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Thursday, 10 November 2011
10 November 2011 After School Hit with Plagiarism Accusations
After School’s upcoming promotions for the Japanese version of “Diva” has been hit by a bit of controversy.
Last month the music video for After School’s second Japanese single “Diva” was released. The single will officially be released in Japan on November 23rd. But, once After School’s official Japanese website was updated with the album jacket photos accusations in reference to plagiarism arose concerning the groups outfits. Past criticism about their outfits arose from netizens personal opinions who felt the clothing was too revealing and sexy. Now the accusations have taken a more serious turn due to the plagiarism charges.
In the jacket photos the members of After School who all have enviable legs to match their perfect figures can be seen wearing tight shiny black shirts over short pink tutus with thin black cloth draping over their legs. After netizens found pictures of a model from Denmark wearing a striking similar outfit to After School’s outfit plagiarism accusations arose. The only difference they could find was between the style and color of shoes worn in the two photographs. Also because the picture of the model was taken last year netizens feel they have solid proof against After School.
A representative of After School from Japan spoke out against these accusations by stating, “There’s nothing to check…” and dismissed netizens claims for an investigation. Last year After School was previously hit with plagiarism charges when their stage outfits for “Bang!” were compared to Italian singer Alex Guadino’s styling in his music video for the song “Destination Calabria“.
After School has always been forthcoming by revealing they gain inspiration for their concepts from various places. Kahi revealed she was inspired by the American movie ‘Drumline’ while coming up with After School’s “Bang!” concept. Because of this there is no doubt that After School’s representatives from Japan could have been motivated by the styling of the model from Denmark’s pictorial. Also, fans of After School have already been circulating pictures of the model online for weeks before this “controversy” started after they noticed the similarity with overly positive feedback.
Though the styles are undeniably similar there is no doubt that After School brings an entirely different charm to their photo which sets them apart from the model. After comparing the two pictures netizens should realize that positive inspiration was drawn from the Denmark model and hopefully the stylist sees this as admiration for their work.
By working hard to show a good side of themselves After School has steadily gained fans in Japan. On November 12th they will perform at the “2011 Girls’ Award” show in Tokyo, Japan.
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Sources from Pledis Entertainment spoke with TVReport on November 9th and stated, “We are carefully inspecting this matter from the Japanese side. We did not directly produce the outfits for the Japanese album jacket photo so we need further investigation. This concept was decided upon much thinking and contemplation so it is very unfortunate that it is being accused of plagiarism.”
Last month the music video for After School’s second Japanese single “Diva” was released. The single will officially be released in Japan on November 23rd. But, once After School’s official Japanese website was updated with the album jacket photos accusations in reference to plagiarism arose concerning the groups outfits. Past criticism about their outfits arose from netizens personal opinions who felt the clothing was too revealing and sexy. Now the accusations have taken a more serious turn due to the plagiarism charges.
In the jacket photos the members of After School who all have enviable legs to match their perfect figures can be seen wearing tight shiny black shirts over short pink tutus with thin black cloth draping over their legs. After netizens found pictures of a model from Denmark wearing a striking similar outfit to After School’s outfit plagiarism accusations arose. The only difference they could find was between the style and color of shoes worn in the two photographs. Also because the picture of the model was taken last year netizens feel they have solid proof against After School.
A representative of After School from Japan spoke out against these accusations by stating, “There’s nothing to check…” and dismissed netizens claims for an investigation. Last year After School was previously hit with plagiarism charges when their stage outfits for “Bang!” were compared to Italian singer Alex Guadino’s styling in his music video for the song “Destination Calabria“.
After School has always been forthcoming by revealing they gain inspiration for their concepts from various places. Kahi revealed she was inspired by the American movie ‘Drumline’ while coming up with After School’s “Bang!” concept. Because of this there is no doubt that After School’s representatives from Japan could have been motivated by the styling of the model from Denmark’s pictorial. Also, fans of After School have already been circulating pictures of the model online for weeks before this “controversy” started after they noticed the similarity with overly positive feedback.
Though the styles are undeniably similar there is no doubt that After School brings an entirely different charm to their photo which sets them apart from the model. After comparing the two pictures netizens should realize that positive inspiration was drawn from the Denmark model and hopefully the stylist sees this as admiration for their work.
By working hard to show a good side of themselves After School has steadily gained fans in Japan. On November 12th they will perform at the “2011 Girls’ Award” show in Tokyo, Japan.
Also...
Sources from Pledis Entertainment spoke with TVReport on November 9th and stated, “We are carefully inspecting this matter from the Japanese side. We did not directly produce the outfits for the Japanese album jacket photo so we need further investigation. This concept was decided upon much thinking and contemplation so it is very unfortunate that it is being accused of plagiarism.”
Article: Segye via KahiASfacts + Trans: AfterSchoolDaze + Pledis Quote: Soompi via AfterSchoolDaze
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3 September 2011 After School @ Jinshan 2011 World Ginseng Expo Fancams
--4 September 2011 Second Update--
--6 September 2011 Update--
*Updates are at bottom*
Shampoo (Joo Yeon Fancam)
--6 September 2011 Update--
*Updates are at bottom*
Shampoo (Joo Yeon Fancam)
Joo Yeon, Jung Ah & Kahi Fancam
Monday, 5 September 2011
5 September 2011 After School’s a-nation tour brings in explosive sales for “Bang”
After School has successfully completed their participation in Japan’s prestigious ‘a-nation‘ tour!
Every year, Japan’s biggest record label, avex Entertainment, brings together 40 of the best stars that year for a nationwide tour. The concert is something of a dream stage for singers in Japan, so After School found themselves very lucky with the opportunity. The girls made full use of it, and thanks to their spectacular performances, they’ve earned themselves thousands of new fans and sales for their debut album, “Bang“.
A concert official at the scene commented, “With their perfect live and performance style, After School proved their talent at the ‘a-nation’ concert. They received a lot of praise from the audience for showing the worth of a Hallyu star. Out of all of the girl groups making Japanese advancements at this time, they’re one of the most anticipated stars.”
“Bang” ranked in at 7th place on its first week on the Oricon chart. Immediately after the ‘a-nation’ concert, orders for their album were said to have skyrocketed, completely selling out the first batch produced.
The girls were also invited to perform at the ‘MTV ZUSHI FES 11‘.
Congratulations, ladies!
Every year, Japan’s biggest record label, avex Entertainment, brings together 40 of the best stars that year for a nationwide tour. The concert is something of a dream stage for singers in Japan, so After School found themselves very lucky with the opportunity. The girls made full use of it, and thanks to their spectacular performances, they’ve earned themselves thousands of new fans and sales for their debut album, “Bang“.
A concert official at the scene commented, “With their perfect live and performance style, After School proved their talent at the ‘a-nation’ concert. They received a lot of praise from the audience for showing the worth of a Hallyu star. Out of all of the girl groups making Japanese advancements at this time, they’re one of the most anticipated stars.”
“Bang” ranked in at 7th place on its first week on the Oricon chart. Immediately after the ‘a-nation’ concert, orders for their album were said to have skyrocketed, completely selling out the first batch produced.
The girls were also invited to perform at the ‘MTV ZUSHI FES 11‘.
Congratulations, ladies!
Source + Photos: OSEN via Naver
Credit: Allkpop
Thursday, 1 September 2011
1 September DANJYON KIMURA K-POP 8bit Arrangement Feat After School
Bangkok City started at the very beginning!
01 SUPER JUNIOR
02 Rainbow
03 BEAST
04 KARA
05 miss A
06 4minute
07 BIGBANG
08 T-ara
09 SHINee
10 Brown Eyed Girls
11 U-KISS
12 2NE1
13 After School
14 f(x)
15 少女時代（SNSD）
16 CNBLUE
17 FTIsland
18 2PM
19 東方神起（TVXQ）
Really cute!
02 Rainbow
03 BEAST
04 KARA
05 miss A
06 4minute
07 BIGBANG
08 T-ara
09 SHINee
10 Brown Eyed Girls
11 U-KISS
12 2NE1
13 After School
14 f(x)
15 少女時代（SNSD）
16 CNBLUE
17 FTIsland
18 2PM
19 東方神起（TVXQ）
Really cute!
Credit: danjyonkimurateam via AfterSchoolDaze
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