[TRANS] JYJ in Nov/Dec issue of French magazine: Kpop Life

Meeting with JYJ

With JYJ coming to Europe, we couldn’t miss such an opportunity to miss these important icons of K-pop. It’s to Barcelona that we went to meet Yoochun, Jaejoong and Junsu. So here is a double-page specially in their honor.

Thanks: Alexandra B, Alex P, Open Music, JYJ

After the SM Entertainment concert in Paris, it’s Spain and Germany’s turn to receive korean idols with JYJ’s European tour. A Kpop Life Mag’s kick-ass team went to Barcelona to meet the group.

We arrived on Friday, 24 hours before the concert, to meet with JYJ before rabble, and there’s already fans queuing in front of the venue! Despite the rain, they gathered in front of the door, patiently waiting to see their idols. Some have spent 2 nights, litterally camping on the ground, in order to get the best spots and to try to get in contact with the group before the concert. 

After having gone through several check points, we finally could get our press passes, real key, and we can meet JYJ. The atmosphere is cozy and the boys appear, charming even though a bit tired, wearing simple and classy suits. Junsu is the most talkative one, giving us a lot of smiles and staying really attentive despite a dissuading language barrier.

A lot of korean journalists came, and most questions are related to JYJ and Spain.

The concert:

The concert is a total success regarding the energy and the voices of JYJ, and the atmosphere in the crowd (as well as among the artists!). A see of red lighsticks put the place on fire.

There’s however a fly in the ointment regarding the seating chart of the venue. “The VIPs were far and really on the side, we went in the seating area”, french fans told us.

French fans in Barcelona:

The concert was in Barcelona, but it didn’t prevent french fans to make the trip to meet their idols.

Thanks to those who accepted to be taken in pictures for their good mood and their energy.

Poster

If you wish to order this magazine, it’s available HERE

Source: Kpop Life Nov/Dec issueTranslation + scans by: JYJinEurope
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[NEWS] 111201 A New book That Teaches a ‘Lesson on JYJ’….“Prosper JYJ” Has Been Published

After the “TVXQ crisis” that has been causing a disruption similar to a nuclear blast in the Korean music industry for the past two years occurred, a book that looks into the foundations of this case has finally been written. This book, published by EnterPost and entitled Prosper JYJ (author Kim BumTae) is now for sale.

This book looks into the ‘faceless’ singers JYJ who ‘cannot perform on music shows even if their sales are number 1′ and makes sure that the issues facing them are squarely raised. The large agencies, entertainment organizations and broadcasters, including those who have been placed in the entertainment industry as merely shareholders used to make sure the corrupt system does not collapse, have created a cartel-like structure around artists like JYJ. This book includes information from various media blogs, such as EnterPost’s popular 3 month long series “JYJ walking back to the tent”. 

The title expresses not only prosperity but also a sense of fun (興, fun, pleasure, joy). It showcases the entertaining nature in which the book was written as well as a wish for prosperity and joy for those it was written for. The books starts with the background of the event that sparked the “TVXQ crisis” on July 31st 2009 when three of the five members of TVXQ; Kim Jaejoong (Hero), Park Yoochun (Micky), and Kim Junsu (Xiah); applied for an injunction to suspend their exclusive contract with their agency, SM Entertainment. After the legal dispute with SM Entertainment, and the subsequent court rulings in favor of JYJ, the Korea Federation of Popular Culture and Art (KFPCA) sent letters to various broadcast stations and entertainment programs asking for them to intentionally stop any entrance of JYJ into their programs. This was the beginning of the irrational and obvious mistreatment of JYJ in both Korea and Japan.

The book talks specifically about the case of SM hiding the truth about [JYJ']s cosmetics business investment and using it as a source to blame for the lawsuit. Additionally the book also contains information about JYJ’s many feats—the release of their worldwide album, the entry into the Billboard charts, being the first Korean artists to hold successful solo concerts in Europe, and the outstanding musical as well as individual activities of each of the three members. Another strong point addressed is JYJ’s foreign power and how they brought the case of SM’s slave contract to light, causing a ripple among both domestic and foreign media. The book draws on various articles and cultural critics that were affected by the news and also takes a look into the hype of Hallyu.

Over the past few years the author has traveled to countries such as India, Indonesia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, and even Papua New Guinea in both urban and rural areas to see the local reaction to the “hot and popular” Hallyu trend.

He found that the response to Hallyu in Korea did not make sense because [people] were not allowed a healthy development of opinions that could only be caused by being exposed to criticisms and suggestions about Hallyu. In particular he talks about “the media’s arbitrary powers to exercise complete control over the information on Hallyu. The media bias clearly reveals influence from large governmental agencies or entertainment companies to maintain a certain image of The Republic of Korea’s cultural industry. Because of this the Hallyu wave is becoming more of a “distorted wave” and the current of false information hinders the public’s ability to see”. The book also discusses the “loyal gratitude” that idols must have. The author says “The companies use loyalty and gratitude as excuses to deny their stars of their rights and work them until they bleed”. These points in the book have sparked heated reactions from readers since the book’s first publication.
Readers who have read the book said “though this information for many people is new, it should not only be kept locally but should also be spread abroad”

They say that translations and publications to reach overseas fans in China, Japan, and Thailand were necessary.

The company is looking into and planning publications in Japan because of local curiosity about the investigations behind the practices restricting JYJ. “Prosper JYJ” is also republishing in Korea because of hot reactions from readers.

With readers of this book becoming more aware of the unfair and unreasonable situation surrounded JYJ, it is hoped that the entertainment industry will improve its structure. The author has said that a portion of revenues from this book will be donated to the World Vision Global Fund which aids over 100 countries worldwide with relief and development.

(T/N: This book was at the top of Interpark’s recommendation list on the first day that it was released. It is also currently sold out in Korea, which is why they are reprinting.)

Source: ejanews.co.kr
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[INFO/TRANS] Interactive Sessions For Jaejoong’s Shanghai Fanmeeting

It had been informed by the organizer that two interactive sessions had been added to Jaejoong upcoming Shanghai fanmeeting on 10-Dec-11.

Session 1: Jaejoong will be calling out to fan and ask her/him a question. Prize will be given for the correct answer. Attending fans to prepare a piece of 1/4 A4 size paper with name and mobile number stated on it.

Session 2: Fans’ questions to Jaejoong. Attending fans to prepare a piece of 1/4 A4 size paper with your question to Jaejoong stated on it.

It’s advisable for all attending fans to prepare the above in advance. Staffs of Melody (organizer of the fanmeeting) will  be collecting both sheets of papers at the entrance of the Gymnnastic Center.

Source: JJ Baidu Bar
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[TRANS] K-Wave Magazine: Jaejoong, a Special Actor

It’s not Kim Jaejoong the singer, but Kim Jaejoong the actor who lets us discover a bit more about this “himself” who entered into a new domain.

Being the favorite idol of the public, he now plays in “Protect the Boss” as a cold urban man, Cha Moo Won, who as nicknamed “Prince”. It is his first time appearing in a drama as one of the main roles, yet is acting is very successful, as proven by the positive reviews from the viewers.

“I regret my role in Heaven’s Postman”.

It is indeed not the first time that Kim Jaejoong goes in front of the camera. In 2004, he was a figurant in Gang Jaekyu’s movie “The Taekugi”. But his career really started in 2009 in the movie “Heaven’s Postman”, produced by a korean PD but with a scenario from the Japanese writter Kitagawa Eriko. Jaejoong still feels sorry towards the lead actress Han Hyojoo and the PD Lee Hyungmin because of his lack of skills as an actor. Back then, he was actively promoting as a TVXQ member, and he regrets not having been “prepared” to be an actor. He also wasn’t eager to act. “If I could re-do this movie”, Jaejoong says, “I would do my best to maximize my potential”. 

Being able to see his attitude towards acting, you can tell that he’s serious about it.

After this, he filmed along with Japanese celebrities Ueno Juri and Eita in the drama called “Sunao ni Narenakute” (Hard to say I love you), broadcasted on Fuji TV in Japan. A lot of critics were favorable to Jaejoong, and he remembers that it is back then that he changed his attitude towards acting.

Following this, he became highly demanded in the Korean drama industry. He reviewed offers for both dramas and movies, but had to refuse more that a dozen of them due to a packed schedule that was including a worldwide tour with his group.

After this long period of time, his fans got excited about him finally accepting a drama offer. Jaejoong said that the story, the ideas and the character he plays please him.

He particularly appreciates “Protect the Boss”. He was worried that the audience would consider him as a singer only, and hence insisted on getting a correct preparation in order to fit well among the other actors. He mentionned once that he would do his best to focus on his role but also has some interest for the idea of winning an award or having high viewer ratings. He uses the word “pit-a-pat” to describe his feelings, he feels anxious about doing something new, but not pressured.

“Cha Moo Won” is an untypical character”.

The drama “Protect the Boss” has been written by Kwon Ki Young, known for “Crazy about love” and has been directed by Son Jung Hyun, who was also the PD for “Lovers in Paris”. The story is about an unexperienced secretary who meets the “infamous despicable second-generation Chaebols”. Jaejoong plays a young entrepreneur, Cha Moo Won, who is nicknamed “Prince of the financial world”. He’s supposed to be an infamous second-generation Chaebol and also has an astonishing ambition, good skills and great social abilities. This is why he is nicknamed “Prince” wherever he goes.

He is in conflict with his cousin Cha Ji Heon, played by Ji Sung, the other main character of the story. Encouraged by their parents, they fight for the managing rights of the family business.

Jaejoong – or Cha Moo Won in the story – has a soft image that fits his meticulous mind of business-man. He looses this image when he’s in front of his cousin. This is when his untypical side comes out, Moo Won becomes childish and immature when they meet each others. This unbalanced personnality makes the character and the story very interesting. Jaejoong says that his personnality is very different from Cha Moo Won’s, as Cha Moo Won is flawless.

To prevent himself from copying someone else’s acting, Jaejoong didn’t study or watch other similar korean dramas such as “Secret Garden” or “The Best Love”. In these two dramas character that are similar to Jaejoong’s appear: Kim Joo Won and Jin Dokgo. Instead he started thinking as a real secong-generation Chaebol. “How do they think?”, “How do they behave?”, “How do they dress and talk?”… These are questions that he asked himself.

In order to avoid everything that isn’t necessary to Kim Jaejoong’s image, he purposedly tried to keep his hairstyle and his fashion style simple.

Source: K-Wave Magazine
Translation + scans by: JYJinEurope
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[TRANS] K-Wave Magazine: “I am a fan” (YOGI, JYJ-fanartist)

Cho Young-Pil created a huge fanclub made of young teenagers for the first time in Korea. Seo Tae-Ji was named president of culture and H.O.T. became a foundation of Korean fanclubs thanks to its “agressivity”.

At that time, fans were listening again and again the audio tapes of their artists, until the day when they wanted more. That’s why they started to wait in front of the banks for hours to buy concert tickets. Fans have sent a lot of letters and gifts to idols, a especially thanks to the Internet, they’ve posted videos in which they thing their favorite songs on Youtube. A new branch is opening, in which fans can show in a quite original way how they support their favorite artists.

K-Wave has interviewed a fan-artist called Yogi, who became popular thanks to the fandom that she joined: JYJ’s. With her drawings, she became famous among the members of JYJ fandom. Her blogs keep the highest number of visits, even when she doesn’t post drawings. 

Recently, she officially became the supporter of the “Protect the Boss” drama in which JYJ members appear. She’s gotten her display board on the home page of the drama, on which her drawings appeared. YOGI is an independant fan-artist who works on a portraits website at the same time.

Yogi’s profile

Name: YOGI

Age: 20

Hobbies: Taking pictures, drawing JYJ.

She works for a website that produces portrait, “Hyunart”, and uses the nickname “labiebel”. Yogi’s drawings appear in the famous drama “Protect the Boss”.

Q: What made you become a JYJ fan?

A: I’ve been a TVXQ fan for 7 years. I became a fan when seeing their “Tri-angle” MV and I started to get interested in this music. I think that I like strong things. Now, I actually work as a JYJ fan. At some time I had financial problems, but when hearing an interview of JYJ, they encouraged me to strongly have faith in myself. To me, JYJ are like a swamp from which I can’t escape.

Q: Why drawing JYJ?

A: When I draw something, I’m used to drawing what I like and what I’m interested in, so it’s clearly the reason why I started to draw JYJ.

Q: Do you have funny memories while working as a fan-artist?

A: First, my drawing skills and the way I use the programms have improved. Several people were surprized to learn that I’ve studied fine arts, because to be honnest the drawings that I post on the websites are simply cute characters. In short, 90% of my works are JYJ drawings. When I draw for classes, it takes me 4-5 months from the start to the final drawing, while I can do 30 JYJ drawings per day (laugh). Lately, my friends have started to worry about me, because I’m too serious about it… But I can help loving JYJ.

Q: Do you have difficulties when working as a fan-artist?

A: It’s really hard when people use my drawings for a commercial use. If these people are in Korea, then I can ask them to stop. Well, there’s been several cases, when people in foreign countries sell T-shirts and other goodies with my drawings. I feel irritated and angry when it happens because my drawings have a pure purpose.

Q: Do you have an encouraging message for JYJ?

A: I’ll always thank them for giving me good music. I hope that JYJ understand that a lot of fans are happy thanks to them. I also wish that JYJ will always be happy and healthy. I’m not sure of what it the life of celebrities, because I don’t live that life, but I’m sure that it’s a tiring job. Hence, I don’t believe in any religion but I pray every day for JYJ. I would just like to say that, please, take care of your health because health is the most important. I’ll alway support you guys.

Yogi’s blog → http://yogiyogiyo.blog.me

Source: K-Wave Magazine + Yogi
Translation + scans by: JYJinEurope
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[TWITTER] 111201 Junsu Twitter Update

Junsu: Didn’t know…Before I knew it, it’s already December… http://twitpic.com/7mi20d

Juno to Junsu: It will be 2012 shortly~soon~!!^^ Buy me a calendar to commemorate it~~ㅋㅋㅋ

Junsu to Juno:  Alright~!!ㅋ But what should buy?

Juno to Junsu: I wanna play football too…when I don’t play for a long time, my stamina cannot keep up..(⌒-⌒; )

Junsu to Juno: But anyhow, hyung, you work out everyday~

Juno to Junsu: Anyway, be careful not to catch a cold!! I caught a cold and it’s wearisome!! Recording’s over soon so I’ll call you~

Junsu to Juno:  Ok

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Poimin73 to Junsu: Yes, it’s December. We’ll meet on Elizabeth soon!!!!!!!

Junsu to Poimin73: Yup~^^ Hwaiting!

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BeeeestDJ to Junsu: Whoa. Where is that pic (from)?

Junsu to BeeeestDJ:  It’s a picture of Hawaii!! Did you get back well from Singapore too??

BeeeestDJ to Junsu: Wow…….Got back well of course, but we’re heading to the UK on Sunday……ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ I wanna play football, hyung

Junsu to BeeeestDJ: You are quite busy..ㅋ

BeeeestDJ to Junsu:  kekeke…It’s good to be busy…Do your best hyung!!

Junsu to BeeeestDJ:  Do your best always too~^^

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Beyondmonica to Junsu: Welcome ^^ Pebbles. How was it?

Junsu to Beyondmonica: ㅋㅋ I wasn’t able to find it

Beyondmonica to Junsu: ㅋㅋㅋ The basalt rocks in Hawaii are gone. ㅋㅋ But the picture’s really awesome! ㅎ

Junsu to Beyondmonica: Beyondmonica to Junsu: There’s none as beautiful as nuna

[T/N: nuna - what you call an older female if you are male.
basalt - a type of igneous volcanic rock.
And to be honest, we do not know what the rock talk is about. Might be a code for something but also might just be a talk about rocks *shrug* ^^;;]

Beyondmonica to Junsu: ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ. This person ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ Just please curse me. ㅠㅠㅠㅠ ㅋㅋ

Junsu to Beyondmonica: hahahaha!!!!!!

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Junsu: I already woke up from my sleep..hmm..because of the time difference..?ㅠㅠ (T/N: It was about 6:40am)

Junsu: Actually it’s been almost one hour…since I woke upㅠsob

Source: @0101xiahtic + Other Twitters
Translation by: @0101jyunshyu + JYJ3
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[PIC] Junsu’s New Twitter Display – JYJ in Hawaii

Source: @0101xiahtic
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[Trans] 111130 JYJ Become “Sold-Out Boys”…. 70,000 Copies Of Remix Special Edition Sold Out

Group JYJ’s special edition album has sold out at 70,000 copies.

On 30 November, JYJ’s management company C-JeS revealed that “JYJ’s first Korean album released in September, recorded 250,000 copies in sales despite the broadcast restrictions, a proof of their burning popularity. To express their gratitude towards the fans, JYJ released a special edition album which included a MV DVD and remix versions, and this (special edition album) is currently sold out at 70,000 copies.”

This Special Edition album includes remix versions of the two songs that have been greatly loved by fans across the world during their worldwide concerts, “Get Out” and “In Heaven.” The trendy electronic mix for Get Out was co-produced by DJ Fractal, who had previously worked with Seo Taiji.

As for the ballad “In Heaven” which leaves a deep impression of people with its 3-member harmony, it uses an acoustic guitar sound as its focal point, blending the unique softness of pop ballads together with powerful rock elements.

JYJ said, “As these are songs that we wrote ourselves, the remix versions are even more special.This year, be it those who hope to have a sensitive, delicate year-end, or those who are at a party with their friends, we hope that everyone can enjoy the remixed songs comfortably, and with our new music, spend a warm winter together with your loved ones. “

C-JeS said, “The “In Heaven” Special Edition which was released last week was sold out from its release, and requests from fans who have not been able to purchase the album have been pouring in. As this is a special edition album and not an actual album, having a situation of such a high level of demand is extraordinary in the music industry. To thank the fans for their never-ending support, we will continue to use various opportunities to give back to the fans for their love.”

JYJ’s remixed tracks will be released on Melon, Dosirak, Bugs, Cyworld and other key music distribution sites on 1 December.

Source : [BaiduTVXQ + My Daily via Nate]

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[NEWS] 111130 JYJ’S Kim Junsu and more to attend ‘Asia Jewelry Awards’

JYJ’s Kim Jun Su and actor Jang Keun Suk will attend the ’2011 Asia Jewelry Awards’, which will be held on December 6.

The 3rd annual awards ceremony, which is run by Kim Jung Joo, jewelry designer and president of Mucha, will be held as a charity bazaar.

Many stars, including, Kim, Jang, T-ara, MBLAQ, Hwang Jung Eum, and No Min Woo will attend the ceremony.
The theme for the ceremony is ‘Shining Love, Sharing Love.’ Designer Kim will display several pieces designed for different TV series, including, Lie to Me, Winter Sonata, Star’s Lover, St, You’re Beautiful, Protect the Boss, My Girlfriend is a Gumiho, My Princess, and musical Tears of Heaven. 

After the jewelry show, the ceremony will be held and JYJ’s Kim and T-ara will hold a charity concert. After the concert, Jang Keun Suk (World Star Prize), Kim Jun Su (World K-pop Super Star Prize), T-ara and MBLAQ (Diamond Prize), Um Ji Won, Lee Jae Hwang, Hwang Jung Eum, and No Min Woo (Jewelry Prize) will hold a charity auction event. They will donate jewelry pieces and Mucha will also donate their pieces as well. Proceeds from the action will go to UNICEF.

A spokesperson for the brand says, “All the companies, who attend the event, will help the needy through donations and auctions. We hope to help develop Korean culture and art industry by introducing Korea’s superior jewelry and craftmanship.”

Source: TV Report, en.korea.com
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[NEWS] JYJ Raises Awareness for “World AIDS Day” Through Twitter

On December 1, the three JYJ members shared an interesting conversation on Twitter to raise awareness for the 30th “World AIDS Day.” JYJ was appointed as Regional Goodwill Ambassadors for UNAIDS last August.

Jae Joong first tweeted, “Do you guys know we are UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassadors? Junsu~!! What special day is December 1?”

Junsu responded about an hour later, “Don’t forget December 1st is ‘World AIDS Day’!!!Yuchun, Don’t you have anything to tell us?”

Moments later, Yuchun wrote, “Hey guys follow join @UNAIDS and visit wad2011.unaids.org. Love you all!!”

After this brief conversation, more than 600,000 JYJ Twitter followers retweeted and mentioned on it. The conversation was intentionally typed in English for their international fan base.

JYJ said the part they’re promoting the most as Goodwill Ambassadors is “eradicating misperceptions” about AIDS. “It’s important to spread the word about AIDS that it is just one of the many diseases and it’s a curable disease if treated properly. It’s important that we change the people’s mindset on it. We hope the 30th anniversary of the ‘World AIDS Day’ will raise awareness and change the misperception on AIDS,” JYJ said.

“JYJ has been tremendously helpful in promoting our AIDS campaign. Since their appointment as our Goodwill Ambassadors, the number of followers for our Twitter campaign, ‘Love Always,’ has nearly tripled, and more than 40,000 fans from around the world has joined our UNAIDS campaign. We are truly shocked at the results. We thank JYJ for dealing with the AIDS issue through SNS channels and creating a common interest over an issue that could be considered too serious,” the representative of UNAIDS said in a statement.

JYJ is also spending a lot of time on helping the one’s in need through charity work. They also joined Song Ji Hyo and Yuchun’s brother, Park Yoo Hwan, for a child support fund in Africa.

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