Saturday, 15 October 2011
[Eng Subs] SS501 Kim Kyu Jong on Dream Team
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1 million signatures TO SUPPORT SS501 back together!
I found this on Facebook and I immediately thought of sharing this here on my blog. why? Simply because I really wanted them back... though this is not official but who might knows this maybe the way to get them back... I really miss our boys together...T.T
Let me use the instruction and quotation provided on the page:
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Let me use the instruction and quotation provided on the page:
It has been a long time since SS501 members went solo...
We miss them!
We support them all the time!
We have been waiting for their comeback for so long!
We want them to comeback as SS501 again!
Join us! :)
All you need to do:
+ CLICK "Attend" this event,
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+ DON'T click "May attend" or "Not attend"!
+ Please invite your friends too :) ♥
We will support them no matter what happens :) Don't lose the faith!
We miss them!
We support them all the time!
We have been waiting for their comeback for so long!
We want them to comeback as SS501 again!
Join us! :)
All you need to do:
+ CLICK "Attend" this event,
+ Post: "Signed" on this event's wall if you agree,
+ DON'T click "May attend" or "Not attend"!
+ Please invite your friends too :) ♥
We will support them no matter what happens :) Don't lose the faith!
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Kim Hyun Joong: “The debut solo album was able to reflect the solo side of myself and this time [Lucky Guy album] I’m presenting my music to everyone
Kim Hyun Joong comeback too soon?
Following the launch of his first solo mini-album album “Break Down” four months ago, Kim Hyun Joong returns this week with another mini-album “Lucky“. Although many people felt that his return is too soon, Kim Hyun Joong thinks that it has been long overdue. “Many people are saying how quickly that I’m coming out again, but I personally think that a long time has passed. There will be another single album in January.”
“The debut solo album was able to reflect the solo side of myself and this time I’m presenting my music to everyone. I have put in a lot of effort in the music, it suits everyone. I had wanted to show that I can perform on stage alone through “Break Down”, in my new songs, I hope everyone can pay more attention to my music.”
In the new album, Kim Hyun Joong participated widely in album production and worked closely with C-Luv who has produced “Rainism” for Rain and MBLAQ‘s debut album, along with Steven Lee who has been working on not only Kim Hyun Joong’s debut album but also fellow SS501 members, Heo Young Saeng and Kim Kyu Jong‘s debut albums as well. The album has attracted much attention due to the wide selection of musical styles, ranging from punk rock to American R&B through the five songs.
Kim Hyun Joong will be showing his maturing singing skills in “I Am Your Man“. He was also honest to add, “frankly, people do not harbor much curiosity in my music, that’s why I want to show more, wanting to sing songs that are appealing to everyone. I know people’s expectations are not so high, so I have selected music that are relatively simple.”
“The acoustic version of “I Am Your Man” gives a calm feeling, I have been receiving vocal training so there will be many changes, including my way of singing. Female fans may like the sound, my voice has indeed improved progressively.”
Title track “Lucky Guy” embodies rock band music that speaks of Kim Hyun Joong’s style, a genre that he loves. “In fact, I am very worried that the public could not accept such a song, and we had also invited a band and guitarist for live accompaniment. Although it is band music, I hope that we could present a song that we can dance to even without the presence of a band. The most exciting is club music, but since it no longer exists, I feel that band music would add more flavor.”
The title track “Lucky Guy” is Kim Hyun Joong’s favorite, recording for the song has also been very interesting. “In a part of the song, there is a howl, I have wanted to put a female’s voice initially, but it’s really hard to find that kind of sexy voice, so I used a wolf’s howl instead.”
Kim Hyun Joong said, the launch of this album complies with all of his requirements. It is not difficult to tell that he has put in a lot of effort from the pictures of the album cover. “I hope to be recognized in the things I want to do, not because of somebody’s demands.”
The album promotions will only last for three weeks due to various promotional engagements in Asia. Kim Hyun Joong too expressed regret, “three weeks is really short, unfortunately, but there are scheduled activities and to release the new album during this time although somewhat regretful, I will do my best. I hope to meet a lot of fans.”
“Actually I did not anticipate that the response for my comeback being too soon, that’s why sometimes I think I’m being impatient. Although the time was very short but I’d dedicated all efforts in completing the album, wanting to return sooner so that everyone will not forget about me. Next year, I should have something new to bring to you and I hope to have your continued support.”
“Lucky” has officially hit the record stores on October 11 and fans may look forward to the full music video on October 13. Kim Hyun Joong’s comeback stage is set for October 20 through Mnet‘s “M! Countdown“.
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Kim Hyun Joong Schedule for October 2011
Kim Hyun Joong Schedule ~ October 2011
Credit: hyun-joong.com/fanclub_heneci_a/schedule/calendar.asp?code=schedule_fan
2011.10.07 (Fri)
1st Teaser MV - Lucky Guy released at around 2:00pm (KST)
2011.10.10 (Mon)
2nd Teaser MV - Lucky Guy released at 3:00pm (KST)
2011.10.11 (Tue)
2nd mini album 'LUCKY' to be released online at online music sites
3rd Teaser MV - Lucky Guy released at around 0:00am (KST)
2011.10.12 (Wed)
Recording MBC Come To Play
2011.10.13 (Thur)
Recording SBS Strong Heart 100 Episode Special
Full MV - Lucky Guy (Time to be announced later)
2011.10.17 (Mon)
[TV] Broadcast of MBC Yoo Jae-seok & Kim Won-Hee's Come To Play (23:15~)
[Radio] MBC FM4U 2 o'clock date Joo Young Hoon (91.9MHz)
2011.10.18 (Tue)
[TV] Broadcast of Strong Heart (23:15~)
Recording SBS-R POWER FM Kim Chang-Ryul's Old School (with Kyu Jong)
2011.10.20 (Thur)
MNET MCountdown (18:00 ~)
2011.10.22 (Sat)
MBC Music Core (16:00 ~)
Recording Yeosu World Expo Success Special Concert - Crossing the seas to the world
(Ilsan Lake Park - first come first serve basis free entrance)
2011.10.24 (Mon)
[Radio] SBS-R POWER FM Kim Chang-Ryul's Old School (with Kyu Jong) 107.7MHz (16:00 ~)
[Radio] MBC FM Younha's Starry Night 95.9MHz (22:05 ~)
2011.10.25 (Tue)
[TV] Broadcast of Yeosu World Expo Success Special Concert - Crossing the seas to the world (18:20 ~)
[TV] Broadcast of Strong Heart (23:15~)
2011.10.28 (Fri)
Recording 7th Busan International Fireworks Festival 'Hallyu Concert'
MC Kim Hyun Joong, Ha Ji Won
2011.10.29 (Sat)
Secret Garden Event - Not opened to public~
2011.11.01 (Tue)
[TV] Broadcast of Strong Heart (23:15~)
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Kim Hyun Joong: "I want to perform music that has a reversal"
Kim Hyun-joong: 'I Am More Deeply Attached to My Work Than Before'
Kim Hyun-joong, who released his second mini album, said, "I want to perform music that has a reversal".
Singer and actor Kim Hyun-joong cast off his tough and charismatic image and made a comeback with an image of a mischievous gambler. Kim Hyun-joong released his second mini album entitled "Lucky" on October 11, and it was different from his first solo album entitled "Break Down" by utilizing a funky band sound.
Kim Hyun-joong gave an interview at Coex Intercontinental Hotel on October 10, and he said, "I have wanted to present music that has a reversal. Many people seemed to expect that I would release music that would be similar to my previous album 'Break Down', and I think that I successfully provided a reversal in light of that. People will evaluate my album, but I personally want to give 100 points to my album as I had put my utmost efforts into create this album". He revealed that he was satisfied with his album. He continued, "I think that I have to play music that my fans and ordinary people can enjoy. 'Break Down' was not a kind of music that people will pay to download the songs, but I thought that people might be able to enjoy the new album while watching and listening to the songs. This time, I focused on music that everybody can pleasantly sing along to". The album "Lucky" contains a total of five songs including funky rock music with the up tempo track "Lucky Guy", which is based on the sound of his band, a funky rock-and-roll track entitled "Do You Like That?" the ballad song entitled "I Am Your Man", and a song with lovely lyrics entitled "U". Kim Hyun-joong is highly interested in band music, and he came up with the idea of creating "band music that can be listened to while dancing". Members of the rock band "Day Break" and the funk soul band "Common Ground" participated in playing the music.
Kim had presented the image of a tough man with his previous album "Break Down", but this time, he had to create the image of a "preppy guy" who is stylish and mischievous, so he tried to lose weight and successfully lost five kilograms by exercising. Kim Hyun-joong emphasized his new image by saying, "I wanted to create popular and stylish music. And when I had been agonizing over how to present a freewheeling image, I happened to watch the movie 'Ocean's Eleven', and I thought 'This is it' because it looked so cool to me. I tried to come up with various exciting elements". He also used the idea of telling the story of a gambler inspired from the movie 'Ocean's Eleven' for his music video, which will be soon released, and there will be another reversal that he used on purpose considering the censorship criteria. The characters of the music video will play games in the casino, but the game is actually a board game named Blue Marble. Kim explained, "We filmed the board of the Blue Marble game and the chips separately considering the censorship criteria". He laughed.
Kim will hold activities with the new album in Korea for only three weeks, and then he will begin a concert tour in Japan. The concert tour will begin from November 9 in Osaka, and he will also hold a concert in the cities of Japan including Tokyo, Nagoya, Sendai, and Yokohama with a total of 30,000 audience members. Kim Hyun-joong said, "I feel sad that I have to finish activities in Korea after such a short schedule as the schedule for my concert tour in Japan had already been organized. But at the same time, I think that it will be a good opportunity for me because Girls' Generation will also begin activities during the same period as me. I have to perform music when people are highly interested in music (laugh)".
Kim's schedule has been fully booked. He will release his digital single in December and his third album next year in January. In addition, he is also planning to hold a world concert tour. He explained the reason why he released his second album after only four months since he had released his first solo album in June. It was because he wanted to have many good songs before he will hold the world concert tour. He will also make a comeback as an actor next year at around June after he finishes his world concert tour. He revealed his desire for acting by saying, "I have not chosen any work to appear in yet, but I will definitely appear in some work". Kim added, "I think that I cannot hold activities both as a singer and an actor at the same time. It will be very tough. Acting is also a very hard task, but it is still very difficult for me as a singer because I have to always stay in tension due to the fact that a singer is constantly evaluated by people. And I think that time flies while I am holding activities as a singer. When I was busy with activities as a singer, I realized that I want to act again. People can remember acting for a relatively long time; they tend to easily forget about music. But I do not want to appear in a movie, as a movie requires detailed acting. I want to develop my acting ability more while appearing in a drama. I want to take time before I will appear in a movie even though the character whom I will play will be a trivial role".
Kim revealed his plan to release another album at around the end of next year and to hold a concert. Asked whether he feels any difficulties due to his tight schedule and plans, he answered, "I always say that I want to take a break. But I found out that I could not actually take a break even though I have time. One week of break seems to be the maximum period for me. I took a break for one month before I moved to a different agency last year, and I became totally dejected at that time. I felt pressure and I wanted to do something at that time". He reportedly already made plans for his next two years, and he personally revealed that he had already thought about the concept for his next album that will be released next year in January from the moment when he debuted. In addition, he does not want to have a relationship because he has been so busy with his work. He seldom watches TV. He said,"There are only two programs that I watch -- 'The Expert of Life' and 'VJ Special Forces' -- and I like those programs very much. I have realized that there are many mysterious people in the world and I want to focus on only one thing to become an expert like those people".
Kim has continued to hold activities since his debut as a member of the idol group SS501 in 2005, and asked what has changed, he answered, "I was young when I debuted, and I was just happy about becoming an entertainer. But now I have become more attached to my job than before. I always think that I have to be fully prepared for my performances. In addition, I learned how to form relationships with other people. I should not be satisfied with my present position because it will hinder my own development. I have come to feel enthusiasm when thinking about my work". Asked about the possibility of holding activities as the group SS510, he revealed that it would be difficult considering the fact that the members belong to different agencies now. He said, "I might have told good words for my fans, but I have to tell the truth. But we might be able to perform together as part of a joint performance or at an awards ceremony". His final goal as a singer is reportedly holding a free concert at Olympic Stadium with his fans from all around the world and announcing his retirement. Kim said, "I want to finish my activities as a dance musician there. I do not want to show my dance performances until I reach my thirties. I want to study more about music and perform different genres of music, such as band music, that I have always wanted to perform".
Source: english.kbs.co.kr
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Kim Hyun Joong's suprise for the fans: 'Lucky Guy' Dance Rehearsal Video
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Kim Hyun Joong's 'Lucky Guy' MV Full Video is out!
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Interview with Kim Hyun Joong about his present and future career plans
Kim Hyun Joong 김현중:: 46 Interview Series (Oct 10) - Golden Part
Only the very important parts extracted from a total of 46 interviews that he has done with more than 15 media presses on 10th Oct (Monday) at the Intercontinental Hotel. King Hyun Joong is the Legend!
인용한 소스(Source quoted): 김현중 다음 검색
（１）After 30 years old, will stop being a dance singer, and will turn to band singer cum actor. He admits he’s too impatient, because he wants to do all that he can as a dance singer while he still has the ability now, or it will be too late due to army. He also dislikes to become like a handicapped person if he rests for too long. He cannot stop doing things he love so much.
（２）He actually already thought of [LUCKY]‘s concept and 3rd album’s concept before [BREAKDOWN].
（３）On final/last day being a dance singer, he will open a free concert for fans all over the world at a huge venue in Korea, maybe like the Olympic Stadium or Jamshil Stadium. to thank all his fans, every single one.
（４）His previous girlfriend was a non-celebrity. Wasn’t together for long, and broke up before [BREAKDOWN] because was too busy. He has no wish to date for now.
（５）When he prepares for his album, it was a complete full month without night sleep
（６）★Korea 60%, Overseas 40%; in Korea, Actor and Singer 5:5.
（７）The werewolf’s howl at 「Lucky Guy」 02:21 is by Hyun Joong himself. ^^
（８）「U」 was the final recorded song. It was recorded after his Aug 2011 Asia Tour. His condition at that time wasn’t good, it was toughest song recorded.
（９）It does not matter to him whether a full album/mini-album. It is meaningless (I think so too). It’s the quality that matters. and he wants to keep releasing albums in mini- or single manner. Just like format “KHJ’s 1st album”, “KHJ’s 2nd album”, “KHJ’s 3rd album”, etc.
（１０）Fans worry about him going to Sendai for Japan Nationwide Tour. his reply was that it is a place where people live too. If they are alright, he will be too. The stands were decided before the March 2011 earthquake. and he wants to keep to promise.
（１１）Chorus for song 「웃어요(Smile)」 was originally to be done by JYJ Junsu and Jaejoong, but they were releasing album at same time, recording time wasn’t right so could not.
（１２）He says wants to get married at earliest 35 years old.
（１３）He created the Uzooshin character because he likes outer space of course, and it would be so cool to see a thousand alien faces in a pitch dark venue, under one roof (concert/event venue), staring at him.
『Most Importantly』
（１４）★It’s almost impossible to release another SS501 album due to the group name’s copyright by DSP Entertainment. But it is possible for a unite joint stage, maybe at big events like year-end ceremonies, etc. Friendship has never affected. It is not wise to spread rumors around like their album is already recording and will be released when-when-when; it will be more wise to just speak the truth because then, fans won’t be waiting aimlessly, though it may be more hurt.
계획 하에/Planned Project
-인터뷰중에서 인용만-
2011
October 2011 – 2번째 미니앨범 2nd mini-album [LUCKY]
※3 weeks of [LUCKY] promotion※
November 2011 – 일본 전국 투어 Japan Nationwide Tour in 7 cities
December 2011 – 디지털 싱글 Digital single
2012
January 2012 – 3번째 미니앨범 3rd album
※3rd album : 2~3 weeks promotion※
end-January 2012~May 2012 – Asia Tour/World Tour in 12 countries (purely music only)
March 2012 – Starts preparing for acting (see script, read and observe through a variety)
June 2012 – 3rd drama
Year-end (Oct-Dec) 2012 – 4th album
Dec 2012~ – 2nd solo concert
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Kim Kyu Jong reminded of SS501 days whenever he sees Idol groups
Kim Kyu Jong ‘Mature Man, off with cute image’
Source: Sports Seoul
Translation: Honeyeee @ LOVE501.com
Kim Kyu Jong (24) from group SS501 embarks on his solo path.
Kim Kyu Jong recently made a comeback with title song ‘YESTERDAY’, a medium tempo dance song in his mini album, produced by composer Han Sang Won who also composed SS501′s hit song ‘U R Man’. Since SS501 members, Park Jung Min, Kim Hyung Jun, Heo Young Saeng and Kim Hyun Joong have all released their solo albums respectively prior to this, Kim Kyu Jong was the latest member to begin his solo activity.
- Amongst the members, as the last member to release solo album, was not impatient.
In fact, I did not have plans to produce an album within this year. If i was given chance, I hope to try out as an actor in musicals (Kim Kyu Jong participated in the musical ‘Goong’ and took on the role of Prince Shin) and also in dramas before I become active as an singer again. Then one day, my agency’s president found the current title song for album and came to me. He said “This song is really good” He suggested that i give it a try and resume my activities as singer. I liked the song too so agreed readily and everything happened.
- After leaving SS501, don’t you feel the burden despite being alone on stage.
I grew up (matured). In the past, I have members with me to fill up the stage. But now I have to do it alone right from the beginning till the end. Talked to the choreography team hyungs a lot regarding the stage. When I was in SS501, I had the cute image but we agreed that now I should present a more mature and masculine appearance. Therefore, we are using the suspenders as props as we showcase the dance. It gives off a retro yet stylish feel.
- Which of the other member’s solo album do you particularly like?
Personally I like Hyung Jun’s album the most. Hyung Jun originally has sense in music. And because I like songs with pop style, Hyung Jun’s album has the style that is similar to what i like.
- Heo Young Saeng who was from the same agency as you did a rap featuring in your song ‘My Love’. In SS501, Heo Young Saeng was a lead vocalist. Having him featured in rapping was unusual.
Young Saeng has always like rapping. I have seen him rapped when we go to NoRaeBang (Karaoke) and thought he was pretty good. He can do Outsider’s speed rapping well too…. I requested to Young Saeng Hyung “Help me with the rap featuring” , but he was concerned about “Do both of us sound good together?”.
- What is the focusing point of releasing the solo album?
Worried a lot about the title song. How do we keep up with the current trend. Also, if the genre will suit and if it will be popular in overseas. I want a song of my own. Wanted a song that is dreamy yet have a manly style that people will remember it. Like Top Singer Tommy Page, his songs are the style that i want.
- The member which you have been in contact with.
Since Jung Min is having activities in Taiwan, I haven’t been able to keep in contact with him. If time permits, I want to act in Taiwan too. Hahaha. I met Hyung Jun recently and he heard my album too. Hyun Joong hyung is preparing for his 2nd album as well and he also asked me to monitor him.
- Were you reminded of the SS501′s days?
Of course i think of it. Whenever I see Super Junior or other idol groups who were doing activities as the same time as we do in the past singing on TV.
- Plans of getting back together
If between members there is an opportunity next year, we also wish that we can do it together for once. Only if we can clear the busy schedules then we can do that…
- Enjoyed yourself in musical
I enjoy myself but I tend to always worry that i might make mistakes. So I often pray at night. Haha.
- SS501 had the reputation of Hallyu Star. Plans to promote overseas as solo artiste.
I will be holding my first fan meeting in Japan next month. Firstly, i will promote as singer in Korea. I also wish to show myself more and be more active as an actor in overseas. I should be doing various overseas promotion some time next year.
Kim Hyun Joong: I want to hold a final concert for my fans, while I’m still in my prime.”
Kim Hyun Joong on expectations for “Lucky Guy”, going solo, and SNSD
SS501‘s Kim Hyun Joong is making a comeback with his second solo mini-album, ‘Lucky Guy‘. For this latest work, he experimented with a variety of genres, from the punk-rock feel of “Lucky Guy” to the sweet ballad, “I’m Your Man“.
The star recently sat down for an interview with the Korea Times, where he revealed his thoughts on ‘Lucky Guy’, his solo promotions, and the overabundance of idols in the industry.
Check it out below!
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▲Do you have any particular expectations for this album?
Kim Hyun Joong: “I just hope a lot of people listen and enjoy it. I’m interested in hearing what the public has to say about it, more than my actual fans. The sales for ‘Break Down‘ weren’t bad, but I wasn’t satisfied, which is why I focused a bit more on the music this time.”
▲You are only promoting your album for three short weeks. Is that enough time?
Kim Hyun Joong: “I wish I could promote it a while longer, but I have a performance that was scheduled prior and wanted to release the album before then. It’s too bad, but I’ll work hard during the time I have.”
▲Which song is your favorite?
Kim Hyun Joong: “Lucky Guy”. Why? Because it’s the title song (laughs). I want to have a good time performing this song on stage, because I couldn’t when I was performing “Break Down”.
▲Is it lonely performing as a soloist after being in a multi-member group?
Kim Hyun Joong: “Not at all. I want to focus on making a phenomenal album, and when it’s all said and done, I’ll put on a free concert for my fans.”
▲What do you mean, when it’s all said and done?
Kim Hyun Joong: “The career of a dance artist is short-lived. It’s not realistic for me to be in my mid-thirties and dance to 20 songs in a row on stage. I want to hold a final concert for my fans, while I’m still in my prime.”
▲Rain has just enlisted in the military, meaning that there is now a void in the ‘male solo-artist’ domain. Are you looking to become the next Rain?
Kim Hyun Joong: “Rain has accomplished so much during his career. It’s a little different for me though, because I debuted with a group. Although it may not be me, there will be a solo artist who will surpass Rain’s achievements.”
▲Don’t you think that K-Pop these days focuses too much on the music of idol stars?
Kim Hyun Joong: “I too was an idol star, but I don’t really have any particular thoughts about that. The music the idols are performing now might just be the music pushed by their agency. The stubborn ones will probably break out and produce a solo album to do the kind of music that’s right for them.”
▲Have any junior idols caught your attention?
Kim Hyun Joong: “Not sure, I didn’t really watch any music programs, except when I was promoting “Break Down”. I’m keeping a close eye on SNSD though, because I know they are making a comeback at a date similar to my own.”
▲Aren’t you a little intimidated to go head-to-head with the SNSD girls?
Kim Hyun Joong: “No, not really. I’m not trying to win against SNSD, I just think that the industry will be more lively with their comeback. There will be people who will listen to my music, despite SNSD releasing a new album.”
▲Any plans to go back into acting?
Kim Hyun Joong: “I think I could maybe in June of next year. Nothing specific has been decided yet, but looking at my schedule, I think that would be best. I played two gentle roles for the last two, so this time I want to play the rough, bad boy.”
▲What appeals more to you, acting or singing?
Kim Hyun Joong: “Both have their own appeals. With my music, I can show you what I’m about, but when you act, you live the life of another person. When I sing, I want to act, and when I act, I want to sing (laughs). It’s just hard to do both, is all. With singing, though, you get rated once a week on music programs so it definitely keeps you grounded.”
▲What are your plans for this album?
Kim Hyun Joong: “The media and the public shocked me by asking if I was really releasing another album already. I thought maybe I rushed myself, but it’s something I put a lot of effort into and I want to work hard until early next year. I thank my fans for always keeping up with me, and if you have $0.70 to spare, how about you download my new single, haha.”
Source & Images : KoreaTimes via Naver
credits: leesa86@allkpop
Kim Kyu Jong: '...members hold on tightly to me and gave me lots of strength'
I never thought that there are people who didn't recognized the talent of young saeng and kyu jong... tsk.. tsk. i felt sad for them and mad for those people who criticize them that much.. but then also very grateful to them because that made them strong and shows their brothership love to each member....
SS501 fighting! Kim Hyun Joong Fighting! Heo Young Saeng Fighting! Kim Kyu Jong Fighting! Park Jung Min Fighting! Kim Hyung Jun Fighting!....
Kim KyuJong “Ever considered quit being an artist” [Interview 2]
From ：star.mk.co.kr/new/view.php?mc=ST&no=653624&year=2011
Trans from Kor to CHN FIŽ—Í“V“° fromhttp://www.kimkyujong.com.cn
From CHN to Eng: slimz1808
Edited by xiaochu @ Quainte501.com
Kim KyuJong “Ever considered quit being an artist”
SS501 put a temporary stop to their group activities since their last stage together on the 13th June 2010 Newton TV showcase. After which Kim HyunJoong, Kim HyungJun and Park JungMin, these 3 members signed up with new agencies, leaving Kim KyuJong and Heo YoungSaeng who did not find an agency easily. This caused much worries amongst fans until they subsequently signed up with B2M Entertainment and had a series of successful Asia Tour fan. But the wait for more than a year is indeed a long wait for his fans. So what had happened to the Center of SS501 who had become a mysterious character during this long absence?
“Ever considered quitting, hence had no desire to go on”
What was done during the long rest? Seems like a long long rest..
When our contracts expired, following the settlement of fellow members, I did consider quitting. I was seriously considering this option. It was my dream since I was young, to become an idol singer, and that has been fulfilled. I spent a good 5 years time in a good place, receiving good treatments. At the same time, there were many people whom I thought was bad because of misunderstanding and also a lot of occasion where I thought they are good people but turned out to be otherwise. I was hurt many times. Hence I thought of quitting, returning to my hometown and start something new with my friends or go back to school. At that time, the people whom I am working with now, hold on to me. A couple of composer hyungs whom I’m close with, taught me ways to have fun working, they even bought me musical equipments, and gave me lots of good advices. As such, I made music, learned to draw and 4 months passed quickly. (slimz1808 : WOW! Din noe wuri kyu learnt drawing..next time FanMeet he can draw pic of fans?!)
Almost starred in dramas during your rest?
I received proposals for ‘Mary is Staying Out’ and ‘Secret Garden’ at the same time. Seems like in ‘Mary is Staying Out’, the role of a member of a band suits me exceptionally well. But I do not have any regrets. Well of course, when would I ever have the chance to star along with Hyun Bin and Ha JiWon. Ha Ha. Really wished to meet them and was very excited but I felt I was lacking in many areas then. If I had taken up the drama then, the success of the drama would make me feel like it is my success. Then others will have the impression ‘So you are this kind of person’.
People around you were impatient about the long absence
I’m really fine but fans were really worried (slimz1808 : OMG! How can we not be worried, reading these articles made us even MORE worried. Imagine he ever considered resigning?!). Many even called the company asking ‘What exactly is Kim KyuJong doing’. Ha Ha.
“Recharging as much as I have rested, now it is time to charge forward. All aside. Now.”
Did you recover your confidence during your rest?
I overcame my fears from my involvement in Goong. I also went for some drama auditions for the experience of it, but it still felt like my heart was about to burst when I read the scripts.
How are things now?
I’m not nervous now. For this album performance, I only felt slight nervousness for my debut stage on Mcountdown. After starring in Goong, I have developed such thinking “ah, can’t bother, just do according to what I think it should be”. In the past I had always been burdened by the thoughts of “Is this the correct answer, if I do this, what if others do not like what I have done?”.
Hope to be looking forward to the upcoming drama that you are casted in. (Kim KyuJong has been casted in TV ChoSeon’s drama ‘Saving Madame Go BongShil)
Truthfully, I am relieved that my role is not a comparatively huge one. However it’s my first drama, so I want to do well for it. My parts should be starting from episodes 7-8 onwards and will be on one scene each time. My role is a chic city guy who dreams to be a musical actor.
“Wants to let the public knows that I, am Kim Kyu Jong.”
Actually looking at KyuJong, we think that he seems to lack of self-confidence. Have you ever been pushed over by fans?
(slimz1808 : haizzz…poor boys) It was very severe. Ever since our debut, in fact we heard many times from fans that YoungSaeng hyung and I should be excluded from the group before the group can succeed. I also received a lot of letters too. I drank a lot with YoungSaeng hyung back then. (laughs) Both of us chatted over drink and talked about everything and anything, and said ‘next time we must laugh while talking about this day’, and those days, we had our concert in Tokyo. At the ending of the concert, we sang “Wings of the World” and both of us burst out crying. At that time, members held on tightly to me and gave me lots of strength. (slimz1808 : sobzzz… teary eye-ed while I trans this…. Awh!)
It is a fact that the public’s awareness of entertainer Kim KyuJong is not high
I want to let the public know about me now. Even when I take taxi, the taxi driver would only repeatedly say that they’ve seen me somewhere before. Even if I tell them the group name, they don’t really know. In times like this, if I say HyunJoong hyung’s name, the taxi driver would go ‘ah~’, and recognizes. Ha Ha.
It is good that members are doing well but as a member of the group, I felt sorry that I am unable to keep up with the level of recognition. There is really only one aim for my album and drama this time.
It is for the public to ‘know Kim KyuJong’. That’s why I will be going other cities more often too. To let them listen more of my song. (laugh)
From ：star.mk.co.kr/new/view.php?mc=ST&no=653624&year=2011
Trans from Kor to CHN FIŽ—Í“V“° fromhttp://www.kimkyujong.com.cn
From CHN to Eng: slimz1808
Edited by xiaochu @ Quainte501.com
Kim KyuJong “Ever considered quit being an artist”
SS501 put a temporary stop to their group activities since their last stage together on the 13th June 2010 Newton TV showcase. After which Kim HyunJoong, Kim HyungJun and Park JungMin, these 3 members signed up with new agencies, leaving Kim KyuJong and Heo YoungSaeng who did not find an agency easily. This caused much worries amongst fans until they subsequently signed up with B2M Entertainment and had a series of successful Asia Tour fan. But the wait for more than a year is indeed a long wait for his fans. So what had happened to the Center of SS501 who had become a mysterious character during this long absence?
“Ever considered quitting, hence had no desire to go on”
What was done during the long rest? Seems like a long long rest..
When our contracts expired, following the settlement of fellow members, I did consider quitting. I was seriously considering this option. It was my dream since I was young, to become an idol singer, and that has been fulfilled. I spent a good 5 years time in a good place, receiving good treatments. At the same time, there were many people whom I thought was bad because of misunderstanding and also a lot of occasion where I thought they are good people but turned out to be otherwise. I was hurt many times. Hence I thought of quitting, returning to my hometown and start something new with my friends or go back to school. At that time, the people whom I am working with now, hold on to me. A couple of composer hyungs whom I’m close with, taught me ways to have fun working, they even bought me musical equipments, and gave me lots of good advices. As such, I made music, learned to draw and 4 months passed quickly. (slimz1808 : WOW! Din noe wuri kyu learnt drawing..next time FanMeet he can draw pic of fans?!)
Almost starred in dramas during your rest?
I received proposals for ‘Mary is Staying Out’ and ‘Secret Garden’ at the same time. Seems like in ‘Mary is Staying Out’, the role of a member of a band suits me exceptionally well. But I do not have any regrets. Well of course, when would I ever have the chance to star along with Hyun Bin and Ha JiWon. Ha Ha. Really wished to meet them and was very excited but I felt I was lacking in many areas then. If I had taken up the drama then, the success of the drama would make me feel like it is my success. Then others will have the impression ‘So you are this kind of person’.
People around you were impatient about the long absence
I’m really fine but fans were really worried (slimz1808 : OMG! How can we not be worried, reading these articles made us even MORE worried. Imagine he ever considered resigning?!). Many even called the company asking ‘What exactly is Kim KyuJong doing’. Ha Ha.
“Recharging as much as I have rested, now it is time to charge forward. All aside. Now.”
Did you recover your confidence during your rest?
I overcame my fears from my involvement in Goong. I also went for some drama auditions for the experience of it, but it still felt like my heart was about to burst when I read the scripts.
How are things now?
I’m not nervous now. For this album performance, I only felt slight nervousness for my debut stage on Mcountdown. After starring in Goong, I have developed such thinking “ah, can’t bother, just do according to what I think it should be”. In the past I had always been burdened by the thoughts of “Is this the correct answer, if I do this, what if others do not like what I have done?”.
Hope to be looking forward to the upcoming drama that you are casted in. (Kim KyuJong has been casted in TV ChoSeon’s drama ‘Saving Madame Go BongShil)
Truthfully, I am relieved that my role is not a comparatively huge one. However it’s my first drama, so I want to do well for it. My parts should be starting from episodes 7-8 onwards and will be on one scene each time. My role is a chic city guy who dreams to be a musical actor.
“Wants to let the public knows that I, am Kim Kyu Jong.”
Actually looking at KyuJong, we think that he seems to lack of self-confidence. Have you ever been pushed over by fans?
(slimz1808 : haizzz…poor boys) It was very severe. Ever since our debut, in fact we heard many times from fans that YoungSaeng hyung and I should be excluded from the group before the group can succeed. I also received a lot of letters too. I drank a lot with YoungSaeng hyung back then. (laughs) Both of us chatted over drink and talked about everything and anything, and said ‘next time we must laugh while talking about this day’, and those days, we had our concert in Tokyo. At the ending of the concert, we sang “Wings of the World” and both of us burst out crying. At that time, members held on tightly to me and gave me lots of strength. (slimz1808 : sobzzz… teary eye-ed while I trans this…. Awh!)
It is a fact that the public’s awareness of entertainer Kim KyuJong is not high
I want to let the public know about me now. Even when I take taxi, the taxi driver would only repeatedly say that they’ve seen me somewhere before. Even if I tell them the group name, they don’t really know. In times like this, if I say HyunJoong hyung’s name, the taxi driver would go ‘ah~’, and recognizes. Ha Ha.
It is good that members are doing well but as a member of the group, I felt sorry that I am unable to keep up with the level of recognition. There is really only one aim for my album and drama this time.
It is for the public to ‘know Kim KyuJong’. That’s why I will be going other cities more often too. To let them listen more of my song. (laugh)
Kim Kyu Jong: I don’t hold the desire to get number 1 position, I just want to go on with the activities for a long time
“The Aim Of This Album Is ‘Making Entertainer Kim KyuJong Being Known’” [Interview 1]
Credits : http://star.mk.co.kr/new/view.php?mc=ST&no=653625&year=2011 + (English Translation) xiaochu @ Quainte501.com
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Kim KyuJong is an entertainer in his 7th year of debut, who talks softly and always replying with “No” when being praised. He is a polite and modest person who will greet people with extreme courtesy even more than a 90 degrees bow, and being a member of an idol group, he somehow had a boring style.
Debuted on 8-Jun-2005, Kim KyuJong, a member of group SS501. DSP Media, who produced 1st generation idol Sechskies and Fin.K.L, came out with SS501 targeting at Dong Bang Shin Gi. Actually in SS501, Kim KyuJong is not a member with distinct existence. Even when he attends variety programs with the other members, instead of standing in front, Kim KyuJong would be standing behind the members smiling good-naturedly. He debuted for 7 years, and returned with his solo album ‘TURN ME ON’ in 2011.
Among the 5 members, Kim KyuJong is the latest to make a solo comeback, thus making fans’ yearnings even more. The aim of this album is making known to people about entertainer ‘Kim KyuJong’, it is the foremost priority than anything else, we met with him for a talk.
“Title song ‘YESTERDAY’, is originally YoungSaeng hyung’s song.”
The last among the members to make your comeback, seems like you have an unusual determination.
It’s a coincidence. I thought that YoungSaeng hyung would be the first to come out but then JungMin prepared even faster. In fact, I originally didn’t have any plans for album this year. I wanted to gather with people I like and make a R&B, Hip Hop crew instead of a solo album. But my company representative said this isn’t the time yet. Title song ‘YESTERDAY’ was a song which YoungSaeng hyung even finished recording for it. But they felt it isn’t suitable for YoungSaeng hyung, and after voting, the song came to me.
So is it right to say that you had wanted this song originally?
No. Definitely not. (laughs) I told YoungSaeng hyung that I will do away with this song. I said I will look for other demo. It wasn’t anything at all when I first listened to it. Haha. But I am singing it now?
I thought it was tacky when I first heard it.
Isn’t it? The more I listen to it, the more I grow to like it. The song will definitely feel better when it gets colder and you listen to it while putting on the ear phone and walking around. Which is why I am considering to stretch the activities this time to a longer period. I plan to go more to other cities and work hard in letting people know this song as well as me before I go to Japan for the musical activities.
The song is about asking for return after breakup, what type of person are you when you’re in love?
I am not someone who will ask for her to return. Because I think that trust is the most important thing in a relationship between two people. I will break up with her right away if one bad thing happened, even if she treats me very well usually.
Just one bad thing and break up right away?
If she is cheating on me, I will be very disappointed and so will do that (break up). I don’t quarrel in love relationship. I am someone who will think positively to what I perceive.
It is the style which frustrates females the most.
That’s why I guess I can’t be in love. (laugh)
Surprised that your activity period is long. Other members had short activity period.
Because of musical schedules, I can’t attend to filming for variety programs. It is a great pity because I would be able to let people know of my song while appearing in variety programs. The broadcast is 1 week after filming, so it is too late to coincide with the album release date. I don’t hold the desire to get number 1 position, I just want to go on with the activities for a long time. It is a great pity because everyone’s activity period is really short compared to the amount of practices they have put in.
Are there any programs that are already scheduled?
I have first recording for ‘ShikShin Road’. Even though I am not a regular cast, the director and JunHa-hyung takes good care of me, so I wanted to attend again. It is a program which is the most enjoyable while filming.
Seems like it is the most exciting program you have filmed.
I really like eating. Hyung will put down their spoon when ‘cut’ is heard, but I really ate until the very end. Thanks to it, I put on a lot of weight. And so I was really stressed too.
Introducing the GopChang (beef intestine) restaurant that you frequent, it has become a place of attraction among the fans.
Actually, the place where I frequent sells beef intestines a bit expensive. I went there quite some time after the broadcast, the boss asked why I didn’t go there for such a long time, and that HyungJun went there frequently with his mother. (laughs) I didn’t go there frequently because I feel that it is expensive, and when I really crave for it, then I will go with what I’ve saved up. Haha.
“Musical, in fact I hated very much to do it in the beginning.”
How was it when you debuted in musical with musical ‘Goong’? Don’t you feel like an outsider?
Not at all. In fact, I hated to do the musical because of that point. So in the beginning for about a week or so, I didn’t eat with them. I was showing my awkwardness for nothing. I thought they will leave me out. But it wasn’t the case. On the contrary, I heard that the other actors/actresses felt that I was being difficult. Because I am someone whom they only see on TV but is here with them. Living together for about a month in Kyoto, we became close to each other. Hyungs will have a drink while giving me guidance on acting, and also gave me a lot of advices. We also went on a MT (membership training) to CheongPyeong a while ago. I even paid the membership fee for manager hyungs and brought them along. It would be great if all of us can go for the Tokyo performance but I guess it would be difficult so it’s really a pity.
How about Kang DongHo who joined the group much later?
Not just DongHo hyung, please be good to all the hyungs. If you look at YooJun (Jang YooJun, actor who acts as Lee Yul in musical ‘Goong’) and me, please feel extremely good. Looking at both of us while we are eating, hyungs would go “Feels pleased if I look at KyuJong, I want to teach YooJun(?)”. Haha
In the release of the scene, KyuJong is the person who got the first kiss of Choi YeSeul.
(Quite seriously) Actually I am really curious. Is that real? YeSeul is actually quite talented. She dances, sings and acts well. Her character is also bright and bubbly. Initially she was extremely shy, but in the ending scene in the Kyoto performance, she jumped and kissed me. It should have ended beautifully like in a comic but it didn’t so it was fun. (laughs)
“Made mistake in musical stage, returned home and cried terribly.”
Watched the performance before our interview. Was it a mistake in the middle of performance? Too mischievous?
No. (Kim KyuJong shook his head violently and replied) It really wasn’t a joke that day. I was only concerned with my own part, so I didn’t know. After the performance, when we gathered and talked, everyone told me I made a mistake. I was really ashamed and said, “I guess I shouldn’t take up Tokyo performance”, but surprisingly there are many people who made mistakes. Jung DongHwa hyung said that was his first mistake in his life. (laugh) The performance was in fact nothing in particular but seems like the atmosphere was by far the best among the performances. I returned home and really cried hard. Because it was really a failure, the seniors who performed together told me that the more the body is tired, the more you have to relax and do it. In the next day’s performance, I relaxed and felt the difference. It’s a pity. Why did you watch the performance on that day. (laugh)
Credits : http://star.mk.co.kr/new/view.php?mc=ST&no=653625&year=2011 + (English Translation) xiaochu @ Quainte501.com
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Kim KyuJong is an entertainer in his 7th year of debut, who talks softly and always replying with “No” when being praised. He is a polite and modest person who will greet people with extreme courtesy even more than a 90 degrees bow, and being a member of an idol group, he somehow had a boring style.
Debuted on 8-Jun-2005, Kim KyuJong, a member of group SS501. DSP Media, who produced 1st generation idol Sechskies and Fin.K.L, came out with SS501 targeting at Dong Bang Shin Gi. Actually in SS501, Kim KyuJong is not a member with distinct existence. Even when he attends variety programs with the other members, instead of standing in front, Kim KyuJong would be standing behind the members smiling good-naturedly. He debuted for 7 years, and returned with his solo album ‘TURN ME ON’ in 2011.
Among the 5 members, Kim KyuJong is the latest to make a solo comeback, thus making fans’ yearnings even more. The aim of this album is making known to people about entertainer ‘Kim KyuJong’, it is the foremost priority than anything else, we met with him for a talk.
“Title song ‘YESTERDAY’, is originally YoungSaeng hyung’s song.”
The last among the members to make your comeback, seems like you have an unusual determination.
It’s a coincidence. I thought that YoungSaeng hyung would be the first to come out but then JungMin prepared even faster. In fact, I originally didn’t have any plans for album this year. I wanted to gather with people I like and make a R&B, Hip Hop crew instead of a solo album. But my company representative said this isn’t the time yet. Title song ‘YESTERDAY’ was a song which YoungSaeng hyung even finished recording for it. But they felt it isn’t suitable for YoungSaeng hyung, and after voting, the song came to me.
So is it right to say that you had wanted this song originally?
No. Definitely not. (laughs) I told YoungSaeng hyung that I will do away with this song. I said I will look for other demo. It wasn’t anything at all when I first listened to it. Haha. But I am singing it now?
I thought it was tacky when I first heard it.
Isn’t it? The more I listen to it, the more I grow to like it. The song will definitely feel better when it gets colder and you listen to it while putting on the ear phone and walking around. Which is why I am considering to stretch the activities this time to a longer period. I plan to go more to other cities and work hard in letting people know this song as well as me before I go to Japan for the musical activities.
The song is about asking for return after breakup, what type of person are you when you’re in love?
I am not someone who will ask for her to return. Because I think that trust is the most important thing in a relationship between two people. I will break up with her right away if one bad thing happened, even if she treats me very well usually.
Just one bad thing and break up right away?
If she is cheating on me, I will be very disappointed and so will do that (break up). I don’t quarrel in love relationship. I am someone who will think positively to what I perceive.
It is the style which frustrates females the most.
That’s why I guess I can’t be in love. (laugh)
Surprised that your activity period is long. Other members had short activity period.
Because of musical schedules, I can’t attend to filming for variety programs. It is a great pity because I would be able to let people know of my song while appearing in variety programs. The broadcast is 1 week after filming, so it is too late to coincide with the album release date. I don’t hold the desire to get number 1 position, I just want to go on with the activities for a long time. It is a great pity because everyone’s activity period is really short compared to the amount of practices they have put in.
Are there any programs that are already scheduled?
I have first recording for ‘ShikShin Road’. Even though I am not a regular cast, the director and JunHa-hyung takes good care of me, so I wanted to attend again. It is a program which is the most enjoyable while filming.
Seems like it is the most exciting program you have filmed.
I really like eating. Hyung will put down their spoon when ‘cut’ is heard, but I really ate until the very end. Thanks to it, I put on a lot of weight. And so I was really stressed too.
Introducing the GopChang (beef intestine) restaurant that you frequent, it has become a place of attraction among the fans.
Actually, the place where I frequent sells beef intestines a bit expensive. I went there quite some time after the broadcast, the boss asked why I didn’t go there for such a long time, and that HyungJun went there frequently with his mother. (laughs) I didn’t go there frequently because I feel that it is expensive, and when I really crave for it, then I will go with what I’ve saved up. Haha.
“Musical, in fact I hated very much to do it in the beginning.”
How was it when you debuted in musical with musical ‘Goong’? Don’t you feel like an outsider?
Not at all. In fact, I hated to do the musical because of that point. So in the beginning for about a week or so, I didn’t eat with them. I was showing my awkwardness for nothing. I thought they will leave me out. But it wasn’t the case. On the contrary, I heard that the other actors/actresses felt that I was being difficult. Because I am someone whom they only see on TV but is here with them. Living together for about a month in Kyoto, we became close to each other. Hyungs will have a drink while giving me guidance on acting, and also gave me a lot of advices. We also went on a MT (membership training) to CheongPyeong a while ago. I even paid the membership fee for manager hyungs and brought them along. It would be great if all of us can go for the Tokyo performance but I guess it would be difficult so it’s really a pity.
How about Kang DongHo who joined the group much later?
Not just DongHo hyung, please be good to all the hyungs. If you look at YooJun (Jang YooJun, actor who acts as Lee Yul in musical ‘Goong’) and me, please feel extremely good. Looking at both of us while we are eating, hyungs would go “Feels pleased if I look at KyuJong, I want to teach YooJun(?)”. Haha
In the release of the scene, KyuJong is the person who got the first kiss of Choi YeSeul.
(Quite seriously) Actually I am really curious. Is that real? YeSeul is actually quite talented. She dances, sings and acts well. Her character is also bright and bubbly. Initially she was extremely shy, but in the ending scene in the Kyoto performance, she jumped and kissed me. It should have ended beautifully like in a comic but it didn’t so it was fun. (laughs)
“Made mistake in musical stage, returned home and cried terribly.”
Watched the performance before our interview. Was it a mistake in the middle of performance? Too mischievous?
No. (Kim KyuJong shook his head violently and replied) It really wasn’t a joke that day. I was only concerned with my own part, so I didn’t know. After the performance, when we gathered and talked, everyone told me I made a mistake. I was really ashamed and said, “I guess I shouldn’t take up Tokyo performance”, but surprisingly there are many people who made mistakes. Jung DongHwa hyung said that was his first mistake in his life. (laugh) The performance was in fact nothing in particular but seems like the atmosphere was by far the best among the performances. I returned home and really cried hard. Because it was really a failure, the seniors who performed together told me that the more the body is tired, the more you have to relax and do it. In the next day’s performance, I relaxed and felt the difference. It’s a pity. Why did you watch the performance on that day. (laugh)
Kim Hyun Joong: 'Bae Yong-joon is a trustworthy brother'
Kim Hyun-joong, "Bae Yong-joon is a reliable brother"
Singer and actor Kim Hyun-joong revealed his close friendship with senior actor Bae Yong-joon.
In a recent interview with ENews, Kim Hyun-joong revealed that he calls Bae Yong-joon, the major shareholder of their management Key East, ‘brother’ and that he is very reliable.
Kim Hyun-joong said, “Bae Yong-joon is a trustworthy brother who is dependable not only for business matters but also for personal ones”.
“When I was making my album recently, he came to the recording studio and monitored for me. He gives me lots of advice as he is also interested in music. He’s not as exact as Yang Hyeon-seok or Park Jin-young as he’s not a singer, but when he points out there’s something missing in a certain part, it’s difficult but I try to figure out what ‘that’ is”.
Of course, when he was asked what if Bae Yong-joon was featured on his album, he said, “I don’t want that, but he were to take part in my album, I would like to request him to be on the cover of it”.
Finally, Kim Hyun-joong said, “When it comes to work, he lets me do everything I want. Because of that I am more cautious about what I do. He makes people be more careful and precise”.
Meanwhile, Kim Hyun-joong has released his second solo mini album “Lucky” in following last June. It is made up of five songs with strong beats and rock and roll instrumentals like the song “Do You Like That” and the title song “Lucky Guy”. Having shown his masculine side on the first album, this time he’s transformed into a chic and dandy guy.
Source : nate
credits: hancinema
Key East files a lawsuit against MOGEF in defense of Kim Hyun Joong’s “Please”
I agree that the song itself did not promoted drugs on it's lyrics, and it would be really unfair to just ban the song.
On October 12th, the Seoul Administrative Court revealed that Key East Entertainment filed a lawsuit against the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family on behalf of Kim Hyun Joong. Kim Hyun Joong’s agency is protesting the ban placed against his song, “Please“.
Key East is requesting that the MOGEF withdraw their ban on Kim Hyun Joong’s digital single album and music video. Representatives stated, “The only lyrics referencing to alcohol in his June release, ‘Please’, are two lines stating, ‘I am drunk’, and ‘Between the spread of the cigarette smoke’. These two are not lines referencing the effects of drugs.”
They continued, “The use of alcohol and cigarettes is not a major theme in the song. Furthermore, the Ministry has failed to ban songs that reference to drugs more directly and explicitly. The decision made on Kim Hyun Joong’s album is unjust.”
Source + Photos: Chosun via Naver
credits: VITALSIGN@allkpop
On October 12th, the Seoul Administrative Court revealed that Key East Entertainment filed a lawsuit against the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family on behalf of Kim Hyun Joong. Kim Hyun Joong’s agency is protesting the ban placed against his song, “Please“.
Key East is requesting that the MOGEF withdraw their ban on Kim Hyun Joong’s digital single album and music video. Representatives stated, “The only lyrics referencing to alcohol in his June release, ‘Please’, are two lines stating, ‘I am drunk’, and ‘Between the spread of the cigarette smoke’. These two are not lines referencing the effects of drugs.”
They continued, “The use of alcohol and cigarettes is not a major theme in the song. Furthermore, the Ministry has failed to ban songs that reference to drugs more directly and explicitly. The decision made on Kim Hyun Joong’s album is unjust.”
Source + Photos: Chosun via Naver
credits: VITALSIGN@allkpop
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