틴탑

틴탑
♥ 틴탑 : 엘조 . 리키 . 캡 . 천지 . 니엘 . 창조 ♥

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Boyfriend Full Profile









Boyfriend (Korean: 보이프렌드) is a South Korean boy band under the management of Starship Entertainment. The group consists of six members: Kim Dong Hyun, Shim Hyun Seong, Lee Jeong Min, Jo Young Min, Jo Kwang Min and No Min Woo. They debuted on M.net'sM!Countdown on May 26, 2011 with their debut single "Boyfriend", which was produced by Brave Brothers. Their fanbase was officially named "Best Friends" as of August 10, 2011.


Official Links: STARSHIP Ent YouTube | BoyFriend’s Facebook | BoyFriend’s Twitter |BoyFriend’s Daum Cafe.



History


Pre-debut

Jo Kwang Min and Young Min had auditioned for JYP Entertainment, where they trained with the company for two years.[1] By their 100th day mark of being child actors, the boys had already appeared in over 300 commercials.[2] While in high school, Dong Hyun starred inConduct Zero, a variety show where six rebellious high school students were made into exemplary students.[3] He was also in a Japanese group for a commercial.[citation needed]
No Min Woo was the first member of the group that was revealed. Released on March 22, 2011, he made a cameo in label mate K.Will's music video "My Heart Beating", along with established idol singers IU and MBLAQ's Lee Joon.[4] Two days later, Starship Entertainment revealed a photo of the identical twin brothers, Jo Young Min and Jo Kwang Min. It was also revealed that the two had previously served as K.Will's back-up dancers in the variety program Quiz That Changes the World in January 2011.[5] Before their debut, Boyfriend was featured on M! Pick, which revealed the course of their debut.[6] The group's first music video teaser, "Let's Get It Started", was released on May 20, 2011.


2011–present: Debut

On May 27, 2011, Starship Entertainment released their debut single "Boyfriend", along with the full music video. Later that day, the group had their debut on KBS's Music Bank.[7] In mid-July, in response to fans concerned that the group had limited its appeal, Boyfriend changed their choreography for their single "Boyfriend" when appearing on music shows after rehearing for two days.[8] After ending their promotions for "Boyfriend", the group followed-up with the song "You & I", which received a more positive response from music critics.[9]
On September 28, 2011, the music video teaser for Boyfriend's second single, "Don't Touch My Girl", was released. One day prior to its release, the single was leaked onto the internet, which was quickly uploaded to online torrents and video-sharing website YouTube. Starship Entertainment believed that it may have leaked by an affiliate.[10] On October 6, Boyfriend's second single, "Don't Touch My Girl", was released and the accompanying music video featured a cameo by actress Lee Seyoung.[11][12] In contrast to their initial cute concept, "Don't Touch My Girl" showcased a more masculine, military-like concept.[13] The single proved to be a success and it peaked at number three on the Gaon chart, higher than their previous single which only peaked at number seven.[14]
On November 24, 2011, the music video for the special digital single, "Pink Romance" which was a collaboration between Boyfriend and their labelmates, K.Will and Sistar as part ofStarship Planet.[15] It has also been confirmed that Boyfriend will release a new winter single on December 8, 2011.[16]


Members

  • Kim Dong Hyun (김동현), born February 12, 1989 (age 22), is the leader and a lead vocalist of the group. He attended Myongji University and plays the piano.[17][18]
  • Shim Hyun Seong (심현성) , born June 9, 1993 (age 18), is the main vocalist of the group. He attended Young Dong High School.[19]
  • Lee Jeong Min (이정민), born January 2, 1994 (age 17), is a lead vocalist of the group. He attended Seoul Music High School.[20]
  • Jo Young Min (조영민), born April 24, 1995 (age 16), is a vocalist and the visual of the group. He is the older twin brother of Kwang Min. He attends the School of Performing Arts Seoul.[21].
  • Jo Kwang Min (조광민), born April 24, 1995 (age 16), is a vocalist and the main rapper of the group. He is the younger twin brother of Young Min. He attends the School of Performing Arts Seoul.[22].
  • No Min Woo (노민우), born July 31, 1995 (age 16), is the main dancer, lead rapper, and a vocalist of the group. He attends the School of Performing Arts Seoul.[23]


Discography


Singles

YearInformationTracklistingPeak Chart
Positions
Sales
KOR[14]
2011"Boyfriend"
 713,239[24]
"Don't Touch My Girl"
  • Released: October 6, 2011
  • Format: CD, digital download
  • Label: Starship Entertainment
 319,568[25]
"I'll Be There"
  • Released: December 8, 2011
  • Format: CD, digital download
  • Label: Starship Entertainment
 48
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that region.


Collaboration singles

YearInformationTracklistingPeak Chart
Positions
Sales
KOR[14]
2011"Pink Romance" (with K.Will and Sistar)
  • Released: November 25, 2011
  • Format: Digital download
  • Label: Starship Entertainment
  1. "Pink Romance"
25
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that region.


Music videos

YearMusic videoLengthCameo
2010"Push Push" by SISTAR3:25Jo Young Min, Jo Kwang Min and Kim Dong Hyun
2011"입이 떨어지지 않아서 (Can't Open Up My Lips)" by K.Will1:49No Min Woo
2011"가슴이 뛴다(My heart beating)" by K.Will4:24No Min Woo
2011"Let's Get It Started / Water Floor"1:00
2011"Boyfriend"3:07Bora SISTAR
2011"내 여자 손대지마 (Don't Touch My Girl)"3:46Lee Se Young
2011"핑크빛 로맨스 (Pink Romance)"3:30K.Will, SISTAR and Boyfriend
2011"내가 갈게 (I'll Be There)"3:54Yang Ji Won former member of T-ARA


Variety shows

  • 2011: KBS Happy Together S3 Ep. 202 (Kwang Min, Young Min)
  • 2011: Mnet's M!Pick
  • 2011: MBC Quiz to Change the World (Min Woo, Young Min)
  • 2011: SBS Star King Ep. 228
  • 2011: MBC TV 'Idol Athletics Championships
  • 2011: Hello Baby Season 4: Sistar ft. Leeteuk Ep. 6



Awards & Nomination

YearProgramCategoryResult
2011Mnet Asian Music AwardsBest New Male ArtistNominated
2011SBS MTV Best of the BestBest New ArtistWon
2011SBS MTV Best of the BestHot Debut StarNominated
2011Golden Disk AwardsNewcomer AwardPending
2011Seoul Music AwardsNewcomer AwardPending


References

  1. ^ "택연, 보이프렌드 영민-광민 형제와 인연 공개 '같은 JYP 연습생 출신'" (in Korean). Nate. July 15, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  2. ^ "보이프렌드, 미소년 쌍둥이 아역CF만 300개..'이렇게 컸네!'" (in Korean). Naver. June 1, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  3. ^ "보이프렌드 동현, '품행제로' 출연 과거모습 화제" (in Korean). Naver. June 8, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  4. ^ "케이윌 '미소년 백댄서', 이번엔 아이유와 호흡" (in Korean). Naver. March 22, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  5. ^ "씨스타 소속사, 미소년 쌍둥이 데뷔시킨다" (in Korean). Naver. March 24, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  6. ^ "보이프렌드, 아이돌 등용문 '엠!픽' 출연. 데뷔 과정 대공개" (in Korean). Nate. March 24, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  7. ^ "신예 보이프렌드 데뷔, 진짜 내 남자친구같네 '대박예감'" (in Korean). Join MSN. May 27, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  8. ^ "보이프렌드, 안무 급수정 왜?" (in Korean). Nate. July 14, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  9. ^ "보이프렌드, 후속곡 'You & I'로 활동. 차도남으로 변신 예고" (in Korean). Naver. July 27, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  10. ^ "보이프렌드, 컴백 하루 앞두고 음원유출 비상 '현재 경로 파악중'" (in Korean). Naver. October 5, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  11. ^ "보이프렌드, '내 여자 손대지마' 앨범 화보 공개 '소년에서 남자로'" (in Korean). Nate. September 30, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  12. ^ "보이프렌드 뮤비 속 여신, 알고보니 아역출신 이세영"(in Korean). Naver. September 29, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  13. ^ "보이프렌드, 귀여움 벗고 남성미 무장..여심 '흔들'" (in Korean). Naver. October 6, 2011. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  14. ^ a b c "<보이프렌드> 에 대한 검색결과 입니다" (in Korean). Gaon Chart. Retrieved October 7, 2011.
  15. ^ "Starship Planet reveals “Pink Romance” MV".Allkpop. November 24, 2011. Retrieved December 16, 2011.
  16. ^ "Boyfriend Releases Comeback Concept Photos for Winter Single'" (in English). Soompi. October 5, 2011. Retrieved December 5, 2011.
  17. ^ "김동현" (in Korean). Nate. Retrieved October 7, 2011.
  18. ^ "보이프렌드 동현, 피아노 연주 수준급 실력 '깜짝'" (in Korean). Star News. June 28, 2011. Retrieved October 7, 2011.
  19. ^ "현성" (in Korean). Nate. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  20. ^ "정민" (in Korean). Nate. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  21. ^ "영민" (in Korean). Nate. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  22. ^ "광민" (in Korean). Nate. Retrieved October 10, 2011.
  23. ^ "민우" (in Korean). Nate. Retrieved October 7, 2011.
  24. ^ http://www.6theory.com/forum/index.php/topic/44312-gaon-album-sales-master-list-2011/?s=b6174b0ecad37b1c735021d78b2f25cf
  25. ^ http://www.6theory.com/forum/index.php/topic/44312-gaon-album-sales-master-list-2011/?s=b6174b0ecad37b1c735021d78b2f25cf

Diposkan oleh Cindy_Kyo di 6:59 AM
Label: , , , , , ,

No comments:

Post a Comment

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)