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Girl Spirit
''Girl Spirit'' () is a South Korean reality television singing competition that premiered on cable network JTBC on July 19, 2016. The aim of the show is to highlight the talents of the vocalists of twelve lesser-known girl groups that debuted in recent years. It airs every Tuesday at 22:50 (KST). The contestants are ranked at the end of every episode based on their performances, and their scores will be accumulated over the course of twelve weeks to determine the top four contestants, two from each team. Each week select contestants' songs will be released digitally. The winner will receive a brand new car and the runner-up will get a family vacation to Saipan; both the winner's and the runner-up's final songs will also be released digitally. Format ''Girl Spirit'' centers around twelve girl group vocalists who have yet to achieve mainstream success. Five "gurus" will judge their performances every week, as well as give them advice. In addition to the gurus, the contestants' perf ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Reality Competition
Reality television is a genre of television programming that documents purportedly unscripted real-life situations, often starring ordinary people rather than professional actors. Reality television emerged as a distinct genre in the early 1990s with shows such as ''The Real World (TV series), The Real World'', then achieved prominence in the early 2000s with the success of the series ''Survivor (franchise), Survivor'', ''Idol (franchise), Idol'', and ''Big Brother (franchise), Big Brother'', all of which became global Franchising, franchises. Reality television shows tend to be interspersed with "confessionals", short interview segments in which cast members reflect on or provide context for the events being depicted on-screen; this is most commonly seen in American reality television. Competition-based reality shows typically feature the gradual elimination of participants, either by a panel of judges, by the viewership of the show, or by the contestants themselves. Documentary ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonamoo
Sonamoo (; stylized in allcaps) was a South Korean girl group formed by TS Entertainment. Originally a seven-member group, members Sumin and Nahyun left the group in 2019 after they filed a lawsuit to terminate the contracts with their company. They made their debut on December 29, 2014, with the extended play, ''Deja Vu''. Career 2014–2015: Debut and further mini-album releases On December 29, 2014, Sonamoo officially debuted with the release of their debut EP ''Deja Vu'' and single of the same name, and held their debut showcase performance. The album debuted at the number one spot on Gaon's weekly Album Chart. On February 25, 2015, they promoted "Just Go" as the second single off of their debut album. On July 20, 2015, Sonamoo released their second extended play ''Cushion''. The lead single of the same name was co-produced by EastWest and ₩uNo, who is known for being the former member of Speed, Taewoon. Members D.ana and NewSun also contributed to the writing of rap por ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bestie (band)
Bestie (, stylized as BESTie) was a South Korean girl group formed by YNB Entertainment. They released their debut single, "Pitapat", in July 2013. The group was composed of four members, Hyeyeon, Uji, Dahye and Haeryung. While Uji and Dahye parted their ways with YNB Entertainment in September 2017, the group disbanded in 2018 following the news of Hyeyeon joining Star Entertainment. History 2013: Debut and digital singles Hyeyeon, Uji, and Haeryung were previously in another girl group, EXID, before taking their leave for personal reasons, as the former two left to complete their studies, while the latter also left to focus on her acting career. With the addition of Dahye, they debuted as a group on July 11, 2013, with the release of their first single "Pitapat" and its music video, starring Jo Kwon and Yoo Se-yoon. The group held their debut live performance on KBS '' Music Bank'' on July 12. On October 16, they released their second single album with the title track " ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ladies' Code
Ladies' Code () is a South Korean girl group formed by Polaris Entertainment in 2013. The group's original lineup consisted of leader Ashley and members RiSe, EunB, Sojung, and Zuny. They made their debut with the mini-album '' Code#01'' and the lead track "Bad Girl", which were released on March 7, 2013. On September 3, 2014, the group was involved in a car crash that resulted in the deaths of EunB and Rise. Ladies' Code returned as a trio in February 2016 with the extended play '' Myst3ry''. In October 2016, they issued "The Rain" from their EP '' Strang3r''. The group left Polaris in February 2020 following the expiration of their contracts. The group is currently on indefinite hiatus, with the members pursuing solo careers. History Pre-debut Before the establishment of the group, most of the members had some experience in the entertainment industry. Rise participated in Miss Korea 2009 as a representative of Japan, and won the Korean Abroad Award. She gained popularity b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee So-jung
Lee So-jung (; born September 3, 1993), better known by the mononym Sojung, is a South Korean singer. She is best known as a member of the South Korean girl group Ladies' Code. Sojung made her debut as a soloist in March 2017 with single "Better Than Me". Early life Lee was born on September 3, 1993, in Wonju, Gangwon Province, South Korea. She attended Dankook University, where she majored in modern music. Career 2012–2014: Debut and car crash In 2012, Lee auditioned for the talent show ''The Voice of Korea'', which had its first episode aired on February 10 of the same year. For the show, she released several songs including "2 Different Tears", a cover version of Wonder Girls song, "Memory Loss (기억 상실)" and "No More". During the show's final episode, aired on March 30, Lee was announced as one of the winners. In February 2013, it was announced that Lee would be a member of Ladies' Code, under Polaris Entertainment. The group's debut mini-album ''Code 01 Ba ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fiestar
Fiestar () is a South Korean girl group, composed of Cao Lu, Jei, Linzy, Hyemi and Yezi. They began their career prior to debut by releasing a duet with label mate IU (singer), IU titled "Sea of Moonlight" in July 2012 for LOEN Entertainment's collective label album and later gained domestic success after entering the top ten of the Gaon Digital Chart. The group later debuted on August 31, 2012, with the single "Vista (song), Vista" and concluded their career in May 2018 after four members decided not to renew their contracts with the label. On August 27, 2024, Fiestar announced they would reunite to release a single on August 31 to celebrate their 12th anniversary debut. The group released their first independent single, "You're Pitiful", a remake version from their first EP ''Black Label'' (2015). On April 9, 2025, Bomnal Entertainment announced that the members of Fiestar signed an exclusive contract with their company. History Pre-debut In July 2012, LOEN Entertainment anno ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Spica (band)
Spica (, stylized as SPICA) was a South Korean girl group formed in 2012 under B2M Entertainment. The group consists of Kim Bo-a, Park Si-hyun, Park Na-rae, Yang Ji-won (singer), Yang Ji-won and Kim Bo-hyung. Their pre-debut single "Doggedly" was released on January 10, 2012, followed by their debut mini-album, ''Russian Roulette (Spica EP), Russian Roulette'', on February 8, 2012. They officially disbanded on February 6, 2017, though Bohyung has confirmed a possible reunion in the future. History 2012: Debut and further releases In the beginning of 2012, B2M Entertainment announced that they would debut a girl group. Their name is a reference to Spica, the brightest star in the Virgo (constellation), constellation of Virgo. On January 10, 2012, the group released their first digital single, "Doggedly" (; also translated "Potently"). The music video sparked high interest, as their fellow label-mate Lee Hyori made an appearance. On January 31, B2M Entertainment announced that the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Bo-hyung
Kim Bo-hyung (; born March 31, 1989) is a South Korean singer and musical actress. She debuted as a member of Spica in 2012 and made her solo debut with "Crazy Girl" in 2013. In 2016, Kim appeared on ''King of Mask Singer'', where she was a finalist for the 26th Generation Mask King, and JTBC's contest program ''Girl Spirit'', which she won. She later formed the duo Keembo in 2020 with fellow Spica member Kim Bo-a following Spica's disbandment in 2017. Kim made her Broadway debut in the 2022 musical ''KPOP''. Career 2008–2017: Debut in Spica, solo debut Starting in 2008, Kim was a trainee at YG Entertainment for two years. She trained with the 2NE1 members and was considered for the group, but ultimately did not debut with them. In 2012, she made her debut as a member of Spica under B2M Entertainment, the agency of Lee Hyori, with the single "Doggedly" released on January 10. Kim made her solo debut in October 2013 with "Crazy Girl"; Lee participated in its composition and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Official Debut
An official is someone who holds an office (function or mandate, regardless of whether it carries an actual working space with it) in an organization or government and participates in the exercise of authority (either their own or that of their superior or employer, public or legally private). An elected official is a person who is an official by virtue of an election. Officials may also be appointed ''ex officio'' (by virtue of another office, often in a specified capacity, such as presiding, advisory, secretary). Some official positions may be inherited. A person who currently holds an office is referred to as an incumbent. Something "official" refers to something endowed with governmental or other authoritative recognition or mandate, as in official language, official gazette, or official scorer. Etymology The word ''official'' as a noun has been recorded since the Middle English period, first seen in 1314. It comes from the Old French ' (12th century), from the Latin">-4; ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pristin
Pristin (; stylized in all caps, and pre-debut name Pledis Girlz) was a South Korean girl group formed by Pledis Entertainment in 2016. The group was composed of ten members: Nayoung, Roa, Yuha, Eunwoo, Rena, Kyulkyung, Yehana, Sungyeon, Xiyeon, and Kyla. Most of them appeared on the television show '' Produce 101'' and, as the prize for becoming two of the top contestants, Nayoung and Kyulkyung went on to debut as part of the project girl group I.O.I, before reuniting with the other members to debut as Pristin on March 21, 2017, with the first EP ''Hi! Pristin''. Pristin was known for writing and composing their own music. After nearly a year and a half with little activity, the group disbanded on May 24, 2019 when only 3 of the 10 members renewed their contract with Pledis Entertainment. History Pre-debut The members Nayoung, Roa, Yuha, Eunwoo, Rena, Kyulkyung and Xiyeon competed together on Mnet's survival television show '' Produce 101'', which aired from January 22 t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
WJSN
WJSN (; ), also known as Cosmic Girls, is a South Korean girl group formed by Starship Entertainment and Yuehua Entertainment. The group is composed of ten members: Seola (singer), Seola, Bona (singer), Bona, Exy, Soobin, Luda (singer), Luda, Dawon (singer), Dawon, Eunseo, Yeoreum, Dayoung, and Yoo Yeon-jung, Yeonjung. Originally a thirteen-member group, Wu Xuanyi, Xuanyi, Cheng Xiao, and Meng Meiqi, Meiqi departed from the group on March 3, 2023. The group debuted on February 25, 2016, with the extended play ''Would You Like?'' History 2015–2016: Formation and debut On December 4, 2015, Starship Entertainment and Yuehua Entertainment launched a 12-member girl group called WJSN, where the Korean and Chinese members were divided into different subunits. On December 10, the first unit, Wonder Unit, was announced (Cheng Xiao, Bona and Dayoung). On December 17, the second three-member unit (Xuanyi, Eunseo and Yeoreum) was introduced: Joy Unit. On December 21, WJSN's Wonder and J ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dawon (singer)
Nam Da-won (; born April 16, 1997), known mononymously as Dawon, is a South Korean singer and actress. She is a member of the South Korean girl group WJSN. Early life Dawon was born on April 16, 1997. She graduated from Chungdam High School. Career Pre-debut Dawon appeared on the second season of the South Korean reality television competition show ''K-pop Star 2'', which aired in 2012. She joined Starship Entertainment as a trainee sometime afterwards. 2016–present: Debut with WJSN and solo activities On February 25, 2016, Nam made her debut as a member of South Korean–Chinese girl group WJSN with debut EP '' Would You Like?''. On July 14, 2016, Nam released single "Shalala Romance" for the soundtrack of the television series ''Lucky Romance''. Later in 2016, Dawon appeared as a contestant on the singing competition show '' Girl Spirit'', which aired on JTBC from July 19 to September 27. On November 8, 2016, Dawon and her labelmate Junggigo, released the single ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
