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[11.06.29] T-ara's agency verifying the "Roly-Poly" leak source Girl group T-ara's new song was accidentally leaked. T-ara's agency said on the 29th, "On the 29th at 7PM, 'Roly-Poly' was leaked. Because a dilemma that arose, we had to change the release of the album and music video to the 29th at 11:00. We can only ask that you buy T-ara's music legally." Their agency also said, "We are currently verifying the the source of the leakage." Some fans reacted by saying, "There's a myth that whenever music leaks, you always score a jackpot in sales." T-ara's music video and album was postponed after a computer file reached an error. The music video and album now came out today at 11:00 AM and will have part 2 of the music video come out on July 4th at 10:00 AM. *** Source: Nate Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[11.06.28] Where's T-ara's music video? "File error emergency" T-ara's "Roly-Poly" music video has shifted it's release date one more time to the 29th at 11 AM. T-ara's agency said through a press release on the 28th, "Our very beginning plan was to release it today (28th) at 5:00 but during the editing, a computer file with one minute's worth of the video failed to open and we thought it would be ready by an hour later at 6:00 today. But the computer did not restore the file after it was finished editing and restored. Tonight we are taking emergency actions so we can follow through with our new plan." T-ara's music video for "Roly-Poly" will be about a girls' curiosity of an adult live. It will be about children and their hearts wanting to enter an adult world back in the olden days. The music video was directed by Cha Euntaek. Jeon Youngrok and Im Yejin have joined the music video to help create a more realistic feeling. "Roly-Poly" means that no matter what happens you have to keep on standing up. Shinsadong Tiger and Choi Kyusung worked on the song together. The first part of the "Roly-Poly" music video will be now be revealed along with the audio through Melon at 11:00 AM on the 29th. The second part of the music video will be revealed on July 4th at 10:00 AM. *** Source: Newsen Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

T-ara's music video produced in two parts, part 1 delayed T-ara's "Roly-Poly" music video will be released in two parts. T-ara's music video was scheduled to be released all at once at 5:00 on the 28th of June but will come out one hour later at 6:00 KST. In regards to this, Core Contents Media said, "Because we decided to make last minute modifications, it's unfortunate we had to delay it's release. Although we wanted to keep our promises,we can promise a better product to show fans with just the little bit of extra time we get to edit. We hope you understand." T-ara's music video for "Roly-Poly" will be about a girls' curiosity of an adult live. It will be about children and their hearts wanting to enter an adult world back in the olden days. The music video was directed by Cha Euntaek. Jeon Youngrok and Im Yejin have joined the music video to help create a more realistic feeling. "Roly-Poly" means that no matter what happens you have to keep on standing up. Shinsadong Tiger and Choi Kyusung worked on the song together. The first part of the "Roly-Poly" music video will be out at 6:00 on the 28th through Melon along with the digital single release. The 2nd part of the music video will be revealed on July 4th at 10:00 AM. T-ara will comeback on July 1st and are currently in preparations for their Japanese advancement. *** Source: Nate Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[11.06.27] T-ara's colored jacket images, "real retro girls" T-ara has turned into "retro girl" for their new album's jacket photos. T-ara's agency released T-ara's "RolyPoly" teaser on the 24th and received a hot reaction. The music video will be a 10-minute mini-drama and was expected to be revealed on the 29th at midnight, but now has been changed to be released at 5:00 PM with the audio following afterward at midnight. The 10-minute music video for "RolyPoly" will be about a girls' curiosity of an adult live. It will be about children and their hearts wanting to enter an adult world back in the olden days. The music video was director by Cha Euntaek. T-ara's young idol members Eunjung, Jiyeon and Hyomin were joined by Jeon Youngrok and Im Yejin, who are former stars of the 70s and 80s. They are able to contribute a realistic feeling to the video. Meanwhile, T-ara will have a comeback on July 1st and are busy preparing for their advance into Japan. *** Source: Nate Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[11.06.25] T-ara's 10-minute long "RolyPoly" mini-drama to be revealed on the 29th T-ara's new retro song "RolyPoly" and it's music video will be in the form of a mini-drama. On the 25th, Core Contents Media revealed that, "We took a concept of a girls' high school from the olden days and with the director Cha Euntaek have made it into a 10-minute music video mini-drama." The music video is about the girls' curiosity from changing from children to adults and wanting to experience the world that adults experience. The "young idol" T-ara members Eunjung, Jiyeon, and Hyomin were able to showcase their acting and joined by the stars from back in the day, Jeon Youngrok and Im Yejin to create a realistic setting. T-ara is planning on making parents feel nostalgic about their schooldays while also approaching younger audiences with a fresh music sound. T-ara's agency also said, "More information on the music video and 'RolyPoly' will be released later, please show a lot of interest to the mini-drama." "RolyPoly" was done by Shinsadong Tiger and Choi Kyusung and was inspired by the discos done in the 1980s. The sound from the disco era was mixed with modern musical elements for the track. Meanwhile, T-ara revealed their teaser for "RolyPoly" on the 24th and will reveal the music video on the 29th through Melon. T-ara will make their comeback on July 1st. *** Source: Nate Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[11.06.24] T-ara's "RolyPoly" teaser being revealed three days early Girl group T-ara's teaser for their title track off their new mini-album will be released on the 24th. T-ara's agency, Core Contents Media, revealed it will be released to the public at 14:45 KST through Melon. T-ara's 'RolyPoly' music video teaser will be 50 seconds long, and will capture the 70's and 80's disco era. The music video director is the famous CF director, Cha Euntaek. T-ara's agency said the teaser was originally supposed to be released on June 27th, but because of fans request it will come out three days earlier. Meanwhile, T-ara will comeback on July 1st with 'RolyPoly' which will appeal to a wider range of audiences. They are also preparing for advancement into Japan. *** Source: Nate Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

T-ara's album's release date was changed from 7/1 -> 6/30!!! The first comeback stage will be on M!Countdown.

T-ara, thanks to the name "RolyPoly" received snacks for free 7-member girl group T-ara is thankful for free snacks from a company with the same name as their song. T-ara will come back on July 1st with their new mini album, "John Travolta Wannabe" with a comeback track being released called "RolyPoly". They are currently in full-scale preparations for their comeback stage. T-ara's company Core Contents Media expressed their thanks and told Star News on the 22th, "With T-ara's promotions with their new song 'RolyPoly' ahead, a snack product with the same name gave us their support by sending us their snacks free of charge." Followed, "During earlier promotions of 'Bo Peep Bo Peep', a company sent T-ara toilet tissues which was a funny experience for T-ara. Like during 'Bo Peep Bo Peep', they had a good feeling after receiving the product." T-ara's new song "RolyPoly" was written and composed by Shinsadong Tiger and Choi Kyusung. It's like disco songs popular in the 80s' but with a modern musical factor. T-ara's agency said, "RolyPoly has an easy melody, arrangement and dance that will be addictive and can attract a wider range of audience, such as people in their 20s-50s. T-ara will have their comeback stage on the 29th through KBS2TV's 'Music Bank' with a retro spin." Meanwhile, T-ara will be in Japan on July 5th to have a large showcase. *** Source: Nate Translated by: nathaniel/maknaes. @ Diadem T/N: I don't think the comeback date is right if Music Bank is on a Friday and the 29th is a Wednesday. Unless it's pre-recorded.

T-ara's new music video "RolyPoly" starring Im Yejin and Jeon Youngrok T-ara's new album "John Travolta Wannabe" title track, "RolyPoly" will star former teen stars Im Yejin and Jeon Youngrok, who is also Boram's father. Im Yejin and Jeon Youngrok were some of the most popular teen stars back in the 70s' and 80s. The director of the "RolyPoly" music video, Cha Euntauk said that Im Yejin brings a lot of memories and Jeon Youngrok appeared as a "best of the discos DJ". The stars said they were delighted and happy to be back after 30 years. T-ara will comeback on the 1st of July with the title track "RolyPoly". The song has an easy melody and arrangement, along with choreography which will be able to appeal to audiences in their 20s'-50s' as well. Unlike the previous lyrics T-ara sang in their title tracks, the lyrics to "RolyPoly" are reminiscent of the track "Night Fever" by the Bee Gees. "John Travolta Wannabe" will have 2 new tracks, "RolyPoly" and "I Really Really Like You" along with five songs remixed from their previous album. "I Really Really Like You" is a pop-dance song composed by Beomie with an addictive bass and with synth sounds. The album is about missing John Travolta from the movie "Saturday Night Fever". T-ara debuted in 2009 with "Lies" and have since been in an array of CFs, dramas, movies and variety programs. T-ara will be back on July 1st and are currently busy preparing for their comeback and Japan advancement. *** Source: Nate Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

Tracklist: 1. RolyPoly 2. I Really Really Like You 3. yayaya (Remix) 4. Why Are You Like This? (Remix) 5. I Don't Know (Remix) 6. Ma Boo (Remix) 7. I'm Okay (Remix)

T-ara reveals their "RolyPoly" jacket images, retro flare T-ara's new album "John Travolta Wannabe" has released jacket pictures. T-ara was shooting their new album's title song music video and jacket images for "RolyPoly" over the 18th and 19th. T-ara's agency said on the 20th that there are over 1,000 images, creating even more expectations for the new album. According to T-ara's agency, their title track "RolyPoly" has an easy melody arrangement and choreography to follow along, and will also be able to appeal to people in their 20's-50's. It will be a reminiscence of the 70's and 80's period and will be able to cause nostalgia for some. Their new mini album will contain 2 new songs, "RolyPoly" and "I Really Really Like You" along with 5 remixes from their "Vol.2 Temptastic" album. MBC Young 11's Seo Byunggu, who was considered the representative of disco and the hustle back in the 80s, has also been said to have taught choreography to T-ara for a month. A total of 20 people joined on stage for T-ara's choreography. They will re-create the 70's and 80's retro dances such as the hustle, diamond dance and ABC - basically the dances that were in the movie "Saturday Night Fever" will be re-made. Meanwhile, T-ara will comeback on July 1st and are busy preparing for their Japan debut. *** Source: http://news.nate.com.../20110620n09734 Credit: Nathaniel/maknaes. @ Diadem

T-ara's Hyomin new horror queen nickname, "Horomi" T-ara's Hyomin has gotten the new nickname of "Horomi" after making her big screen debut in "Gisaeng Ryung". The movie's publisher Core Contents Media said that "Horomi" is a mix of "Horror Queen" and "Gwiyomi" (cute) combined, because although she was in a scary horror movie, she was charming and cute.. thus receiving the nickname. In the photos released of her, Hyomin was holding an exemplary student certificate with a smile. In another, there was a heart cushion and bear in the background as Hyomin made a heart. The other is a picture of her feeding the bear, which shows Hyomin in a more comic view. The last picture was released as a bonus where a staff member is posing with his thumb towards Hyomin in the picture. "Gisaeng Ryung" is about the wrongful death of a child and how the soul enters another person's body. The horror movie is scheduled for an August release. *** Source: http://news.nate.com.../20110620n04174 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

T-ara received an award for being the best female CF model and Kim Hyungjoon won it for males at the MTN 2011 Broadcast Awards. Park Sungmin recently praised Hyomin's acting in "Giaseng Ryung". He said her crying was one of the most believable "fake cries" he's seen. He also said that there was a scene where Hyomin got slapped but there were a lot of NGs and that the scene kept being repeated, but Hyomin was concentrated on getting it perfect the whole time even if she was in a lot of pain. Source: T-arafan // Nate

[11.06.18] T-ara's Japanese showcase a big hit, attracting 70,000 applicants Girl group T-ara's Japanese showcase has attracted over 70,000 applicants. On the 18th, according to T-ara's agency Core Contents Media, T-ara's showcase on July 5th at Shibuya AX Hall, since opening the applicant process, has attracted over 70,000 fans. T-ara's Japanese management company, Smile Company had said, "1,500 fans are being invited to the event, but there has been over 70,000 who have applied. It's a 46 to one chance on being accepted, but since it's a lottery, every fan has a chance." T-ara are making a comeback on July 1st with the launch of their new track, "RolyPoly". Along with the new song, their previous hits "Why Are You Like This?", "I Go Crazy Because of You", "yayaya" and "Bo Peep Bo Peep" will be featured at T-ara's showcase. "RolyPoly" means that no matter what, you have to keep standing up positively. It's inspired by the 80s' retro theme but with a modern twist. Shinsadong Tiger and Choi Kyusung have came together to work on the song. Meanwhile, T-ara are shooting their new music video on the 18th and 19th and preparing for overseas and domestic activities. *** Source: Nate Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[11.06.16] Twins Hwayoung and Hyoyoung's "mirror acting" showcase T-ara's Hwayoung and her identical twin sister, 5dolls' Hyoyoung, appeared on the "Sponge Special - Movie Special Effects" and showed off their mirroring acting skill. During the broadcast, the two girls mirrored each others' movements, like in old movies before special effects existed. They reenacted a scene from the movie "Terminator 2" where one perfectly imitated the other through the mirror. In the scene, rather than having special effects, the twins both acted as the same character. Hyoyoung and Hwayoung were perfectly identical, tailored from head to toe in the same outfit and hairstyle and with a "mirror" between the two, showcasing their challenging skill of "mirror acting." *** Source: Joynews24 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Core Clique/Diadem

it was boring and i already used a similar title before LOL "T-ara, "RolyPoly" is "Bo Peep Bo Peep 2" ... This time it's disco"

[11.06.15] T-ara, a new disco concept and beginning overseas activities 80s' disco 'RolyPoly' next month Showcasing popular dance moves, such as the ABC and the hustle 'Catching two rabbits' challenge with activities in Japan on July 5th "No matter how difficult (it is), I'll do my best like a roly poly firmly rising to one's feet." Girl group T-ara (Boram, Jiyeon, Hyomin, Eunjung, Qri, Soyeon, Hwayoung) began a fresh start last year with their addition of a new member, Hwayoung, making them the 7-member group they are today. Now, they are dreaming big to begin their career in Japan. They're also advancing into a coffee business. It takes an extreme amount of effort. Each member, besides their group activities, has been in dramas or films or in some type of performing arts. They literally are everywhere. But since their debut and to now, our Focus newspaper that had been growing with T-ara, they also didn't forget to congratulate us on our 7th anniversary. Via e-mail, we had an interview with T-ara about their new business and Japan activities. "It's been nearly 2 years since our debut and it seems like it(Focus news)'s changed a bit from the past. We've changed a lot since our debut as well so we're kind of similar. Haha." T-ara announced their "yayaya" activities last year in December. They also released their first album as a 7-member group, which received great response. Eunjung had to sit out for some promotions, due to a knee injury, but all of the members were also busy in their personal activities. The 7-member group announced their comeback to be on July 1st with the new track called "RolyPoly". "'RolyPoly' means that no matter what happens, you have to rise up like a roly poly. No matter how difficult it is or what hardships you're going through, you need to look forward and stay strong and proceed on, it's similar to us (T-ara). 'RolyPoly' can be called the 'Bo Peep Bo Peep 2' but it's more like disco that was popular in the 80s with an emphasis on the modern elements, we plan on showing a retro-style we can call our own." In nightclubs during the 1970-1980s', there were popular dances like the hustle dance, diamond dance and ABC, which will all be reinterpreted on stage. It will be a reminiscent atmosphere of the legendary rock group, Bee Gees and their song "Night Fever". Even the album title, "John Travolta Wannabe", is retro. "We thought of this concept when we watched the movie 'Saturday Night Fever'. It has a passionate, enthusiastic feeling that is catchy and stays with you for a long time. The feeling on stage will be like the film's character played by John Travolta. In our spare time, we even listen to retro music to prepare. We also look at fashion magazines or pictures to help us prepare for our performances. After they release their album, T-ara is planned for a showcase in Japan on the 5th at the Shibuya-AX Hall. T-ara signed an exclusive contract with the Japanese company J-ROCK for 350 million yen (4.7 billion won). T-ara will release the Japanese version of "Bo Peep Bo Peep" on August 3rd, and afterward will begin their Japanese promotions. "We can't help but to do both domestic and international activities, but it's also true that it's more expensive and burdensome on us. Our members might get frustrated, but we'll work and try our hardest. Without losing our original intention, we'll show you us having a passionate and enthusiastic look on stage." (Singing and dancing, as well as being cute or sexy. Their perfect bodies and charisma creates their unique attraction. T-ara had sent congratulations to our newspaper for our 8th anniversary. "We debuted back in 2009, and we think, 'Wow, it's already been 2 years," but to think you have been around for eight years. Please continue to cover us as we continue our domestic activities and foray into Japan.") *** Source: FNN Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[11.06.14] Hyomin is T-ara's new leader, "an opportunity for all members" T-ara's Hyomin will replace Boram as the group's leader for T-ara's upcoming 'RolyPoly' activities and when T-ara begins their Japanese activities. T-ara's company, Core Contents Media said, "We plan to replace and change the leader for each album that T-ara will release. It gives them a new responsibility to consult with the other members and as a leader, help plan T-ara's next choices. Eunjung was originally leader because of her training period, and her and Hyomin have had the longest preparation period. Because of this, it was determined Hyomin would be a good choice," they said on the 14th. Following, "While in Korea, the oldest members were originally the leaders. Because T-ara will enter the Japanese market soon, it'll be critical to have a strong leader. The members and staff determined it would be Hyomin who would be the best to have the leadership, which she'll begin during 'RolyPoly' activities," they explained. Meanwhile, T-ara will comeback on July 1st with 'RolyPoly' which was composed by Choi Kyusung. Their album 'John Travolta Wannabe' has a meaning of missing John Travolta and is inspired by 'Saturday Night Fever'. *** Source: Nate Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

T-ara making their comeback July 1st with "Bo Peep Bo Peep Ⅱ" T-ara will comeback with the help of Choi Kyusung with a "Bo Peep Bo Peep Ⅱ" song called "RolyPoly" and an album. On June 8th, T-ara's agency Core Contents Media revealed, "On July 1st, T-ara will comeback. T-ara's new album, 'John Travolta Wannabe', has a concept of missing John Travolta from the movie 'Saturday Night Fever'." "RolyPoly" means no matter what, even if you fall, you have to rise up again. Shinsadong Tiger and Choi Kyusung have made an 80s' feeling disco song with a retro feeling and an element of contemporary music to give it a unique charm. They felt it fit T-ara vocal-wise and it's reminiscent of Bee Gee's Night Fever track. The choreography will have a large amount of 20 dancers on stage with them, remaking the popular 70s' and 80s' retro dances such as ABC, diamond and the hustle showcased and made popular by the movie "Saturday Night Fever". It's expected to be like a disco and fans can expect a lot. Meanwhile, T-ara is having a showcase in Japan and has been busy preparing their new album coming out on July 1st. *** Source: http://news.nate.com.../20110608n10323 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[11.06.03] T-ara's personally designed "Page One" cafe opening approaching Idols T-ara have helped invest in and design a coffee shop, which they recently revealed photos posing in front of. Designed by T-ara, and with the help of Core Contents Media's Kim Kwangsoo, the coffee shop was built in the Kangnam downtown area with a "star shop" concept. T-ara is expected to greet customers on it's opening on July 1st. This is Kim Kwangsoo's first time doing a "coffee business." He said, "For the first time, we created a relaxing place by using entertainment and entertainment for customers. We also are showing that the entertainment industry isn't that distant of a concept and we plan to open 500 shops up across the country." "The name of the store was already chosen to be called 'Page One' which was inspired by the drama Eunjung was in called 'Coffee House'." In addition, 'Page One' got help from the worldwide designer Cho Binhae and they plan to find baristas before opening on July 1st. *** Source: T-arafan Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

T-ara's Hyomin, "Following Nam Gyuri-Jiyeon's uniform fashion style" Pictures have been revealed of T-ara's Hyomin transformation on set of her horror movie, "Gisaeng Spirit" into a high school student with uniform fashion. Hyomin said, "After wearing the uniform clothing for the first time in a long time, I want to go back to high school." She continued, "In the Death Bell series, Nam Gyuri and Jiyeon played characters with uniforms and they looked really cool. With the fashion and uniform fashion in school, I want to be able to pull it off too," she said. "Gisaeng Spirit" is about how the death of a child reacts in the child's soul entering another body and commits horrific murders. The director is Yang Yunho, who also did movies like "Grand Prix" and "The Horror Game Movie". Hyomin plays the role of a youthful student and a sister to Han Eunjeong who solve the issues happening in the high school. Meanwhile, "Gisaeng Spirit" is scheduled to be released in August. *** Source: Nate Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

T-ara's Eunjung, a "make-up humilation star" Eunjung, member of the idol group Tara, has joined the ranks of other celebrities who have been called "make-up humiliation." On May 30th at the CGV theatre in Seoul, Eunjung attended a premiere of her movie, "White: The Curse of The Melody" and stood up on stage for a quick speech in a unique styled mini-dress, showing off her shining looks. But unlike her brilliant fashion, the bottom half of her eyes were buried in white powder that wasn't matching her skin. When the issue came up, Eunjung took to her Twitter and said, "I will not use that powder again. Tears. But it became the most discussed topic. But it happens to also promote the film," attracting laughter from fans. Netizens have commented saying, "She looks good even with the make-up humiliation", "A shy, cute look", "I'm greedy because the dark circles under her eyes are completely hidden." Eunjung is in charge of one of the main roles in the film "White: The Curse of The Melody" which is scheduled for release on June 9th. *** Source: Nate Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

T-ara's Hyomin reveals fan gift, "mini Hyomin doll" T-ara's Hyomin reveals a Hyomin doll given to her by fans. On the 2nd, Hyomin posted on Twitter, "A priceless gift given to me by fans.. miniature child doll," also posting a picture. Inside the photo was a doll resembling Hyomin recreating T-ara's "I Go Crazy Because of You" choreography. Netizens said, "It's as cute as you", "Hyomin is more beautiful than the doll." Meanwhile, Hyomin is shooting full time her new movie "Gisaeng Spirit", scheduled for release later this summer. *** Source: Nate Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem