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Kpop Continues to Dominate Japan’s iTunes

31 Monday Jan 2011

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UPDATE: SNSD surpasses TVXQ and takes the number 1. spot today, 31/01/11 -mikechi

“GEE” also moves up an extra spot to 8.

And on Japan’s iTunes Top 10 Dance Chart, “Hoot” claims the number 2. spot:

Credit: heartbreak3r@soompi

SNSD, TVXQ, and KARA all make up the Super Hallyu Trifecta, constantly showcasing their ability to succeed outside Korea. Once again proving international appeal, the three secured 5 spots on Japan’s iTunes Top 10 Singles Chart. Can I get a WOOT WOOOT! Or a Hoot Hoot Hoooot!

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[Fancam] “Dream High” Cast Dances to Genie

18 Tuesday Jan 2011

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Updated with broadcast cut!

The cast of KBS drama “Dream High” was seen practicing to SNSD’s “Genie”. 2pm’s Taecyeon, missA’s Suzy, Soohyun, and IU said “Tell Me Your Wish” on the 14th with a dance cover of the hit song. The drama, which follows the stories of various students aiming to be pop stars, have included performances of missA‘s “Bad Girl Good Girl” and “Breathe”. Maybe the next cover will be of Soshi? We’ll keep you posted; in the meantime, check out the fancam of the practice! Turns out the next cover IS of Soshi!

From 36:35 (actual performance starts 38:50)

Check under the cut for mini-synopsis and fancam!

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Wall Street Journal on SNSD’s Youtube Advantage

15 Saturday Jan 2011

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On January 15th, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) published an online article titled “YouTube Helps South Korean Band Branch Out”, describing how SM Entertainment used Youtube to propel Girls’ Generation into the foreign market.

WGJ starts out mentioning SNSD‘s  first Japan showcase at Ariake Colosseum, Tokyo. The Journal offers two solutions for the successful foreign debut: a Japanese song and Youtube.

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New Album in the Works!

06 Thursday Jan 2011

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Shortly after Hoot promotions, year-end shows, television show appearances, etc. there’s more in store for the girls. Starting off the new year with a bang, SNSD will be working in both Korea and Japan to prepare for performances and record a new song!

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SNSD chosen as Pop Culture Powerhouses

28 Tuesday Dec 2010

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Dang, talk about award magnets. As 2010 nears its end, SNSD is just hauling in achievements left and right. To add to their hefty list is a placement on the “Pop Culture Power Leader Big 30″– a chart of thirty influential individuals/groups in the fields of broadcasting, films, performances, music, and entertainment. Conveniently fitting all five categories, SNSD ranked #4, moving up 10 places from last year’s #14.

CEO of CJ Entertainment and Vice-Chairwoman of CJ Group Lee Mi Kyung came in first, with SM Entertainment founder Lee Sooman second, comedian Kang Ho Dong third, comedian Yoo Jae Suk fifth, and YG Entertainment founder Yang Hyun Suk sixth.

Last year's ranking is in parentheses

The achievement illustrates the influence of the girls not only in Korea, but worldwide- a recognizable symbol of Kpop girl groups and an emblem of Korean culture overall. Adding to the feat is the fact that the compilation is not merely a hastily-made list of famous celebrities, but a carefully chosen chart by panels of industry experts and professionals. Legit yo.

We’re so proud of SNSD for becoming such a widely known, positive representation of South Korea. They truly deserve it. Make sure to show your love as well down in the comments 😀

Sources: fanwonder.com; biz.heraldm.com

“Hoot” reaches Oricon Album Top 10!

28 Tuesday Dec 2010

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In addition to their Sports Korea win, SNSD nabbed yet another award- the 2nd spot on the prestigious Oricon Weekly Album Chart!

Recently, we reported that “Hoot” ranked #2 on the Oricon Daily Album Chart, with 21,271 copies sold by the day after the album dropped. Also, the Japanese version of “Gee” had reached the 2nd spot as well, but as Oricon stated: “This is SNSD‘s first Top 10 entry on the Album Chart”. On December 28, the Japanese Edition of the 3rd Mini Album “Hoot” sold 61,000 copies in the first week- an impressive feat for a relatively new group.

The Japanese edition of the mini album ‘Hoot’ consists of SNSD’s hits such as ‘Tell Me Your Wish’, ‘Gee’, ‘Run Devil Run’, ‘Oh!’, etc.

WE’RE EXCITED, AND YOU SHOULD BE TOO! So show some love and comment below because I love comments from readers

Sources: fanwonder.com; star.mt.co.kr

Best Female Variety Star of the Year is….

28 Tuesday Dec 2010

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In a recent Daum poll picking the Best Female Variety Show Idol of 2010, Sunny won first place with 68.3% of the votes. On the panel from December 21 to the 27th, SNSD’s resident variety star nabbed #1, with IU at #2, Kara’s Goo Hara at #3, T-ara’s Jiyeon at #4, and After School’s Lizzy at #5.

This year, Sunny showed how to entertain the crowd on the show “Invincible Youth” alongside Hara.  IU and Jiyeon are currently starring in “SBS Heroes”, while Lizzy is in “Play Girlz School” and “Running Man”. Even against stiff competition, Sunny proved to be an incomparable variety star of the year. Do you agree with the rankings? Let us know in the comments below!

Source: Yoongislove@twitter

Sports Korea Awards + Interview

28 Tuesday Dec 2010

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For the second time in a row, Sports Korea awarded both “Star of the Year” and “Artist of the Year” to SNSD!

3 consecutive hit songs- “Oh!”, “Run Devil Run”, and “Hoot”- topped off yet another successful year for the girls both at home and internationally. Ever since their debut showcase held at Ariake Colosseum this past August, the girls have quickly become a household name in Japan, gaining a whole new sector of fans.

Despite their huge success worldwide, SNSD were surprised at receiving the two titles on December 25th. In the waiting room at Ilsan, Gyeonggi-do, the girls showed their honest reactions to the newly added awards under their belts:

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