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T-ara “Our families cried when they found out we were contenders for 1st place, our promise if we get 1st place is…”



Girl group T-ara made a promise if they achieve 1st place.

On October 21st at a coffee shop in Nonhyeon Dong, Gangnam, Seoul, we met with T-ara, who said “Isn’t the title of our new song No.9? We thought that it would already be really good to achieve 9th place, but we actually became contenders for 1st place. Becoming contenders and standing in the first row, we had goosebumps and were excited like rookies.”

T-ara, who experienced the longest “blank period” since their debut because of the bullying controversy last year, was more spirited than expected. Without any particular promises or without saying who should do what firs, but beginning to change with every small action one by one, they greeted us greatly with their heads bowed lower.

For a T-ara like this, contending for 1st place is something that is “amazing.” Soyeon said, “To be honest, because there is less applause and less people singing along with us, our confidence dropped. Before the controversy, we didn’t know that every shout of support was that valuable; now our families even cried and we almost had a party at home amongst us,” expressing her thankful heart.

But, the trauma from last year has not fully healed. When we spoke of “that day,” the members’ tears still came falling. Although the other members made fun of each other, the tears could not be stopped at that moment. Their wounds are large and deep. They were worried and waited like that for a comeback.

T-ara said, “We want everyone to listen to good music, and because we have a lot to protect, we cannot stop. Honestly, we were very scared and worried about whether there would be anyone who would welcome us,” “Our families, friends and colleagues gave us courage by telling us ‘It will be fine as long as you continuously show a hardworking and good appearance.”

For them, how to face and approach the looks from those around them is a very difficult problem. In particular, T-ara, different from other groups and whose interaction with fans though fan club opening, autograph, and handshaking sessions etc. has reduced, said “Our company thinks the same way as us. Although we have little activities [with fans], but making food and sharing them with fans, holding a sudden signing session at our company, we must do this and work hard continuously,” “If we have the chance, we want to hold a free camping or sports event at a large sports grounds.”

Following that, they said, “Not only to our fans, but to those who were burdened because of us, and other than making good music, but to work hard in order to melt the hearts of those who we meet serendipitously, this is very important”

When we asked for a promise if they were to achieve 1st place, T-ara said, “It seems more realistic to make a promise for if we continue to stay as a contender for 1st place,” “We’ll do this if we can be contenders for 1st place in other music programmes,” Although they were a bit scared, they all agreed “We want to try giving ‘Free Hugs’. It seems like it would be fun.”

Meanwhile, T-ara released their 8th mini album “AGAIN” on the 10th and has began promotions with double title tracks “No.9” and “I Know the Feeling.”

Original source: http://wstarnews.hankyung.com/apps/news?popup=0&nid=09&c1=09&c2=09&c3=00&nkey=201310211603571&mode=sub_view
Translated via Chinese trans from TCN: http://www.t-arachina.cn/bbs/thread-67940-1-1.html

[13.06.18] Video HD - QBS - Like The Wind PV





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Credit: QBSVEVO @ youtube

[13.06.12] Video - QBS's "Like the Wind" PV preview




http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=ubgQgQou3cY



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[13.06.10] Video HD - T-ara, The SeeYa, 5Dolls, Speed - Painkillers MV

[13.06.10] T-ara-5dolls-SPEED-THE SEEYA to form a project group together


T-ara, THE SEEYA, 5dolls and SPEED have formed a project group to release a digital single together.

According to Core Contents Media, T-ara's Soyeon, THE SEEYA's Yoojin and 5dolls' Eunkyo as well as SPEED's Taewoon and Sungmin will all come together for the project album "Tears of mind". Their digital single "Painkillers" is a ballad with an intense rap and melody.

"Painkillers" is composed by Cho Youngsoo and was written and arranged by Double Sidekick. It has an addictive melody but a sorrowful melody with a dramatic rap piece. It was written about a dramatic breakup and the feelings two lovers felt afterwards.

The music video will star T-ara member Jiyeon. It will be directed by the well-known director Hong Wonki. Jiyeon will be taking a role of a lover and showing the bittersweet pain of parting with a lover.

"Painkillers" will be released on June 10th at 12:00 KST.
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Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20130610n09012
Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[OFFICIAL] QBS's "Like the Wind" poster, photocards and single covers (06/06)



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[13.05.20] T-ara N4 announces plans to enter the US market


On the afternoon of May 20th, T-ara N4 held a press conference about its plans to enter the US market at Seoul Imperial Palace Hotel. Members Eunjung, Hyomin, Jiyeon and Areum attended the press conference and expressed their aspirations for their future in the US.
On the afternoon of May 20th, T-ara N4 held a press conference about its plans to enter the US market at Seoul Imperial Palace Hotel. Members Eunjung, Hyomin, Jiyeon and Areum attended the press conference and expressed their aspirations for their future in the US.
On May 12th, on invitation from well-known American artist Chris Brown, T-ara N4 traveled to the US for 5 days 4 nights. Member Eunjung expressed, "Although we received an invitation from Chris Brown, we still wondered whether we would really meet him. We were very excited. He was very welcoming and treated us well, we are thankful for that. We also discussed music and production plans. There were many good things that we had never even imagined before."
Eunjung added that the following day, T-ara N4 received any invitation from Youtube channel network company “Freestyle,” and the members visited the company about the possibility of a T-ara Channel. Footwear brand “Vlado”, famous among hiphop dancers, also extended an invitation to T-ara N4. “More fans that we had expected came and so we held a fansign for a few hours. Vlado also proposed to make custom shoes with the T-ara N4 logo. Singer Ray J spoke about us on twitter and so we had the chance to meet and discuss music with famous producer team "1500 or Nothin."
The members said "We had a successful meeting through a good opportunity and was able to discuss our plans to enter the US market. After meeting with Chris Brown, we also met with a lot of good opportunities. We are very lucky. We feel a lot of pressure on our shoulders and will work even harder in the future. About our trip to the US, the other members asked us when we will return to Korea and said we still haven't watched Iron Man 3 together."
Hyomin revealed that a remake of "Jeonwon Diary" will be released in 5 versions and the rap parts currently done by SPEED’s Taewoon will be done by Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, T-Pain, Ray J and Chris Brown. The song is scheduled to be released in June in the US and also worldwide at the same. Eunjung added, "We will sing our parts in Korean, and the rap parts by the other artists will be in English."
Jiyeon also revealed, "We will be leaving for the US on the 25th to perform the opening stage for Chris Brown's solo concert in Las Vegas. We are very nervous but we want to show our good side in our first performance in the US."
Areum added that they are planning to attend the BET Awards with Chris Brown on June 30th. "Although it still feels surreal, we are very happy."
Asked about the backstory to the meeting with Chris Brown, Eunjung said, “There really is no special backstory. T-ara trainee Dani attended Chris Brown's concert, and told him about T-ara and “Jeonwon Diary.” After watching our MV, Chris Brown really liked the song and asked whether he can see us directly. We suddenly went to the US in the midst of our promotions.”
Hyomin, “Many parts actually happened spontaneously. We visitied Chris Brown’s MV set, and we suddenly received an invitation to cameo in his MV. But because our hair and makeup etc had not been prepared, we regretfully couldn’t appear in his MV. Just like this, many things actually happened without plan, and we are also looking forward to see what will happen when we visit Las Vegas this time.”
Eunjung: "Before our debut, we felt that we would already be lucky if we could gain popularity domestically." "Because of the popularity of K-pop, we naturally started our Japan activities like other K-Pop singers. Our US activities also happened like this and started really suddenly. From now on, we will prepare accordingly regarding music and language.”
The Director of CCM's overseas marketing team Lee Jintaek revealed that T-ara N4 has signed a contract with Empire Records (a subsidiary of Universal Recrods) for the re-release of “Jeonwon Diary”.
He said of the good results from T-ara N4's US trip, "T-ara N4 received a lot of attention and love in the US. In particular, they met with Chris Brown and many other producers and received good appraisals from them."
The reporters asked whether this focus on the overseas activities was to avoid the negative response from the public after the Hwayoung controversy last year. About this, Eunjung said "We felt that an opportunity like this is rar, other than our sudden plans to go to the US, our other schedules will still proceed according to plan. Other than T-ara N4, the rest of the members will also be continuing their Japan sub-unit activities. They will be filming for their MV next week in Japan."
Eunjung added that, "We think that what we will demonstrate and show to everyone in the future is the most important. Whether on stage or somewhere else, we will demonstrate our genuine, honest, prudent and good appearance, so please anticipate our future activities and give us a lot of support. K-pop has received a lot of attention, not only from the US but also from other countries, so we feel a sense of responsibility to work hard and carefully in the future.”
Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20130521n17113
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Translated by: kkyc222 @ tiaradiadem, mostly based translations by TCN.

130514 Official T-ARA Fan Meet & Greet at Vlado Footwear
For the rest of the images: http://www.tiaradiadem.com/forums/gallery/album/2018-t-ara-n4-meet-greet-event-at-vlado-la-052013/

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[13.05.16] T-ara meet T.I at Paramount Recording studios, known as the "Southern King of Hip-Hop"


Girl group T-ara N4 (Eunjung, Hyomin, Jiyeon, Areum) went to the United States Paramount recording studio and met with American hip-hop artist T.I.

On the 15th (local time) at 3:00 PM, T-ara met with an American producing team at Paramount Recording studios to discuss music, and also met with T.I.

Paramount Recording is the place where many famous artists work, and T.I and T-ara N4 enjoyed listening to each others' music together.

T.I won a Grammy in 2006 for the Best Hip Hop Solo album and at the 35th American Music Awards in 2007, T.I won first in the category Rap & Hip-Hop Album. In America, he is regarded as one of the most talented musicians in hip-hop.

T-ara N4 came to America because of hip-hop singer Chris Brown's love-call to them on the 12th. In America, they met with local musicians and music companies to discuss future activities.
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Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20130516n10673
Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.05.15] T-ara receive a love call from Beyonce's producer 1500 or NOTHIN and will hold press conference on the 20th


T-ara N4 has received love calls from the team of producers 1500 or NOTHIN.

The team of producers known as 1500 or NOTHIN have produced hits for numerous artists, including Beyonce, Rihanna, Snoop Dogg, Chris Brown, Wiz Khalifa and more.

On the 15th, T-ara's agency also reported that hip-hop star Ray J tweeted about the T-ara N4 members on his Twitter on May 13th. T-ara has been receiving numerous love calls from American artists.

T-ara's agency said, "The team of producers known as 1500 or NOTHIN proposed to meet with T-ara N4 after hearing their music. They will meet on the 15th at 3:00 PM local time (LA) and visit their studio."

T-ara N4 also accepted an invitation from Sony Studios and went to their headquarters will be on their YouTube channel known as Fullscreen. The YouTube channel covers hot topics all over the world.

T-ara's agency reported, "During their stay in America, T-ara are meeting and receiving a variety of love calls from American music officials. When they arrive back, it will all be discussed through a press conference on May 20th."

T-ara N4 will convey their future plans and what happened in America through a press conference in Korea on the 20th. They were originally going to leave on the 16th, but will now leave on the 17th and arrive in the early morning on the 18th in Korea.
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Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20130515n14640 / http://m.media.daum.net/entertain/enews/view?newsid=20130515121306083
Translated by: Nathaniel + Elly @ Diadem

its been a week full of buzz. T-ara n4 performing on music shows and things like that but im sure that the 3 highlights of the week are..
1. collaboration with CB
2. not being able to win on MCD
3. rumors of a black ocean for n4 during dream concert
firstly these 3 news have either been bad news or news with bad reactions..
1. CB has some anger/violence issue and t-ara has a bullying scandal and ppl goes of shooting their mouth a match made in heaven bla bla bla...
2. n4 song is awesome and im sure many will agree not just fans but their song/album is not doing well and i personally think its due to the fact that haters/ppl still cant get over the scandal..in the pass t-ara albums/songs all have decent rankings and wins but no more after the scandal....
3. black ocean just shows that many ppl are still hating on them due to the scandal..even if its not true about the dream concert black ocean...in the past nothing of this sort will ever surface online..t-ara was well liked by so many but now it has been greatly reduce....
im a big t-ara fan and will stand with them through thick and thin but all these that should not be happening to them is seriously breaking my heart...all these rumours and hateful comments were rarely seen in the past but now they are too common. t-ara was once a top tier group but i doubt so now...
the main thing i want to say is this..no matter how bad or good t-ara becomes we should forever stand by them and support them.. only this will then allow t-ara to break free of whats happening now and regain their throne that they were once sitting on. every idol has its good and bad times and every idol has scandals.. im also a big fan of kara and kara too face a major crisis/scandal back in 2011..rumours also spreaded saying that the members were not close etc but they manage to overcome everything and fans stood with them and thats what overcame everything and lead them back to where they are today still a top tier girl grp that t-ara once was...
i hope that this post have encourage us hyomin jiyeon eunjung qri boram ahreum dani fans alittle that they will overcome all this hate and be back to where they once were... we have to support them no matter what
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZU5stnWbNM8
this is a short video about what had happen to kara back then and how they overcame it... do watch it as it can be strongly related to us..its a heart warming video and will really helped us to believe that t-ara will one day overcome everything..
sry of i offended any queens in this post..
peace...

[13.05.11] Chris Brown sends a love call to T-ara N4, T-ara N4 to travel to LA to meet with him


T-ara N4 received a surprising love call from pop star Chris Brown after he watched their hip-hop title song "Rural Life".

T-ara N4's agency Core Contents Media said on the 11th, "We surprisingly received a love call from Chris Brown. On the 12th, they will depart for the United States to discuss music."

The meeting is happening because of T-ara's Dani. On the 9th, Dani attended Chris Brown's concert where she is acquaintances with him. She showed her T-ara N4's new music video. Along with Chris Brown, famous pop singers Ryan Lewis & Macklemore and Trey Songz also watched the video.

Chris Brown is reportedly interesting in their style, music and choreography and the fresh hip-hop style. Chris Brown invited them to his video shoot, but they were unable to make it due to Dream Concert scheduling. Chris Brown has suggested that they make music together in the future and they will meet with him after his concert in San Jose.

T-ara N4 make emergency schedule readjustments and will travel to LA on the 12th at 3:15 KST to meet with Brown and talk music.
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Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20130511n04082 / http://news.nate.com/view/20130511n03887
Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

To anyone who cares, Jeon Won Diary won the EYK Music Monday, which means Simon and Martina gets to review T-ara N4's amazing song. Simon called JWD the "Best Kpop song of the Year!" and he called Roly Poly "One of the Greatest songs in the History of Kpop!" Make sure to check out the video and also vote for T-ara N4. They're up against Dalshabet. Simply say "T-ara N4 is better!" in the youtube comments section!

[13.05.04] Video - T-ara N4 Countryside Life Debut Stage on Music Core



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[13.04.30] T-ara's "Rural Life" reaches 1 million views and it's composer explains the lyrics



T-ara N4's "Rural Life" has reached over 1 million viewers.

Despite being released yesterday, T-ara N4's "Rural Life" has reached nearly 1 million hits on combined sites like YouTube, etc.

There was a large amount of interest before the release because of Double Sidekick and the other famous cast members in the music video including Choi Bulam, Kim Soomi, Kim Wansun, Heo Gyeonyoung, Yang Junhyeok, Jeon Guntaek and Kang Minkyung.

The song has created so much attention throughout various major video sites that it's already reached 10 million views in only one day with the combined versions of the dance and drama. The reaction with overseas fans has also been more than expected.

Controversy rose over T-ara's lyrics and the "To the Rural Life" section. Double Sidekick explained what "To the Rural Life" means.

It means to escape the day-to-day life in the city to the "Rural Life" in reference to the MBC drama. The drama "Rural Life" is symbolic with family, friends and happy emotions.

The "To the Rural Life" is referring to the drama and is aimed towards older generations .

Meanwhile, T-ara N4 has been topping real-time charts since their song release.
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Source: http://m.media.daum.net/entertain/enews/view?newsid=20130430121906593
Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

To all Queens, please follow the rule below!!

{Watching the “official” MV on the Youtube!!}

The reason is that Music Core & Inkigayo (the 2 music programs) put some emphasis on the “Youtube browsing rate” to place the weekly No.1 winner.

1. T-ara Countryside Diary(Drama Ver.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyOK2kjczo0

2. T-ara Countryside Diary(Dance Ver.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74_3c_5SVBM
cr: LOEN MUSIC.
keep supporting Queens. we can do this!! let's do our best for t-ara to win. T-ara N4 Fighting!!! )

[13.04.29] T-ARA N4 "전원일기" Music Video (Dance and Drama Ver.)





cr: coremidas

[14.04.28] T-ara N4 reveal their true feelings on the path to their debut
"Since our debut, we constantly have the task of changing our image. From animal costumes and gloves, to Christmas tree costumes and Indian costumes.. once again, please look forward to T-ara's bold and unique concept hehehe"

TV Daily met with T-ara N4 weekly to show off an exclusive honest and funny disclosure of an idol's POV. We dug deep to find out their true feelings and get intimate for the readers. Ah~

T-ara N4 consists of T-ara's members Eunjung, Hyomin, Jiyeon and Areum. Their title song "Rural Life" is different from anything else and the attention towards T-ara has always been hot. Sexy, chic, lively and beautiful girls.. this is what T-ara will portray with their concept this time.

T-ara's first stage will be on May 1st. Since this debut almost four years ago, this will be the first time they'll promote as a unit and there is much anticipation. Choreography practice, interviews, music video shoots.. so far they have had busy schedules with no rest already. If there are misunderstandings or prejudice for T-ara N4, now they will honestly reveal themselves~

Eunjung, "I'm here to film the music video~ But it's too cold so only a bit of my face is showing hehehe"


Hyomin, "In the most comfortable position before recording kekeke With shrimp cakes in my arms kekeke"


Jiyeon, "What was this taken? Transformed into Santa Girl Jiyeon~ Ulzzang angle hehe"


Areum, "Refreshing drink~ Soon spring will go away and it'll be summer hehehe"


Eunjung, "In a good mood with a camera I received as a gift~ Happy right now hehehe"


Hyomin, "Today I'm wearing a pink sweater for the spring atmosphere scene~ I'm not really mad hehe"


Jiyeon, "Wondering how T-ara N4 turned into hip hop warriors? We'll make a public appearance soon hehe"


"Our dinner is cherry tomatoes and rice cakes~ All four of us made cute poses hehehe"


Hyomin, "Break time during choreography practice~ Aigoo it's difficult ㅜㅜ But I have to cheer up for the first stage hehe"


"Earlier we took a proof shot during dance practice of us streching our bodies~ Are we flexible? Hohoho"


Eunjung, "During recording. For the music video concept, I transformed with mushroom hair! kekeke"


Hyomin, "While recording some songs? Shh! It's a secret~ I'll let you know soon hehehe"


"Eating a late night snack to cheer us up. Today we work hard! Everyone, T-ara N4 will come soon. Coming soon~
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Source: http://www.tvreport.co.kr/?c=news&m=newsview&idx=339416 / http://www.tvreport.co.kr/?c=news&m=newsview&idx=339417
Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.04.26] T-ara N4 - Countryside Diary MV Teaser (Dance Ver.)

[OFFICIAL] T-ara N4 New Group Teaser Photos (04/26)







CREDIT: CCM Official Site





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[13.04.15] Video - T-ARA N4 "Country Diary" Teaser







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[13.04.15] T-ARA N4 reveal hip-hip image teaser, "Breaking away from original colors"


T-ara's 4-member unit T-ara N4 revealed new teaser images today making a transformation into a hip-hop group.

T-ara's Eunjung, Hyomin, Jiyeon and Areum appeared in the new teasers as stylish and fun looking girls.

Their title song "Rural Life" will be revealed through a teaser today and the teaser will show off the funky and intense flavored hip-hop elements in the song. The original color T-ara will not be shown,

T-ara's agency Core Contents Media said, "T-ara's unit T-ARA N4 will break away from their original style and each member will have their personalities showed off clearly with their colorful and unique costumes and accessories. They will also present a new look in their performances."

The song "Rural Life" is created by Double Sidekick and based on the drama "Rural Life". It has blunt lyrics about breaking free from the same everyday, thoughtless routine. The song will be joyful and appeal to women, men and children and with a touch of nostalgia for the older generation

The teaser will be released today through YouTube, GomTV at 3:30 KST.
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Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20130415n10795
Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[OFFICIAL] T-ara Subunit Concept Photo - Jiyeon (04/10)




CREDIT: CCM Official Site + craZy + tiaradiadem.com

[13.02.14] Quick News - T-ara to hold 9 additional showcases in Japan

On top of the showcases in Sapparo and Marioka on the 20th and 21st, T-ara have added 9 additional dates/venues.


Venue: Sapporo Factory (Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Time/Date: 18:30 JST, February 20th, 2013


Venue: Central Court Aeon Mall (Morioka)
Time/Date: 18:30 JST, February 21st, 2013

Venue: Aeon Mall Kashiwa (Tsugaru, Aomori)
Time/Date: 18:30 JST, February 22nd, 2013


Venue: Tower Records Shibuya (Shibuya, Tokyo)
Time/Date: 17:30 JST, February 25th, 2013

Venue: Aeon Lake Town (Koshigaya, Saitama)
Time/Date: 18:30 JST, February 28th, 2013

Venue: Oasis21 (Nagoya · Sakae)
Time/Date: 15:00 JST, March 2nd, 2013

Venue: Kyoto National Museum (Nakagyo, Kyoto)
Time/Date: 15:00 JST, March 3rd, 2013

Venue: Nishinomiya Garden (Nishinomiya, Hyogo)
Time/Date: 18:30 JST, March 4th, 2013

Venue: Aeon Mall Ayagawa (Ayauta, Kagawa)
Time/Date: 18:30 JST, March 5th, 2013

Venue: Niihama Aeon Mall (Niihama, Ehime)
Time/Date: 18:30 JST, March 6th, 2013

Venue: Omuta Aeon Mall (Omuta, Fukuoka)
Time/Date: 18:30 JST, March 8th, 2013

Venue: Seagul Plaza (Nagasaki)
Time/Date: 15:00 JST, March 9th, 2013

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Source: http://ameblo.jp/t-ara777/entry-11470546654.html


Update 02/20/2013: 1 more date added; Shibuya Tokyo