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Rainstone
Rhee Woo Seok (), also credited as Rainstone, is a South Korean music producer, songwriter, and vice-president of JYP Entertainment in the United States. He is best known for composing and producing the Wonder Girls' 2009 international hit song, "Nobody." Biography From an early age, Woo S. Rhee/RAINSTONE had an ear for music as well as hitting number one. He was classically trained in piano, violin, and viola and in high school, he expanded his wings and started a Rock Band called "Feel." In 1993, as a junior in High School, Woo S. Rhee/RAINSTONE and his band mates entered a college only rock festival, Korean Rock Group Festival and won first place. Although, there were many issues regarding their win because of their age, Woo S. Rhee/RAINSTONE and his band proved that talent is more important than experience. But as Woo S. Rhee/RAINSTONE started to mature as a musician, he started to embrace Jazz and began taking private classes behind his band mates. This opened his eyes and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2 Different Tears
''2 Different Tears'' is an extended play by South Korean girl group the Wonder Girls. The title track was written and produced by J.Y. Park. It was simultaneously released internationally on May 15, 2010, in English, Korean and Chinese. It was the first release to member Hyelim who replaced former member, Sunmi, after she departed from the group in February 2010. The EP also contained a 2009 English version of their number one single "Nobody". Background and release "2 Different Tears" continues the retro theme of the Wonder Girls, including the 1980s inspired "Tell Me" and the 1960s, Motown-inspired "Nobody", by using a disco theme. The concept was created by Sohee and Yubin who describe it as a "more sophisticated and mature, modern feel." The music uses melodies similar to the Hustle. The lyrics speak about remembering a lost love. Stylistically, the Wonder Girls used a retro 1980s denim look to promote the song as shown on the single cover and in the accompanying music vi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nobody (Wonder Girls Song)
"Nobody" is a song by South Korean girl group Wonder Girls, taken from their first extended play '' The Wonder Years: Trilogy'' (2008). It was written and produced by Park Jin-young, with additional songwriting by Rhee Woo-seok. Musically, "Nobody" is retro-inspired dance-pop song that lyrically conveys the affections the members' have towards their lovers. The song was released in South Korea on September 22, 2008 by JYP Entertainment, and was re-released in English on June 26, 2009, where it was included in their next EP '' 2 Different Tears'' (2010). "Nobody" was a commercial success; it was a top search term in South Korea upon its release and ranked number one on various digital music sites. In the United States, the English version of the track set a milestone in K-pop—it was the first song by a Korean artist to appear on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, entering at number 76 on the chart issue dated October 31, 2009. Chinese and Japanese versions of the song were also re ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Into The Sky (g
''Into the Sky'' is the seventh studio album of the South Korean pop music group g.o.d. Released in October 2005, it was their second release as a quartet following the departure of Yoon Kye-sang as well as their last before going on a nine-year hiatus. The remaining four members all went their separate ways after performing at their last concert in December that year and g.o.d would not officially reunite as a quintet until 2014. Track listing All lyrics and music is written and composed by Park Jin-young, except where noted. Awards and nominations The title track and promoted song "2♡" (pronounced "Two Love") won first place on ''Inkigayo'' and ''Music Camp'' (the former incarnation of ''Show! Music Core'') and it was last song for which g.o.d won #1 on a music program. Charts and sales Monthly charts Year-end charts Sales See also * JYP Entertainment discography References External linksAlbum Information– Mnet M-Net (an abbreviation of Electronic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nine Muses (band)
Nine Muses ( ko, 나인뮤지스, often stylized as 9Muses) was a South Korean girl group formed by Star Empire Entertainment in 2010 with an admission and graduation concept. The group consists of total of fourteen former members: Jaekyung, Bini, Rana, Lee Sem, Sera, Eunji, Euaerin, Minha, Hyuna, Sungah, Gyeongree, Hyemi, Sojin, and Keumjo. Following an unsuccessful debut with the single "No Playboy," the group's line-up changed with the release of the comeback single, "Figaro", which reached the Top 100 Billboard Charts. Then the group's single, "News", and its EP, ''Sweet Rendezvous'', both earned a peak popularity position of six, and with additional new members the group came back with follow-up albums ''Wild'', ''Dolls'', ''Prima Donna'' and their digital single "Glue" which ranked at number four and nine. After a year-long hiatus in 2014, the group came back with a new line-up on its 2015 album ''Drama'' that January. Later releases included ''9Muses S/S Edition'' and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wonder Girls
Wonder Girls () was a South Korean girl group formed by JYP Entertainment. The group debuted in February 2007 with the single "Irony" and 5 members: Yeeun, Sunye, Sunmi, Hyuna and Sohee. After Hyuna's departure in July, Yubin was added into the group prior to the release of their debut studio album, ''The Wonder Years'' (2007). The album spawned the hit single " Tell Me," which topped various South Korea's on and offline music charts. Wonder Girls further established themselves as one of the top girl groups in the country with the hit singles "So Hot" and "Nobody," released in 2008. After being released as a single in the U.S. in 2009, "Nobody" charted at No. 76 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, making Wonder Girls the first South Korean act to enter the chart. The group began their entry into the American market the same year as an opening act for the Jonas Brothers' World Tour, performing English versions of their songs. In 2010, Sunmi left the group to pursue an academic care ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
JYP Entertainment
JYP Entertainment Corporation () is a South Korean multinational entertainment and record label conglomerate founded in 1997 by J. Y. Park. It is one of the largest entertainment companies in South Korea, and operates as a record label, talent agency, music production company, event management company, concert production company, and music publishing house. In addition, the company operates various subsidiary ventures and divisions worldwide. Notable artists under the agency include the groups 2PM, Day6, Twice, Boy Story, Stray Kids, Itzy, NiziU, Xdinary Heroes and Nmixx. History 1997–1999: Formation and first generation K-pop artist JYP Entertainment was founded in 1997 by South Korean singer-songwriter Park Jin-young (named after his stage name, J. Y. Park) as Tae-Hong Planning Corporation, which eventually became JYP Entertainment in 2001. In 1997, the company signed its first artist and female solo artist, Pearl. In 1999, entertainment company SidusHQ introduced ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Park Jin-Young
Park Jin-young (Hangul: 박진영; born December 13, 1971), also known by his stage names J. Y. Park and The Asiansoul or the initials JYP, is a South Korean singer-songwriter, record producer, record executive, and reality television show judge. Park rose to stardom as a singer following the release of his 1994 debut album, ''Blue City''. In 1997, he became the founder of JYP Entertainment, one of the most profitable entertainment agencies in South Korea. As the former head of JYP Entertainment (May 1997–Feb 2011), Park has developed and managed highly successful K-pop artists including Rain, Wonder Girls, 2PM, Miss A, Got7, Day6, Twice, Stray Kids, Itzy, and Nmixx, as well as Mandopop group Boy Story and J-pop group NiziU. Early life and education Park was born in Seoul. His father was a news correspondent based in the U.S. At age 9, Park moved with his mother to New York following his father's reassignment. They lived there for three years before Park returned to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rain (entertainer)
Jung Ji-hoon (; born June 25, 1982), better known by his stage name Rain (Korean: 비; IPA: Help:IPA/Korean.html"_;"title="Help:IPA/Korean">piː,_is_a_South_Korean_singer,_songwriter,_dancer,_actor,_and_record_producer._Rain's_musical_career_includes_seven_albums_(six_Korean,_one_Japanese),_28_singles_and_numerous_concert_tours_around_the_world._He_achieved_breakthrough_success_with_his_third_Korean_album,_'' piː.html"_;"title="Help:IPA/Korean.html"_;"title="Help:IPA/Korean">piː">Help:IPA/Korean.html"_;"title="Help:IPA/Korean">piː,_is_a_South_Korean_singer,_songwriter,_dancer,_actor,_and_record_producer._Rain's_musical_career_includes_seven_albums_(six_Korean,_one_Japanese),_28_singles_and_numerous_concert_tours_around_the_world._He_achieved_breakthrough_success_with_his_third_Korean_album,_''It's_Raining_(album)">It's_Raining''_(2004),_which_spawned_the_It's_Raining_(Rain_song).html" ;"title="It's_Raining_(album).html" ;"title="Help:IPA/Korean">piː.html" ;"title="Help:IPA/K ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dynamic Duo (South Korean Duo)
Dynamic Duo ( ko, 다이나믹듀오) is a South Korean hip hop duo that consists of rappers Choiza and Gaeko. They rose to fame with their 2004 debut album, ''Taxi Driver'', which became the best-selling Korean hip hop album ever. They are signed to Amoeba Culture, a hip hop record label that they founded in 2006. History Choiza and Gaeko were friends since childhood and debuted in 1999 with the hip hop trio CB Mass. The group released three albums before breaking up in 2003 after it was discovered that CB Mass' third member was stealing money from the group. Dynamic Duo debuted the following year with the album, ''Taxi Driver''. It became the best-selling hip hop album in South Korea, with sales of 50,000 copies in the first month after its release. Their second album, 2005's ''Double Dynamite,'' won Best Hip Hop Album at the 2006 Korean Music Awards. After establishing hip hop record label Amoeba Culture in 2006, Dynamic Duo released their third album, ''Enlightened'', in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rain's World
''Rain's World'' is the fourth Korean-language studio album by South Korean pop and R&B singer Rain. Two years after his last album, Rain finally came back with his fourth album. Building on the success of its predecessor, the album further established him as one of the top musical acts in Southeast Asia. a repackaged album was released on December 22, 2006. Commercially, the album peaked at number one on the Korean monthly album chart issue for October 2006, becoming Rain's first monthly number-one album. It was the ninth best-selling album of the year in South Korea, selling over 106,000 copies. Release and reception Two years after his last album, Rain finally comes back with his fourth album. By January 2007, the album sold 108,179 copies in South Korea. The success of the album lead to a repackage album with a new album art as well as two versions: A type (CD+DVD Set) and B Type (CD+DVD+Diary Set). CD contains remixed 'Bad Guy', 'I'm Coming', 'I' And 'With U' added to f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Wonder Years (Wonder Girls Album)
''The Wonder Years'' is an American coming-of-age story, coming-of-age situation comedy, comedy/Drama (film and television), drama television series created by Neal Marlens and Carol L. Black, Carol Black. It ran on American Broadcasting Company, ABC from January 31, 1988, until May 12, 1993. The series premiered immediately after ABC's coverage of Super Bowl XXII. The series stars Fred Savage as Kevin Arnold, a teenager growing up in a suburban middle class family in the late 1960s and early 1970s. It co-stars Dan Lauria as his father Jack, Alley Mills as his mother Norma, Jason Hervey as his brother Wayne, Olivia d'Abo as his sister Karen, Josh Saviano as his best friend Paul Pfeiffer, and Danica McKellar as his girlfriend Winnie Cooper, with narration by Daniel Stern (actor), Daniel Stern as an adult version of Kevin. The show earned a spot in the Nielsen ratings, Nielsen Top 30 during its first four seasons. ''TV Guide'' named it one of the 20 best shows of the 1980s. After s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
10 Out Of 10 (2PM Song)
"10 Out of 10" () is the debut single by South Korean boy band 2PM. It premiered digitally on August 29, 2008, and was released as an CD single in South Korea, titled "Hottest Time of the Day", on September 4, 2008, via JYP Entertainment. The release is supported by the B-side tracks "Only You" and "Angel". Background The song runs 3 minutes and 27 seconds in length. It features Jaebeom as the lead rapper. The song is about an attractive woman, who is considered a "10 out of 10" in terms of attractiveness. The song describes various aspects of her that are considered "10 points". Music video The teaser for the music video was released on August 26. The video, directed by Jang Jae-hyuk, starts with a woman, played by G.NA, pulling up and exiting a car. She walks through a building, and the members of 2PM stare at her as she walks by. The remainder of the video intersperses scenes of the band dancing with videos about their interest in the woman. The dancing scenes place in a refl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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