G-Dragon reigns supreme on the Gaon Chart



Did you expect anything less from the king?

As expected, the legendary G-Dragon reigns supreme on the Gaon Chart this week with his Kwon Ji-Yong comeback album. Lead single “Untitled, 2014” soars straight to No. 1, followed by “Super Star” at No. 4 and “Bulls**t” at No. 6.
Unfortunately, due to G-Dragon’s album being in the form of a USB stick, it’s ineligible to rank on the album chart.
Climbing to No. 2 this week is Produce 101’s project single “Never.” Meanwhile, another song from the show, “Oh Little Girl,” jumps up to No. 7, while “Knock” moves to No. 10. The success of the various tracks from the show only prove just how popular the franchise has become.
Speaking of Produce 101, season 1 star Kim Chungha makes a splash with her solo debut, “Why Don’t You Know.” The dance-pop track arrives at No. 23, which is higher than all of the Produce 101 girl groups with their respective singles.
Another solo songstress doing well is balladeer Gummy. The former YG Entertainment artist makes her big return this week as “II YO” debuts at No. 34.
Less successful are Starship Entertainment’s Cosmic Girls, who come in at No. 77 with their latest single “Happy.” It’s a drop from their last two hits, “Secret” and “I Wish,” which both peaked at No. 49. Although the song is selling poorly digitally, the group’s physical sales are up as their first studio album, Happy Moment, debuts at No. 3 – their highest position yet.
Taking top spot on the album chart is SEVENTEEN’s Al1, which returns to No. 1 again. On their tail is FT Island’s 10th anniversary album Over 10 Years at No. 2, while DAY6’s compilation album Sunrise debuts at No. 4.
Next week, look out for new entries from T-ara and NCT 127.
Source: SBS Australia

Trainee Involved In T.O.P’s Marijuana Case Receives Sentence From First Trial


The first trial for the trainee involved in BIGBANG member T.O.P’s marijuana case has taken place.

Han Seo Hee, who was previously revealed to be the trainee, has been sentenced to four years of probation with the possibility of a three-year prison sentence if she commits a repeat offense during her probation period. The Seoul Central District Court also ordered 120 hours of drug rehab and a fee of 870,000 won (approximately $770).

The bench stated, “She purchased psychotropic drugs LSD and marijuana many times and used/smoked them. She even purchased marijuana again while she was being investigated. She has admitted to her crimes and is remorseful. The fact that she does not have a prior criminal record was taken into consideration.”

Han Seo Hee was previously indicted for smoking marijuana with T.O.P twice in October 2016. They have also been accused of smoking liquid marijuana through an electronic cigarette twice. Reports stated that she brought the marijuana she purchased to T.O.P’s home to smoke together. She also was accused of purchasing LSD on two separate occasions.

Meanwhile, T.O.P’s first trial will take place on June 29.

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YG Explains That The Red Rubbing Off Of G-Dragon’s “Kwon Ji Yong” USB Is Intentional

In response to fan complaints about the red coloring coming off of G-Dragon’s “Kwon Ji Yong” album USB, YG has stated that it is an intentional move in line with the album concept: G-Dragon’s DNA and birth.

YG Entertainment, prior to the selling of the album, announced that the USB may get scratched or that the color would rub off.

Photos were revealed of the production process, which show workers literally coloring the USBs:

Rather than mass printing the red on the USBs, YG had to simply have the USBs hand-colored in red ink to get the red smear and vintage scratched look that G-Dragon wanted for the “birth” concept, which is furthered by the print on the USB, which says “Kwon Ji Yong, Blood type A, 1988, August 18”; the print was handwritten by G-Dragon’s mother when he was born.

The USB has been making other headlines, as well, due to debate over whether the USB should be counted as a physical album when it doesn’t technically come with music on the device. YG responded explaining how the USB can be used for more than just music, and G-Dragon also spoke out, saying that it’s the music that matters, nothing else.

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