Source: DongA via Nate
by VITALSIGN on February 22, 2011
孫丹菲計畫5月回歸 新專輯概念尚未擇定
去年在完成‘Queen’的宣傳後，孫丹菲計畫將注意力放在表演方面。她在2009年首次以演員身份出道，出演SBS電視劇《Dream》，但收視率跌破4.9%。孫丹菲仍希望新的一年有好的開始，希望在表演上有更多的機會。
在過去幾個月中，她沒有找到滿意的電視劇和電影劇本，隨之，她決定回歸舞臺。幾個月後，孫丹菲將會為回歸而練習身材、唱功和舞蹈。雖然歌曲已經選好，但專輯的整體概念還未決定。
孫丹菲決定暫緩演技活動，重新以歌手身份復出
此前孫丹菲曾計畫在2011年重新開始戲劇活動，但是現在她全面修改了之前的計畫，準備先以歌手身份登臺演出。孫丹菲去年10月的迷你專輯“Queen”活動結束後，本計畫以演技開始活動。但是最近她已經重新接受訓練，練習演唱舞蹈和體能。
目前新專輯具體的概念還未確定，但是日程上計畫5月發行新專輯。孫丹菲原本準備在今年上半年發展演技，鞏固演員的地位，並接受了演技課程，準備恢復作為演員的自尊心。但是慎重挑選幾部電視劇和電影之後，發現沒有滿意的作品。這樣推遲下去就會產生活動的空白期，恰此時機海外地區對其新專輯的諮詢不斷，最終轉變活動方向決定重新以歌手身份復出。
Recently, Son Dambi announced that her entire schedule has been revamped in favor of her music comeback in May.
After completing her “Queen” promotions last year, the singer planned to focus on her acting career in 2011. She first made her acting debut in 2009 through SBS’s “Dream“, which unfortunately recorded a dismal 4.9% in viewer ratings. Still, Son Dambi hoped to use the New Year for a fresh start, and sought new opportunities in the acting field.
After going examining countless potential dramas and movies over the past few months, she found nothing that would satisfy her. Instead, the talent has decided to turn back to her original roots – music.
Over the next few months, Son Dambi will be undertaking weight, vocal, and dance training in preparation for her comeback. Although songs have been collected, the overall concept of the album remains undecided.
Kahi on her solo debut, her passion for perfection, and After School
Source + Photos: TV Daily via Daum
by VITALSIGN on February 23, 2011
When you crack open the first page of Kahi’s solo album jacket, you come across the words, “I am Kahi“. Those seemingly-simple words carry the weight of Kahi’s musical history – they embody 12 years of passion, effort, and of tireless desire.
Having debuted in 2009 with girl group After School, Kahi’s worked harder than ever over the past two years to realize her dreams. The 10 years spent as a dancer established a firm foundation for her to stand upon, which allowed her to create her very own ‘Kahi’ brand.
In an interview with TV Daily, Kahi discussed what the experience has been like for her thus far, and what she anticipates the future to hold.
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Q. “It must feel different for you now, compared to when you first debuted with After School.”
Kahi: A lot has happened since then, and although I started off as a part of a group, my dream was just to sing. My solo album feels like my own child now, and it makes me tear up. When After School’s album first came out, I was excited and felt like I was walking on clouds, but now, I feel both excited and serious. It’s probably due to the fact that I’m alone with this album, which raises my responsibility level.”
Q. “The hardships you faced are well known, but did you ever feel that you wanted to quit?”
Kahi: So many times. I liked dancing so much that I threw myself into it, but there were a lot of hardships involved. When my S-Blush team disbanded, I wanted to give up. When I began forming the members for After School, I wanted to give up. Once a day, once a month, I felt like I wanted to give up, but it’s important to overcome that.
“The release of your album was delayed for months at a time.”
Kahi: The reason for the delay was the title track. If I just wanted to release it as fast as possible, I could’ve released it last October. I just wanted to wait for something. I felt that there was something more. After I was satisfied with my title track, everything else just fell in line.
Q. “We’re not sure whether your vocal talent was hidden, or if it was a recent development, but we’re all surprised with it.”
Kahi: Because I was a dancer, people assumed (because of the stereotype) that I couldn’t sing. I hated that, so I practiced as much as I could. Even now, although I can’t say that I’m good at singing, I’m confident enough to say, ‘I’m not bad. I have my own unique color.’
There are singers who add a lot of music-recording (MR) into their songs to give little breaks, and people thought that I would definitely do that as well. Because of that, I deliberately tried not to. The song’s very lyrical, but dancing passionately makes it hard to sing. You can probably feel all the emotions swelling up inside of me with my last move (laughter).
There’s already an MR-removed video floating around, and many complimented me saying I did fine. I still wonder whether people would still be so passive if I added a lot of MR and focused on my dance instead. I heaved a sigh of relief, and I feel proud of myself. I’m planning to focus on showing my enjoyment on stage.
Q. “You wrote the lyrics for ‘Come Back You Bad Person‘ as well as ‘Rollercoaster.’ Both are about a woman clinging to a man, which is completely different to your real image.”
Kahi: I’ve always written lyrics, but someone suggested it this time so I went ahead and did it. I never felt adamant that my songs had to contain my lyrics, but I think they were received well. As opposed to landing a strong impact with the lyrics alone, I focused on depicting a certain type of ‘feel’, like the scent of love. So instead of ‘Screw off, you bad person,’ it’s about the feel of ‘Come back, you bad person.’ It’s not as strong, you know? (laughter)
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. “A lot of people have an image of you being this really strong, no-nonsense type of person.”
Kahi: I’m a perfectionist on stage. That might make me look potent, but it’s a depiction of my efforts, and it’s something I will continue to be in the future. On stage, even if I have to force myself, I want to be perfect and show only the best. Off-stage, I’m a personal, laid-back kind of person.
Q. “You’re of a certain age now, is it possible for you to continue to be a leader of a girl group?”
Kahi: I’m confident that even without me, After School will remain as an amazing group. Through changing members, we’ve become a lot stronger. I still have a lot of things I want to teach them and want to continue creating beautiful stages together. Together, we come up with the most amazing ideas, so I hope we continue to become a group that is able to freely enjoy the stage.
Q. “If you were forced to choose between After School’s leader Kahi and solo singer Kahi, which would you choose?”
Kahi: I can never let either of those go. I’ll do whatever it takes to make both happen. It’s like asking me to choose between my mother and my father.
After School's Lizzy to make her second appearance on “All My Love”
Source: Newsen via Nate
by VITALWARNING on February 22, 2011
After School’s maknae Lizzy will be making her second appearance on the MBC daily sitcom, “All My Love”.
Lizzy retweeted an agency representative on February 22nd, with the original message reading: “The cheerful Busan girl ‘Soonduk‘ has spent a lot of energy to get close with ‘Dooshik’, even before the filming started T_T If you’re curious, then please watch the 78th episode of ‘All My Love’!!!”
The idol star made her first appearance in the drama’s 64th episode. She plays a high school graduate who moved to Seoul from Busan, and was Doojoon’s penpal from his army days.
After School's Jooyeon graduates from college
Source: Jooyeon’s Twitter (@ASJuPal)
by chloejn on February 22, 2011
Earlier today, After School’s Jooyeon became a graduate of Dongduk Women’s University!
On February 22nd, Jooyeon tweeted,
“I graduated today!! ^^ I really like today’s weather!♬“
In the photos, Jooyeon is seen wearing her graduation cap and gown while holding numerous bouquets in front of her school.
Fans filled her Twitter with congratulatory messages for the recent grad.
Congratulations Jooyeon!
Former After School member 劉少英Yoo Soyoung shows off her flawless skin
Source: Osen
by phenom on February 21, 2011
Former member of girl idol group After School, Yoo Soyoung, gladly updated fans on her whereabouts recently.
Recently, Yoo Soyoung uploaded selca pictures through her mini-homepage, as she posted pictures of herself in the mirror, showing off her flawless, porcelain skin. With her feminine and innocent charms, fans have been demanding for her comeback.
Back in October 2009, Yoo Soyoung left After School because of health issues, but she has been constantly communicating with fans, raising anticipation for her comeback.
Last year, Yoo Soyoung joined top star Go Soyoung’s agency, Dapoy Entertainment, and has been preparing to become an actress.
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