[News] CNBLUE and FTISLAND Might Not Attend Year-End Award Ceremonies 0

It was recently reported that there is a high possibility that CNBLUE and FT Island will be absent from domestic end of the year music award ceremonies due to other obligations outside of the country.

On November 19th, FNC Music (the label company responsible for both groups) revealed, “Due to the Asia Tour and packed foreign schedules, the possibility of CNBLUE and FT Island attending domestic end of the year ceremonies has weakened.”

They continued, “It’s become impossible for them to attend the ‘2011 Melon Awards‘ and ‘2011 MAMA’.  We can’t guarantee the other ceremonies as well.”

According to the agency, FT Island will be busy holding concerts in Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand in addition to their domestic and Japanese Arena concerts.  If this isn’t enough, the boys will also be releasing their new Japanese single, ‘Distance‘ on the 30th and will back it up with a long series of promotional activities.

Unsurprisingly, CNBLUE will also have their hands full as they are in plans to hold an Asia Tour across Thailand, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Singapore.  To top it all off, the boys are scheduled to hold a nationwide tour in Japan starting in February of next year!

Regarding this matter, FNC Music stated, “Due to the packed schedules of both teams, it’s tough to even step foot in Korea.  In CN Blue’s case, they have schedules in more than 5 countries starting in 2 months.  We don’t even have a week to stay in Korea.  This goes the same for FT Island as well.  We really wanted to attend the ceremonies, but it’s not easy changing the schedules that were made long ago.”

Source: StarNews

Credit: allkpop

Shared by: fizzy @ cnbluestorm

[INFO] CNBLUE 2011 ASIA TOUR CONCERT “BLUESTORM in JAKARTA” 0

Event Details:

FULL CONCERT

Date: November 26, 2011

Time: 6 – 8 pm (Local Time)

The concert will be held in:

JITEC (Jakarta International Event & Convention Centre)
Mangga Dua Square 8th Floor
Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya No. 1, Jakarta 14420 INDONESIA

AUTOGRAPH SESSION (Limited)

Date: November 26, 2011

Time: 9 - 10 pm (Local Time)

Venue:
JITEC (Jakarta International Event & Convention Centre)
Mangga Dua Square 8th Floor
Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya No. 1, Jakarta 14420 INDONESIA

Ticket Price & Benefits

5 categories, each with different benefits, as follows:

Royal Blue             
IDR 4.015.000  (Concert + Fansign + Merchandise)

Aquamarine            
IDR 2.145.000  (Concert + Merchandise)

Navy Blue             
IDR 1.870.000  (Concert + Merchandise)

Turquoise               
IDR 1.265.000 (Concert + Merchandise)

Sky Blue                 
IDR   638.000 (Concert + Merchandise)

All price are in Indonesian Currency (IDR)

1. ROYAL BLUE
VVIP, Concert ticket & Autograph Session ticket, numbered seating, limited, special merchandise.

2. AQUAMARINE
VIP, numbered seating, merchandise, chance to win a lucky draw to get the Autograph Session ticket.

3. NAVY BLUE
Festival, standing, merchandise, chance to win a lucky draw to get the Autograph Session ticket.

4. TURQUOISE
Unnumbered seating, merchandise.

5. SKY BLUE
Tribune, standing.

HOW TO PURCHASE :
1. Send an email order with SUBJECT: (Quantity) (Category)
example : 2 NAVY BLUE
body mail :
- Full Name :
- Phone number :

Send your order to each e-mail depends on category

For Royal Blue —> ticket.royalblue@gmail.com
For Aquamarine —> ticket.aquamarine@gmail.com
For Navy Blue —> ticket.navyblue@gmail.com
For Turquoise —> ticket.turquoise@gmail.com
For Sky Blue —> ticket.skyblue@gmail.com

2. You will receive a reply from Starlight Management which contains their bank account details and other payment details. Please follow the direction in order to complete the payment.

TERMS & CONDITIONS:
1. Payment method is through bank tranfser.
2. 4 tickets/category is the maximum order.
3. 1 e-mail / 1 ticket category. For more than 1 category, you have to order to different mails.
4. Full payment is a must. No credit or separated transfer.

Seating Plan:

For further information: http://starlightindonesia.co.cc/
E-mail: pr.starlight@yahoo.com
Twitter: @Starlight_ID
Via : anjellhoic

[Twitter|Trans] “Heartstrings” Japanese OST on Sale on 7 December 2011 0

【etc】　The Japanese OST of “Heartstrings” casted by Yonghwa and Minhyuk of CNBLUE and Wonbin will be released for sale on 7 December (Wednesday)!  Yonghwa’s Bonus Track is only included in this Japanese edition!  For more information, please surf each artist’s homepage.  Thank you.

I missed this Dooley Couple a lot, especially that the story is stringed with rock and traditional music which gives me a new taste of recent Korean TV dramas.  I hope I can listen to Yonghwa’s Bonus Track by then ^^~ 

Source: fncmusicjapan @Twitter 

Translated by: AT @ cnbluestorm
Via : CNBLUE STORM

 

[Info] CNBLUE 2011 Asia Tour Concert ‘BLUESTORM in Jakarta’ 0

“Our memories as an indie band performing on the streets are still clear in our minds, like it was only yesterday. And here we are, (finally) going to make a major debut in Japan. It’s like a dream. We are very happy. In the future, we will try hard to make great music for everyone. And prior to that date, let’s get together and make a new page of history with us again in 2011 Asia Tour” said CNBLUE.

With the announcement of CNBLUE 2011 Asia Tour Concert ‘BLUESTORM’, a lot of Asian countries (even outside Asia) hope that their country will be included in this tour. CNBLUE just kick  it off on September 17 and 18 at Seoul Olympic Hall.

Included in the tour is BLUESTORM in Bangkok on November 19, 2011 and BLUESTORM in Jakarta on November 26, 2011.  And, recently TRiKS, an event planner based at Hong Kong announced that there will be ‘BLUESTORM in Hong Kong‘ on January 7, 2012.

So Boice…

Starlight Management Indonesia, an international artist management & local promoter is the organizer of BLUESTORM in Jakarta.

Below are the Event Details:

• November 25, 2011 - Local TV Interview
• November 26, 2011 – Concert @ Skeenoo Hall, Gandaria City
• November 27, 2011 – Autograph Event (Limited)

CNBLUE 2011 Asia Tour Concert “BLUESTORM in JAKARTA”
November 26, 2011
Skeenoo Hall, Gandaria City
Jl. Sultan Iskandar Muda, Kebayoran Lama, Jakarta Selatan 12240, Indonesia

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Ticket Price List (PUBLIC SALES):

• Royal Blue  - 4.015.000 IDR (Concert + Fansign + Merchandise)
• Aquamarine – 2.145.000 IDR (Concert + Merchandise)
• Navy Blue – 1.870.000 IDR (Concert + Merchandise)
• Turquoise – 1.265.000 IDR (Concert + Merchandise)
• Sky Blue – 638.000 IDR (Concert + Merchandise)

*the prices above are in Indonesian Currency (IDR)

1. ROYAL BLUE
VVIP, Concert ticket & Autograph Session ticket, numbered seating, limited, special merchandise.

2. AQUAMARINE
VIP, numbered seating, merchandise, chance to win a lucky draw to get the Autograph Session ticket.

3. NAVY BLUE
Festival, standing, merchandise, chance to win a lucky draw to get the Autograph Session ticket.

4. TURQUOISE
Unnumbered seating, merchandise.

5. SKY BLUE
Tribune, standing.

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

1. Payment method is through bank tranfser.
2. Maximum order of 4 tickets per category.
3. 1 e-mail per 1 ticket category. For more than 1 category, you have to order to different mails.
4. Full payment is a must. No credit or separated transfer.

HOW TO PURCHASE :

1. Send an email order with SUBJECT : (Quantity) (Category)
example : 2 NAVY BLUE
body mail :
- Full Name :
- Phone number :

Send your order to each e-mail depends on category

For Royal Blue —-> ticket.royalblue@gmail.com
For Aquamarine —-> ticket.aquamarine@gmail.com
For Navy Blue —-> ticket.navyblue@gmail.com
For Turquoise —-> ticket.turquoise@gmail.com
For Sky Blue —-> ticket.skyblue@gmail.com

2. You will receive a reply from Starlight Management which contains their bank account details and other payment details. Please follow the direction in order to complete the payment.

OVERSEAS PACKAGE

A package for overseas fans which includes accommodation at the same hotel with the artist. Details as follows:

 

ROYAL BLUE PACKAGE

Includes the following :

• CNBLUE Live TV Interview pass (Local TV Broadcast Station) at November 25. 9 AM.
• Royal Blue Concert Ticket at November 26. 6 PM
• Fansigning Event at November 27. 11 AM
• Twin bed Standard Room (Same hotel with CNBLUE) 3D/2N (From 25 to 27 November)

Price : 1,200 USD/person. If you buy this package for two persons, then the second person will only charged 1,000 USD

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AQUAMARINE PACKAGE

Includes the following :

• CNBLUE Live TV Interview pass (Local TV Broadcast Station) at November 25. 9 AM.
• Aquamarine Concert Ticket at November 26. 6 PM
• Twin bed Standard Room (Same hotel with CNBLUE) 3D/2N (From 25 to 27 November)

Price : 920 USD/person. If you buy this package for two persons, then the second person will only charged 800 USD

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NAVY BLUE PACKAGE

Includes the following :

• CNBLUE Live TV Interview pass (Local TV Broadcast Station) at November 25. 9 AM.
• Navy Blue Concert Ticket at November 26. 6 PM
• Twin bed Standard Room (Same hotel with CNBLUE) 3D/2N (From 25 to 27 November)

Price : 880 USD/person. If you buy this package for two persons, then the second person will only charged 750 USD

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Terms & Condition for OVERSEAS PACKAGE:

1. Please submit your order until October 14, 2011 (Friday)
2. Please send an email to media.starlight@yahoo.com with the subject OVERSEAS PACKAGE, and your personal data in the body of the mail.
3. The payment method is bank transfer.
4. Starlight Management Indonesia accept 2 terms of payment. 30% Down Payment needs to be transferred to their bank account before Monday, October 17, 2011 at 12 PM. And the 70%  rest of the payment can be done until November 5, 2011.

 BULK TICKET ORDERS

At least 10 orders of tickets.

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Terms & Condition for BULK TICKET

(Standard, no package, ticket only)

1. Please send an email to media.starlight@yahoo.com before October 29.
2. The payment method is bank transfer.
3. We accept only  1 time payment (Full Payment), and that must be done along with the data (deadline October 29)

Seating Plan:

For more information:

• Website: http://starlightindonesia.co.cc/
• E-mail: pr.starlight@yahoo.com
• Twitter: @Starlight_ID

[Scans|Trans] PATI PATI – CNBLUE members are what kind of persons? 0

 

With CNBLUE’s major debut in Japan looming around the corner, much attention is on the group regardless from fans or media. The boys are featured on the cover of the Novmber issue of Japanese magazine PATI PATI, which they have also appeared on in their early days.
As there are several pages and they are still being translated, here’s a part of the scans and translations. Enjoy! (You’ll have a good laugh, haha!)

What kind of person is YongHwa?
CNBLUE’s leader, YongHwa. From what the members say when discussing about him, he appropriately conveys his leadership as a leader to lead the band! (what a mouthful XD) 
 MinHyuk: YongHwa hyung is the oldest. I think it’s like being the big brother in a group. A very trust-worthy and reliable existence.
JongHyun: His voice is also superb, and has lots of passion for music.
JungShin: It’s like an existence to coordinate CNBLUE….. (in Japanese) He’s CNBLUE’s leader!
MinHyuk: Yeah, an existence that CNBLUE cannot do without…
JungShin: (interrupted MinHyuk) but actually, I’m the real leader (everybody burst into laughter) Sorry, that’s a joke!

What kind of person is JongHyun?
During this interview and photography, JongHyun who excitedly discussed his favourite Japanese bands while reading the latest Pati magazine, left a deep impression on me. He who emits an aura about his immense love for rock, what is his role in CNBLUE?
YongHwa: JongHyun is very persistent in music and truly likes guitar from the bottom his heart…. I think it is because of him that everybody can see CNBLUE’s songs being unleashed to higher heights through live performances. And, he often takes good care of the younger brothers when I’m not around.
JongHyun: That’s right (laugh).
YongHwa: (in Japanese) Kids! Because JungShin and MinHyuk are still kids (laugh).
MinHyuk: Eh?! (laugh)
JungShin: (laugh) If YongHwa hyung is CNBLUE’s “leader”, then JongHyun hyung is “vice-leader”.

What kind of person is MinHyuk?
MinHyuk is born in 1991, the same as JungShin.
Though he is one of the youngest in CNBLUE, he is also trusted much by the members. Is there any member who feels a bit jealous because of the many compliments he gets, or is there not….. (laugh).
YongHwa: He always gives people a very steady and mature feeling. And, the drummer is the main core and heart of a band, one who has a shoulder the role of leading our music. And his face is really cute, and he seems to be very popular (laugh).
MinHyuk: Is this a compliment?
JongHyun: It is a compliment! (laugh)
YongHwa: And, because of his honest personality, he’s one who has to complete everything thoroughly.
JungShin: I’ve always felt that….is he the only one who has been overly complimented? (laugh)
YongHwa: (laugh) He has a huge desire to do many different kinds of music, he’s an existence who always helps us.

What kind of person is JungShin?
Being the same age as MinHyuk in CNBLUE, JungShin is the youngest in the band.
He is the indispensable mood-maker who helps the members sooth their emotions.
JongHyun: He’s spreads the “happy virus” (laugh). He’s always providing laughter.
MinHyuk: Although I’m the same age as JungShin, he saved me by undertaking the subject of humiliation and jest by the hyungs (laugh).
JongHyun: There is bound to be nervousness and stress during our promotion schedules, he’s the one who helps us get rid of the stress. For example, when everybody gets really tired in the studio, just looking at his face when he appears will put a wide smile on everybody’s face (laugh).
YongHwa: His existence is such a happy one, he’s an outstanding bassist who still practices very hard even into the middle of the night.
Many thanks to bluestar and kof1_ for the scans and Chinese translation respectively! (:

Scans by :bluestar@cnbjonghyun
Jap-Chi Translation: kof1_@twitter
Translated to English + posted by: G@cnbluestorm 

CN Blue’s new song is selected as the ending theme song of Super Natural 0

The new animation Super Natural, first episode of which aired on October 4 on Nihon TV, one of the three Japanese public broadcasters, chose CN Blue’s “In My Head” as the ending theme song of the animation.
”In My Head,” written and sung by CN Blue’s Jung Yong Hwa, is a rock song with fast beats, which has highly been praised for perfectly being balanced with the animation images and story.

In particular, the news that the song is written by Jung Yong Hwa raised far more interests among Japanese fans, who has developed his fame as a songwriter with his songs such as “Love Light” and “Banmal Song.”
In an interview, Jung said, “I became speechless as I heard the news that my song ‘In My Head’ would be used for the ending theme song of Super Natural. I promise that I will keep honing myself to be a better musician who only focuses on creating good songs.”

Meanwhile, CN Blue proved its high popularity as it attracted more than 17,000 people to its concert held at Yokohama Arena on September 25, an exceptional record marked by an indie band.

By Park Young-ung
Source: Starnews (Original article in Korean)
Photo from Starnews
Translated by Geum Jae / Korea.com

CNBLUE on Kan Fun Magazine “Arigatou! Last Indie Live Devoted to 15,000 People” 0

 

End of the First Act… Unforgettable

CNBLUE, who is a 4 member rock band, and will do major debut with “In My Head” under Warner Music Japan on October 19^th, held their last indie live concert on September 25^th at Yokohama Arena.



Between flying green laser beams, the four men appeared on round stage, which was at the center of the arena and surrounded by fans in 360-degrees. As soon as they appeared, the 15,000 people filling the seats burst into cheers and got excited.

During the opening tune “The Way part 2 ~Ready N Go~”, stage effects of explosive detonation made audience even more excited at once. Except for drummer Minhyuk (20), the other members, Yonghwa (22), Jonghyun (21), and Jungshin (20), moved around the stage and even to runways in four directions and sang enthusiastically dripping with perspiration.

At the first MC, Yonghwa said “Today’s live concert is our 2^nd album “392” release live, and also our last live in indie activities. Feeling both distressing and glad, I have strange feelings, but I really appreciate many people coming. Today, during this stage, I’ll devote all of myself to you, everyone!”
Next, surrounded by screams, Jonghyun said and shouted, “Only because it’s the last indie (concert), I’m ‘Kanmuryo’ (in the fullness of my heart), and my heart is fulfilled with various feelings that I cannot put into words. We’ll stake our lives here today! So, let’s play together with great enthusiasm, everyone!!”

As their hit songs followed in a row, such as “I’m A Loner”, “Intuition” and “LOVE”, the arena became hot with excitement. Then they turned to play ballad songs and attracted the audience such various performances. They also delighted fans with the stage that turned around 360-degrees.

During encore, Yonghwa said “Because this is our last indie live concert today, we’ve prepared a surprising present.” and revealed their Japan major debut song “In My Head” for the first time live. Though audience was absolutely delighted and went crazy, they played only the first part (from the beginning to the first chorus).

At their comment “Today only up to this”, audience screamed “Ehh~?”, but they said “Please listen to the full-size song at our major debut event.” In fact, however, they prepared a bigger present afterward.
“Winter tour in December is decided.” Minhyuk made a surprise announcement. Starting with Zepp Sendai on December 4^th, they will hold concerts in Nagoya, Osaka, and at National Yoyogi Stadium 1^st Gymnasium on 16^th. With the immediate decision of tour, they will get off to a bright start as a big band.

Before the last song, Jonghyun said “We have come here thanks to you, everyone. We know more than anyone that we are still immature. But we’d like to share our future capability with everyone. Even after our major debut, this feeling will never change. Finish of CNBLUE’s first act, then start of the second act. Today we are the happiest to raise the curtain with everyone together.” Getting a lot of applause, they finished the concert with “a.ri.ga.tou”.

Set list of CNBLUE’s concert at Yokohama Arena

1. The Way part 2 ~Ready N Go~

2. Now or Never

3. voice

4. I’m a loner

5. Intuition

6. LOVE

7. The Way part 3 ~eclipse~

8. Don’t say good bye

9. Y, Why…

10. LOVE GIRL

11. Love Revolution

12. Try again, Smile again

13. Teardrops in the rain

14. Man in front of the mirror

15. Illusion

16. Coward

17. Lie

18. Just Please

19. The Way part 1 ~one time~

20. I don’t know why

21. kimio

Encore

22. Let’s go crazy

23. Love Light

24. In My Head

25. a.ri.ga.tou

Before live start, they held press conference. There are many media came around 30, even from Korea, to get information about live performance.
Live performance at Yokohama Arena will start soon. There’s situation about people can’t get the ticket. Let’s hear your enthusiasm.

JS : Because today is our last live as indies band, we work very hard. We are thankful that the ticket sold out. Because this is the last, we’ll give our best effort.

YH : It’s an honor that we can do performance at such a big hall like Yokohama Arena.  Actually the hall size doesn’t matter; wherever we do performance we always give our best. So we can give good memory for everyone who came.

On October 19, you will release major debut single “In My Head” under Warner Music Japan. Please tell us about that single.

JH : This is a song that is composed by Yonghwa. Today, at this stage we’ll give surprise present for everyone. So please look forward to it.

MH : Until now, we’ve learned many things. Finally we can have a major debut. On the other hand, we are also nervous. We want to show wonderful stage to everyone.

JH : We want to do that without changing our feelings like during our indie days. We’re happy that through major debut the changes to be known by many people increase.

There are so many bands in Japan. What is CNBLUE’s characteristic to appeal with everyone?

YH : Many songs has its own characteristic. Groovy song, ballad song, all genre has its own strength. From now, we’ll make major debut while carrying our ardor. We want to show what we’ve learned.

Japanese artist that you want to collaborate with?

JH : Before we went to study abroad in Japan, I already like Japanese artist and listen to it. One OK Rock, flumpool, Bump of Chicken are bands that I like very much. If I could collaborate with them it would be great.

YH : We watched B’z at Summer Sonic, we are impressed that they do activity with good passion. We want to be like them.

Until now, there are so many KPOP Idols doing activities in Japan, CNBLUE is not an idol, and I think there’s difference between Japan and Korea. What will you do from now on?

YH : Since 2009, we already did many street performances and club performances during indies period, at that time we had put on our real ability. Just because we make major debut, we won’t change our passion. We’ll keep learning about music and take a challenge to all genre music while putting our real ability.

Please tell us about your next dream!

JS : After major debut, we also want to continue making album that can enjoyed by many people.

JH : From now, we want to show our wonderful music to everyone.

YH : Thank you so much for everyone who came to this live. We will give our best, so please looking forward for it.

MH : We want to show you a wonderful CNBLUE even more. Please look forward to it.

Credit @CNBurningHaru

Translated by T & N @ cnbluestorm

CN Blue says, “Pedestrians in Japan tossed some coins to us while we were performing on the street” 0

n the episode of KBS 2’s Entertainment News which aired on the 1st, CN Blue talked about its performance on the street in Japan in 2009.
Lee Jong Hyun said, “In 2009, we were performing on the street in Japan and I was about to take out my guitar from its case when someone from the audience tossed a coin to us. Since then I began to understand how important the audience is,” inspiring laughter.
Min Hyuk also inspired laughter by saying, “After the performance in Japan, we were returning to Korea when a reporter from KBS’ News caught us at the airport. On the news, I could see myself spreading out my arms to get through airport security.”

Source: TV Report

Via : en.korea.com

CNBLUE “In My Head” chosen as HOT SEAT by MTVJapan and more! 0

 

 

CNBLUE “In My Head” has been chosen as HOT SEAT by MTV JAPAN and the Music Video will be broadcast through out October.
Also, Space Shower TV Plus will broadcast CNBLUE “In My Head” Music Video from  October 1 to October 15 on Heavy Rotation.

Via : http://cnbluestorm.com

CN BLUE attend signing event for ‘Holika Holika’ 0

Cosmetics brand ‘Holika Holika‘ recently held a signing event with CN BLUE at the Shilla duty-free department from September 27th to the 29th.
The event was meant to congratulate CN BLUE on their major debut in Japan, as well as welcome international consumers who were visiting from overseas.

The brand put together a special edition package to commemorate the event, and the first 200 customers who purchased the package received additional gifts.
The members of CN BLUE were genuinely happy to greet all of their fans who came from China and Japan to see them, and even made some small talk with their Japanese fans, bringing out their much-practiced language skills.
Leader Jung Yonghwa remarked, “We just want to thank all of our fans who came so far just to see us and I hope that this experience will be memorable for all of you.”
‘Holika Holika’ has plans to expand, and will open a few new shops in October.
Source & Image: Nate

CNBLUE Yokohama Arena Concert via Warner Music Japan 0

Last Indie Live! The enthusiasm of 15,000 fans gathered at Yokohama Arena! Announcement of Live Tour on December.

Last indie live was held at Yokohama Arena on Sept 25, after they released last indies full album “392” and got 1st place at Oricon Weekly Indies Album chart.

Before the live, they held press conference for conveying the enthusiasm of the members of the decision as a major debut at the Yokohama Arena. Talking about major debut, “We feel happy. We want to do our best for future, without change our spirit like before as Indie Band” then smiled. “We did activity as Indie Band since 2009, later we’ll keep acquiring abilities even as major band”.

Concert tickets sold out instantly like it has always been with before. At the day of the concert, many fans flooding at the hall since 10 am. They made long line at the concert goods corner.

15,000 fans gathered on venue then CNBLUE’s  member enter the center stage that can move 360°!

They started the concert with up song, “The Way Part 2 ~Ready N Go~” as intro, along with their hits songs like “I’m Loner”, “LOVE”, and “Intuition”. All fans getting excited since the start!

After that, talk part. They said “last indies live performance after 8 months our last live in Japan, sacrifice our all”.

Then, ballad time that we can feel their capability of this band that each member can take lead vocal. They played newly arranged “The Way part 3 ~Eclipse~” and “Don’t Say Good Bye”, which were with strings, different with original version on CD.  All fans felt deeply moved.

They sang many songs in Japanese, English and Korean, and lifted the crowds with rock numbers which they are good at. At last MC corner they told their thought saying “no matter what happen, during indies period we learned to synchronize our breathe as 4. And now, we will continue to do that. To walk step forward with everyone, our fans!”.

They performed the new song “In My Head” which they will release on October 19 as a surprise present to their fans. This song is written by Yonghwa.

While dripping with sweat, they performed 25 songs including encore. Exactly as stated “All or Nothing” they showed hot performance in front of their 15,000 fans. They left strong message to face their major debut.

Source Warner Music Japan
Translated by N @ cnbluestorm
Thanks to @sweetluvlysmile for the tips ^^

The Reason for CNBLUE’s Popularity – They are Musicians, Not Idols. 0

The reason for the raising attention to CNBLUE? Not because they are idols, but musicians!

“We’re not idols, but musicians!”

CNBLUE has not made their official major debut in Japan, they were known as an indie band. But, they already had an execellent reputation even before they debut officially (on October 19th). They started to get Japanese fans’ attention by Jung Yonghwa who was casted in “You’re Beautiful”.

On Sept 25, Tower Record Shibuya won’t hold the fans to buy CD even on early morning. CNBLUE last indie album “392” placed in visible place near the entrance floor. Tower Record’s staff commented about CNBLUE’s popularity “These days, CNBLUE gained very high popularity in Japan. Their album always sold well”. In Korean Magazine, CNBLUE is called “musicians“, a “group that compete with their own music”. Of course, they received a lot of appreciation for composing their own songs in their albums.

CNBLUE who was proven popular with around 20,000 fans even before their official debut, will leave their indie activities, and move on to mainstream stage under Japan’s large music label, Warner Music Japan.

On Sept 25 afternoon, CNBLUE held a concert at Yokohama Arena. “Actually we feel nervous to do major debut, but from now we’ll start anew so that we are able to show you our good performance”.


Source news.searchina.ne.jp

Translated by N @ cnbluestorm
Thanks to @sweetluvlysmile for the tips

C.N. Blue Reveals "In My Head" MV Teaser 0

C.N. Blue will soon enter the Japanese music market, as the band will release its Japan major debut single, In My Head, on 19th October.
Today, a teaser for the upcoming single has been uploaded. Have a look at it and share your impressions with us!

CNBLUE [In My Head] 30sec.version

CNBLUE Japan Major Debut Single[In My Head] 2011.10.19 Release!

source jpopasia