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Article: Female K-Pop Idols: Blonde Bombshells – Dara

Female K-Pop Idols: Blonde Bombshells – Dara

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When it comes to blonde hair, Korean women are either a hit or miss. They either look absolutely blonde and bodacious, or they look like they fell into a yellow puddle of hell. I touched upon some female K-pop blondes slightly in a previous post, but I wanted to do a more thorough article on the best blondies in the biz, inspired by Dara’s latest blonde-do:

2NE1’s Dara looks absolutely positively immaculate as a blonde. 2NE1’s new MV to “Falling In Love” has got a ton of great elements, but the one thing that sticks out to me the most is Dara’s blonde, pin-straight hair. Never in my life have I looked at a fellow Korean woman and thought that blonde suited her until my eyes saw Dara’s new hairstyle. To say I love it on her is an understatement, and while she looks better when it’s not a hot mess, she still looks fabuloso! Best blonde ever!

Note: Parts not related to Dara were omitted.

Source: KpopStarz

Article: 2NE1 Knocks Out 7 iTunes Around the World in Just 24 Hours

2NE1 KNOCKS OUT 7 ITUNES AROUND THE WORLD IN JUST 24 HRS

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NE1’s new song ‘FALLING IN LOVE’ stood on top of 7 iTunes around the world in less than 24 hours after its release.

‘FALLING IN LOVE’, which was released on July 8 at 0 a.m., immediately rose to #1 on iTunes of Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, Brunei and Hong Kong.

‘FALLING IN LOVE’ is still gradually penetrating the world – in Indonesia and Thailand it is currently ranked #3, while in Finland, Sweden and Macau, it is within rank #20. The phenomenal performance of 2NE1 is even more special as it was accomplished in less than 24 hours of the release.

2NE1 has already proved themselves the ‘high class’ powerful girl group when the new song swept across 9 Korean music charts instantly after its release.

The reggae song ‘FALLING IN LOVE’ is 2NE1’s first attempt at this genre, each member transforming themselves into summery looks. Their last big hit ‘I LOVE YOU’, which was a trot-style (the oldest form of Korean pop music) song, is followed by the newly released ‘FALLING IN LOVE’ – writing another success story for the group.

Meanwhile, 2NE1 is preparing for their first comeback performance of ‘FALLING IN LOVE’ on Mnet’s M Countdown for July 11.

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Source: YG-Life

Article: Perez Hilton – “2NE1 Is Falling In Love!”

Another shoutout from Perez! He’s such a big 2NE1 fan. ^_^

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Source: Perez Hilton

Article: Billboard – “2NE1 Kicks Off New Album With Reggae-Tinged ‘Falling in Love'”

2NE1 Kicks Off New Album With Reggae-Tinged ‘Falling in Love

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The K-pop foursome reveals the first track from a monthly single release schedule before their October album release.

K-pop phenoms 2NE1 have made their long-awaited comeback with new single “Falling in Love.” The reggae-influenced track makes has a breezy, summery feel to it and showcases 2NE1‘s knack for fierce sing and rap stylings mixed with catchy hooks.

It’s not a truly standout moment for the foursome, but it is a nice return from a group that has been missing from the scene for almost a year. The group also gets points for incorporating a rarely-heard reggae genre to K-pop.

The video accompanies the audio nicely with CL, Minzy, Dara and Bom in summer-ready outfits dancing outdoors on the beach and in Jamaica-themed sets. In fact, it wouldn’t have been to surprising to see Snoop Lion pop in for a cameo at one point. There also seems to be an added focus on youngest member Minzy letting her lead both verses and rocking a florescent pink wig.

In addition to dropping “Falling in Love,” YG Entertainment has announced that 2NE1 will be releasing a new single every month from July to October, when its new record will be released; it has not been decided if it will be an EP or full-length album. The lengthy wait is odd, as fans may remember hearing a similarly-sounding intro track (featuring CL rapping in English) when 2NE1 performed “I Love You” on TV last summer. If the track had been crafted a year ago, what was the hold up?

2NE1 last made a splash on the K-Pop Hot 100 with their only 2012 single “I Love You” reigning No. 1 for two weeks last summer. Leader CL recently released her debut solo single “The Baddest Female” which peaked at No. 4 last month.

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Source: Billboard

Article: LA Weekly’s “The 10 Sexiest Women in K-Pop” – 2NE1 at #2

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Source: LA Weekly

Article: Keep An Eye on 3 Sensational Features in 2NE1’s Comeback

KEEP AN EYE ON 3 SENSATIONAL FEATURES IN 2NE1’S COMEBACK!

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[OSEN=박현민 기자] The ‘unique girls’ are coming back. It’s 2NE1, with their new song ‘FALLING IN LOVE.’ The group is known for their different characteristics every time they make a comeback, and this time there are 3 distinct and sensational features that will yet again differentiate the group from any other artists.

 # After Trot, it’s time for Reggae!

The new song ‘FALLING IN LOVE’ by 2NE1 is new genre for the group – it’s reggae. 2NE1 had already tried a new genre last year with ‘I LOVE YOU’, which was trot-like (the oldest form of Korean pop music) style. So this year, reggae is another attempt for the group.

According to personnel from YG Entertainment, “’FALLING IN LOVE’ is reggae, a perfect genre for summer embracing various colors and strengths of each 2NE1 member – certainly a heart winner of enthusiastic fans and the public!”

In fact, a K-pop girl group trying this genre of reggae itself is unprecedented. Because the group is already known for their unique and exclusive music style, all eyes are on them to see what kind of pleasant surprises they have ready for the fans.

# A completely different choreography with the guide from overseas choreographers

Like they have always done, 2NE1 has yet again put much effort in the choreography of ‘FALLING IN LOVE’.

To produce something ‘newer than before,’ they have invited some talented choreographers from overseas and invested much time in coming up with a perfect choreography. It is said that the members did not sleep for several nights for the first comeback performance on July 7’s Inkigayo on SBS.

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In their pursuit of something new, they have invested much time and invited top-end choreographers from abroad to work on their stage. Their first comeback stage will be on the 7th at SBS’s “Inkigayo.” With their comeback stage only days ago, it is rumored that the members are practicing their choreography day and night.

2NE1 also announced that they would prepare to take to most of the stage without back-up dancers. According to their agency, 2NE1 has been practicing extra hard because the four of them will be onstage by themselves without dancers at least until the second half of the song.

 # Refreshing or shocking? Leading fashion trends

On the 4th, 2NE1 revealed tiehr teaser image. The image shows the members against the backdrop of a beach wearing cool outfits that hint to a refreshing and eye-catching stage.

In the teaser image disclosed on the 5th, the members were seen transformed into Egyptian goddesses, leading to much speculation about what their concept will be onstage. In the image, the members are standing against the backdrop of a scorching hot beach that looks like Egypt. They are wearing cool outfits and posing with charismatic command and they seem to be declaring that they are different from the other girl groups also making their comeback this summer.

Until now, 2NE1 has made headlines not only with their music but also their unique fashion styles that have started whole new fashion trends. This is why so much speculation is being made about what new fashion style 2NE1 will be putting onstage and in the music video. After seeing Dara transformed into a blonde in the teaser image, fans are left wondering what changes the other 2NE1 members have taken as well.

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Source: YG-LIFE

News: 2NE1 Drops New Single After A Year, ”Instant All-Kill”

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Four membered girlgroup 2NE1 (CL, Park Bom, Minji, Sandara) just released a new single, exactly a year after their previous comeback and is climbling Korea’s Top Charts quickly, standing #1 on most.

On the 8th of July, 2NE1 revealed their new single and MV for ‘’Falling In Love’’, exactly a year after 2NE1 released their hit single ‘’I Love You’’.

This is the first time in four years after 2NE1’s debut that they challenged the genre ‘’reggae’’ which is refreshing for fans and the music industry as they gave it their own spin. Just shortly after a hour release, it topped a few of Korea’s domestic major music charts but after 2 and a half hour it finally topped all the domestic major music charts such as Melon, MNET, Olleh, Naver, Bugs, Monkey3, Soribada, Daum & Cyworld getting yet another ‘’All-Kill’’ in their pocket.

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‘’Falling In Love’’ is a song which is produced by YG’s top producers aka Teddy andChoice37. This song is refreshing with a distinctive reggae melody which makes it a summer mood light-ish track that’s perfect fort his summer. A woman’s heart after falling in love with an attractive male, that’s what the song’s about.

In the music video, the girls of 2NE1 showed a fresh new image, as well as top male modelLee Soohyuk and actor Hong Jong Hyun who appeared in the Music Video as well, shaking up all the woman their hearts.

Meanwhile 2NE1 is set to make their first comeback after a year on MNET’s ‘’M! Countdown’’with ‘’Falling In Love’’ on the 11th.

Source: Nate

Translated By: Yasmine@WeLoveBom

News: SBS’ ‘Inkigayo’ Cancels July 7th Broadcast Due to the Asiana Airlines Crash

As much as it pains us that 2NE1’s comeback has been delayed, let us all be mindful, respectful and sensitive to all the lives lost and those who were injured and affected by the Asiana Airlines plane crash.

We have waited so long for 2NE1’s comeback, we can wait longer. Their comeback has been delayed due to compelling reasons. Let us not forget that.

According to various sources, Inkigayo will still go on as planned but it will NOT BE BROADCASTED. Several groups will still perform for the audience but 2NE1 will not perform live. They will just greet the fans.

On another note, the single release and MV counter is still running on YG-Life.

We are hoping that it will still be released as scheduled!

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Attention K-pop enthusiasts! The upcoming July 7th broadcast of SBS‘ ‘Inkigayo‘ that you’ve all been waiting for will not air today following the tragic Asiana Airlinesplane crash that occurred on the 6th.

 An SBS representative announced, “A special report on the plane crash is set to air in the ‘Inkigayo’ time slot. Following the plane crash, we feel that the celebratory atmosphere of the music show does not match with the public sentiment, so we made this decision.”

 2NE1, A Pink, Dynamic Duo, MYNAME were scheduled to make their comeback stages as well as Ivy who planned to hold her farewell stage. The artists have already pre-recorded their stages and it has been revealed that only those who were present at the venue will be able to see the stages as it will not air.

Source: Allkpop

Article: 2NE1 Radical Strategy, Performance First..Their Hidden Weapon?

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2NE1 goes a different route by releasing a performance before the song and raises curiosity as to what their ‘secret weapon’ will be. So far they have been the center of attention amongst their peers with their overpowering performance, so to release a performance before a song shows their confidence.

The order that ‘singers release their songs and then appear on music programs for their comeback performance’ is protocol in the music industry. The concern is that if the performance is revealed first, there could be illegal downloading or streaming affecting the sale. As a result, the performance is usually revealed last. In the case of 2NE1, a top group with guaranteed sales, this is an unprecedented feat.

Nevertheless, 2NE1 is scheduled to appear on SBS ‘Inkigayo’ on the 7th before the release of their new single ‘Falling in Love’ on the 8th. Currently they are getting ready for the performance and have even hired a foreign choreographer.

What is especially unique about 2NE1’s performance is that the genre is new. In July last year, they remarkably crossed over genres with the teuroteu-like ‘I Love You’. This time, they are expected to surprise once more with reggae.

Fashion also plays a part in the fun. 2NE1 became the hot topic with ‘I Love You’ when they went with an unusual concept of wearing leopard prints, swaying scarves, and parrots on their shoulders. So it is expected that this time they will also cause a stir with fashion, choreography and accessories. YG will maintain their reputation of investing whatever they can for a perfect performance.

During their comeback with ‘I Love You,’ 2NE1 reeled in entertainment program appearances to focus on music programs. But considering the fact that they didn’t have much interactions with fans due to world tours, their plan is to do more TV appearances this time. They are slated to release one single per month until October and meet with their longtime fans.

Credit: KpopStarz

Photos/Feature: Trendy 2NE1’s New Looks for New “Falling In Love” Promotional Pictures

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Special | 2NE1 comeback, now with Naver Music!

2NE1 are returning after a year, with “Falling In Love.” “Falling In Love” is expected to have a reggae style, which is a genre that 2NE1 has never done before, rising up to this challenge with their new style in music. The song has a distinct summer feel, and the reggae melody is impressive. The challenge of a new reggae genre may be imminent, but it is expected that 2NE1’s unique colors and strengths would win the hearts of fans and the public.

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Group photo! Loving the rustic feel of this one.. ^_^ Park sisters sitting down together, while maknaes are standing up.. ^_^

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OH.MY.GOSH. Minzy looks crazy awesome with pastel pink hair! <333

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Gorgeous, sexy Bommie be working it!!! ❤

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And here’s CL-roo, be all chill, lying down under the sun. ^_^

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