BtoB’s Peniel Fills in as a DJ on Arirang’s Music Access

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Btscelebs

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Peniel is born to DJ!

The Cube Entertainment boy band member is taking on DJing duties this week on Arirang Radio‘s Music Access. Tune in everyday now until December 9th [KST] and you can hear the K-pop star with the perfect Chicago accent. That’s right!  Peniel is from Chicago.

In 2009, he auditioned during JYP Entertainment‘s Global auditions in the Windy City and he was chosen by the top K-Pop agency. He later transferred to Cube shortly before debuting with BtoB.

BTSCelebs Fact: I was one of the auditioners at the very same audition that year. It’s great to see (and hear) one of my fellow Chicagoans make it big in the K-Pop world.

Do you want to send your words of encouragement to Peniel? Click Here to access the radio show’s official page.

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All rights to images belong to Arirang Radio, Peniel and BtoB.

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Choi Jeong Hwa: Artistic Extraordinaire

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Btscelebs

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If you liked the abstract inspiration of  Minjae Lee, you will love Choi Jeong Hwa!

Choi Jeong Hwa is BTSCelebs next interview guest. His pieces have been apart of exhibitions in Japan, China, USA, France and England just to name a few. The South Korean artist, sculptor and carpenter gave short answers to a total of  8 questions

Next week, it will be your turn to find out more about the artist that has entranced the world.

What sparked your interest in art?
Describe your first masterpiece:
What is your favorite type of art to create?
What were the dimensions of your largest creation?
What is your most difficult audience to show your art to? **
Is there a place in the world that inspires you most?**

Do you prefer a type of music to create you art to?**
If you could color your life one color, which would you pick?**

A Special Thanks to Choi Jeong Hwa, Hoeun and Ryan Roth  for the interview and photos

**A BTS Thanks to BTSCelebs Team Member Anna for her interview questions**

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SHINee’s Key Hangs in London with Designer Carri Munden

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Btscelebs

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Key is dressing like a royal.

I’m a big SHINee fan. The talented and cute boy band from South Korea is pretty much number one on my K-Pop list (like Psy is to my fellow Americans on Billboard/iTunes). Their hit 2008 single “Noona is so pretty/Replay” was my personal favorite.

Recently, British designer Carri Munden tweeted about member Key (real name Kim Kibum). She shared the following message and image:

“On a special play date today with a friend from Korea #guesswho ….We are being followed around Ldn by a massive film crew #sojoke…s #cutiekey #houseofliza#jusnoticeddudetakingaphotoofmetakingaphotolol”

Carri and Key

I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to Key’s adventures in British fashion… on film!

All rights to the images and quotes belong to K-Pop on Facebook and Carri Munden.

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Jordin Sparks Gives a Thanksgiving Surpise

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Btscelebs

The “Battlefield” singer has entered to the recording studio.

After her debut on the silver screen, the singer turned actress has returned to her musical roots. On November 20th, Jordin Sparks tweeted the following messages about her upcoming album.

“I wish you guys could feel how fast my heart beats when I’m recording & holding these big notes!#newmusicsoon #lightheaded

PS-it has been 3 years since my last album. (I know! I know! I’m going!!) Lyrical content is definitely very different. Grow with me”

Are you anticipating new music from the American Idol winner in 2013?

All rights to the image and quotes belong to @JordinSparks

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Elliott Yamin Attends Kareem Abdul Jabbar Roast

Posted on November 18, 2012 by Btscelebs

It was 3 Words for Elliott Yamin this weekend…. Kareem Abdul Jabbar.

On November 19th, the “Wait For You” singer tweeted his photos with the sports stars at the Kareem Roast. Life after American Idol is sweet! It includes music and lots of basketball. The self-professed Los Angeles Lakers fan shared the following messages to accompany his images at the event:

The kareem roast last night was an epic/legendary nite 4 an @Lakers junkie fanatic like myself! M.Thompson!

Got 2 kick it w/1 of my all time,legendary,fave @Lakers last nite at the kareem roast- much love @James_Worthy42 !!

If you missed BTSCelebs very first post about Elliott [Click Here]…. and don’t forget to vote in the poll!

All rights to the images and quotes belong to Elliott Yamin.

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The Civil Wars’ Joy Williams Tweets The Birthday Bling

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Btscelebs

Happy Birthday to Joy Williams!

The former CCM recording artist and current Civil Wars vocalist celebrated her 30th birthday today and Joy’s husband Nate Yetton bought her a little bling! Nate tweeted the following message and image showcasing his present for his wife:

“Happy 30th to my beautiful wife. Alexandrite vintage from her two June boys.”

She replied, “You amaze me.”

When will she have time to show off her new piece of jewelry?

Possibly next year.

The Civil Wars are currently on a touring hiatus “due to internal discord and irreconcilable differences of ambition.” They promised to release new music next year.

All rights to the images and quotes belong to Joy Williams, Nate Yetton and The Civil Wars.

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Meet BTSCelebs iTunes Gift Card Winner, Rzibecchi

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Btscelebs

The Winner’s Circle begins!

On October 1st, 2012, I announced the winner of BTSCelebs very first giveaway.

Rzibecchi (his Youtube screename) won a $15  iTunes gift card for supplying the correct answer to the July trivia question. Recently, he shared the image above and message below with me for BTSCelebers.

“The Gift Card finally arrived after all the waiting! I already made my first purchase 😀:D . Thanks a lot, and greetings from Argentina”

Congratulations again to Rzibecchi!

Do you want to win your very own BTSCelebs prize?  Enter Today to Win an Autographed Copy of Adam Cappa’s CD “The Rescue” – http://wp.me/p1k4K6-nS

A Special Thanks to Rzibecchi for the photo and message.

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Poll: Would You Like BTSCelebs to Interview RPM Italian’s Bill and Giuliana?

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Btscelebs

BTSCelebs is placing a spotlight on Bill and Giuliana!

Since 2007, I have been a distant fan of Bill and Giuliana. I first learned of the loving American couple thru “In The Loop with IVillage”. I  attended a few tapings of the show and discovered more about the Rancics from co-host Bill.

He raved about his wife on the program and even began filming their own reality show “Bill and Giuliana”. ( I watched about two seasons of the reality show.) This month, the couple promoted their new restaurant RPM Italian on ABC’s “Windy City Live“.

Bill, Mama Depandi, Giuliana and WCL’s Ryan and Val

After watching the show, I thought it would be interesting to bring a BTS interview with the Rancics to BTSCelebs….. but I want to know what you think.

Make your voice heard thru the following poll:

All rights to the images belong to Windy City Live and Bill and Giuliana Rancic.

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Brandon Marshall: “So Thankful to Be Apart of This Team…”

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Btscelebs

Tennessee is now singing the Bears tune!

On November 4th, the Chicago Bears took on the Tennessee Titans at LP Field. The two talented teams went head to head with the Bears reigning victorious with a final score of 51-20. Following the win, members of the prestigious football team took to twitter.

Wide Receiver Brandon Marshall shared the following message about the day’s event: “Wow! So humbled right now. So thankful to be apart of this team. Thank you Jesus.”

Long Snapper Patrick Mannelly was impressed by dedicated Bears fans. He tweeted, “In all my years, I’ve never seen the Bears Fans travel like this. A big thanks to you guys. #4thPhase”

Running Back Michael Bush wrapped everything up with his message about the current number of games the team has won to date, “7-1 #dabears”

Congratulations to the Chicago Bears!

The Bears play the Houston Texans on November 11th, 2012 at Soldier Field. Let’s hope the Monsters of the Midway continue their reign in the NFL to the Superbowl crown!

All rights to the image and quotes belong to Brandon Marshall, Patrick Mannelly and Michael Bush.

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Help The Victims of Hurricane Sandy

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Btscelebs

The New Jersey coast after Hurricane Sandy hit.

The world stands up to diseases. Now, we need to stand up and help others.

This week, North America’s East Coast was hit hard by Hurricane Sandy. Many people lost their homes and they are currently without shelter, food and their earthly belongings. They lost their usual way of life after the devastating effects of the storm.

American celebrities are gathering for the special “Hurricane Sandy: Coming Together,” which airs tonight at 8 p.m. [Eastern Standard Time] on NBC stations and streamed thru NBC.com. They will raise money for the victims of the storm.

How can we help? If you want to give during the hour-long special please Click Here for more information.

I urge everyone to pray earnestly, give money, food, clothes and whatever you can to the people struggling to survive after the storm.

If you want to send your prayers, kind words or money thru BTSCelebs. Feel free to tweet @KimHyunJoongFan with the hashtag #BTSCelebsSupportsSandyRelief 

All rights to the image belong to Gov Chris Christie and his administration.

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