[Vid] Pop in Seoul Featured Kim Hyung Jun 04.16.11

I actually forgot to post this yesterday. Thanks to veggiedelight for the email to remind me to hit the publish button. ^_^ Likewise thanks to Babyjunnie501 for the upload in YT.

For those who still haven't seen this watch it now. I enjoyed watching this as Hyung Jun gave spontaneous answers, looking good and seems very relax as it's KARA's Ji Yeon cousin who is interviewing him. I just hope that others won't put again malice to his answers. I am really looking forward to Kim brothers collaboration. I hope that it'll be soon.

By April, Hyung Jun will be done with his Korean activities then will proceed with his activities in Asia. So guys do look forward for his schedule. I read on Twitter that he'll be going to Singapore in June. ^^

[Vid] Hyung Jun with K.Will

This video i believe has been posted some time ago when Hyung Jun was just starting to promote his solo album. Thanks to reena29shadow for tweeting the link to this video.

The video will show you K.Will and Hyung Jun at the dressing room (if I am not mistaken Inkigayo?) being interviewed and each teaching the signature dance step of their latest songs Alright, not because I am a Hyung Jun fan but I think he does K.Will's dance step so smoothly that I am liking it. ^^

Thanks to starshipTV for providing the video on YT.

[Pix] Hyung Jun Fan Signing @ Busan 04.16.11

After having a one day rest yesterday Hyung Jun is back to work and went to Busan today for anther fan signing event. Here are photos which I lifted from SS601 from the post of동그라미.

Hyung Jun is really looking great with this kind of hairstyle. He has been having this style for several weeks now and really liking it much. It suits him well.

[Pix & Vid] Hyung Jun @ SBS PowerFM CultShow by Prettyboy

Today our very busy Kim Hyung Jun was at SBS PowerFM CultShow to promote his album 'My Girl'. Prettyboy was at the station and took video and photos of him which is already posted on their website. Much much thanks to their shutterbug.

Though looking tired (look at his eyebags... he reminds me of Garfield, they're so big and dark T_T) Hyung Jun still look dashing today. I like his hair up and I always like him wearing long sleeves shirt.

Btw, do check the video below as he sang 'Because I'm Stupid' live in the show.

[Article] Ambitious Hyung Jun

Loads of thank you once again to xiaochu for the translation of this article and sharing on Quainte501.

As the saying goes, within our dreams and aspirations we find our opportunities. And I believe that is what Hyung Jun is doing. And in every opportunity, he makes sure that he gives his best and be recognized of the hard work.

[News] Kim HyungJun “Greedy Magnae is 'Ambitious-dol'"
Credits : http://news.nate.com/view/20110406n03538 (annjoy@donga.com & onecut@donga.com)
Reposted at SS601.com
English Translation : xiaochu @ Quainte501.com

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He said he has the feeling of happiness which he didn’t feel even at the height of his popularity. Group SS501’s member Kim HyungJun took his first step in becoming a solo singer and felt the excitement of having a new start as well as gained confidence of being able to do everything at the same time.

Kim HyungJun, who was being loved by his elder brothers in SS501, broke off the image as a magnae and became ‘Standing alone’. He started his solo activities and said “I have the confidence to stand tall”. It was 1 year after SS501’s last activities when Kim HyungJun stood on the stage again as a singer. Through his solo mini album ‘My Girl’ released on 8-Mar, he stretched out his ‘flying’ wings.

“Things that used to be done with 5 members are done on my own now, so I felt the sense of emptiness and felt scared. I couldn’t sleep at night at the thought of how should I go about to get recognition, even the words ‘Will I be able to do well?’ becomes a burden that pressed on my shoulders. I know I am not able to give 100% satisfaction to the many people who are watching over me, but I am working hard to reduce, even if it’s just a little, the opinions of ‘Magnae, baby, cannot be alone’.

The reason for the confidence in Kim HyungJun starts from SS501 days where he was doing his solo activities as radio DJ and others.

“Due to the nature of radio DJ job, I am alone most of the time. I also gained a lot. Choi BaekHo sunbaenim whose program was right before mine, said he also had the experience of failure, and gave me an advice to ‘go slowly’. If you advance step by step, there is nothing impossible to do but if you go in haste, you will fall off very easily. So it reduces my stress, and my thoughts that I am alone also slowly vanished.”

Kim HyungJun is into his 2nd year of radio DJ this year. It is a program at 2am. Generally programs at this hour are hosted by female announcers with soft voices. However Kim HyungJun defies the stereotype and attracts fans with his playfulness like his usual self.

“I do live broadcast about twice per week. Even though it was a little tiring but because I have gotten used to it, I became a dawn (night) person. Though I am a 25-years-old sleepy head, I feel strong at the response that I am ‘Being an energizer at dawn’.”

Kim HyungJun has an all-rounded activities from radio DJ to solo activities and musical plays. Even the image that he wants is to be a ‘Renaissance Entertainer’ engaged in activities without boundaries. In fact, Kim HyungJun recently started a character business with his brother Ki Bum, previously in U-Kiss.

“Because I am interested in gaming, I am also the team leader of a 7-member game team. I also have the ambition to go into acting, so I want to stand in front of fans as an actor soon. People around me see me as ‘Ambitious-dol’. To be living up to the name of ‘Ambitious-dol’, I will do it taking my own time and enjoy myself. Because I’m taking the baby steps now, please look forward to Kim HyungJun who will be standing out among the rest in various fields.”

[Audio] Hyung Jun's 'Girl' and 'oH! aH!' Japanese Version'

We love the Korean version of Hyung Jun's 'Girl' and 'oH! aH!' Now comes the Japanese version which I am sure we'll also love. Much thanks to yoolove071026 for uploading on YT. Much thanks as well to veggiedelight for the tip.

'Girl'



'oH! aH!

[Pix] Another Fan Signing Event for Hyung Jun 04.02.11

Hyung Jun had another fan signing event yesterday for those fans who bought their 'My Girl' album at Fantastic Records.

Here are photos and a video from the shutterbug of Prettyboy. Much much thanks!



If you can't view the video above you may click HERE.

And here the beautiful photos from the fan signing event.

[Trans] Kim Hyung Jun Interview with TV Report

Another MUST read article about Kim Hyung Jun. Much thanks once again to Ode for translating this one and sharing on her blog.

Honestly, Hyung Jun is an awe-inspiring person. As he matures, his insights are becoming more deeper. Do check this article from TVReport to find out what I am talking about.

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[Trans] Kim Hyung Jun Interview with TV Report
English translation courtesy of Ode / SS501ode.blogspot.com

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SS501 Kim Hyungjun has overcomed the past 1 year's ordeal period and has made his solo comeback recently. After undertaking an ordeal, he's now returned even more earnest - as a singer, and, as a person.

As he met up with the journalist recently, "I stepped into this singer industry since I was young and so most of the matters in daily life had to be settled by my manager, but soon I thought if I would become a person growing in the greenhouse*, and I find that so scary... I came to my senses and bucked up", as Kim Hyungjun revealed.

*According to Ode : To be growing in a greenhouse means something like the 'Strawberry Generation', of teens born in the early-1980s, to be always depending on others for their survival and knows nothing but stretch hands for money and food. Thanks Ode!

"Not long ago I heard talks about some-some-some people not even able to make their own passports by themselves... At that time I heard about it, my heart ached. Most of my matters were settled at the company in fact, so at that time I heard, it dawned on me about the fact that I'm guilty for that", "I re-question myself about what kind of person am I. After realizing, I then completely came to my senses" (ie; dawned upon him and he realized), as he continued to further elaborate.

Not long ago, he started a character business with his younger brother Kim Kibum and achieved success in no time. To this Kim Hyungjun has a piece to say, "As far as I know and am able to do, that is, and people around me have been giving their acknowledgement on that as well. Things that I could do by myself - I now work hard to do it by myself. I dislike to become a person who grows in the greenhouse", as Hyungjun added.

SS501 members have since moved into different agencies respectively and group activities are temporarily stopped for the time being. But to Kim Hyungjun, this is actually a chance for him to be able to leap and sprint into a higher level as a singer and as a person. "My heart aches, but though tough, now that I have more responsibility with me on my shoulders, resolution and determination skills have also sharpened", as he reviewed looking back on his past 1 year.

Before he could get to relax further in the already stabilized reality as a part of SS501, the chance for him to stand alone came; and that is one gleam of light that he's been looking for. As he overcomes the ordeal in the process, his first solo album 'My Girl' was thus also released. It's a piece of work that was prepared with the thought "Do what I want" in mind.

"Rather than staying sad over it only, might as well do your best in the given situation. I worked hard for that and tried hard to show my bright profile. When people see my smiling face, I don't know if they'll exclaim like 'that lad seems to be doing better solo huh'. but even if it'll be for the goodwill of other members, I do think it's more preferred if I smile throughout instead".

He may be smiling all time, but Kim Hyungjun treats himself hard-headedly. As he talks about his ending piece of product, he says "it'll be great if people could take a look to my name characters - Kim.Hyung.Jun", as he made that modest statement. On a more extreme note, he divulged his personal wish, which is to break out of that title as 'an idol', and turn into 'an artiste' named Kim Hyung Jun.

At this moment, it's about Kim Hyungjun making his first step forward - only.

[Article] Hyung Jun said that his heart feels less full when...

Ode translated two interesting interview again from TVDaily on her blog. I am shoving one of them here now. Thanks much again Ode for the hardwork.

Go and read and learn more how caring and mature Hyung Jun has become.

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[Article] Solo transformist Kim Hyungjun, "Having lesser fans than SS501 days, kinda sad"
Source : TVDaily
English translation by Ode / SS501ode.blogspot.com

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Kim Hyungjun who's returned as a solo singer and not the maknae of group SS501 - we saw the more matured side of his this time. Has he broken out of the guardian shell by his brothers? In his eyes we saw eagerness. Whilst we listen to his gag-filled talks, we also see his beautiful smiles spread across his face - as usual. The moment he talks about music and his business, he turns into an ecstatic mode almost immediately. He may still be at a tender age, but having started social life early, his thoughts were as equally deep, and dreams equally big.

In releasing this first album under the name Kim Hyungjun, he has had put in alot of concern throughout the process. As soon as he talks about the album, his eyes shone and becomes playful like a child as if he discovered a new-found toy. Though he is naive and innocent like a child, that didn't seem to be bothersome at all.

"I like sophisticated kind of music, and I pursue after the pop genre of music, and I wanted to do that kind of music. At first, I actually didn't like a song like 'oH! aH!', but as I was recording for it, I began to grow really fond of it. It's really true that you gotta undergo the recording of a song first before the true feel of a song is felt. Even the sound of it is unique - the mystique and dreamy feel. The entire concept in this time's album is about sophistication and simplicity, and at the same time, pop-oriented and neat on the whole. It should only be filled with music that I fancy isn't it (laughs)".

As he described each song inclusive in the album, passion and seriousness was very evident in his eyes. His pride for each song that was produced meticulously by top craftsmen was stinging.

It used to be five members standing together on stage, but now, he needs to stand on the stage alone and fill the presence. Standing on that huge stage alone, filling the presence in front of many fans and adapting to fans' anticipation could bring huge burden for one, however, Kim Hyungjun dismissed that, "I've been thinking about whether or not this is the path that I should take, and after thinking, I realize that I actually like doing it alone", as he laughed it off simply.

"This is the first album under the name Kim Hyungjun so it's very much meaningful, and was produced with alot of effort and concerns. It used to be five of us doing these, but now that I'm doing it alone, I do feel a little empty. I know it'd be tough and hard but right now, more than fear, I actually am getting anticipated about what I should do in the road ahead".

"This burden was huge in a way it can't be expressed in words. There were also many worries. But hmm could it be because I've been doing alot of personal activities already that, as I'm carrying out solo activities now, the burden was washed away very immediately. That's because I'm able to do the things I want to do in a little more relaxing manner. Now, even if I may think about whether this will be my path to walk or not, it actually seems good in doing it alone. It's really blissful right now. Our members are always watching over me and also rooted on for me by asking me not to tremble too much nor get nervous and strive for No.1".

Could it be because of his bright and positive personality that even with this burden caused, it seemed to have been dumped aside as though insignificant. To Kim Hyungjun, doing solo activities is more about feeling any possible tinge of sorriness and disappointment for his fans, rather than burden that he will feel.

"If I do activities alone, obviously there would be good sides to it too, right. When you sit in vans, there is enough space for yourself; and when I'm in the waiting lounge, I have plenty of time to do thinking on myself. I get to realize what is it that I need to show to people, and this could seemingly allow me to appeal to people. However, I don't personally feel the same amount of huge love received like last time. There were people who have liked me since last time, and also some other people who likes the other members, too. To be honest, my heart feels less full as compared to when the five of us were together back then. I feel a little sadness for that".

Kim Hyungjun did not just talk about how he feels sad and disappointed that he does not feel the same, equal amount of love received as before. Instead, he's a very caring and concerning man who knows how to first tend to fans' feelings wherein they feel sad about not being able to see SS501 on a same stage together for the moment.

It'd be great for us to keep anticipating on what this bright, cheerful and extremely positive man with deep consideration for others would have in store for us on the road ahead of him.

[Article] Hyung Jun 'Im a greedy person'

Here's is another good interview of Hyung Jun. Much thanks to Honeyeee (& Wonderrrgirl) for the translation posted on Love501 forum.

In this interview (as well as the other interviews of Hyung Jun recently) you could sense how he has mature and has taken a big leap. All I wish for him of course is be able to achieve his goals.

Btw, in the last article I posted about Hyung Jun, one anonymous visitor left a comment describing Hyung Jun beautifully. In case you missed reading it, you may just click HERE.

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[Trans] SS501 Kim Hyung Jun, 'Solo Singer.Actor. Entrepreneur.. I'm a greedy person"
Source: Osen
Korean to English Translation: Honeyeee @ Love501.com
(Vet through and 'marked' by Wonderrrgirl ^^)

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Be in group SS501 or as solo singer, it is necessary that Kim Hyung Jun's all-rounded talent is noticeable. Singer, actor, business man. To be able to confidently release an album of his own, Kim Hyung Jun is not the cute maknae of the group anymore.

Kim Hyung Jun made his comeback and released his first mini-album 'My Girl' after a year. When being asked about the feeling of standing on the stage alone, he said "It feels good. I was able to fulfil what i had wanted to do". His shinning eyes shows his determination of wanting to show more in the future.

"I have wanted to try solo even while it was the 5 of us. I have always wanted to try being on my own. I have a lot of desire. I'm greedy." He said, "I wanted something distinctive" with his eyes full of dreams.

The biggest advantage of a solo is to be able to freely pursue the kind music. For Kim Hyung Jun's first mini album, he spent about 2 months looking for title song 'oH! aH!' since it is going to be the song that marks the beginning of his solo work. Sophisticated and intense reaction. Feel that it is a good start.

"Kim Hyung Jun has this side too?", "Kim Hyung Jun right?", "Kim Hyung Jun have changed a lot" Kim Hyung Jun feel satisfied when he hear words like this and will want to work even harder on his transformation.

Of course there were worries. "Frankly, i feel burdened, of course. However, I enjoy myself on the stage once i found my confidence. Embarking on solo activities have proved a great significance on its own."

Now, Kim Hyung Jun's appearance have vary greatly as compared to as when he was with the other 4 members. Character wise, he has changed too. Of course there were difficulties. The members have been together for 6 years and they was subjected to extreme stress when they are separated.

"Of course i felt lonely. But i can feel myself becoming a lot more mature. In the past, I don't voice out my thoughts and opinions strongly. Therefore i had a lot of regrets deep down, so much that i might have developed some internal injuries inside. When in group activities, other members can fill up my lacking parts. But it is different now. I have to bear all the responsibilities by myself. I feel more grown up. And i am gaining myself more confidence too."


There is also another fear. A fear that is experienced by anyone who transforms into solo artiste from group, that is the shrinking of fanbase.

This is something that Kim Hyung Jun himself agrees with and he also believes that it is something that must be overcome by himself.

"I have to overcome this process. Initially i have thoughts like did the fans lessen, did the fans who came to see me lessen, did the voices shouting for me lessen. But only after overcoming this, you can truly enjoy yourself while on the stage. Now i get to create something right from scratch."

Kim Hyung Jun thought it wasn't enough to concentrate on choreography, so he started working hard on vocal training again right from the beginning. Although he wasn't 100% satisfied, his new image brings surprises to all.

When being asked about his first stage broadcast, he revealed "I was really nervous. I made a lot of mistakes during rehearsal. I was never so shakened before. But i am a little stage conscious. Once i was on the stage, i could not feel the nervousness i felt before, but i felt a burst of joy."

Kim Hyung Jun who have a lot of desire wishes to excel in not just singing, but also hopes to be someone who excels in acting. Having done the musical 'Caffeine', Kim Hyung Jun has proven himself with potential as an actor.

The voice with great advantages. Unlike his pretty face, Kim Hyung Jun is blessed with a deep bassy voice, which is a plus point to him as he is capable of pulling off a wide genre of songs during both acting and singing.

"Honestly, musical was a little tough for me since i am still learning. It was like a new world to me. It is an area where I can do well and i want to do well. I was lucky that the response was good. It was really a wise decision to participate in a musical. Nevertheless, music is still my priority, but i too have desire to venture into acting."

Kim Hyung Jun takes another name, the business man. Before, when Kim Hyung Jun's younger brother Kim Kibum was still active as a UKISS member, both brothers joint hands and ventured into character business 'Piro Piro' which was doing fairly well.

"Business is better than expected. And is expanding a little by little. Our office has already grown bigger. Staff has also increased. Haha. I am working with my brother and i am really happy about it. Kibum has got a strong entrepreneur's streak. And most importantly, I am really proud of my brother when i see him working hard." (Honeyeee: Hyung Jun nim~ im so proud of you too! ^^)

Because it is still in the early days, Kim Hyung Jun is still not sure about his final goal. But the answer is clear that the youth with overwhelming ambitious has returned. "I want be a successful creator like Park Jin Young, Lee Soo Man, Yang Hyun Seok sunbaenims. I want to help the juniors who have dreams to build their dreams. But of course, even though this might be tough and difficult, I would still like to challenge it. One day i will somehow achieve it right? Nothing is impossible. Haha"

Kim Hyung Jun whose promotional activities in Japan was put off due to the earthquake in Japan, will now focus on domestic activities.

[Article] SS501 is the motivation behind Kim Hyung Jun

Super heaps of thanks to reena29shadow for translation this and sharing on her blog. It's another interesting article about Hyung Jun as he talks about himself, his album, goals and SS501 and it's members. Do check out how he members of SS501 when drunk from Hyung Jun's own story.

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[Eng Trans] Kim Hyung Jun: “The essential existence of SS501″
Credit: KoreaStarDaily.com 宣美炅记者
English translation: reena29shadow@twitter

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Kim Hyung Jun is no longer the baby of SS501, he who have debut for 7 years will be standing on stage alone will show only the domineering side and not nervousness because of all his hardwork offscreen and a strong sense of pride. You can call Kim Hyung Jun a bright person, during the interview, he replied every question with smile. Although he still behave like a child some times, but he clearly knows what is the thing he wants. Not that he’s not nervous for his solo stage, but Kim Hyung Jun’s curiosity and confidence conquers his nervousness. Even though he’s standing on stage alone, you wouldn’t feel that other members is missing.

[To Kim Hyung Jun, what does SS501?]

[SS501 is the motivation behind Kim Hyung Jun now, is also the essential existence in my life. Members gave me lots of support and encouragement, they also say I must get Number 1. They have been following closely on my performance and asking me not to be nervous.] When he talked about himself, he was very calm, but when he mentioned other members, he suddenly turns into a child who’s much loved by members.

[Normally when we meet up, we will go for a drink. I can’t really hold my liquor, but others member are very good drinkers. Hyun Joong-hyung drink fast and he gets drunk very fast, he will definitely not wake up]. His embarrass expression when saying this is like Kim Hyun Joong Is now drunk beside him. [Young Saeng-hyung will become talkative, behaves like a child. Sometimes he will also imitate others, saying why Hyung Jun is so handsome. Jung Min will start running around, KyuJong will just stare with his eyes wide open.] His eyes lit with trust and affections with he talked about his members, it’s just like there’s an invisible lines that connects all members, maybe we will still get to see the day when all SS501 members stands on the same stage.

[Although now that our management company is different, but we promise each another that we will work together, if we can’t even keep this promise, then we really have no sense of obligation. Even if the period will be short, but we still hope to gathers together. Of course there’s bound to be inconvenience when our agency is different, but when all our individual activities have completed, till then, SS501 will release an album, either end of this year or beginning of next year.]

Things that hold SS501 together is not only music, Kim Hyung Jun, Kim Hyun Joong, Park Jung Min and Kim KyuJong are all experienced in acting, [If I were to act with Hyun Joong-hyung, have to be that kind that will never meet each other kind of relationship. Wants to film something like [Movie is Movie], a character that’s so cool like So Ji Sub].

[Humanity Kim Hyung Jun VS Singer Kim Hyung Jun]

Kim Hyung Jun in variety shows also gives us an impression of outgoing and friendly impression, even when he’s standing on stage alone, there’s no sign of fright, able to speak him mind fluently, but in fact, Kim Hyung Jun is someone who enjoys to be alone. [The humanity Kim Hyung Jun is much petty, have many thoughts but don’t really voice out, also full of worries for own future. Likes to stroll alone along Hangang River and also likes driving around alone. As an entertainer Kim Hyung Jun, I’m flamboyance. Am very cheerful and positive. When people saw me, they will say that I’m very cheerful and hardworking].

Kim Hyung Jun who is very strict to himself, tones down when he talked about his family. He revealed that till now, other than his parents, he have not found any role model. He also said that he looks exactly like his mother and at the same time, he showed his love and care for this brother, Ki Bum who’s also a singer. [Ki Bum can do many things, because he like figurine, he once started a business for figurines. He’s also good at composing, if there’s a chance, I would like to release an album with my brother. Although it’s a pity that he left the group, but that is already the past and it’s better to be forgotten, I told him that I wish he could give a thought about what he really wants to do and wants him to face the reality].

Not only to his brother, Kim Hyung Jun also gave lots of support to Kara who was once their junior, [Have to keep in mind the thought that everything could be settle, have to learn to give in to each another. Compared to who’s standing by with who, it’s better to learn how to compromise].

[24 years old, age when you crave for love]

24 years old young blooded, this is the age that you crave for love. But 24 years old Kim Hyung Jun says work is his priority. [I hope that I can get a girlfriend 3 years later when I have more money, I like woman who are feminine, maybe people will find my thinking conservative, but I like girls who will listen to me and one who will be a good wife. Appearance, compared to gorgeous looking, I prefer girls who are not materialistic. I really like Son TaeYoung and Son YeJin, it seems like people with Son as surname is very beautiful], a rather picky standard, as if he is picking his bride.

Kim HyungJun who wants to focus on work has been working with female artiste recently, in his latest album, MV for and , there’s also pretty ladies, [Previously if were to work with female, I will be very shy and wouldn’t know what to say, but now I have open up. Sometimes I will think that by doing that, everyone will like it more, so I will try to find topic, and become more close others. Feels more power at work with female co-workers around than when I’m working alone].

[Hope that I could get Number 1 for this album], this is Kim Hyung Jun recent target. We also hope that he who faces everything with sincerity and positive attitude could achieve what he wished for.

Hyung Jun Fan Signing @ Incheon 03.27.11 by Prettyboy

Saw this set of photos from Prettyboy last night but wasn't able to post anymore because I so sleepy already. And today I almost forgot to post it.

Here is a set of photos from Hyung Jun's fan signing event that was held last Sunday, 27 of March at Incheon. Much thanks to the shutterbug of Prettyboy.

[Pix] Hyung Jun's Fan Signing @ Incheon 03.27.11

It seems that Hyung Jun doesn't rest. Every weekend since he started promoting his 1st solo album 'My Girl' he has fan signing event. Like, yesterday he had one and today he had one more and this time at Incheon.

Here are some nicely taken photos DUCKHOOO~* which 두리둥실 shared on SS601.