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SM Town Live World Tour IV
SM Town Live World Tour IV was the 2014–15 worldwide live concert tour by SM Town. The tour commenced with one show in Seoul and then continued in Tokyo, Shanghai, Hsinchu. Background SM Town is the name for the artists under Korean record label SM Entertainment. Each year the company organizes their artists to come together and perform on a four to six hours long concert that tours around the Asian continent. Concerts The concert in Seoul was attended by at least 35,000 audiences, and the concert featured performances from artists like BoA, Kangta, TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls' Generation, Shinee, f(x), Red Velvet, EXO, TRAX, Zhang Li Yin, as well as 18 trainees from the company's trainee project team SM Rookies. The concert at the Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo, Japan attracted over 120,000 people in 2 days. The concert in Taiwan took place at the Hsinchu County Stadium in Zhubei City Zhubei ( Wade-Giles: ''Chupei''; Hakka PFS: ''Chuk-pet''; Hokkien POJ: ''Te ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
SM Town
SM Town (stylized as SMTOWN) is a musical collective for the recording artists under South Korean entertainment company SM Entertainment. SM Town artists have performed at the annual SM Town Live world tours since the SM Town Live '08 Asia tour in 2008. As of 2014, the SM Town Live concert series had cumulatively attracted over 1 million audience members. Artists Discography Projects * 2003–19: '' The Agit - Concert Series'' * 2016–present: ''SM Station'' Studio albums Compilation albums Single albums Single Concerts Concert tours * SM Town Live '08 (2008–09) * SM Town Live '09 (2009; canceled) * SM Town Live '10 World Tour (2010–11) * SM Town Live World Tour III (2012–13) * SM Town Live World Tour IV (2014–15) * SM Town Live Tour V in Japan (2016) * SM Town Live World Tour VI (2017–18) * SM Town Live 2022: SMCU Express (2022) Music festivals * SM Smile Concert China (2002) * SM Smile Concert (2003) * SM Summer Town Festival (July 15 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zhang Li Yin
Zhang Liyin (born February 28, 1989) is a Chinese singer and songwriter of Yi ethnicity. She has released singles in both China and South Korea, singing in both languages. Zhang has released only one studio album since her debut in 2006, but its singles carried a few top ten titles, such as "Timeless," which was a No. 1 hit, as well as "I Will". She is also the first foreign artist to win Best Newcomer award at the Mnet Asian Music Awards. Early life Zhang was born in Chengdu, Sichuan, China. Her parents took her to their classical concerts and exposed her to a variety of music. At the age of three, she began to learn the violin. Zhang was so interested in classical, American, and European pop music that she claims she never sang children's songs when she was a child. She also developed the ability to sing a song after hearing it only once. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Choi Jinri
Choi Jin-ri (March 29, 1994 – October 13 or 14, 2019), better known by her stage name Sulli (), was a South Korean actress and singer. She first made her debut as a child actress, appearing as a supporting cast member on the SBS historical drama ''Ballad of Seodong'' (2005). Following this, she earned a number of guest roles, appearing in the television series ''Love Needs a Miracle'' (2005) and ''Drama City'' (2007), and the film ''Vacation'' (2006). She then subsequently appeared in the independent films ''Punch Lady'' (2007) and '' BA:BO'' (2008), the former being her first time cast in a substantial dramatic role. After signing a record deal with SM Entertainment, Sulli rose to prominence as a member of the girl group f(x) formed in 2009. The group achieved both critical and commercial success, with four Korean number-one singles and international recognition after becoming the first K-pop act to perform at SXSW. Concurrently with her music career, Sulli returned to ac ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Onew
Lee Jin-ki (; born December 14, 1989), better known by his stage name Onew, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, actor and host. 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 boy group 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'', five days before his military conscription on December 10, 2018. The EP peaked at number two on South Korea's Gaon Album Chart. He released his second EP ''Dice'' on April 11, 2022, which peaked at number three on Gaon Album Chart. He made his solo debut in Japan on July 6, 2022, with the release of his first studio album '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yesung
Kim Kang-hoon (born Kim Jong-woon; August 24, 1984), better known by his stage name Yesung is a South Korean singer, songwriter, actor, radio personality and television presenter. He debuted in 2005 as a member of Super Junior and its subgroups Super Junior-K.R.Y. (2006), Super Junior-H (2008) and participated in SM Entertainment's projects SM The Ballad (2014). Aside from group activities, he has recorded songs for various television dramas and movies, participated in various television dramas, movies, musicals and radio hosting. He began his solo career in 2016 with his first extended play, '' Here I Am''. Biography Yesung was born on August 24, 1984 in Seoul and later moved to Cheonan, South Chungcheong at age 10. He is the older son of two; his younger brother's name is Kim Jong-jin. From a young age, Yesung expressed an interest in singing. In 1999, he joined a broadcast singing competition and won gold at the Cheonan Singing Competition. In 2001, Yesung's mother, Im B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fly To The Sky
Fly to the Sky ( ko, 플라이 투 더 스카이) is a South Korean R&B duo consisting of Brian Joo and Hwanhee. Initially marketed as K-pop idols, the duo later developed a more mature image and became one of the most popular R&B groups in South Korea. The duo has released nine studio albums since its debut in 1999. Musical career 1999–2001: Debut and the early years The duo was formed in late 1998 by SM Entertainment. Brian Joo auditioned while he was attending Holy Spirit High School in New Jersey. Hwang Yoon-Suk, later to be known as Hwanhee, was encouraged to audition by a staff member working for the label at his high school festival. Fly to the Sky officially debuted on November 21, 1999, at the LOG-IN H.O.T. Concert and SM Festival Concert '99. Soon after, the duo released their debut album '' Day by Day'' on December 9, 1999, and made their first official television appearance two days later. Unlike their predecessors on their label, popular teen idols at that t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
J-Min
Oh Ji-Min (born May 27, 1988), known professionally as J-Min( ja, ジェイミン), is a South Korean singer, songwriter and musical actress. She began her career in Japan before eventually debuting in South Korea. Career 2007–2009: Debut J-Min made her debut in Japan with her first extended play, ''Korogaru Ringo'', on September 12, 2007. On January 16, 2008, J-Min's second Japanese extended play, ''Dream On...'' was released. Following the release of her second extended play, her cover album title "The Singer" was released on November 19. The album included cover songs from several Japanese songs previously released. J-Min released a digital single titled ''Change/One'' on May 27, 2009. It was used as the opening and ending theme for the TV anime adaptation of Hanasakeru Seishounen. The single was her last released under Avex Trax before her contract expired in 2012. 2012–2013: Original soundtracks, ''If You Want'', musical roles and ''Heart Theatre'' J-Min released ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zhang Liyin
Zhang Liyin (born February 28, 1989) is a Chinese singer and songwriter of Yi ethnicity. She has released singles in both China and South Korea, singing in both languages. Zhang has released only one studio album since her debut in 2006, but its singles carried a few top ten titles, such as "Timeless," which was a No. 1 hit, as well as "I Will". She is also the first foreign artist to win Best Newcomer award at the Mnet Asian Music Awards. Early life Zhang was born in Chengdu, Sichuan, China. Her parents took her to their classical concerts and exposed her to a variety of music. At the age of three, she began to learn the violin. Zhang was so interested in classical, American, and European pop music that she claims she never sang children's songs when she was a child. She also developed the ability to sing a song after hearing it only once. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
SHINee
Shinee ( ; ko, 샤이니, Syaini; ja, シャイニー, Shainī; stylized as SHINee) is a South Korean boy band formed by SM Entertainment in 2008. The group's musical impact in their native country has earned them numerous accolades and the title "Princes of K-pop". The group currently is composed of four members: Onew, Key, Minho, and Taemin. Originally a five-piece group, vocalist Jonghyun died in December 2017. Shinee debuted in May 2008 with their first EP, '' Replay'', on SBS' '' Inkigayo'' with their single " Replay". 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" and "Lucifer". "Ring Ding Dong" charted on top of several ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Super Junior-M
Super Junior-M (stylized as SJ-M), an initialism for Super Junior-Mandarin, is a Chinese sub-unit of the South Korean boy band Super Junior. The sub-unit is the first international music group in the Chinese music industry to have members of both Chinese and Korean descent. Formed in 2008, Super Junior-M became the third and most successful subgroup branched off from the Korean band Super Junior. The sub-unit originally consisted of leader Han Geng, Donghae, Siwon, Ryeowook, Kyuhyun and two additional members appearing exclusively to the subgroup, Zhou Mi and Henry. In December 2009, Han Geng filed a lawsuit against SM Entertainment and decided to leave the main group and sub-unit, resulting in the sub-unit's temporary disbandment. After a year-long hiatus, Super Junior-M returned with addition Super Junior members Eunhyuk and Sungmin. They released Super Junior-M's second mini album ''Perfection'' in February 2011. After Han Geng's leave, the group considers Sungmin as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zhubei City
Zhubei ( Wade-Giles: ''Chupei''; Hakka PFS: ''Chuk-pet''; Hokkien POJ: ''Tek-pak'') is a city in the nation of Taiwan. It is one of the fastest-growing settlements in Taiwan, with a population gain of 51,000 between 2010 and 2019, the highest of any township/city or district. The city has attracted migration both because of its proximity to Hsinchu City and the Hsinchu Science and Technology Park, and because the Hsinchu County government has focused most of its infrastructure here. It is governed as a county-administered city, and is the county seat of Hsinchu County. Taiwan High Speed Rail's Hsinchu HSR station is located here. History Empire of Japan In 1920, the area of was formerly called " Angmo Field" (). In 1941, and merged to become under Shinchiku District, Shinchiku Prefecture. Republic of China Zhubei was originally a rural township under Hsinchu County from 1950 to 1988. In October 1988, Zhubei Township was promoted to a county-administered city. Geogra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hsinchu County Stadium
The Hsinchu County Stadium (), also referred to as Zhubei Dome (), is a multi-purpose stadium in Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, Taiwan. Completed in 2005, the stadium consists of an outdoor arena used mostly for football and track and field events and outdoor concerts, and an indoor stadium for multiple sports events, exhibitions, conferences and performances. In 2006, it received the EEWH green building certification. South Korean SM Town artists held 2 concerts at the outdoor arena, as part of the ''SM Town Live World Tour III'' and '' SM Town Live World Tour 4'' on 9 June 2012 and 21 March 2015 respectively. Features * Outdoor arena: IAAF certified track * Indoor stadium: Three-floored structure with flexible configuration (seats between 6,000 and 8,000) See also * List of stadiums in Taiwan The following is a list of stadiums in Taiwan, ordered by capacity. Currently all stadiums with a capacity of 10,000 or more are included. See also * List of sporting events ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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