Videos
LEDapple Covers “MR. TAXI”
LEDapple, a Korean rock band, recently covered Girls’ Generation’s “MR. TAXI”. They put their own spin on the song, infusing a rock-and-roll feel to the very popular hit. Thanks to Pierina for sending in the tip.
Arirang Airs Behind-the-Scenes Footage of the “I Got A Boy” Music Video
Arirang’s “Showbiz Korea” recently ran a segment showing behind-the-scenes footage from Girls’ Generation’s “I Got A Boy” music video. Girls’ Generation’s part in the segment, which also features English subtitles, begins at the 6:58 mark in the clip.
Endorsements
STONEHENgE Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Video of Jessica and f(x)’s Krystal’s CF Filming
STONEHENgE revealed behind-the-scenes footage from Jessica and f(x)’s Krystal’s recent CF shoot. The beautiful sisters were chosen as the brand’s newest models for 2013. In the clip, Jessica and Krystal talk about when they thought the other looked prettiest, their thoughts on what would happen if Jessica were to get married, and when they thought themselves the most beautiful.
Casio’s Baby-G Reveals New Photos of Girls’ Generation
Casio’s “Baby-G” campaign released new promotional pictures of Girls’ Generation for the brand’s 2013 Spring/Summer theme, “Kiss me Baby-G”. To view more photos from the newest campaign, visit Soshified’s Photos Section.
Others
Ten Songs by Girls’ Generation Listed in Billboard’s “K-Pop Hot 100”
This past week, Girls’ Generation placed all ten songs from their fourth Korean album, “I Got A Boy”, on Billboard’s “K-Pop Hot 100“, with “I Got A Boy” taking the overall top spot.
English Version of “I Got A Boy” Listed on Fuse’s “44 Most Anticipated Albums of 2013”
Girls’ Generation continues to draw praise from media outlets around the globe, this time making Fuse’s “44 Most Anticipated Albums of 2013“. The media site lists the rumored release of an English version of “I Got A Boy” as one of the most anticipated album releases for this year.
Girls’ Generation Tops Music Charts Around the World
Not only has “I Got A Boy” dominated the Korean music scene, but Girls’ Generation’s latest comeback has also brought them success in many other countries as well. Girls’ Generation topped the charts in Singapore, Taiwan, and the Philippines this past week. Thanks to Raycab for sending in the tip.
Girls’ Generation Makes ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY’s “15 Artists to Watch” List
ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY named Girls’ Generation on their “15 Artists to Watch” list with their upcoming rumored English version album of “I Got A Boy”. The site described Girls’ Generation as, “Sugar-rush pop from a nine-girl group already huge in Asia. Their ‘I Got A Boy’, out now, makes putting up with months of ‘Gangnam Style’ seem worth it.”
Photos
Heo Gyunghwan Tweets Photo of Himself With Yoona
Heo Gyunghwan tweeted a photo of himself with Yoona backstage at KBS 2TV’s “Gag Concert”. Yoona made a short appearance in one of the skits on the January 13th episode of the show. To download the English-subbed version of Yoona’s appearance on the show, visit Soshified’s SoShi Subs Downloads Section.
Shin Hyunjoon Tweets Two Photos of Himself with Sooyoung
Shin Hyunjoon recently tweeted two photos of himself with Sooyoung. His first tweet was a commemorative photo on the set of SBS’s new show, “Discovery of Trends”. His second tweet was another fun photo with the cast members and Sooyoung. The first episode of “Discovery of Trends” will air on January 25th. Sooyoung will be a special guest on the second episode, which will be broadcast on February 1st at 11:00 PM KST.
Staff Uploads a New Photo of Sunny onto Girls’ Generation’s Official Japanese Fansite
A new photo of Sunny, posing cutely in front of the camera, has been uploaded onto Girls’ Generation’s official Japanese fansite. The staff also included a message stating that the members are working hard to promote their new album in Korea and preparing for their tour next month. For a full translation of the staff’s message, go to Soshified’s Translated Goodies Section.
Kim Publae Tweets a Photo of Himself with Sunny
Kim Publae recently tweeted a photo of himself with Sunny and other cast members of “Catch Me If You Can” after eating dinner together. In the picture, Sunny displays a cute double V-sign pose for the viewers.
Shim Jaewon Tweets a Photo of Himself with Tiffany and Yuri
Shim Jaewon recently tweeted a photo of himself posing with Tiffany and Yuri. The photo was taken during the music video filming for “I Got A Boy”. Tiffany and Yuri are wearing the same orange wigs, making them look like twins.
New Sets of Pictures
Lotte Department Store – Tiffany, Yuri, Yoona, Seohyun, Group1, Group2, Group3, Group4
THEFACESHOP – Seohyun1, Seohyun2
Girls’ Generation Travels Abroad and Back
• 1/19: Left Incheon International Airport in Seoul, South Korea for Manila, Philippines – Fantaken and Press Images
• 1/19: Arrived in Manila, Philippines
• 1/20: Left Manila, Philippines for Incheon International Airport in Seoul, South Korea
• 1/20: Arrived at Incheon International Airport in Seoul, South Korea – Fantaken Images
SONE Picture/Video of the Week
Girls’ Generation has fans around the world and of every age. This video shows an adorable toddler dancing along to the “I Got A Boy” music video. He even manages to sing with the girls throughout the entire song. Thanks to HyoSic’s for the submission.
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SNSD <3
always support soshi :) my angel in my mind ^^
wow so little to do so much time the girls are busy
Not just Korean, but never has there been an Asian pop group that has been so highly acclaimed as SNSD is now. There will surely be even more international articles about them when their English album is released. They could be the first Asian group to make it big in the U.S. It also is perfect timing considering how Psy helped the western world get a bit more comfortable with the concept of an Asian singer.
It’s an amazing thing to see the girls getting more praise from the American media and also charting high on the charts in the United States. I absolutely can’t wait for the girls’ American debut album to come out later this year because i’m a zillion percent positive that everyone in the United States will love the album as well as the girls’ American debut title track and the girls themselves. I will be waiting patiently for the girls to return to the United States later this year and I will continue supporting the girls on everything that they do. And by the way, I wish the girls the best of luck on their three month Japanese tour, lasting from next month to April. And I know that they will do whatever it takes to stay healthy while in Japan, so there’s no need for me worry about the girls too much.
GIRLS’ GENERATION FIGHTING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
love it love it love it. thanks SSF for another fantastic wrap. love the part the most where Soshi is on the music charts and on American entertainment news. i can’t wait for that English album, because once it’s out i’m going to go to whatever stores that’s going to have them on shelf display. aw lil Sone is so adorable. Soshi jjang for having fans of wide age range and race and of course both male/female.
wow so little to do so much time…wait wait strike that put it in reverse
the girls are busy
Sunny! Why are u soooo cute and adorable? That new Selca of u while wearing Light Blue, makes u sooo cute. I hope the rumors are true about the English Album. Get some rest Girls!
i always love the selca…i’m so impressed
by the domination of snsd on the korean
charts…all ten songs on the charts…even
their international recognition and
anticipation…but i must say the images
and theme that has stuck out in my mind
recently has been the jung sisters…such
beautiful women to begin with…but the
simple setting…the black and white
photography…to put it simply…beautiful
magic!
It’s great to see that the the girls are still getting praise from American media. I’m always on EW (Entertainment Weekly) all the time and to see that the girls were mentioned on there made me happy. :) Jessica and Krystal are so beautiful in that video. Jessica became emotional at one point…Krystal is so blessed to have a sister like Jessica. <3 (Sunny can rock any hair color as far as I'm concerned, hehe. I just love her!)