A Pink Diary in Taipei: Episode 1



A Pink visited Taiwan from October 18-21. They had their first-ever  2013 A Pink Taiwan fan meeting ’ in Taipei  and it was attended by 1,500 fans.

They made a video diary while they were in Taiwan where they shared what were going on with them while they were not performing.

Check it out below:


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U-KISS' 7th Japanese single title, “Fall in Love/ Shape of Your Heart”, revealed!


In Korea, after Dongho left, U-KISS officially returned as just a six-member group with their Korean eight mini album, 'Moments' with 'She's Mine' as its title track. In Japan, U-KISS revealed “Fall in Love/ Shape of Your Heart” as their 7th Japanese single, which will be released on December 18th.
Check out below the limited editions of the CD+DVD and CD only versions:

(CD+DVD JACKET)

(CD)
1. Fall in Love
2. Shape of your heart
3. Fall in Love (Instrumental)
4. Shape of your heart (Instrumental)
(DVD)
1. Fall in Love(Music Video)
2. Fall in Love(Making Movie)LMTD EDTN

(CD JACKET)

(Tracklist)
1. Fall in Love
2. Shape of your heart
3. ALONE -U-KISS JAPAN LIVE TOUR 2013 ~Inside of Me~ 8.26@Zepp Tokyo LMTD EDTN
4. Inside of Me -U-KISS JAPAN LIVE TOUR 2013 ~Inside of Me~ 8.26@Zepp Tokyo LMTD EDTN
5. Fall in Love (Instrumental)
6. Shape of your heart (Instrumental)

(mu-mo Jacket Cover)

(Tracklist)
1. Fall in Love
2. Shape of your heart
3. Fall in Love (Instrumental)
4. Shape of your heart (Instrumental)

(PLAYBUTTON JACKET)

(Tracklist)
1. Fall in Love
2. Shape of your heart
3. Fall in Love (Instrumental)
4. Shape of your heart (Instrumental)

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ZE:A releases 'Illusion' photo shoot BTS


ZE:A, who came back with their latest mini album 'Illusion' in August, released a behind-the-scene footage of their album jacket photo shoot.

Although ZE:A already concluded their promotions, that was not a hinder for them to treat their fans. On the video, the boys showed how passionate were they with their craft. All of them flaunted their best shot in front of the camera. Their close bond was also obvious.

Check it out below:
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SOURCE: ZEA2011

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SKULL & HAHA FIRST MALAYSIA SHOWCASE

Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia , 1 November 2013 – One of the most dynamic reggae live performances is coming to town!

Top Korean reggae artistes Skull & Haha will be in Malaysia for the first time on Saturday, 21 December 2013, to meet fans up close and personal.  In addition to a separate meet & greet session, they will be bringing their fun, unique blend of Korean reggae music and high-energy performance to celebrate the year’s end with fans.

Ha Dong Hoon (a.k.a Haha, Haroro, 东勋 ) has been a cast member of the highly popular Korean variety shows ‘Running Man’ since 2010 and ‘Infinite Challenge’ since 2005.  On 30 December 2011, HaHa received the ‘Best Entertainer Award’ at the 2011 SBS Entertainment Awards for his outstanding performance in the show.  ‘Running Man’ is not only a hit variety programme in Korea , it has also taken other parts of Asia by storm.  The programme currently goes on air regionally on ONE TV ASIA.
In addition to being a popular presenter, deejay, actor and comedian, HaHa is also a well known singer in Korea .  He released his single album ‘You’re My Destiny’ in 2007 and it reached the Number 1 spot on Gaon Chart (Korean national music chart). 

A new father and one who enjoys a positive image that appeals to the mass public, Haha was most recently invited to be the Ambassador for Pixar’s summer animated blockbuster, ‘Monster University.’  He is also one of spokesmen for the Coke campaign in Korea .

Signed in the United States under Morgan Carey, the brother of Mariah Carey, Korean leading reggae artiste Skull reaches out not only to an Asian-American fan base but also Caribbean and American audiences with his distinctive interpretation of the Jamaican patois.

The reggae duo released their single, ‘Ragga Muffin,’ in June this year. This is the second collaboration between Skull & HaHa since the release of their summer hitBusan Vacance’ in July 2012.

Making a guest appearance for Skull & HaHa is DJ IT who has a wealth of experience working with heavy weights in the Korean music industry, including Big Bang, RAIN, Lee Hyori, YG Family, DJ DOC, Dynamic Duo, and many others.

FAN MEETING DETAILS:

Event:             Skull & Haha First Malaysia Showcase

Date:               Saturday, 21 December 2013

Time:              7:30pm (door opens at 6:45 pm)                    

Venue:            KL Live, First floor, Life Centre, 20 Jalan Sultan Ismail, KL.   Malaysia  
                        Tel: 60 3-2162 2570   end_of_the_skype_highlighting
           
Seating:          Free Standing



Early-bird offer : 10% (valid until 11:59pm, Sunday, 10 November 2013)             
                       
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SHINee tops Taiwan’s music chart for two consecutive weeks


SHINee’s new album ‘Everybody’ has topped the weekly music chart in Taiwan, proving their global popularity.

SHINee’s fifth mini album ‘Everybody’ which was released on October 14th, has remained at the top position in Taiwan’s record sales counting chart ‘FIVE MUSIC Korea-Japan Chart’ for 2 consecutive weeks. This album has also topped other charts such as Hanteo, Hot Tracks and more, receiving explosive reactions.

Meanwhile, SHINee has also collected trophies on weekly music programs with title track “Everybody”.

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KARA to release two new albums in Japan


Girl group KARA will simultaneously release two new albums in Japan next month.

According to DSP Media, KARA will release their 10th Japanese single ‘French Kiss’ and second best-of album ‘Best Girls’ in November.

The title of the new single is “French Kiss”, a mid-tempo ballad that depicts the romantic atmosphere of a couple spending Christmas Eve together. The single will be available in regular CD-only version and a Limited Edition CD+DVD.

The best-of album ‘Best Girls’ consists of two CDs, each containing the group’s Japanese and Korean hits. The Japanese disc has 14 tracks including the new single “French Kiss” while the Korean disc has a total of 11 songs.

Meanwhile, KARA is currently busy with their ‘2nd Japan Tour KARASIA 2013’ in Japan.





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DSP Media’s former and current artists to reunite for ‘DSP Festival’


Major talenthouse DSP Media will be holding a family concert this coming December.

DSP Media announced that they will hold their very first family concert titled ‘DSP Festival 22nd Anniversary’. A teaser poster was also revealed featuring the first lineup of artists including Oh Jong Hyuk, SS501, KARA, Rainbow, A-JAX and more.

‘DSP Festival’ is scheduled to be held in Seoul’s Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium on December 14th. According to the agency, they are trying their best to put together not only current artists but also stars who have previously been with DSP including Sechs Kies and FIN.K.L members.

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IU falls in love at first sight with Jang Geun Suk


The production team for upcoming KBS 2TV Wed-Thu drama ‘Pretty Boy’ has released new teaser stills showing the first meeting of IU and Jang Geun Suk.

In this scene, IU’s character Kim Bo Tong won’t be able to forget her first encounter with Dokgo Ma Te. Her puberty was special as she met him when she was in middle school and it was the first time her heart pounded. Her crush on him has continued for 10 years.

During the shoot, Jang Geun Suk and IU completely transformed into students. Jang Geun Suk showed off his good looks in a white shirt and jeans, while IU turned into simple middle school student in uniform and large rimmed glasses.

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Seo In Guk explains his scandal with Girls’ Generation’s YoonA


Seo In Guk recently clarified his scandal with Girls’ Generation’s YoonA that made headlines last year.

On a recent broadcast of KBS 2TV ‘Happy Together 3’ aired on October 31, Seo In Guk talked about his past dating scandal with YoonA. The two stars were previously swirled up in dating rumors after being spotted together at the baseball game.

When asked about what has changed since he became popular, Seo In Guk answered, “After my popularity surged, the biggest change in my life was the numerous scandals that broke about me.

He then explained his scandal with YoonA, saying, “I want to say again, I didn’t go to the baseball stadium with YoonA. I went to the baseball game with my friend when I saw Yoona on the bigscreen. I was so happy that I went over to say hi to her. I didn’t know that there would be that many reporters.”

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K-pop idols cheer on fans taking college entrance exam


Several idol groups have sent a message of support for their fans in Korea who will be taking college entrance exam this year.

With only a week left until test day, several idol groups including CNBLUE, FT Island, SPICA, AOA, Jewelry, Juniel, Nine Muses, ZE:A, Crayon Pop and BTS each uploaded a message of support for all the students takng the College Scholastics Ability Test (CSAT) that will determine which university the students will enter in the future.

Check out the videos below:

AOA


Juniel


Jewelry


SPICA


Crayon Pop


BTS


FT Island


CNBLUE


Nine Muses


ZE:A


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INFINITE releases teaser video for ‘One Great Step’ tour in America


INFINITE is bringing its first world concert tour ‘One Great Step’ to the America, and they just unveiled a teaser video on official Youtube, inviting fans to the grand show.

The ‘One Great Step’ tour will go through four major cities across the States starting from Los Angeles, followed by San Jose(CA), Fairfax(VA) and New York. You can check out the dates and venues on the post here.

Check out the video below:


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LEDApple signals comeback with MV teaser for ‘With The Wind’


Idol band LEDApple, who has been bringing fantastic cover song each week, will be making an official music comeback later this month.

On November 1, LEDApple signaled its return with a music video teaser for upcoming digital single album ‘With The Wind’. The video gives fans a sneak peek at the group’s concept, and it features Junghwa of EXID.

Check out the video below:


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[Breaking] Kim Bum and Moon Geun Young are dating!


It has been revealed that Kim Bum and Moon Geun Young are in a relationship.

According to Kim Bum’s agency, King Kong Entertainment, the MBC drama ‘Goddess of Fire, Jeongi’ co-stars have admitted their romantic relationship. “It’s true Kim Bum is dating Moon Geun Young. They’re just starting out. Please look at them kindly”

The two actors became close to each other while filming the period drama and they’ve been dating since October. Moon Geun Young’s agency also confirmed that the couple went on a trip to Europe together after the end of their drama.

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131101 Music Bank performers list



♬ Music Bank HOT Stage ★☆
- Trouble Maker
- U-Kiss
- Im Chang Jung
- K.Will
- SHINee
- IU
Performers
SHINee, IU, T-ara, K.Will, Topp Dogg, Tae.1, N-SONIC, M.Pire, MYNAME, Tint, FIESTAR, A-JAX, Im Chang Jung, Park Ji Yoon, U-Kiss, Block B, Trouble Maker

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Gaon Chart releases rankings for October 20 – October 26


Gaon Chart is the national record chart of South Korea. It is complied by the Korea Music Content Industry Association with an aim to create a national chart for Korea similar to the Billboard charts and Oricon charts.


[Rankings for Week October 20, 2013 – October 26, 2013]


Weekly Singles Chart

1. K.Will : “You Don’t Know Love”

2. Park Ji Yoon (Feat. San E) : “Mr.Lee”

3. IU : “The Red Shoes”

4. SHINee : “Everybody”

5. Yoo Seung Woo (Feat. San E) : “Who U?”

6. K.Will : “It’s Not You ”

7. T-ara : “Number 9”

8. Urban Zakapa : “Walk Backwards”

9. Lim Chang Jung : “A Guy Like Me”

10. Busker Busker : “Love At First”


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Weekly Album Chart

1. SHINee : “Everybody” [5th Mini Album]

2. Teen Top : “Teen Top Class” [4th Mini Album]

3. Shin Seung Hoon : “Great Wave” [Special Album]

4. K.Will : “Will In Fall” [4th Mini Album]

5. G-Dragon : “Coup D’etat Limited Edition LP”

6. Lucid Fall : “Flowers Never Say”

7. Block B : “Very Good” [3rd Mini Album]

8. BTOB : “Thriller” [3rd Mini Album]

9. Park Sang Min : “Best Story For 20th Anniversary”

10. Busker Busker : “Busker Busker 2nd Album”

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Taeyang drops another intense image teaser for “Ringa Linga”


Big Bang’s Taeyang has just unveiled another teaser image for upcoming pre-release track “Ringa Linga”.

YG Entertainment’s official YG-Life blog unveiled a black-and-white photo for Taeyang’s solo comeback. The teaser announced the pre-release of single “Ringa Linga”, which was co-written and composed by G-Dragon and Jose E. Luna.

YG previously planned to release Taeyang’s new solo album today, November 1. However, with the release of a teaser spot earlier, it has been announced to be delayed once again to November 8th as Taeyang paid extra attention to the finishing touches for the album.

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JYP partners with Chinese company to produce new film


JYP Entertainment announced its plans on producing a Chinese movie.

JYP Pictures, an affiliate of entertainment agency JYP Entertainment, has entered a collaboration with China’s Dongbang Entertainment Group to produce a film together. This will be the first joint production between the two firms.

Officials from both companies, including CEOs signed a formal contract at the office of Dongbang Group in China on October 31. JYP Pictures will provide expertise in the production and making of the film, with Dongbang Group investing financially in the production.

JYP Pictures President Pyo Jong Rok stated, “The collaboration with China’s top art company entertainment group, is expected to create meaningful interaction between the two countries. We hope that this is a starting point for strategic involvement in various business not only in films but also in management, concert production, and more.”

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‘Shinhwa Broadcast’ to be streamed live online


In celebration of the premiere of its second season, Shinhwa’s very own variety program ‘Shinhwa Broadcast’ will be streamed live online.

On November 3 at 11PM KST, the second season of ‘Shinhwa Broadcast’ starring Shinhwa members is set to return not only to television screen but also on Korean portal website Naver’s video service TV Cast.

This is the second time that jTBC will stream a program through a portal website since their primetime news show ‘News 9’.

The Shinhwa members will be embarking on a special journey, where they will relate stories of people they meet on their journey. For the first episode, the members visited a shelter for abandoned dogs.


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IU looks pretty even as ordinary girl in ‘Pretty Boy’


IU has showcased her extraordinary beauty even as an ordinary girl in the latest teaser stills for the upcoming KBS 2TV Wed-Thu drama ‘PrettyBoy’.

The singer-actress caught eyes with her short hair and unique fashion sense on her first filming which began officially on October 28th. She plays the role of an ordinary girl named Kim Bo Tong, who has a crush on pretty boy Dokgo Ma Te (Jang Geun Suk) for 10 years.

For her role, IU cut her short, and dressed up in a tracksuit outfit, while wearing a flower hand band on her neck. She also drew attention by carrying shopping bag as if it’s her hand bag.

‘Pretty Boy’ is adapted from a comic book series of the same name written by Chon Kye Young. It is about a good looking man named Dokgo Ma Te who goes around seducing the top 1% successful women in the country.

The drama will begin its broadcast from November 20th.

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EXO to star in own variety show ‘EXO’s Showtime’


EXO is set to return with their very own variety program this November.

MBC Everyone announced on October 31, “Popular group EXO will be filming their own variety program ‘EXO’s Showtime’.” MBC also opened an official website for the upcoming show, where the viewers can send in questions for the members.

The EXO members will answer the questions in the show as they reveal for the first time the never-before-seen real lives of the members.

‘EXO’s Showtime’ is set to air by the end of November.

Check out the teaser below featuring SM Entertainment artists.


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SM Town artists dance to SHINee's "Everybody"


SM Town idols including TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls' Generation, f(x) and EXO dance to SHINee's Everybody in the video below, check out their dance cover below:

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IU, Clara and various celebrities support FIESTAR’s comeback


Various celebrities have showed their support for FIESTAR’s anticipated comeback.

On November 1, the same date of FIESTAR’s comeback, Loen Entertainment uploaded a video featuring messages of support from various celebrities. Included in the video were IU, Clara, comedians Park Ji Sun and Shin Bora as well as actors Jo Han Sun, Kim Suk Hon and many more.

Meanwhile, FIESTAR has just released their third single album ‘Curious’ featuring the title song “I Don’t Know”, which was produced by hitmaker Shinsadong Tiger.

Watch the video below:


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EXO’s Xiumin, INFINITE and Kim Yoo Jung cheer on JIN’s debut


Woollim Entertainment’s new female singer, JIN, received a message of support from her senior artists.

On November 1, Woollim Entertainment released new video on official Youtube channel. The video showed INFINITE’s Dongwoo and Sungjong, EXO’s Xiumin and actress Kim Yoo Jung cheering on the singer on her upcoming debut with ‘Gone’.

Xiumin and Kim Yoo Jung will appear as a couple in the music video for ‘Gone’ which will be officially released on November 8th.


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B2ST ranks high on the Oricon Chart


B2ST has made a promising debut on the Oricon chart with latest single.

According to latest Oricon’s ranking, B2ST’s limited edition Japanese album, ‘Hard to Love, How to Love’ ranked number five on the Daily Album Chart.

The new album is the Japanese edition of the group’s second Korean studio album of the same name which was released in July. It includes a total of nine tracks including the Japanese version of “Shadow”.

Meanwhile, B2ST will be kick off its Japan concert tour starting on January 14, 2014 at the Chiba, Ichihara City.

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Kim Hyun Joong to leave ‘Barefoot Friends’


Kim Hyun Joong has announced his departure from the variety program ‘Barefoot Friends’.

On October 31, KeyEast announced, “Due to scheduling conflicts, Kim Hyun Joong will leave ‘Barefooted Friends’. Due to scheduling conflicts with filming for his drama, it will be difficult for him to continue. He recently finished his last filming for the show.”

Kim Hyun Joong will be filming for the new KBS 2TV drama ‘Generation of Youth’ and he will leave for China this November. After discussing the matter with the variety show’s production team, it was decided that he would drop out.

Meanwhile, it is also rumoured that Yoon Shi Yoon and UEE are also looking to leave ‘Barefooted Friends’, in order to concentrate on filming for their respective new dramas.

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2AM’s Seulong cast in new SNS drama ‘Infinite Power’


2AM’s Seulong will be coming up with a new drama.

On October 30th, Seulong’s management agency announced that the idol will be casting in new SNS drama titled, ‘Infinite Power’, which will premiere on Samsung Group’s official YouTube channel on November 12th.

‘Infinite Power’ is based on a Web cartoon of the same title by Ju Ho Min, and it will be produced by Apollo Pictures, which produced SBS Drama ‘Sign’ in the past.

In the drama, Seulong will play an unemployed young man named Jang Seon Jae. Dal Shabet’s Woohee, Ahn Na Sang and Kim Seul Gi are also in the drama.

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Ladies’ Code meet up with Yoo Seung Ho in the army


The members of Ladies’ Code met up with actor Yoo Seung Ho in the army.

On October 30th, the girl group’s official Twitter uploaded a photo along the message, “Ladies’ Code met Yoo Seung Ho sunbaenim and enjoyed a great time at the military’s outdoor performance.”

In the photo, Yoo Seung Ho is seen posing with the Ladies’ Code members, while clad in his army uniform. It is said that the actor is a fan of the group and had been constantly listening to “Pretty Pretty” while in camp.

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miss A reveals short preview for "Hush" on M! Countdown

Check out the preview of miss A's comeback on M! Countdown next week, their new song "Hush" is playing in the background of the teaser, do you anticipate their comeback?


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JYJ’s Jaejoong reveals concert rehearsal photos with Gummy


Getting ready for his upcoming tour, JYJ’s Jaejoong revealed photos of himself during rehearsal with his new labelmate, Gummy.

On October 31, C-JeS Entertainment stated, “Jaejoong is currently rehearsing earnestly for his upcoming first album Asia concert tour. He also started practicing with one of the guest singers yesterday.”

The agency added, “Gummy, who recently became part of our family, will be performing at the concert as a guest singer. Many other senior and junior singers will also participate, and put on a great stage with Jaejoong.”

Meanwhile, Jaejoong will kick off his Asia tour with a live band in COEX, Seoul on November 2 and 3.



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SS501’s Heo Young Saeng enlists in the army


SS501’s Heo Young Saeng bids goodbye to his fans as he enlists today for his two-year mandatory military service.

On October 31 at 2PM KST, Heo Young Saeng entered the Nonsan Training Center in Chungnam province. He will receive four weeks of basic training before serving for the next 21 months as an active-duty soldier.

Heo Young Saeng is the second SS501 member to enlist, after Kim Kyu Jong in July 2012. Prior to his enlistment, he released a special album as well as held a solo farewell concert at AX Hall on October 26th which saw the reunion of all SS501 members.



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Kang Minhyuk and Park Shin Hye take photos together in school uniforms


CNBLUE’s Kang Minhyuk and actress Park Shin Hye took an adorable photo together in school uniforms.

On October 30th, Minhyuk uploaded the photos above via CNBLUE’s official Twitter and wrote “When you’re in love, you resemble…not! Childhood friends Eun Sang and Chan Young make a good pair. Don’t ever lose, Eun Sang. To ‘The Heirs’! Everyone, I will keep my eyes on you whether you watch the 7th and 8th episodes of ‘Heirs’.”

In the photos, Kang Minhyuk and Park Shin Hye are both wearing matching school uniforms while making various adorable expressions for the camera, showing off their close friendship.

Meanwhile, ‘The Heirs’ airs every Wednesday and Thursday at 10PM.

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[131031] SHINee wins on ‘M! Countdown’ + Other Performance


Mnet’s “M! Countdown” is back this week full of amazing performances!

The October 31st special Halloween episode of the show features comeback performances from U-Kiss, M.Pire, Park Ji Yoon and Yoo Seung Woo as well as debut stage of new 13-member idol group TOPP DOGG.

Other performers tonight included Kahi, Nine Muses, Ladies’ Code, Block B, SHINee, Seo In Young, IU, AOA, Youme, Lim Chang Jung, 2EYES, Jaurim, Jung Joon Young, Say Yes, TREN-D, T-ara and Pure.

And for the highlight of the show, SHINee won against K.Will on this week’s chart with their latest title track, “Everybody”!

Congratulations SHINee!




Tonight’s Performances:

M.Pire (Comeback Stage)


Say Yes


Pure

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T-ara


TREN-D

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Jung Joon Young


Jaurim

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Lim Chang Jung


2EYES


Youme

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AOA


Seo In Young

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Block B

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Ladies’ Code

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Nine Muses


Kahi

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IU

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SHINee




Watch tonight’s comeback/debut performances:

U-Kiss - “She’s Mine”
TOPP DOGG - “Say It”

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