BB Interview

[align=center][b][SIZE=6]Hip-hop idol group Block B Interview with "Mutnam"[/b][/SIZE]


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"It's time to focus our ears and eyes on to these new figures that are going to rewrite the history of Korea's pop music."

Third generation idols are perfect in every aspect of what's expected of them.  In this competitive market is Korea's first ever traditional hip hop idol group, Block B.  These blockbuster hopefuls of the Korean music market debuted with their first single album, "Do U Wanna B?"

Their debut single meshes hip hop and the friendliness of the idol image.  Although the hip hop genre is already a well known trend all over the world, it still hasn't found a firm foundation in Korea yet.  Through the use of their friendly idol image, Block B has set out with power, youth, innovation, and freedom to set the idol market ablaze with their music.

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[b]MUTNAM:[/b] Block B? Prior to your debut, the public took a lot of interest in your group.  First of all, what does your name mean?

[b]Block B:[/b] It's a shortened form of the term 'blockbuster.'  It basically means that we want to become a group of importance and weight in the Korean music industry.

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[b]Team Leader - Zico[/b]

Q. Zico?  I heard you were the team leader.

Zico: Before the team was created, I caught the attention of Cho PD and was chosen first.

Q. Then did you train for a long time?

Zico: A bit over a year and a half.

Q. What was the hardest part of your training?

Zico: It was difficult have to live a life of reptitive patterns.  Personality-wise, I hate being trapped in a frame or cage, so it was hard to adjust to the systematic way of training... It was also stressful having to deal with our debut being delayed by months.  It was because of music that I was able to withstand the hardships.  Every time I'd go through emotional ups and downs, I'd relieve my stress by expressing everything through my lyrics.. (laughter).

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[b]Park Kyung[/b]

Q. Can we get a brief introduction?

Kyung: Hello! I'm Block B's visu.....al (laughter), Park Kyung.

Q. Visual (laughter)? Why aren't you confident?

Kyung: I'm the visu........ dot dot dot -al.

Q. You're very handsome (laughter).  How was your photoshoot today? Did you like the clothes?

Kyung: It was really fun~ I love wearing casual clothing usually, so I liked how it fit my personal style.

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[b]Taeil[/b]

Q. The hottest figure of Block B! Nice to meet you!

Taeil: Hello, I'm Lee Taeil. Nice to meet you (laughter).

Q. A lot of people remember you from "Birth of a Great Star."  How did you debut so quickly?

Taeil: I auditioned for a lot of different companies.  I actually failed my current company's audition four times, but was able to receive another offer after "Birth of a Great Star" began airing.  After that, I began my debut preparations.

Q. What's your role in Block B?

Taeil: I'm currently the main vocalist of Block B.  We'll be working hard with our promotions.. I'd love to be able to attend the year-end ceremonies this year (laughter).

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[b]B-Bomb[/b]

Q. B-Bomb? Nice to meet you.  Could we get a brief introduction?

B-Bomb: Hello! I'm Block B's dancer and chic representative, B-Bomb!

Q. The members all seem to have their own keyword. Who decided on them?

B-Bomb: We all chose them ourselves (laughter).

Q. How does it feel to model like this?

B-Bomb: It was a bit awkward at first because it was my first time, but it was a fun experience and a great opportunity.

Q. I heard that you trained for two years. What are your future goals?

B-Bomb: First, to work hard and get Block B's name known.  Then, to become NO.1 in Korea! (laughter)

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[b]U-Kwon[/b]

Q. Wow, you're really good at dancing.  Are you the group's dancer?

U-Kwon: Yes, I'm Block B's dancer and sub-vocalist, U-Kwon.

Q. You looked reserved when we were relocating, but you're actually quite the dancer.

U-Kwon: I try hard and practice a lot.  Thank you for the compliments.

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[b]Jaehyo[/b]

Q. Could we get a brief introduction?

Jaehyo: Hello, I'm Block B's sub-vocalist, Jaehyo.

Q. You're very natural with your poses.

Jaehyo: I used to be a fitting model before.  Participating in a photoshoot like this makes me think of old times.

Q. You seem like you'd be popular for your handsome looks.

Jaehyo: I'm actually not sure (laughter).  I'm just so glad that we already have our fanclub.  We're nearly at 2,000 members!

Q. Future goals?

Jaehyo: For my parents and family to be happy.

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[b]P.O.[/b]

Q. Could we get a brief introduction?

P.O.: Hello! I'm the group's rapper, P.O.

Q. The members chose you as the best dressed today.

P.O.: I'd like to thank our members first (laughter).  I normally like clean cut styles and also street fashion.

Q. Then who do you personally think is the best dresser of the day?

P.O.: B-Bomb!  He matches street fashion well.

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[i]There is a picture of P.O.'s handwritten interview sheet that has a few additional questions and answers. [/i]

Q. How long did you train for?
P.O.: Two months.

Q. If you had to choose a singer you respect and a favorite singer?
P.O.: I respect Jay-Z and I like Girl's Day.



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Translated By: VITALSIGN@BLOCKBINTL
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