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SEVENTEEN’s Jun Reveals Heartwarming Story Behind ‘Lie Lie Lie’ Cover

Jun revealed the reason why he chose to cover Lee Juck's 'Lie Lie Lie' and it dates back to his pre-debut days!
Jun revealed the reason why he chose to cover Lee Juck's 'Lie Lie Lie' and it dates back to his pre-debut days!

JUN might be an established K-pop idol now but there was a time when the SEVENTEEN member was just a trainee with big dreams. Interestingly, Wen Junhui reflected on his past after delivering a sweet cover of Lee Juck’s “Lie Lie Lie.” The Chinese idol shared how the song helped him connect with a random stranger who left a lasting impression.

Jun Shares Why ‘Lie Lie Lie’ Has a Special Connection To Him 

In a recent episode of Lee Mujin‘s popular musical variety program “Leemujin Service”, JUN sang his own version of some classic songs. The second cover was Lee Juck’s “Lie Lie Lie” and the SEVENTEEN member shared why he chose to sing it.

According to JUN, he had trouble finding the confidence to sing when he was a trainee. In fact, he would often lose his voice when singing to a crowd. Since this would be a major hurdle for a K-pop idol, PLEDIS Entertainment decided to send Jun on a mission to face his fears.

He continued by sharing how he had to find someone in a crowd to listen to him sing. Although JUN was told he only had to sing the first verse, he admitted that finding a listener was difficult. The trainee was sent to the busy streets of Gangnam for almost an hour around lunchtime. Whenever he approached an individual, they would tell him they didn’t have time to listen.

Luckily for JUN, one older man stopped to listen to him. When the trainee declared that he would cover “Lie Lie Lie”, the man admitted that he was a Lee Juck fan. After listening to the future SEVENTEEN member, the man even gave some feedback. He reportedly praised JUN for his emotion but told him to practice his pronunciation.

JUN clearly appreciated the feedback and admitted he wanted to reconnect with his listener. “I wanted to thank him again if I have a second chance, but it’s hard to find him,” he admitted.

It’s a great story that confirms a kind gesture is always treasured. Hopefully, JUN will be able to reconnect with his random listener from his pre-debut days. In the meantime, SEVENTEEN is preparing for a comeback in October.

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Look: Pledis Entertainment Launches ‘Wonder Teens’ Global Audition

SEVENTEEN releases special video for 'April Shower.' Credit: Twitter/SEVENTEEN

PLEDIS Entertainment, home to K-pop groups SEVENTEEN and fromis_9, is on the lookout for their next idol superstars!

On Friday, August 25, the agency announced that they’re launching their Wonder Teens global audition. 

Only individuals born after 2005 can audition. However, it is open to any gender and nationality. 

 

Additionally, those who plan to audition can apply in four categories: vocal, rap, dance, and “confidence.” According to their website, the confidence category is open to anyone who can “showcase their talent and ability.” 

“Based on the creativity and know-how to make dreams of performing at a global stage a reality, we are looking for the stars of the future,” PLEDIS Entertainment said in a press release.

The online auditions will run until September 17. Aspiring idols need to send their entries and fill the form through PLEDIS Entertainment’s website. 

Those who will pass the first round of auditions will be notified of the results within two weeks. Then, they’ll have to go through a second set of auditions, which will be conducted in person or through a live call. 

Moreover, this isn’t the first time that PLEDIS Entertainment opened their Wonder Teens global audition. In 2022, the agency held online auditions from March 18 to April 17 for individuals born after 2003. 

Reportedly, successful applicants from the audition will be accepted as trainees under PLEDIS Entertainment and will be awarded a scholarship. 

Back then, it was also reported that the agency is set to debut a new group in 2023. However, the agency has yet to confirm this. 

 HYBE’s new set of idols

Currently, PLEDIS Entertainment only have SEVENTEEN and fromis_9 as the active groups under their roster. 

However, the agency was also home to After School, NU’EST, and PRISTIN. PRISTIN disbanded in May 2019, while NU’EST disbanded in March 2022.

Although NU’EST has disbanded, members Hwang Min-hyun and Baekho stayed with Pledis Entertainment and pursued solo careers. 

 

Interestingly, PLEDIS Entertainment is also a subsidiary label of HYBE. Other record labels under HYBE include BIGHIT Music, ADOR, Source Music, and KOZ Entertainment. Recently, HYBE also acquired BELIFT LAB, ENHYPEN’s agency. 

Aside from PLEDIS Entertainment, BIGHIT Music and KOZ Entertainment have also launched their online auditions. 

BIGHIT Music’s audition program is only open to male applicants born between 2005 and 2013. It will close on September 22. Meanwhile, auditions for KOZ Entertainment will run until November 18. Only individuals born after 2006 can apply. 

Featured image: SEVENTEEN releases special video for ‘April Shower.’ Credit: Twitter/SEVENTEEN

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Look: Seventeen Releases First Season of Artist-Made Collection

SEVENTEEN shares how their artist-made collection came to be. Credit: Twitter/HYBE MERCH

SEVENTEEN surprised fans by announcing that they’ll be releasing their first batch of artist-made collection! 

Similar to BTS’ artist-made collection, this SEVENTEEN version will see each 13 members create their own set of merchandise. 

From conceptualizing and planning the product to reviewing the samples, each merchandise in their collection was made with personal contribution of the SEVENTEEN members. 

 

However, the release schedule for the artist-made collection of the members differ. The SEVENTEEN members were divided into three groups, whose collections will be released from 2023 to late 2024. 

According to the scheduler released by HYBE MERCH, the division of the members and the release date are as follows: 

  • Season 1 (September 2023): S.coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun 
  • Season 2 (Early 2024): Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, The8 
  • Season 3 (Late 2024): Mingyu, Vernon, DK, Dino, Seungkwan

 

The first season of SEVENTEEN’s artist-made collection will be available via offline and online stores.

Offline stores will run from September 1 to September 10. Meanwhile, the online selling will start on September 13. Additionally, the shipping schedules also vary for each regional retailer. 

On the other hand, there’s still no other details about the second and third season of the artist-made collection for the rest of the SEVENTEEN members. 

Moreover, HYBE MERCH also released a making log of how each product came to be. 

S.coups’ collection 

With the theme “bright after rain,” SEVENTEEN’s leader made a customized umbrella and glass set for CARATs. 

“When it rains, I don’t usually feel very happy,” he said. “So I want you all to use the umbrella I made on a rainy day and feel a little bit better.” 

 

The umbrella has bright doodles inside, while the glass set even has stickers and features that changes depending on the temperature. Seungcheol even joked that he’ll use the glass set often. 

Jeonghan’s collection 

As for Jeonghan, he mixed a bunny and a squirrel to make a character that represents him. 

“I want him to be bright and energetic but gets exhausted easily,” he said of Toram. Aside from his representative animals, Jeonghan also used wings as the ears for his character.

 

For his products, he had a stuffed animal of Toram that carries a blanket and a mood light. 

After seeing the final products, Jeonghan said that he was so happy with the results. “i’ve always wanted to create my own character. And through this great opportunity, we got to create this after a long discussion,” he said. 

Joshua’s collection 

One of Joshua’s recent habits is making scents, as mentioned in SEVENTEEN’s In The Soop. So it was not surprising that he made a DIY perfume-making kit. 

He said that it was a kit that includes different scents that he personally likes. “CARATs can mix the scents however they want,” he explained. 

Among some of the scents included in his kit are vanilla, rose, woody notes, and citrus. What makes it even cuter is the scents had names associated to Joshua, such as “Sunday morning” and “deer.”

Jun’s collection 

Most, if not all, CARATs knew that cats are Jun’s representative animal. And seems like the idol’s more than okay with it as he makes a cat-themed collection. 

One of his two products are the phone cases. Jun said that since he changes phone cases often, he’d want to use the same style as CARATs. 

Next are stuffed animals, cats, specifically. He explained it’s because he has been playing claw machines often lately. 

 

CARATs, they’re all cute, right? Which one of them are you planning to get? 

Featured image: SEVENTEEN shares how their artist-made collection came to be. Credit: Twitter/HYBE MERCH

 

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SEVENTEEN’s Hip Hop Team Get Floral in Japanese LP ‘Always Yours’ Teaser Photos

SEVENTEEN's Vernon mesmerizes in the new 'Always Yours' teaser

SEVENTEEN is generating excitement for their forthcoming Japanese album, ‘Always Yours.’ The Hip Hop Team is showing off their stunning visuals amidst gorgeous flowers in the latest teasers. Not surprisingly, S. Coups, Wonwoo, Mingyu, and Vernon are channeling their soft side in the photos.

SEVENTEEN Hip Hop Team Show Off Their Soft Side In New ‘Always Yours’ Teasers

On August 20, SEVENTEEN unveiled a collection of captivating photo teasers to tease the Hip Hop Team’s arrival. These striking images feature S.Coups, Wonwoo, Mingyu, and Vernon, immersed in a vibrant sea of flowers, exuding their youthful allure. The teasers offer a tantalizing glimpse into what promises to be a visually stunning and musically enchanting Japanese release.

With their unique blend of talent and charisma, SEVENTEEN continues to captivate fans both in Japan and around the world, and ‘Always Yours’ is poised to be another remarkable addition to their discography. The photos serve as a captivating prelude to what fans can expect from this highly anticipated album.

Although the images are hyping up CARATs for the upcoming release, there is also much concern about the Hip Hop Team leader. It was recently confirmed that S. Coups is taking a break to recuperate from a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The SEVENTEEN leader was injured while filming content with the rest of the group. Once taken to the hospital, it was confirmed that Choi Seungcheol had suffered from a torn ACL and would need several months to recuperate.

For now, it looks like promotions for the new Japanese album will proceed without S. Coups. The rapper is expected to take a lengthy hiatus since recuperation from surgery could last almost a year. Nevertheless, fans are already looking forward to the new album.

Fans can anticipate an eagerly awaited Japanese compilation from SEVENTEEN. It includes their greatest hits, featuring past Japanese versions of songs, along with two fresh tracks: the original Japanese title “Ima -Even if the world ends tomorrow-“ and “Sara Sara,” as previously teased in the highlight medley. ‘Always Yours’ will be released on August 23, 2023.

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SEVENTEEN Fans React To S. Coups Torn ACL Surgery

S. Coups is taking a break to recover from a recent injury. It was recently announced that the SEVENTEEN leader suffered from a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) after injuring his left knee. Since the announcement, CARATs have been sharing their thoughts about Choi Seungcheol’s injury. Most fans are expressing their concern for the rapper after realizing he would be on hiatus for several months.

On August 17, PLEDIS Entertainment issued a statement confirming the SEVENTEEN member’s injury. According to the agency, S. Coups was injured while filming content with the rest of the group. Once taken to the hospital, it was confirmed that Choi Seungcheol had suffered from a torn ACL and would need several months to recuperate.

The statement further confirmed that Choi will be going through necessary medical treatment prior to the knee surgery. Unfortunately, this meant that S. Coups will not participate in group activities until he is fully recovered.

CARATs React To S. Coups’ Latest Injury

Not surprisingly, fans met the news with mixed reactions. Although several CARATS were quick to wish S. Coups to get better soon, others worried that he would be out of the spotlight for almost a year. It was noted that recovering from a torn ACL could last six to nine months at most. This means the SEVENTEEN rapper will have to halt promotions until early next year.

This isn’t the first time that S. Coups had to stay away from the limelight due to an injury. In 2021, he had to withdraw from promotions for the EP “Your Choice” after sustaining injuries from a fall. According to reports, Choi injured his right shoulder and had additional abrasions and cuts to his right ear, chin, and forehead. However, he was able to return and continue promoting with the group.

SEVENTEEN recently held a two-day concert titled “Follow” at Seoul’s Gocheok Sky Dome.

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Here Are the K-Pop Acts Nominated for the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards

BLACKPINK in a behind-the-scenes photo from their Coachella 2023 set. Credit: Facebook/BLACKPINK

There’s no denying how huge K-pop has become in the international music scene. And the growing amount of K-pop act nominees in 2023 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) is proof of that. 

MTV unveiled on Wednesday, August 8, the nominees for this year’s awarding, and six K-pop acts made it to the list. 

BLACKPINK is the most nominated K-pop act this year, garnering a total of four nods. 

The girl group’s hit single “Pink Venom” is nominated for Best Choreography, Best Art Direction, Best Editing, and Best K-pop. 

 

Meanwhile, TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) scored a total of two nominations with their recent title track “Sugar Rush Side.”

It is nominated in the Push Performance of the Year and Best K-pop categories. 

 

In addition to BLACKPINK and TXT, four other acts are also nominated in the K-pop category.

The nominees includes aespa’s “Girls,” FIFTY FIFTY’s “Cupid,” SEVENTEEN’s “Super,”  and Stray Kids’ “S-Class.” 

MTV only added the Best K-pop category in 2019. 

 

Overall, pop star Taylor Swift and singer SZA lead the 2023 MTV VMAs nominees with eight and six nods, respectively. 

Moreover, fans can vote for their favorite acts through the MTV website. 

Additionally, the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards ceremony will take place on September 12 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. 

Featured image: BLACKPINK in a behind-the-scenes photo from their Coachella 2023 set. Credit: Facebook/BLACKPINK

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Look: Seventeen to Release ‘Going’ Magazine Volume 2

SEVENTEEN poses for their 'GOING' Magazine volume 2. Credit: Twitter/SEVENTEEN

From producing their songs to making the choreography, K-pop boy group SEVENTEEN is known for being a self-producing act.

And they proved how capable they are once again by releasing a second edition of their self-produced magazine. 

The GOING magazine is an idea initially pitched by member Mingyu in their variety web series GOING SEVENTEEN. He shared that he’d like to create a magazine by conducting their own photoshoot. 

 

During the shoot, each SEVENTEEN member had their respective roles such as fashion stylists, hair stylists, assistants, interviewer, and more.

Meanwhile, Mingyu was in charge of taking the members’ photograph, with Wonwoo taking behind-the-scenes videos. 

As seen in the GOING SEVENTEEN episodes, Mingyu also took the lead in processing the photos and finalizing the layout for the magazine. 

 

Looking back at the experience, the rapper said that it was a time he “could experience the hard work and pain that editors go through firsthand.” 

“It wasn’t easy but I’m proud to have created a photo book with all 13 of us together,” Mingyu shared. 

Wonwoo added: “It was meaningful work that all of SEVENTEEN worked hard to create it.”

Going Magazine 2

After almost two years since the first edition was released in 2021, SEVENTEEN surprised CARATs, their fans, when they announced that they’ll creating a 2023 version. 

Same with the original edition, Mingyu was once again in charge of taking the members’ photos for the magazines. 

 

Instead of the random styling the members have in the first edition, the members now have specific themes for this year’s magazine.

Each SEVENTEEN member are dressed from an episode of  their web show GOING SEVENTEEN. 

The episode for each member are as follows: 

  • Scoups: Kitchen for Two
  • Jeonghan: Treasure Island and the 13 raiders
  • Joshua: Carnival
  • Jun: Mouse Busters
  • Hoshi: Don’t Lie 
  • Wonwoo: Debate Night
  • Woozi: Bad Clue
  • The8: The Four-Wheeled Rider 
  • Mingyu: Ego
  • DK: The8 and 12 Shadows 
  • Seungkwan: Boo Seungkwan’s Past Life Destiny
  • Vernon: Planting Rice and Making Bets
  • Dino: Best Friends

SEVENTEEN also released individual teasers for the members and a concept film. 

Each magazine will have a random photocard set of all 13 members. There will be two photocard sets available. 

SEVENTEEN recently concluded their FOLLOW to Seoul concert on July 21 and 22.

The 13-piece act released their 10th mini-album FML in April, while they’ll also be releasing their first-ever Japanese best album ALWAYS YOURS in August.

Featured image: SEVENTEEN poses for their ‘GOING’ Magazine volume 2. Credit: Twitter/SEVENTEEN

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Seventeen’s Jun Surprises Fans With Teaser for New Single ‘Psycho’

CARATs are in for a treat as member Jun of K-pop boy group SEVENTEEN is releasing a new single titled “Psycho”. 

On Wednesday, June 28, the Chinese lead dancer and sub-vocalist shared the first teaser for his upcoming solo release, which will be out on July 4.

The 20-second clip started with Jun’s back being shown, before it was interspersed with clips from his 2022 single “LIMBO.” The video also showed the transition of the logos from “LIMBO” to “Psycho.”

 

While SEVENTEEN’s agency PLEDIS Entertainment has yet to release additional details about Jun’s “Psycho,” CARATs are already theorizing that the upcoming track will be a follow-up to “LIMBO” given the similarities in the teaser. 

 

“PSYCHO” will serve as Jun’s fourth digital single following ballads “Crow” and “Silent Boarding Gate” and the sensual track “LIMBO.” 

In a September 2022 interview released on SEVENTEEN’s official YouTube channel, Jun described “LIMBO” as an “opposite extreme” to his earlier releases. “I wanted something that’s totally, completely, and overall different from my previous songs,” he said. 

Jun is among the SEVENTEEN members who actively release solo songs. In 2022 alone, Woozi and Vernon released their respective mixtapes “Ruby” and “Black Eye.”  

The release of his single “Psycho” is also in between SEVENTEEN’s continuous group activities. The 13-piece act released their 10th mini-album FML in April, while they’ll also be releasing their first-ever Japanese best album ALWAYS YOURS in August. 

SEVENTEEN is also set to kick off their FOLLOW concert tour at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul on July 21 and 22. 

Featured image from SEVENTEEN’s Facebook

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SEVENTEEN Unveils Highly Anticipated Japanese Album ‘ALWAYS YOURS’

SEVENTEEN, the beloved K-pop boy band, continues to solidify their status as a global sensation, captivating audiences in Japan with their immense popularity. 

They recently made a significant announcement regarding releasing their highly anticipated first-ever Japanese best album, “ALWAYS YOURS.”

 

As revealed through a press release on SEVENTEEN Japan’s official website, the album is scheduled to be unleashed on July 23, 2023. It will encompass a compilation of all the group’s Japanese original songs, Japanese versions of their Korean tracks, and two brand-new Japanese original songs, ensuring a delightful musical experience for their dedicated fanbase, known as Carats.

Carats can anticipate hearing their favorite Japanese tracks such as “Fallin’ Flower,” “24H,” “Call Call Call!,” “Happy Ending,” “Not Alone,” “Power of Love,” and “DREAM” consolidated into one album. 

Additionally, the album will feature Japanese renditions of SEVENTEEN’s hit songs, including “HIGHLIGHT,” “Lean on Me,” “20,” “LOVE LETTER,” and “Oh My!” to name a few.

In their unwavering dedication to their Carats worldwide, SEVENTEEN will also present two brand-new Japanese original songs exclusively crafted for this album.

Since their Japanese debut on May 30, 2018, SEVENTEEN has amassed many accolades and a devoted fanbase. Their comebacks have consistently garnered immense support from their Japanese Carats, prompting the group to reciprocate the love by delivering exhilarating live performances.

Recently, the boy band kicked off their “SEVENTEEN 2023 JAPAN FAN MEETING ‘LOVE'” at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka and the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, enthralling audiences with their electrifying stage presence. 

 

Before releasing their upcoming Japanese album “ALWAYS YOURS,” SEVENTEEN will treat their Korean Carats to a memorable two-day concert at the Gocheok Sky Dome on July 21 and July 22, 2023.

Congratulations to SEVENTEEN, and may their musical journey continue to flourish!

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SEVENTEEN’s Vernon Confirmed as First KENZO Global Ambassador

Vernon is going global with his latest project. The SEVENTEEN rapper has been confirmed as the first global ambassador for KENZO. Hansol Vernon Chwe‘s first gig was representing the French luxury brand at Men’s Fashion Week in Paris this weekend.

KENZO Announces SEVENTEEN’s Vernon As First Global Ambassador

The official KENZO Instagram account made the announcement by sharing a new photo of Vernon with Nigo, the fashion brand’s Artistic Director.

“KENZO is thrilled to announce VERNON as its first global ambassador,” the caption read.

“[Vernon] is joining the KENZO universe, teaming up with a House that shares strong links to the international entertainment scene, under the influence of Artistic Director [Nigo],” it continues.

Nigo also expressed his excitement about the collaboration. “I’m pleased and grateful to welcome Vernon into the KENZO family,” the Artistic Director told WWD.

KENZO explained why they chose the SEVENTEEN rapper as their first global ambassador.

“[Vernon’s] exceptional command of vocal range, tone, and visual versatility quickly helped him garner global recognition and reputation,” the brand said in a statement.

Vernon also issued a statement about the collaboration.

“I feel honored and fortunate to be Kenzo’s global ambassador,” the rapper said. “I’m excited to explore the synergy this partnership will introduce and look forward to showcasing a new side of me to fans around the world.”

Vernon debuted as a member of SEVENTEEN in May 2015. He is part of the group’s Hip-Hop Team and serves as their main rapper.

In December 2022, Choi Hansol released the mixtape Black Eye and the single of the same name. It served as the third addition to SEVENTEEN’s The Thirteen Tapes series which already includes Hoshi’s Spider and Woozi’s Ruby.

SEVENTEEN recently released their tenth EP FML with its title tracks Super and F*ck My Life. The 13-member group will hold a 2-day concert in Seoul, titled Follow to Seoul at the Gocheok Sky Dome on July 21 to 21, 2023.

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