JYJ News Week of 3/2-3/8/2015

What's New with JYJ?
Will Update Continuously...




Will miss #SPY
Such a great drama...Not your typical family drama nor a familiar Spy story neither...
It stands in its own unique quality and interpretation.
The direction and cinematography were simply amazing.
The acting is highly commendable.
Kim Jaejoong as Kim SeonWu was full of awesome.

Hoping for #SPY sequel in 2017^^



















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Tablo Shows Support as XIA Junsu’s First-Ever Solo Concert Guest

ehk38 March 8, 2015

 

Rapper Tablo appeared as XIA Junsu’s first-ever solo concert guest.
According to Junsu’s agency C-JeS Entertainment, “Junsu and Tablo shared the stage for the ‘2015 XIA 3rd Asia Tour Concert in Seoul,’ which was held at the Jamsil Indoor Stadium on March 8. Tablo, whose rap features on title track ‘Flower’ of Junsu’s third solo album, shared the stage with Junsu for a stellar collaboration that drew a loud applause.”
Immediately following the concert, Junsu thanked Tablo, “The poet of rap Tablo joined me on stage [tonight]. He is the first guest I’ve ever had at a solo concert, save for ballad and musical concerts. I felt this way when he featured on title track ‘Flower,’ but [Tablo] is truly the best rapper; I am so grateful for tonight’s performance.”

The concert, which was held from March 7 to 8 at Jamsil Indoor Stadium, drew 14,000 fans, and Junsu performed songs off brand new album “Flower” and previous solo albums, as well as a medley of OSTs that he’s participated in.
Meanwhile, Junsu made his solo comeback to much fanfare with a music video of epic proportions for title track “Flower.”
Junsu’s next stop will be on March 14 in Shanghai.
Soompi

JYJ CAFFEINE: XIA Junsu FLOWER concert~ Seoul http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/03/xia-junsu-flower-concert-seoul.html?spref=tw

JYJ′s Kim Junsu Wraps Up Seoul Concert with Epik High′s Tablo as Guest Performer

2015.03.09 13:11 Newsen Hwang Hye Jin Translation Credit : Yeawon Jung

Epik High’s Tablo joined JYJ’s Kim Junsu for his Seoul concert.

C-JeS Entertainment revealed on March 9, “Kim Junsu and Tablo performed on stage together for the 2015 Xia 3rd Asia Tour Concert in Seoul ‘Flower’ concert, which took place on March 8 at Jamsil Gymnasium. Tablo, who featured in Kim Junsu’s third solo album title song Flower presented a fantastic collaboration stage with Kim Junsu.”

Having participated in writing the rap and featuring in the song, Tablo and Kim Junsu’s collaboration stage was incomparable to any other. Once the surprise guest Tablo showed up on stage, the fans started shouting ‘Tablo’ in unison.

After performing Flower, Kim Junsu said, “The ‘poet of rapping,’ Tablo graced the stage today. He is the first guest to perform at my solo concert, apart from the ballad & musical concerts. Like how I felt when he featured in the title song Flower, he is really the best rapper and I’m so grateful for his performance today." Tablo also responded by raising his thumb up for Junsu.



A staff member, who was at the concert shared, “Tablo not only participated in the album but he also performed as the special guest at the Seoul concert, proving their friendship. The performance of Flower featuring Kim Junsu’s voice and Tablo’s rapping brought the concert to its climax and the two artists’ fantastic collaboration performance embroidered the night in Jamsil.”

Meanwhile, Kim Junsu captivated 14,000 fans over two days on March 7 and 8. He performed the songs from his new album Flower and his old solo albums, on top of a medley of the drama OSTs. He also held the ‘Genie Time’ event, during which he fulfilled the fans’ wishes, dancing to a medley of his hit songs wearing a garland that the fans made.

Kim Junsu said, “Like I always say, I’m so grateful, and I think I exist thanks to the loving fans who are always by my side. I will stay an artist that you can all be proud of and sing for a long time. I will return after finishing the rest of the tour." He then performed the encore songs as wrapped up the Seoul concert.

Having completed the Seoul concert, Kim Junsu will continue the 2015 Xia 3rd Asia Tour Concert ‘Flower’ in Shanghai on March 14.

Photo credit: C-JeS Entertainment

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Much More High Quality Pictures, Fan Pics, and Fan Cams here: JYJ CAFFEINE: XIA Junsu FLOWER concert~ Seoul http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/03/xia-junsu-flower-concert-seoul.html?spref=tw

 

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Another SPY staff IG update...With Kim SeonWu/Kim Jaejoong
instagram.com/p/z_amepSUHc 

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TRIANGLE MAKING FILM Special DVD

Via Jimmy Kim

Available March 20, 2015

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Xia Junsu’s “Flower” is More than Incredible

Via seoulbeats 

 
Xia Junsu’s “Flower” is More than Incredible Written by Morgan On March 8, 2015  
Xia Junsu recently dropped his third solo album, “Flower”, on March 3rd, with the title track MV of the same name dropping with it. After stunning the world with “Tarantallegra” and reinvigorating it with “Incredible”, we were promised a shocking transformation on Junsu’s part for his next release.
“Flower” is like nothing we have seen before in K-pop; it is an incredibly detailed piece of art, with every aspect being well thought out and relevant. Filled with deep emotions, jaw dropping aesthetics and a symbolic message, this release is more than “Incredible”.
The song is an intricately woven piece; it uses elements of hip-hop, musical theatricality, orchestral pieces and opera to create an emotional ride that is not easily forgotten. Junsu, himself, composed and wrote the track, so it is easy to see where these influences have come from with his background in musical theatre. The song starts off with a eerie melody that pierces the silence like a chiming clock. From that point on more layers are added to the song, creating an ebb and flow of emotions; From Tablo’s introduction, to the operatic vocals, to the flourishes of the string instruments, this song has the ability to create an emotional experience — even without lyrics.

It is so epic it feels like it belongs in some sort of Lord of the Rings battle. If I hadn’t already seen the MV, I would be expecting Gandalf to come in to save the day on an eagle. So obviously, someone needs to get a note to Junsu, the MV needs more eagles.
Junsu’s impressive vocals completely slay this song, bringing emotional depth and direction to it. The desperation and deep-rooted scars, which may not be visible, become apparent through his singing. Junsu’s part tells the story of someone who has been kicked down and is trying to get back up, reaching for something that he can hold onto. The prominent ‘Come take my hand’ lyric plays a role in creating that desperation.
Come take my hand
Till the end
So I can live for you again
Please take my hand 

Tablo’s rap breathes life into a piece that seemed to be sunk in depression and desperation. He brings to the song his own experiences of rising above his struggles and coming out on the other side. The emotional depth that Tablo creates in his lyrics has always astounded, and “Flower” delivers the listener nothing less than that.
Look at me, I’ve died but I opened my eyes again, I killed it
The darkness swallowed me but now I’m swallowing you
The excitement for the collaboration was fully justified with the result being better than imagined. These two seem to fit perfectly together, with both artists having come out of dark periods in their lives; Tablo was caught up in a modern day witch hunt and Junsu left one of the biggest groups and companies of the K-pop industry to an unknown fate. They’re experiences as musicians and people really shine through in this song.
 
There should be a rule that one should never watch a Junsu MV with expectations or assumptions, because they are guaranteed to be blown away. I thought we learned our lesson with Tarantellegra. The first time watching this MV it was easy to get lost within the imagery, whether it be the setting, costuming, props or Junsu’s lips; Let’s face it, that is as close as most of use are going to see Junsu’s lips. A lot of detail was put in to create Junsu a world of his own for this MV.
However, as easy as it is to get lost within the imagery, it isn’t as easy to completely understand it first watch. Rather than being based on a clear dramatic plot line, this MV relies on the use of symbolism to get the message across. Watching this video is a bit like solving a mystery, as you have to piece together all the symbolism presented to create the story. For that reason, the video seems very open to the viewer’s own interpretation. You only have to glance at the YouTube comments to see that.
 
From the beginning of the MV, we are introduced to Junsu as a king living a life of supposed luxury. However, it quickly becomes apparent that there is something very wrong with the world around him; The severed gold head thrown at his feet, the melted-down head being served in a tea cup, and the grotesque fish each symbolize different things but all three declare that something isn’t right with the world. Junsu, as the king, has become desensitized to the wrongness — shown by his unfocused gaze — and doesn’t realize until it is too late. Soon enough, he is poisoned and dying as an ‘innocent’ young girl laughs menacingly on the sideline.
This signals that a change needs to be made. That lifestyle of royalty, the people involved and himself are all killing him. This could be a representation of fame and wealth in general, but most likely it is a representation of his never-ending fight with SM entertainment.
It is easy to draw comparisons between this MV and the ongoing battle JYJ has had with SM entertainment in the years after they left. The little girl could be a representation of SM Entertainment that seems innocent but really has bad intentions. Whether or not you believe that is your opinion, but you must admit it leads to good production material.
 
From the death of the king, we are introduced to three different types of Junsu; They are represented at the head of three dancing troops as a king, a peasant and a god. These three versions of Junsu, could be projections of what the possible outcomes of his struggle could be and who he will become because of it.
The king represents who he was, the god represents his dreams, the peasant represents his fears; One is stagnant, another loses everything and the other wins everything. The climax of the MV occurs when the video cuts between the three versions of Junsu dancing, as if he is warring between them. However, the last scene, where we see Junsu become a knight, is the pivitol conclusion to that entire MV and his struggle. Junsu is no longer a king, a peasant or a god, those titles mean nothing anymore, he’s a fighter.
This MV seems to not only reflect his struggle with the outside world but also his struggle with himself. Junsu is constantly reinventing himself, from his time as a DBSK member, a member of JYJ, a musical actor, to becoming a soloist. He draws inspiration from his own experiences to become, what I consider, a true artist. As he has grown as a person his music has too, presenting an authentic reflection of himself to the world.
“Flower” was everything, if not more, than what was promised. Sadly, this review would’ve turned out to be too long if all the symbolism in this MV was addressed. However, that fact is a testament to the amount of detail that went into the creation of this release. It’s practically top marks from me, but what would you give it? And what was your take on the story of the MV?
Rating: 4.95/ 5
(Images via C-JeS Entertainment)

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Update from Tablo's Twitter and Junsu's Response

타블로 | TABLO @blobyblo 

take my

김준수 @1215thexiahtic 

@blobyblo come take my hand.

Proof Shot from Haru ;)




 
 Tablo with HyeJung and Haru at Junsu's concert
 instagram.com/p/z-E8i5tO2_/


 #XIAinSeoul Flower Wreath from Jaejoong & Yoochun to Junsu! Left: Jaejoong and Yoochun Right: Flowery Junsu! #JYJ
via vichellelicious

Other trans: Junsu Over Flower 

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XIA Junsu FLOWER concert~ Seoul
Night 2


FLOWER
featuring Tablo
via lejxiah

Tablo's rap focused

via iroha 1215















More (Fancams and Pictures) here: JYJ CAFFEINE: XIA Junsu FLOWER concert~ Seoul http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/03/xia-junsu-flower-concert-seoul.html?spref=tw


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The Girl Who Can See Scents
Poster
Park Yuchun and Shin SeKyung




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스파이 감독판 Blu-ray/DVD @SPYdvd 

Summary of Spy Director's Cut Contents and Special Gifts!^^ #SPY #스파이 #감독판 http://imgur.com/t9wF8r7 

 

Spy Director's Cut Blu-ray&DVD

Via Sunwoo Kim

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Video: Junsu Tudou Interview

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Complete Recap: JYJ CAFFEINE: SPY Episodes 15-16 Highlights http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/03/spy-episodes-15-16-highlights.html?spref=tw

[Spoilers] Spy (Finale)

Friday, March 06, 2015 

OSEN via Naver: 'Spy' finale, Baek Jong Ok survives.. Kim Jae Joong and Go Sung Hee reunited after 1 year, 'Happy Ending'


1. [+1097, -28] I had fun watching a drama that made me really glued to the TV^^ Kim Jae Joong-sshi, serve well and come back safely~~^^

2. [+1073, -20] This drama was really amazing but the ratings were unfortunate. Probably because of  how the timeslot

3. [+174, -6] I always waited for Friday to watch this. It's such a mystery why they didn't promote this a lot ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋI really enjoyed the last episodes

4. [+161, -4] It felt like I was watching a movie... Daebak

5. [+142, -4] A drama that was like a movie. Kudos to the cast and staff for all the hard work ~!!

6. [+141, -2] So relieved that it's a happy ending ㅠㅠServe well in the armyㅠㅠ

7. [+101, -1] Watch do I watch on friday now....I really enjoyed this drama

8. [+100, -2] They should've promoted it more. I came across this two days ago and it's already the finale

9. [+93, -1] Really maintained the quality until the very end. It's a joy to see Sunwoo every friday and it's so sad that I won't see him anymore ㅠㅠ Great work to the staff and cast! Kim Jae Joong, thankㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ you

10. [+87, -3] Excellent drama but it was in the wrong timeslot ㅠㅠ If it was  aired on Mon-Tue or Wed-Thur, it would've had higher ratings

OSEN via Naver: 'Spy' finale, Kim Jae Joong leaves a masterpiece before his enlistment

1. [+61, -1] Actor Kim, thank you for taking the role of Sunwoo^^

2. [+60, -1] I really like that the actors are getting applauded for their acting and that the drama is being considered a masterpiece

3. [+52, 0] 'Spy' is really an amazing drama. I hope there's a season 2. It really got a lot of recognition even before it ended. If you concentrate on the drama, you just can't help but fall in love with it.. I hope it will be remembered for a long time^^

4. [+31, 0] Although a Kim Jae Joong fan here,  it's really cool how I didn't see him as Kim Jae Joong  the singer but just Sunwoo. Really impressed

5. [+29, 0] Kim Jae Joong was really perfect as Kim Sunwoo..


http://www.kkuljaem.blogspot.in/2015/03/spoilers-spy-finale.html

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Spy - Drama" Episode 15

2015/03/06

As the shootout indicates, the time for negotiation is over. Seon-woo being, of course, the doof that he is, attempts to further negotiate anyway, and the results are predictably bad. Right to the end both he and Hye-rim are determined to make sacrifices for each other, and right to the end Gi-cheol takes advantage of this fact to make sure all his enemies are more focused on ethical discussion than they are the actual long-term goal.
But then, that conflict has been the main problem for the entirity of "Spy - Drama". Hye-rim, and later on Seon-woo, have consistently failed to realize that protecting their family and protecting the country are not, in fact, mutually exclusive goals. The only reason the situation has gotten this bad in the first place is because the good guys have been consistently incapable of getting their act together. So the dramatic tension here is whether they can win in the end, even given the colossal disadvantages.
As it turns out, though, Gi-cheol has a pretty big disadvantage too. To date he's only ever faced one serious threat in the course of this mission, and that was dispatched through the power of teamwork. The question subtly but unmistakably comes up here- why exactly are all the henchmen hanging out with Gi-cheol? Yes, obviously there's the promise of all the money. But if that's the actual goal, then why does Gi-cheol insist on putting so much effort into maintaining custody of Hye-rim?
Gi-cheol refuses to admit that his emotional attachment is a liability- just the same as with every other character in this drama. Except Seon-woo. The outcome of the armed confrontation would have been enough to sideline the younger spy, but by insisting on making it personal, Gi-cheol ends up putting everyone at risk. In the end it seems like Gi-cheol is poised to be hoist by his own petard- a fitting irony given that Hye-rim increasingly seems to be the only reason he went to all this trouble in the first place.
The simplicity of the action and the true, transparent nature of the character motivations here unveil "Spy - Drama" as being the core concept of an espionage thriller- all that minor detail nitpicking, all for the sake of one final outcome that could be undone at any minute by any possible mistake. It's an interesting enough reversal actually- Gi-cheol may be the best at this game, but he's outnumbered and increasingly running out of cards.
Review by William Schwartz
"Spy - Drama" is directed by Park Hyeon-seok, written by Han Sang-woon and Lee Kang and features Kim Jae-joong, Bae Jong-ok, Yoo Oh-seong, Ko Sung-hee, Jeong Won-joong and Kim Min-jae.

http://www.hancinema.net/hancinema-s-drama-review-spy--drama-episode-15-79387.html

[HanCinema's Drama Review] "Spy - Drama" Episode 16 Final

2015/03/06

The crescendo of the conflict is, like the previous episode, a fairly easy to understand affair. The characters here fight to hold on to any possible advantage they can find at any given moment. When the first stage of Gi-cheol's plan goes wrong, it takes quite a bit of quick-shooting and hot-headed negotiation before the scene finally ends with one character taking a prop from a previous scene out of nowhere. Unfortunately for Gi-cheol, keeping track of everything that's going on at once is pretty hard.
It makes for a somewhat bittersweet climax. Good prevails, not so much because they actually know what they're doing, but because Gi-cheol finally makes a tactical mistake. Seon-woo is still largely unchanged as a character from the first episode. He's competent to be sure, but the younger spy chiefly prioritizes sentimentality. Without hesitation, Seon-woo plays the role of good guy here even as he knows every minute he wastes is another minute that his mother could be finished.
That's certainly one way to manage a character arc, albeit a strange one. No character growth- everyone is just thrust into the drama and left to try and claw their way out through the strength of their own grit. Don't expect any surprises too big from the epilogue- well, I guess I was kind of surprised about what ended up happening to Yoon-jin. Although maybe that was just a matter of her realizing that there's not really that much contradiction about being a spy and a good person after all.
It seems a little light, really, considering all the effort that's gone into "Spy - Drama". I have to confess that thinking back on the series, I have trouble remembering a lot of the finer plot points. But then any good spy thriller isn't really about the minutae- it's about being able to maintain a tense, exciting atmosphere on the strength of a script consistently well-written enough that we don't bother questioning the inconsistencies.
And there really aren't any inconsistencies in "Spy - Drama". That may not seem like huge praise, but this is a very easy thing to get wrong in a genre that necessitates the audience always keep guessing. Sometimes the drama was slow, sometimes it was melodramatic, and other times it actually did manage to feel like a more mainstream production. In any case, we definitely went out with a loud, satisfying bang here. So on that count, this was a ride well worth taking.
Review by William Schwartz
"Spy - Drama" is directed by Park Hyeon-seok, written by Han Sang-woon and Lee Kang and features Kim Jae-joong, Bae Jong-ok, Yoo Oh-seong, Ko Sung-hee, Jeong Won-joong and Kim Min-jae.

http://www.hancinema.net/hancinema-s-drama-review-spy--drama-episode-16-final-79388.html#.VPsu8jRfJ2s.twitter …

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Video:



FLOWER making vid


CJESJYJ


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FLOWER con in Seoul

NIGHT 1

PRESS PICS

Incredible

 Via  video MDB

XSong

 via withxiahcom

Some Translations from OMOXIA~* @Vichellelicious 


#XIAinSeoul Junsu talks while he wipes his sweat with a towel, fans asks him to throw out his towel...Junsu says everyone is very kind, think that his sweat is very clean, actually it’s the same (with others)
Junsu: "You can like someone till this extent?" He also wanted Beyonce's towel when he went to her con so he can understand..
Junsu talked so much but didn't threw out his towel to fans.

#XIAinSeoul JS: "I’m already 30 years old based on Korea age calculation. To me, it’s a little worrying with age that starts with 3..."
JS: "But it really feels good to be 30 years old, it's a feeling of reborn. A real man starts from 30 years old!"

#XIAinSeoul Junsu says Reborn is his favourite ballad song in this album. It’s written by Junho and was shocked by the lyrics!
Junsu: "Junho used to play baseball, how did he manage to write such song!"

#XIAinSeoul Fan screamed very loudly, voice was a little coarse, Junsu shocked and asked: "Who screamed? You should do some rock music!" LOL

#XIAinSeoul Fan request Junsu to sing one of JYJ members' song! He sang a sentence of <Protect You> by Jaejoong! MY JAESU FEELS~~~





[FANCAM] #XIAinSeoul Junsu dances <Out Of Control>! Love this song! http://www.meipai.com/media/272793301  (麦_M)

#XIAinSeoul Fans ask JS to throw out his towel again, he rubbed it a few rounds around his arms, used a lot of strength gonna throw out.. In the end, the towel dropped right in front of the stage!

#XIAinSeoul Junsu started talking with many different languages... Some are "Hi everyone, I am XIA, how's your parents?" etc~

#XIAinSeoul Junsu threw 2 towels, fans were snatching them like mad! Junsu: "Gonna start quarreling haha~ Don't quarrel yah~" *____*


#XIAinSeoul Junsu during Genie Time! Perky butt! >__< (XIA_Hiyaya)



Much Much More Here: JYJ CAFFEINE: XIA Junsu FLOWER concert~ Seoul http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/03/xia-junsu-flower-concert-seoul.html?spref=tw


Press Conference Pics




Min ‏@theyoungestmin

Originally, the title of this song was not 'FLOWER', actually it was 'TAKE MY HAND'. -by JS at press conference http://me2.do/5UIKT5Nd

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Much more here: JYJ CAFFEINE: Park Yuchun FM Tour in China~LovingYU (Beijing, Chengdu, Shanghai... http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/02/park-yuchun-fanmeeting-tour-in.html?spref=tw

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Q and A session at PYC Loving YU fm in Shanghai
with English subs

via Hyeri Haylee


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SPY Episodes 15 and 16 Recap
Will Update Continuously...

Clips

Spy Episode 15

DramaKBS

SPY Episode 16

DramaKBS


JYJ CAFFEINE: SPY Episodes 15-16 Highlights http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/03/spy-episodes-15-16-highlights.html?spref=tw



SPY Episodes 15 and 16 Recap

Clips, Pictures, and more...
Will Update Continuously here: JYJ CAFFEINE: SPY Episodes 15-16 Highlights http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/03/spy-episodes-15-16-highlights.html?spref=tw

Press Releases


http://reviewstar.heraldcorp.com/Article/ArticleView.php?WEB_GSNO=10243530 …


http://me2.do/GfEGX4ZK


http://star.mt.co.kr/view/stview.php?no=2015030622483127785&type=1&outlink=1 …



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Soulmates LOVE

JYJ Official added 2 new photos.

형 !! 수고했어~!
오늘 스파이 막방 쫑파티!
채널 고정 하고 계시죠!

(Brother) Hyung you've worked hard. 
Today's the Spy's last episode party. 




Other Pics from the after-party (from SPY staff)








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http://instagram.com/p/z5eYYryTA1/ 

♡고우림♡ @kgnuki 

'스파이' 종방연에서..













Big SeonWu with Little SeonWu


hyunju555



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Jaejoong's sister Twitter update:

안나 ‏@kkjj4

입대결정나고 너무 바쁜 나머지 우리도 재중이 봤는데 많은 얘기 나누고 갔어요.가족보다 본인 심정을 아니까 더 마음이 무거웠어요.팬분들도 재중이 근황도 궁금해하고 보고싶어하는거 같아서 한장올립니다. 

Met 재중 (real busy after enlistment decision) had long talk.My heart felt heavy coz I know how he must feel.  Posting a photo for you fans who must be curious about how he is doing now..

translation by crystalmoon64

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Twitter Update from Kim SoHyun
at The Girl Who Sees Smells script reading...

김소현 ‏@hellokimsohyun

'냄새를 보는 소녀' 대본리딩 했어요~ 기대 많이 해주세요:)

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‘Spy’ Kim Jae-joong, Bae Jong-ok, Yoo Oh-sung and Go sung-hee say goodbye to viewers

Posted by: Han Jihee , March 6, 2015

This post is also available in: Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified)

‘Spy’ Kim Jae-joong, Bae Jong-ok, Yoo Oh-sung and Go sung-hee say goodbye to viewers
The cast of ‘Spy’ has sent a goodbye message for viewers and fans.
The cast of ‘Spy’: Kim Jae-joong, Bae Jong-ok, Yoo Oh-sung and Go sung-hee ended shooting their final scene on March 4. They have officially finished their 3-month-long journey.
The actors and actresses each took a photo by holding up a script of the final 16^th episode, on which they have written a goodbye message in appreciation of the love and support from viewers.
Kim Jae-joong, who played the role of a smart, cool-headed agent, showed his farewell message for fans and viewers in a white shirt and knit sweater, looking gentle and handsome. Along with his message, ‘Thank you for watching and loving Spy’, he is held up the V sign with a big grin on his face.
One of the staffs said, “We wish the cast remember the last three months as an unforgettable time, as it has been for all the production crew. We would like to send our thanks to the all the cast of ‘Spy’ who have done their utmost with so much passion. Please stay tuned to the final two episodes of ‘Spy’.”
The 15^th and 16^th episodes of KBS 2TV’s Friday television series ‘Spy’ will air on March 6 from 9:30p.m to 11:10p.m(KST).
GET IT K



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SPY Final Episodes in mere hours.....

(Engsub available here)

Ep. 15 Text Preview: Sunwoo(Kim Jaejoong) try to deal tactically with Joong-hyuk(Kim Min-jae) and Gi-chul(Yu Oh-seong) at the same time. Sunwoo –who formulate a plan himself to save the hard drive and Hye-rim(Bae Jong-ok) while wounded from the outset– is driven into a crisis where he loses both of them with there being unexpected variables…

Ep. 16 Text Preview: Kyu-yong(Lee Dae-yeon) drives Sunwoo(Kim Jaejoong)’s family members into a ‘family spy ring’ and tries to bring the case to an end. Having no one to fall back on any more, Hye-rim(Bae Jong-ok) and Sunwoo begin their last fight to save each other.

Source: KBS Spy  

Video Credit: KBS 한국방송 (MyloveKBS)  

Translated by: rilanna of JYJ3  

Shared by: JYJ3

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Park Yoo Chun, Shin Se Kyung, Nam Goong Min and More Read Scripts Together for ′The Girl Who Sees Smells′

2015.03.06 14:53 CJ E&M enewsWorld Grace Danbi Hong

With all cast members confirmed and ready to go, SBS′ new drama, The Girl Who Sees Smells (formerly Sensory Couple) kicked off with a script reading.

The script reading took place early March with JYJ′s Park Yoo Chun, Shin Se Kyung, Nam Goong Min, Yoon Jin Seok, Kim So Hyun, comedian Jung Chan Woo, Kim Byung Wook, Lee Won Jong, Jo Hee Bong, Oh Cho Hee, Choi Jae Hwan, and more present, along with director Baek Soo Chan and writer Lee Hee Myung.

During introduction, writer Lee Hee Myung mentioned working with Park Yoo Chun once again after Rooftop Prince, adding, "He′s a very charming man that I would want to date if I was a woman."

A staff shared that the room of the script reading was filled with nervousness in the air, but as the harmony of the actors were created, the session quickly passed by in a blink of an eye. "Once the broadcast begins, viewers will be so into the drama that they won′t even notice time passing by."

The Girl Who Sees Smells is based off a popular webtoon. The title was tentatively switched to Sensory Couple but recently confirmed as The Girl Who Sees Smells following the original series.

The drama will air on April 1 following Hyde, Jekyll, Me

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[OTHER TWITTER] 150306 SBS confirms first broadcast date and character profiles for ‘The Girl Who Sees Smell’

March 6, 2015 · xianeunymph

[TRANS]
《#TheGirlWhoSeesSmell》An insensible (T/N: lacks ability to smell, taste, sense, feel) man and a girl who sees smell are coming! #ParkYooChun #ShinSeKyung #NamGoongMin #YoonJinSeo First broadcast on April 1st (Wed) following《#HydeJekyllMe》

Choi Moo Gak (Park Yoochun) / Policeman _

Oh Cho Rim (Shin Se Kyung) / The Girl Who Sees Smell _

Kwon Jae Hee (Nam Goong Min) / Handsome Chef _

Yeom Mi (Yoon Jin Seo) / Profiler

Source: @SBSNOW  

Translated & Shared by: JYJ3

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Sensory Couple of "The Girl Who Can See Smell" script reading...starring Park Yuchun






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Kim Jaejoong signing the final script...little SeonWu (Go Urim) not letting go of JJ's hand...



With little #Jaejoong Go Urim #스파이 Uncle's smile #김재중 http://m.media.daum.net/m/entertain/newsview/20150306134010133 …
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Junsu's mom Twitter update...

yun y m @zunoxiahmom 

오사카 콘서트, 짱~!! 재밌었어요~ㅋ 오사카여~ 안녕~다음에 또, 올게~^^♡
 












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JYJ Official added 3 new photos.

<스파이> 마지막 촬영 인증샷






Jaejoong's last night of Spy filming...

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Proof shots...last day of SPY filming

http://bit.ly/1G48oBP 










 

Last scene with who played his mom, Bae Jongok #김재중_스파이 
via crystalmoon64




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Video: Jaejoong/Spy cast Interview at end of filming SPY

via  KBS News


Some translations by crystalmoon64 

I will say bye (to you my fans) through my concerts, fanmeetings and other ways before(I go)... #김재중_스파이  




Jo Dalhwan: #김재중 is younger but has such beautiful heart, just too beautiful... I learned so much from him. #스파이  

via PrinceJJ

You mean #김재중 ? He is such a fun person. An actor with very warm heart? I'm so glad I met him. #스파이 Bae Jongok 

Via PrinceJJ

I am one person but there are many other characters inside of me that want to be expressed. #김재중 

 Great chemistry among actors: had similar thoughts, understood each other well so communication was easy @126days

 

Please watch the last two episodes of #Spy tonight at 9:30PM #김재중_스파이 

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Bae Jongok's last filming snap shots with son #김재중 (Kim Jaejoong)...Heartwarming! #스파이 http://tenasia.hankyung.com/archives/460282 
via crystalmoon64 








Via ‏@kjj_onlylove

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Child actor Go Urim at last filming of #SPY with #김재중 (Kim Jaejoong) http://m.blog.naver.com/groupti/220291345404 …
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Video: FLOWER Dance Rehearsal...

Via CJESJYJ

[Video] JYJ′s Kim Junsu Heats Up Dance Studio with ′Flower′ Practice Video

2015.03.06 10:48 CJ E&M enewsWorld Grace Danbi Hong 
Still in want of a hand to hold, JYJ′s Kim Junsu unveiled the dance practice video for his latest song Flower.

The dance video dropped on March 6, bringing fans into a studio room, where Kim Junsu and his backdancers put on a sincere and powerful practice for Flower, seemingly unfolding a scene from a musical.

Kim Junsu released his album on March 3 and began his tour around Asia.

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XIA Junsu's FLOWER concerts

Osaka Night 3

Fancams

Genie Time: Mirotic acapella

via withxiahcom

Genie Time: My Destiny

via iroha 1215

 Out of Control

via  ohmyjuncom

Much more here (and will keep updating) JYJ CAFFEINE: XIA Junsu~FLOWER~ in Japan http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/03/xia-junsuflower-in-japan.html?spref=tw
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JYJ Members to Carry Out Individual Activities for Time Being

2015.03.05 16:29 CJ E&M enewsWorld Lee Soo Ah  
Translation Credit : Yeawon Jung

 
Attention has been gathering on JYJ’s activities since Kim Jae Joong’s enlistment date has been confirmed.

On March 4, C-JeS Entertainment made an announcement on Kim Jae Joong enlisting in the army on March 31.

The agency rep revealed, “Kim Jae Joong feels responsible to fulfill his military duty as many people have been showing their interest and has been trying to enjoy his time left with his family and fans.”

Kim Jae Joong debuted in 2004 as a member of TVXQ and has been promoting as JYJ along with Park Yoo Chun and Kim Junsu since 2010.



JYJ halted group activities since it wrapped up the dome tour in Japan at the end of 2014. With Kim Jae Joong enlisting in the army, JYJ will not be promoting as a group for awhile.

Apart from Kim Jae Joong enlisting in the army, Kim Junsu made his comeback with the third solo album Flower while Park Yoo Chun is preparing to star in SBS’ new drama Sensory Couple.

Meanwhile, Kim Jae Joong will be meeting with his fans before he joins the army through 2015 Kim Jae Joong Concert in Seoul ‘The Beginning of the End’ taking place on March 28 and 29 at Korea University’s Hwajung Gymnasium.

Photo credit: C-JeS Entertainment
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JYJ LINE Update:

#JYJ_LINE [OFFICIAL] 내일(6일) 오전 8시 20분, KBS 아침뉴스타임 연예인사이드에서 <스파이> 마지막 촬영 현장에서 진행된 김재중의 따끈따끈한 인터뷰가 방송됩니다! 

[JYJ Line] JJ interview at Spy's last day of filming will be broadcasted tomorrow on KBS morning news at 820 am.
via rubypurple_fan














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SPY bts pictures...















Bloody SeonWu...








osen.mt.co.kr/article/G1110091313 … 








HD pics via @19860126_COM 

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XIA Junsu's FLOWER





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[OTHER TWITTER] 150304 Tablo thanks Junsu instead; =Bromance + [TWITTER] 150305 Junsu responds

March 4, 2015 · rilanna

[TRANS] Although you’re complimenting me, I thank you

[1theK’s translations] #Super_Collaboration | I think TABLO is one of the best rappers at “delivering” the message
[admin’s TRANS] #Special_Collaboration | For the part of the rapper who will deliver such a message like this, I thought Tablo-ssi was the only one [who could]

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[TRANS] I meant my compliment..No more no less
I’m stating only the truth…!!

Source: @blobyblo + @1215thexiahtic  

Translated by: rilanna of JYJ3 + 1theK  

Shared by: JYJ3

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review: Spy Episode 13

March 3, 2015

Ya know, I thought Spy would be all about Mom being ultra badass and using all sorts of vintage espionage tactics to bring down the baddies. But in truth, Mom is really just Mom here, someone who is ready to sacrifice herself for her family. We can be thankful that her Sonny Boy is getting smarter though in the broad sense, I do kinda wish Spy is more intelligent and mysterious all around.
SW barges into WS’s office, with YJ in tow. He aims his gun at KC – though by now we should he doesn’t really shoot most of the time. But SW is caught yet again between a rock and hard place: killing KC wouldn’t secure Mom’s release though he will get the hard disc. KC compromises with a deal: if SW and WS can break the code within a day, he’ll set Mom free.
review: Spy Episode 13 http://wp.me/p3scju-3RJ via @wordpressdotcom

review: Spy Episode 14

March 4, 2015

Wouldn’t it be awesome of the entire Kim family was a dysfunctional unit of spies? That would certainly lift tired spirits up as everyone, with the exception of the hardworking Sun Woo, won’t be just getting carted from one “safe” place to another. As much as I genuinely enjoy the action scenes in Spy, I’m annoyed that we’ve been only chasing the damnable hard disc since Day One and nothing else.
WS hands the hard disc to YJ as NIS agents threaten to break down the door – he trusts her to pass it to SW. Hopefully, this would save the entire Kim family. On the other hand, SW is brokering a deal with JS – if he gives the disc to his chief, chief would ensure his family will remain safe and free of North Korean spy suspicion. That is, he expects JS to draft an official document stating NIS asked his parents to spy for them. EH? Whatever. JS sneers that he won’t be stamping his approval on any requests until SW produces the hard disc.
review: Spy Episode 14 http://wp.me/p3scju-3S8 via @wordpressdotcom

Complete Recap: JYJ CAFFEINE: SPY Episodes 13-14 Highlights http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/02/spy-episodes-13-14-highlights.html?spref=tw


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Jaejoong’s Solo Concert Tickets Were Sold Out in 5 Minutes

Posted on March 4, 2015 by ladette13 in K-Pop

JYJ member Jaejoong shows his true popularity with an amazing record of ticket sales. For his upcoming solo concert on March 28 and 29, all of the tickets were sold out in 5 minutes.
C-Jes Entertainment started selling the tickets today, March 4 on 8PM at Inter Park Ticket Sites; and all the tickets got sold out in 5 minutes. According to sources, there were server traffic issues during ticket sales, yet the tickets were still sold out in the end. Still, fans doesn’t have to worry because another batch of tickets will be sold soon, 6 days from now – since the management already expected the rush.
Jaejoong’s upcoming solo concert, ‘2015 Kim Jaejoong Concert in Seoul “The Beginning of the End”‘ will be held at Hwajung Gymnasium of Korea University (KAIST) on March 28 and 29.
http://wp.me/p49Mfi-1mg via @KoreanUpdates


His last Solo Concert before enlistment sold out in 5 minute, despite last minute notice #김재중 http://m.sports.khan.co.kr/view.html?category=1&artid=201503042108403&code=540301 …  

His ticket power proven once again, #김재중 Solo Concert tickets sold out in 5 minutes! http://tenasia.hankyung.com/archives/458915  
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Via Pettie ‏@DefertoNeminemJ

Last day filming Spy >< RT @bornfreeURkiss2 안녕 김선우..ㅜ https://instagram.com/p/zzfglKpvaS/

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Sensory Couple...Script reading











150304 Dinner after script reading #SensoryCouple #Yuchun [chirotakam] [/ cp]
via @fourc_pyc



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kkotphoto
instagram.com/p/zzgtWSEBrh/?modal=true … 

#star#김재윤#김재윤포토#스튜디오#studioz#zstudio#studio#인물사진#프로필#profile#연예인#entertainer#celebrity#personal photo
#화보#배우#actor#korea#탑#top#믹키유천#明星#박유천#유천#jyj#

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[OTHER TWITTER] 150304 Child Actor Go Woo Lim tweets photos on ‘Spy’ set with uncle Jaejoong

March 4, 2015 · rilanna

JYJ3 Note: Child actor Go Woo Lim played the role of Jang Dongchul –aka younger Heo Youngdal– in ‘Triangle';
and is playing the younger version of Jaejoong’s ‘Spy’ role Kim Sunwoo

[TRANS] Good-looking uncle Jaejoong who’s warm-hearted and caring and whose face is handsome!
Up to the generous gift given by uncle Jaejoong’s fans~
A heart-warming day^^

Source: @kgnuki  

Translated by: rilanna of JYJ3  

Shared by: JYJ3

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Kim Jaejoong To Join The Army on March 31

[by Park Seul Gi, translated by Woorim Ahn] Kim Jaejoong’s agency announced its statement about his military service.

On March 4, CJeS Entertainment said, “Kim Jaejoong will join the army on March 31” and officially admitted the news.

The agency continued, “He thinks he is responsible for the mass public’s attention about his military service. For the remaining time, he is trying to spend his time with his fans and family.”

Kim Jaejoong currently plays the role of Kim Sunwoo in drama ‘SPY’ and he will hold his fan meeting concert on March 28 and 29 at the Hwajung Gymnasium in Korea University, Seoul.

Meanwhile, Kim Jaejoong debuted as a member of TVXQ in 2004 and became a member of JYJ in 2010. (photo by bntnews DB)

bntnews ‏@officialbntnews

#JYJ's #KimJaeJoong to join the 2-year mandatory military service on March 31! http://goo.gl/6p2no2 

21 Months...Not long at all...Should be back December 2016!
We will be waiting for him...
Hope to be able to go to his JParty 2017!!!

C-JeS Confirms that JYJ′s Kim Jae Joong Will Be Enlisting in the Army on 3/31

2015.03.04 17:35 Newsen Lee Min Ji Translation Credit : Grace Danbi Hong 

Kim Jae Joong is going to the army.

On March 4, C-JeS Entertainment told Newsen, "JYJ′s Kim Jae Joong is confirmed to enlist in the army on March 31."




This rep added, "Kim Jae Joong′s final schedule before the army will be his fanmeeting concert on March 28 and 29."

Kim Jae Joong is currently acting in KBS′ drama, Spy about a spy who fights for his family, lover, and country.

His fanmeeting concert will be held at Korea University on March 28 and 29.

Photo Credit: C-JeS Entertainment
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Osaka Night 2

FanCams

XSong

 Via XIARU 시아루

Out of Control

  via ohmyjuncom

Some translations (from concert) 

OMOXIA~* @Vichellelicious 

#XIAinOsaka JS: "Everyone's putting in a lot of effort today! It's more vigorous than yesterday! (Fan boys started shouting "JUNSU" loudly)"

#XIAinOsaka LOL JUNSU DANCING "MISSION"??? WOOHOO!!!

#XIAinOsaka Junsu: "Everyone got a shock when I suddenly flew up yesterday? Guess you all are not shocked today..."

Junsu: "I don’t have phobia of height... I had dreams of flying when I was young..."

#XIAinOsaka Junsu said the curry he ate at “YOI-DON!” TV show was really yummy!

JS: "The curry was too yummy, I forget about dieting, kept eating. I then suddenly recalled that I’m still recording on-air."

#XIAinOsaka Fan boy who bought Junsu Unagi Rice a year ago came yesterday and today! He shouted “Junsu” and Junsu recognized him!

Fan boy was then invited on stage and Junsu gave him a hug!!!  

#XIAinOsaka Fans request Junsu to speak with “baby tone”, he said “Yoochun does the best and is cutest when he speaks with "baby tone"!”  

JS: “I stop speaking with “baby tone” in my 20s, if I do it again, fangirls will be alright, fanboys will feel disgusted..."

#XIAinOsaka Fans said it’s ok! So Junsu said “A~RI~GA~TO~” with “baby tone”!!! 

#XIAinOsaka JS said it’s last 2 songs, fans said they don’t want (to end)! JS: “I actually still can go on as my stamina is very good.."

JS: "But uncles are very scary, all of you should go back earlier... Your mom and kids are waiting for you at home~"

#XIAinOsaka JS: “I always pick fast songs during encore, but this time I chose a ballad song. I really want to sing until tomorrow..."

JS: "But like I said yesterday, it’ll be very difficult for the person-in-charge of this hall...."

JS: "Don’t you think it actually feels good to leave a little bit of regret? In the past during JYJ concerts...I said before that my Japanese is only "primary school" standard, thus please forgive me for my bad Japanese.

#XIAinOsaka JS: "Honestly, I was really very nervous when I went on “YOI-DON!” TV show..."

JS: "As it’s in Osaka, I worried that I’m unable to understand the language. Used to think that I’m having fun during shows"

JS: "But now I’ll do a lot of preparations and still be feeling very nervous."

#XIAinOsaka JS: “I want to open a 6-hours concert, eat Unagi Rice, barbeque Takoyi, sleep for 1 hour, and continue with the concert."

#XIAinOsaka JS: "But I can’t do this alone, I need to do it together as #JYJ."

Awwww~~ My feels~~ T___T 

Much Here :  JYJ CAFFEINE: XIA Junsu~FLOWER~ in Japan http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/03/xia-junsuflower-in-japan.html?spref=tw

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JYJ Vocalist Junsu Performs His Solo Single 'Flower' Live For The First Time In Osaka, Japan

By Diana S | March 04, 2015 11:58 AM EST

JYJ singer Junsu performed in Osaka, Japan on Tuesday, kicking off his third tour of Asia.

 

“Junsu held his Osaka concert for his 2015 XIA third Asian tour, Flower, and met with 10,000 fans,” read a statement from C-JeS Entertainment to the Korean news organization OSEN on Wednesday.
“This concert sold out quickly and he will be holding three concerts until March 5 and meet with a total of 30,000 fans.”
Junsu performed the track, “Flower,” that his latest single, album and tour are named after for the first time at the Osaka concert. Fans reportedly stood up and began chanting his name in unison during the song.
During Junsu's "genie time," where Junsu interacts with fans, the pop star revealed that he didn't want to sing ordinary songs. 
“I thought…he is truly the king of songs," wrote fan Jjoppa in a post on the website DSBKNight after the show.
"The songs that Junsu makes are very special and nobody can do it in the same way.”
After the release of his third solo album on March 3, Junsu has topped several Korean music charts including Naver Music, Bugs, Daum Music, Cyworld Music. The album also ranked in the top 10 on Genie, Soribada, Mnet, Melon and Olleh Music.

http://www.kpopstarz.com/articles/180513/20150304/jyj-junsu-osaka-concert-asia-tour-flower.htm … 

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Video: Junsu SINA Interview

via JYJ SONG

Some translations:

FLOWERBOY 샤 @XiahDerTod 

Sina: (Your) China concert is on White Day, is there any preparation to surprise fans? JS: Because it's a surprise, now I cant tell you but I am seriously in a preparation for that 

P/S: what will be the surprise? >_< 

Sina asked Junsu about his 'promised' 19+ concert to fans, he said that have to wait till all his fans turn over 19 LOL!!

Sina: Do you have plan to star in movies or TV show? JS: no plans, if there's chance I will try but in the short term, there is no plan

 

 

 

 

Dedication(JYJ ONLY) ‏@WidM_Info

2015 New Model for 'Nine Half' (Eyewear) - Junsu (XIA) #JYJ

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Spy: Episode 13

by gummimochi | March 1, 2015

It’s Operation: Rescue on Spy, where Sun-woo faces his most difficult mission yet: ensuring the safety of his loved ones. He’ll discover that while getting his family out of danger is relatively easy, keeping them safe is an entirely different matter. With things like the threat of national security in the open and corrupt superiors making some questionable decisions and committing even more terrible actions, Sun-woo can at least take some solace in the fact that he isn’t the only one having to face some hard truths around these parts.

http://www.dramabeans.com/2015/03/spy-episode-13/

Spy: Episode 14

by HeadsNo2 | March 3, 2015

Oh, it’s on now. Sun-woo gets separated from his family and has to fight for a reunion, even though he has opponents on both sides who seem dead set on holding at least one of his loved ones hostage at all times. Bromance is in the air at least, which is a welcome breath of fresh air and brings some much needed levity to otherwise dour events. Now if only someone could just destroy that hard drive so everyone could start moving on with their lives. I know it’s futile, but you can’t blame a girl for wanting less treasure hunt shenanigans and more Sun-woo.Spy: Episode 14 http://bit.ly/1CpVrVb  from dramabeans

Complete SPY Episodes 13-14 Highlights here: JYJ CAFFEINE: SPY Episodes 13-14 Highlights http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/02/spy-episodes-13-14-highlights.html?spref=tw
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SPY...Coming to a head this Friday...
TOPSTARNEWS (톱스타뉴스) ‏@topstarnews

‘스파이’ 김재중-배종옥-유오성-고성희, ‘4人 4色’ 매력 물씬 풍기는 베스트 컷 공개 http://bit.ly/1AYN9S6 

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XIA Junsu Interview

Video: #hashtag(해시태그): XIA(준수) _ Flower(꽃) [ENG/JPN/CHN SUB]

via 1theK (원더케이)

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Eye Candy: 10 male idols who make killer action heroes

March 3, 2015 @ 7:10 pm

To be a good action hero for a drama or film, you have to have the talent (obviously) and the look. A majority of idols may want to cross over into acting, but who among them has the handsome face, the tough attitude, and them chiseled abs and muscles, to make the perfect action hero? 

Here are our guesses. Take a look!

Jaejoong

Yoochun

Complete article here: Eye Candy: 10 male idols who make killer action heroes http://www.allkpop.com/article/2015/03/eye-candy-10-male-idols-who-make-killer-action-heroes via @allkpop


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[Album and MV Review] XIA (Junsu) - 'Flower'

March 3, 2015 @ 4:19 pm



  XIA - 'FLOWER'

Tracklist:

1. Reach
2. Butterfly (Reborn)
3. Flower
4. My Night
5. Out of Control
6. X Song
7. License to Love
8. Musical in Life
9. Love You More
10. F.I.P
11. Hello Hello
12. I Hate That Word
13. Love Breath

Junsu, better known as XIA of JYJ, has just dropped his third solo release.  Already known for his singer-songwriter abilities, he had a hand in composing and writing most of the songs on the album. The buzz around the album indicates it encompasses a variety of styles from urban dance to hip hop to ballads.



The album starts off leisurely with "Reach," a rather standard ballad with, unfortunately, standard lyrics. The faux orchestra, high notes, extended vocal sustains, a format that hasn't changed much since the '70s. There was also some hints of the late balladeer Whitney Houston, which didn't endear the song to me any. 

"Butterfly (Reborn)" runs in a similar vein to the first track. Junsu does knock it out of the park vocally on the first two tracks, twisting his voice to a vibrato and almost wrenching a tear out with the sincere pain in his voice. Even though it's not my thing at all, I can at least praise what he did right. 



"Flower" is an art-house banger with bombastic drums. It starts out with suspense and minimalism, gradually acquiring momentum as it approaches epic with belted bridges and choruses. This is an awesome showcase for Junsu's voice, as powerful as I've ever heard it. There's even some vocal variation with choruses sung by deep-lunged males and females alike, adding to its epic feel and giving it an operatic groove. It's a seriously impressive piece, and I haven't ever heard its like in K-pop. Ever.

The disc slows down once more with "My Night." It's a minimalist piece, sung around a piano and acoustic guitar, not played at the same time. It kind of loses its way and picks up with the guitar, the piano feeling a bit lazy and meandering. The nice thing is Junsu's vocals are clearer here and not buried in overproduction.



"Out Of Control" has a funky groove, and it's almost got a start-stop melody reminiscent of f(x), even more because the vocals are sung in a pretty high pitch. Entirely driven by a high-pitched sinuous synth riff, the only bad part of it is Yang Dong Geun. I've groused about his delivery before, and he does the same thing here: he mumbles. Oh well, it's still better than what I've heard on 'Unpretty Rapstar.'

The next track, "X Song," is even funkier. It has a sweet pace that never lets up and the melody is fairly spare, which works in its favor and brings out the bass nicely. Dok2 keeps the song moving with his vocals interspersed here and there 'til his main part when his rap kills.



"License to Love" is a mid-tempo tune that combines Junsu's earnest vocals with a fairly good beat and enough variation, mixing it up where it could have gotten standard. A nice soft pop track with a snappy melody.

The oddball "Musical in Life" is patterned after show tunes with a jazzy feel that evokes Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra. Junsu croons along to a mellow horn and sounds for all the world like a lounge singer. And I think that was the intent. It's one of the most successful retro attempts I've heard to date.



"Love You More" is a guitar-driven mid-tempo ballad. I like it as a chugging beat and his fervent, heartfelt vocals help the feel nicely. It's sweetly sung and one more example of a ballad done right.

"F.L.P." cranks up the beat. The title is presumably an acronym for the chorus "feels like paradise." It's a naughty little tune, and XIA morphs his voice to fit the bad boy attitude of this song. I love the extra vocals in here; the deep-voiced "heys" and "whoooaas" help this track pop. This song is sleek and tight, danceable and beat-laden.



"Hello Hello" has a smooth clarinet and is a soft jazz number. His capable croons are very well done here, and it's good enough to drop into a smooth jazz station and you wouldn't know the difference. A nice departure from K-Pop here.

"I Hate That Word" starts out well, but about halfway through, they drown his voice in gusty orchestral strings that threaten to overwhelm his vocals. He's got a decent enough voice where he doesn't need anything extra. "Hello Hello" got it right. As to the word he hates? I can guess at "breakup," since the rough translation gave me a fail in that area (I don't think "Alaska" is it).


Yeah, that's how I felt looking at the translation

"Love Breath" is a soothing ballad, a nice closer to the album. It's got sort of a lullaby feel to it, something sung to put you to sleep, and I'm hoping that was the intent. Junsu's expressive voice shines here.

This is a pretty nice piece of pop. And the press was right -- there are a variety of styles on this album, so many it's a bit difficult to pin down to any one genre. Don't be fooled by my sarcasm and nitpicking; it's a pretty solid album and a worthy addition to any Junsu fan's collection.

MV REVIEW

You can sum up the MV in one word: amazing. I've raved about the track, but I can't say enough good things about the video.

Apparently the director was not blind to the epic feel of the tune as we have a tyrannical ruler who lives in an opulent palace vs. the mutants who live outside in a blasted wasteland like animals. The ruler is dispatched when a cyborg head is melted down and he drinks the molten metal and consumed from within by fire.

The opulence of the costumes and the set design is better than I can describe it. XIA plays many parts here, which I like. A simple change of hair and clothes (and maybe a wig) is enough to convince one of multiple characters. The palace sits alone on a dark mountain, the one piece of color in that volcano-grey waste. It almost reminds one of Mount Olympus except for the whole mutant-cyborg thing.

The dancing is well done too. The dancers are perfectly in sync, and the moves look sufficiently challenging. Whatever the people involved intended, it's a virtual feast for the eyes. 

[Album and MV Review] XIA (Junsu) - 'Flower' http://www.allkpop.com/review/2015/03/album-and-mv-review-xia-junsu-flower via @allkpop

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[INFO] 150303 Kim Jaejoong is set to appear on a Japanese TV Show “Fondue” this March 10th

March 3, 2015 · JYJ3 Team

Kim Jaejoong is set to appear on a Japanese Tokyo MX TV Show “Fondue”
Date: March 10th
Time: 9:30 AM JST

Note: Tokyo MX (Tokyo Metropolitan Television Broadcasting Corporation) is the only commercial television station in Tokyo, Japan that exclusively serves the city. It competes with Nippon Television, TV Asahi, NHK, Tokyo Broadcasting System, TV Tokyo, and Fuji Television, all of which are flagship stations of national networks.

Credit: @jj_51_mi, Fondue  

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[INFO] 2015 KIM JAE JOONG CONCERT IN SEOUL [The Beginning of The End] Ticket Open Guide: Ticket Sales & Prices + Seating Plan

March 3, 2015 · rilanna

Ticket Announcement:

2015 KIM JAE JOONG CONCERT IN SEOUL [The Beginning of The End] Ticket Open guide

Ticket Open Date | March 4 (Wed), 2015 at 8 pm KST 2nd Ticket Open Date | March 6 (Fri), 2015 at 8 pm KST

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Hello. This is Interpark ticket. This is 2015 KIM JAE JOONG CONCERT IN SEOUL [The Beginning of The End] ticket open guide.

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Performance Information
– Performance Name: 2015 KIM JAE JOONG CONCERT IN SEOUL [The Beginning of The End]
– Performance Dates: March 28(Sat) at 7pm & March 29(Sun) at 5pm
– Venue: Korea University’s Hwajung Gymnasium
– Ticket Prices:
VIP: 132,000 KRW
R: 110,000 KRW
S: 99,000 KRW
A: 77,000 KRW

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Performance Introduction

Well-recognized as versatile, a global, universal entertainer, Kim Jaejoong

The 11 years where we followed together in watching, listening, saying, thinking, and feeling the same things with him.
There were meaningful and happy moments that never were not short.

And there remained precious days that we’ll have together in the future.
He’s trying to share the beginning of those precious days together with everyone.

You can clearly enjoy singer Kim Jaejoong’s music; and
A special time to be able to hear mortal Kim Jaejoong’s honest story!

His music story that he sings with his sweet voice and on a stage packed with passion.
Also, the precious time that will become one of your memories and remain in your heart forever.

We invite you to that time.

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Seating Plan

Source: Interpark(1,2)  

Translated by: rilanna of JYJ3
 

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JYJ's Junsu Makes 1st Appearance In 6 Years On Japanese Morning Variety Show 'Yoi Don!'

By Diana S | March 03, 2015 08:46 AM EST

JYJ member Junsu (XIA) ha returned with his third solo album “Flower” and has received much attention in both Korea and Japan.

“XIA has released his third album after a one year and eight month hiatus,” revealed a statement from C-JeS Entertainment posted in an article by OSEN on Tuesday. “After its release, it ranked first on the online sites as well.”
This album features a style of music that Junsu has never shown before. Unlike his usual ballad style songs, he has incorporated a bit of urban pop dance, hip-hop and more upbeat sounds.
He also released his title song, “Flower” music video recently and revealed a charismatic and manly image.

“There were high hopes for this album as it was his first comeback in quite some time,” said OSEN in an article posted on Tuesday. “This album is one that only Junsu would be able to pull off as it revealed his true potential as an artist.”
Before his Osaka performance, he made an appearance on Monday on "Yoi-Don!" a popular morning variety show in Japan.
He will hold his ‘2015 XIA 3rd Asia Tour Concert in Osaka ‘Flower’ on March 3 at the Osakajo Hall. KpopStarz

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Press Pics from XIA Junsu's FLOWER Osaka concert





XIA Junsu Asia Tour 2015


Osaka fancams...

X Song

XIA cah

Musical in Life

 XIARU 시아루

FLOWER

 ohmyjuncom

Out of Control

 ohmyjuncom

#XIAinOsaka Junsu: "Actually I don’t wish to talk about serious stuff... (paused for a while)... I love everyone."
#XIAinOsaka Junsu "I’m not good in expressing myself... Jaejoong is very good in expressing it using this method..."
#XIAinOsaka Junsu "Really very sorry to use such ambiguous way to express myself..."
via vichellelicious

Will Update more here: JYJ CAFFEINE: XIA Junsu~FLOWER~ in Japan http://jyjcaffeine.blogspot.com/2015/03/xia-junsuflower-in-japan.html?spref=tw


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Junsu promotional vids and pics...

http://www.mnet.com/special/7528 
 http://m.mnet.com/c/166889 #mnet via @mnet

■ XIA 솔로 정규 3집 [Flower] 자켓 메이킹 스토리




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Junsu at recording studio...





http://m.music.naver.com/promotion/specialContent.nhn?articleId=5609 … 

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SPY bts stills...


http://news.naver.com/main/read.nhn?mode=LSD&mid=sec&sid1=106&oid=109&aid=0003008018 ...













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Junsu Twitter Update

김준수 ‏@1215thexiahtic

Let's begin 

[TWITTER] 150303 Tablo & Kim Junsu tweets lyrics to “꽃/Flower”

March 2, 2015 · rilanna

[TRANS]
The darkness swallowed me
But now I’m swallowing you  
Piercing through the storm of snow
A deeply rooted flower blossoms

Sources: @blobyblo + @1215thexiahtic  

Translated by: pop!gasa  

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Park Yuchun Weibo Update






Yuchun’s Weibo – 朴有天_Official


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Junsu's greeting video for 'Bugs' Korea

XIAH Press ‏@XIAH_Press

[VIDEO] 스타 플레이리스트: 벅스로 보내온 인사말 http://music.bugs.co.kr/specialView/playlist/2541 …

 

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XIA Junsu
New MV FLOWER

CJESJYJ

allkpop ‏@allkpop

Junsu has jaws dropping with a highly artistic MV for beautifully eerie track 'Flower' http://www.allkpop.com/article/2015/03/junsu-has-jaws-dropping-with-a-highly-artistic-mv-for-beautifully-eerie-track-flower …

 

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Jaejoong Instagram Update

bornfreeonekiss2

아-윽

instagram.com/p/zuFGKrknqz/

Video

via furufuruold　ふるふる

 

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Park Yoo-Chun ‘Sensory Couple’ “I am expecting the meeting with the writer of ‘Rooftop Prince”

   2015/03/02(Mon) 20:46

Park Yoo-Chun showed expectation about ‘Sensory Couple’, his next work, at the fan meeting in Shanghai.
Park Yoo-Chun expressed his feeling about ‘Sensory Couple’ at ‘2015 Park Yoo-Chun fanmeeting tour Loving You IN China’ held at Shanghai Big Stage in China, on 1st. Park Yoo-Chun decided to appear at SBS new Wednesday-Thursday drama ‘Sensory Couple’. ‘Sensory Couple’ is the new work of the writer Lee Hee-Myung, who worked with Park Yoo-Chun at ‘Rooftop Prince’.
Park Yoo-Chun said, “Lately I read the script, and the characters are interesting and the story is fun. I am expecting the meeting with Lee Hee-Myung writer, and I will take the shooting pleasantly.”
This day Park Yoo-Chun made fan service for Chinese fans at the fan meeting in Shanghai. By ‘Fairy Tale’ the Chinese song and ‘Ten Year’ by the artist in Hong Kong, he sent his heart to Chinese fans.
Meanwhile Park Yoo-Chun will meet viewers by ‘Sensory Couple’ which will be aired on April. [Photo=C-Jes Entertainment]

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