[Article] Fans Gift SS501 with Forest in Seoul to Celebrate 9th Anniversary

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A forest has been built in Seoul under SS501’s name.

Tree Planet revealed on July 22, “ ‘SS501 forest’ has been built in Mapo district.”

‘SS501 forest’ is a forest that celebrates SS501’s 9th anniversary since the debut and it has been built through the Star Forest Project, which is a part of the green forest project carried out by the city of Seoul and social venture group, Tree Planet.

The SS501 forest was created by the group’s fans from in and out of Korea. The forest also carries the fans’ hope for SS501 to begin promotions again as a team.

The participating fans stated, “It’s a forest that has been made to congratulate SS501 on the 9th anniversary but we’re happy to think that this project will positively contribute to the city’s environment. We yearn for the day to see all members of SS501 on the same stage and hope that this forest will provide the opportunity for the members to meet with the fans again.”

Meanwhile, Tree Planet has so far built a forest under the names of 2NE1, Shinhwa, TVXQ, Infinite, Lee Hyori, SHINee, EXO’s D.O, Baek Hyun and more.

[Article] SS501's Kim Kyu Jong officially discharged from military service

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SS501's Kim Kyu Jong was officially discharged from his military service requirement today (22nd)! 

According to his agency B2M Entertainment on the 22nd, Kim Kyu Jong held his discharge ceremony at the military manpower office in Jeonbuk, Jeonju on the 22nd at 9:30 AM KST.

A rep stated, "Kim Kyu Jong was set to be discharged by 10 AM KST today, but the discharge ceremony was held earlier than expected... When Kim Kyu Jong stepped out of the Jeonbuk military manpower office, there were already around 100 fans waiting to greet him there and Kim Kyu Jong gave a short greeting and waved his hand to show his gratitude."

"Kim Kyu Jong has departed for his home in Jeonju and will spend time with his parents for a few days... He will then hold an official fan meeting to repay fans for their support up until now."

Kim Kyu Jong enlisted on July 23, 2012 as a public service personnel and having now fulfilled his service requirement, it's expected that he'll return soon to fans to take on upcoming projects as a singer and actor.

Welcome back Kim Kyu Jong ^^

[Article] Album Review: Kim Hyun Joong's New Mature Sound Proves It's All About The ‘TIMING’

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2014 has been a year in which Kim Hyun Joong continues to reinvent himself. As a solo vocalist, he continues to break the mold he established as the leader of SS501.

Kim Hyun Joong is best known by Hallyu fans for his flower boy image, a concept which he has taken great pains to shed as he matures.

“TIMING” is a five track mini album which demonstrates his transition from Peter Pan-like boyhood into the image of a mature male artist. “TIMING” is the fourth mini album from Kim Hyun Joong.

“TIMING” opens with the infectious R&B track “HIS HABIT.” “HIS HABIT” was pre-released on July 3 and incorporates the best aspects of Korean pop music. It is a delightful song that highlights both the vocals of Kim Hyun Joong and Lim Kim.

Lim Kim of Togeworl often presents morose vocals, but she strays from this with a simple and fresh perspective on “HIS HABIT.” The perfection of the track is completed hip hop rhymes by TROY’s Kanto.
The next track on “TIMING” is “Beauty Beauty.” “Beauty Beauty” is a fancy free 1960s surf-rock track which evokes images of beach blanket bingo and the sandy shores of Haeundae. Kim Hyun Joong incorporates vocals which make this a very summery track.

While “HIS HABIT” highlights the overall musicality of the album, “What I Wanted to Say” provides the opportunity for Kim Hyun Joong to explore his full vocal range. “What I Wanted to Say” is a down tempo ballad that would be an excellent acoustic song.

“Nothing on You” is a prototypical boy band song. There is strength in the track, but it is “Nothing on You” continues in the vein of what is typically expected by K-Pop male vocalists.

This does not diminish the track, but the quality of the song is worth noting. The incorporation of hip hop rhymes by Hanhae of Phantom adds to the freshness of the song.

“TIMING” concludes with an instrumental track of “Beauty Beauty,” which will help to yield countless covers of the song.

Listen to the new Kim Hyun Joong album “Timing” HERE.

[Article] Kim Hyun Joong chases after his 'Beauty Beauty' in comeback MV

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Kim Hyun Joong seems to have perfect 'TIMING' with the release of his mini-album and title track "Beauty Beauty", as he treats fans to more of his music - just when they thought they couldn't wait any longer! 

"Beauty Beauty" is composed by Swedish composers Andreas Weise and Andreas Oberg. The album's producer Kim Chang Rak wrote the lyrics to the song.

The mini album 'TIMING' consists of 4 tracks including his pre-release "HIS HABIT", the title track, and songs "Nothing On You" and "Words I Want To Say...". The album also includes an instrumental version of "Beauty Beauty".


Check out his return through his title track MV above!!

[Audio] Kim Hyun Joong - 4th Mini Album 'TIMING'

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Album: [Mini Album] TIMING 
Album Artist(s): Kim Hyun Joong (김현중)
Release Date: 2014.07.11
Genre: Dance Pop

Tracklist
01. HIS HABIT (Feat. 김예림 of 투개월, 칸토)
02. Beauty Beauty
03. Nothing on You (Feat. 한해 of 팬텀)
04. Want to say 
05. Beauty Beauty (Inst.)

Full Album

HIS HABIT

Beauty Beauty

Want to say

[Article] Kim Hyun Joong releases MV for comeback track 'Beauty Beauty'

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Kim Hyun Joong drops the music video for his comeback track 'Beauty Beauty' from his new mini album 'Timing'.

The song is a bit groovy and funky showing Kim Hyun Joong chasing a girl. His mini album is consists of five tracks including a pre-release one 'His Habit'.

Watch below:

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[Article] Kim Hyun Joong Reveals Magazine Pictorial Worthy Album Jacket Photos

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Singer Kim Hyun Joong has released album jacket images that look more like a magazine photo spread for his upcoming mini-album.
On July 11, he released the photos through his official Facebook. “Today ‘Timing‘ will finally be revealed! We decided to release exclusive photo for the fans who waited a year for Hyun Joong’s album.”
In the pictures, Kim Hyun Joong looks like a perfect model with his blonde hair and sharp jawline. Despite the vibrant colors of the setting behind him, Kim Hyun Joong manages to stand out with his striking fashion and good looks.

Kim Hyun Joong’s “Timing” will be released on all music sites on July 11.