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Shinee
Shinee ( ; ; ; stylized as SHINee) is a South Korean boy band formed by SM Entertainment in 2008. The group consists of four members: Onew, Key (entertainer), Key, Choi Min-ho, Minho, and Taemin. Originally a five-piece band, Jonghyun died on December 18, 2017. The group's musical impact in their native country has earned them numerous accolades and the title "Princes of K-pop". Shinee debuted in May 2008 with their first extended play (EP), ''Replay (EP), Replay'', fronted by the single Replay (Shinee song), of the same name. The group gained attention for starting a fashion trend amongst students, which the media dubbed the "Shinee Trend". In August 2008, the group released their first Korean studio album, ''The Shinee World'', which won Newcomer Album of the Year at the 23rd Golden Disc Awards. Shinee further consolidated their popularity on the South Korean music scene with follow-up singles "Ring Ding Dong (Shinee song), Ring Ding Dong" and "Lucifer (Shinee song), Lucifer" ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jonghyun
Kim Jong-hyun (; April 8, 1990 – December 18, 2017), known mononymously as Jonghyun, was a South Korean singer-songwriter, record producer, radio host, and author under the SM Entertainment label. He was the vocalist of the South Korean boy band Shinee for nine years, releasing twelve albums with the group in both Korean and Japanese. He also participated in SM Entertainment's project group, SM the Ballad, for the release of two EP albums. Jonghyun was also a solo artist, beginning in January 2015 with the release of his first EP album, '' Base''. It peaked at number one on both the ''Billboard'' World Albums Chart and the Gaon Album Chart. On September 17 the same year, Jonghyun released a compilation album, '' Story Op.1''. His debut studio album, '' She Is'', was released on May 24, 2016, followed by his second compilation album, '' Story Op.2'', on April 24, 2017. Jonghyun began his first solo concert tour, The Story by Jonghyun, on October 2, 2015. This was followed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Choi Min-ho
Choi Min-ho (; Korean pronunciation: Help:IPA/Korean, [tsʰø.min.ho]; born December 9, 1991), known :wikt:mononym, mononymously as Minho, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, rapper and actor. In May 2008, he debuted as a member of South Korean boy band Shinee which later became one of the best-selling Korean artists. Aside from group activities, he debuted as an actor in November 2010 in Korean Broadcasting System, KBS2's drama special ''Pianist (KBS Drama Special), Pianist''. He has since landed roles in television series such as ''Salamander Guru and The Shadows'' (2012), ''To the Beautiful You'' (2012), ''Medical Top Team'' (2013), ''My First Time (TV series), My First Time'' (2015), and ''Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth'' (2016). He made his feature film debut in 2016 with ''Canola (film), Canola''. As a soloist, he has released the digital singles "I'm Home" (2019) and "Heartbreak (Minho song), Heartbreak" (2021). He released his debut solo EP ''Chase (Minho EP), Chase'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Key (entertainer)
Kim Ki-bum (; born September 23, 1991), better known by his stage name Key, is a South Korean singer, songwriter and television personality. Born and raised in Daegu, South Korea, he later moved to Seoul after a successful audition at the SM National Tour Audition Casting. In May 2008, Key debuted as a member of South Korean boy band Shinee, who later went on to become one of the best-selling artists in South Korea. Key is widely recognized as a singer and dancer, but he has also ventured into different careers, notably as a television presenter. As a singer, he has collaborated with various artists, and formed the duo Toheart with Woohyun of Infinite. He made his debut as a soloist in November 2018 with the release of the digital single "Forever Yours", and his first studio album, ''Face'', was released later that month. Key has also contributed to songwriting for himself and Shinee. As an actor, he was cast in multiple musicals, such as '' Bonnie & Clyde'' (2013), ''Zorro'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Taemin
Lee Tae-min (; born July 18, 1993), better known mononymously as Taemin, is a South Korean singer-songwriter, dancer, and actor. He debuted as a member of the South Korean boy band Shinee in May 2008 and the supergroup SuperM in 2019, both under SM Entertainment, and has subsequently been labeled by media outlets as the "Idol's Idol" due to the large number of idols citing him as an inspiration. As an actor, Taemin's first role was as Junsu in the 2009 MBC comedy '' Hilarious Housewives''. Taemin debuted as a soloist in 2014 with the release of his first extended play (EP), '' Ace''. It peaked at number one on the South Korean Gaon Album Chart, and its lead single "Danger" reached number five on the Gaon Digital Chart. His first studio album, ''Press It'' (2016), also charted at number one on the Gaon Album Chart. Taemin made his solo debut in Japan in July 2016 with the release of his second EP, '' Sayonara Hitori''. His third EP, '' Flame of Love'', was released a year late ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Misconceptions Of Us
''The Misconceptions of Us'' is the third studio album released by South Korean boy band Shinee. It consists of two parts, ''Dream Girl – The Misconceptions of You'' and the second ''Why So Serious? – The Misconceptions of Me'', that were later collected together as ''The Misconceptions of Us'' under SM Entertainment and distributed by KT Music. Background On February 7, SM Entertainment announced that Shinee would release their third studio album later that month, with "Dream Girl" as the lead single. Shortly after, the group held the event "Melon Premiere Shinee Music Spoiler" where they revealed songs from the album to 100 music reviewers. The album was confirmed to be split into two "chapters", ''Dream Girl – The Misconceptions of You'' and ''Why So Serious? – The Misconceptions of Me'', both within the framework of "misconceptions". Two of the directors for the album also made an appearance to give a basic explanation about the concepts and meanings behind the proje ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Story Of Light (Shinee Album)
''The Story of Light'' is the sixth studio album by South Korean boy group Shinee. It consists of three EPs that were later collected together in the repackage album, ''The Story of Light: Epilogue''. This album release marks the group's first in South Korea since '' 1 of 1'' in November 2016, and the first since member Jonghyun's death in December 2017. It is the last Shinee release to feature Jonghyun following his death. Background and release Reports of a Shinee comeback first surfaced in May 2017, where it was stated that Shinee would be one of four SM groups returning in the second half of 2017. However, no further updates were provided. In May 2018, SM Entertainment announced Shinee would return with a new album to celebrate the group's tenth anniversary, including a fan meeting on May 27, 2018. It marks the group's first release since the repackaged album '' 1 and 1'' in November 2016, and the first since member Jonghyun died in December 2017. Shinee's sixth full-length al ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1 Of 1 (Shinee Album)
''1 of 1'' is the fifth Korean studio album and the ninth overall by South Korean boy band Shinee. It was released digitally and physically on October 5, 2016, under SM Entertainment and distributed by KT Music. The album contains nine songs, including the title track of the same name, "1 of 1". Musically, the album is a modernized twist on the retro genre, and stretches back to the 1980–1990 period. Additionally, based on their '90s theme, the group released a limited edition of cassette tapes alongside the CD version. In order to promote the album, Shinee appeared on several South Korean music programs, such as ''Music Bank'', ''Show! Music Core'', and ''Inkigayo'', where they performed material from the album. On November 15, 2016, Shinee released a repackaged version of their fifth studio album titled ''1 and 1'' with five new songs, including the title track, "Tell Me What to Do". The album is also Shinee's last Korean album to feature Jonghyun prior to his death the followi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Onew
Lee Jin-ki (; Korean pronunciation: Help:IPA/Korean, [i.dʑin.ki]; born December 14, 1989), better known by his stage name Onew, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, and actor. Born in Gwangmyeong, Gyeonggi-do, Onew was discovered at the 2006 SM Academy Casting and signed a contract with SM Entertainment the day after his audition. He debuted as the lead vocalist and leader of the South Korean boy band Shinee in May 2008, who went on to become one of the best-selling artists in South Korea. As a singer, he has participated in the original soundtracks for various TV series and released collaborations with various artists. He made his solo debut on December 5, 2018, with the release of his first extended play, ''Voice (Onew EP), Voice'', five days before his Conscription in South Korea, military conscription on December 10, 2018. After finishing his military service, he released his second EP ''Dice (EP), Dice'' on April 11, 2022 and later that year on July 6, he made his solo d ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lucifer (Shinee Song)
"Lucifer" is a song by South Korean boy band Shinee. It was released on July 19, 2010, through SM Entertainment and served as the lead single for the album of the same name. An electronic song, "Lucifer" was composed and arranged by Yoo Young-jin, Ryan S. Jhun, Adam Kapit and Bebe Rexha, with lyrics penned by Yoo. The song was commercially successful, peaking at number two on the Gaon Digital Chart and selling over one million downloads in South Korea in 2010. Composition "Lucifer" is a 1980s-inspired electronic song with synthesizer effects. SM Entertainment described it as " urban electronica", while music critics have characterised it as dance, electropop and Europop. It is considered an example of SM's characteristic music style, SMP (SM music performance), and has been labelled "rougher and edgier" than Shinee's previous work. The lyrics compare a two-faced lover to the devil, and contain lines such as "Her whisper is the Lucifer" and the "militaristic" refrain of "loverho ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Replay (Shinee Song)
"Replay" () is the debut single by South Korean boy band Shinee, recorded for the extended play of the same name. It was released on May 22, 2008, through SM Entertainment. A Japanese version of the song was later released on June 22, 2011, through EMI Music Japan. Background and release On May 19, 2008, SM Entertainment announced the formation of their new boy band, Shinee. Described as a "contemporary band", the group was composed of five teenagers and was intended to set trends in music, fashion and dance. A teaser for the music video of their debut single, "Replay", was released the same day. The song and its accompanying music video were released on May 22, alongside the EP of the same name. The music video features Victoria of f(x) as the female lead. The choreography was created by Rino Nakasone. The music video was remastered in 4K and was re-released on April 20, 2022. "Replay" is a contemporary R&B song composed by The Heavyweights, who co-arranged with Yoo Young-j ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ring Ding Dong (Shinee Song)
"Ring Ding Dong" is a song recorded by South Korean boy band Shinee as the lead single for their third extended play, '' 2009, Year of Us''. It was released on October 14, 2009 through SM Entertainment. Penned by Yoo Young-jin, "Ring Ding Dong" is known for its repetitive, catchy hook. Background and release "Ring Ding Dong" served as the lead single for Shinee's third EP, ''2009, Year of Us''. It was released on October 14, 2009, five days ahead of the EP's digital release. The music video was directed by Cho Soo-hyun and was shot in early October in Namyangju. It premiered on YouTube on October 16. Misha Gabriel, who had previously worked with the group on "Amigo", provided the choreography, alongside Nick Bass. Shinee began their promotions at KBS' '' Music Bank'' on October 16. On November 3, member Jonghyun was diagnosed with swine flu and had to take a break from promotions. Onew later contracted the disease on November 7, followed by Taemin on November 26. Super Junior's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Shinee World
''The Shinee World'' (stylized as The SHINee WORLD) is the first studio album recorded by South Korean boy band Shinee. It was released on August 28, 2008, under SM Entertainment. The album contains twelve songs, including the lead single, " Love Like Oxygen". On October 29, 2008, the album was re-released under the title ''Amigo'' with three additional tracks. Concept and composition For their first studio album, Shinee showed a more mature and masculine image compared to their debut concept. Many top producers and songwriters such as Yoo Young-jin, Kenzie and Wheesung participated in the production of the album. It includes twelve songs with different genres such as R&B, urban and pop. The lead single, " Love Like Oxygen", is a remake of a song by Danish singer Martin Hoberg Hedegaard, originally titled "Show the World". It features a disco-based funky rhythm that is reminiscent of Michael Jackson and a drum pattern that commonly appears in American R&B music. The lyrics comp ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
