K-Wave Stateside: K-Pop Stories in American News (Week of October 7 - October 13)

2AM Will Perform Their First Ever Solo Concert in the US!

Billboard caught up with the group in Los Angeles and they commented by saying that on December 15th, the guys will perform their first ever solo concert at the Nokia L.A. Los Angeles Club. The name of the concert will be "Nocturne in Christmas" and they want to give their fans in the United States a happy Merry Christmas! Ticket prices will range from $153.50 for participation in the high touch event and early entry to $53.50. They will start going on sale October 12 Saturday morning.

Major Lazer Recruits G-Dragon and TOP

So Fuse had an article about Major Lazer for the records new song titled "Bubble Butt" and that they have recruited TOP and G-Dragon to be in the song. Also included are Bruno Mars, Tyga, and San Francisco MC Mystic. Let's see how this music video turns out and what the reviews will be.

T-ara and Shinee has Performed Their New Single and is Catching Attention

So T-ara is not due to launch their comeback single "Number 9" until October 10 and Shinee until the 14th with "Everybody." But, they have already released it and their return is looking great. Both music are awesome and T-ara and Shinee fans will not be disappointed according to Popdust.

Clara is back in the News Again by Being Compared to Kim Kardashian

Popdust released an article regarding about Clara and that K-Pop fans are comparing the sex symbol and part time actress to Kim Kardashian now that she will have her own reality show titled "Clara's Like a Virgin" which will begin airing this week. The article then goes on further to explain that she has been all over media by being in dramas, commercials, movies, and now her own show. What can Clara not do is what Popdust is asking?

IU's New Album Ranks on Top in-terms of Charts

So there was numerous uncertainty that IU's new album will not be a hit due to the scandals she went through. Though those did not stop her; according to an article from Popdust, IU's album ranks high on the Korean charts. IU has really matured and her songs show it. Congrats to this young star!

Busker Busker Remains on Top Still on The Gaon Charts

Popdust had an article on how Busker Busker is still holding steady at number one with their hit song, "First Love." Though there are other stars that are quickly climbing the charts. Jung Joon-young is in third for "Spotless Mind", Block B for "Very Good" at number six, SECRETS's Jong Ji Eun at number 9 for "False Hope", Seo In Young at 19 for "Love Me", Ladies Code at number 22 for "Pretty Pretty", and Tiny-G at number 100 for "Miss Me."

T-ara is Hitting the Charts with Their Comeback Song "Number 9"

Popdust released an article regarding about T-ara and how their how hitting the charts with their song, "Number 9." With all the scandals that the group went through, people were skeptic that they will not make a great return. They song has reached the top ten on Melon, top five on Naver, and top three on every chart. Congrats T-ara!

G-Dragon is a Fan Favorite in America!

Fuse wrote an article on a K-Pop star that is a fan favorite. The star is G-Dragon due to his song "Coup d' Etat" by being an hit song. He is truly hitting and taking the world by storm! His song has caught attention in North America and with American singers getting interested, G-D has worked with some such as Missy Elliot, Boys Noize, Sky Ferreira, and Diplo. Great job G-Dragon!

Justin Gets Too Friendly in South Korea

Hollywood recently had an article regarding his tour in Asia and that he is getting a little too friendly with the Korean ladies. Pictures came out of him kissing Sandara Park on the cheek as well as Lee Chaelin. Bieber made numerous friends in South Korea as well as flirted with the ladies. I think Bieber should watch where his puts lips because it is truly catching attention.

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