‘K-Pop Star’ contestant Park Jung Eun to possibly sign with TEEN TOP’s agency

Contestant Park Jung Eun who impressed the judges with her powerful dance and rap talent on the recently-concluded first season of SBS ‘K-Pop Star‘ is looking to sign a contract with T.O.P Media, the agency run by Shinhwa‘s Andy Lee.

According to a broadcast insider, Park Jung Eun recently held a meeting with T.O.P Media (home to TEEN TOP), and there’s a high probability that she will be signing with the company.

In regards to her contract, an insider from T.O.P Media remarked, “We held the first meeting. She is optimistically reviewing [the contract].”

Back in February, Park Jung Eun performed 2NE1‘s “Please Don’t Go” on ‘K-Pop Star’, showcasing her powerful rap and skilled dance moves. Unfortunately, she was unable to move on to the live audition rounds after being told that her vocals were unstable.

Source & Image: OSEN via Nate

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2NE1 & Intel release the final round of the ‘Make Thumb Noise’ project

As previously reported, 2NE1 and Teddy Park have partnered with Intel Korea for the “Make Thumb Noise” project!

2NE1 and Teddy Park will collaborate with Intel to create an “Ultrabook Song“. Teddy Park will be producing the song while the girls of 2NE1 will be lending their vocals for it.

During Round 1 fans were asked to choose their favorite instrumental. Round 2 had fans pick the best song title and Round 3 gave fans the the chance to choose the song’s arrangement style . Now, in the final round, fans will pick which version of the song’s bridge they prefer.

Check out the 2 clips for ‘Make Thumb Noise Round 4′ and the Making Film released today! Then go to Intel’s Facebook Page to vote for your favorite clip.

Bridge 1

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Making Film

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Lady Gaga stylist Nicola Formichetti is a fan of Big Bang & 2NE1

There is a man responsible for dressing mega popstar Lady Gaga in her famous meat dress. He has never studied fashion design, but currently in his early 30′s, he has now become the head of a luxury brand. He is none other than French Fashion House MUGLER‘s creative director and Lady Gaga’s stylist, Nicola Formichetti. During a recent interview, Formichetti admitted to being a fan of K-Pop.

Formichetti is half Asian with a Japanese mother and an Italian father. When asked which side he feels closer to, he answered, “I was born in Shizuoka, Japan and grew up in Tokyo. I went to high school in Rome, and lived in London for ten years after that. I felt like an outsider growing up, but I think it’s helped me build an ability to blend different things. I look young for being 35, thanks to my Asian blood (laughs).”

The fashionista also admitted to being a huge fan of Korean pop music. “I am a huge fan of together, and the spicy kick was the greatest. If I were ever invited to Seoul’s Fashion Week, I would love to go. I want to work on a new Lady Gaga outfit with Korean designers, and I also want to learn Korean.”

Would you like to see a collaboration between Nicola Formichetti and 2NE1? Toss us your thoughts below!

Source & Image: Donga via Naver
Tip: Erica

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Announcement allkpop forum launch Big Bang, 2NE1, Se7en autographed CD giveaway winners!

Just a month ago we relaunched the new allkpop forums and to commemorate the occasion, we held two special giveaways!

The wait was long, but it’s finally over and we have the winners for the YG Family giveaway, so check to see if you’re one of the lucky winners (for the winners list, click here)!

Congratulations to all those who won! For those who didn’t win, we still have lots more to giveaway on allkpop, so don’t lose hope! We look forward to seeing you around our community boards!

Winners will be contacted via allkpop forums.

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RPG ‘El Sword’ releases official avatar character of A Pink

RPG ‘El Sword’ is ready to hit their third consecutive home run for in addition to hosting models Big Bang, 2NE1, and the Wonder Girls in previous years, the RPG has signed A Pink as their newest endorsement models.

On May 24th, ‘El Sword’ released the official in-game avatar inspired from the girls’ looks. ‘El Sword’ takes pride in its adorable characters and impressive action sequences, which is why they felt A Pink fit the bill.

Nexon commented, “We cast A Pink because not only are they the best up and coming group, but their fairy-like and bright image fit well with our brand.”

Source + Photos: Sports Chosun via Naver

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Intel releases making-of clip for will.i.am & 2NE1′s “ Take The World On” + full instrumental

Separate from Intel Korea‘s 2ne1 X Teddy Ultrabook song event, 2ne1 recently collaborated with will.i.am to produce “Take the World On” for Intel.

Last month, some footage leaked of 2NE1 and will.i.am‘s alleged US track at Club Answer in Seoul. Thereafter, an official preview was released. The song will be used as a promotional single for Intel’s Ultrabook Project. Produced by will.i.am and DJ Poet, the track is electro-dance.

Earlier today, a second promotional video was released featuring extensive behind the scenes clips of the production process for “Take the World On”. In addition to more of the track, will.i.am and apl.de.ap (aka The GhettoBlasterz), DJ Poet, DJ Ammo, Dork Dozier, and of course YG Entertainment‘s in-house producer Teddy all share their thoughts on the group.

Check out the making of video and full instrumental below.

Source: Intel

Thanks to everyone who sent in this tip!

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Announcement allkpop forum launch Block B Giveaway winners!

Just a month ago we relaunched the new allkpop forums and we did two special giveaways in celebration!

The wait is over for the Block B forum giveaway, so find out if you won! But wait, you still have a chance to win the signed YG Family fan package (ends May 23rd, 2012), by joining and participating in the forums.

For the winners list, click here. Good luck and we look forward to seeing you around our community boards!

Winners will be contacted via allkpop forums.

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2NE1 and Intel release ‘Make Thumb Noise Round 3 ′

As previously reported, 2NE1 and Teddy Park have partnered with Intel Korea for the “Make Thumb Noise” project!

2NE1 and Teddy Park will collaborate with Intel to create an “Ultrabook Song“. Teddy Park will be producing the song while the girls of 2NE1 will be lending their vocals for it.

During Round 1 fans were asked to choose their favorite instrumental. Round 2 had fans pick the best song title. Now round three has fans picking which arrangement style the song will have.

Check out the 2 clips for ‘Make Thumb Noise Round 3′ and Making Film released today! Then go to Intel’s Facebook Page to vote for your favorite clip.

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2NE1 to release a new Korean album in June

Minzy, Sandara, Bom, and CL of girl group 2NE1 will be returning with a new album!

A representative from 2NE1′s agency YG Entertainment informed Star News on May 21st, “2NE1 will be releasing a new Korean album around the middle of June. 2NE1 and their producer Teddy have completed 7 amazing new songs. Once the new album drops, the girls will also be promoting on various programs.”

YG Entertainment added, “We have not decided if the new 2NE1 album will be a full-length or a mini-album.”

This new album will be the first to be released since the girls dropped ‘2NE1 2nd Mini Album‘ last July. Tracks “Dont Cry“, “Lonely“, “I Am The Best“, “Hate U“, “Ugly“, and more from that album were all major hits that climbed the charts. Because many of their tracks from each of their albums are quick to become the new trends, this new album is drawing much anticipation from fans everywhere.

After the album drops, the girls will immediately hold an independent concert in Korea. Fans are excited for their new album as well as the concert, as the girls have been primarily focusing on their Japanese tour, and it will be the first time in a while Korean fans will get to see the girls 2NE1 up close.

“We will officially announce the concert once everything is organized,” YG added. “We hope that the new 2NE1 release and the concert will help everyone enjoy this summer season.”

Source & Image: MoneyToday StarNews via Nate

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