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U-Kiss
U-KISS ( ko, 유키스; ja, ユーキス) is a South Korean boy band formed in 2008. Their name is an acronym, standing for Ubiquitous Korean International Idol Super Star. The group's current lineup is composed of Soohyun, Hoon, Kiseop and Jun. Their breakthrough hit was "Man Man Ha Ni" (2009) from their EP ''ContiUKiss''. They released their first full-length album, '' Only One'', on February 3, 2010. In September 2011, U-KISS released their second full-length album, ''Neverland''. They made their formal debut in Japan in 2011 with the release of the single "Tick Tack". Their second Japanese single was "Forbidden Love", while their first Japanese full-length album was ''A Shared Dream'' (2012). Since their debut, U-KISS has released three full-length albums, twelve mini-albums/EPs, one special mini-album (created for their fans), and various singles. They have released seven Japanese full-length albums, one Japanese compilation album, and five Japanese mini-albums/EPs. The ...
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Eli Kim
Ellison Kyoung-jae Kim (born March 13, 1991), better known by his stage name Eli, is a Korean American singer, rapper and actor. He is a former member of South Korean boy band U-KISS. He was a rapper in the group and was one of the English-speaking members of U-KISS alongside former member Kevin Woo. Early life Eli was born in Los Angeles, California to Korean parents. He spent most of his years in Fredericksburg, Virginia. He has a younger sister Minah and an older sister Hannah. He attended Ni River Middle School and Riverbend High School in Virginia. After dropping out of high school, he went alone to Beijing, China at 15 to pursue his studies, and also learned Mandarin. He trained in Taekwondo and Kung Fu for 12 years, opening an opportunity for him to be cast as an extra in a Chinese movie. He is fluent in English, Korean and Mandarin. Music career U-Kiss Eli is the fourth addition to the Korean boy band U-KISS, which was formed by NH Media Entertainment in 200 ...
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U-KISS ( ko, 유키스; ja, ユーキス) is a South Korean boy band formed in 2008. Their name is an acronym, standing for Ubiquitous Korean International Idol Super Star. The group's current lineup is composed of Soohyun, Yeo Hoon-min, Hoon, Lee Ki-seop, Kiseop and Lee Jun-young (entertainer), Jun. Their breakthrough hit was "Man Man Ha Ni" (2009) from their EP ''ContiUKiss''. They released their first full-length album, ''Only One (U-KISS album), Only One'', on February 3, 2010. In September 2011, U-KISS released their second full-length album, ''Neverland (U-KISS album), Neverland''. They made their formal debut in Japan in 2011 with the release of the single "Tick Tack". Their second Japanese single was "Forbidden Love", while their first Japanese full-length album was ''A Shared Dream'' (2012). Since their debut, U-KISS has released three full-length albums, twelve mini-albums/EPs, one special mini-album (created for their fans), and various singles. They have released s ...
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Lee Ki-seop
Lee Ki-seop ( ko, 이기섭; born January 17, 1991), commonly known as Kiseop, is a South Korean singer, dancer, actor and model. He is best known for being a member of South Korean boy group U-KISS formed by NH Media in 2008. He joined U-KISS in November 2009, before departing the group in May 2019 and later rejoining the group in January 2022. Early life Kiseop was born on January 17, 1991, in Seoul, South Korea where he lived with his parents and his older sister. He attended Yatab High School and was known for being a "Yatab Ulzzang", girls would follow him home and ask for his number. Kiseop was also active in the dance circle during the High School years. Career 2008: Pre-debut and joining U-KISS Before debuting, Kiseop auditioned for numerous entertainment companies but he got rejected. He went into depression and thought about committing suicide but his parents helped guide him out of his suicidal stages. Kiseop's first ever TV appearance was with Girls' Genera ...
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Lee Jun-young (entertainer)
Lee Jun-young (; born January 22, 1997), also known as Jun, is a South Korean singer, rapper and actor. In June 2014, he debuted as a member of U-KISS. In October 2017, he joined survival program ''The Unit'', in which he finished in first place and became a member of the project group UNB. Apart from his group's activities, he has participated in various television dramas, notably ''Avengers Social Club'' (2017), marking his career breakthrough, ''Goodbye to Goodbye'' (2018), ''Class of Lies'' (2019), '' Good Casting'' (2020), ''Please Don’t Date Him'' (2020), ''Imitation'' (2021) and ''Let Me Be Your Knight'' (2021). Career 2014: Career beginnings On May 15, 2014, NH Media announced, via U-KISS's official Korean website, new member Jun to the public. On June 2, 2014 Jun made his debut with U-KISS and the group released its ninth mini album ''Mono Scandal'' along with the 19+ rated music video of the album's title track "Quit Playing." 2017–present: Acting roles a ...
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Alexander Lee (entertainer)
Alexander Lee ( ko, 알렉산더, Alleksandeo; zh, t=亞歷山大, s=亚历山大, first=t), known as Alexander or Xander, is a singer, actor and host based in South Korea. He is a former member of the South Korean boy band U-KISS. In 2017, he debuted in the Philippines as the main character in the 105-episode television series My Korean Jagiya. He is currently active as a television host on Arirang TV's #StyleCast 2017 and is also a daily radio host for the Double Date show on tbs eFM. Music 2008–2011: U-KISS Alexander made his debut as a member of South Korean boy band U-KISS in 2008 and released four mini albums and one full album with U-KISS. During his time with the band, he also featured in other singers' works; the rap for Brave Brothers' "Finally" and Hye Ji's "Your Love". On February 23, 2011, NH Media confirmed and released a statement that Alexander and his bandmate Ki Bum had left the group. Alexander's last released song with the group is "Shut Up!!", th ...
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Kevin Woo
Kevin Woo (born November 25, 1991), also known mononymously as Kevin, is an American singer-songwriter, actor, and television host based as a Korean in New York City. He is primarily known as a former member of South Korean boy band U-KISS from 2008 until 2017, as well as a host of various programs such as ''After School Club''. Born and raised in California, he was discovered by South Korean entertainment agency XING Entertainment at the age of 15 and subsequently moved to South Korea. After a few months of training, Woo debuted as a member of boy group XING in 2006. After leaving the group two years later, he re-debuted as a member of U-KISS in August 2008. In March 2017, he left U-KISS after his contract expired. Following his departure from U-KISS, Woo pursued a solo career in South Korea and Japan; he debuted as a soloist with his first single "Ride Along" in October 2018. Life and career 1990–2012: Early life and career beginnings Woo was born and raised in Danville, C ...
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Neverland (U-KISS Album)
''Neverland'' is the second full-length studio album by South Korean boy band U-KISS, released on September 1, 2011. It is the first album to feature new members Hoon and AJ. The album's lead single, "Someday", was released digitally August 26, 2011. The album's second single, "Neverland", was released on September 1, 2011, on Mnet along with the rest of the album. The album was released in the Philippines in 2012 under Universal Records (Philippines). Background and development The group worked in both Korea and Japan, and under an American producer, using top-notch facilities in Osaka, Japan. The album was released September 1, 2011. The second single, "Neverland", was released on September 1 along with the other tracks from the album. "NEVERLAND", in contrast to the autotune trend, the vocals were recorded one by one. It was written by JD Relic, produced by conductor Ryan Jhun as well as Adam Kapit, and Korean lyrics were written by Misfit. Songs with synthpop element ...
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Yeo Hoon-min
Yeo Hoon-min ( ko, 여훈민; born August 16, 1991), also known by his stage name Hoon, is a South Korean singer and actor. He is best known as a member of South Korean boy band U-KISS under NH Media. He joined the group in February 2011 after the departure of Alexander Lee Eusebio and Kim Kibum. Hoon currently attends Dongguk University, majoring in theatre and film. Career 2009–2010: Solo career Hoon debuted as a solo ballad singer under his real name and released an extended play ''Pure & Love'' with the title track "Bus" on September 9, 2009. The following year, he released a digital single entitled "Beginning". Hoon also appeared in the SBS drama '' Athena: Goddess of War'' (2010) as the president's bodyguard. 2011: U-KISS and acting career After the departure of Alexander and Kibum, NH Media announced that Hoon and Paran's AJ would be joining U-KISS. He made his debut as a member of U-KISS through the group's fifth mini album ''Bran New Kiss'' which was released on ...
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Allen Kim
Kim Ki-bum ( ko, 김기범 ; born December 29, 1990), now better known by his stage name in Japan Allen Kim, is a South Korean idol singer, actor, dancer and television host, best known for being a former member of South Korean boy band U-KISS. He is also the younger brother of SS501 member Kim Hyung-jun. Career 2006-2007: Career Beginnings Kibum made his music debut in 2006 with the K-pop group XING, alongside Cheon Hye Sung, Yume and Kevin Woo. However, he left to better his future a year after debuting with XING. 2008: Debut with U-KISS In 2008, Kibum together with 5 other members of U-KISS made their official debut with their first mini-album ''N-Generation''. The title track from the album was ''Not Young'' an upbeat track that displayed the youth of all the members, and that they themselves are no longer boys. U-KISS released their second mini-album ''Bring It Back 2 Old School'' in February 2009. U-KISS made their TV debut on their first ever variety show ''All ...
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Shin Dong-ho
Shin Dong-ho (born June 29, 1994) is a former South Korean singer who acquired fame as a singer of the boy group U-KISS. Dongho was the most active member of the group, appearing in a great many reality shows and other productions. He joined U-KISS in 2008 and stayed with them for five years. Life and career He attended middle school in Seoul Yonggang Middle School and graduated from Hanlim Multi Art School. He became a trainee for NH Media and was chosen as one of the potential members for an upcoming boyband. Dongho joined U-KISS in 2008, and appeared in reality shows such as ''Idol Maknae Rebellion'', ''Raising Idol'', and '' Sonyeon Sonyeo Gayo Baekseo''. His first acting role was a middle-school student in ''Villain and Widow'', and performed in the MBC drama ''Royal Family''. He voiced the lead character in a 3-D animation movie, ''Hong Gil Dong 2084'' (2011). Along with co-U-KISS member Yeo Hoonmin he was cast for a TV-movie series, ''Holy Land'' (2012). He was the lea ...
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Break Time (album)
''Break Time'' is the fourth Korean extended play by South Korean band U-KISS, released on October 4, 2010. The lead single was "Shut Up!!". It is the last EP by U-KISS to feature members Alexander Lee Eusebio and Kim Ki-bum. Release and reception The physical CD was released in South Korea October 4, 2010. Digital downloads were available worldwide that same day. It proceeded to be released in the Philippines March 24, 2011. The original single for the EP was originally supposed to be "Light It Up", composed by Kim Tae-wan, but upon hearing Kim Tae-hyun's "Shut Up!!" (시끄러!!; ''Siggeureo!!''), the group shifted to use the latter instead. The song was recorded at More Than Present's studio in Seoul, Korea in August, 2010, and is based on hardcore electronic sounds while emphasizing performance factors. U-KISS began promotions of ''Break Time'' with a performance of "Shut Up!!" on Mnet's ''M!Countdown'' on October 7, the same day the song's music video was released. ...
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Mini-album
A mini-LP or mini-album is a short vinyl record album or LP, usually retailing at a lower price than an album that would be considered full-length. It is distinct from an EP due to containing more tracks and a slightly longer running length. A mini-LP is not to be confused with the Japanese CDs issued in a "mini LP sleeve" or "paper jacket". In South Korea, a mini album () is a type of music release that contains 4-7 songs. It is shorter than a full album but longer than a single album. It is usually synonymous with extended play, however, some music distributors may classify mini albums with 7 or more songs as an album. Artists often use the chronological placement of a mini album in their discography as part of the title of the release. For example, '' 2NE1 1st Mini Album'' or '' Taste of Love: The 10th Mini Album''. History Mini-LPs became popular in the early 1980s with record companies who targeted consumers who were reluctant to buy full-length and full-priced albums ...
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