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Article: MTV STYLE – 2NE1 Take Headwear To New Heights On ‘FAULT’

2NE1 Take Headwear To New Heights On ‘FAULT’

It’s kind of impossible not to fall in love with 2NE1. Like, the moment we realized they alsoshare a serious obsession with Jeremy Scott and decked-out winged sneakers, we were ALL aboard this K-Pop train. Typically, the 4-piece girl group (which includes Dara, CL, Minzy and Bom) can be seen sporting larger-than-life technicolor onstage ensembles orkiller customized streetwear, but when we peeped them on the recently-released Dreams & Nightmares issue of FAULT Magazine, they totally transitioned over to the dark side. *cue spooky ghost sounds* All four ladies were clad in fancy, all-black ensembles paired with animal-inspired headgear that looked straight from the Viking era. And we’re not talking cutesy little horns here—we’re talking insane headpieces with spikes on them. Yeah. Spikes, people. On horns. The cover shoot, photographed by Giuliano Bekor and styled byAvo Yermagyan, shows a darker, goth-glam side of the girl group, which was used as a double cover with Kelly Osbourne’s goth glam shoot from a few weeks ago. OMG, our cold, black hearts can barely handle all this goth-y goodness.

Dara looked kooky-cute in her black and white striped tights, pleated skater dress, insane stacked heels, intricate antlers, and high-fashion hunch pose.

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Article: FORBES – Bigger Than Psy: 2NE1 and the Future of K-Pop

Bigger Than Psy: 2NE1 and the Future of K-Pop

The event roster for the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, is fairly diverse. On any given night, the arena might play host to an American Idol concert, a hockey game or a death-metal mini-festival. But on August 17th, the main attraction was something unusual even for a bastion of bizarreness.

Just before bass started thumping, a projector illuminated the curtain with images of a diamond, a spade, a heart and a club, representing the four diminutive members of the musical act known as 2NE1. Pronounced “twenty-one,” as in blackjack’s magic number, the group—CL, Bom, Minzy and Dara—proceeded to stomp across the stage as a crowd of 10,000-plus rapped and sang along with them in Korean.

“I think Korea right now is really passionate about music. I mean, everybody is, but we’re passionate about performing and we love music,” CL explained when the group stopped by FORBES’ New York headquarters a few days later. “So I think the world is feeling that right now, feeling the energy.”

The world certainly is feeling the energy of Korean pop music—better known as K-Pop—in general, and one need only look at Seoul rapper Psy’s viral “Gangnam Style” video for evidence. The clip has racked up over 475 million YouTube views in since its launch three months ago; Psy himself was recently signed to Schoolboy Records, the Universal Music Group imprint run by Scooter Braun, who also manages Justin Bieber, Carly Rae Jepsen and Asher Roth.

Though Psy has been getting all the publicity of late, his female counterparts in 2NE1 may actually be the bigger stars. Known by many as the Korean version of the Spice Girls, the group has sold 27 million digital downloads to date, including the single “I Am The Best,” which moved 4.5 million units and won Song of the Year honors at Asia’s Mnet Awards.

“Before this song, people in other markets knew 2NE1 more than Psy,” says Danny Im, former member of the K-Pop group 1TYM. “2NE1 was way bigger. They were hitting No. 1 when Psy was on hiatus.”

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Interview: 2NE1 for Fault Magazine

Aside from the gorgeous pictures taken for FAULT Magazine, the girls also had solo interviews about their thoughts on their tour, their musical and fashion influences, fans’ support, future plans etc. Check out their interview and solo pictures!

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News: 2NE1’s New Releases Re-Scheduled for November

2NE1’s New Releases Re-Scheduled for November

2NE1 and Big Bang’s Taeyang are set to come out with new singles this November.

On the 5th, Yang Hyun Suk, the president of YG Entertainment, which is one of the top entertainment agencies in Korea, told Star News about their plans to release new materials for girl group 2NE1 and Taeyang.

On this day, Yang Hyun Suk revealed to Star News that, “2NE1 was originally set to come out with a new album on October, but because of their world tour, the possibility that they would make their new release on November instead, is more likely to happen.”

Yang Hyun Suk added, “2NE1 is scheduled to have their recording this month,” he said, “You will probably hear 2NE1’s stylish and unique new songs in November.”

2NE1’s new album is already highly expected, with the public putting much attention to it, ever since the release of their single, “I Love You” last July, which dominated various music charts.

Credits: http://news.nate.com/view/20121005n22391
Translated by: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/ SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara

T/N: Not really clear if they are going to release a new single, new singles, or a new album on November. We would just have to wait and see.

2NE1 and Taeyang to Release New Songs in November

It seems Big Bang‘s Taeyang and the girls of 2NE1 will be returning to the music scene in November!

According to information revealed to ‘Star News’ by YG Entertainment‘s Yang Hyun Suk, Taeyang and 2NE1 are both set to release new projects next month.

“Although 2NE1 was originally scheduled to release a new album in October, due to their world tour, it is most likely at the moment that they will be releasing new material in November instead,” Yang Hyun Suk stated. “For the time being, we have scheduled for 2NE1 to record this month… You’ll be able to meet new songs overflowing with 2NE1′s unique style this coming November.”

On Taeyang’s solo comeback, he commented, “For Taeyang’s case, he was originally going to to release a solo album this past summer with G-Dragon and start promotions… He worked with American producers and had completed the new album. However, he, as well as I, were both not completely satisfied and thus decided not to release it at the time.”

“Taeyang is currently reworking on the solo album and may be able to release a new song as a single first in November… I’m a fan of Taeyang myself, so I am highly anticipating the stage for his new solo song,” he said, and wrapped up by adding, “In October, YG’s Epik High as well as Lee Hi (Lee Ha Yi) will also reveal new songs… As we’re also expecting 2NE1 and Taeyang promotions on top of all that, we are already looking forward to enjoying the end of the year with fans.”

Source: Allkpop

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News: MBLAQ’s Thunder and 2NE1′s Dara Celebrate Their ‘Weekly Idol’ Victory on Twitter

MBLAQ’s Thunder and 2NE1′s Dara Celebrate Their ‘Weekly Idol’ Victory on Twitter

MBLAQ‘s Thunder and 2NE1‘s Dara were chosen by fellow celebrities as the #1 family in entertainment.

The survey was run by MBC Every1‘s ‘Weekly Idol‘, and the episode aired on October 3rd at 6PM KST. Right after Thunder saw the episode, he took to his Twitter to tweet his happiness to his sister, writing, “Big Sis we’re first place♥ Yay!!!”

Dara replied quickly, saying, “Gaeddong~~~~~!!!!!!!ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ So happy!!! Congratulations!!!^.^ Thank you to everyone who chose us! We’ll be showing you good sibling chemistry from now on as well! Bowing down! (__)“, showing her excitement as well.

The two have always shown their affection for each other in various forms. The exchange on Twitter only seemed to confirm their status as the #1 idol siblings.

Fans of both siblings who saw the exchange commented, “You two are the best!“, “No siblings can beat the Park siblings“, and “I want a family like this“.

Source: ALLKPOP

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Article: 2NE1′s Dara and MBLAQ’s Thunder chosen as the #1 idol family on ‘Weekly Idol’

2NE1′s Dara and MBLAQ’s Thunder chosen as the #1 idol family on ‘Weekly Idol’

On the upcoming episode of MBC Every1‘s ‘Weekly Idol‘, 2NE1‘s Dara and MBLAQ‘s Thunder were ranked as the #1 idol family by fellow idols.

The poll entitled, ‘Unstoppable Family Love! Well-Known Idol Families Best 10‘, was held by the show and obtained the votes of idols to determine who made it to the top.

Runners up in this list include siblings Super Junior‘s Leeteuk and Park In Young, JYJ‘s Yoochunand actor Park Yoo Hwan, and Girls’ Generation‘s Jessica and f(x)‘s Krystal.

TEEN TOP‘s C.A.P. revealed his reason for selecting Dara and Thunder commenting, “I think it would be fun to for them to do a show together as siblings.” KARA‘s Seungyeon also expressed her envy and shared, “The two siblings seem really close, so I am jealous. I wish I had a younger brother like him too.”

Tune in for the rankings on October 3rd at 6PM KST.

Source + image(s): AllKpop And TV Daily via Nate

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News: 2NE1 and Se7en Take a Family Portrait Together

The YG Family loving continues.

On September 24, Park Bom tweeted, “Before going up on stage~~*^____^* Family portrait~~~^0^~~ edited by CL^^~~ (tried very hard to make it dark keke).”

The photo showed 2NE1 sitting besides Se7en. Most of them are sitting up straight and looking pleasantly to the camera, except for CL, who looks on with a sexy pose.

Se7en later tweeted, “We were supposed to pose modestly, but CL sticks out by herself!! As expected!”

Sandara Park added, “Seriously!! Kekekeke. Her entire life is just sexy!”

2NE1 and Se7en gathered together on September 24, to perform at the Pantech Vega R3 launching show in Gangnam. Although not pictured in the family portrait, fellow YG artist, Gummy, was also present for the event.

Photo Credit: Park Bom’s Twitter

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News: 2NE1’s Sandara Park Attracts Eyes With a Heart Mark on Her Head

2NE1’s Sandara Park Attracts Eyes With a Heart Mark on Her Head

Sandara Park became an issue as she makes a heart shape on her half-shaved head.

Recently, Gong Min Ji of the same girl group tweeted a picture with the comment, “You have a great picture here. The other one was just to play around.”

Sandara Park appears in the picture. She is turning her head to an opposite direction from the camera and poses as if she is holding her tears. The heart shape on her half-shaved head draws particular attention.

Netizens who saw the posting commented: “The heart shape on Sandara Park’s half-shaved head looks cute.” “The heart looks really pretty.” “Only Sandara Park can stand having a heart on her half-shaved head.”

Source: en.korea.com

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Photo: Dara on the Entertainment Section of Manila Bulletin Newspaper (Philippines)

Thanks to @ParisBartender for sharing!

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News: Which Girl Group is the “Female Warrior”?

Which Girl Group is the “Female Warrior”?

Netizens chose girl groups with an amazon like image in a survey conducted by Sony Pictures from August 27 to September 2 for the release of Resident Evil 5: The Final Judgment.

The poll focused on naming girl groups that would best represent the female warrior concept such as the main character of the movie, Alice, played by Milla Jovovich.

“World Power” girl group representatives 4minute and SNSD placed #3, while Sistar ranked #2 and 2NE1 topped the poll at #1 with about 50% of votes.

Source: E2News

Cr: Yoobin @ 4-minute.com via dkpopnews

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