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"I want to impart my feelings in Japanese", SE7EN's new song & concert

Popular Korean singer Se7en is set to release his 6th Japanese single "Ari no Mama" on July 4 and on the 7th and 8th, he holds 2 concerts in Tokyo.

Se7en debuted in 2003 with his 1st album "JUST LISTEN" and has now become a top star of his native country. It was 3 years ago, after the decision was made that he will debut in Japan, when he started learning Japanese.

Regarding his new song, it is a strong dance track. Se7en easily handles the rap intonation in Japanese. It has the same beat of dance songs in Korea. But as Japanese place more importance on melody, I felt a little worried [in doing the song], Se7en conveyed.

For 5 years after being accepted in an audition, while cleaning the office and the like, he practiced to sing and dance. My favorite genre are hip-hop and R&B, the colorful music element of J-POP has also entered. Im studying because I would like to make a genre into my own style, Se7en said.

In Se7en's concerts, he wants to present a rawer sound. I work hard and persevere so that I can impart my feelings in Japanese, Se7en expressed.

SE7EN 6th single

01: Ari no Mama
02: Believe
03: Ari no Mama (Instrumental)
04: Believe (Instrumental)

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Oh, I see...another Korean to jump on the lucrative Japanese bandwagon Artists like BoA and Shinhwa have looked into making it into the J-music scene because of the financial benefits, hehe.

Used to like se7en (and some other Korean singers); I remember him as that rollerskating singer. I think his style is a bit RnB. But since I discovered J-music, it's goodbye K-music forever. J-music is on a totally different level!!

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The date 7/7/2007 has proven to be auspicious for singer Seven.
His sixth single album released in Japan took the seventh spot on the Oricon music chart, while his concert in Tokyo as part of his 2007 Japan tour has ended successfully.

Seven has held his tour since June 30 along with a live band, drawing some 30,000 viewers. At his concerts, the singer showed off impressive dance moves and demonstrated his skill at playing the guitar and drums.

Seven captivated the hearts of his female fans by showing off his muscular body at his outdoor concerts despite heavy rains, and sang his Japanese debut song "Light" along with his fans. Seven's Japanese tour came as his last event this year prior to his upcoming debut in the United States, and drew some 300 Korean fans as well.

The singer will promote his new single album this month in Japan and leave for the U.S. in August to begin the recording of his debut album in that country.

Seven says he has been unable to perform in Korea as much as he originally planned this year, but will work hard to achieve his ultimate goal of releasing an album in the United States.

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Oh, I see...another Korean to jump on the lucrative Japanese bandwagon Artists like BoA and Shinhwa have looked into making it into the J-music scene because of the financial benefits, hehe.

Used to like se7en (and some other Korean singers); I remember him as that rollerskating singer. I think his style is a bit RnB. But since I discovered J-music, it's goodbye K-music forever. J-music is on a totally different level!!

The rollerskating singer, hehe ^^,  I also love K-Pop (i despise k-rock) but of course, J-Music is still the best! ^^,  Incomparable ^^,

Yeah, other K-artists such as Tohoshinki (TVXQ), K, SS501 and Younha are now also known in the J-Music community.  (Correct if I'm wrong about Younha's nationality.)

I will still support those artists but I'm much more fond of their Jap songs ^^,  Weeeeeeh. I miss Shinhwa >.<

Se7en, Live Tour Concert in Japan.. 50,000 fans showed wild enthusiasm

Singer se7en excited 50,000 fans through his live concert tour in Japan. Especially, the performance on July 7th was very special, considering his name, so fans not only in Japan but from all over the world attended the concert and showed wild enthusiasm for the singer.

Se7en's Management Company, YG Entertainment said on July 8th, "From 30th of the last month, Se7en's Tour concerts, which were held in Nagoya, Osaka, and Tokyo, sold out 50,000 tickets and were very successfully processed."

Especially both on July 7th and July 8th, two days in a row, 15,000 fans each day, total of 30,000 fans attended his Tokyo concert. Fans were not only from Japan, but from all over the world. For example, around 300 fans flied from Korea for his Tokyo concert, and there were many fans from Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Australia, and Malaysia.

Each of the fans, during the concert on July 7th, brought a sign on which his/her nationality and se7en's name is written, and it's said that se7en was very moved by these fans. Se7en, during the concert, played a guitar and a drum by himself, and the crowd was wildly enthusiastic.

Also, He sang the title song of his 6th Japanese single, "Arinomama", which was released on July 4th and lead the atmosphere.

Se7en also had a surprise fan meeting with his Korean fans that visited his Japan concert and had a handshake with each of the fans.

YG mentioned, "Se7en's this concert was held with live band, for the first time in Japan. For a month, in Korea and in Japan, he practiced very hard for the teamwork with his live band and dancing team."

On the other hand, se7en, who will fly to America at the end of August and will start working on recording of his upcoming album, said, "I will work harder with a bigger dream".

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okay.. i'm making this thread para sa aking project sa school. Magtatalumpati kasi ako and ang aking topic ay Japanese, Korean and Chinese music which i really really love.  So I need to know kung sino pong nakikinig sa K-Pop and C-Pop sa forum site na ito :)

Pakisabi nalang po if you're a K-Pop, C-Pop listener. Kung hindi naman, pakisabi nalang din. :)  Okay lang din kung hindi kayo nakikinig pero may kilala kayong Korean&Chinese artists :)  please and thank you :)

Listening to utada, boa and yui here....

Kakaibang talumpati ito, Lady Rinoa-san! Hehe. Ok, sasagot din ako. ^_^

I used to listen to a lot of K-pop and some K-rock artists like Kang Ta, Shinhwa, Yada...ayun, mostly males. I never listen to females, hehe. But when I eventually learned of J-music, I abandoned K-music altogether, though I am still a fan of Kang Ta. I won't buy his CDs anymore, though. Will just save up money for my J-music stuff.

thanks :)   ang hirap nga po eh kasi required ako ng 2 books, 2 articles as reference. alam nio po ba kung saang libro ako makakakuha ng info? :)

Kangta and Shinhwa are love :)

share ko lang tong news na to. :)  i'm so happy when i read this since Fahrenheit is my favorite Chinese (taiwanese) group :)  they are called the next F4 :)

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Fahrenheit to make Japan debut, new album to become a success

Taiwanese boy band FAHRENHEIT will soon make a debut in Japan and will release their first Japanese album. Earlier, an official fanclub for the four members was already made, proving the popularity they now have in Japan.

From the effect of their dramas airing on Japanese TV, Fahrenheit has already gained many fans in Japan. Fahrenheit announced that they already signed with Pony Canyon, and will break into the Japan market. Recently Fahrenheit has been busy recording for their their first Japanese studio album that will be released on November 21st. In the album, they will record a Japanese version of their debut track "I Have My Youth" (Wo You Wo De Young) and the studio album will also contain about 11 other singles. Their first Japanese photobook, "Fahrenheit First", will be released on November 16th. Fahrenheit already has a global fanclub established earlier in August, proving the poopularity they have in the country. To collaborate with the promotions, the four members will fly to Japan in early November together, hoping that the promotions can heighten their popularity earlier in Japan.

As for their thoughts in having the chance to debut in the Japanese market, WU CHUN explained that he is still a newbie and is trying his best to try different areas of opportunities for people to recognize him more. They are hoping that they will do excellent on the music charts. As for the netizens pointing out that CALVIN CHEN really looks like JUN MATSUMOTO of Japanese boy band ARASHI, Calvin also said that they do look alike, and hopefully they will have chances to play brothers in future dramas.

Wonderful! Ako rin! :)  most of my fave K-artists are from SM Entertainment ^^,

i'll answer my own question nalang din ^^,

My Fave Korean artists are:

BoA, TVXQ (DBSK/DBSG/Tohoshinki), SS501, Shinhwa, Super Junior, TSZK The Grace, Hyeonjin, Se7en, SM Town, Kangta, Lim Jung Hee, Bada, Ivy, SG Wannabe, Lee Hyori etc. :)

Fave Chinese artists:

Fahrenheit (Feilunhai) <my fave chinese (taiwanese) group>, Faye Wong, Coco Lee, Wang lee Hom, Jay Chou, Jolin Tsai, S.H.E, Twins, Vicky Zhao, A-Mei, Rainie Yang, Joey Young etc. :)

pag nasa mood ako, i'll also post some K-Pop and C-Pop news here ^^,

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Kangta, member of the group HOT that spread Hallyu throughout Asia held his first concert in Tokyo, Japan, and reflected upon the meaning of 'Hallyu' by interacting with his fans.

Approximately 2,000 fans from Japan, Hong Kong, Korea, and other countries gathered for 'Kangta JAPAN 1st Concert 2007' which was held on the 8th in Tokyo. Some Japanese fans were wearing t-shirts with the KBS drama series Loveholic logo as a group expressing their devotion.

At the press conference prior to the performance, Kangta commented, "I wanted to show a different side of me. Especially with my military service coming up, I worked to create an emotional yet mature performance." He selected the songs he wanted his fans to hear himself.

"I do want to debut in Japan. But, this stage is not a start. This concert is truly for my fans who have always supported me, and when I do decide to debut it will be more systematic and better planned."

He continued, "I first want to get married once I finish my military duty. My first plan is to establish a stable family. Then, regardless of whether I am married or get older, I always want to sing on stage and in front of the camera."

Also, he introduced the digital single which is to be released at the end of this month which features 3 songs, from ballade to dance beats.

Kangta sang 24 songs, those he wanted to sing and those he liked, ranging from jazz to ballades, and dance.

When he went on stage for his encore performance, fans prepared a surprise birthday cake and congratulated his coming birthday on October 10th (Happy Birthday Kangta!). Kangta offered HOT hit songs 'Full of Happiness' and 'Hope.'

After the concert, Kangta commented, "This concert was planned around a romantic ambience with soft vocals rather than performance and I am glad the fans here liked it. But I am not 100% satisfied. I will work harder to return with a more mature performance. I wasn't able to meet with my fans at home due to my activities overseas, but I will release a 4th album towards the end of the year and focus on activities in Korea until next March."

Among the 60-member cast, 10 actors and actresses will be recruited from Asian countries outside Japan.

Turandot is based on a Persian story about Princess Turandot who lived in the Forbidden City in Beijing in ancient times.

Japanese and Taiwanese press said that the Akasaka ACT Theatre would stage 59 shows of Turandot in Japan.

Akasaka is a business district in Tokyo.

The year 2008 is the 150th anniversary of the birth of Italian composer Giacoma Puccini, who died of throat cancer in 1924.

The Japanese version of the opera will be a scaled-down version of the three-act Turandot played in Italy and other countries.

When Turandot was staged in the Forbidden City in 1998, the 15- million-US-dollar production, directed by Chinese film director Zhang Yimou, consisted of 1,000 participants, 350 alone from Italy.

The chorus and extras were augmented by Chinese artists.