Kong: Skull Island is a highlight of the movie year so far. It’s smart, nasty, no-pulled-punches fun and has put Jordan Vogt-Roberts very much on the map. So much so that he’s the latest director to be attached to that near-permanent resident of Development Hell, Metal Gear Solid: The Movie.
Vogt-Roberts took to Twitter to walk people through some of the gaming Easter Eggs in Skull Island and, well…it’s kind of amazing.
Another video game homage in KONG. Anyone who knows me is aware that JOURNEY is one of my favorite things… ever. (cc: @hunicke) pic.twitter.com/M9sUGeJCg4
See?! How great would it have been if a pair of Journey pilgrims, trilling to each other, had just trotted past the survivors at one point? Weird, too but definitely great. Vogt-Roberts is top Twitter value and there’s a bunch more design sketches and notes on his feed at the moment so do pop along and take a look.
Michael Bay, perhaps more so than any other filmmaker, constantly pushes the limits of technology. He’ll be the only director with a film shot entirely in native 3D this summer. But to hear him talk about wanting to “save 3D”, as he does before the exclusive footage for Transformers: The Last Knight kicks off at a private screening, makes you wonder if humanity’s second dabble with this cinematic technology isn’t about to come to an end. That would be ironic at a time when such a great addition has just opened, Ghost in the Shell being one of the most proficient entries in that field. But, as the IMAX representative confirms, as he talks of how the Transformers franchise helped build that chain of cinemas, if anyone can do it, Bay can.
Shame, then, that the clips we’re treated to once Bay has said his onscreen piece are 2D. As he rightly notes, they’re “just a tease” – and he couldn’t be more right! Shifting from Game of Thrones-style Arthurian battles to a modern-day update of Stranger Things’ geek posse (IMDB currently lists a couple of them as “Heavy Kid” and “Quiet Kid”), before getting Wahlberg-heavy with the action and comedy, if this is supposed to rescue a format, start carving the gravestone now.
At least he has the good sense to pack what looks to be another slight addition to the franchise with great actors. Anthony Hopkins actually manages to inject a little much-needed gravitas as he asks the co-owner of Wahlburgers if he wants to know why these robots keep coming to Earth. Unfortunately, the first properly ‘British’ Transformers movie can’t escape America’s twee vision of its sceptred isle. Hopkins is immediately introduced as a sort of bumbling Boris Johnson figure, while we’re pretty sure the man voicing his robot ninja butler’s biggest claim to fame is getting the words “bouillon spoon” to trend on Twitter.
Cogman’s Downton Abbey shtick aside, there are a couple of moments that have us hoping this can be better than we expect. One piece of footage spoofed the kind of “epic” movie music Bay is known for and a little more of that self-awareness couldn’t hurt. The action we witnessed was also pretty pedestrian so far – including a particularly uninspired chase by Tie Fighter-style drones – suggesting there are some major dustups even those of us lucky to snag this peek haven’t been privy to yet. In particular, the briefest snippet of Autobots in Nazi territory, suggesting they helped win the war (an old transforming WWI tank backs this up), could be interesting.
Based on what we’ve seen so far, Transformers: The Last Knight will need something to make it stand out – this film is also known by the title Transformers 5, after all. If you think Bay stepping back from the franchise might be the change it needs for the future, his first piece to camera confirms that’s the case: “This is my last one and I’m going out with a bang.” Odd then that in the very next piece he offers one more morsel about that possible robo-retirement: “I always say this is my last one…”
For those of you who are up-to-date and in the know about the Korean hip-hop scene an announcement that the Rock Bottom Crew are coming to London is possibly a dream – well this dream is about to come true with members Kidoh, I11evn, Supreme Boi, Don’t Call Me a Dog, Hashmate, and Type-Cperforming at The Underworld in Camden on Thursday 14 April.
Formed as a great mix of former idols, underground starlets and a few name familiar from “Show Me The Money” a lot of these guys will be familiar to fans as members of “Daenamhyup” who have solidified their position as a hip-hop crew not to be messed with.
They’re renowned for their highly skilled productions, stylish camera work, dynamic lyrics and music that hits home from the underground scene, so this gig is an opportunity not to be missed. Offering you the chance to see some of the best rappers to come out of Korea, the night is going to be one hyped, pumped and jumped-up event that everyone interested in Korean hip-hop cannot miss!
Korean hip-hop fans will be used to hearing the works of Illevn with his recent release “SIWI” really showcasing his skills in terms of lyrics and going against the grain to achieve his own style. Many people will recognise the vocals and the name of Supreme Boi for his collaborations with label mates BTS (Bangtan Boys); his release “Hawaii” from 2014 is a song not to be missed, and remains an enduring classic.
Kidoh is a name that anyone into their K-pop music will know. He was originally part of K-pop boy group “Topp Dogg” but decided to leave to pursue his own personal goals. Back in 2015 he released a solo video titled “Ain’Goin’Back” which certainly showed he was just as strong alone as he was in a group. He also seemed more confident and looked like he was enjoying himself a lot more. As part of DaeNamHyup Kidoh had proved himself a high roller; his collaboration with Supreme Boi on the song “Out Of My Mind” showed production skills along with lyrical prowess.
Promoters say tickets will go on sale on 29 February. More information is available below:
Where:The Underground, Camden Address: 174 Camden High St, London, NW1 0NE Nearest Tube Station: Camden Town Tube station is just across the road, which you can reach on the Northern Line. Tickets: Pre-sale: £15 Standard: £25 Early Entry: £35 Main show + After party: £45
Be sure to keep checking back as MCMBuzz will try and keep you all updated with any developments as they are released by Beatcraze Events. In the meantime be sure to show the guys some support and prepare yourself for their London show by checking out their performance at FEGGY MIN‘s Korean fashion debut and hip-hop show back on the 1 May 2015.
As some of my followers will know, last month I taking was a long and well deserved holiday to re-inspire and catch up with some good friends, idols and work. That’s right, I went to South Korea, a dream of mine for about 16 years. Of course I did the usual touristy things and explored Seoul city, but I was also invited to watch and partake in my first ever true Korean K-pop concert, with a little help from Kinetic Vibe and B1A4 (and experienced what could potentially be bought to Europe for B1A4’s European tour).
I was invited to join one of the members of Kinetic Vibe to the September 13th show (the last performance in Seoul) at the Yonsei Culture & Art Center Amphitheater, a venue known to many as a place where a lot of Korean dramas and movies are filmed. It was placed amongst the most picturesque scenery, but upon one of the biggest mountainous climbs I have ever had to trek. Before we arrived I was informed that B1A4 don’t accept fan gifts as a rule, nor do they accept money for charity. Instead they pick a worthy charity and ask fans to donate towards them – in this case fans were asked to bring stationary goods like pens, pencils, notebooks and art supplies. Every fan that bought something for the charity (no matter how little or big) was given a B1A4: Adventure Eco Bag and a certificate to state that they had donated to a good cause (items that were only available if you attended their concert and donated to the charity). Personally, I felt happier knowing a child from a worthy cause was getting some enjoyment from money I would have spent on the members, but not knowing if they would have gotten my gifts.
Image From: kdramaheidi.wordpress.com
Upon arriving at the arena we were greeted by staff members who checked our tickets, gave us our wristbands, and then to my surprise gave me a fan banner which had all the instructions of when to use it on the back in English, Korean, Chinese and Japanese; as well as an inflatable cushion to sit on (because we would be seated on concrete steps). The ticket price came in at just 90’000 won (roughly £45) for a mid tier seat which was dead central – perfect view of the stage and close to the walk ways. Probably not that different to a top tier ticket price in the UK, but then again, the UK are notoriously more expensive than anything going on in South Korea. The ticket organisation was also really well done. Everyone was seated and no one was running to get to their seats. If you arrived early you were placed in the queue in an ordered fashion based on your row and seat number, eliminating the need to queue up at stupid o’clock in the morning to make sure you secured yourself a prime place in the standing pit.
Once seated it was apparent that fans had travelled from all over the world to be there. The staff were really interacting with fans by joking with them in general (and in multiple languages). Compared to European concerts where people sometimes complain about the rudeness and strictness of staff, it seemed like there was a mutual respect and understanding here. The stage was set up with many large screens, big bright lights, and what looked like fire, water, confetti and firework cannons around the vicinity. About 15 minutes before the show a large number of mimes and clowns walked amongst the pathways between the crowds, making people laugh. There was even a battle between eight different sections and clowns to see which section can scream the loudest. The mood was being set for a fun filled “Adventure” concert.
When the large lights dimmed and the screens began to show the B1A4 members, the usual screams and cheering began, but I was in for a very big surprise. I will note here that the whole concert was a no go zone for anything electrical, which meant no cameras, phones, tablets or recording devices. If you were found to have taken photos or videos throughout the concert, you would be asked to leave. It was nice to see that the fans took note of this rule, and it was also really nice to experience the concert without the lights from thousands of mobile phones in front of you.
Although it was hinted that B1A4’s “Adventure” concert was going to be similar to a circus, I was not expecting it to be on such a big scale. There was a live band, a marching band, flag bearers, clowns, dancers, and of course the antics and personalities of the B1A4 members themselves, which created a whole different atmosphere to the usual “shout because your favourite member is on stage” feeling. I found myself relaxing, feeling welcomed within the Korean BANA fandom and actually taking part in all of the fan chants whilst singing and dancing when asked by the members to do so. Ranging from a collection of older most loved songs to a collection of songs from their latest “Sweet Girl” album, there was a lot to sing about. Plus the members truly knew how to utilise and dominate the stage fully. A few key moments during the concert came with a drumming segment where all of the members stood in a line, wearing vests that bared their arms, with nothing but a spotlight on each member. In front of them were some large barrel drums, and in a spine tingling and goosebump inducing performance the members played the drums like true professionals. Hopefully the same feeling and performance will make its way to the stage on their European tour.
There was a very cute segment of the concert where the boys had to go change their clothing for the next song, so in true K-pop concert style a VCR (video) was prepared to play on the big screens. Member Jinyoung (known as the prince of the group) did a voiceover to a small chibi cartoon character of himself, explaining his ideal type of girl. The other members CNU, Baro, Sandeul and Gongchan also joined in the fun and began to explain what they liked in a girl. As each member was explaining, a camera would pan the crowd and then all of a sudden the member would shout “STOP” and the camera would zoom in on a singular fan as they are asked to act cute. In doing so a member of staff would then go to the fan and hand them a special present box and a rose, given by the member who told the camera to stop. This was a new and cute and way to interact with the fans, but also a new take on fanservice that didn’t involve bringing the fan up on stage. Fanservice is pretty huge in Korea, but it is often overlooked as doable within the restrictions of health and safety, and security, for both the artists and the fans. In Korea there appears to be a bond and trust that fans won’t do anything to harm the idols. This was proved when a chair was placed directly in front of myself and Jinyoung proceeded to walk up to the chair as the lights went out. When the lights came back on fans went wild around the whole of the venue as the members had placed themselves in front of fans on the lower, middle and upper tiers, ready to serenade, hold hands, and interact with the surrounding fans. At this point I was completely blown away by the hidden beauty that Jinyoung held. From a more professional point of view, I was more in awe at just how well behaved the fans sitting directly in front of each member were. There was obviously excited shuffling in their seats, laughing, crying and a few very excited little yelps of a scream; but there was no pushing, yelling, grabbing or rudeness. In fact, fans were singing along and genuinely enjoying that small moment they had with the B1A4 members. I also noticed how each member of the group was studying every single one of their fans faces, smiling, giving nods of recognition and giving over an appreciative aura.
As the concert was coming to an end, keeping with the term ‘fanservice’, fans began to shout their chants for an encore, but they probably weren’t ready for what was to come. The members came out with many bottles of water, with staff members behind them carrying even more bottles of water. Whilst singing and jumping around on stage, the members then jumped off the stage and went through the whole of the concert arena. There was a moment where CNU, Baro and Gongchan were just an arm stretch away from where I was sitting as they asked fans to stand up to sing and dance, and began to throw water amongst the fans. By this time I didn’t care that I was getting wet, nor did any of the other fans, especially when Sandeul and Jinyoung began dancing with fans and holding their hands. The end was literally one big party. During the very last moments fans were greeted with a parade of the dancers, bands, and members who all waved and received praise and cheers from BANAs. With one final bow and wave to the fans, the boys bid farewell.
If there was something I learnt from this concert, it’s that BANAs are one of the kindest, heartwarming and genuine fan groups I have had the pleasure of meeting. In terms of concerts, I don’t think I will ever experience something on that scale within Europe (though I understand that Kinetic Vibe are thriving to bring the same essence of a true Korean K-pop concert to European fans). From extensive fanservice, special stages, and the involvement the members and staff had with fans, it was truly a delight to see. Instead of turning fan projects away, organisers worked together with different fan groups and helped to make special fan events happen. The tickets were well priced, the venue was beautiful and the design and organisation of the stage and the way it was used to its fullest was spot on.
Hopefully this has created a little bit of excitement about the B1A4: Adventure Tour in Europe, for it really does seem like Kinetic Vibe want to bring one of the best Korean inspired, immersive concerts to Helsinki, Berlin and Madrid. With a little support from European BANAs and K-pop fans alike, Kinetic Vibe can create the concert YOU want. Tickets for the B1A4: Adventure Tour in Europe are now on sale and available at the Kinetic Vibe website, and should you have any questions about the upcoming concerts then head on over to the Kinetic Vibe Facebook and Twitter pages. In the meantime be sure to keep checking back to MCM Buzz for more updates on the B1A4 European Tour as well as your update on K-pop around the world. Show your support of B1A4 by watching their latest music video for “Sweet Girl” below!
As some of my followers will know, last month I taking was a long and well deserved holiday to re-inspire and catch up with some good friends, idols and work. That’s right, I went to South Korea, a dream of mine for about 16 years. Of course I did the usual touristy things and explored Seoul city, but I was also invited to watch and partake in my first ever true Korean K-pop concert, with a little help from Kinetic Vibe and B1A4 (and experienced what could potentially be bought to Europe for B1A4’s European tour).
I was invited to join one of the members of Kinetic Vibe to the September 13th show (the last performance in Seoul) at the Yonsei Culture & Art Center Amphitheater, a venue known to many as a place where a lot of Korean dramas and movies are filmed. It was placed amongst the most picturesque scenery, but upon one of the biggest mountainous climbs I have ever had to trek. Before we arrived I was informed that B1A4 don’t accept fan gifts as a rule, nor do they accept money for charity. Instead they pick a worthy charity and ask fans to donate towards them – in this case fans were asked to bring stationary goods like pens, pencils, notebooks and art supplies. Every fan that bought something for the charity (no matter how little or big) was given a B1A4: Adventure Eco Bag and a certificate to state that they had donated to a good cause (items that were only available if you attended their concert and donated to the charity). Personally, I felt happier knowing a child from a worthy cause was getting some enjoyment from money I would have spent on the members, but not knowing if they would have gotten my gifts.
Image From: kdramaheidi.wordpress.com
Upon arriving at the arena we were greeted by staff members who checked our tickets, gave us our wristbands, and then to my surprise gave me a fan banner which had all the instructions of when to use it on the back in English, Korean, Chinese and Japanese; as well as an inflatable cushion to sit on (because we would be seated on concrete steps). The ticket price came in at just 90’000 won (roughly £45) for a mid tier seat which was dead central – perfect view of the stage and close to the walk ways. Probably not that different to a top tier ticket price in the UK, but then again, the UK are notoriously more expensive than anything going on in South Korea. The ticket organisation was also really well done. Everyone was seated and no one was running to get to their seats. If you arrived early you were placed in the queue in an ordered fashion based on your row and seat number, eliminating the need to queue up at stupid o’clock in the morning to make sure you secured yourself a prime place in the standing pit.
Once seated it was apparent that fans had travelled from all over the world to be there. The staff were really interacting with fans by joking with them in general (and in multiple languages). Compared to European concerts where people sometimes complain about the rudeness and strictness of staff, it seemed like there was a mutual respect and understanding here. The stage was set up with many large screens, big bright lights, and what looked like fire, water, confetti and firework cannons around the vicinity. About 15 minutes before the show a large number of mimes and clowns walked amongst the pathways between the crowds, making people laugh. There was even a battle between eight different sections and clowns to see which section can scream the loudest. The mood was being set for a fun filled “Adventure” concert.
When the large lights dimmed and the screens began to show the B1A4 members, the usual screams and cheering began, but I was in for a very big surprise. I will note here that the whole concert was a no go zone for anything electrical, which meant no cameras, phones, tablets or recording devices. If you were found to have taken photos or videos throughout the concert, you would be asked to leave. It was nice to see that the fans took note of this rule, and it was also really nice to experience the concert without the lights from thousands of mobile phones in front of you.
Although it was hinted that B1A4’s “Adventure” concert was going to be similar to a circus, I was not expecting it to be on such a big scale. There was a live band, a marching band, flag bearers, clowns, dancers, and of course the antics and personalities of the B1A4 members themselves, which created a whole different atmosphere to the usual “shout because your favourite member is on stage” feeling. I found myself relaxing, feeling welcomed within the Korean BANA fandom and actually taking part in all of the fan chants whilst singing and dancing when asked by the members to do so. Ranging from a collection of older most loved songs to a collection of songs from their latest “Sweet Girl” album, there was a lot to sing about. Plus the members truly knew how to utilise and dominate the stage fully. A few key moments during the concert came with a drumming segment where all of the members stood in a line, wearing vests that bared their arms, with nothing but a spotlight on each member. In front of them were some large barrel drums, and in a spine tingling and goosebump inducing performance the members played the drums like true professionals. Hopefully the same feeling and performance will make its way to the stage on their European tour.
There was a very cute segment of the concert where the boys had to go change their clothing for the next song, so in true K-pop concert style a VCR (video) was prepared to play on the big screens. Member Jinyoung (known as the prince of the group) did a voiceover to a small chibi cartoon character of himself, explaining his ideal type of girl. The other members CNU, Baro, Sandeul and Gongchan also joined in the fun and began to explain what they liked in a girl. As each member was explaining, a camera would pan the crowd and then all of a sudden the member would shout “STOP” and the camera would zoom in on a singular fan as they are asked to act cute. In doing so a member of staff would then go to the fan and hand them a special present box and a rose, given by the member who told the camera to stop. This was a new and cute and way to interact with the fans, but also a new take on fanservice that didn’t involve bringing the fan up on stage. Fanservice is pretty huge in Korea, but it is often overlooked as doable within the restrictions of health and safety, and security, for both the artists and the fans. In Korea there appears to be a bond and trust that fans won’t do anything to harm the idols. This was proved when a chair was placed directly in front of myself and Jinyoung proceeded to walk up to the chair as the lights went out. When the lights came back on fans went wild around the whole of the venue as the members had placed themselves in front of fans on the lower, middle and upper tiers, ready to serenade, hold hands, and interact with the surrounding fans. At this point I was completely blown away by the hidden beauty that Jinyoung held. From a more professional point of view, I was more in awe at just how well behaved the fans sitting directly in front of each member were. There was obviously excited shuffling in their seats, laughing, crying and a few very excited little yelps of a scream; but there was no pushing, yelling, grabbing or rudeness. In fact, fans were singing along and genuinely enjoying that small moment they had with the B1A4 members. I also noticed how each member of the group was studying every single one of their fans faces, smiling, giving nods of recognition and giving over an appreciative aura.
As the concert was coming to an end, keeping with the term ‘fanservice’, fans began to shout their chants for an encore, but they probably weren’t ready for what was to come. The members came out with many bottles of water, with staff members behind them carrying even more bottles of water. Whilst singing and jumping around on stage, the members then jumped off the stage and went through the whole of the concert arena. There was a moment where CNU, Baro and Gongchan were just an arm stretch away from where I was sitting as they asked fans to stand up to sing and dance, and began to throw water amongst the fans. By this time I didn’t care that I was getting wet, nor did any of the other fans, especially when Sandeul and Jinyoung began dancing with fans and holding their hands. The end was literally one big party. During the very last moments fans were greeted with a parade of the dancers, bands, and members who all waved and received praise and cheers from BANAs. With one final bow and wave to the fans, the boys bid farewell.
If there was something I learnt from this concert, it’s that BANAs are one of the kindest, heartwarming and genuine fan groups I have had the pleasure of meeting. In terms of concerts, I don’t think I will ever experience something on that scale within Europe (though I understand that Kinetic Vibe are thriving to bring the same essence of a true Korean K-pop concert to European fans). From extensive fanservice, special stages, and the involvement the members and staff had with fans, it was truly a delight to see. Instead of turning fan projects away, organisers worked together with different fan groups and helped to make special fan events happen. The tickets were well priced, the venue was beautiful and the design and organisation of the stage and the way it was used to its fullest was spot on.
Hopefully this has created a little bit of excitement about the B1A4: Adventure Tour in Europe, for it really does seem like Kinetic Vibe want to bring one of the best Korean inspired, immersive concerts to Helsinki, Berlin and Madrid. With a little support from European BANAs and K-pop fans alike, Kinetic Vibe can create the concert YOU want. Tickets for the B1A4: Adventure Tour in Europe are now on sale and available at the Kinetic Vibe website, and should you have any questions about the upcoming concerts then head on over to the Kinetic Vibe Facebook and Twitter pages. In the meantime be sure to keep checking back to MCM Buzz for more updates on the B1A4 European Tour as well as your update on K-pop around the world. Show your support of B1A4 by watching their latest music video for “Sweet Girl” below!
The Japanese dance scene is one that is forever faithful to traditional genres and movement, but continues to elaborate and evolve its own language of dance. Recently the idea of fashion and dance are joined together as a collaborative in showing your own personality and rebelling against the constraints of the social norm.
Japanese models/dancers Aya and Bambi Sato are possibly the biggest thing to come from Japan’s dance scene in recent years, with their claim to fame being one of their workshops self-titled the “Bump Dub”; the video showcases a style of dance all of its own but akin to that of Madonna’s “Vogue”. Their fame from that singular video on YouTube had sparked a worldwide love for AyaBambi and had allowed the duo to be recognised by entertainers such as Madonna, Snakehipsand Boa.
Dance is not the only thing that AyaBambi stand for. They are also recognised for their unique and beautifully composed fashion sense which revolves around the punk rock, goth and red carpet looks. Mixing leather and PVC they create a style not truly seen before: the girls managed to capture the hearts of designers such as Chalayan, NumeroTOKYO x Wacoal x Fashion Tsushin, and Lumineand performed some of their most memorable dance pieces for each brand.
But what does AyaBambi have to do with the Korean boy group TOPP DOGG? Well as fans of TOPP DOGG will know that member Hansol is a very unique and talented performer, known for his dynamic tastes in fashion, music and art. He has revealed a few times through his personal Instagramand through the Official Topp Dogg Twitterthat he is a fan of AyaBambi and would like to work with them one day. This has also been something a lot of fans of both parties have wanted to see for a long time as well. But it seems as though Hansol wanted to show his dedication as a fan through his own video.
Showing his skills and dedication to the style we have associated with AyaBambi, Hansol went full out and created his own homage to the pair. He managed to re-create a manly yet perfect representation of the fashion sense accustomed with the Japanese duo, with a full PVC leather suit and baggy knee-length shorts. Showing the artistic side to his personality Hansol created a background story and then performed his own choreography with an onslaught of feelings and precision.
With TOPP DOGG coming to Europe on their tour, there is one question that had arisen since the release of this video: will Hansol be performing this on stage? There is only one way to find out! Check out the breathtaking video below.
The Japanese dance scene is one that is forever faithful to traditional genres and movement, but continues to elaborate and evolve its own language of dance. Recently the idea of fashion and dance are joined together as a collaborative in showing your own personality and rebelling against the constraints of the social norm.
Japanese models/dancers Aya and Bambi Sato are possibly the biggest thing to come from Japan’s dance scene in recent years, with their claim to fame being one of their workshops self-titled the “Bump Dub”; the video showcases a style of dance all of its own but akin to that of Madonna’s “Vogue”. Their fame from that singular video on YouTube had sparked a worldwide love for AyaBambi and had allowed the duo to be recognised by entertainers such as Madonna, Snakehipsand Boa.
Dance is not the only thing that AyaBambi stand for. They are also recognised for their unique and beautifully composed fashion sense which revolves around the punk rock, goth and red carpet looks. Mixing leather and PVC they create a style not truly seen before: the girls managed to capture the hearts of designers such as Chalayan, NumeroTOKYO x Wacoal x Fashion Tsushin, and Lumineand performed some of their most memorable dance pieces for each brand.
But what does AyaBambi have to do with the Korean boy group TOPP DOGG? Well as fans of TOPP DOGG will know that member Hansol is a very unique and talented performer, known for his dynamic tastes in fashion, music and art. He has revealed a few times through his personal Instagramand through the Official Topp Dogg Twitterthat he is a fan of AyaBambi and would like to work with them one day. This has also been something a lot of fans of both parties have wanted to see for a long time as well. But it seems as though Hansol wanted to show his dedication as a fan through his own video.
Showing his skills and dedication to the style we have associated with AyaBambi, Hansol went full out and created his own homage to the pair. He managed to re-create a manly yet perfect representation of the fashion sense accustomed with the Japanese duo, with a full PVC leather suit and baggy knee-length shorts. Showing the artistic side to his personality Hansol created a background story and then performed his own choreography with an onslaught of feelings and precision.
With TOPP DOGG coming to Europe on their tour, there is one question that had arisen since the release of this video: will Hansol be performing this on stage? There is only one way to find out! Check out the breathtaking video below.
Most of our dedicated K-pop readers will have seen the news that the K-pop boy group Boys Republic are coming to London Islington Academy on July 4th as part of their “Royal Tour“. Tickets are already on saleso be sure to grab yours as soon as possible.
Members Wonjun, Sunwoo, Minsu, Sungjun, and Suwoong have already sent their greetingsto their European fans and are really excited to see everyone. So whilst they were still hyped up about their upcoming tour, we managed to grab a small interview with all of the members to see what makes Boys Republic a Korean boy group to watch.
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You debuted in 2013 with “Party Rock” which bought a new flare to the K-pop world. Did you ever think you would get as far as you have today when you first started out?
We really appreciate all the fans who have supported us over time. It is all about them as to why we are here now.
What are Boys Republic’s favourite video games? Are there any games that inspired your music video?
We love to play GTA (Grand Theft Auto) and FIFA.
Your music is being listened to worldwide, what do you feel sets you apart from other artists?
We are not afraid of trying different types of music.
The dance choreography to your music can be very hard. Who out of the group is the best dancer?
Sungjun and Minsu easily master the choreography, especially Minsu as he learns choreography very fast. For new songs we practice more than two months before we start TV promotions.
Who is it that inspires you all? Is there anyone (from around the world) that inspires you to do what you do?
Always The Beatles, Shinhwa, and G.O.D.
I recently watched one of your videos where the members dressed up in funny costumes. Just watching I felt embarrassed for you all, but what was your most embarrassing moment performing?
During one of our performances there was confetti and one piece went into one member’s mouth during the performance. It didn’t get caught on camera and fans in front saw it and laughed at them.
Fanservice is a big deal, especially for international fans. You had done a Lazer Tag fan meeting once. What other activities would you like to do with your fans in the future?
We’d like to do a charity event with Royal family.
Your last group release was “The Real One” in November 2014 with a modern Vs classic concept. Do you have any plans to release a new album or song for 2015?
Of course! We can’t tell you the details, but it will be awesome!
(E/N: Boys Republic have just released their new single and music video “Hello” which you can see below!)
“Rookie King: Boys Republic” was a much loved TV show for fans worldwide, allowing a bridge between the idols and their fans. How would you like to interact with your fans in the future?
We want to hold a small concert with fans.
You are travelling around Europe on your tour soon, but have any of you previously visited any of the countries you are going to?
It is our first time to go to Europe and we would love to go to all countries, but Paris, France should be a must!
And lastly, do you have anything to say to your UK fans, and readers of MCM Buzz?
We hope you will keep supporting us please!
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A big thank you to B7klan and Boys Republic for their cooperation and time, and be sure to keep checking back to MCM Buzz for news and updates about Boys Republic’s European tour. Below is their latest release “Hello“. You can also view our own Boys Republic picture folder on the MCM Buzz Facebook page.
The K-pop world is a cut-throat business, but it’s an industry that is becoming popular world-wide. Forming a new group comes at a cost, with training routines often lasting years before a band is even able to debut, but one group which is hoping to secure their place throughout Europe is the K-pop rookie boy group Boys Republic.
Our good friends over at B7Klanand Torpedo Productionsare hosting Boys Republic’s first ever European tour. Titled ‘The Royal Tour‘, it will be stopping at eight destinations across the whole of Europe and is promoted as being a ‘Must Go To Concert’!
Boys Republic will not be alone on this tour, as K-pop crossover pop pianist and MCM Buzz favourite Choi Soo Min will be joining the boy band to wow the crowd with even more of his talent and exceptional piano skills. Previously, we featured a brief interview with Choi Soo Min, in which he said that he would love to come back to Europe soon, and now, it looks like his wish has come true!
At the moment, only dates and a small amount of information have been provided, which you can see below:
Tickets on sale: 13th May 2015
(No website or time provided)
Paris, France Friday 3rd July @ Le Divan Du Monde London, UK Saturday 4th July @ Academy Amsterdam, Netherlands Sunday 5th July @ Melkweg Koln, Germany Tuesday 7th July @ Werkstatt Berlin, Germany Wednesday 8th July @ Bi Nuu Krakow, Poland Thursday 9th July @ Fabryka Budapest, Hungary Saturday 11th July @ Durer Kert Wien, Austria Sunday 12th July @ Szene Wien
Be sure to check back to MCM Buzz for updates about the event, as we’ll be posting news as soon as we get it. In the meantime, you can check out the Boys Republic official Facebook, Twitterand Youtubeaccounts, as well as Choi Soo Min’s Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube pages to show a little support for the artists whilst brushing up on some of the best releases from both entertainers. Below are the latest tracks from both Boys Republic and Choi Soo Min. Be prepared to get excited!
The K-pop world is a cut-throat business, but it’s an industry that is becoming popular world-wide. Forming a new group comes at a cost, with training routines often lasting years before a band is even able to debut, but one group which is hoping to secure their place throughout Europe is the K-pop rookie boy group Boys Republic.
Our good friends over at B7Klanand Torpedo Productionsare hosting Boys Republic’s first ever European tour. Titled ‘The Royal Tour‘, it will be stopping at eight destinations across the whole of Europe and is promoted as being a ‘Must Go To Concert’!
Boys Republic will not be alone on this tour, as K-pop crossover pop pianist and MCM Buzz favourite Choi Soo Min will be joining the boy band to wow the crowd with even more of his talent and exceptional piano skills. Previously, we featured a brief interview with Choi Soo Min, in which he said that he would love to come back to Europe soon, and now, it looks like his wish has come true!
At the moment, only dates and a small amount of information have been provided, which you can see below:
Tickets on sale: 13th May 2015
(No website or time provided)
Paris, France Friday 3rd July @ Le Divan Du Monde London, UK Saturday 4th July @ Academy Amsterdam, Netherlands Sunday 5th July @ Melkweg Koln, Germany Tuesday 7th July @ Werkstatt Berlin, Germany Wednesday 8th July @ Bi Nuu Krakow, Poland Thursday 9th July @ Fabryka Budapest, Hungary Saturday 11th July @ Durer Kert Wien, Austria Sunday 12th July @ Szene Wien
Be sure to check back to MCM Buzz for updates about the event, as we’ll be posting news as soon as we get it. In the meantime, you can check out the Boys Republic official Facebook, Twitterand Youtubeaccounts, as well as Choi Soo Min’s Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube pages to show a little support for the artists whilst brushing up on some of the best releases from both entertainers. Below are the latest tracks from both Boys Republic and Choi Soo Min. Be prepared to get excited!
