Archive for 2011

Japanese News: Lovely Dara and Her Cat on “Go Away” Japanese PV!

2NE1’s Dara revealed a picture of herself in the set of “Go Away” PV shooting.

On the morning of 21st, Dara revealed on me2day (Korean twiiter) an interesting picture of herself in the setting of Japanese version of “Go Away”.

“Go Away Japanese Version music video shooting.. Dara who is waiting anxiously for Dadung… Dadung-i who got frightened was in a lot of stress and hid in the corner and at the couch and refused to come out ㅠㅠ Although I’ve been trying to soothe him…” The statement that said “nya-nya” was like that of her pet crying.

In the photo, Dara who is squatting down on the floor in a colorful set while waiting for the cat is shown.

Eventually, the frightened cat got out and finally awoken.

Netizens who saw this picture says, “The cat is lovely same as lovely Dara,” “Maybe Dadung became tense on the spot,” “Lovely set,“.

On the other hand, 2NE1 will put the single on the market this November 16. And will meet South Korea fans through YG Family concert this December.

[KSTAR NEWS&Moneytoday;Starnews]

Source: http://ehiroba.kstarnews.jp/news/viewContents/entame/1304649309
Trans by: sivviee@ohdara/welovedara

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News, Translations

Audio: Previews To Japanese Versions of It Hurts And Go Away

Go Away:

It Hurts:

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Article: New York Daily News Names “Fearless Foursome” As One Of The Five Must- Hear KPop Groups

Excerpt from article “The Korean invasion: New Yorkers are screaming for the new wave of pop stars“:

Korean pop is serious business. Since the turn of the millennium South Korea has been pumping out dramas and music videos as a means of influencing the broader culture throughout Asia. South Korean president Lee Myung-bak ranked K-Pop as one of the country’s greatest achievements in an August speech celebrating Korea’s independence from Japan.

K-Pop videos are “just slick, extremely well produced, always have different themes that really capture audiences’ attentions,” says Cedarbough Saeji, a Ph.D. candidate at UCLA in culture and performance with a focus on Korean culture.

“The production value is very sophisticated. Every K-Pop video is as high-quality as any top American act like Lady Gaga or Britney Spears, but the image is a lot cleaner, less sexualization.”

Saeji says one appeal of Korean pop music is that the stars become friends with their audiences. And Korean singers perform multiple times on several TV networks a week.

“People like these Korean stars because they seem like someone they can be friends with,” she says. “They’re taught to be humble, friendly. There’s no diva attitude. And they’re fun.”

This sense of fondness for these artists has everyone from teens in London to singing groups in Vietnam remaking Korean pop songs or emulating their dance moves and fashion styles.

“Social media has definitely impacted how accessible and easy it is to find these groups,” says Young Ji Park, who founded a website dedicated to K-Pop called SeoulBeats.

“Twitter and Facebook have made these groups widely known and Korean pop groups are even featured on the top music videos of the day on YouTube. It’s very visible.”

So eye-catching in fact, that a live K-Pop invasion was inevitable. Here’s one example:

Hip-hop sensation 2NE1, a four-girl group that sings and raps about girl empowerment, has become designer Jeremy Scott‘s muses. Scott created a shoe: the JS Collage Wings x 2NE1, which will debut next month.

The group’s look — high fashion with a colorful, punky twist — has even inspired some updated costumes in the new production of Broadway’s “Rent.”

Rapper and producer will.i.am from the Black Eyed Peas fell in love with the group after watching one of their videos online. He’s now producing their first all-English album.

5 MUST-HEAR GROUPS:

Ready to dip your toe into the Korean Wave? Here are the top five South Korean acts that will help immerse you in the world of K-Pop:

2NE1


Unlike other Korean girl groups who capitalize on sex appeal or being saccharine and cutesy, this group rose to the top of the charts for their anthems on girl power and boy bashing. When they aren’t dominating the charts in Korea and Japan, the group — Dara, Bom, Minzy and leader CL — are making a statement in the fashion world. Often described as “fierce,” this fearless foursome express their style through fashion houses like Alexander McQueen, Gareth Pugh, Proenza Schouler, Balmain and Jeremy Scott, who has become one of the band’s biggest supporters. Catch them repping South Korea as one of the Best Bands of the World nominated by MTV Iggy.

Download this: “I Am the Best,” a catchy electronic beat with a bass-friendly undertone.

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Photos: 2NE1 and Rain Signed Adidas Sneakers

 

Credit: MC_RURI@Twitter

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Endorsement, Photos

Me2Day: PSY with 2NE1 Backstage at the Hyundai i ★ Festa Mini Concert

Credit: PSY Me2Day

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Me2day, Photos

Photos: 111022 2NE1 at the Hyundai i ★ Festa Mini Concert (Part 2)

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PIA Magazine Translations Part 1: Cover Pages + Member Intros

Pia Live Documentation Magazine

2NE1/ Nolza

2NE1

1st Japan Tour “NOLZA in Japan”
21st Century Pop Icon, The First Live Concert!

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2NE1 Japan Debut Album “NOLZA”
Oricon Album Weekly Ranking Number 1! (10/3)
The third international artist who achieved this milestone, in the history of international artists!
South Korea’s first female group to achieve this in their debut!
1st Single Release! “GO AWAY” ON SALE 2011.11.16
2NE1 1st Japan Tour “NOLZA in JAPAN” Official PHOTOBOOK would be released early in 2012!!

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Let’s “NOLZA!”
2NE1 1st Japan Tour
“NOLZA in Japan”
19 September – 2 October 2011

“NOLZA Korean term meaning, “Let’s Play!” For the first live tour in Japan, they have decided to put in subtitles for their non-Japanese songs, with exciting music and performances, as well as unique fashion. It seems that 2NE1 has done it all. Three venues, with a total of 6 live performances, they all played together with the fans, giving reign to a happy kind of chaos. And in the middle of this gaeity and seeming disorientation, four unique and prominent personalities have risen up with their charming charisma, to become the top pop icons, giving the attentive audience a lively and overwhelming performance that they will never forget. And now, the documentation is here! Open up and go inside the world of 2NE1!

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2NE1 1st Japan Tour “NOLZA in JAPAN” Official PHOTOBOOK would be released early in 2012!

On the concert held on September 19, 2011, 2NE1 1st Japan Tour “NOLZA in Japan” would be documented in a PHOTOBOOK! The cameras have closely photographed to capture the performances closely!! Reviving the overwhelming live performances with pictures! And even in scenes that are not normally shown, like rehearsals and the like, these kinds of pictures would also be revealed!

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Korean artists
Japanese Debut Live
A ground-breaking event
Record for mobilizing 70,000 people
2NE1
Live Tour
Starts now!

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The icon who symbolizes the new generation of women
CL

2NE1’s leader who gives a powerful performance while seeking to build rapport with the fans by communicating with them, CL. With her silver microphone in hand, shaking her blonde hair, she steals the limelight with her awesome rapping abilities. She stepped up to being the MC for the Japanese NOLZA, as said by the fans. She also amazed them with her expressive dancing. With her profile and sharp eyes, she does give off an extreme force while remaining to be feminine, truly a representation of the new women of the 21st century.

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Vocal talent that gives of an undeniable appealing presence
BOM

2NE1’s unmistakable songstress, Bom. Although she is the group’s eldest, when she takes her part as the MC, she sets the mood that the other members follow. With her green mic, she belted out her powerful vocals, her voice reverberating the high notes to every corner of the venue. She showed off a grand appearance, wearing a wedding gown, when it came the time for her solo, and everytime she stepped up to be the MC, it set a warm atmosphere, indeed Park Bom showed a different side of herself during this tour.

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The one in-charge of charming beauty and cuteness who attracts with her fresh vocals
DARA

She is in charge of the unique and excellent image of the group, 2NE1, because of her natural beauty and bubbly cuteness of which she can proudly boast of, Dara. Clutching her orange microphone with which she broadcasts her refreshing voice, her existence is like a shining star, and her presence is really powerful live. During MC time, she said, “Let’s eat at CoCo Ichi Curry!” encouraging the fans, and proving that she owns the humor on-stage. On the other hand, she showed everyone that she also possesses strong vocals during her solo performance, and gave an unexpected side of her that everyone should watch out for.

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The heart and mind are all synchronized to the movements of dance
MINZY

She is the youngest of the group, but when she is on stage, she dominates with her exceptional dancing skills, Minzy. Her purple microphone vaguely the same as her hair color, she showcases her singing and rapping just as boldly. As an MC, she showed her natural personality, without candor. Her aggressiveness and flexibility shown in her dance moves leaves a powerful impact that cannot be forgotten. In the live performance, she shows consistent progress during her dance that builds up the feel little by little, until this young girl shows that she is unstoppable.

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This is just the first part. Song intro plus misc pages would follow.

Credits:

Scans: BlackjackNao@OhDara
Jap-Kor Trans: BlackjackNao@OhDara
Kor-Eng Trans: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/ SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara
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Videos/Fancams: 111022 2NE1 at the Hyundai i ★ Festa Mini Concert

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Videos

Photo: 111023 2NE1 for Nikon’s “A Shot A Day”

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Endorsement, Photos

Photos: 111022 2NE1 at the Hyundai i ★ Festa Mini Concert (Part 1)



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