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So Long, Farewell … Kim Hee-chul

roryg2008 — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:24:30 +0000

Kim Hee-chul is looking forward to his new career choice serving his beloved Korea. His military training will begin on September 1st at Nonsan, South Chungcheong Province for 4 weeks, and then serve as a public service worker. We wish him the best.

Also, so long and farewell to POPSEOULers. I have enjoyed working here, but I must move on. This is my final post.

Love Always, Roryg2008

Source: Smtownent

Super Junior has a “simplistic” second win on M Countdown

roryg2008 — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 18:29:31 +0000

By a show of ~~hands~~ comments, who predicted this week’s winner? Who can predict next week’s winner?
If you guessed Super Junior….both times, you must be the ~~rocket~~ K-pop scientist! It doesn’t take genius to guess that one of Asia’s top boy bands could sweep the music shows for weeks at a time. On the August 18th episode of Mnet M Countdown, Super Junior accepted the “Song Of The Week” prize for the second week in a row for “Mr. Simple”.

“Mr. Simple” is hot on Elfs’ radar…..I wonder if SNSD will have the same success this fall?

Congratulations to Super Junior!

Sources: MK StarToday and CrazyCarrotExtra2

ChocoLAT debuts their “Syndrome” on M Countdown

roryg2008 — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 18:10:14 +0000

Are you ready for interracial K-pop?
Picture SNSD meets Isak and you have ChocoLAT! The newest girl band (besides all Korean girl group Blady) to hit the music scene is planning to shake audiences up with their racially intergrated group. They made their official debut on Mnet’s M Countdown on August 18th. America and so many other nations across the globe have struggled with getting use to a mixed flower pot. It is now Korea’s turn to embrace the rainbow!

What do you think of their debut?

Sources: Star News and CrazyCarrotExtra2

G.NA releases “Top Girl” Tracklist

roryg2008 — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:06:09 +0000

Her second mini-album hits stores on August 23rd. Are you interested in songs like these…..

“Top Girl” – Written by her former duet partner Wheesung ( Is G.NA starting to fancy Se7en and her mini duet partner?) and produced by Kim Do-hoon and Lee Sang-ho

“Banana” – G.NA co-wrote this single and rapper Swings is featured on the track.

“Without You” – This will be her ballad number.

“ICON” – A catchy tune that is still a mystery to fans.

According to her agency, Cube Entertainment, the singer’s new album will be filled with mature songs.

Ok….an iconic top girl who loves bananas and cannot be without you..that sounds mature to me. Placing the titles together really takes the maturity out of the project!

“Top Girl” is coming your way soon. Will you give it a try?

Sources: Chosun Ilbo and Nate

CJ Entertainment gives away autographed helmets!

roryg2008 — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:38:56 +0000

CJ : “We have top quality exclusive motorcycle helmets that are signed by the leading cast, Lee Min Ki, Kang Ye Won, and Kim In Kwon.“

Do you want to win the autographed goodies from the “Quick” cast?

Check out how you can enter below:

Will you be entering for your chance to win?

*A Special Thanks to Stephany at CJ Entertainment for the tip

Far East Movement becomes “So Random”

roryg2008 — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 16:17:57 +0000

What’s Happening?
F.E.M is getting in touch with their inner child…or your child.

Far East Movement is headed for Disney Channel. On August 21st at 6:30 [CST], the East meets West band will be performing their “Rocketeer” hit on Disney’s popular teen comedy show “So Random”.

Watch their kiddie preview below:

Will you be joining your kids at the tube this Sunday?

Sources: Disney Channel and Far East Movement’s Official Website

Alexander Celebrates Korean Independence Day!

roryg2008 — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:57:10 +0000

Yesterday, Korea celebrated its national Independence and who was tweeting about it? None other than….Alexander Eusebio. The now solo artist tweeted the following messages to celebrate Korea and another special Asian nation:

“…..Today’s Korea National Day~ Hope everyone’s enjoying this national holiday~ †GOD bless KOREA!♥\(^o^)…..Happy Independence Day too India!! †GOD bless INDIA! (^v^)/ (Gosh… I miss chicken tandoori~ hehe~^-^)”

How did you celebrate?

Source: @alexander_0729

Super Junior wins the K-Chart!

roryg2008 — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:50:00 +0000

Simplicity never looked so good! Super Junior took the easy road to number one!
“Mr. Simple” is now the number one song on weekly music programs. Following Suju’s “Song Of The Week” title on Mnet Thursday, the band swept the charts once again by winning the K-Chart a day later.

What is their secret? Being chill and refusing to stress out! Watch the band’s winning moment and enjoy the laid back Smtown hit below:

Sources: BNT News and UnknownCarrot180

SISTAR does Music Bank the cool way

roryg2008 — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:25:14 +0000

Are you a fan of SISTAR‘s new choreographed stage?
The tail dance is out, but the belt dresses or should I say mini dresses are still in. Is this the best censorship for minors?
SISTAR made their comeback on KBS Music Bank Yesterday with their singles “Girls Do It” and “So Cool”. The band was forced to change their choreography for “So Cool” following HyunA‘s “Bubble Pop” being banned by the Korea Broadcasting and Communications Review Committee for appearing sexually suggestive. However, what is the point of changing the dance, if your stage attire is barely there. Their dresses are STILL missing in action!

Nonetheless, the KCC approved the performances below:

Do you agree with the Korea Broadcasting and Communications Review Committee? Are the performances acceptable?

Sources: BNT News and UnknownCarrot180

Super Junior’s “Mr. Simple” chants its way to “Song Of The Week”

roryg2008 — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 17:13:23 +0000

“Mr. Simple” is now a bona-fide hit on Mnet!

M Countdown gave the new Smtown single the “Song Of The Week” crown on Yesterday’s episode. It was double duty for the ~~gang~~ band as they made their comeback and gracefully accepted their crystal award.

Honestly, who wouldn’t let Suju win? To the average person, their size is just ~~very~~ a little intimidating. Would you tell a group THAT BIG….. they lost?

Sources: @mnetmcountdown and crazycarrotextra2

Seo In-guk shakes it up on M! Countdown!

roryg2008 — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 16:53:49 +0000

Who wants to party with In-guk?
JellyFish Entertainment‘s club scene has made it to the K-pop stage. Male vocalist Seo In-guk has shed his bubbly, cutesy, and sexy images to bring you his inner playa! The singer, whose song seems a tad late following 2pm‘s “Hands Up” track, started a party all his own on Yesterday’s episode of Mnet M Countdown.

Does his single “Shake It Up” have the ability to rise to the top of the charts? Check out his comeback stage below:

Sources: @MnetMCountdown and CrazyCarrotExtra2

“Quick” heads to North American Theaters

roryg2008 — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 01:48:51 +0000

What would you do if you knew your lover had only 30 minutes to live?
Actor and model Lee Min-ki is on a mission to save his girlfriend in the Korean blockbuster hit movie “Quick”. Actress Kang Ye-won potrays his ticking time bomb girlfriend….literally. They are in a race to save her life in the movie that has mesmerized Asia and on its way to take North America by storm.

Check out the synposis, trailer, list of dates and times, and a way for you to win tickets below:
“‘Quick’ is Speeding Its Way to the United States and Canada! +Win FREE Tickets!

‘Quick’ redefines the Korean blockbuster and blasts away the summer heat!
The speed maniac and motorcycle messenger Gi-su receives a mysterious call when he is about to take Arom, his ex-girlfriend and a member of a girl band, to a live broadcast. Suddenly, a mysterious voice on the phone warns that there is a bomb wire to Arom’s helmet and that a package must be delivered to a designated address within 30 minutes. ”Remove the helmet or fail to complete the mission and the bomb goes off.”

…As the clock is ticking, the two begin a race against time to stay alive.

‘Quick’ releases in theaters August 19th at the following locations:
Los Angeles, CA- CGV Cinemas
Dallas, TX-AMC Grapevine Mills
Houston, TX-AMC Studio 30
Ridgefield Park, NJ-AMC RIdgefield Park
North Wales, PA- AMC 309 Cinema
Alexandria, VA – AMC Hoffman
Atlanta, GA – AMC Colonial
Chicago, IL -AMC Northbrook
Toronto, ON – AMC Yonge & Dundas 24
August 26, 2011
Las Vegas, NV-Rave Motion Pictures Towns Square 18
…More to Come

1. For all submissions, please mention where you saw the event posting! (POPSEOUL)
2. DEADLINE for submission is August 22nd, 211 MON @ 11:59 PM PST “

Click here for additional information about this movie

*A special thanks to Jannie at CJ Entertainment for the tip