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[13.10.25] T-ara's "What Do I Do" jacket image to be determined by fan votes Girl group T-ara will have fans vote on what their album jacket image should be for their new song "What Do I Do". T-ara's agency Core Contents Media revealed today that from the 28th to the 30th, T-ara fans will have the opportunity to vote for the jacket image for T-ara's "What Do I Do". The most popular jacket image will be the one used. T-ara fans who vote in the contest will be nominated into a lottery to be able to win a chance to go to the music video set for "What Do I Do" and experience the song and concept before anyone else. Only five fans will be chosen. T-ara will release "What Do I Do" on December 2nd. It is a remake of Sand Pebbles' 1977 song "What Do I Do". *** Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20131025n12763 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.10.25] Video HD - T-ara "Number 9" @ Music Bank http://youtu.be/G7WOxoaBvO8 ***** Credit: 뚜 껑 @ youtube

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

Yeah, they jumped from #11 last week to #4! So, along with Music Bank this week it's: #2 Inkigayo #2 GAON Album Chart #5 GAON Digital Chart (Jumped from #15 last week) #1 GAON Social Chart (stayed) #5 Instiz Weekly Chart (Last week #6) #4 Billboard K-Pop Top-100 (jumped from #6) #11 GAON Streaming Chart (Jumped from #49) Not too bad for a group that said they would've been happy just to get #9 as the song goes.. PS: Was Mnet's M Countdown off this week?

[iG] Hyomin's Instagram Update (10/25) "쌀쌀패션" "ㅎㅎ" "건강한 아침!" http://instagram.com/p/f3umsbvKm2/ ***** Credit: Hyomin's instagram + Robbe_881 + tiaradiadem.com

T-ara, A Tearful Interview… Instead of explaining, they are reflecting By Kim Yong Ho I met with girl group T-ara. The “T-ara Incident” that caused uproar in Korea last year. At the time, after finishing their Japan Buddokan concert, success was right in front of their eyes, but a small argument between the members became a large controversy through SNS. More so than the truth of what happened, the public was more interested and passionate in their witchhunt. There is nothing more saddening than to be misunderstood. The T-ara members had also wanted to defend themselves saying that “This was not what happened in reality.” Just like that, a year has passed and T-ara met with us reporters. But this time, the interview is not a consoling one. The controversy has to be something they face once more before their wounds can begin to heal. So right from the beginning I asked a powerful question “Why do you think T-ara is being criticised?” The girls jumped at the question. But it is a question that must be answered. Perhaps it was a question they were mentally prepared for. Member Eunjung carefully replied, “We think that there must be a reason. Although there were some misunderstandings, because we think part of the reason we hear those words is because of us, we have humbly accepted [the criticism].” Hyomin said “Because we disappointed a lot of people who gave us love, we were wrong. That was an irreparable mistake. We can’t pretend it never happened. We have reflected upon our immature actions and think that we can only work hard to [make up for it].” Eunjung said, “We think that not expressing our thoughts at the time was one of the reasons we were criticised so much. We are very regretful for not expressing our thoughts from our hearts well at the time. But now, instead of using words, we think that we should use action to demonstrate [our hearts].” The members expressed their regret. T-ara used to be one of the most loved girl groups. But now they are harshly receiving hate. A change like that is difficult for young girls to accept. I asked, “Isn’t the reality now very saddening?” But the answer I received was a mature one, “It seems like the sad period has passed and now we are thankful for little things.” Soyeon said “In the past, being nominated for 1st place seemed to be a given. But now, when we hear that we have been nominated for 1st place, we feel so happy we get goosebumps.” Eunjung said, “The way we think has changed. I think we are lucky to have obtained these results from working hard. We hope that we will achieve better results in the future.” Jiyeon said , “It seems like we really learned a lot. We learned to be thankful for little things.” T-ara talked about their thoughts on their comeback. Eunjung, “Achieving a lot of popularity at a young age can make people arrogant and that appearance can be revealed unconsciously. Although it may not be revealed with bad intentions, it seems to have been interpreted as such.” Answers like these, instead of defending themselves, it seems like T-ara has embraced a reflective attitude. Suddenly, the young girls began to cry. Hyomin and Eunjung were the first to pick up tissues. Soyeon, although saying “I really don’t want to cry”, started to choke up as well. Jiyeon, who usually does not say much and has been misunderstood a lot, her tears also ruined her makeup. The members all expressed their thanks to their fans. “We are so thankful for our fans who have stayed by us even after so many bad things happened. We understand how valuable they are,” they said, revealing their honest thoughts. T-ara recently released their 8th mini album “AGAIN” and is promoting with double title tracks “No.9” and “I Know the Feeling.” In particular, No.9 has reached 1st place on several charts upon release and was even nominated for 1st in a music programme, achieving popularity. But T-ara is still very humble. With their heads down, they said “Instead of a desire for 1st place, we have been practising overnight with the thought that it would be great if we can receive love. We are thankful for getting response that is better than we thought.” Looking at T-ara, who expressed, “We were afraid about performing on stage when we knew we wouldn’t receive applause, but for those who have given us applause, we will do the best we can,” I am touched by the way they are struggling to overcome their trauma. I wonder if shedding tears like this will make them feel better. I look forward to T-ara overcoming these trials and becoming a cheerful girl group once again. Original source http://www.sportsworldi.com/Articles/EntCulture/Article.asp?aid=20131022022822&subctg1=50&subctg2=00&OutUrl=daum Translated via Chinese trans by TCN: http://www.t-arachina.cn/bbs/thread-67945-1-1.html

Taken from T-ara's Official Fancafe, here is the Official Notice translated into English. Please do not take out without credits. Do not edit, or crop. Any questions can be directed via my Twitter or by replying to this thread. For a tutorial on how to sign up for an account at Yes24.com, please click here. Additional Disclaimers ** If you are a foreigner living overseas, you must send in/pay for the extra shipping cost in order to receive the special goods. Please register (I assume on Yes24) to see more information on how to get the goods. ** Benefit #8 will only apply to those with Korean numbers and cannot be sent to those with no cellular phones and/or to numbers that reside overseas. We apologize for this and hope you can understand. ** After joining, please note that Administrative work (on the fancafe) will start only after 7PM on October 8th. Please do wait until after October 8th at 7PM to see any changes in your account after finishing your sign up. Credits: fant-ara + Elly (English Translation) at Diadem Forums

I also think that cassette player is smiling at me . It says "I'm something old from the past with a young spirit". So my vote is for it, too.

hmmm!i also chose no.3 because it looks much better.but why i feeling i have seen that pic before?? is that T-ara idea to make it like that?? or KKS want to hear Queen's words & make a decision for T-ara now. this time he much more open to Queen's.

I like the third one:) so is the voting going to be on their website?

[13.10.10] Video HD - T-ara @ Wide Entertainment News Part 1 Part 2 ***** Credit: simhy13real