[News] IU and Kim Yuna's duet song "Ice flower", An explosive synergy effect is expected

IU and Kim Yuna’s duet song, entitled “Ice Flower,” is the joint-work of Lee Min-su and Kim Ina, both of whom are hit songwriters in Korea. The latest duet song is highly expected to dominate public mind following such the songs Lee and Kim jointed wrote as: “Nagging,” and “Good Day”

This is not the first duet experience for both IU and Kim Yuna: IU has paired up with 2AM’s Im Seul Ong, Seong Si Kyeong and Yu Seung Ho; Kim also kept in tune with Lee Seung Gi and Park Jung Hyun. That means that “Ice Flower” is the result of the joint-work of the most experienced players in creating a duet song. All the profit from song downloads are planned to be used for the development of figure skating.

The participating musicians included Next’s proven guitarist Kim Se Hwang, who presented his amazing solo guitar performance, driving the song to its climax, and Born Again’s renowned bass guitarist Seo Jae Hyuk, who also significantly enriched the song. Aware of the cause of the song, the two musicians gladly agreed to participate in the work despite their hectic schedule.

The music video of “Ice Flower” is likely to hold much attention as well, which features the recording images of the two popular stars, as well as the performing scenes of the participating celebrities in Kiss And Cry, a figure skating competition reality show.

By Park Jin-yeong (neat24@tvreport.co.kr)

Source: TVreport (Original article in Korean)
Photo from TVreport
Translated by Geum Jae / Korea.com

(Source: en.korea.com)

[Video] Kim Yuna & IU released Ice Flower MV!

Check out the MV of Kiss and Cry theme song Ice Flower.

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[Video] Kim Yuna & IU released theme song for ''Kiss & Cry''

Kim Yuna and IU released the theme song for SBS skating show ''Kiss & Cry''. We had reported that IU and Kim Yuna are collaborating for a duet titled ''Ice Flower'' as the theme song for ''Kiss & Cry''.

This song is composed by Lee Min Soo who is also the composer of IU's Good Day and Nagging, Brown Eyed Girls' Abracadabra and Sign also Adam Couple's We Fell In Love. Thus, check out the song ''Ice Flower'' below.

[News] IU and Kim Yuna's dorky dance to be broadcasted on ''Kiss and Cry''

'Figure skating Queen' Yuna and 'Hot Trend' IU, Korea's two 'national little sisters' will be showing their 'dorky dance' on broadcast for the first time.

On a recent recording of SBS 'Kiss and Cry', Kim Yuna used her own choreography and invited David Wilson as a special coach, to give everyone, including the 10 stars on the show, a lesson on expressiveness.

In order for everyone to improve on their expressiveness, an important skill in figure skating, a method Yuna herself adopted during training was used and a 'dorky dance' lesson was carried out, with everyone dancing freestyle to the music being played.

To make it less awkward for the 10 stars, Kim Yuna personally demonstrated her 'dorky dance' and her easy-going and adorable dorky dance brought about a cordial atmosphere in the recording studio.

IU, who usually only performs choreographed dances on stage, said hesitatingly, "Until now, I've never had to do dorky dances on broadcasts." However, together with the rest of the cast, everyone moved their bodies to the music and rhythm happily and drew rounds of applause from those present.

Meanwhile, on the variety show "Kim Yuna's Kiss and Cry", the 10 stars will pair up with professional skaters and through several rounds of contest, some will be eliminated while the best team will participate on "Kim Yuna's Ice show" in August.

During the first broadcast on May 22nd, Yunho, Krystal and other performers showcased their figure skating skills. For the 2nd broadcast on May 29th, the remaining stars will perform and everyone's results as well as partners, etc. will be announced.


Translation: squishyblob @ WeHeartIU
Source: MyDaily via Nate
Original article: http://news.nate.com.../20110528n05971 

[News] IU and Kim Yuna's dorky dance to be broadcasted on ''Kiss and Cry''

'Figure skating Queen' Yuna and 'Hot Trend' IU, Korea's two 'national little sisters' will be showing their 'dorky dance' on broadcast for the first time.

On a recent recording of SBS 'Kiss and Cry', Kim Yuna used her own choreography and invited David Wilson as a special coach, to give everyone, including the 10 stars on the show, a lesson on expressiveness.

In order for everyone to improve on their expressiveness, an important skill in figure skating, a method Yuna herself adopted during training was used and a 'dorky dance' lesson was carried out, with everyone dancing freestyle to the music being played.

To make it less awkward for the 10 stars, Kim Yuna personally demonstrated her 'dorky dance' and her easy-going and adorable dorky dance brought about a cordial atmosphere in the recording studio.

IU, who usually only performs choreographed dances on stage, said hesitatingly, "Until now, I've never had to do dorky dances on broadcasts." However, together with the rest of the cast, everyone moved their bodies to the music and rhythm happily and drew rounds of applause from those present.

Meanwhile, on the variety show "Kim Yuna's Kiss and Cry", the 10 stars will pair up with professional skaters and through several rounds of contest, some will be eliminated while the best team will participate on "Kim Yuna's Ice show" in August.

During the first broadcast on May 22nd, Yunho, Krystal and other performers showcased their figure skating skills. For the 2nd broadcast on May 29th, the remaining stars will perform and everyone's results as well as partners, etc. will be announced.


Translation: squishyblob @ WeHeartIU
Source: MyDaily via Nate
Original article: http://news.nate.com.../20110528n05971 

[Info] Idol who’s Fashionista – Yunho ranked No.4 + other idols

 

  

Mnet Idol Chart Top 20 Fashionista

1. G-Dragon
2. Yoo Ah In
3. Kim Yuna
4. DBSK Yunho
5. CL
6. WG Sohee
7. Shinee Minho
8. Kim Hyung Joon
9. Song Joong Ki
10. Gain
11. KARA Kang Jiyoung
12. TARA Hyomin
13. 2PM Junsu
14. Kang Min Young
15. Key
16. GaYoon
17. YongHwa
18. Nana
19. Park Bom
20. Kim Heechul

Source: 1004Cathy
Distributed by:  ContinueTVXQ.com

[Info] Idol who’s Fashionista – Yunho ranked No.4 + other idols

 

  

Mnet Idol Chart Top 20 Fashionista

1. G-Dragon
2. Yoo Ah In
3. Kim Yuna
4. DBSK Yunho
5. CL
6. WG Sohee
7. Shinee Minho
8. Kim Hyung Joon
9. Song Joong Ki
10. Gain
11. KARA Kang Jiyoung
12. TARA Hyomin
13. 2PM Junsu
14. Kang Min Young
15. Key
16. GaYoon
17. YongHwa
18. Nana
19. Park Bom
20. Kim Heechul

Source: 1004Cathy
Distributed by:  ContinueTVXQ.com

[News] Kim Yuna's Kiss and Cry, first pictures released

The pictures of the new SBS show “Kim Yuna’s Kiss and Cry” was released.

The 10 members of the show practiced figure skating for 2 months and competed in front of judges. The performances from the cast was very impressive; so much that it was impossible to believe they only practiced for two months.

Each contestant prepared a great outfit that went perfectly with the concept of their performances.

f(x)’s Krystal wore a black mini dress and made the small amounts of red stand out, and IU wore a skin colored dress to emphasize her pure charms. Other contestants included the mother of Joo Wan from Secret Garden.

Male contestants such as Kim Byung Man performed tricks that cannot be considered even possible after only 2 months of training. All of his techniques were very high level, not disappointing the name “master.”

The show will air starting on the 22nd, as a follow up program for “Heroes.” This week, Running Man had a special 2 hour show since nothing was aired in place of Heroes.

Source Via : Joy News

Credits: askactor

[News] IU is practicing ice skating really hard!

'The nation's little sister' IU is hooked on figure skating practice.

A spokesperson from IU's agency met with reporters on the 4th and expressed, "IU can't set aside specific times to practice, but whenever she can find spare time between her schedules, she is really practising hard."

On May 3rd, IU, together with other celebrities, had their first profile shoot for the SBS Program, "Kim Yuna's Kiss and Cry". Currently undergoing intensive training in ice skating, they are now able to put on their skates and adopt natural poses and give mature impressions. In particular, on this day, IU put on her skates and adopted a relaxed pose while balancing on one foot.

The production crew also revealed, "Initially, IU absolutely could not iceskate, but now her skill has improved so much that she can even balance on one foot." They also added, "She herself is putting in a considerable amount of effort and making quick progress as a result."

It was previously revealed that Kim Yuna, being a fan of IU, also recommended her for the show. According to the PD of the program, Kim Yuna enjoys listening to and singing IU's songs. On an episode of the SBS program 'Kim Jung Eun's Chocolate' broadcasted last year, when Kim Yuna appeared on the show, she sang IU's "Riding on a Train" and considers herself to be an 'IU fan'.

During the shoot on May 3rd, Kim Yuna and IU met for the first time as mentor and mentee. On this day, one of the studios at the Ilsan SBS Production Centre was remodelled into a skating rink to record interviews with the members on the show. It is also rumoured that Kim Yuna showcased her vocal skills by singing IU's "Riding on a Train" again during their first meeting, which lightened the mood during filming. The production crew stated, "Although it was their first meeting, it felt like they had known each other for a long time. There was no awkwardness at all as and filming went smoothly" and "Kim Yuna was quite satisfied with what she saw of the skills everyone had mastered so far."


Translation: squishyblob @ WeHeartIU
Sources: Seoul NTN and DongAh

[News] IU is practicing ice skating really hard!

'The nation's little sister' IU is hooked on figure skating practice.

A spokesperson from IU's agency met with reporters on the 4th and expressed, "IU can't set aside specific times to practice, but whenever she can find spare time between her schedules, she is really practising hard."

On May 3rd, IU, together with other celebrities, had their first profile shoot for the SBS Program, "Kim Yuna's Kiss and Cry". Currently undergoing intensive training in ice skating, they are now able to put on their skates and adopt natural poses and give mature impressions. In particular, on this day, IU put on her skates and adopted a relaxed pose while balancing on one foot.

The production crew also revealed, "Initially, IU absolutely could not iceskate, but now her skill has improved so much that she can even balance on one foot." They also added, "She herself is putting in a considerable amount of effort and making quick progress as a result."

It was previously revealed that Kim Yuna, being a fan of IU, also recommended her for the show. According to the PD of the program, Kim Yuna enjoys listening to and singing IU's songs. On an episode of the SBS program 'Kim Jung Eun's Chocolate' broadcasted last year, when Kim Yuna appeared on the show, she sang IU's "Riding on a Train" and considers herself to be an 'IU fan'.

During the shoot on May 3rd, Kim Yuna and IU met for the first time as mentor and mentee. On this day, one of the studios at the Ilsan SBS Production Centre was remodelled into a skating rink to record interviews with the members on the show. It is also rumoured that Kim Yuna showcased her vocal skills by singing IU's "Riding on a Train" again during their first meeting, which lightened the mood during filming. The production crew stated, "Although it was their first meeting, it felt like they had known each other for a long time. There was no awkwardness at all as and filming went smoothly" and "Kim Yuna was quite satisfied with what she saw of the skills everyone had mastered so far."


Translation: squishyblob @ WeHeartIU
Sources: Seoul NTN and DongAh

[News] Miss A will perform "Love Alone" on the ice rink with Yuna Kim

On 2 May, miss A's agency, AQ Entertainment revelaed that from the sixth through the eighth, in the Jamshil indoor gymnasium, miss A will be performing on the ice rink with Yuna Kim, for the "Yuna Kim ice show - KCC Seuwaechaen (스위첸) all that skate spring 2011."

miss A has already publicized online their new song "Love Alone" in the new album which will be performed in the Yuna Kim ice show.

"Love alone" is a pop style trend dance number. It was composed by the famous American producer Fuego. He also composed Jason DeRulo's "Whatcha say," which was number one on the billboard single chart for November 2009.

The lyrics were written by Ursula Yancy, who also wrote Rihanna's "Skin". In order to keep the feeling of the original song, the lyrics were not translated into Korean. So miss A sang it in English.

AQ entertainment also added, "The combination of Yuna Kim's ice show plus miss A's stage means a performance of queens that will make a fantastic stage."

Many netizens said, "We are really looking forward to seeing the meeting of Yuna Kim and miss A, and we are curious what kind of performance will be performed."

In the other hand, miss A's first album including "Love alone" will be published in late May.



Source: Medical Today My Star News 유지윤 reporter: jiyoon225@mdtoday.co.kr)
Translation: Jo Inseok
Video Credit: NaNeunRandy@YT.com
Editing: jbenvenga@ultimate-adora.com
Take out with full credits!

[News] Miss A will perform "Love Alone" on the ice rink with Yuna Kim

On 2 May, miss A's agency, AQ Entertainment revelaed that from the sixth through the eighth, in the Jamshil indoor gymnasium, miss A will be performing on the ice rink with Yuna Kim, for the "Yuna Kim ice show - KCC Seuwaechaen (스위첸) all that skate spring 2011."

miss A has already publicized online their new song "Love Alone" in the new album which will be performed in the Yuna Kim ice show.

"Love alone" is a pop style trend dance number. It was composed by the famous American producer Fuego. He also composed Jason DeRulo's "Whatcha say," which was number one on the billboard single chart for November 2009.

The lyrics were written by Ursula Yancy, who also wrote Rihanna's "Skin". In order to keep the feeling of the original song, the lyrics were not translated into Korean. So miss A sang it in English.

AQ entertainment also added, "The combination of Yuna Kim's ice show plus miss A's stage means a performance of queens that will make a fantastic stage."

Many netizens said, "We are really looking forward to seeing the meeting of Yuna Kim and miss A, and we are curious what kind of performance will be performed."

In the other hand, miss A's first album including "Love alone" will be published in late May.



Source: Medical Today My Star News 유지윤 reporter: jiyoon225@mdtoday.co.kr)
Translation: Jo Inseok
Video Credit: NaNeunRandy@YT.com
Editing: jbenvenga@ultimate-adora.com
Take out with full credits!

[News] 'Kiss and Cry' PD, "Kim Yuna wanted IU to be on the show"

Kim Jae Hyuk, PD of 'Kim Yuna's Kiss and Cry' which will be broadcasted starting from May 22nd, revealed his reason for casting IU on the show. Through a phone conversation with '10Asia', Kim Jae Hyuk PD said, "Yuna has always liked IU. Even when I first started discussing the show with her, she told me it would be great if she could be on the show with IU. On hearing that, I assumed that the response from IU's side would be good. Furthermore, since IU is the current trend, as long as it is alright with IU's side, there would be no reason for me to refuse."

(The rest of the article was omitted from the translation as the content has already been reported previously.)


Translation: squishyblob @ WeHeartIU
Source: 10Asia via Nate
Original article: http://news.nate.com.../20110502n22512

[News] 'Kiss and Cry' PD, "Kim Yuna wanted IU to be on the show"

Kim Jae Hyuk, PD of 'Kim Yuna's Kiss and Cry' which will be broadcasted starting from May 22nd, revealed his reason for casting IU on the show. Through a phone conversation with '10Asia', Kim Jae Hyuk PD said, "Yuna has always liked IU. Even when I first started discussing the show with her, she told me it would be great if she could be on the show with IU. On hearing that, I assumed that the response from IU's side would be good. Furthermore, since IU is the current trend, as long as it is alright with IU's side, there would be no reason for me to refuse."

(The rest of the article was omitted from the translation as the content has already been reported previously.)


Translation: squishyblob @ WeHeartIU
Source: 10Asia via Nate
Original article: http://news.nate.com.../20110502n22512

[NEWS] The cheaper option is inferior? IU vs Kim Yuna!

Such reasoning doesn't seem to work in the advertising industry. Rather than stars who require high endorsement fees, those who require relatively lower fees are producing stronger advertising impacts.

In February 2011, singer IU and Kim Yuna were both chosen as models for Samsung Anycall's Galaxy S series, endorsing the 'Hoppin' and 'Wave II' models respectively, but reactions to their endorsements differed significantly.

According to sources from the advertising industry, IU is worth 200 million won ($185,000 USD) in endorsement fees, while Kim Yuna is worth almost 5 times more, at 1000 million won ($925,000 USD).

However, netizens who have seen the CFs gave responses such as, "No matter how we look at it, as IU receives attention from her uncle fans, she emerges as the winner in this series of advertisements" and "The nation's little sister is now IU".

Kyung Won Sik, Director of Korea's Consumer Mind Strategic Research Institute, explained, "If there is double casting of models, inevitably, such a phenomenon will occur" and "even though you may be advertising for just one brand, from the consumer perspective, their preferences for CF models and content will be divided."

(Parts of the article irrelevant to IU were omitted from the translation.)

Translation: squishyblob @ WeHeartIU
Source: Hankyung via Nate

[NEWS] The cheaper option is inferior? IU vs Kim Yuna!

Such reasoning doesn't seem to work in the advertising industry. Rather than stars who require high endorsement fees, those who require relatively lower fees are producing stronger advertising impacts.

In February 2011, singer IU and Kim Yuna were both chosen as models for Samsung Anycall's Galaxy S series, endorsing the 'Hoppin' and 'Wave II' models respectively, but reactions to their endorsements differed significantly.

According to sources from the advertising industry, IU is worth 200 million won ($185,000 USD) in endorsement fees, while Kim Yuna is worth almost 5 times more, at 1000 million won ($925,000 USD).

However, netizens who have seen the CFs gave responses such as, "No matter how we look at it, as IU receives attention from her uncle fans, she emerges as the winner in this series of advertisements" and "The nation's little sister is now IU".

Kyung Won Sik, Director of Korea's Consumer Mind Strategic Research Institute, explained, "If there is double casting of models, inevitably, such a phenomenon will occur" and "even though you may be advertising for just one brand, from the consumer perspective, their preferences for CF models and content will be divided."

(Parts of the article irrelevant to IU were omitted from the translation.)

Translation: squishyblob @ WeHeartIU
Source: Hankyung via Nate