IU has seen immense success with her new album 'CHAT-SHIRE' since its release a couple weeks back; however, one netizen decided to put a damper on that success.
One netizen declared that IU's song "23" sampled Britney Spear's voice in "Gimme More" without proper authorization.
The netizen, who goes by 'Hwanhee-eh,' previously shared the statement released by IU's agency, Loen Tree.
As a refresher, here's the full statement:
"Hello, this is IU's agency Loen Tree.
We deliver an official statement regarding the content that was uploaded online concerning the bonus track '23' on IU's mini-album 'CHAT-SHIRE' that was released on October 23.
Last weekend when we learned of the issue, we inquired about it with the composer and discovered that the sampling in question is one that the composer had previously purchased and kept in possession.
However, the source of the voice sampling was judged to be unclear, so we immediately contacted Britney Spear's agency and are in the process of confirming the details behind the sampling.
After we confirm the facts behind this issue, we will progress with the sample clearance as fast as we can and deliver the results as soon as they come out.
We are sorry towards all the music fans who were inconvenienced by our failure to closely research during the album composition process. Furthermore, we want to say thank you and sorry to all the Britney Spears fans who pointed out the issue first that we weren't able to detect."
After the official statement released by Loen Tree, 'Hwanhee-eh' uploaded another post that seemed to jeer IU fans. The netizen wrote, "It looks like the agency even apologized to Britney fans? Weren't you just telling me that I should be ready to be sued? That there will be legal action? Are you still going to tell me to get ready for a lawsuit when the agency uploaded a statement like that? I understand that you cherish your artist and all but don't blindly defend your artist and attack other fans like that."
Britney Spear's label, Sony Music, also got involved in this issue, relaying that they will need to have Britney herself listen to "23." A rep from Sony told Daily Sports, "We got a request from Loen Tree asking to confirm the voice sampling [in IU's song]. We have submitted a request to the Sony American HQ, and Britney Spears herself will need to check herself whether the voice is indeed hers."
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One netizen declared that IU's song "23" sampled Britney Spear's voice in "Gimme More" without proper authorization.
The netizen, who goes by 'Hwanhee-eh,' previously shared the statement released by IU's agency, Loen Tree.
As a refresher, here's the full statement:
"Hello, this is IU's agency Loen Tree.
We deliver an official statement regarding the content that was uploaded online concerning the bonus track '23' on IU's mini-album 'CHAT-SHIRE' that was released on October 23.
Last weekend when we learned of the issue, we inquired about it with the composer and discovered that the sampling in question is one that the composer had previously purchased and kept in possession.
However, the source of the voice sampling was judged to be unclear, so we immediately contacted Britney Spear's agency and are in the process of confirming the details behind the sampling.
After we confirm the facts behind this issue, we will progress with the sample clearance as fast as we can and deliver the results as soon as they come out.
We are sorry towards all the music fans who were inconvenienced by our failure to closely research during the album composition process. Furthermore, we want to say thank you and sorry to all the Britney Spears fans who pointed out the issue first that we weren't able to detect."
After the official statement released by Loen Tree, 'Hwanhee-eh' uploaded another post that seemed to jeer IU fans. The netizen wrote, "It looks like the agency even apologized to Britney fans? Weren't you just telling me that I should be ready to be sued? That there will be legal action? Are you still going to tell me to get ready for a lawsuit when the agency uploaded a statement like that? I understand that you cherish your artist and all but don't blindly defend your artist and attack other fans like that."
Britney Spear's label, Sony Music, also got involved in this issue, relaying that they will need to have Britney herself listen to "23." A rep from Sony told Daily Sports, "We got a request from Loen Tree asking to confirm the voice sampling [in IU's song]. We have submitted a request to the Sony American HQ, and Britney Spears herself will need to check herself whether the voice is indeed hers."
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SHINee's Jonghyun dished on his feelings about making his solo debut during his 'hashtag' interview with 1theK!
Jonghyun revealed that he came up with 'BASE' as his album title because his first encounter with music was with the bass instrument, and also mentioned that it rhymes with Taemin's solo album title, 'ACE'. He also chose IU as the artist whom he wants to collaborate with again. Although they previously collaborated for IU's "Gloomy Clock", he said wants IU to feature in his song next time. He later expressed his admiration for Wheesung, and said that he is paying homage to him with "Hallelujah".
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Check out his interview above!
source: allkpop
Jonghyun revealed that he came up with 'BASE' as his album title because his first encounter with music was with the bass instrument, and also mentioned that it rhymes with Taemin's solo album title, 'ACE'. He also chose IU as the artist whom he wants to collaborate with again. Although they previously collaborated for IU's "Gloomy Clock", he said wants IU to feature in his song next time. He later expressed his admiration for Wheesung, and said that he is paying homage to him with "Hallelujah".
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Check out his interview above!
source: allkpop
Hanbok, the traditional clothing of Korea is elegant, sophisticated and beautiful just like the girls in K-Pop!
We’re used to seeing the girls in K-Pop looking sexy and beautiful in their stage clothing but they show of an entirely different side of their beauty with the traditional clothing of Korea, Hanbok! Check out this list titled, “16 Gorgeous Female K-Pop Idols In Hanbok”
Hanbok, the traditional clothing of Korea is elegant, sophisticated and beautiful just like the girls in K-Pop!
Yura - Girl's Day
Yoona - SNSD
Sunny - SNSD
Sulli - f(x)
Soyu - SISTAR
Sojin - Girl's Day
Seung-Yeon - KARA
Son Na-eun - Apink
Minah - Girl's Day
Jessica
IU
Hyeri - Girl's Day
Goo Hara - KARA
Jung Eunji - Apink
Bora & Hyorin - SISTAR
source: koreaboo
We’re used to seeing the girls in K-Pop looking sexy and beautiful in their stage clothing but they show of an entirely different side of their beauty with the traditional clothing of Korea, Hanbok! Check out this list titled, “16 Gorgeous Female K-Pop Idols In Hanbok”
Hanbok, the traditional clothing of Korea is elegant, sophisticated and beautiful just like the girls in K-Pop!
Yura - Girl's Day
Yoona - SNSD
Sunny - SNSD
Sulli - f(x)
Soyu - SISTAR
Sojin - Girl's Day
Seung-Yeon - KARA
Son Na-eun - Apink
Minah - Girl's Day
Jessica
IU
Hyeri - Girl's Day
Goo Hara - KARA
Jung Eunji - Apink
Bora & Hyorin - SISTAR
source: koreaboo
High4 appeared on MBC Music’s Idol School set to air on October 28. During the show, High4’s Sung Gu shard the story behind crying in front of IU and hardships he went through before debuting.
High4’s Sung Gu said, “I spent my trainee days with IU. At the time IU told me, ‘I will help you out once you debut,’ and I’m so thankful because she kept her promise by appearing in the music video for Not Spring, Love, or Cherry Blossoms,” revealing that he cried while drinking with IU afterwards.
Sung Gu also shared that he appeared as an extra for over 100 times before he debuted as he dreamed of becoming a singer. MC So Jin commented, “It seems like Sung Gu really worked hard in his life. I hope that he becomes successful as High4,” bringing warm atmosphere to the set.
MBC Music’s Idol School featuring High4, LABOUM and GB9 is set to air on October 28 at 6 p.m.
Photo credit: MBC Music