Cube artists + 2AM attend Hong Seung Sung’s book release conference

On September 1st, Cube Entertainment CEO Hong Seung Sung held a press conference at a cafe in Banpo-dong, Seoul to discuss the release of his new book, “There Will Be No Spotlight If You Stop Now“.

B2ST, 2AM, 4minute’s Nam Ji Hyun, Huh Gak, A Pink, and No Eul made an appearance at the event to support their CEO and his message of hope.

Hong began, “I want to develop Cube Entertainment into the Samsung and LG of the entertainment industry.  After departing from JYP Entertainment, I was determined to build a better company  I believe I’m currently at the halfway mark to my dreams. My ultimate goal is to have B2ST, 4minute, and other artists under my agency fly around the world on chartered planes for global tours.”

Hong first entered the industry in 1990 by managing singer Lee Yerin. In 2001, he co-founded JYP Entertainment with J.Y. Park and went on to discover artists like Ryanghyun Ryangha, Park Jiyoon, Pearl, the Wonder Girls, 2PM, and 2AM.  After establishing Cube Entertainment in 2008, he discovered talents like B2ST, 4minute, and G.NA, and launched them to the top of their careers.

He continued, “I was apologetic towards Byul for not being able to take care of her after I left JYP.  I was the most upset, however, when I had to let Jo Kwon go, as I had watched him grow for 10 years.”

Jo Kwon added, “I’m the first son of CEO Hong Seung Sung. This book in particular is especially meaningful to all of us because it contains memories that we share with him.  It’s touching to be able to look back on stories that were difficult at the time, but were still happy memories for us.”

Jo Kwon affectionately concluded, “We love you, father.”

CREDITS: ALLKPOP

Cube Entertainment CEO Hong Seung Sung’s book becomes a best seller

Last month, Cube Entertainment CEO Hong Seung Sung released his own book titled, “There Will Be No Spotlight If You Stop Now“, and it’s now made him one of the best selling authors of the month!

The book was written using his 20 years of experience in the Korean music industry and aims to inspire and give hope to others pursuing the same path.  Pre-orders began on August 10th, and in just two days, the book managed to skyrocket to #1 most searched book on Kyobo Books, as well as the daily sales.

Immediately after the book went on sale, the first batch was completely sold out, ranking in at #2 on Kyobo’s weekly sales as of August 29th.

The book is especially popular thanks to the widespread popularity of audition programs, where Hong’s advice will come of special use.  Even for those not intending to pursue a path in the industry, exclaimed that his messages of hope helped to greatly inspire their day-to-day lifestyles.

CREDITS: ALLKPOP

Round 2 of “2011 K-Pop Cover Dance Festival” to be directly judged by Hallyu idol stars

Earlier in July, we reported that the Committee of “Visit Korea Year” was hosting the “2011 K-Pop Cover Dance Festival”, which aimed to bring K-pop fans from all around the world to show off their dance moves from their favorite Korean tracks.

The last day to enter the first round of the contest was on August 28th, and as many as 1,500 videos from 64 different countries around the world were submitted. Those picked for the second round will be given the opportunity to compete in the regional finals, which will judged directly by K-Pop idols themselves.

The second round will kick off in Moscow, Russia, on September 6th. The full schedule is as follows:

• Moscow, Russa: September 6th
• Sao Paulo, Brazil: September 7th
• LA, United States: September 11th
• Tokyo, Japan: September 11th
• Bangkok, Thailand: September 18th
• Madrid, Spain: September 19th
• Seoul, Korea: September 23rd

The idols who will participate in the judging panel of this second round include 2PM, Super Junior, SNSD,B2ST, SHINee, KARA, MBLAQ, miss A, and T-ara.

Contestants who make the cut in the second round will be invited to Gyseongsangbuk-do in Gyeongjufor a chance to compete for the grand prize in the third and final round of the contest. Finalists will not only be able to watch Korea’s cultural performing arts, but they’ll also get to meet their favorite Hallyu stars and go sightseeing around Gyeongju. The grand winner of the contest will be given a special stage at a concert.

The “2011 K-Pop Cover Dance Festival” will be covered by MBC through an eight-part special show titled, “K-Pop Cover Dance Festival Road Show 40120″.

Good luck to all the qualified contestants!

CREDITS: ALLKPOP

 

BEAST is the surprise guest on '1 Night 2 Days'

BEAST, who had been recognized as nation’s idol group, had appeared on the nation’s variety show program ‘1 Night 2 Days’.

According a recent statement from KBS 2TV ‘Happy Sunday – 1 Night 2 Day’, BEAST had made a surprise appearance from the ‘1 Night 2 Day’ viewer tour part 3 that lasted from August 26th to the 27th. It was for a congratulatory performance that is the highlight of the viewer tour.

BEAST had arrived at Busan on the 26th and visited the base camp housing the 100 viewers and the ‘1 Night 2 Days’ members. Since it had been a surprise that an idol visited ‘1 Night 2 Days’ for this reason, the members of the show and the 100 viewers were not able to hide their excitement.

It has been know that BEAST had sung ‘Fiction’ and ‘Beautiful’ on this day. Female fans in their 10s and 20s showed off their excitement and from their surprise appearance, the viewer tour had gained much more hype.




CREDITS: NATE; B2STRISING

BEAST Models for Skool Looks

Cube Entertainment files a lawsuit on behalf of B2ST’s first album

Following in the footsteps of SM Entertainment, Cube Entertainment has filed their own lawsuit against the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family for the banning of B2ST’s “Rainy Days“.

On August 29th, representatives of Cube revealed, “On August 25th, we filed a lawsuit against the MOGEF requesting that they nullify the ban on B2ST’s first official album.  One of the tracks, ‘Rainy Days’, was banned for lyrics containing a reference to alcohol.  The lyrics did not intend to glamorize drinking nor encourage it.  The song is not about drinking at all, but rather a love story.”

They continued, “Considering the fact that the MOGEF has failed to ban other songs that contain strong lyrical content talking directly about topics that are more harmful to the youth, B2ST’s ban is a violation of equality.”

CEO Hong Seung Sung added, “I hope that they’ll continue to lend their ears to the rumbles in the music industry. They need to take in the opinions of not only the people in the industry, but the fans as well.”

Credits: Allkpop

Yoseob has a Mascular Body

In one of Yoseob's recent tweets, he revealed a picture sent by his mom. And the picture shows off a mascular  Yoseob. Unfortunately the photo was only a drawing or cartoon except for the head. 

Funny Yoseob, always making the B2UTIES laugh.

CREDITS: yoseob twitter