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T-ara Great China Tour
T-ara Great China Tour was the fifth tour by South Korean girl group T-ara and their first in China. It began in Shanghai on and concluded in the same city on November 25, 2014. In October 2015, T-ara became the first South Korean artist to hold a concert in Hefei. The final stop in Shanghai drew a crowd of 12,000 attendees and was watched by nearly 2 million viewers in China alone through the streaming platform Panda TV. Originally T-ara were planned to perform in 13 cities, however, due to schedule conflicts, the tour was reduced to 6 shows only. Background and development On 29 December 2014, T-ara held their "T-ara China Tour - Shanghai Greeting Concert" marking the start of their tour promotion in China. The event was attended by Wang Sicong, son of businessman Wang Jianlin. The "T-ara Great China Tour 2015–16" began in Hefei and concluded in Shanghai in September 2016. It marked T-ara's first concerts in Hefei and Nanjing. On 20 May, several music officials announce ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
So Good (T-ara Album)
''So Good'' (stylized as ''SO GOOD'') is the seventh extended play by South Korean girl group T-ara. It was released on August 4, 2015 by MBK Entertainment. Release In July 2015, it was revealed that the group would be returning with a new album the following month and that the group are ready for their Chinese promotions and that they have been starting to work on their new Chinese album since the start of the year. On August 4, T-ara promoted their comeback with the single " So Crazy". On August 12, the group started their promotions in China with the song "So Crazy (Chinese Version)" and also released a music video. Reception ''So Crazy'' received generally positive reviews from critics, specifically, the project's concepts and outfits were seen as revolutionary and were selected by several critics as a defining fashion moment. In 2019, ''Glamour UK'' included ''So Crazy'' sailor outfits as one of the greatest fashion moments in K-Pop history that helped change the fashion in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
NetEase
NetEase, Inc. () is a Chinese Internet technology company founded by Ding Lei in June 1997. It provides online services with content, community, communications, and commerce. The company develops and operates online PC and mobile games, advertising services, email services, and e-commerce platforms in China. It is one of the largest Internet and video game companies in the world. The company owns multiple pig farms. NetEase has an on-demand music-streaming service ( NetEase Cloud Music). The video games include, '' Fantasy Westward Journey'', ''Tianxia III'', ''Heroes of Tang Dynasty Zero'', and ''Ghost II''. NetEase operated the Chinese version of Blizzard Entertainment games from 2008 to 2023, such as ''World of Warcraft'', '' StarCraft II'', and '' Overwatch''. NetEase trades on the Chinese and American stock markets. The company trades as 9999 on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and NTES on Nasdaq. History Ding Lei founded the company in June 1997. It grew due in part to t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yayaya
"Yayaya" is a single recorded by South Korean girl group T-ara, released on December 1, 2010. The song peaked at number five on the Gaon Chart, marking T-ara's tenth top-ten entry. It also emerged as one of the best-selling singles released in 2010, amassing approximately 1.5 million downloads. Due to the bombardment of Yeonpyeong earlier that November, the release and promotion for the single along with the album were delayed. Background and release Concept photos promoting the single were released on November 22, 2010. The release was delayed until December 3, 2010, due to the bombardment of Yeonpyeong earlier that November. "Yayaya" was released as the second single for ''Temptastic'' on December 1, 2010. The choreography was done by YAMA&HOTCHICKS dance studio, who choreographed some of T-ara's previous hits, including "Bo Peep Bo Peep" and "You're Driving Me Crazy" and " Why Are You Being Like This?". Both "Yayaya" and "Ma Boo", a side-track on the EP, were supposed to be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jang Nara
Jang Na-ra (; born March 18, 1981) is a South Korean actress and singer who has been active in both the South Korean and Chinese entertainment industries since 2001. She rose to prominence with her hit studio album ''Sweet Dream'' in 2002, and starred in well-received television series ''Successful Story of a Bright Girl'' (2002), ''My Love Patzzi'' (2002), ''Wedding (TV series), Wedding'' (2005), ''My Bratty Princess'' (2005), ''You Are My Destiny (2014 TV series), You Are My Destiny'' (2014), ''Confession Couple'' (2017), ''The Last Empress (TV series), The Last Empress'' (2018–2019), ''VIP (South Korean TV series), VIP'' (2019), ''Sell Your Haunted House'' (2021), and ''Good Partner'' (2024). Early life and education Jang was born in 1981 and spent most of her childhood in Yeokchon-dong, Eunpyeong District, in Seoul, South Korea. She appeared with her father, actor (stage name), which real name is Jang Yeon-gyo, in the play ''Les Misérables (musical), Les Misérables'' i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Joey Yung
Joey Yung Tso-Yi (, ; born 16 June 1980) is a Hong Kong singer signed to Emperor Entertainment Group. Since her debut in 1996, Yung has won numerous awards, including the JSG Most Popular Female Singer and Ultimate Best Female Singer – Gold awards a record-breaking nine times. She was ranked 63rd on the 2014 ''Forbes'' China Celebrity 100, making her the most influential Hong Kong–based female singer that year. In 2014, she reportedly earned HK$80 million (US$10.3 million). Early life Yung was born on 16 June 1980 at Yan Chai Hospital in Tsuen Wan elder to one brother. She has ancestral roots from Xinhui, Guangdong. She attended Ma On Shan Lutheran Primary School, where she was classmates with Wong Cho-lam in her sixth grade. At the age of fifteen, Yung competed in the Big Echo Karaoke Singing Contest and was subsequently signed by Go East Entertainment Co., Ltd. As an artist under Go East, she recorded the song "The First Time I Want to be Drunk" as a the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
My Pride
''My Pride'' ( Chinese: 我的驕傲) is an album recorded by Cantopop Cantopop (a contraction of "Cantonese pop music") is a genre of pop music sung in Cantonese. Cantopop is also used to refer to the cultural context of its production and consumption. The genre began in the 1970s and became associated with Hon ... singer Joey Yung, released in 2003. "My Pride" was Yung's fifth studio recorded album and garnered Yung with the "Most Popular Female Singer" award for that year. The title song, "My Pride," was a cover of Fiona Fung's English song, "Proud of You" and was named one of the greatest Cantonese songs of all time. Title song The title song of the album "My Pride" was originally an English commercial song "Proud of You" by another Cantopop artist, Fiona Fung in 2003. Joey Yung was then requisitioned to record the commercial in Mandarin and later recorded the full song in Cantonese. Shortly after, Yung released a Mandarin version of "My Pride" titled "Girl Flutteri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Never Ever (Jiyeon EP)
''Never Ever'' is the debut extended play by South Korean singer Park Ji-yeon, Jiyeon. It was released on May 20, 2014, by MBK Entertainment, Core Contents Media. "1 Minute 1 Second (Never Ever)" was released as the lead single. Release On April 2, 2014 it was announced that Jiyeon would have a solo album. MBK Entertainment, Core Contents Media released a statement saying, "Jiyeon’s solo concept is sexy and will be similar to Park Jiyoon's 'Coming of Age Ceremony', but with a modern 2014-esque twist." On May 20, 2014 the extended play ''Never Ever'' was released along with the music video for the title track "1 Minute 1 Second (Never Ever)" and a dance practice video. "1 Minute, 1 Second (Never Ever)" is a medium-tempo song produced by Duble Sidekick. The EP also includes the melancholic "Marionette" and "Yeouido Cherry Blossom", a song by composer Ahn Young-min. On May 23, 2014, it was announced that Jiyeon had been forced to change the dance for "1 Minute 1 Second (Never E ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cry Cry
"Cry Cry" is a single recorded by South Korean girl group T-ara, Its release was originally set for release on November 18, 2011, but was pushed forward one week to November 11 due to the demand for the album's lead track, "Cry Cry". It served as the lead track for the group's third EP, '' Black Eyes''. The song achieved commercial and critical success, becoming a chart topper on both the Gaon Chart and ''Billboard'' Korea Hot 100 chart. It also emerged as one of the best-selling Korean singles of the 2010s, amassing nearly 3.8 million downloads as of 2012. Background and release The group's agency, Core Contents Media, released a series posters for "Cry Cry" showcasing parts of the short film, on November 4, 2011. ''Black Eyes'' was released on November 17, 2011, with the single on the same day. Due to a computer issue, the release was delayed and was released 2 hours late. A ballad version was also released within the EP. The audio track from the "Cry Cry" (Ballad Ver.)'s m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Day By Day (T-ara Song)
"Day by Day" () is a song by South Korean girl group T-ara from the EP of the same name, released on 3 July 2012 as its lead single. It was composed by Kim Tae-hyun and produced by Cho Young-soo and Ahn Young-min. This was T-ara's first song featuring new member Areum and the last with Ryu Hwa-young. Background and release "Day by Day" was the product of Kim Tae-Hyun, by Cho Young-soo and Ahn Young-min, who have all previously worked with T-ara on songs such as "Cry Cry" and "You Drive Me Crazy". Before its official release, a choreography video in which "Day by Day" can be heard was leaked to YouTube in late May 2012. The song is a ballad with a flute beat, with lyrics about a girl pleadingly begging a boy to take her with him. The choreography was made by John Temorning who choreographed Beyoncé's " Single Lady". On 30 July 2012, Kim Kwang-Soo, Core Contents Media's representative, issued a statement that Ryu Hwa-young would unconditionally terminate her contract and quit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Number Nine (T-ara Song)
"Number Nine" is a song by South Korean girl group T-ara, from their eighth extended play '' Again''. The song was written and composed by Shinsadong Tiger and Choi Gyu-sung. "Number Nine" was released as the lead single from the album on 10 October 2013. The song was released in Japanese with "You Gave Me Guidance" which was selected as the theme song to the film ''Jinx!!!'' starring member Hyomin. The single was released on 20 November 2013, through EMI Records Japan. "Number Nine" was selected as the song of the year by ''KoreanWave Indonesia''. Background and release On 15 September, Core Contents Media revealed that T-ara will make their comeback on 10 October 2013. The song was said to have a "stronger sound", but still remain catchy. On 26 September 2013, T-ara released a 30 second teaser video, filmed in a desert. On 1 October, T-ara released another teaser for "Number Nine" on their official website. In their black-and-white teaser, they used an "upgraded mature beauty" ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sugar Free (T-ara Song)
"Sugar Free" () is a single recorded by South Korean girl group T-ara. Released on September 11, 2014, it served as the lead track for the group's sixth extended play, '' And & End''. Commercially, the song marked T-ara's highest career charting on ''Billboard''s World Digital Song Sales chart."Sugar Free": On September 24, a limited edition remix album featuring eight remixes and original demos was released. It also was the group's first and only song recorded in English. "Sugar Free" earned T-ara the Group of the Year award at 3rd V Chart Awards and was nominated for the main prize (bonsang) and the Hallyu Special Award at the Seoul Music Awards. The music video received the Best Dance Video award at the 4th MTV Best of the Best Awards. Background and release On August 6, 2014, it was announced that T-ara would be returning with a new album scheduled for release the following month. Their label, MBK Entertainment, later confirmed a mid-September release date. "Sugar Free" ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aju Business Daily
Aju News Corporation (; also known as Aju News) is a economic newspaper launched in October 2007 by former ''Korea Economic Daily'' and ' reporter Kwak Young-gil, and published in South Korea. Based in Seoul, it is a major newspaper in South Korea. History ''Aju Business Daily'' was founded in October 2007. In October 2010, it began to cooperate with Hong Kong–based ''Wen Wei Po'' to provide news News is information about current events. This may be provided through many different Media (communication), media: word of mouth, printing, Mail, postal systems, broadcasting, Telecommunications, electronic communication, or through the te ... about the Chinese economy. References Newspapers published in Seoul Newspapers established in 2007 Daily newspapers published in South Korea {{Asia-newspaper-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
