[News] Memorable Date with Zo In Sung in Singapore!

[News] Memorable Date with Zo In Sung in Singapore!

Actor Zo In Sung of the the popular melo-drama That Winter, The Wind Blows recently embarked on a promotional tour to Malaysia and Singapore last week. The tour was in line with the drama being aired on Channel ONE (SingTel mio TV Ch 513, 604 / StarHub TV Ch 823, 876, 124).

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[News] TVXQ Holds Press Conference in Kuala Lumpur, 'Apologizes for Not Visiting for 6 Years'

[News] TVXQ Holds Press Conference in Kuala Lumpur, 'Apologizes for Not Visiting for 6 Years'

The temperature in the Topaz Room of The Saujana Hotel Resort last Saturday, 18 May 2013 was rather 'hotter' than ever. As the clock struck at 4.00pm, the highly anticipated K-pop royalty, TVXQ, arrived in the room, being welcomed by the flashes of cameras from the guests of Medias, sponsors and lucky fans who have been waiting for their arrival to personally greet the Malaysian Press after 6 years for their 'TVXQ! Catch Me World Tour LIVE in Kuala Lumpur'.

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[News] Zo In Sung heads overseas on May 20 to promote the drama series That Winter, The Wind Blows

[News] Zo In Sung heads overseas on May 20 to promote the drama series That Winter, The Wind Blows

 According to a report by his agency on May 20, Zo In Sung is departing the same day on a four-day three-night trip to promote the popular drama series That Winter, The Wind Blows (written by No Hee Kyung, directed by Kim Kyu Tae), which ended at the beginning of April.

Zo is heading to Malaysia. After an interview with the local media, Zo will meet local fans at the Paradigm Shopping Mall in downtown Kuala Lumpur. Moving on to Singapore, Zo will greet fans at the Suntec City Shopping Mall, after another interview with reporters.

Zo was already well known throughout Asia for the drama Something Happened in Bali and Spring Days, and recently he has received greater attention when That Winter, The Wind Blows aired in Southeast Asia.

A staffer connected to the promotion says, ”That Winter, The Wind Blows aired Singapore and Malaysia at the same time, from March 13 to May 2, and it was tremendously popular. The local media have expressed high expectations for Zo In Sung, and he enjoys the passionate support of fans.”

That Winter, The Wind Blows, having already in Singapore, Malaysia, and Japan will soon be seen in countries throughout Asia.

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[News] TVXQ heat up the stage in Malaysia

[News] TVXQ heat up the stage in Malaysia

TVXQ (Yoon Ho and Chang Min) have just finished a successful concert in Malaysia. According to an announcement by their agency on May 20, the group‘s powerful performances sent the fans into a frenzy in their live concert held at Melawati Arena in Kuala Lumpur on May 18.

Starting with “Rising Sun,” they performed 26 hit songs, including “Catch Me” and “Humanoids,” which drew explosive responses. Local fans sang the songs along with the group while waving pearl-red light sticks (which symbolize the duo). Fans moved the group’s heart by waving purple light sticks when they sang “Purple Line.”

TVXQ expects a total of about 850,000 fans to attend their concerts in Japan, which will take place at five of Japan’s biggest venues.

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[News] TVXQ! event crew set the stage for an incredible comeback performance in Malaysia!

Kuala Lumpur shall soon welcome the return of ‘K-Pop royalty’, TVXQ!, the biggest alternative Korean pop band in Asia. With the performance they’ve all been waiting for just around the corner, Malaysian Cassiopeia are brimming with excitement — and rightly so! TVXQ! ‘Catch Me’ Live World Tour concert organizer, JPM Music has now been joined by the band’s production crew (all the way from South Korea) and are in the process of building the stqage that will be unlike any other stage used in TVXQ’s Asian tour so far.

More than RM1.5 million has been invested in the development of this stage which is specially designed for the Malaysian fans to enjoy an intimate concert experience. The layout of the stage and audience seating allows a great number of fans to feel that they are getting up-close-and-personal with Max and U-Know Yunho as they rock the stadium with their electrifying dance moves and soulful sounds.

This performance will mark TVXQ!’s  third appearance in Malaysia since the band was formed in 2003 and it is also their first time performing in Malaysia after an absence of 6 years. Their break from the limelight has not left the group’s following to diminish and in fact, their fan base in Malaysia has continued to grow over the years. So whilst many of the housands attending the concert this weekend will be long time followers of TVXQ!, there will also be many new fans who have been won over by the boys’ previous successes and earlier music.

Fans attending the concert which will be held at Stadium Malawati, Shah Alam on 18th May 2013 are advised to take note that the concert time has been changed to 6pm. For those who are still keen but have yet to make arrangements – tickets are available (but in limited supply) and there are just 3 days left before the big day so don’t miss out!

Tickets are also available to be purchased through http://www.ticketcharge.com.my and all official outlet of Rock corner.
For more information, please log on to www.jpmmusic.com.my or visit the official JPM Music Facebook page. Email to enquiry@jpmmusic.com.my for any enquiry of tickets or call +603-77128690 (Monday to Friday 10am – 6pm) for details. You can also register yourself at www.jpmmusic.com.my to get the latest concert updates too.

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[News] G-DRAGON 1st WORLD TOUR 2013: ONE OF A KIND IN MALAYSIA – TICKET LAUNCH

Tickets for the G-DRAGON 1st WORLD TOUR 2013: ONE OF A KIND IN MALAYSIA concert went on sale on 11th May 2013 at a special ticket launch event at Fahrenheit88 and here’s a short update on the event. In the meantime, here are some pointers about the event:

1. The first fan started queuing since Wednesday evening, and she was also the first fan in the queue for last year’s BIGBANG concert ticket launch
2. Fans who got to know each other while queuing for BIGBANG tickets last year met up to queue together this time
3. Parents came to queue (some overnight!) with their children for the tickets
4. Hundreds of fans queued overnight and there were more than 1000 people in the queue before doors opened
5. VIP tickets sold out within an hour of the start of sales and Cat 2 (RM488) tickets are selling fast; limited tickets are available via Ticketcharge and Redtix outlet and online channels
6. Merchandise can be purchased online from next week onwards. Details can be found on:

RITS website: www.runningintothesun.com

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[News] Actor Zo In Sung to visit Singapore and Kuala Lumpur

Fans of k-drama That Winter, The Wind Blows will soon get the opportunity to catch the dashing leading actor, Zo In Sung (Spring Day, Memories in Bali) upclose and personal! The star of the beautifully shot and popular Korean romantic drama series will be on going on a promotional tour to Kuala Lumpur and Singapore – organized by ONE/ONE HD channel.

Leading man Zo In Sung stars opposite Song Hye Kyo (Full House, The World That They Live In), both making their comebacks to TV with this series. That Winter, The Wind Blows is Zo’s first TV drama in eight years since Spring Day in 2005, and first acting project since completing mandatory military service in 2011. 

In That Winter, The Wind Blows, Zo plays Oh Soo, an orphan who gives up on life after losing his first love, gets obsessed with gambling and becomes a con-artist. His next target is Oh Young, played by Song, the sole heiress to a large corporation after tragically losing her parents and her eyesight. He tries to get near Oh Young by pretending to be her long-lost brother and henceforth, these two individuals – isolated in their own ways from the world, begin to understand the meaning of life together.

Zo In Sung’s visit is the fifth promotional tour organized by ONE / ONE HD, following actor Jang Hyuk in January 2011 to promote Midas; Lee Dong Wook and Kim Sun-A in December 2011 for Scent of A Woman; K-pop boy group BTOB in June 2012 to perform in Jakarta; and budding actor Lee Hyun Woo in promotion of To the Beautiful You last October.

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[News] 2PM sweeps iTunes charts in six countries

According to an announcement made by their agency, JYP Entertainmnet, on May 7, 2PM (Jun K, Nickhun, Taekyeon, Woo Young, Joon Ho, and Chan Sung) have made a sensational return after a two-year hiatus.

An agency official said that right after the third studio album was released, it ranked at the top on real time iTunes charts in six Asian countries: Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Philippines, and Taiwan.

He added, “The new album is receiving explosive responses, ranking high on various album charts with several songs, including lead track “Listen to This Song and Come Back.” They proved themselves to be the hottest singers by sweeping iTunes charts in major Asian countries. The lead song has lyrical emotion, telling the story of a man who regrets breaking up with his girlfriend. Another song from the album will be released soon.”

The group’s new album will go on sale on the 13th of May, and the group perform on a special titled “2PM Returns” on MBC on May 11.

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[News] Updates: TVXQ Live World Tour ‘Catch Me’ in Kuala Lumpur

Have you gotten your tickets to TVXQ Live World Tour ‘Catch Me’ in Kuala Lumpur? The good people of JPM Music have announced that every week from now until concert day, a few lucky fans will be chosen to win exclusive pass to attend the official media press conference.

Also with every purchase of VVIP tickets or Premium zone tickets, ticketholders may even win themselves a holiday to Korea that includes tickets to a concert by one of the incredible K-Pop artists under SM Management.

Check out JPM Music website for more information. Only less than a month away to concert day – are you ready?

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[News] AOA Press Conference in Malaysia for 2013 Asia Super Showcase

 FNC Entertainment’s multi-talented girl group, AOA(an acronym for Ace of Angels) are in town for 2013 Asia Super Showcase‘s press conference! The press conference was held at Renoma Cafe Gallery, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 16th April 2013 at 4pm.

The angels of AOA (l-r; Jimin, Mina, Hyejeong, Seolhyun, Chanmi and Choa) were all smiles and greeted the media. Unfortunately, members Youkyung and Yuna were unable to make it for the press conference.

As this is AOA‘s first time in Malaysia, they are very excited to explore and see more of the country during their stay. Member Choa mentioned that she has a friend who has been living in Malaysia for awhile and has heard many good things about the country.

Leader Jimin explained the concept behind their group name ’Ace of Angels’, stating that there are many angels in the sky right now and they want to be the ace of those angels. AOA hopes to be the ace of all the girl groups in the K-pop industry one day and that they will work hard to achieve their goal.

 When asked which artist that they would love to work with in the future, members Hyejeong and Chanmi both replied that they would love the work with their company’s sunbae, CNBlue and FTisland, on a future performance or Christmas Album. Member SeolHyun would like to work with pop-culture phenomenon PSY and Choa said that there are many Korean artists she would like to work with but hopes to work with a Malaysian artist one day.

Stay tuned for our concert coverage of happening on 12th of May! Organized by Marctensia Concerts,  2013 Asia Super Showcase in Malaysia; with artists such as Girl’s Generation, AOA and a third act that will be announced at the end of this week, will be held at Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur, on the 12th of May.

Korea.com would like to thank organizer Marctensia Concerts for the kind invitation to attend this press conference. Stay tune to Marctensia Concerts’ facebook page for news on future concerts/showcase events!

 On being invited as one of the artists for the concert, AOA replied that they feel very proud but nervous at the same time. As this is their first time ever performing overseas, they are very thankful to be invited to perform at such a big event. AOA mentioned that they would love to see fans sing along to their songs during the concert and that will make them very happy.

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[News] U-KISS impresses at Twin Towers @live 2013 Day 1

It was a unforgettable night for Malaysian KISSMEs at the Twin Towers @live 2013 concert held on 22nd March 2013. With the beautiful Twin Towers as their back drop, U-KISS kicked started their performance with ‘Neverland‘ and their latest song ‘Standing Still‘.

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[News] Cassies – Are you ready to catch TVXQ! Live World Tour “Catch Me” in Kuala Lumpur?

Fans of Asia’s biggest alternative K-POP band, TVXQ!, who fondly refer to themselves as Cassiopeia , can now scream in delight as they no longer have to wait for the return of the K-Pop Kings! The TVXQ! legacy lives on as the boys continue their record breaking streak, filling out arenas and stadiums across the globe with their new world tour < TVXQ! LIVE WORLD TOUR “CATCH ME” >.

TVXQ! was temporarily stepped out of the lime light since <The 3^rd Asia Tour Concert Mirotic in Seoul> in 2009. Four years on, TVXQ! members Uknow and Max returned to the K-Pop music scene in the form of a duo and introduced the brand new album Catch Me in 2012.

After an absence of 6 years, the K-POP duo, TVXQ! will be back to dazzle fans with their live world tour “Catch Me” in Kuala Lumpur – to be held at Stadium Malawati, Shah Alam, 18th May 2013. Ticket sales will officially start on 16^th March 2013.

The new tour commenced in Seoul, Korea, October 2012 and proved to be more popular than ever, with 20,000 concert tickets completely sold out within five minutes. The K-Pop phenomena is making history as the first K-POP band to embark on a tour that includes performances at five major entertainment domes in Japan; following a concert at the Saitama Super Arena, TVXQ! then moves on to perform at Tokyo Dome, Osaka Kyocera Dome, Fukuoka Yahoo! Japan Dome, Sapporo Dome and last but not least Nagoya Dome. The world tour will also take the dynamic duo to Hong Kong, Beijing and other Asian cities.

The organizer, JPM Music, heard Malaysian fans’ cries for a chance to see the K-Pop legend’s return and is all set to delight the local Cassiopeia with a sensational TVXQ experience! Not only is this JPM Music’s first K-Pop concert but it also the first TVXQ! concert in Malaysia in 6 years and as a duo. News of the highly anticipated concert has already got fans reeling with excitement and no doubt there shall be a vibrant sea of people dressed in pearl red apparel – the official TVXQ! fan colour.

To ease the commute for concert goers, JPM Music is thoughtfully providing shuttle transportation from KL Sentral station to Stadium Malawati in Shah Alam. Shuttle bus vouchers can be purchased on the launch day of ticket sales, through the organizer, or on the spot on event day.
For ticketing prices and launch information, head on over to JPM Music website or their Facebook page.

Cassies are you ready to paint the town red?

JPM Music is a Malaysian company formed by the JPM Group with the aim of being recognized as the premier organizer of K Pop performances in the ASEAN region. With its core team of professionals who share a great passion for fabulous music, JPM Music strives to provide fans with the best of K Pop performances, experiences and memories to last a lifetime.

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