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SS501 (pronounced as Double-S Five-Oh-One or Deo Beul E Seu Oh Gong Il, Hangul: 더블에스오공일) is a South Korean boy band formed under the management of DSP Media, formerly known as Daesung Entertainment and DSP Entertainment. The group debut in 2005 with five members: Kim Hyun Joong, Heo Young Saeng, Kim Kyu Jong, Park Jung Min and Kim Hyung Jun.
The name of the band is a combination of letters and numbers that
have special meaning. The first “S” stands for “Superstar". The second
“S” is an abbreviation for "Singer". The combination of 5, 0, and 1
symbolizes "five members united as one forever".[1] SS501's official fan club name is Triple S (means SSS : Super Star Supporters).
As of June 2010, upon the expiration of group's contract with DSP
Media, all the members have subsequently moved to other management
companies, to pursue solo careers, but Kim Hyun Joong, the leader, has
stated that they have not disbanded.[2]
2005–2006: Debut
SS501 debuted on 8 June 2005 with their first single "Kyeonggo" (Korean: "경고", "Warning");
a second single, "Snow Prince", was released in late 2005. The group
was inactive in Korea for most of 2006, although they had a fan meeting
in Japan in April of that year.[3]
The reason was due to Heo Young Saeng's throat condition, which
required a surgery, thus resulting in a need for time to fully recover.[4] In mid-2006, they held their first successful concert, "Step Up Concert" in Osaka,
Japan. In late 2006, they returned to Korea in order to promote their
first full album, which was released on 10 November and was entitled S.T.01 Now.
Singles from the album included "Unlock" and "Four Chance". Alongside
promoting the album on various variety and music shows, they also filmed
a show on MNet, which was called SOS. The group (excepting Heo Young Saeng, who was recovering from the surgery) also lent their voices for the 2006 animated movie Pi's Story.[5]
2007–2008: Japanese activities, Boys Over Flowers, and Sub-unit
Later in 2007, the group debuted in the Japanese market. A Japanese fan club
was established with the name "Triple S Japan"; it officially debuted
on 25 March 2007, when SS501 had their first official meeting with the
club. The group at this time released their Japanese single "Kokoro",
alongside multiple versions, including one with all members and five
featuring each member individually. The single debuted at No. 5 on the Oricon chart,[6] and moved to No. 3 the next day. It was also chosen as an ending theme song for an anime entitled Blue Dragon.
A full album was released later that year. SS501 also received the
newcomer award in Japan; this was the first time for Korean artists to
receive this award.
In 2008, SS501 returned to Korea with their single Deja Vu,
which was released on 8 March 2008. The title track was the first song
to be promoted, and they began their comeback on music channel M.Net's M Countdown.[7]
After success with their single "Deja Vu", they began to promote their
second single, "A Song Calling for You". They performed their Goodbye
Stage on Music Bank on 6 June 2008, to return to Japanese activities.
On 2 October 2008, leader Hyun Joong was cast as 'Yoon Ji Hoo' in the Korean version of Hana Yori Dango, officially named Boys Over Flowers. It was broadcast on KBS in the first half of 2009. On 4 October the group represented Korea to performed and picked up the The Best Asian Artist Award at the 5th Asia Song Festival, organised by Korea Foundation for International Culture Exchange, at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.[8]
With Jung Min, who's performing in the lead role of 'Danny Park' in musical Grease and Hyun Joong on Boys Over Flowers; the remaining three members formed 'SS501 Project Group' with Young Saeng as the leader. They released a project album named U R Man in November 2008, with a high tempo dance track "U R Man". They also contributed to the Boys Over Flowers soundtrack with "내 머리가 나빠서" (Because I'm Stupid), and appeared in episode four of Boys Over Flowers in a cameo performance of "U R Man".
2009: Mini albums and first Asian tour
SS501 released their official second Japanese album, All My Love, on 13 May 2009. A promotional tour was also held in Japan in support of the album. They later released the album Solo Collection, which consisted of the individual members' songs. Following its release, the members dissolved into their solo activities.
In August 2009, they reunited to embark on their 1st Asia Tour Persona,
with two concerts in Seoul. It was followed by 15 concerts in Japan,
Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, China, Malaysia, and Singapore.[9]
The group's mini album Rebirth was released in two parts: in a limited and a full edition. The former was released on 20 October,[10][11]
the latter on the 22nd. The limited special edition album included two
posters and an 100-page photo diary. SS501 promoted the album with the
single "Love Like This"; the song went on to win two Music Bank awards and an Inkigayo Mutizen in November. Promotional activities for the album ended on 29 November 2009.
On 21 November 2009, the group along with artists from SM Entertainment, Inwoo Production and Pledis Entertainment did not attend the 2009 Mnet Asian Music Awards.
DSP stated that unlike the other agencies they were not boycotting the
event only that they were busy with preparations for their first Asian
tour.[12]
In 2010, SS501 continued their 1st Asia Tour Persona concert in Thailand before holding their final encore concert, on 27 February, in Seoul to conclude the tour.[13]
Although the release of a new mini album was planned for 1 May 2010 (a
nod towards "501" in the group's name), the date was pushed back in
order to "add finishing touches". They performed at the 2010 Dream
Concert later that month. Due to the fact that Kim Hyun Joong was still
recovering from a previous injury, they sang two ballads instead of the
rumored comeback track.
A day after their performance at the Dream Concert, one of their mini
album tracks, "Let Me Be The One", was leaked on the internet. Not long
afterwards, the teaser for the comeback track was unveiled. The third
mini album, "Destination", was released on 24 May 2010. Their first win
for lead track, "Love Ya", was on KBS's Music Bank, on 11 June.[14]
They also took first place the following week. On 18 June, DSP
announced that SS501 would end their "Love Ya" promotions due to the
expiration of their contract on 7 June 2010.
2010: Leaving DSP Media
In June 2010, upon the expiration of the group's contract with DSP
Media, all the members then subsequently signed with other management
companies. Kim Hyun Joong signed with KeyEast Entertainment in late June.[15] This was followed, in August, by Park Jung Min who joined CNR Media[16] and Kim Hyung Jun with S-Plus Entertainment.[17] Lastly in October Heo Young Saeng and Kim Kyu Jong, both signed with B2M Entertainment.[18]
Although its members signed under different companies, SS501 as of
2011, has retained its name. All of the members' new companies have
stated that SS501's activities are top priority in their contracts.[19]
All members have also stated that the group has definitely not
disbanded. Kim Hyun Joong explained in an interview that, at the time,
there wasn't a company that would accepted them as a whole, thus the
group decided to take the chance to focus on their solo activities. On
October 2010, Kim Hyung Jun announced that SS501 would be back in early 2011 with a new album.[20]
April 2012, Kim Hyung Jun said in his own Japan concert tour that he
meet up with all the members and SS501's comeback have been decided.
2011: Solo artists
Kim Hyun Joong starred in the leading role of 'Baek Seung Jo' in Korean drama Playful Kiss, broadcasted on MBC in September 2010. He then released his debut solo album Break Down on 8 June 2011 and it exceeded 70,000 pre-ordered copies in 10 days.[21] In July 2011, he held his first nationwide concert in Japan, then continued the tour in November in seven cities across Japan.[22] Kim Hyun Joong then released his second mini album Lucky, in October. It debuted at number 5 on Billboard's World Chart.[23]
Heo Young Saeng and Kim Kyu Jong held a joint fanmeeting, Kim Kyu Jong & Heo Young Saeng Story In Seoul on 4 December which continued in Hong Kong, Japan and countries across Asia.[24][25]
Heo Young Saeng was scheduled to launch his solo singing career on 28
April 2011, but had to postpone because he pulled the ligaments on his
right hand during dance practice.[26] His debut solo mini album, Let It Go was released on 12 May 2011, which features Kim Kyu Jong and Hyuna of girl group 4minute.[27] In November and December, Heo Young Saeng will make his theatrical musical debut in The Three Musketeers.
Kim Kyu Jong made his musical debut in Goong: Musical, playing the lead role of Crown Prince Lee Shin, in Kyoto, Japan from 11 June to 1 July[28] and debuted as a solo artist in September 2011 with mini album Turn Me On.[29] On 9 November 2011, Heo Young Saeng and Kim Kyu Jong, along with other Korean and Japanese artists, perform at the Seoul Tokyo Music Festival 2011 at Saitama Super Arena, Japan.[30]
Park Jung Min's comeback solo album, Not Alone, was originally planned to be released on 25 November 2010, but was pushed back to 20 January 2011.[31] Park Jung Min was cast in a musical Bonds Of Boys
in Japan as an exchange student from 18 to 23 November 2011. He also
expanded his experience in acting by being cast in the Japanese drama, Love Song in August. He was also cast in the Taiwanese drama, Fondant Garden, along with Kingone Wang, Jian Man Shu and Lia Lee.
In January 2011, according to Kim Hyung Jun's official Japanese homepage, he signed with Avex Entertainment for his Japanese activities.[32] On 8 March 2011 Kim Hyung Jun released his debut solo mini album My Girl[33] with music videos for the two lead tracks "oH! aH!" and "Girl". Where Park Jung Min visited Kim Hyung Jun during the music video shoot for "Girl".[34]
2012: Dramas and military service
Kim Hyun Joong
was offered the main lead role for the drama "Conquest for the
City/City Conquest". Previously, Kim Hyun Joong has acted as a soft,
gentle person however, this time round there will be 180 degrees change.
He will be playing a wild, tough, rough man who grew up with no
parents. He is resentful towards his father for leaving him and his
mother when he was young. He therefore sets out to get revenge on the
evils in the society who destroyed him and his family's life. However
when it comes to love, he is infinitely weak. He was offered the role
this April and he confirmed that he would be the main lead role, so as
soon as he is finished with all his other activities and schedules the
rest of the cast will be revealed and the filming will start right away.
Heo Young Saeng
is now acting in a sitcom called "I Need a Fairy" which started airing
this year on 27 February. He is acting as a singer who is famous and is
also Cha Na Ra's first love. He left her to become a famous singer and
once he became one he came back to her. His name in the sitcom is his
real name Heo Young Saeng. However, he is also known by his nickname in
the sitcom, Kaki. Heo Young Saeng makes his appearance in the sitcom
from episode 23 onwards.
Kim Kyu Jong
acted in Saving Madame Go Bong Shil. He acted as Nikki alongside with
f(x) member Luna. He has shown a very good acting skill. He has been
praised by media and fans for his improvised acting skills.
Park Jung Min acted in a Taiwanese drama Fondant Garden. This drama is still airing in Taiwan TV. He has also shown a very good acting skill.
Kim Hyung Jun
acted as the main lead in his first drama, "Glowing She"/"Sunshine
Girl". Kim Hyung Jun acted as a cool top singer named "Kang Min".
Glowing She/Sunshine Girl aired from 7 January to 17 March. He was once
again offered a lead role in the drama "I Love You/Late Blossom" which
started airing on 16 April and is still presently airing.
In June 2012, B2M Entertainment announced that Kim Kyu-jong is to furfill his mandatory military service in July, the first member to enlist.[35] On 3 June, Kim held farewell fan meeting, Thank U ThanKYU with Triple S at Yonsei University in Sinchon-dong,
Seoul. This marks his last official activity before his enlistment in
July and the first time in over two years that the five members of SS501
have gathered together.[36] On July 2, his agency announced that on 23 July, Kim will report to the recruit training center of the 35th division in Jeonju, North Jeolla Province
for four weeks of basic training. They further explained that Kim was
originally exempted because he's a hepatitis type B carrier. However,
since the law has been reformed he is eligible to serve non-active duty
as a public service worker.[37]
Members
| Name | Date of birth | Agency | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romanized | Hangul | Hanja | |||||||
| Kim Hyun-joong | 김현중 | 金賢重 | 6 June 1986 | KeyEast Entertainment | |||||
| Heo Young-saeng | 허영생 | 許永生 | 3 November 1986 | B2M Entertainment | |||||
| Kim Kyu-jong | 김규종 | 金奎鐘 | 24 February 1987 | B2M Entertainment | |||||
| Park Jung-min | 박정민 | 朴政珉 | 3 April 1987 | Victor Entertainment | |||||
| Kim Hyung-jun | 김형준 | 金亨俊 | 3 August 1987 | S Plus Entertainment | |||||
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