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SF9 Rowoon’s Guide to Becoming A “Prince of Too Many Charms”

*Originally posted on KCON.TV   SF9 is definitely a rookie group on the rise these days. They’re making their U.S. debut at KCON NY (Jun 23-24), their latest single “Easy Love” topped the U.S. iTunes K-Pop Singles Chart, and their members have some really diverse talents.   Chani broke our hearts as Sun Woo in “Signal” Ruuuuuunnnnn, Chani! Run far away from the bad man.   Zu Ho has got the sexy moves. It’s all fun and games until the moves get “too sexy.”   And, Jae Yoon’s got a lot of confidence in his…assets. We love a man with confidence.   And then, there’s Rowoon, who week in and week out manages to amaze us with his corny, yet heart-stopping pick up lines, charm, and “this human can’t be real” acts of chivalry on “Lipstick Prince.” If you haven’t had a chance to check out the best moments of this show yet on KCON.TV, we’ll give you the quick rundown. “Lipstick Prince” has an all-star cast of “princes” including H.O.T’s Tony Ahn, Super Junior’s Heechul, VIXX’s N, BtoB’s Eunkwang, Block B’s P.O, Monsta X’s Shownu, NCT 127’s Johnny, and SF9’s Rowoon. Each week, they are given an idol “princess” whose makeup they have (try) to do. If you thought that Shownu + makeup would equal crying tears of laughter, you would be correct–but that’s another article. SF9’s Rowoon is the prince who just can’t stop charming the princesses to the frustration of…Heechul. And, we can’t say that we’re surprised because who could resist the charm of a man who….   Rocks the latest in “bow fashion”. No one can say that SF9 doesn’t know how to celebrate a comeback right.   Is super tall. Even BtoB’s Eunkwang is hug height. Side note: Awwwwww, Eunkwang just wants the hugs.   And, makes women feel this kind of way: Girl, you just got shook by Rowoon.   …because he does things this kind of way: Television chivalry is not dead, y’all!   To shed some light on SF9 member and future KCON artist, Rowoon, the prince of way too much charm, a man who acts like a character the most chivalrous of K-Drama hero would write if he were writing a K-Drama, we’re taking a look at how you too can become a “Prince of Too Many Charms.”   Here’s Rowoon’s Guide to Becoming A “Prince of Too Many Charms”: 1.  Be ready at any time to steal someone’s heart.  Even if it means becoming a human umbrella and angering the leader of VIXX, you must be #1 in all the girls’ hearts. Whatever. It. Takes. (Catch the exact moment from: ~3:25)   Did anyone else have Enrique Iglesias’s “Hero” playing in their head at this moment? No? Just us?   2. Use a single touch and a single word to make girls blush.  A blush is a sign that you’ve successfully “shimkung-ed” your lady. Gfriend’s Yerin– shimkung-ed at first blush (Catch the moment from ~2:55)   Nam Bora–shimkung-ed with a single word “Cute.” *dead*   3. Don’t look down on props. There’s nothing that a well-placed rose and a well-done pose can’t do.  Even Hyuna’s not safe from this charm.   4. Take some inspiration from K-Drama and turn every wall into a skinship opportunity. Actors like Lee Min Ho, Kim Soo Hyun, and Song Joong Ki are not meant to be watched, they’re meant to be studied.   5. Even if you’re too shy to do this…   …take this chance to let your shyness power-up your cuteness. There’s nothing cuter than acting “shy shy shy.” As every K-Drama hero knows, you’ve got to be a well-rounded character. So, let your shy flag fly!   6. Because even when you lose an aegyo battle to your “visual arch-nemesis,” you might even charm people more with your aegyo meltdown. ASTRO Eunwoo!! *shakes fists*  But also, ASTRO Eunwoo~~~~ *swoons*   See, you’re feeling all charmed right now from all this “shy”. Unless you’re Eunkwang. If you’re Eunkwang, you’re pretty much done with these aegyo games.   7. Become a master of suggestion.  Let me suggest that you date younger men, Soyu. Subtext: Let me suggest that you date younger men like me. Basically me, Rowoon. Props for trying. (Watch from ~1:50)   8. No matter if “people” make fun of your pick up lines, you just keep on stealing hearts.  People = Heechul.   Now, go out there and life your most charming, most Rowoon life.

[#KCON17NY] ZION.T Playlist

ZION.T is a Korean hip-hop and R&B solo artist under The Black Label, a subsidiary label of YG Entertainment. He has released one studio album, Red Light (2013), and two EPs, Mirrorball (2013) and OO (2017). His first single “Click Me” featuring Dok2 was released in April 2011. In 2014, he promoted the digital single “Yanghwa BRDG,” which became a hit and contributed to his rising mainstream success as an artist in Korea’s music scene. His latest release, OO, landed second place on Billboard’s World Albums. The song “Complex” featuring G-Dragon was selected as Apple Music’s “Best of the Week.” He’s soulful, has the best glasses, is incredibly hip–we’re talking about Zion.T! We are so pumped to welcome the man whose lyrics have the power make us shed some serious tears one minute and feel seriously cool the next. Are you ready to see him in New York from June 23-24 at the Prudential Center? As we say every week, get in the Zion.T spirit with us and check out our Zion.T playlist below!

[#KCON17NY] NCT 127 Playlist

NCT 127 is part of the K-pop boy group NCT, which stands for Neo Culture Technology. The group consists of 9 members: Taeil, Johnny, Taeyong, Doyoung, Yuta, Jaehyun, Win Win, Mark, and Haechan. The number 127 represents the longitude coordinates of Seoul, South Korea. NCT 127 made their debut in July last year with a mini album titled NCT #127. Their second mini album Limitless was released digitally on January 6, 2017 and physically on January 9, 2017. The new album scored No.1 spot on Billboard’s World Albums Chart upon its release.     This is a very very good thing! NCT 127 is the newest artist to join the KCON NY lineup! We were totally blown away by their performance at KCON Mexico, and now we’re so happy to be able to show our US KCON fans what NCT 127 is all about. Are you ready to see them in New York from June 23-24 at the Prudential Center? If you’re in the mood for a firetruck of the musical variety or just want to listen to some NCT 127 songs that will definitely get stuck in your head–dare we say for a “limitless” amount of time–check out the playlist below!

[KCON.TV] 6 Things The Internet Has Taught Us About #KCON17NY Artist, KNK

1) They are big fanboys of fellow #KCON17NY artist, HIGHLIGHT   KNK accomplished fanboys #KNK #HIGHLIGHT pic.twitter.com/iYzFftsa9w — Lita🌺리타 (@kinetics123) March 29, 2017 2) The family dynamic between KNK is as follows:   this photo is so KNK we have a father getting teased by 3 children and a giant baby in his own world pic.twitter.com/2FyLjnyp5n — hee (@ultheej) April 9, 2017 Read more at KCON.TV: 6 Things The Internet Has Taught Us About #KCON17NY Artist, KNK

[#KCON17NY] UP10TION Playlist

UP10TION is a ten-member boy group formed by TOP Media in 2015. The members are Jinhoo, Kuhn, Kogyeol, Wei, Bitto, Wooshin, Sunyoul, Gyujin, Hwanhee, and Xiao. In September 2015, UP10TION released their debut mini album Top Secret with title song “So, Dangerous.” The group made its official music program debut through Mnet’s M! Countdown on September 10, 2015. The “So, Dangerous” music video was ranked 9th place in Billboard‘s “Most Viewed K-pop Videos in America” for the month of September 2015. UP10TION has released a total of five EP albums. In November 2016, they released their 5th mini album BURST with title track “White Night.“ UP10TION released their 1st single album ID in Japan in March, 2017. The single album was placed as first place at the Weekly Album Sales Chart of Billboard Japan. With the sales over hundred thousands album, UP10TION was chosen as the ‘Gold Disc’ of March in Japan. The group is expected to be making a comeback soon in 2017. Yes!! UP10TION is our next lineup for #KCON17NY! Are you as ready as us to see them in New York from June 23-24 at the Prudential Center? But, before that, it’s time to get in the UP10TION spirit! Catch our full playlist of some of our favorite UP10TION stages below!

[#KCON17NY] KNK Playlist

KNK is a five-member boy group who debuted under YNB Entertainment in 2016. The group consists of Youjin, Seungjun, Inseong, Jihun, and Heejun. They held their debut showcase on February 29, 2016 and officially released their debut single album titled Knock on March 3, 2016. In May 2016, the group released their first EP titled Awake. In November 2016, KNK made another comeback with their second EP titled Remain. KNK was included on Billboard‘s “10 Best New K-Pop Groups in 2016” list at the end of 2016. Yes!! KNK is our next lineup for #KCON17NY! They’re tall, they’re fun, and they’re talented. Are you ready to see them in New York from June 23-24 at the Prudential Center? But, before that, it’s time to get in the KNK spirit! Catch our full playlist of some of our favorite KNK moments below!