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I want the feeling of old g7 back The warm/family feeling is hardly present these days...

I hope to see them there... But even then, I am going to keep my expectations low for now. They have a good chance because they are really recognized in the Japanese media now, with so many news reports on them. Also get to host Japan program which is kind of unheard of for a korean artist. But we shall see.

Yea I thought they were gonna have new stage background and new costumes like the one in the album art leh.. In the end it looks like the same. Well I guess we just have to wait for the full version to release. But with past DSP's PV/MV quality, I think it is kinda expected. Anyway, I hope DSP will focus more on MV and internet marketing in the future, cause they seem a bit old fashioned as compared to YG and SM. Edit: I also think that they are going to be full force in Japan while half force in Korea, now that they earn more in Japan. But hey, this strategy might work just like for Boa.

Oh wow! 11/19 TV Asahi Music Station - KARA, kattun, Taylor Swift, etc. Taylor swift is in Japan??!!?! And kara is going to be on the same stage with her woohoo!

I saw the scenes with Jiyoung, felt like she was really shining amongst the others.. Maybe because she has fair skin and that cute smiley face always. And of course, since she is best friends with Sulli, they were being really cute together...

I think it might be the title track though, in the recent teaser for strong heart they also played that song. The choreography might not be what Kpop fans are used to and looking forward to though 0_0. Personally, i like it still.

I feel sad about invincible youth. It was a great show at the start. However, the new members seemed unnatural within the cast and are unable to raise the atmosphere or play around with other members much. The atmosphere is quite dull at times. Worse is that I think the new members are not that entertaining by themselves, maybe with some exception, Vic. Just planting, like Sori. Hara still does gags but sometimes I can see she tries hard but others don't really try to follow up with her except Shinyoung. Anyway I still look forward to the next 2 reunion episodes. After that I don't even know if Hara would be recording given her comeback schedule in november in both Korea and Japan. With its ratings I hope they don't ax the show cause its one less chance to see Hara every week.

Kara4lifeYea that's the moment...Heh.. its so naturally cute .. Thanks for the GIF! Her reactions are just.. Now that you say about the PD capturing more of her solo reaction shots now, I agree with that too. Her natural reactions and somewhat unexpected has been her trademark If they can show more of that side of her, I think she would make a good addition to the team Well the vault thingy was quite expected after watching her jump in Dream Team.. MC Hwijae during the last jump said " Nicole! Good at sports and English. Where can you find this kind of friend? " But she was so shy and humble and waved her hands(like a no expression) .... Noh Hong Chul Reading out the rankings reasons why they like who they chose. Poll out of 200 primary students.. Some reasons also quite puzzling but well.. primary school students... 1st IU - Because she sings well. 3rd Lee Jin - Because she looks familiar >< (everyone was puzzled at this) 9th Seo In Young - Seems fun to tease her >< 11th Noh Sa yeon - Because she seems interesting >< This week they would be interacting with kids...Would be interesting episode...

I would add that technically Jumping is a much more difficult song than Lupin or Mister so I think they did well considering all the factors like having little sleep etc . In addition the girls are visibly tired and dazed. Of course I look forward to a perfect performance I think that would be really impressive for them.

My favorite part of the episode was during the poem writing. Immediately after MC finished talking, Nicole put her head down in front of the camera, haha. The expression was super cute there. Other than that, Nicole showed her competitiveness during the vault part as usual. Also add that I like her hairstyle for this episode. Its much more suited to this show as the camera can capture all her cute expressions. About the poll this week, it was chosen by 200 primary school students, with the criteria of whom they would like to befriend with. Nicole got number 8. Haha. But its more of a fun poll. However, I am beginning to have some doubts about the show nowadays. Even though she does reasonably well, the screen time is still quite little. Moreover, while she interacts well with other members (like In Young, I was surprised) , she seemed to be unable to speak much other than when it is her turn to perform. I think this kind of show where people have to be able to speak well is not so suitable for her.

First time I saw Nicole was during Lupin. Back then I also happened to see t-ara Eunjung and F(x) amber in some other video and I didn't really know Kpop groups. So all I thought was " Wow Kpop is really in to this tomboy thing." But I can see that unlike Amber (no offense), Nicole was a sweet looking girl in a boy's hairstyle. But ultimately, it was her charisma during Lupin stages that drawn me to Kara. So yeah at first to me Nicole looks like pretty girl with tom boy look, but quite fierce on stage.

agreed she did well... She is always solid in any performance... That time when she wasn't around in Hallyu Dream concert the effects were pretty noticeable.. I wish more people would like Ham...To me she is the heart of Kara... heh.

@nerdissa I agree with you observations. Their fully live performance to me is very encouraging and impressive for me. I think it is because in Japan artists do that as well. Its a much harder song than mister, unfamiliar and they are singing right after their performance last night. But Hara still tend to off pitch alot and unstable sounds. But then also don't forget the dance is quite rigorous and they are dancing and singing so.. Honestly I went to Jacky Cheung ( Zhang xue you) concert before and he also cracked lor. Lol no big deal for nicole at all more practice and it will be better.

The crack was noticeable but I feel didn't have that big impact on the whole performance. The impression I had was that although tired, they tried to put up a energetic performance. And overall its a good performance. There were no signs of discouragement on her face at all even after she cracked and she cheerfully performed the rest of the way. I wish they could get some rest now especially their vocals. Jumping is a surprisingly hard song to sing with sudden high notes and vigorous dance.

Oh the songs that Nicole sang are my favorite as well.... First love and Yuki no Hana.. Woot... Haha they are quite dorky here. I hope they continue to be who they are as their natural reactions makes me like them.

I quite like the performance although there were abit of flaws, it was 100% live. I think few girl groups would attempt to do it like this on a non-music program where flaws could show easily for their debut live performance. It is a Jing Day though.. She was outstanding throughout the performance and I just love her confidence during her falsetto part. The hosts seems to like the performance as well.. Whew. It seemed to me during the interview they were either nervous or tired as they seemed to be dazed ..... Overall it exceeded my expectations but I will look forward to an even better performance from them.

Well it seems so. So its RIAJ gold? haha. This is directly From the google translate : Kara has recently entered Japan Korea Korean singers first album set a record breaking 10 million copies sold. 3일 카라의 일본 내 음반 유통을 맞고 있는 유니버셜재팬 관계자에 따르면 카라가 지난 9월말 발매한 한국어 베스트 앨범이 10만장을 넘는 판매고를 올렸다. Kara 3 days now in circulation in Japan Universal Music Japan, according to officials released the end of the last 9 Kara Korean Best album has sold over 10 million copies. 현재 카라의 베스트앨범은 오리콘 차트에서 총 판매량이 9만장으로 집계됐다. Kara's best album here in the Oricon chart, with total sales totaled 9 million. 하지만 오리콘 차트에 반영되지 않는 판매량도 적지 않아 일본 레코드 협회가 집계하는 실 판매량은 10만장을 훌쩍 넘겼다는 설명. But sales have not reflected on the Oricon chart is not quite the real sales figures compiled by the Recording Industry Association of Japan, which swept 10 million handed over to the description. 한국어 앨범으로 10만장 판매 돌파 기록은 90년대 이후 일본에 진출한 한국 가수 최초의 성적이다. Korean album sales reached record 10 million copies in Japan since the 90s, entered the South Korea is the singer's first score. I think the million refers to 10,000.

d2bd Well, haha maybe can try to reach her on tweet? ... She is quite self-conscious anyway maybe she would notice After looking at the pics again I think it isn't that bad, although i would prefer her to have a little bangs cause its abit cuter... This image quite mature. Probably also she always has major changes to her hair styling every album, compared to Hara,Jiyoung and Gyul who have quite consistent hairstyles..

Not sure if this was posted but from Tokyohive update Oricon October ranking. Oricon has just revealed its monthly charts for October. Number 7 omg Daebak. And their sales are so near my favorite japanese female artist Mika Nakashima. This is great news!! They are up to something big this time.Hope it reaches gold <Album Monthly Chart> 1. Request – JUJU 9/29 (374,183) 2. 8UPPERS – Kanjani8 10/20 (248,914) 3. Houkago Tea Time II – Houkago Tea Time 10/27 (127,367) 4. GLAY – GLAY 10/13 (114,074) 5. Togemaru – Spitz 10/27 (95,038) 6. STAR – Nakashima Mika 10/27 (92,962) 7. KARA BEST 2007 – 2010 – KARA 9/29 (89,614) 8. ETERNITY ~Love & Songs~ – Koda Kumi 10/13 (72,252) 9. The Best of Shogo Hamada Vol.3 The Last Weekend – Hamada Shogo 10/6 (59,519) 10. A Thousand Suns – Linkin Park 9/15 (56,415) Also information for singles ( I guess mister sold mostly during September and August) <Single Monthly Chart> 1. Beginner – AKB48 10/27 (826,989) 2. Dear Snow – Arashi 10/6 (572,537) 3. I Wish For You – 10/6 EXILE (218,132) 4. Uchuhikoushi he no Tegami/Motor Cycle – BUMP OF CHICKEN 10/13 (118,031) 5. Yoku Asobi, Yoku Manabe – NYC 10/20 (102,721) 6. L(Virgin Road/Sweet Season/Last angel) – Hamasaki Ayumi 9/29 (92,478) 7. Gee – Shoujo Jidai 10/20 (89,561) 8. Kimi ni Todoke – flumpool 9/29 (56,683) 9. cosmetic – SID 9/29 (43,700) 10. Motto Tsuyoku – EXILE 9/15 (40,024) Source Tokyohive

I guess they are really trying hard to have different hairstyles for different promotions, but I really liked her with Lupin hairstyle as she felt more confident then. But it seemed like after looking at her new style, it's not too bad as well. She seems a bit more comfortable in her new hairstyle from her most recent pictures. I also noticed she tends to cover her mouth with her hands frequently as(mainly from heroes) compared to a few months back. I remembered back then she was quite confident during her variety show appearances and didn't do it as often. Maybe because back then her hair covered her face more ? Haha. Anyway I hope she can believe in her appearance as she is a pretty girl. We will always support her!

Omg Ham with long hair again wee! Nicole looks so cute!! Jing Hara and Gyuri looks like gorgeous ladies .. This is a really nice promotional cover (white background) its natural and really let the girls' looks shine, bet a lot of people will like this too. Best news of the day!

Okay I am watching for the 5th or 6th time already... Super hyperactive Jing! Byong byong byong byong.. ehhe She is so entertaining nowadays....

Wah Jing's tweeting from Phuket. Wouldn't that be costly with those international data fees.. Anyway the experience of losing your luggage overseas can be quite depressing.. Lucky they found it in the end hehe <3 I love to read her tweets cause she is always updating Kara movements nowadays ..

Lost24 thanks for the screen caps.. Nicole looks so pretty with her new style .... hehe...Looking forward to watch these episodes soon. From the first ep, I could never understand why Nicole never get high votes though... Though by right she should be at least top 3 or top 4 in popularity.... Anyone have any idea ?

The editors seem to really like Hara... During the credits there is always so much of her shown.... )