Korean, Chinese and Japanese Music

After storming to the top of the charts earlier in the year with their hit “I’m a Loner”, CNBLUE spreads the love with their highly anticipated second mini-album Bluelove. The six-track album continues the band’s alternative rock sound while also incorporating different styles like hip-hop. The title song LOVE is a cool modern rock number featuring a combination of acoustic and electric guitar sound, and a powerful rap section in the second half. Leader Yong Hwa wrote and composed two songs for the album, the laidback love song “Love Light” and funky rock number Tattoo. Drummer Min Hyuk shows his songwriting skills as well, penning the youthful rock tune Sweet Holiday. Bluelove also includes Let’s Go Crazy, whose original version was featured in their Japan Now or Never mini-album.

After making a huge splash with their debut single Hug, Dong Bang Shin Ki sealed their fame with their first full-length album Tri-Angle, one of the best-selling records of 2004. Winning over fans in droves, TVXQ proved their versatility and vocal talents with this album, which covered powerful dance numbers and gentle ballads. Their hit title song Tri-Angle is released in both a TVXQ version and a version performed with labelmates BoA and Trax. The album also includes Hug, their second single The Way U Are, the R&B ballad “Believe”, and other TVXQ classics..

After setting off a national trend with their record-breaking hit dance song Gee, Girls’ Generation is taking the K-pop world by storm again with their second mini-album of 2009! The super-cute girl group has the schedules clear for a red-hot summer comeback with their fast and light title song “Tell Me Your Wish (Genie)”, plus five other sweet pop numbers of different styles. This time the group is going with a “marine girl” concept for their album, and photos of the girls in sailor uniforms are causing a stir among fans!.

After spinning out such idol stars as BoA, Dong Bang Shin Ki, Super Junior, and Girls’ Generation, SM Entertainment presents their newest face, Shinee. This contemporary boy band is formed by five teenagers, namely, Jong Hyun, Min Ho, Onew, Key, and Tae Min, the youngest member (only fourteen years old!) who boasts incredible dancing skills already acknowledged by many professional choreographers. A combination of the word “shine” and suffix “-ee”, the group’s name carries the meaning of “one who receives light” or “one under the spotlight”. Their mission is to offer a variety of music that will encompass a wide spectrum of fans. Distinguishing themselves as a contemporary band, Shinee aims to be a trend-setter in various aspects of entertainment including music, dance, and fashion. Already being touted as the next idol sensational, Shinee is expected to cause some major ripples in the K-pop scene. This edition includes a 40-page booklet..