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[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 13: Namsan Park & Myeongdong Part 2

As our planned itinerary for the day was not as hectic as our previous days’, we could afford to have a longer rest time than usual. Besides, a little more sleep would go a long way in recharging our energy levels after our episode of exhilarating but physically-exhausting experience at Vivaldi Park Ski Resort the day before.

For today, our aim is to conquer Seoul's Iconic Namsan Park that sits on top of Namsan Hill (Duh!), after-which we would continue our exploration of Myeongdong.

[Coverage] TOUCH Performance for Men's Fashion Week Asia 2011

2nd April 2011 - Despite being relatively new to the K-Pop industry, 7-men rookie boy-band TOUCH (5 were present) were able to prove with their sleek dance movements and vocals that there were more than ready for the industry at the Men's Fashion Week Asia 2011 (MFWAsia). Performing for the after-party at the MFWAsia, Touch brought the house down with 3 of their latest songs, Killin' Me, Today and Me that kept both fans and attendees from the last fashion show that were present entertained! With their strong stage charisma and catchy music tunes, I am sure we will get to hear more of them in the near future!

[Upcoming] “THE BEST” 2011 Rain Asia Tour (Singapore)

“THE BEST” 2011 Rain Asia Tour in Singapore

Date: 22nd May 2011, Sunday
Time: 7PM
Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Duration: To be updated
Price: To be updated
Organiser: Faith & D Entertainment

Now, who doesn't know Rain (비)? Well, he's back! Having performed in Singapore for his world tour 4 years back, the Fugitive Plan B actor is now back for another concert! This time, he will hold the “THE BEST” Asia Tour Concert in various countries including Singapore.





Tickets for The Best 2011 Rain Asia Tour in Singapore
Ticket price: ; $288, $268, $238, $168 and $118

Priority Sale: Friday, 29 April at 3 PM till Monday, 2 May at 11:59 PM

Public Sale: Tuesday, 3 May 2011 at 12 AM

[Upcoming] Korean Music Wave 2011 Singapore

Korean Music Wave 2011, Singapore

Artists: BIG BANG, 2NE1, Teen Top, FT Island, Girl's Day, The Boss, X-5 3 other bands/groups to be revealed
Date: 15th July 2011
Time: To be updated
Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Duration: To be updated
Price: To be updated
Organiser: Proof Label

Korean Music Wave 2011 has been confirmed with BIG BANG and 2NE1 as the headline of the concert. Together with them are Teen Top, FT Island, Girl's Day, The Boss, X-5 and 3 other bands/groups yet to be revealed! More information and details to be released at a later date! So stay tuned!

Tickets

Tickets will be sold via SISTIC. We will update again.

[Upcoming] K-Pop Heal The World Concert

K-Pop Heal The World

Artists: T-ara, T-MAX, MBLAQ, O SCHOOL, Dharni
Date: 4th June 2011
Time: 6PM (tentatively)
Venue: Max Pavilion, Singapore Expo
Duration: Approx. 5 hours
Price: $228, $178, $118 (for Cat 1 bulk orders, read here)
Organiser: K-Pop Asia

On the 4th of June each K-Pop group will be performing a full 5-6 songs.

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Great news for T-ara, T-MAX, and MBLAQ fans! The three groups will be heading to Singapore this mid-year! T-MAX would be familiar to those whom had caught their performance at the Sundown Festival two years ago. MBLAQ will also be familiar to Singapore K-Pop fans because they just came in December for the Mnet Ultimate Live concert! 7-member girl group T-ara will be performing for the first time in Singapore! Singapore's talents will also be present, with dance crew O SCHOOL, and beatbox sensation Dharni! Also, you can stand a chance to meet the three K-Pop groups!

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 12: Vivaldi Park Skiing & Myeongdong Part 1

Remember the day J brought us to Vivaldi Park near his hometown of Yangdeokwon to have a sneak-peak at its skiing-facilities? Well, this would be the day we returned to spend an entire afternoon Skiing! For those clueless as to what I have just mentioned, I was referring to our experience from Day 6.

Daemyung Vivaldi Park Ski World is one of several ski-resorts that South Korea has to offer. Instead of visiting the highly-commercialized Yongpyong Ski-resort mainly for tourists, we decided to go for a more local feel and experience at Vivaldi Park. Located within the mountains of Gangwon-do, it is about a 2-hour drive from Seoul. 

 

SE7EN for Singapore Entertainment Awards 2011

The highly anticipated Singapore Entertainment Awards (SEA) is back! Previously, the event attracted a 12,000-strong crowd in 2010. This year's SEA 2011 celebration concert will be held at the Singapore Indoor Stadium for the first time! Last year, Korean boy group SHINee graced the stage with their hit songs.

SE7EN came to Singapore recently for his "Digital Bounce" showcase and a Meet & Greet at IMM. This time, he is back again! The Korean singer will perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium with other artists such as Kit Chan, Namcha (Thailand), dayDream (Malaysia) and many more!

This year's SEA 2011 Celebration Concert will also be telecasted "LIVE" on one of Starhub Cable TV’s channel E-City after the event at a later date.

[Coverage] Park Shin Hye at Salvatore Ferragamo Fashion Show

10th March 2011 - Salvatore Ferragamo had the attention of many when it launched its highly anticipated 2011 Spring/Summer Collection with a glamorous runway show at the Paragon Atrium. In all glitz and glamour, special guests and members of the media were invited to grace this significant event from within the tastefully decorated exclusive premise. The general public could still catch a glimpse of the impressive show only from a bird's eye view up at the 3rd floor of the mall, as ambient translucent drop-curtains doubled-up as screens obscured most of the view from the lower levels, cloaking the event for a little privacy.

TOUCH for Men's Fashion Week 2011 in Singapore

Flight Information

Flight no.: KE643
Date: 1st April 2011
Time: 2PM
Venue: Terminal 2

Men's Fashion Week Singapore 2011

Date: 2nd April 2011
Time: 11PM
Venue: Marina Bay Sands – Convention Hall B
Price: $80 (Sales will be donated to charity) Refer to below, update
Organiser: Men's Fashion Week

Update: 2nd April - Free entry

As a gesture of our gratitude for your continued support & following of MFW 2011, we would like to invite you to a FREE Concert tonight at 11pm.

K-Pop Boy Band sensation TOUCH will be performing LIVE in MFW tonight!!

Please arrive promptly at 9pm. MUST be over 18 years old. See all of you then!

So head on down to Marina Bay Sands, Convention Hall B at 9PM tonight!

Source: Men's Fashion Week Facebook

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Booking tickets

Online booking can be made now. Visit Marina Bay Sands to book your tickets. Alternatively, you can book via telephone or head down to Marina Bay Sands Theater Box Office (daily 10am – 6pm).

Telephone booking service is open from 10am to 10pm (Mon – Sat) and 12pm to 8pm (Sun & Public holidays). Please have your credit card details and contact information ready for your purchase. Please note, you must be the credit card holder in order to make a telephone booking.

To book tickets via the hotline, please call +65 6348 5555.

About TOUCH

TOUCH is a new seven-member Korean boy group formed by YYJ Entertainment. Their name TOUCH is the acronym of "The Original Undeniable Charismatic Homme" and they are from the same high school as SE7EN and Rain!

The group debuted on 21st October last year with their song - "I". TOUCH’s main vocal Junyong is already a famous figure in his high school, attracting hundreds of fans in front of their dorm and rehearsal room. Leader Hanjun was previously a part of JYP Entertainment’s “Superstar Survival”

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 11: Dongdaemun Market & City Hall Ice-Skating

Taking an overnight flight direct from Singapore to Korea, Clara (C) finally arrived at our "home" at about 9 in the morning! Joining us for the last segment of the trip, she would be the 3rd member of our group! Welcome!

Having settled down her baggage in our "home", it was time to set off and begin the day's activities! Apparently, there was quite a snow storm that lasted throughout the night, blanketing the city with a significantly thick layer of whiteness on every exposed surface! Poof! Poof! Poof! Fluffy snow everywhere =)

Just outside Hyehwa Subway Station

Park Shin Hye for Salvatore Ferragamo Fashion Show

Salvatore Ferragamo Fashion Show

Date: 10th March 2011
Time: 8.30 PM
Location: Paragon Atrium (Not sure how to get there? See below)

Park Shin Hye was invited to the launch of Ferragamo’s Spring/Summer 2011 Collection  because of her love for the brand and how it epitomises her free spirit elegantly, with a touch of luxury and sophistication.

About Park Shin Hye

Park Shin Hye is an actress, singer and model from Paju, South Korea, who is currently studying at Chung-Ang University.

Her first major role was in the popular Korean drama, Stairway to Heaven, where she played the younger Han Jung-suh. For this role, she earned a “Child Actress Award” at the 2003 Seoul Broadcasting Station (SBS) Drama Awards.

She then moved on to star in other drama series, receiving critical acclaim for the portrayal of her character, Ha Na, in Tree of Heaven. By the time Tree of Heaven ended, Park Shin Hye had already garnered a large fan base in Korea who was captivated by her infectious personality on and off screen.

It was not until she clinched the lead actress role in You’re Beautiful that her popularity soared within Asia and around the world, with the drama series gaining a cult following and her receiving a “New Star Award” at the 2009 SBS Drama Awards.

Park Shin Hye has also appeared in photoshoots for fashion magazines such as Nylon, Allure, InStyle, Vogue Girl and Elle Korea.

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 10: Namdaemun

Looking back, we had been concentrating a lot on K-pop-related activities since the day we arrived and hadn't really been out and about exploring the city itself. Well, good news for those more interested in city exploration cause we are about to tone down on K-pop activities and really see what South Korea has to offer besides music entertainment.

While many out there were having the Monday blues getting to work and school, we were more than excited to begin the day!

[Upcoming] 2011 Jang Keun Suk Cri Show in Singapore

Organiser: Colored Rhythms Events
Last updated: 24th February 2011

Autograph & Photo-taking Session

Date: 22nd April 2011
Time: 7pm & 8pm respectively
Location: Marina Square Atrium

Fan Meeting

Date: 23rd April 2011
Time: 7.30 pm. Doors open at 7.00 pm
Location: University Cultural Centre Hall (Not sure how to get there? See below)

Mesmerized by Jang Keun Suk's superb acting skills, charismatic looks and vocal prowess from his hit dramas such as ‘You’re Beautiful’ and ‘Mary Stayed Out All Night’? Then this is one event not to be missed!

Following the overwhelming response from last year's fan meet in Singapore, Jang Keun Suk will be back once again in Singapore for round 2!

Proudly organized by Colored Rhythms, this will be his first stop for the Jang Keun Suk Asia Fan Meeting Tour 2011.

Not only can fans of Jang Keun Suk get to see him in person on the 23rd of April, they will also get up-close and personal with the Korean cutie at an exclusive autograph and photo-taking session on the 22nd of April!

As quoted from Colored Rhythms, participants to this event can expect to be entertained and mesmerized by Jang Keun Suk’s stage charisma as well as his humorous and charming personality!

Do follow Colored Rhythms on their Twitter and their Facebook page for the latest updates! We will also be posting updates here.

Latest From Press Release Update (19th March 2011)
Famous producer and DJ, Big Brother Kurt (Kurt Jung), will be joining his good friend Jang Keun
Suk at the Cri Show in Singapore. Elements of “Lounge H”, a well known party organized by Jang
Keun Suk, will be incorporated into the fan meeting session on Saturday evening.

This comes as a pleasant surprise to fans who have been hoping to experience the event and witness
the pretty boy’s DJ talent in action.

Jang Keun Suk will also be performing well-loved songs off his hit dramas ‘You’re Beautiful’ and
‘Marry Me, Mary” before he finishes the night on a high note with Big Brother Kurt.

Official event website: www.jksinsingapore.com
Official event email: general@jksinsingapore.com

Park Jung Min to Singapore!

Organizer: Sony Music Singapore

Fans of SS501's Park Jung Min out there, be sure to keep your time free from 18th till 20th march as Sony Music Singapore has something is stall for all you!

Flight Information 
Flight number: OZ751 @ Terminal 2, 9.30PM
 
Ticketing Information *extract from Sony Music Singapore

Fan Meet Party
Tickets will be available for sale from 4 March 9:00am onwards.

Date: 20 March 2011
Time: 5pm (Doors open at 4pm)
Venue: Dragonfly @ St. James Power Station
Price: $138 (excluding booking fees)

Entitlement:
- Each ticket includes one drink (soft drinks/juices/water only)
- Lucky draw chances to play games on stage with Park Jung Min

Please note that this is a free standing event.

For Fan Meet Party ticket purchase, please log on to:
http://www.ticketbooth.com.sg/
OR
call TICKETBOOTH Hotline:
+65 6296 2929
Office Hours: 9am - 9pm daily (inclusive of weekends and public holidays)

*Terms and conditions apply.

[Cancelled] JYJ World Tour Concert in Singapore

Organiser: Faith & D
Location: Event Cancelled
Date & Time: Event Cancelled
Ticket Sale: Event Cancelled
Duration: Event Cancelled

Update: 1st April - Event cancelled

C-JeS Entertainment has confirmed that JYJ World Tour Concert in Singapore has been cancelled. Taipei (Taiwan) will replace Singapore and C-JeS Entertainment has also added in Beijing (China) and Busan (Korea) to the JYJ World Tour 2011 - Asia schedule.

As cancelling the World Tour at Indonesia and Singapore, I do know that many fans there are disappointed and devastated. I feel sorry for fans about the cancellation. We will visit you with better songs, better shows later.

Ticketing Information will only be out in March.
Faith & D have set up a JYJ SG Concert Facebook page to provide fans opportunities to share their ideas for the concert.
Do stay tuned to tuned to Faith & D Entertainment Facebook Page for update.We will be posting update here as well.

[Coverage] SE7EN Meet & Greet Session @ IMM Garden Plaza

[Actual Event Date: 20th February 2011]

After a successful performance from last year's Samsung Galaxy Tab launch event, Se7en is back once again in Singapore for his "Digital Bounce" showcase held at St. James Power Station's Powerhouse and for a Meet & Greet session held at IMM Garden Plaza.

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 9: Success on Inkigayo Live!

Having had an unsuccessful attempt at crashing MBC's Music Core the previous day, both X and I decided to gamble with our luck once again on yet another music program - SBS's Inkigayo. Despite the fact that we had a chance that we might just be wasting another day, we were rather adamant and stubborn on the idea of catching one of these shows live!

Broadcast by SBS (Seoul Broadcasting System), Inkigayo is one of the several music shows that air every Sunday afternoon. Similar to the other rival music shows such as MBC's Music Core and KBS's Music Bank, it showcases song performances of local artistes on various stage segments.

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 8: Crash Attempt at Music Core

Before proceeding to write on the happenings of my 8th day for this trip, let me begin by first revealing my thoughts for this day. To me, it was the lowest point of the trip. We practically wasted our efforts on the entire morning + afternoon due to our own lack of awareness, stubbornness and greediness.

Lined-up with performances from many big groups such as SNSD, T-ARA, Super Junior, 2PM, 2AM, Shinee and 2NE1, the MBC Music Core Christmas Special 2011 was definitely unlike any of the usual Music Core shows on normal Saturdays.

Deciding to join the queue early in the morning, we left our "home" at about 6am and took a taxi direct to MBC Dream Center in Ilsan. Local fans would normally take the first subway train to Jeongbalsan station (nearest subway station) and walk a short 10-minutes distance to get to the building itself. However, given the program line-up of performances for the day, we wanted to get in the queue ASAP to secure a spot.

MBC Dream Center

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 7: Gyeogbokgung Palace & Cheonggyecheon Stream

Having finally settled down in Seoul the day before, this was to be our first proper day spent exploring Seoul. Our main objective would be to visit the Gyeongbokgung Palace grounds and the Cheongyecheon Stream. Many friends of mine whom have previously been to Korea mentioned that seeing one palace is akin to seeing all the other palaces. There really isn't a need to hop from one to another as they're pretty much the same. Following their advice, we decided to choose to visit Gyeongbokgung for this trip as it is the main palace in Seoul.

Just as Nicole's mother and J had warned us earlier about this day, Siberian winds did indeed reach Seoul, plummeting temperatures down significantly till between -16 to -18 degrees Celsius even in the day! That is just about the coldest I have ever experienced in my life! In fact according to the staff from Backpackers Inside, in the days to come we would be experiencing the coldest Christmas season in 30 years >.<. Despite the cold, it hadn't started snowing yet though.

Stepping out of Inside Backpackers 

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 6: Bye Yangdeokwon, Hello Seoul!

Having accomplished our main objective of visiting Yoochi-ri the day before, we decided to have a longer rest to regain our normal energy levels. Our only plan scheduled for the day was just to check-out and head back to Seoul where we would be settling down for the remaining days of our trip. Anything else was really situational.

Waking-up just in time for an early lunch, we set off for the last Invincible-Youth-related restaurant in Yangdeokwon left to visit - 수정닭갈비 (Sucheong Chicken).

 수정닭갈비 (Sucheong Chicken)

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 5: Yoochi-ri Day!

Even before the sun rose, I had already gotten up from over-excitement of the day’s planned activities. Taking extra time before heading out, I did a final check on all my photographic equipments, making sure that all was in order. This was one of those days I was really looking forward to. This was the day I planned to visit the home of G7 – Idol-Village in Yoochi-ri!

Before reading on, do watch the photo montage I did on the places I visited and saw in Yoochi-ri =)

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 4: Yangdeokwon - Getting Closer to Yoochi-ri

As of this day, my period of loneliness was finally over! I checked out of my motel at about 7am and headed for the scheduled meet-up at Gangbyeon Station with my travel buddy, Xcalible (X), whom had just touched down at Incheon International Airport moments ago.

Crossing the Han River

Getting on the subway that early in the morning was totally harrowing! I managed to experience what it is like to be part of Seoul’s morning rush crowd! It was definitely a squeezy ride throughout my journey to Gangbyeon Station.

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 3: Seoul Stopover/ Camping @ Cube Entertainment

Like a dead log, I slept for a good 12 hours the night before and woke up only at about 6am. Feeling refreshed, I felt much better after the the much-needed long rest. Because I was so tired the day before, I missed doing my daily accounting last night and had to do it this morning. Keeping my spending within budget is very important. After my morning wash-up, I sat at the dressing table to do my sums while watching Star King on television.

Star King on Television

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 2: Jeonju - Taeyeon’s Hometown

Waking up numerous times throughout a rather uncomfortable sleepover at the airport the night before, it was finally 5:30 in the morning. I freshened up at a nearby restroom and slipped on my thermal wear. It was time to set off for my first destination - Jeonju.

The journey to Jeonju from the airport was rather simple. I first had to travel to Seoul and then catch a bus that would bring me directly to Jeonju. There were 2 options to get to Seoul - by the limousine bus service or by the subway system. I chose the subway as it was the cheaper and more interesting method. Incheon Airport’s subway station is located in front of the airport terminal and you can reach it either from an overhead bridge or an underpass.

Underpass to the subway station

As I approached the subway station, I walked pass a particular location that seemed very familiar.

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Day 1: Depart for Korea!

Arriving at Changi International Airport Terminal 3

My watch struck 7 in the morning as I  entered my dad’s car. Having such wonderful parents and siblings, my family was insistent on sending me off at the airport. The day has finally come, months of research and planning have boiled down to this and its now time to press the execute button.

[Winter Korea Trip 2010/2011] Introduction

 
On 18th of December 2010, I (Ryan) embarked on a much-envied journey to the heart of k-pop, the origins of the hallyu wave that has swept many countries world-wide - South Korea. For 18 memorable days, my travel buddies and I visited numerous places of interest in South Korea during which, we met with many interesting and unique adventures.

[Coverage] Klub Party 1 Year Anniversary Featuring One Way

[Actual Event Date: 8th January 2011]

As part of Klub Party's first anniversary, Colored Rhythms has gotten One Way all the way from Korea to join in the celebrations! Garnering attention not only in South Korea, One Way has caught the attention of music fans internationally for their unique "One Way Sound" since their debut in early 2010 which they produce themselves.

Do comment on our article as we would like to know what you readers think of it. =)

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