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2002, the hip hop duo of LeeSsang, consisting of members Gil (Gil Seong-joon), and Gary (Kang Hee-gun). Gil's role in variety show Infinity Challenge, and Gary's in Running Man definitely helped their rise to popularity, but I think their music stands on its on merits.
They just released their 8th album on May 15 called Unplugged, and I'm loving My Love already. They've both got raspy voices, Gary's the main rapper, and Gil has this really distinctive voice. They're often joined by Jung-in on their songs, she's like this powerhouse singer who can really get down and belt it out.
Feel good, interesting, often mature lyrics dealing with men-women relationships. This definitely isn't some cookie cutter kpop group, they really have unique sound, (in their latest album, Unplugged, they don't use any electronic instruments).
Here's their performance in 2011 at KBS Sketchbook, part 1, and you can find part 2 here.
Tags: kpop
Current Music: "My Love" LeeSsang
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Except for the first one, which is a drama, the other two, Seu Rak Chak Yai Olawon and Sood Sanae Ha are comedies. I don't plan on doing a full review of any of them, but I consider them all good dramas, with OTP's you'll want to root for. 
(Sood Sanae Ha, Kaew Tha Pee, Seu Rak Chak Yai Olawon)
Warning: some spoilers ahead.( Mini reviews next )Tags: ann thongprasom, ken theeradeth, reviews, thai lakorn, tik jesadaporn
Current Mood:  dirty
Current Music: "Someone else" JYP ft. Ga-in
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I've written a lot already about this drama (see 'Rainbow Sweetheart' tag for more posts), but thought I should still give the show a proper review.
I thought kdrama My Girl, which this is based on, was good, with a cute couple, some genuine angst and hottie Lee Dong Wook, not my favorite Hong sisters drama, but still very enjoyable. It's hard to beat the original, but I did find Rainbow Sweetheart superior in some ways, inferior in others to My Girl. (keeps reminding me of this song.)  
( Click link for review )Tags: "mediocre" reviews, rainbow sweetheart, reviews, twdrama
Current Mood:  chipper
Current Music: "My Girl" Taeyang
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It's hard being alone. Just ask Korean solo singers. Right now, idol groups are all the rage and there are few singers capable of selling a lot of records without a group, but Kim Hyun Joong is one of those singers. From the success of his acting career (megahit Boys Over Flowers, Playful Kiss), he's managed to translate that into a successful solo career, probably even more successful then when he was a member of idol group SS501.
I'm not a particular fan of him, he's a mediocre singer, alright dancer, (and I've heard his acting skills are on par with his singing), but last week watching Rooftop Prince, episodes 13 and 14, and I was reminded of this song. It fits those episodes so perfectly, especially Se Na. It's about a guy who finds the girl he loves with another man. It's catchy, and I like the dance as well, even though it's nothing knew.
"Cuz you’re the cheater, a liar, and a killer."
Tags: kpop
Current Music: Park Hyo Shin "Superstar"
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To be honest, April dramas were something of a letdown. I've watched a lot, mildly liked some, but loved none (see here for April's dramas' What's Up post). May's dramas are rather unappealing as well. Nothing catches my interest really, although I'll probably watch Full House 2 if it airs, and The Chaser and Ghost sound intriguing, but I don't know much about them..  
(Full House 2, Khun Seuk)
Oh well, luckily the summer dramas sounds like winners. The Hong Sisters return (though I would prefer something more mature and original then Big), and we'll see the big names Lee Min-ho, Song Joong-ki return! Woohoo! Tags: k-drama, korean drama, thai lakorn, twdrama, what's up
Current Music: What is Love? Exo
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Not a big follower of Korean girl groups (cuz I'm a girl myself, guys have better dances usually, and more members who write, compose their own stuff). I find that girls in these groups are more likely to be singers rather than musicians (seriously where's the female G-Dragon, CN Blue's Yonghwa, Block B's Zico, the list goes on. Really I think the companies have a lot to do with not cultivating their talents or having as high expectations for them.) Sad.Reigning at the top since their debut in 2007, Girls' Generation (SNSD) really makes you feel the heat, eh, has been topping the charts for years. Recent articles such as this one makes me wonder how long SNSD can last as the Girls' Generation (as they can't stay girls forever) and try to gain a foothold in another more long lasting career path such as an actress. I don't really like any of their main singles, they're okay, but I much prefer songs like "Let it Rain" or "Star, Star, Star." I think these songs suit their voices and aren't as full of aegyo (shudders) as some of their other songs. Enjoy!Tags: kpop
Current Mood: amused
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