone who congratulated me for coming-of-age day yesterday. To all my friends who celebrated this day with me, fighting“

Key also posted,

“I’ve become an adult!! Thank you for preparing such great gifts. I really have to become an adult now“

SHINee will be making their Japanese debut with their first single, “Replay“, on June 22nd.

Source: allkpop

2NE1, 2PM, BEAST, SHINee, TVXQ and Big Bang's facial expressions compared with cartoon characters

A hilarious compilation of idols vs. cartoon characters has surfaced on the internet and created a lot of buzz. 2NE1’s Minzy is being compared to a cute doll, while Wooyoung’s chubby cheeks are compared to that of a monkey. Going further down the list, the trademark smiles of Big Bang's Daesung, BEAST’s Yoseob, SNSD’s Jessica, 2PM’s Junsu and Chansung are being compared with various cartoon characters' expressions. SHINee’s Onew and Minho’s hairstyles look slightly similar to that of a particular Pokemon. Rounding out the list, TVXQ’s Changmin is compared to Spongebob Squarepants's Squidward and Big Bang’s Taeyang resembles Mashi Maro. However, it’s up to fans’ judgment to decide who fits which character. Netizens who saw this post left comments such as, "Woo Young really looks like a monkey," "I burst out laughing when I saw the Jessica-Cappy comparison," and "They all resemble the characters 100%!"

Source: Koreaboo

Sean Kingston plagiarizes SHINee's song "Ready Or Not"?

Recently, Shawols have been showing their extreme distaste towards Jamaican-American singer Sean Kingston. It was discovered that the singer released a song with Michael Mind titled, "Ready Or Not". The song is titled the exact same as SHINee's track, "Ready Or Not", which was released with their 2nd album, "LUCIFER". 

The credits to Sean Kingston's songs state that the song is written by Sean Kingston with the production by the German House Music Duo, Michael Mind Project. However, the song by SHINee has lyrics written by Misfit, was composed and arranged by Mikko Tamminen, Risto Asikainen and Will Simms. 

When listening to Sean Kingstons' song, it is obvious that the background melody is extremely close to SHINee's. Fans have been commenting on the track saying, "There seems to be a slight change in melody and beats.. but it is still SHINee's song" and "The song has been sean-a-tized!". However, angrier fans are calling for SM Entertainment to step in and make an announcement whether or not Sean Kingston was given permission to use this song, and if so, why no credits were given.

However, the track "Ready Or Not" by SHINee is also a remake of the song, "Girls", so there is a possibility they received permission from the original. The artist for the track, "Girls", is unknown, so that leaves this possibility as highly unlikely.

Sean Kingston:

for SHINee's click THIS - check out!
So, what the difference?


Source: Koreaboo

SNSD's vocal trainer Jang Jinyeong to make solo comeback

Black Beat's Jang Jinyeong, who has been acting as SNSD and SHINee's vocal trainer, is releasing a solo track titled "Another Time". After debuting with Black Beat in 2002 through record label SM Entertainment, Jang Jinyeong has been actively promoted through both Black Beat and By Jinsung; at the same time, he worked as a vocal trainer for singers under SM. In this new song, Jang Jinyeong shows off his distinctive sound with his use of head-voice. His vocals are accompanied by Yoo Jeonghun on the piano. Yoo Jeonghun is also the pianist behind songs on the "Sungkyungwan Scandal" OST, famed for their soulful melodies. Furthermore, the music video director for "Another Time" is Yoo Jongmin, who also produced videos for DIA and Dr.9 amongst others.

Source: Koreaboo

SHINee’s Key hints at a new album?

SHINee’s Key recently appeared on the March 29th broadcast of Love Chaser, where he dropped some surprising news – SHINee is in the midst of producing a new album!

He created a short video message for his grandmother, speaking in his native Daegu dialect. The devoted grandson cheered, “Grandmother, SHINee is preparing our new album now, so you have to critique it again.  I love you!”

SHINee’s ‘THE 1st CONCERT in TOKYO’ “SHINee World” to air in February

Over this past holiday weekend the boys of SHINee held their concert ‘THE 1st CONCERT in TOKYO’ “SHINee World” at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Tokyo. As most of their fans were unable to attend this concert, there’s good news for you as it’s been recently announced that this concert will air on TV.

SHINee is scheduled to make their official debut in Japan next March and it’s been recently announced on their official Japanese webpage that SHINee’s Japanese concert will air on Fuji TV on February 27th from 7:00PM – 9:00PM.

There’s still a long wait before it airs, most likely to coincide with the timing of their Japanese debut but it’s still better than nothing.

SHINee to make Japanese debut in March

Today South Korean boy band “SHINee” held their first concert in Japan at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Tokyo and have announced that they are going to make their official Japanese debut under “EMI Music Japan” in March 2011.

In 2008 they were awarded Rookie of the Year in South Korea. Since then their popularity has kept on growing and now they are going to follow their fellow idol groups to Japan to expand their fandom even further.

Even before their debut they are already a big number in Japan. Within one month more than 100,000 people applied for a ticket for their performance today. In the end, 24,000 lucky people were able to see the five members of SHINee today. They performed two shows, which adds up to about 5 hours and 60 songs. There is no doubt that this must have pleased their Japanese fans.

Member Jonghyun still wasn’t able to fully perform with the others due to an injury on his left foot. “I’m sad that I can’t perform as much as I want, but at least I’m able to stay on stage with the others,” he said in tears.

SHINee’s Minho finishes last and gets punished

For the first time since his debut, SHINee’s Minho finally got a taste of what last place feels like.

On this week’s episode of KBS 2TV’s ‘100 Points Out Of 100‘, Minho was betrayed by his supporter for the Class President Election, F.T Island’s Hong Ki, and was placed last in the votes and subsequently received cleaning duty.

As a result, Minho had to arrive on set earlier than the rest of the cast and took on on all the miscellaneous duties around the school as a punishment.

Minho expressed, “I was shocked since this is the first time I’ve experienced something like this. I was okay on the day of the filming, but from the next day onwards, I had a hard time because I couldn’t stop thinking about getting last place.”

Park Myung Soo replied and “advised” Minho, “You just need to keep being last from now on.”

Minho's Birthday

hello koreanlovers! 

yesterday was Choi Minho's birthday

all SHAWOL in the whole world celebrated it

and we've found Minho's message, here it is

[From. Min Ho] 안녕하세요~ 민호 입니다.^^
안녕하세요~ SHINee의 불꽃카리스마 민호입니다!
데뷔 때부터 함께해온 여러분….
제가 벌써 20번째 생일을 맞이했습니다~
휴…… 시간 참 빠르죠? ^^
2년 반이란 기간 동안 여러분 덕분에
잊지 못할 경험과 많은 추억을 만들었어요~
너무 감사하고~ 또 감사해요~
이번에는 생일파티를 함께하지 못해서 너무 아쉽지만,
그래도 우린 오늘 시상식에서 만나잖아요~
여러분과 함께하는 첫 콘서트도 열심히 준비하고 있고,
더 좋은 활동 많이 해서~ 우리 앞으로….
더 기쁘고 좋은 일만 가득하게 만들어요~^^
고마워요~ 항상…
오늘은 생일이니~ 4장~! ㅋㅋ

 [translate in Indonesian]

Hello~ Ini Flaming Charisma, Minho SHINee!
Semuanya telah bersama sejak aku debut…
Aku kini berulang tahun ke-20~
Sigh… waktu terus berlalu kan? ^^
Aku mempunyai banyak pengalaman dan kenangan yang tak dapat dilupakan selama dua setengah tahun terakhir karenamu.
Terimakasih banyak~ dan lagi~
Aku sedih kita tak bisa merayakan pesta bersama, tapi kita akan bertemu satu sama lain di acara penghargaan hari ini~
Aku juga melakukan persiapan yang sangat baik untuk konser pertama nanti.
Aku juga sudah melakukan yang terbaik saat promosi mulai dari sekarang~ ^^
Dan sekarang kita harus… kita harus yakin bahwa kebahagiaan dan hal yang baik adalah milik kita~ ^^
Terimakasih~selalu…
Karena ini ulang tahunku~4 picture! keke

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MINHO ! :*