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[14.04.10] Jiyeon's performances of "1MIN1SEC" will be incredibly sexy.. Complete image change After perfecting her extravagant performance for her solo debut, Jiyeon will be heading off to film the music video tomorrow! Jiyeon's solo debut song "1MIN1SEC" was created by Double Sidekick and she has announced today she will film her music video tomorrow. Her music video will be alluring and showcase her as a sexy diva with a bold and aggressive performance. She is aiming to surprise the public by completely changing her image. OSEN recently was able to view the performance of "1MIN1SEC" and revealed it was truly exceptional.. The first word they used to describe it: daebak! OSEN revealed that Jiyeon's choreography consists of sexy gestures, includes a chair, and focuses on showing off her S-line through twisting her pelvis and doing full body waves. The highlight of her choreography is during the chorus when she quickly lifts up her jacket and showing off a part of her body, which is incredibly sleek and toned. She also showcases the features of a women by doing head-to-toe body waves. In addition to that, Jiyeon has a part of her dance where she sits on the floor and her sexy charms are undeniable. Although the dance is incredibly sexy, like T-ara's "Bo Peep Bo Peep" and "Roly-Poly", the dance will appeal to everyone and you can easily follow along because the dance's difficulty is not too hard. It will be a big change for T-ara fans as Jiyeon raises her level of sexy charms to 200%, but T-ara fans will be able to enjoy once again the usual addictive hooks and trademark fun choreography they are used to. *** Source: http://osen.mt.co.kr/article/G1109827498 Credit: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[14.04.08] Jiyeon releases a second "cute and sexy" teaser image ahead of solo debut Jiyeon has released the second teaser image for her solo debut! Jiyeon has revealed the meaning of the number "7" on her previous teaser image as well as displayed a new picture to act as a teaser for her upcoming solo debut on April 30th. In regards to the number "7," Jiyeon's company Core Contents Media said, "The teaser video will be revealed today (8th)." The teaser will be released at 5:00 PM KST through T-ara's Facebook account (http://www.facebook.com/officialtara) and through Core Contents Media's YouTube account (http://www.youtube.com/coremidas). *** Source: TopStar News Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[14.04.02] Jiyeon reveals mysterious "7" teaser photo ahead of solo debut.. D-28 Jiyeon has revealed a strange teaser photo ahead of her upcoming solo debut at the end of this month. On the 30th, Jiyeon will foray into becoming a solo artist by releasing a song produced by hit-maker Double Sidekick. Since their debut in 2009, this will be the first time a T-ara member has gone into promoting as a soloist. Core Contents Media revealed today (2nd) a teaser photo containing the bottom half of Jiyeon's legs and the number "7." Jiyeon is wearing pink leg warmers around her ankles with ribbons tying her legs together. Core Contents Media revealed to Star News, "Jiyeon's solo concept is sexy and will be similar to Park Jiyoon's "Coming of Age Ceremony", but with a modern 2014-esque twist. As she prepares for her first solo promotions, she has been putting her all into preparing and ended up losing 5kg (11lbs)." For Jiyeon's solo debut, she is also changing things up around her usual T-ara image. She is working with the best music staff, choreographer and stylist to show a new side of her. In regards to the number "7" being featured on her teaser image, Core Contents Media said that "7" refers to her song and the meaning of the song will be revealed soon. *** Source: http://star.mt.co.kr/view/stview.php?no=2014040211145302591&outlink=2&SVEC Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[14.03.28] Jiyeon to reveal completely new image through Double Sidekick produced solo on April 30th T-ara's agency Core Contents Media has made final plans for Jiyeon's solo debut in April! On the 28th, Core Contents Media said that Jiyeon will release a solo song produced by Double Sidekick on April 30th. T-ara's main choreographer Bae Yoonjung of YAMA&HOTCHICKS, as well as the choreographer of Girl's Day's "Something" and KARA's "Mister" will work on the choreography for Jiyeon's debut. Jiyeon will also establish a new image by working with the stylist Im Soojung who often works with Davichi and Teen Top. Core Contents Media said, "This is the first time since T-ara's debut that Jiyeon will take on a solo concept. She will show a different image through her stage and choreography than compared to T-ara. It will be an attempt to introduce a new side of Jiyeon and she will utilize her performances to show her charms." Meanwhile, Hyomin is preparing for her solo debut sometime in May. *** Source: Star News Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[14.03.21] Latest Info - T-ara to release 3rd Japanese album "Gossip Girls" on May 14! CCM Japan's website announced T-ara will release their 3rd original Japanese album "Gossip Girls" on May 14th. A commemorative event will be held next week for the release as well (more info to come). *** Source: http://t-ara.ccmjapan.com/t-ara-new%E3%82%A2%E3%83%AB%E3%83%90%E3%83%A0%E3%80%8Cgossip-girls%E3%80%8D%E7%99%BA%E5%A3%B2%E6%B1%BA%E5%AE%9A%EF%BC%81%E3%80%80%EF%BC%86%E3%80%80%E3%83%AA%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B9%E8%A8%98-2/

[14.03.10] T-ara Jiyeon-Hyomin to reveal distinct personalities in solo activities in April Girl group T-ara (Qri, Boram, Eunjung, Soyeon, Hyomin, Jiyeon) will have members pursue a solo career for the first time since their debut five years ago. According to officials on the 10th, Hyomin and Jiyeon and preparing to release solo singles in April. They are considering promoting simultaneously, but also considering having Jiyeon promote in early April and Hyomin promote in early May. The agency is putting in full work to prepare each member for a solo debut. After T-ara, both members are interested in being active as solo singers again. T-ara had their first unit will T-ara N4 (Eunjung, Hyomin, Jiyeon, Areum) last year, but this will be the first time a member will pursue solo promotions. According to their agency, Jiyeon will work with Double Sidekick to promote as an artist with a style similar to Sunmi. Brave Brothers will help Hyomin debut as a singer with an opposite image from T-ara. The two distinct personalities will be exposed as different from the original and traditional image of T-ara. Their agency also said to Star News, "In the group, the two members show excellent ability as artists and they will be able to attract a lot of attention and show those skills through a new genre and color for themselves." T-ara debuted in 2009 and have constantly had hits from "Bo Peep Bo Peep" to "Roly-Poly" and "Lovey-dovey". *** Source: http://star.mt.co.kr/view/stview.php?no=2014031010310218797&outlink=2&SVEC Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

these are great gifs thanks for sharing. hyomin looks so greattt hyomin's MV looks well produced compared to some of the others so i think gif-ing the other girls MVs wouldnt look as nice.. T_T

[14.02.18] T-ara to release a special tango style pop-dance song on the 20th Girl group T-ara has collaborated with composer Cho Youngsoo again. After collaborating last with Cho Youngsoo over a year and seven months ago for "Day by Day", T-ara members Jiyeon, Hyomin, and Soyeon will reunite with him for his signature "All Star" album. Cho Youngsoo's agency Nextar Entertainment said on Twitter on the 18th, "The first song for the '2014 All Star' album will be with popular girl group T-ara. The release is on the 20th so please anticipate it a lot." They also included a verification shot. T-ara last promoted "What Do I Do" and their members also are taking on individual schedules, but they have made time to join the project. Cho Youngsoo helped make T-ara's debut song "Lies" as well as "I Go Crazy Because of You", "Cry Cry", "Day by Day" and the "Women's Generation" and "Wonder Woman" project albums for T-ara, SeeYa, and Davichi. "First Love" is a dance-pop song utilizing the sexy charms of a sexy and elegant tango. The tango rhythm will contrast with intense and hurtful lyrics about an unforgettable first love. Rookie rapper "EB" will also feature in the song before his official debut. *** Source: http://osen.mt.co.kr/article/G1109786459 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

It means both the songs will be treated and promoted as singles.

[14.01.17] Latest Info - Baek Seunghyun from "Queen Insoo" talks about Eunjung Baek Seunghyun said the most memorable idol he worked with is Ham Eunjung. He said, "Eunjung and I worked together in 'Queen Insoo' and her personality/character is really good and she is a good actress. She works really hard and she always cares about the people around her. Still today we are friends who keep in contact and go out to eat rice sometimes. I only know acting, but she taught me a lot about image. I've learned a lot from her." *** Source: http://www.newsen.com/news_view.php?uid=201401151730113410 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

the article didnt clarify it but it does say it is from melons digital chart (melon is the first digital music download provider in korea) and includes downloading and streaming. it doesnt say which are included but i guess it would have to be most of their singles LOL

[14.01.10] Latest Info - T-ara rank 7th for most #1 songs in the past decade T-ara rank 7th for the most #1 hit songs on digital music charts in the past decade (despite debuting 4 1/2 years ago). In the past "decade" they have had 13 #1 hit songs. It's determined from MelOn's music chart from 2004 - December 2013 and includes downloads/streams for each song. #1 is SG Wannabe with 24 songs #2 is Big bang with 22 songs #3 is Davichi with 18 songs #4 is 2NE1 with 16 songs #5 with 15 songs is a tie between MC Mong, Busker Busker, Lee Seunggi, Brown Eyed Girls and SeeYa #6 with 14 songs is BUZZ #7 with 13 songs is T-ara #8 with 12 songs is Baek Jiyoung #9 with 11 songs is a tie between Girls' Generation, Kim Jonggook, Huh Gak and IU #10 with 10 songs is a tie between Gummy, K. Will, KCM, G-Dragon and Lee Hyori For reference: T-ara is ranked the second highest for #1 songs out of those who had the latest debut date - Busker Busker is first. SG Wannabe (#1), Davichi (#3), SeeYa (#5), T-ara (#7), Kim Jonggook (#9) are/were all in CCM. *** Source: http://news.naver.com/main/read.nhn?mode=LSD&mid=sec&sid1=106&oid=108&aid=0002273340 Credit: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[14.01.10] Latest Info - "Bunny Style!" is 2nd best selling J-pop single of 2013 on YesAsia T-ara's "Bunny Style!" is the 2nd best selling J-pop single of 2013 on YesAsia. It includes the sales of all editions and versions of the same title summed up to determine the total sales. In addition, T-ara ranked #3 on YesAsia for best selling K-pop girl groups! *** Source: http://www.yesasia.com/yumcha/yesasia-2013-bestsellers-japanese-music/0-0-0-arid.521-en/featured-article.html Credit: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[14.01.03] Video HD - THE SEEYA/Son Hojun "More and more" MV starring Jiyeon *** Source: coremidas @ YT

[13.12.30] Latest Info - Hyomin to feature on Brave Brothers 10th Anniversary Project Brave Brothers will release a new digital single every month for 10 months to commemorate his 10th anniversary. He will release a new song with various singers including Hyomin. Hyomin will be featured on a single one month and 4minute Hyuna, B2ST Hyunseung, Jay Park, SISTAR Hyorin, Lim Changjung, Son Dambi, Park Hyunjun and others who helped make him popular will be featured on different months. *** Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20131230n13950 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.12.30] T-ara's Boram cast as the lead character in the musical "The Lost Garden" T-ara member Jeon Boram was cast as the lead female character in the musical "The Lost Garden". The musical will begin on January 17th, 2014 and is the story of what happens when walls come down and hearts open. The setting is a beautiful garden that is guarded by an angry giant. Boram will be able to showcase her vocals in her solos "Wondrous Dream" and "The Lost Garden". Boram said, "I will try my best to express the pure genuineness of Mercy. Right now I am clearing out my mind and calming myself so I can execute my role to the best of my ability." The musical premiered in Shanghai on June 8th and 9th and then made it's way overseas. The musical is based on "The Selfish Giant" by Oscar Wilde and tells a story about love, friendship and happiness. Singer Kim Taewoo will play the lead male role in the musical. *** Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20131230n07079 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.12.26] T-ara's charity event turns out to be a big success T-ara's event for charity has turned out to be a big success in the end. On the 24th, T-ara held a charity event with various donated items being up for sale such as T-ara's old clothing or stage costumes and donations from Davichi, Ha Seokjin, Hwang Jungeum and Son Hojun. According to T-ara's agency, one of the items donated to the charity event was a 3,000,000 won (~$2,800) Cameron diamond ring that a Japanese fan visiting the bazaar event purchased. T-ara raised a total of 12.5 million won (~$11,500) from the sales and donated about 2.5 million won (~$2,400) directly on the day. On the 27th, T-ara will donate the remaining 10 million won (~$10,000) to the Sharing Campaign "Hope Windmill" organized by the Red Cross by directly visiting the event. T-ara said, "We are able to end the year with a warm heart thanks to the many people who took part in the charity event and we give thanks to those who helped T-ara take the steps necessary for it." *** Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20131226n15027 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.12.24] T-ara's selling over 500 items at charity event thought of by Eunjung Girl group T-ara is ending the year with a charity auction event. The idea was member Eunjung's that she held a positive attitude about and collected interest of others. T-ara's agency Core Contents Media said, "The open-event charity auction was the idea of Eunjung. Those watching the event through TV can contact the company to find a way to donate." They also said, "T-ara's leader Boram's mother is actress Lee Miyoung. She donated an outfit in good faith that Hyomin wore in T-ara's Chinese music video paired with a hat and skirt. This outfit will be auctioned." "The charity event was all discussed and planned by the members. T-ara are excited to be helping those less fortunate through a fun event," their agency said. The charity event is located at Eunjung's mother's cafe Cafenne and over 500 goods will be sold. The event will also be attended by Davichi, Hwang Jungeum, Ha Seokin, and "Reply 1997" actor Son Hojun. The proceeds from the event will be donated on the 31st. *** Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20131224n16763 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.12.11] T-ara to release new song on the 14th.. "Winter girl" transformation T-ara will release a new song this week! On the 11th, T-ara's agency Core Contents Media said that on the midnight of the 14th, T-ara will release the new title song "Hide and Seek" through various music sites. "Hide and Seek" is the joint-work of composers Baek Deoksang and Baek Hyunjung. It is a medium-tempo ballad with an acoustic guitar. The lyrics are compared love to hide and seek. After the release of T-ara's repackaged 8th mini album "What Do I Do", fans were aware "Hide and Seek" was the hidden track on it. Originally, T-ara was planning to release "Hide and Seek" later this month, but because of the interest being shown into "What Do I Do" by fans, T-ara decided to unveil it early. T-ara said, "T-ara will appear with a different image for 'Hide and Seek'. The music video is totally different from 'Number Nine' and 'What Do I Do'." The six members of T-ara released a new image teaser of "Hide and Seek" today with a snowy background dressed in snowmen and Santa outfits. *** Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20131211n17222 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.12.10] T-ara to auction off their own personal items in charity event on the 24th T-ara will hold a charity event for the less fortunate. T-ara will take a break from their busy activities to volunteer and directly donate to the elderly, disabled children, and nurseries. They will visit various neighborhoods and take the lead in the volunteer services. T-ara will hold a charity auction and auction off some of their own personal items such as costumes and accessories for a total of over 300 items. T-ara will directly auction the pieces on site for charity. T-ara's auction will also be live-streamed on the Internet worldwide for about three hours. Some of the goods being auctioned on the 24th can also be purchased over the Internet. T-ara's charity and auction event will be held on the 24th from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Nonhyeon cafe Cafenne and 100% of the proceeds will go to charity. Other stars including Davichi, Ha Seokjin, Hwang Jungeum and Son Hojun will join the charity event and auction their own things as well. *** Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20131210n16727 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.12.04] T-ara's Japanese fanclub suddenly shutting down.. Will they stop Japanese activities? Fans were left confused and wondering if T-ara will put an end to Japanese promotions after it was announced that T-ara's Japanese fanclub will be abruptly shut down next year in April. T-ara's official fanclub in Japan "Sweet Treasure" announced via their website that "After T-ara contract expires in April 2014, T-ara's fanclub will be dismissed. The registration renewal will end on the 31st and the fanclub and website will be shut down in April next year." They also said "Next April will be the final version of the newsletter, but members cannot ask for a refund. Please understand." They also thanked fans for their support for the past three years and apologized for the announcement. Korean netizens and T-ara's fans were left confused what was happening next and if T-ara will sign a new contract with a new agency. In regards to this, Core Contents Media said on the 4th, "T-ara's contract with the local Japanese agency J-ROCK that managed T-ara win Japan will expire in April of next year and they will not be resigning it thus the fanclub and website operation by J-ROCK being put to an end." Core Contents Media continued to say, "Core Contents Media's Japanese office CCM Japan will manage them. There are no plans yet to automatically switch the fans into a new fanclub, but T-ara will not cancel Japanese activities point blank. Next year, they will focus more on Chinese activities." T-ara are holding their comeback on the 5th at Mnet's "M!Countdown" with their new song "What Do I Do". *** Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20131204n19765 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.11.28] T-ara will live stream their music video premiere on December 2nd T-ara's music video will premiere worldwide at the same time. On December 2nd at 3:00 PM KST, T-ara will live-stream their music video premiere of 2013 "What Do I Do" through Genie's Korean channel (http://www.ustream.tv/channel/geniemusic). The 2013 "What Do I Do" music video premiere will be about an hour long event and include two new songs in the music video including a ballad. The members will also be present at the scene for a press conference. In addition, T-ara will invite 60 of their own fans to attend the premiere at the COEX Megabox movie theater. T-ara's 2013 "What Do I Do" samples the University Music Festival song winner of 1977 which was Sand Pebbles' "What Do I Do". The members will recreate the song by sampling it and recreating the choreography through their music video by act during their musical choreography. The music video was also made in the form of a musical. *** Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20131128n16561 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.11.28] T-ara's Boram releases TTL/Snow White style teaser image Ahead of their comeback, T-ara has released the teaser image for Boram. The 4th member teaser released to the public was Boram. In her teaser images she sports a new hairstyle - a short bob that gives her more edge. In her images, she first appears in a TTL style and then has a contrasting image of a girl eating a poisonous apple in a fairy-tale Snow White style. Jiyeon's teaser image was dark and sorrowful, while Eunjung's was futuristic and provocative and Hyomin had a mysterious, sexy bunny charm. Now with Boram's image, it shows all four so far are different from each other and expectations are rised for the remaining two members. T-ara will premiere their music video on December 2nd at the COEX Megabox movie theater. *** Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20131128n11141 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.11.27] T-ara to hold a release event for the "What Do I Do" music video at Coex Megabox Theater Girl group T-ara will reveal their 2013 "What Do I Do" music video at the COEX Megabox Theater. On December 2nd, T-ara will have an hour-long event where they will premiere their new "What Do I Do" music video at the COEX Megabox Theater. The music video was formed in the shape of a musical and is nine minutes long. They will also release 10 minutes of production process in creating it. T-ara will invite 60 fans to be there when they release their music video. Core Contents Media said, "The music video was produced in the form of a musical and it should be watched on a large screen with a high quality sound system. We want to deliver the video in the best way possible." T-ara will reveal their first teaser today at 5:00 PM KST through their official website. The teaser was filmed in China. *** Source: http://m.media.daum.net/m/entertain/newsview/20131127115608729?newsid=20131127115608729 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

[13.11.25] "Reply 1994" star Son Hojun to star in T-ara's new music video Son Hojun will star in T-ara's new music video. According to Core Contents Media on the 25th, Son Hojun recorded his scenes for the music video on the 21st and above is a picture of him with the members during a break. Core Contents Media said, "The appearance of Son Hojun in T-ara's music video was determined a long time ago. There was a friendly atmosphere as the members filmed with him." Son Hojun has appeared in a variety of dramas including "Coffee House", "Shanghai Brothers", and currently attracting a lot of attention in the tvN drama "Reply 1994". T-ara will release "What Do I Do" on the 2nd of next month. It's their reinterpretation of the "What Do I Do" that won as the University Song of The Year in 1977. Core Contents Media also revealed that the T-ara members choreography and facial expressions will be reminiscent of a musical. The music video was also filmed in the aspect of a musical. *** Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20131125n17551 Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem