All-kill for Taeyeon-Kim Bumsoo’s ‘Different’

Taeyeon and Kim Bumsoo’s duet ‘Different’ achieved an all-kill on various real time music charts.

‘Different’ which was released on January 31st at 12.00am KST through online music sites gained huge popularity soon after it was unveiled and it has managed to stay in the top position on various real time charts.

Based on results at 9am KST on February 1st, ‘Different’ topped real time online charts on music sites such asmelOn, Daum, Naver, Bugs!, Cyworld, Dosirak, Monkey3 and Soribada.

Taeyeon and Kim Bumsoo’s great singing ability has been identified as the key to the duet’s popularity among fans and music lovers.

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It’s family time for SNSD and TVXQ!

SNSD and TVXQ will be spending the lunar new year holidays with their respective families.

SNSD and TVXQ were in Japan for the ‘SM Town Live in Tokyo’ concert on January 25th and 26th, followed by their appearance on Asahi TV’s ‘Music Station’ on January 28th. After fulfilling their busy schedules in Japan, TVXQ and SNSD are back in Korea to celebrate the Lunar New Year with their families.

On February 1st, a representative of SM Entertainment told Newsen, “SNSD will be spending the Lunar New Year holidays together with their family members. TVXQ will also have some time with their families but after that, they will be appearing on weekend music programs”.

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A list of Korea’s Ulzzang Idols revealed!

1. Ku Hye Sun [Actress]
2. Nam Sang-mi [Actress]
3. Park Han-byul [Actress]
4. Kang Eun-bi [Actress]
5. Kim Hye Sung [Actor]
6. Kim Jung Eun [Kimchi Kids]
7. Krystal [F(x)]
8. YoonA [SNSD]
9. Hara [Kara]
10. Hyomin [T-Ara]
11. Lee Seung Hyun [F.Cuz]
12. Choi Jonghun [FT Island]
13. Heo Young Saeng [SS501]
14. Ryeowook [Super Junior]
15. Park Yun Hwa [T-Max]
16. Yunho [TVXQ]
17. Lee Kiseop [U-Kiss]
18. Lee Jooyeon [After School]
19. Q-Ri [T-Ara]

Ulzzang means people with good looks

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SPAO releases CF featuring Super Junior and SNSD

Back in 2009, SM Entertainment groups Super Junior and SNSD became the models for Korean clothing label SPAO.



Earlier today, SPAO released a new CF (Commercial Film) and endorsement photos featuring the two groups for their Star 2011 Slim Hood Collection. Check out the CF and photos below!


[110131] SNSD & Super Junior @ 2011 S/S STAR HOODIE COLLECTION [HD]

Thanks to everyone who sent this in.

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Taeyeon and Kim Bum Soo’s Duet ‘Different’ released!

‘Different’, a duet featuring SNSD’s Taeyeon and singer Kim Bum Soo, has been released! A powerful song with a deep meaning, the song is sung beautifully by both artists.

The collaboration seems to have been a success!

Check out the video below:

Kim Bum Soo & Taeyeon - 달라

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PUzSpzgRJs&feature=player_embedded

What do you guys think of the song?

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The One "Taeyeon, Girls' Generation because she's young but is much beyond that..." (interview)

[Seoul Newspaper NTN Choi Jungjoo Reporter]'Singing Mentor' The One (Jung Soon Won)

Although there are countless singers including TVXQ and Fly to the Sky who became singers after taking his vocal lessons, 'Girls' Generation's Taeyeon,' from their first meeting, has been acknowledged as a 'different student.'

"I taught her before her debut, from 8th grade to 10th grade so I taught her for three years. Taeyeon as a kid? Besides the fact that her singing was outstanding, more importantly her thought was just different from others.


The One explained the difference as follows. While other fellow students came to him with a vague dream of 'becoming a celebrity,' Taeyeon had a clear goal of 'becoming a singer and sing to be on top.'

"Her thought was different in the first place. She was clever and definite. She set up her own standards in learning to sing and showed a clear conviction and desire."

The One gave his young student showing 'future potential' the opportunity to participate in an album for the first time in her life. That is the duet song from The One's 2nd Album, 'You bring me joy,' which was released in September,2004, even before Taeyeon debuted as a member of Girls' Generation.

"It was possible because I was sure that this kid will make it. Well, that she will some day.. I could have sung the duet with a famous and renowned female vocalist, but I wanted to recognize her potential.

The One and Taeyeon sang a duet song 7 years after their first one, showing off their special ties.

In The One's 4th regular album part 1. 'Walking on Heaven' that has been recently released, Taeyeon and The One, by singing a harmonious duet in '별처럼(like a star),' showed a 'beautiful potential,' charing #1 on every single chart(also called 올킬-all kill in Korean)

"What is more valuable than a #1 on charts is that she gave me joy as a teacher once again. As she did before, Taeyeon's attitude and passion towards singing has not changed at all. The willpower of a little kid, even with a hordeolum(kind of an eye infection) because she was so tired, saying '선생님(means teacher), I can do better! I'll do it again better.' It's incredible.

She was probably appointed as a leader of the top girl group Girls' Generation for her enthusiasm, however, The One himself said he 'didn't know that Taeyeon was that Taeyeon(?).' when he saw her on TV, laughing.

"One day I turned on the TV saying 'So what's this Girls' Generation..' and I saw someone like Taeyeon. haha. I was surprised and when I called, she had officially debuted as a lead singer in Girls' Generation. I was so proud of her. I knew she would make it."

Taeyeon did not forget her thanks to her mentor as well. Along with her parents who came all the way from her hometown Jeonju, they had dinner together, and The One gave a couple advice to his student, and told her about future directions.

When asked if his student who became 'the most popular star' had changed, The One shook his head, smiling.

"If something's different, then it would be that her subjectivity has become more clear. While she did before, she became clearer in saying whether she liked something or not. She's a singer who has a passion in singing, not an idol who's easily carried away.'

Would it be a mentor's greed. Taeyeon, from The One's perspective, left a few regrets.


"She's doing idol because she's young. I believe that she can show much beyond that. For genre, rather than dance, ballad that can show her singing skills suits her better. Of course looking at her expanding her own area by releasing her solo songs and working as a DJ, I believe that the stronghold(아성 - i don't know what this is T.T) for the name Taeyeon can grow higher.

The One described this moment in which he can stand on the same stage as his students as 'a gift from heaven and a bliss.'

"Teaching how to sing is like running a marathon. I learned 'how to sing' because I ran a little earlier, and I'm just teaching them. It's not a knowledge but I'm just teaching them the methodology. Not fish but ways to catch the fish."

It's a race that has yet to show its end. The One, as a singer, and a mentor.. is running on the given track with his own pace.

"I will continue to run by myself. While continuing to run and walk, I probably will meet my students running beside me and they might pass me by as well. Then I would tell them. When I went up that hill they had something like this..Isn't it great. Running a marathon together."


Translated by: kwongildong @ soshified.com
Credit: NTN News (http://ntn.seoul.co....=view&idx=74840)

SONEs donated 1 million Won in SNSD’s name to help patients of Lou Gehrig’s Disease

SONEs have done a good deed in SNSD’s name again!

SONEs have joined hands and gathered their strength again to organize a donation drive to help the patients of Lou Gehrig’s Disease. SNSD’s online fan cafe members said, “In the name of SNSD, we have donated 1 million Won to the Korean ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) Association“

According to a team leader, “Although the amount is not huge, we hope that it would help a bit. The fact that all fansites joined hands made this effort a meaningful one”. Another member added, “In the future, we would like to participate and lead such voluntary event again”.

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Composer Park Sunjoo was amazed at Taeyeon’s singing ability

Composer Park Sunju has nothing but all-praise for Taeyeon.

On January 31st, through her personal Twitter account, Park Sunjoo tweeted, “Kim Bumsoo-Taeyeon’s ‘Different’ had just been released at 12.00am~! During voice recording, I was quite amazed by Taeyeon’s singing. Her great vocal is comparable to Kim Bumsoo who has been in the industry for 10 years~You have done really well~ Taeyeon-yang!! Thank you everyone for your abundant love and interest”.

‘Different’ was written by Park Sunjoo who is also the producer of Kim Bumsoo’s 7th album ‘Solista:Part 2′. After listening to the duet, netizens commented, “The song really meets the expectation”, “The song took no.1 not long after it was released” and “Taeyeon has the best singing skill”.

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Have you taken SNSD Proficiency Test ?

Have you heard of Soshi Proficiency Test? If you have not, read further. Well if you have, there is no harm reading more about it either.

Recently,’SNSD Proficiency Test’ had surfaced on SNSD’s DC Inside Gallery and various online entertainment boards. The questions centered on SNSD members as well as their hit songs. There are 20 questions in total and The questions are arranged in sequence based on different levels of difficulties. Some of the problems in the test requires the ‘candidate’ to select the group that won the Daesang at the Seoul Music Awards, members’ birthdays,matching the name of lyricists, arranging sequence of the songs, etc.

Netizens who saw the post commented, “I’m also going to get my knowledge certfied” and “This is fun. Whoever created this is awesome”.

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The One reveals his friendship with SNSD, 2AM and other groups

Singer 더원 (The One) has revealed his friendships with big groups such as SNSD and 2AM. Other groups include Rainbow, Supreme Team, Outsider, VOS, and SG Wannabe. The singers have uploaded videos cheering on The One's comeback, and it is becoming a big issue on the internet. Fans can see the warm relationship between teacher and student, and witness all of his connections to different artists.

The One has released his official 4th album part one, titled, "Walking in Heaven" on January 20th after two years. SNSD's Taeyeon said, "I have been looking forward to The One sunbae's "Walking in Heaven" for so long, and he's a sunbae who took good care of us [SNSD]." Rainbow's Woori expressed her content, "I'm happy I got to participate in one of the songs called 'DO IT FOR YOU'". Jisook said, "I got special lessons from The One, and that's the only reason I was able to go in Rainbow."

2AM's Changmin said, "I want to learn from him because he's Korea's representative musician." Jokwon said, "2AM will cheer you on, sunbaenim."

source: Xports News
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Kim Bumsoo and Taeyeon to release duet single 'Different'

Singer Kim Bumsoo will be releasing a duet single with SNSD's Taeyeon.

On the 31st, the duet single titled 'Different' will be revealed. Singer, songwriter, and album producer Park Sunjoo wrote the song, and the two skilled singers will reveal a great harmony through this upcoming single.

On this release, Kim Bumsoo's management Polaris Entertainment stated, "This is one of the first singles, included in Kim Bumsoo's upcoming 7th album, 'SOLISTA : Part 2', that will be revealed before the album's official release in April."

They added, "As Taeyeon is a junior singer that Kim Bumsoo cares for very much, when he asked for her participation in the duet, Taeyeon's management willfully obliged."

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translated by: ch0sshi @soshified.com
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#SNSDtoMY topped Twitter’s worldwide trending topic list

Not sure what #SNSDtoMY means? It simply means ‘SNSD to Malaysia‘ and the hashtag went on to top Twitter’s world wide trending topic list, just 30 minutes after the first SONESEA ‘Trending The SEA‘ project kicked off at January 29h, 12am KST!

It was a success not only for Malaysian SONEs, but also South East Asia and all the SONEs in the world. It has been proven once again that Kpop is dominating the world stage and SNSD’s popularity have increased tremendously in the past couple of years. Malaysian SONEs have been dreaming of seeing the girls live in person for almost 4 years and it is time to have their voices heard. That effort was being channeled and echoed to the rest of the world through SONESEA, the South East Asia SNSD Fan Union‘s project ‘Trending The Sea‘ which started on January 29th at 12am KST. #SNSDtoMY being the first-leg of the project. For two months, there will be trending projects for the rest of the countries such as Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, Philippines, etc where fans in the countries in this region are very ‘hungry’ and ‘determined’ to go all out just to catch a glimpse of the girl.

As mentioned earlier, the victory belonged to all SONEs in the world. Due to the passion and love for the girls, SONEs joined hands and helped out one another to make their dreams come true. Like Tiffany said, strong chemistry and team work is the strength and key to a firm foundation of a group. Indeed this also applies to SONEs. Fans have been standing side by side supporting and loving the girls for almost 4 years now and #SNSDtoMy’s success on Twitter along with other successful activities such as Soshified’s meet-ups, NorCal SONEs flashmob, etc are the indication of how united SONEs are.

As there will be more trending projects coming up, it will be awesome to see #SNSDtoTH, #SNSDtoINA, #SNSDtoVN, #SNSDtoSG, #SNSDtoPH, etc taking the no.1 worldwide trending topic spot as well. Let’s turn those wishes into realities, SONEs.

Hopefully, these efforts will be translated into the realization of dreams for the SONEs in South East Asia.

Credit: IQ_of_62@Twitter (Screencap)

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SNSD, TVXQ, Kara secured top 5 as ‘Gee’ continues to impress on Japan’s iTunes Chart

TVXQ, SNSD and Kara have shown their domination once again where the secured 3 places in the Top 5 of Japan’s iTunes Singles chart.

According to Japan’s iTunes Singles Chart on January 30th, TVXQ’s ‘Why? (Keep Your Head Down)’ was ranked 1st, followed by SNSD’s ‘Run Devil Run’ in 2nd and Kara’s ‘Mister’ in 4th.

While SNSD’s newly released Japanese version of ‘Run Devil Run’ successfully secured the 2nd spot, their 2nd Single ‘Gee‘ which was released last year, still manages to stay within the top 10. ‘Gee‘ was ranked 9th based on the chart released on January 30th.

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TVXQ’s Changmin is jealous of SNSD’s early privileges

On the January 29th episode of Asahi TV’s “MUSIC STATION,” TVXQ’s Changmin expressed his jealousy towards labelmate SNSD in the interview portion of their appearance.

Changmin was asked by the show’s MC whether he had anything he’d like to say to SNSD, to which he replied, “TVXQ was only able to appear on ‘MUSIC STATION’ after four years into our debut.”

Changmin abruptly paused, clearly breathless due to having performed their comeback just prior to the interview. Yunhojokingly made up for the pause by asking, “Changmin, are you okay?”

After giving a shy smile, he collected himself and continued, “I was a bit jealous that SNSD was able to appear on ‘MUSIC STATION’ not that long into their Japanese debut.”

TVXQ made their first appearance on the music program through a live collaboration with Koda Kumi in 2007, nearly two years into their official Japanese debut.

SNSD replied, “We were able to promote in Japan and appear on ‘MUSIC STATION’ thanks to seniorsBoAand TVXQ. We’re very thankful.” Changmin shyly replied back, “How could I have said this as a senior!”

Source + Photos: Newsen via Daum

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Tiffany explained why SNSD are invincible on SBS-CNBC!

SBS-CNBC news talked about ‘Kpop Syndrome’ and majority part of the news centered on SNSD. When asked about the strength of SNSD, Tiffany’s answer can be summarized as:

- 9 girls
- Strong team work
- Chemistry
- Supportive and passionate fans

After the ‘Kpop Syndrome’ clip, Korean viewers were also taught some English words and phrases used in the video.

Tiffany on the strengths of SNSD

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYsEGM2jUMY&feature=player_embedded

“The strength in Girls’ Generation will have to be…because there are 9 girls of course and we practice together for a really long time so we have good chemistry and strong team work. I have to say that it’s a firm foundation of a group and not to mention, really really supportive, passionate fans all around the world”

- Tiffany

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Sooyoung wants Avril Lavigne to write songs for SNSD

On Asahi TV’s ‘Music Station‘ aired on January 28th, TVXQ, SNSD and Avril Lavigne appeared on the show and according to the MCs of ‘Music Station’, it was a rather rare to have 3 foreign artistes coming on the show.

During the interview, Sooyoung expressed her admiration for Avril Lavigne and hopes that one day, Avril Lavigne could write songs for SNSD as well. Upon hearing that, Avril Lavigne smiled cutely and said, “What the hell! Why not?“. The crowd gave a loud round of applause at her answer. SNSD and Avril Lavigne looked at one another and laughed. 

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‘Sosi Garden’ starring SNSD

‘Sosi Garden’, a parody of drama ‘Secret Garden’ made by fans have recently appeared on online communities and blogs. Taeyeon and Jessica were depicted as the main characters in ‘Sosi Garden’. This parody have since gained its reputation among netizens.

In the list of cast for the parody, the main characters, Taeyeon and Jessica played the role of Juwon (Hyunbin) and Raim (Ha Jiwon). Yuri and YoonA took the role of Oscar and Yoonseul respectively while maknae Seohyun played the role of Juwon’s mother, Boonhong.

Netizens who saw this parody commented, “Indeed, this suits SNSD well too”, “Now, I wonder what parodies are coming next?” and “It suits them really well”

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SNSD, the source of energy for ‘Samurai Blue’?

SNSD is the source of energy for the Japanese football team known as ‘Samurai Blue’ who are participating in the Asian Cup in Qatar.

SNSD who made their debut in Japan last year are also popular among Japanese football team members, especially Shinji Kagawa and Yuto Nagatomo who played their football in Europe.

Shinji Kagawa,21, who plays in the German Bundesliga for Borussia Dortmund was seen with a wide smile on his face while watching SNSD’s performance on TV. Yuto Nagatomo,24, on the other hand, plays for Italian Serie A side Cesena said, “Awesome!”, showing his total admiration for the girls.

The two Japanese players watched videos of SNSD’s performances in their hotel rooms.Kagawa and Nagatomo’s admiration for SNSD was captured by fellow team mate, Yosuke Kashiwagi (23) who played for Urawa Reds in J-League.

Kashiwagi uploaded the video he shot on his photoblog. While Kashiwagi was filming, Nagatomo asked, “Why are you recording?” Kagawa then said with a sweet smile on his face, “Nowadays, I really like SNSD!”

The video recorded by Kashiwagi surfaced on YouTube on January 22nd. Although the exact time of recording cannot be determined, it was believed that SNSD’s videos were used to help the Japanese players relax during the football tournament.

Credit: nate.com

Taeyeon gives you………another duet!

Singer Kim Bumsoo and Taeyeon‘s duet ‘달라(Different)‘ will be released on January 31st at 12am KST and it will be the first song from Kim Bumsoo’s 7th album ‘SOLISTA: Part 2′ (scheduled to be released in April) to be unveiled.

Taeyeon, who is SNSD’s lead vocalist has always been Kim Bumsoo’s favorite junior singer and he expressed his pleasure in working and participating in the duet with Taeyeon. Kim Bumsoo is currently busy working on his new album ‘SOLISTA: Part 2′. Kim Bumsoo’s ‘나타나(Appear)’ which is the ending OST for drama ‘Secret Garden’ has been receiving lots of love from fans and viewers.

Credit: newsen.com

SM Town artistes to perform in Tokyo Dome this April

SM artists will get to perform in the high capacity Tokyo Dome soon.

Kangta, BoA, TVXQ, Super Junior, SNSD, SHINee, f(x), etc who participated in ‘SM Town Live in Tokyo’ will be performing at Tokyo Dome on April 9th and 10th. Performing at the 50,000-capacity Tokyo Dome, which is the largest concert hall in Japan, gives a great sense of satisfaction and pride not only to the artistes but also those who have the chance to see their idols performing in such a prestigious venue.

The tickets for the April concert go on sale today and they are priced at 12,800 Yen.

Credit: nate.com/sportschosun.com/chichinhu@Twitter

RDR Japanese version topped Japanese ringtone chart

The Soshi syndrome hits Japan again as SNSD secured the no.1 spot on a Japanese mobile ringtone chart.

According to Japan’s largest mobile site ‘Rekochoku‘ on January 25th, SNSD’s Japanese version of ‘Run Devil Run‘ which was released as mobile ringtone on January 18th topped the ‘Daily Ringtone Chart‘ category.

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Taeyeon for a coffee CF?

Recently, a fan-made Coffee CF starring Taeyeon have surfaced on online community sites.

This well-edited fan-made CF video shows Taeyeon enjoying her coffee on a radio show, giving out a good CF-like feeling. Netizens who saw the video commented, “Taeyeon is totally cute!”, “The person who did this is awesomely skillful”, “It makes me feel good in the morning” and “It seems like a real CF”.

Credit: nate.com/tvdaily.co.kr

Heechul and YoonA sported ‘Bully Concept’

In the evening of January 26th, Super Junior’s Kim Heechul tweeted a photo of himself and YoonA. Heechul and YoonA attended the ‘SM Town Live in Tokyo’ concert on January 25th and 26th along with other SM Entertainment artistes.

In his tweet, Heechul mentioned “Bully Concept Hee Gangster & Im Gangster” and “Superstar Hee, Beautiful Goddess Yoong”, revealing his close friendship with YoonA.

In the photo, Heechul put up a strong and stern expression while YoonA who was eating a piece of bread, looked at him with a cold stare. The expressions and poses matched well with Heechul’s description of ‘Bully Concept’.

Netizens who saw the photo commented, “Both of them look good”, “It’s indeed Bully Concept. They fit well with the concept” and “Together, handsome-looking Heechul and pretty YoonA look great with the Bully Concept”.

Credit: mydaily.co.kr

‘Death Note’ Director named SNSD as the best idol for the past 50 years

Shusuke Kaneko, the Director of ‘Death Note‘ who is also a big fan of SNSD tweeted about the girls recently.

On January 25th, Kaneko tweeted, “Although I’m saying this while I’m drunk, SNSD is the best idol group in the past 50 years (among singers)”.

He also tweeted earlier, on January 19th about the girls’ newly released MV for Intel Collaboration Song ‘Visual Dreams’. In his tweet, he mentioned, “I managed to watch the full version PV for SNSD’s new song ‘Visual Dream’. It’s advanced. Aren’t they going to release a Japanese version PV for ‘Run Devil Run’?”

Kaneko-san is current using a picture of the girls in Hanbok as his profile picture on Twitter. In his profile, he described himself as ‘SNSD fan, Film Director’. The well-known Japanese director had been tweeting a lot about SNSD.

Besides SNSD, he also showed his concerns towards Kara. On January 20th, Kaneko tweeted, “I have no idea but Kara seems to be in a serious situation”. On January 27th, he tweeted again but this time he was comparing SNSD and Kara’s songs. He stated, “The Japanese version of Kara’s songs are easier from Japanese to remember and sing along”.

Last year, after SNSD’s first showcase in Tokyo, Director Kaneko wrote in his photoblog, “I was stunned by SNSD’s stage performance. They were overflowing with charm on stage”.

Credit: nate.com/shusukekaneko@Twitter

SNSD releases preview of new “Paradise in Phuket” photobook

SNSD will be releasing a new photobook on February 8th titled, “ALL about Girl’s Generation Paradise in Phuket DVD Preview.”

The photobook details the girls’ trip to Phuket, Thailand, and features 300 pages of never-before-seen photos, starting from their arrival at the airport, to their recording for the Eco music video, pajama parties, interviews with the members, and cute paparazzi shots that cannot be seen anywhere else.

he preview pictures released feature the girls expressing their innocent charms in lovely all-white outfits. Fans are already expressing their anticipation for the full photobook, claiming that it looks as if the girls have returned to their younger debut days with “Into the New World.”

Meanwhile, SNSD is performing at the ‘SM Town Live in Tokyo‘, held on January 26th.