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Emerging idol groups, “We’re number one!”

With the second half of 2008 much attention has been on the great number of idol groups emerging.

SHINee=Dance, Singing, and Fashion
SHINee received a lot of attention when designer clothes was combined with their fashion to aid them with their dance and singing. “Aside from the standard dancing and singing SHINee receives much attention because of their fashion because of the help of designer Ha Sang Baek,” said a SHINee representative. SHINee’s music video “You’re Like Oxygen” from their recent first album features intensely colorful clothes describing that SHINee not only represents singing and dancing but fashion also.

2AM=Not dance but ballad winner
A 2AM representative stated, “2AM is not superior when it comes to dance, but they are different because they are victorious when it comes to ballads.”

2AM originally were being trained as dancers but after being recognized with powerful voices the image of the group was changed. A representative revealed that even though the members including Jo Kwon are shy they still maintain a very fierce artistic contenence.

U-KISS=7 country proficient multi-national group
U-KISS takes a different strategy and emerges as a multi-national group. A U-KISS representative states, “U-KISS’ members know a range of languages with a total of 7 languages” and “In the time of global competition, U-KISS not only plans to perform in Korea but plan to take the stage overseas as well.”

2PM=Magnificent performers
2PM’s concept is a “performance boyband,” where they feature their gorgeous performances. With 2PM’s dance you are shown their exquisite skills such as acrobatics and B-Boying paired with Korean music.

“2PM not only contains beautiful performances and love songs, but smart contents accompanied with unique accessories, and their masculine features are sure to be a hit,” stated a representative.

Source: Starnews
Credit: Seoulfull