(http://picroda.jphip.com/misc/jphip09168.jpg) | Jennie Full name: Jennie Kim (제 니김) Birthdate: January 16th, 1996 (age 20) Birthplace: New Zealand Position: Rap, Vocal | (http://picroda.jphip.com/misc/jphip09167.jpg) | Lisa Full name: Lalisa/Lalice Manoban (ลลิสา มโนบาล) Birthdate: March 27th, 1997 (age 19) Birthplace: Thailand Position: Rap, Dance |
(http://picroda.jphip.com/misc/jphip09165.jpg) | Rosé Full name: Park Chae-young (박 채영) / Roseanne Park Birthdate: February 11th, 1997 (age 19) Birthplace: Melbourne, Australia Position: Vocal | (http://picroda.jphip.com/misc/jphip09166.jpg) | Jisoo Full name: Kim Ji-soo (김 지수) Birthdate: January 3rd, 1995 (age 21) Birthplace: South Korea Position: Vocal |
(http://i.imgur.com/EcsXH.jpg)QuoteOn January 15, YG Entertainment released one picture under the title “Kim Ji Soo- YG New Artists.” The agency introduced her as “mystery girl #2” during the first half of last year. She’s born in 1995 and is 18 years old. She excels at both singing and dancing. Kim Ji Soo is the first confirmed member of YG’s upcoming girl group.
The new girl group (originally consisting of 7 girls) made an unofficial debut through Lee Hi’s single “Scarecrow” where they pitched in during the chorus. In a surprising move, YG later mentioned that 1 or 2 girls from the group will be dropped and it turns out that 1 of the girls in the picture will no longer be part of the group.
Currently, the new girl group will consist of 5 members. Nothing regarding the debut date has been mentioned, which is causing much anticipation from fans and industry insiders because YG has become one of the most influential agencies within K-Pop.
Heeeey, it's Jennie. Not bad.
Won't believe it until they're actually on stage performing
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdhLxKFcOWQ
Jennie (96), Jisoo (95), Chaeyoung (97), Lisa (97)
Yeah WAS PROBABLY READY FOR A DEBUT FOUR YEARS AGO
Maybe the rumored second girl group with the other 5 trainees is going to have PUNK in their name haha
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The showcase of BLACKPINK’s debut single album “SQUARE ONE” was held at a studio in Sinsa-dong on August 8. The music videos of BLACKPINK’s debut singles—“BOOMBAYA” and “WHISTLE”—were released for the first time, and YANG HYUN SUK came to the showcase to talk about the meaning of YG’s new girl group.
He started off by saying, “I don’t have much chance to meet reporters except for when I do ‘K Pop Star’. It never really got me nervous, but I was nervous before I got up on the stage today. For BLACKPINK members, today is like a birthday. I thought they might be very nervous, so I came to sit by them and show them my support.”
He went on to say, “I think it was four years ago when I first said I would release a new girl group. The biggest complaint we receive from fans is that YG artists release so few new songs or new albums. “
“I really try to find ways to make the fans happy. I understand that fans want to see the singers that they like as much as they can, and that’s why we work hard every day. YG’s system is that singers and the staff have to be satisfied with the music that was made before releasing it to the public. Compared with 20 years ago, YG has become larger and has more producers. But we never got great results when we put a time limit on creating contents.”
YANG HYUN SUK also said, “In the end, if YG releases music that the singers and the staff are satisfied with, fans are satisfied with it too. I want our music to be perfect, even if fans resent me for so much time. In that sense, I would like to apologize for taking so much time to debut BLACKPINK. Now that they will debut today, I’ll make sure the fans will get to see them a lot.”
JISOO said, “Our debut got delayed, but we were happy to wait because we thought it would be best to debut after we’re ready.”
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The most number of questions that YANG HYUN SUK and members received were about BLACKPINK and 2NE1. YANG HYUN SUK said, “I didn’t really try to create something different. This was also the case when I made 2NE1. YG has its unique style. I think that the way to make the best girl group is to make one that is most YG-style. I didn’t really try to create another 2NE1 either. Just as the same jacket look different on another person, BLACKPINK members have different faces and voices from those of 2NE1 members. So, I thought to myself ‘Why not make the most YG-style girl group’. I tried to come up with the best.”
JISOO said, “We’ve been compared to 2NE1 a lot because we’re on the same label. But, they are seniors to us, and we want to be like them. We shouldn’t be compared, BLACKPINK just need to follow in the footsteps of 2NE1.” JENNIE commented, “We’ve been living together for several years, and we’re together 24/7. We really know each other well, and we’ve been practicing dancing and singing together for a long time. We’ve got a lot to show.”
YANG HYUN SUK had a lot of affection for BLACKPINK. He said, “I want to put them on the stage quickly. If they go on the stage, there won’t be any need for further explanations. I’m notorious for not giving praises. I never praised BLACKPINK, so I’m quite nervous about whether they will be able to do well on the stage. But, I saw them practice and I’m sure that they will do well. As time goes by, in just a month or a year or so, the public will be able to see that BLACKPINK is different from 2NE1.”
During the showcase, the music videos of “BOOMBAYA” and “WHISTLE” were released to the public for the first time. The “WHISTLE” music video was played first, and it is a song that is hypnotizing and dreamy-like. The 808 beat really stands out in the song as well as the rather unusual combination of rap and vocal. It shows the different appeals of each of the four members, and the music video is sensual yet sophisticated.
The music video of “BOOMBAYA” was played afterwards. It is a song with a unique and catchy rhythm. The drum beat is strong, and it has a bit more public appeal than “WHISTLE”. Members look charismatic and confident in the music video.
BLACKPINK became an issue not only because they’re on YG but also because of their pretty looks. The group is a rookie that has both the looks and the talent. About this, YANG HYUN SUK commented, “YG has always tried to reverse the trend. But, with BLACKPINK, I wanted to reverse YG’s trend. I wanted to go in a direction that we’ve never tried before. Looks are in fact quite important.”
He went on to say, “I’ve always thought of talent as the no.1 priority and looks are just something extra. But because we’ve done this for the past 20 years, I started to think that I wanted to make a girl group that is talented and pretty a few years ago. In the case of BLACKPINK, they are not just pretty. Of course, it’s hard to find a whole package. There are few who can sing, dance and are gorgeous at the same time. I had this in mind from the get go, and so it took time. It was different when I made 2NE1 or BIG MAMA. I just wanted to do something that I haven’t done before. But, I don’t want their music too be cute and pretty as well. I want them to be a team that does YG-style music but pretty.”
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When asked why BLACKPINK is a four-member group just like 2NE1, YANG HYUN SUK answered,”Among the candidates, these four were the most closest. I think this is the most important thing. The members have to get along. These four have been doing the monthly assessment together for a long time. Watching them, I thought they would make a good team together. There were other candidates, but I didn’t want to go out of my way to make a five-member or a six-member group.”
About the direction of BLACKPINK’s promotions, YANG HYUN SUK said, “Their album has already been completed. We’ve been preparing for their album for more than two years, and we’ve finished making eight tracks. We already have a music video all set and done for another song. But the public needs time to get to know BLACKPINK. To be honest, I haven’t decided yet on whether to release their album or just release two singles next. I just want to put them on the stage quickly.”
JISOO said, “People have been saying that we’re YG’s first new girl group in seven years, and it has been a burden on us. But we practiced really hard and will try to put on a perfect stage. We’ll practice doing lives and dancing so that we don’t ruin YG’s reputation.”
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Lastly, YANG HYUN SUK said, “Because we don’t make many girl groups, it is a great burden. 2NE1 is on a short break right now, and BLACKPINK debut timing makes them a representative of YG artists. And I think they are very aware of that. I really do hope BLACKPINK will do well. I’ll do everything in my power to help them. I feel like I’m sending off my kids to school on their first day of elementary school. I’m sure they’ll adjust quickly and do better as time goes by. I hope you have faith in them too and send them your support.”
BLACKPINK is not a group that is hard to differentiate from 2NE1 as their music and their style is what suits them the most. YANG HYUN SUK repeated several times that he want to put them on the stage quickly, and if they are all what he say they are, it will be exciting to see the youngest YG group BLACKPINK grow.
#BLACKPINK #firstperformance #iamokay #dontworry #iloveyouguys #thankyou #seeyousunday
Loving this group hard. Visually and musically...
- Lisa seems to be their main attraction. The other girls don't really stand out to me in comparison. And even tho Lisa isn't really my type, I can definitely see her appeal.
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On September 15, YG Entertainment released news regarding BLACKPINK’s comeback. Despite debuting recently in August, the group will be returning with new music in October!
A source from YG Entertainment stated, “BLACKPINK has already filmed the music video for a new, unreleased song, and will be filming another music video for a new track during the Chuseok holiday period. There are plans to release both music videos during October. For their comeback, there will be a minimum of two new tracks, or there could be more.”
http://entertain.naver.com/read?oid=082&aid=0000634395
Blackpink
Sounds Like: A perfect marriage of K-pop and A-town trap
For Fans of: CL, 2NE1, Ariana Grande and Fifth Harmony's harder moments
Why You Should Pay Attention: "K-trap" may not be an actual genre but Blackpink, YG Entertainment's new girl group, are on the verge of breaking with a unique fusion of bubblegum pop and hard-hitting hip-hop. Each member of the group underwent a rigorous training process anywhere from four to six years before the group debuted this summer. The group had been teased over the years before finally releasing the two-song Square One EP. "I couldn't believe it; it was such a long awaited debut that it was hard to tell if it was all a dream or not," says member Jisoo. "However, once we did debut I also felt a sort of emptiness in my heart thinking that I've reached my goals. But now I have even bigger dreams to fill that emptiness. We've accomplished the first step by debuting, but I'd also like to achieve other bigger goals soon."
Singing and rapping in both English and Korean, the bilingual group each grew up on as much of a fusion of genres as their music displays, with each member citing everyone from Lianne La Havas to Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande as influences. "I feel like we are well-prepared for any music style and dancing," Jennie says of their eclectic backgrounds. "We have a strong color as a group, which we will reveal through our music."
They Say: Blackpink credits their executive producer Yang with their name. "We considered so many different names just like any other group," Jisoo explains. "Most of those names were created by Yang and Blackpink was also created by him. He always wanted us to show our different colors at all times, which is why Blackpink was chosen."
"We had many names over the years until we officially became Blackpink," Jennie adds. "I feel like Yang wanted to make a name that represents our two strong features, which is being a strong performer on stage but also our natural selves off stage, just like how black and pink are two opposite, contrasting colors."
Hear for Yourself: All low-end boom and high-end tweets, the infectious "Whistle" feels like perfect pop update of the similarly chirpy Ying Yang Twins classic "Whistle While You Twurk."
Today BLACKPINK made an appearance at the YG Moonshot flagship store in Seoul in celebration of the release of their new EP, SQUARE TWO.
During the event the group answered questions, many of which regarded BLACKPINK’s upcoming appearance on the popular variety show Weekly Idol.
In response, Jisoo answered, “Since this is our first ever variety appearance, we were really nervous. However, because we were tense Jung Hyungdon and Defconn were extra bright [for us]. We were able to slowly become at ease. We were so nervous during the first half of the show. It was to the point where when Jennie was talking, you could see her lips trembling.”
Lisa also chimed in on the subject of BLACKPINK’s Weekly Idol appearance by saying, “This is our first variety appearance and we were so nervous because we haven’t really shown the talking side of ourselves yet. But we gave it our all at the recording.”
Jisoo continued saying, “We didn’t practice separately [for Weekly Idol]. We just tried to show ourselves as we really are. Since it’s our first variety appearance, we’re nervous about how we’ll come out.”
The group also touched on the subject of end-of-year awards. When asked about the highly coveted “Rookie of the Year” award, Jennie replied, “I think it would be a lie to say we aren’t hoping for it. Because it’s the first award you can win after debuting, I want to win it.”
BLACKPINK also talked about their relationship with YG founder Yang Hyun Suk, with Jisoo saying, “No matter how you look at it, he has a fatherly feeling. When we do well he screencaps the charts and sends it to us and says he’s proud. He also sends us pictures of him watching us on TV, and if we do something wrong he captures that and sends it to us. He also monitors our expressions, he’s really like a dad. He communicates really well with us.”
Jennie confirmed Jisoo’s statement, saying “When we won first place he was the first one to capture it and send us his congratulations,” with Jisoo chiming in, “Yeah he sent it immediately.”
One reporter made the point that so far Teddy has produced all of their singlges, and asked BLACKPINK if they have the desire to write and perform their own music, to which the group answered, “Our stages are still lacking. When Teddy makes a song for us, we’re all in the studio together. He always asks for our opinions and we’re all satisfied with the outcome.”
When asked what one piece of feedback is that they remember, Rosé answered, “Of all the feedback we received, the fans’ feedback left the deepest impression. The fans’ warm words comfort us.” Meanwhile, Jisoo stated that “When the four of us came out we were a little worried, but hearing that we fit well together it feels good.”
The reporters also asked BLACKPINK what their diet secret is. Jennie answered, “It’s not like we don’t eat or anything. Because we have so much dance practice, it just seems like we naturally make use of all the food we eat.” Jisoo touched on the group’s diet too, saying, “In Rosé and Lisa’s situation, they’re the style that should actually be gaining weight, so when we order food I just eat a little while they eat a ton. We just control portions. We move around so much either way.”
Rosé also made a point about the group’s diet, saying, “We all eat one full chicken. Our appetite is big, but we just kind of steadily eat throughout the day instead of eating a lot at once.”
BLACKPINK recently returned with their second EP SQUARE TWO and will be making their first music show appearance for this promotion cycle on the November 6 episode of Inkigayo.