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OMG! This is awesome!!!!! I noticed that with this comeback they are getting A LOT of new fans and international attention. T-ARA are finally going to go global! ^_____^
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T-ara: The chameleon princesses of the South
The feminine group will be 3 years old on July 29 since their debut in 2009.
T-ara is a feminine group who arose almost 3 years ago in South Korea and was formed by the company Core Contents Media. Originally, they were a group of five members and they had been training for years. Before their debut, they converted into one of the most anticipated groups and were nicknamed the "super rookies".
Before their official debut, they released their first song "Good Person". Also, two of the members announced their departure from the group due to differences in the style of music and the delay of their debut. Soon after, they were replaced by three new members.
Finally, T-ara debuted on the show MBC Radio Star in July of 2009 and their first performance was on Mnet M! Countdown, where the performed their singles "Lies" and "Wanna Play?". In September, the group released "Time To Love", a collaboration with the boys of Supernova. On the first of December 2009, the girls released their first album, titled Absolute First Album.
In February of 2010, the group announced that they would release a re-edit of their debut album, titled Breaking Heart. On the first of December, T-ara released their mini album Temptastic in digital format. The group celebrated their comeback stage on KBS Music Bank on the third of December and began the promotions with a new seventh member.
For their return in June of 2011, the 7 girls of T-ara: Hwayoung, Soyeon, Qri, Jiyeon, Eunjung, Boram, and Hyomin came out with "Roly Poly", a song inspired the disco of the 70's which is a part of the production John Travolta Wannabe. The promotions of "Roly Poly" were a success and the girls were able to obtain first place twice on M! Countdown and once on Inkigayo.
On the 28th of December they released the Japanese version of the single "Bo Peep Bo Peep" whose disc had the same name. After their Japan promotions they returned to Korea and promoted their album Black Eyes in November, just a few days after the debut of their second Japanese single "Yayaya".
In January of 2012 they showcased their versatility when they released their mini album Funky Town in which was included songs like "Lovey Dovey", a single which had a music video version in honor of Michael Jackson, and the ballad "We Were In Love" in collaboration with the group Davichi. In February they arose again in Japan with Roly Poly and in June they presented the studio production Jewelry Box which was certified Gold after selling more than 100,000 copies.
Their latest production Day By Day debuted on the third of July and they also presented their eighth member named Ahreum. On the 7th of the same month, on the comeback of T-ara on Music Core, they premiered the choreography of their promotional single which was prepared by Jonte Moaning, choreographer of "Single Ladies" by Beyonce.
Day By Day was able to reach first spot on the real time music charts: Soribada, Bugs, Cyworld, Mnet, Daum, Olleh, Melon, and Naver, beating groups like Sistar and Super Junior, among others. On another note, on December of this year their ninth member will officially debut, Dani of 14 years of age, who made her first appearance in the MV drama of Day By Day.

Hyomin has always stood out to me even though she's not my bias. She has great stage presence. I think she can really do well. Jiyeon is a toss up because the wrong image/concept could ruin everything. I'm excited to see what they both come up with and hope they both do well.
I wonder what the other girls will be doing though. I hope Eunjung gets to go back to acting!

I am proud of them for learning and growing from this incident. They took responsibility for it and faced it head on. I don't understand a word they say in their musics (except for the occasional Engrish phrases of course lol) but I have never felt a stronger bond with a musician before. We've been through so much along with them! I will always be their fan and I hope they continue to release music for many more years!!!

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

Where's the version of them dancing in the different rooms from teaser #2?! Enough with the beauty shot desert scenes CCM!

Where's the version of them dancing in the different rooms from teaser #2?! Enough with the beauty shot desert scenes CCM!

This is incredible. Who would have thought? Even if nothing comes from this (I don't really see T-ara becoming famous outside of Asia) the publicity this is bringing them back home is really helping them. "Countryside Life" has bounced up the charts ever since this whole Chris Brown thing was announced.

300 people? Maybe they counted everyone at the terminal including the non fans? lol.

Is that just me or Eunjung really got prettier with this hair style. Opened her neck and made face more narrow. She got front spot for reason. Go girl!

I'm so happy to see the girls being accepted by the public again.

I'm so happy to see the girls being accepted by the public again.

I would love to have Soyeon in this sub group instead of Areum BUT I think this will be good way to push Areum out into the public more since she's not very well known. I'm excited!

I would love to have Soyeon in this sub group instead of Areum BUT I think this will be good way to push Areum out into the public more since she's not very well known. I'm excited!

I would love to have Soyeon in this sub group instead of Areum BUT I think this will be good way to push Areum out into the public more since she's not very well known. I'm excited!

This concept is for Japan and they are intentionally doing a tacky "idol pop" style concept to appeal to the J-pop fans. Some groups have an edgier image for Japan (SNSD), some do cuter (KARA), and T-ara are doing the tacky cheap style of J-pop that many of the big idols do like Momoiro Clover Z and that kind of artist.
Don't be upset QUEEN'S because this is just T-ara's plan for Japanese market. When they do a K-pop comeback they won't have this type of concept.


By the way, Ahreaum is beautiful and a great replacement for Hwayoung. Of course I could rather that Hwayoung never left but if anybody had to replace her I'm glad it's Ahreum. She has the same talent as Hwayoung and a lot of beauty and she just naturally fits into the group. Ideally I wish Hwayoung stayed, even though I hate when big groups have an even number of members, it would have been cute for Ahreum and Hwa to be friends and maybe do a sub-unit.

I don't agree with you. I don't see how the clothing for SL was cheap. In addition, during Bo Peep Bo Peep, it was the same kind of clothes with chat but nobody said anything.
And do not forget that this is a promotion in Japan.
Day by day ? The concept was bland and simple clothes, nothing special for me.

So much amazing T-ara news today! Such a great time to be their fan.
I am so happy for Eunjung. I hope she shines on this show.

Aww. That was so sweet of her dad. Even the other girls were excited to see him. :3

Wow that was really nice of them to give her such an important award. Dani seems really sweet. I'm excited to see what new things (if any) she will bring to T-ara.

Wow that was really nice of them to give her such an important award. Dani seems really sweet. I'm excited to see what new things (if any) she will bring to T-ara.

I can't wait to see! I know Diadem subbers will sub this for everyone so we can see what our beautiful girls have to say

omg.
i know they will get bashed for this though. gonna get in my t-ara defense mode to fight off the antis.

omg.
i know they will get bashed for this though. gonna get in my t-ara defense mode to fight off the antis.

omg.
i know they will get bashed for this though. gonna get in my t-ara defense mode to fight off the antis.

omg.
i know they will get bashed for this though. gonna get in my t-ara defense mode to fight off the antis.