Monday, February 28, 2011

[PHOTO] 110228 U-Kiss Kevin High School Photo Revealed

U-Kiss Kevin's pre-debut photo back when he was in high school had surfaced the internet.
A blogger named Erin uploaded a photo of Kevin with his classmate with caption, "Freshmen Kevin Woo and Ian Lee hurry across the campus to get to their upcoming class."

According to Erin, she was browsing her cousin's yearbook and found this photo of Kevin.


Credits:
hikkiFM @ Gokpop + sakuraichan3 + gokpop + Kissme4Ukiss

Sunday, February 27, 2011

[VIDEO] 110225 Real School Ep 35





Credits: torrent + sarahaciolee @YT + Kissme4UKiss

[PHOTOS] 110224 Eli, Kevin in Hongkong - Star date (part-3)

[NEWS] 110226 NH Media Apologises to Fans

Recently, NH Media posted an announcement on U-kiss' official website regarding Kibum and Alexander.

Posted on the 23rd, NH Media says their apologies to the fans of U-kiss with regards to Kibum and Alexander's issues.

Hello, this is NH Media,

U-kiss would like to thank everyone from your supports and would like to apologize for the series of articles that were revealed. Also, we would like to give our official notice about the issues.

First, we would like to say sorry. With regards to this issue, Kibum and Alexander withdrawing from the group is indeed true and it is true that U-kiss will have a new member and are currently in practice/rehearsing.

We terminated Kibum's contract because of his position in the group. Alexander did left the group and his domestic individual activities is currently on talk/ planning about it.

U-kiss will have a new member that would give different image of the group to fans. We strive to develop the group's image/ or the group's situation.

Once again, U-kiss would like to thank everyone for showing their concern regarding this matter.

If it has cause you inconvenience, we sincerely apologize.


Credits: u-kiss.co.kr + Rocketboxx.net + Kissme4UKiss

[SCAN] 110225 U-Kiss in Epop Magazine. Issue 299






Credits: www.my-ukiss.com + ROCKETBOXX.NET + Kissme4UKiss

[NEWS] 100226 Kibum Provides Further Detail on Withdrawal on KBS’s “Entertainers”

Following the news of U-KISS’s Kim Kibum and Alexander leaving the group due to the agency desiring member replacements, Kim Kibum recently made an appearance on KBS’s “Entertainers” to explain the current situation in a bit more depth.

You can read the transcription of his interview down below.



Hello, this is Kim Kibum.

First of all, I’m very sorry for having to meet everyone for this news.

And I’m immensely sorry for having to reveal my no make-up face… I’ve been having a hard time you see… (Laughs)

Q: What is the current situation?

A: My contract with my former agency has been cancelled. Around February, the agency told me that they would like to do some member replacements, and when I asked if it was me who was to get replaced, they replied yes.

First of all, they said my vocal role in the group was weak. I respected my agency’s opinion and agreed to cancel my contract.

Q: What is the reason behind “Kim Kibum withdrawing” being such a hot topic of discussion?

A: (Laughs) Well, I think there were a lot of areas I lacked in. I think my capability as a singer was lacking.

Q: There is talk that you withdrew to focus on your business?

I don’t know how that rumor came about. Because my activities ended after my contract was cancelled, for about a month I didn’t participate in activities during U-KISS’s promotions.

To be honest, I didn’t say anything in that time because I didn’t want it to affect the other members. I think that caused the misunderstanding. Our fans were misunderstanding the situation, and were saying things like, “Has he stopped U-KISS promotions because of his business?” and “If you’re going to put your focus on your business, then just become an entrepreneur. So I think that misunderstanding came about during that one month.

Q: What is the response from fans?

A: There are a lot of fans who’ve told me to come back, and there are a lot who say it’s not U-KISS without seven members. I’m apologetic towards the fans because of how this situation came out to be. They believed in me, so I’m hurt that Alexander and I had to withdraw from U-KISS. I’m a bit disappointed that I didn’t get to stay on my will.

If U-KISS becomes more successful with member replacements, then I guess I’m fine with that.

Q: What was your brother’s reaction to the situation?

My brother seemed really hurt that we couldn’t go right till the end together, and that I ended up getting off the bus halfway through. He said to me, “I wanted you to do well, I don’t know how the situation came to be like this.”


I was okay with it, but my brother got angry (Laughs). But he said that things like this can happen, and told me to always have strength.


I’m planning to push forward with my personal activities, and I’ll working hard to achieve success with my character business.


I’m very sorry that I had to show myself in a situation like this, but I will do my best to show a better image of myself.

Credits: allkpop + Kissme4Ukiss

Saturday, February 26, 2011

[VIDEO] 110225 Dongho - My Black Mini Dress (Trailer)



Credits: Risk4SNSD@YT + Kissme4UKiss

[VIDEO] 110216 Kibum, Soohyun - Made in BS Japan (Unaired Scene)



Credits: mapu271@YT + Kissme4UKiss

[NEWS] 110224 U-Kiss’ fans and family talk about Alexander and Kibum’s controversy

Due to the recent controversy regarding U-Kiss, their fans and family members have also reacted. 

NH Media announced that Alexander and Kibum were leaving the group and that they were recruiting new members. They said that both of them were quiting because of personal reasons but later this was refuted.

Kibum confessed that he was actually forced to sign a document in order to leave the group. Like we reported we posted a comment on his twitter account saying that he prioritized U-Kiss over the company he created with his brother.

Alexander’s father has also decided to speak about this matter and sent a message to Kibum. He left him the following tweets.

“KBummie, I’ll be always on ur side & by ur side & more importantly God is w/ us,” Mr. Eusebio said.

“Son, I know u’re hurting, we knew it’s not ur fault! Soon they’ll know the truth, & the truth will set u free!”

Kibum as well thank him saying, “Thank u father, everything’s tearing me apart. I’m still hurting.”

While Kibum will leaving the company, Alexander will remain on it but without being part of U-Kiss.

In the meantime KISSMEs around the world are signing an online petition in order to bring both members back to the band. So far they have already gotten 3,100 signs.

The fans are also criticizing the company, and have commented that Alexander and Kibum are important in U-Kiss.

We still need to wait to know how this story is going to end. However, it has been said that U-Kiss will make their comeback as a 5 member group since they have already finished the recording for the album.

Credits: mb.com.ph + gokpop + kissmeukiss + Kissme4UKiss

Friday, February 25, 2011

[NEWS] 100223 U-KISS Kim Kibum “The agency requests for withdrawal”

U-KISS Kim Kibum “The agency requests for withdrawal”

Kim Kibum recently talked about his withdrawal from U-KISS.

On the 23rd, Kim Kibum said during a phone interview with Sportchosun “I did’t quit the team, I was asked to leave. 2 or 3 weeks ago, the company said to us that ‘Changes is needed in U-KISS. Two members will be replaced’. So I asked ‘Am I the target of the replacement’ and they replied ‘yes’. Since then, they keep asking me about contract termination everyday. It seems better for them if I terminate the contract as soon as possible. They asked me to sign the agreement of contract termination and with the terms claiming that ‘I agree to terminate the contract with the agency’. I was asked to promise not to say anything until the next album come out, I am embarrassed of this. The talks about me leaving the team because of my business is ridiculous. Alecander hyung’s contract has not been terminated yet. I heard that he will be used only for international activities. It’s ridiculous.”

Kim Kibum explained the situation through his Twitter and Cyworld “Hello this is U-KISS Kibum, or more specifically, an ex-member of U-KISS, Kim Kibum. After two months of delay, I’ve finally plucked up the courage to write this post. First off, the agency and I have made an agreement to terminate about my exclusive contract on February 2011. As the agency desired a member replacement, we wrote out a consent document for a contract dissolution, and from that day on, I became a former member of U-KISS. Contrary to what most of you might be thinking, this is unrelated to my Piro Piro business … nor is it about losing interest in U-KISS. I always thought importantly of U-KISS more than anyone, and I’m proud to say that not once did my Piro Piro character business impede my schedules with U-KISS.. I always thought of the members as more than family.”

“I’m extremely upset that I have to part with them like this, but it was because of my lacking areas which warranted my former agency to desire a member replacement. I may be leaving on a one-sided decision, however, I was able to learn a lot and meet many people, as well as the U-KISS members. My feelings are very mixed up on the thought that the few lines in this message could hurt a lot of people I love. I will continue my personal activities on broadcast. Thank you to all the people who supported me wherever I was, and I will meet you once again as an artist and entrepreneur.”

On the 23rd, U-KISS’s agency NH Media said “KimKibum and Alexander had leave the team. Kibum left because he wanted to focus on his character business that he created with his brother, SS501’s Kim Hyungjun. Alexander decided to withdraw because of school and other personal reasons. After a long time worrying about this matter, They have been contempating about this matter for a long time, and after discussion, we agreed with the contract termination.”

Credits: Sports Chosun (source) + canityoADORES (link) + Allkpop (Kibum's twitter translation) + jaymie501@ROCKETBOXX.NET (English translation) + Kissme4UKiss

[PHOTOS] 110224 Eli, Kevin in Hongkong - Star date (part-2)

[VIDEO] 110224 7 Days of Miracle - Kibum (cut)



Credits: protonated @YT + Kissme4UKiss

[VIDEO] 110221 Kiss The Radio - Kevin, Eli, Kiseop



Credits: protonated @YT + Kissme4UKiss

[VIDEO] 110130 Kevin at Musical On Air Live



Credits: JYUMI0902 + Kissme4UKiss

[VIDEO] 110224 Real School Ep 34





Credits: sarahaciolee + torrent + Kissme4UKiss

Thursday, February 24, 2011

[PHOTOS] 110224 Sponsor Update - Kiseop, Kevin, Dongho







Credits: lcs_star + ROCKETBOXX.NET + Kissme4Ukiss

[VIDEO] 110224 Kevin, Eli in HongKong - Star Date (fancam)







Credits: ee897@YT + Kissme4UKiss

[PHOTOS] 110224 Eli and Kevin in Hong Kong (fan-taken)

[VIDEOS] 110206-07 Kevin at Musical On Air Live





Credits: JYUMI0902 + Kissme4Ukiss

[PHOTOS] 110224 Alexander and Kibum news photo






Credits: news.nate + Kissme4UKiss

[PHOTOS] 110221 Soohyun at Mnet Director's Cut Season 2






Credits: jiaren83 + ukisspoland + Kissme4UKiss

[PHOTOS] 110224 Eli and Kevin in Hong Kong

[VIDEO] 110223 Real School Ep 33





Credits: sarahaciolee + torrent + Kissme4UKiss

[VIDEO] 110222 Real School Ep 32





Credits: sarahaciolee + torrent + Kissme4Ukiss

[NEWS] 110224 Hyungjoon Encourages Kibum Via Twitter

After all the speculations and confirmations regarding Alexander and Kibum's withdrawal from UKISS, Kim Kibum's older brother Kim Hyungjoon has left an encouraging message to his sibling on microblogging site Twitter.

Kim Hyungjoon's message follows Kim Kibum's long apology, explaining his side of NH Media's decision to terminate his contract. On the 24th of February, Hyungjoon sent message to Kibum saying, "My lovely younger brother, I know it's hard right now but your life will be full of good people and good things so you don't need to worry. There are things like this and like that while living, so let's just smile ^^." Furthermore, he ended his encouraging message with a final statement saying, "We'll tell everyone the truth, so hwaiting my little brother."

Meanwhile, fans of the "Kim Brothers" expressed their support by leaving replies such as, "Yes, be there for Kibum. Help him stand up again." and "Thanks for the good advice to him! UKISS501 hwaiting!" Despite the clarification from Kim Kibum's point of view, KissMes are currently waiting for Alexander's side of the issue.

Credits: @Hyungjun87 + @90kkb + @koreaboo + Kissme4UKiss

[NEWS] Kibum Shares His Feelings, Claims to Be Kicked Out of Group

Former U-Kiss member Kim Kibum recently confessed his feelings about leaving the team.

“I didn’t quit, they canceled my contract,” said Kim Kibum in a phone conversation with Newsen on the 23rd. Kibum added, “the agency first told us they are going to replace two members. They demanded me to sign an agreement on canceling my contract, so I did.”

Kibum was puzzled about the news that said he had quit the group. “I feel sorry to our fans,” said Kibum.

Kibum posted a long tweet to his fans:
That tweet began with, “안녕하세요 유키스 기범, 아니 정확히는 유키스로 활동했던 김기범입니다/ Hello, I am U-Kiss Kibum, no, I was U-Kiss Kim Kibum.”

Kibum says he didn’t voluntarily quit U-Kiss to focus on his Piro Piro character business but was required to sign the contract cancellation agreement and leave the group. Kibum says his business never distracted him from his U-Kiss activites and prioritized U-Kiss over anything else.

“가족같이 아니 그 이상으로 멤버들을 생각해왔습니다 이렇게 헤어지게 된것이 정말 섭섭한 마음이지만 제가 모자란 부분이 많아 유키스에 교체가 필요할 것이라는 전 소속사의 의견또한 존중하는 바입니다 / I thought of the members like my family…no, more than that. I’m so sad to say good-bye to them like this but I do respect the agency’s decision to replace me with someone better.”

Kibum thanked his fans and promised that he’ll continue to appear on air by himself as both a talent and business man.

This was also the case for member Alexander. “I did leave U-Kiss,” said Alexander on the phone with Newsen. “But it wasn’t because of school like they stated.”

U-Kiss’s agency NH Media said they will “comment soon” about the matter. They plan to replace Kim Kibum and Alexander with new members, strengthen vocals and bring a change to U-Kiss.

Credits: Newsen + @90KKB + allkpop.com + Kissme4UKiss

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

[PHOTOS] 110223 Eli and Kevin in Hong Kong Airport

[NEWS] 110222 Hye Ji releases “Your Love” feat. Alexander of U-Kiss

Singer Hye Ji released a new single titled “Your Love“, which features Alexander of U-Kiss.  In this soft R&B number, Hye Ji’s mellow vocals create a dreamy, cotton candy-like ambience, while Alexander’s raps act as the string to ground the song.



Credits: @allkpop + Kissme4UKiss

[PHOTOS] 10220 U-KISS at MTV-Daum Music Fest (part-6)

[NEWS] 110223 NH Media Makes Statement Regarding Withdrawal U-KISS Alexander & Ki Bum

U-KISS’s agency, NH Media, recently came out with an official statement regarding the withdrawal of two members, Alexander and Kim Kibum.

NH Media issued a press release on February 23rd which read, “We felt infinite happiness during the time we spent together with U-KISS, however, after a long time of worrying, we made this difficult decision because we genuinely felt that the team needed member replacements.”

“With Kim Kibum’s case, we made a mutual agreement to terminate his exclusive contract recently.
With Alexander’s case, he may be leaving U-KISS, but after a very long discussion, we decided that he will be remaining with the agency to fulfill his personal, overseas activities.”

“We think very importantly of the time we spent together with the two members, and we’re thankful for the time we sweated together. Even though we have ended his exclusive contract, we hope that we can maintain a good relationship with Kibum, who is still a family member in our hearts. Also, as his former agency, we hope to help him in a variety of ways in the future.”

“Through these happenings, U-KISS will reborn as a more mature and developed team. There will be two new members of U-KISS who will reinforce the group’s comeback next month, and they are currently working hard with the other members. We will be revealing the new members to the fans soon.”

NH Media concluded, “We thank you again for showing interest in U-KISS, and we apologize for causing concerns.”

Credits: Newsen via Nate + Allkpop + Kissme4Ukiss

[PHOTO] 110223 Sponsor Update - Dongho






Credits : sof_family + ROCKETBOXX.NET + Kissme4Ukiss

[NEWS] 110223 Kibum's Cyworld Update

Translation:
"On my way to the company this morning, I received a call from my friend. I was surprised and looked through the internet for 5 hours.

A lot of articles were written and many people were comforting me. Through the comments of the fans and others, I saw a lot of pictures and videos which were filled with memories.

Something that cannot be helped, cannot be helped. Looking at back at everything, I cannot help but to be upset..

I will work hard to show you a good image, be it in my broadcasting activies or Piro-Piro. I worked really hard because I wanted to do well ^_^.. Kiss Me I love you.. And to the U-Kiss members, I still love you as before, really..

Thank you for reading my whining." 


CREDITS: Kibum's cyworld + chrestos@ROCKETBOXX.NET & UKISSMESG (translation) + ROCKETBOXX.NET + Kissme4Ukiss

[NEWS] 110223 U-KISS Agency is Open to Adding New Members to the Group

Following the recent news about Alexander and Kim Ki Bum withdrawing from U-KISS due to personal reasons, the group’s agency has voiced that they are open to adding new members to the now five-member group.

On February 23rd, a representative of NH Media stated, “If there is a good trainee to pick, there are chances that we could add them into the group. ”

They continued, “However, for their comeback this March, the group will be promoting as five members, as the five have already recorded their album. Their spring comeback will have Soohyun as the lead, alongside members Kevin, Eli, Dongho and Kiseop.”

Credits: Source: Seoul NTN via Daum + Allkpop + Kissme4Ukiss

[NEWS] 110223 Ki Bum Tweets +Trans






                                                          TRANSLATIONS:

Credits: @90KKB + @ukisspiggie's Twitter (Trans) +  Kissme4Ukiss

[NEWS] Alexander & Kibum to leave U-KISS

Quote
Industry representatives revealed on February 23rd that U-KISS‘ Alexander and Kim Kibum disclosed that they would be leaving the group. As such, the two will not participate in U-KISS’ comeback album.

Alexander was reported to have discussed the issue at length with his agency, and eventually decided to leave for personal reasons; it’s also said that Alexander wanted to pursue his studies.

Kim Kibum will be leaving in order to focus on his character company with his older brother, SS501’s Kim Hyung Joon. Some fans felt that their premonition had come true when they read Kim Kibum’s earlier tweet, which said, “This March, I have news you might not like. But when the time comes, I will tell it like it is.”
 
Credits : Daum + allkpop + Kissme4Ukiss

[PHOTOS] 110223 Kiseop, Eli and Kevin at Kiss The Radio "OFFICIAL"

[PHOTOS] 110222 U-Kiss in Taiwan Magazine "Trendy".

[PHOTO] 110222 U-Kiss in Taiwan Magazine "PLAY". Feburary Issue

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

[PHOTO] 110222 Kevin in Inkigayo Magazine February Issue (part-2)






Credits: eunssoni + Kissme4Ukiss

[VIDEO] 110221 Kevin at Kiss The Radio



Credits: woorikevin@YT + Kissme4UKiss

[TWITTER] 110222 Alexander's father update

Good night everyONE! God bless you all!

Credits: @AnthonyEusebio + Kissme4UKiss

[PHOTO] 110222 Dongho with Lee Soo Yeon






Credits: pingponggirl@cyworld + ROCKETBOXX.NET + Kissme4UKiss

[PHOTOS] 110217 Dongho at Norino Fansign

[VIDEO] 110206 Kevin at Musical On Air Live (fancam)





Credits: JYUMI0902@YT + Kissme4UKiss

[VIDEO] 110221 Real School Ep 31





Credits: sarahaciolee@YT + torrent + Kissme4UKiss

[NEWS] 110222 U-Kiss' Kevin reveals his group's approaching comeback

On February 21, U-Kiss's Kevin Woo revealed some exciting information about his group. U-Kiss's most recent activities have included the release of "Always" and "Kiss Me" for the "Real School" OST. They have already announced that they are to debut in the United States, with an album release sometime in February.

Before he went to sleep, Kevin updated his Twitter with "We will be making our comeback soon~ so please look forward! ^^* Fighting! Good Night my loves ♥" in English, ending his tweet with a "Good night ★♬☆♪" to Japanese fans.

Upcoming activities for U-Kiss include their showcase in Indonesia.

Stay tuned for the group's comeback date and intended album concepts. Are you excited for U-Kiss's comeback?

Credits: koreaboo + Kevinwoo91 + Kissme4Ukiss

[NEWS] 110222 U-Kiss Kevin Talks Comeback


U-Kiss member Kevin recently updated fans on U-Kiss status as they prepare for their upcoming U.S debut through his twitter.

From their U.S debut to members Dongho, Eli, and Kiseop currently filming for the show "Real School", U-Kiss has certainly been busy, with member Kevin having performed his final show for the musical "On Air Live" last week.

On February 21st Kevin updated his twitter with news of their comeback saying "We will be making our comeback soon~ so please look foward! ^^* Fighting! Good Night my loves ♥" ending his tweet with a "Good night ★♬☆♪" to Japanese fans.

U-Kiss will be holding a showcase later on March 5th in Indonesia, and are expected to make their U.S debut in the upcoming months.

Credits: gokpop + Kevinwoo91 + Kissme4Ukiss

[PHOTOS] 110221 U-KISS at Kiss The Radio

[PHOTOS] 110221 Sponsor Update - Kiseop






Credits : m_holiday + Kissme4Ukiss

[TWITTER] 110222 Dongho Update

지금은 세시반ㅎ 아직녹음중ㅎ 후우우우우하~~~!! 아싸내일짱피곤하다!!!ㅎ 우꺌깰깰깰깰깰깰깰ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ