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Exclusive on JOOX: Catch BTS, TWICE, WANNA ONE, RED VELVET and more on 2018 Soribada Best K-Music Awards

Monday, August 27, 2018

Great news just keeps on coming for K-Pop fans in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand! JOOX, Asia’s most popular music streaming app, is exclusively bringing you Soribada Best K-Music Awards (SOBA), up-close and in the comfort of your home this August.

Celebrating its second year, SOBA recognizes the best and most popular K-Pop artists and songs throughout the year, with fans voting for their favorite idols for the awards. This year’s event features a star-studded K-Pop idol group lineup including BTS, TWICE, Wanna One, MAMAMOO, MONSTA X, AOA, Red Velvet, NCT127, Bolbbalgan4, NU'EST W and Momoland.

This year’s SOBA gets the K-pop fever even hotter with the exclusive livestream on JOOX, on August 30 afternoon (6 PM KST).

JOOX’s 2018 SOBA live streaming schedules are as below:

Hong Kong and Malaysia – 5PM local time
Indonesia and Thailand – 4PM local time

Join the much-awaited celebration and cheer for your favorite pop chart-toppers! RSVP now to add this must-watch show to your live schedule page!

Unable to watch the action live? Fans can replay the show free via video-on-demand and exclusively on JOOX for three months ongoing until November 30, 2018, with optional English subtitles provided together with additional highlights on the red-carpet session and interviews with your favorite artists!

Poshu Yeung, Vice President of Tencent IBG, said, “The recent livestreams showcasing the best K-Pop treats, including the Melon Music Awards (MMA), Seoul Music Awards, BTS Comeback show, KCON and more, offered exciting music entertainment experiences to JOOX users and Hallyu lovers across Asia. With this year’s SOBA, we are proud to continue being a leader in bridging K-pop fans globally, staying true to our commitment to keeping the K-pop fever burning with more experiences for JOOX users.”

Stay tuned for more exciting exclusive livestreaming K-pop experiences! To enjoy your favorite K-Pop music and live performances anytime, anywhere, download JOOX from either the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, or access the JOOX website.

source: JOOX

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TWICE looking forward to 'Dance the Night Away' with Malaysian ONCE

Friday, July 27, 2018

We bet many fans are counting down to attend TWICELAND ZONE 2: Fantasy Park in Malaysia which will be held tomorrow at Stadium Malawati. Not only you, we are excited to see TWICE live performance as well. Earlier today, 9 members of TWICE greeted the media at the press conference and talked about their upcoming concert, first impression about Malaysia and future plan as a group.

Many fans were seen waiting for TWICE arrival yesterday night just to catch a glimpse of the members. Tzuyu was really touched by the warm welcome from our local ONCE and Nayeon expressed that she's looking forward to tomorrow's concert as the fans are so passionate. When being asked about tomorrow's concert, the member further expressed that they'll be a special stage for the opening. (ps: even unit stages)

Here's what went down at today's press conference:

Q: What’s your first impression towards Malaysia?

Tzuyu: Really touched because we saw there were lots of fans gathered at the airport yesterday. I am also looking forward to Malaysian cuisine because Malaysian food looks really delicious.

Q: What’s your impression towards ONCE in Malaysia?

Nayeon: They are so passionate and I am looking forward to meet them at the concert tomorrow.

Q: What can ONCE expect towards the concert tomorrow?

Jihyo: We have done TWICELAND tour at a few countries and we are glad that Malaysia is part of the tour. We will be performing live on our new comeback song "Dance The Night Away" tomorrow and we are looking forward to performing it brightly for the fans. For the opening, we also prepared sub-unit performance so we hope that fans can anticipate and look forward to those performances.

Q: Did the members give a lot of opinions about this concert?

Jihyo: All of them gave ideas on certain areas such as the unit member stage.

Q: What makes you the happiest being able to perform on stage in Malaysia?

Chaeyoung: We gained a lot of energy from fans, as we are very excited to see them tomorrow at the concert.

Sana: from the excitement showed by the fans it lightens me up and we hope to be able to see these happy faces again while performing.

Q: What are some of the unforgettable memory you had in your mind?

Jeongyeon: During a stage in our concert, the fans sang along when there was no instrumental music in the background. We were very touched at that moment and we are glad to be able to witness it.

Dahyun: They are very passionate. There are fans who making videos for us and telling us not to try. I feel very touched.

Q: What is the surprise event from fans that you can’t forget until now?

Mina: There is a surprise event during a performance where the fans changed the lyrics of our songs and those lyrics were really touching and it teared us up.

Q: Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

Jihyo: In 10 years time, we hope we will be able to come back to Malaysia as TWICE once again. We are really thankful for the support from Malaysian ONCE all these while and hopefully, we will be able to come back in the future. We really hope that you will enjoy the amazing performances that we prepared for you tomorrow and please look over us nicely! Thank you Malaysia!

Jihyo: This is our first visit to Malaysia but many fans came to welcome us at the airport yesterday, thank you so much. We are really looking forward to tomorrow's concert 😍😍 #TWICELANDInMY #TWICE #트와이스 pic.twitter.com/K8lDo8vFo4
— gokpop (@goKPOP) July 27, 2018

With all the sweet messages from the members, we know you have been eagerly waiting for this moment. It's just a day away, so sleep tight, hoping for sweet dreams tonight and be prepared to 'Dance the Night Away' with TWICE.

official photo credit: IME Asia

Update: JYP Entertainment and organiser, IME Asia announced on 27 January night that TWICELAND ZONE 2: Fantasy Park in Malaysia has been cancelled due to safety concern. Ticket refund will be processed.

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TWICE MADE ONCES WENT OOH-AAH AT FANTASY PARK IN SINGAPORE

Tuesday, July 03, 2018

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TWICE TELLS YOU WHAT IS LOVE AT THEIR PRESS CONFERENCE IN SINGAPORE

Sunday, June 24, 2018

Prior to TWICE's second concert in Singapore, they held a press conference on 16 June 2018. The 9-members girl group pulled off a beach look with floral dresses, without doubt, they looked absolutely stunning.

The press conference started with a question on their feelings upon returning to Singapore for their second time. TWICE expressed their thankfulness for the opportunity given to meet ONCEs again within a year for their second concert. The top-charting girl group managed to mesmerisee a larger amount of fans this time round as the concert's venue held this year is twice as bigger. Chaeyoung mentioned that this year's concert consists of an array of new songs, including unit performances. Fans should definitely look forward to it.

ONCEs must be curious on why the concert is named "Fantasy Park", in regards to that, Sana explained that fantasy park is similar to a theme park filled with exciting rides to enjoy with friends. Similarly, she wants fans to enjoy the concert as much as they do in a theme park.

Who can resist Singapore's local cuisines especially the famous chili crab? MoMo said it with excitement she loved the chili crab and Sana added in that the steamed buns dipped in chili crab's sauce is enticing. We hope that the girls will be able to try other local cuisines too!

With a long setlist, each of them definitely has their favorite one. MoMo chose 'TT' as her favorite because they garnered attention because of the song with easy dance moves to follow. Jihyo instead chose 'What Is Love' as it relates to our daily life. They revealed that during the filming of 'What Is Love', it seems that the members had a memorable episode. They got to cross-dressed which they finds it really intriguing!

Skin-care routine is essential for every idol especially when they have to put thick makeup for long hours.

Dahyun recommends mask packs and aloe vera cream to protect her skin from drying. On the other hand, MoMo brings snacks instead to keep herself awake whereas Jeongyeon will bring headset to smooth her ears.

We would like to thank One Production for the event coverage opportunity.

Stay tuned to GOkpop's social media platforms to catch the latest updates!

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The Essential Things You Need to Know About EXO, TWICE & WANNA ONE Concert in KL!

Thursday, May 24, 2018

This July, the most in-demand KPOP idol groups - EXO, TWICE and WANNA ONE will be heading to Malaysia to hold their world tour concert respectively. As the great news has been spreading over social media past few months, you might miss out some of the important information released by the organisers. Here are the updates of their respective world tour concert in Malaysia.

Things You Need to know about EXO PLANET＃4 The EℓyXiOn" in KL

All ticket were SOLD OUT in less than 3 hours after the online sale begin on 13 May
If you're still looking for a ticket, you may fill out the waiting list form --> HERE to receive further updates from the organiser, Star Planet
D-day queuing system for Rock Zone ticket holders: no serial number will be given, fans will be entering the venue on a first-come-first basis

Things You Need to know about Wanna One 'One: The World Tour' in KL

2nd ticket sale will be resumed on 20 June via MyTicket.Asia (all ticket zones will be available)
An overcrowded standing zone issue comes into your mind? Worry not, the organiser, YJ Partners has emphasised that the ticket amount is set according to the arena's capacity and it's verified by the regulatory body. No additional tickets are added, the 2nd ticket sale are the remaining tickets available after the closing of the 1st ticket sale.
D-day standing zone queuing system: a queue number will be given to both VIP and CAT1 standing zone ticket holders (further details to be announced)
Fans Benefits: Soundcheck Session (*only VIP & CAT1 ticket holders are entitled to the lucky draw) | Goodbye Session (*only VIP ticket holders are entitled to the lucky draw)
Lucky winners will be selected randomly and the winner list will be announced on 15 July, 12PM at YJ Partners Official Facebook
For more info, check out the Q&A post

Things You Need to know about TWICELAND Zone 2 - 'Fantasy Park' in KL

Organiser, IME Asia has added CAT1 & CAT3 restriction view seats at Tier1 and Tier2 zone, tickets available via Ticket Charge
All zones are SOLD OUT, except the newly added restriction view seats (*result based on ticket charge)
Fan Benefits: Hi-touch session (300 winners will be selected) & Photo Op Session (200 winners will be selected, 20pax per group for each photo session) (*for all VIP ticket holders, selected through lucky draw) | Guaranteed Exclusive Gift (*for all VIP & Fantasy Zone ticket holders)

Have been listening to their songs and watching their music videos on phone or laptop? This would be your best opportunity to meet your favourite artist live. Going a live concert is so much better than listening to the music and watching the music videos on a screen. K-fans, don't miss this golden opportunity to see them this July in Malaysia!

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ONCE, Are You Ready for TWICELAND in Malaysia on 28 July?! Ticket Launch: 21st April

Friday, April 20, 2018

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TWICE 2ND TOUR 'TWICELAND ZONE 2: Fantasy Park' in Singapore

Monday, April 09, 2018

South Korea’s hottest girl group TWICE will be making their highly-anticipated return to Singapore for TWICE 2ND TOUR 'TWICELAND ZONE 2 : Fantasy Park' IN SINGAPORE on 17 June at the Singapore Indoor Stadium!

Fans of TWICE, one of the most popular girl groups in Korea, have been waiting eagerly for their long-awaited second tour. TWICE 2ND TOUR 'TWICELAND ZONE 2 : Fantasy Park' will kick off in Seoul from 18– 20 May. Tickets for the Seoul concert were snapped up upon release. After their 3-day concert in Korea, TWICE will embark on their concert tour and Singapore will be the first Southeast Asia stop.

After their first sold-out concert last year at The Star Theatre, which attracted a 5000-strong crowd, TWICE will be coming back to Singapore and this time, performing at a larger venue, the Singapore Indoor Stadium! This also marks their maiden performance in one of the most iconic concert venues in Singapore! Fans will be in for a treat with a fantastic production for the show that includes an impressive stage setup, spectacular visual effects and stellar sound effects.

Tickets for TWICE 2ND TOUR 'TWICELAND ZONE 2 : Fantasy Park' IN SINGAPORE are priced at $288 (VIP), $248, $208, $188, $168. The VIP package will include 2 exclusive gifts and 1 lucky draw chance for a Hi-Touch Session with TWICE. All winners will be selected at random and more details on the VIP package will be released on ONE Production’s Facebook pagehttps://www.facebook.com/OneProductionSingapore/ a week before the event. Tickets will go on sale from 15 April, 1200h via Sports Hub Tix ticketing channels. Singtel mobile customers can enjoy priority sales from 14 April 1000h, to 15 April, 0800h. For more details, please visit Singtel’s Facebook page.