Bobby’s here!
The wait is FINALLY over
Check out our entire (even though its short) interview with music man extraordinaire…..Bobby Tinsley!
BTSCelebs: What attracted you to the music biz?
Award winning Singer, Songwriter and Producer Bobby Tinsley is our next interview guest!
In 2005, I had the pleasure of meeting and working with American celeb Bobby in the Chicago area when he was promoting his “Page 1” album. Since then, he has signed a record deal with Jean Rah Fya Records, been featured on BET Soul Sessions, and he was nominated and won awards.
I will be catching up with my old music buddy @BobbyTinsley via email and I will update this site soon with the entire interview transcript.
Read more about his career in the industry here.
Image Source: All rights to the photos belong to Bobby Tinsley, CTL Music Group, and Jean Rah Fya Records.
Did you miss our Twitter-view with Vietnamese model Ryuichi Pham yesterday? Well, never fear…BTSCelebs recap is here!
Check our the full Twitter-view transcript below:
Ryuchi: sitting at coffe bean saigon waiting for ur quessstions so excited haha!!
BTSCelebs: Let’s start off with the basics……What drew you to modeling?
Ryuchi: I was scouted 2 years ago by my current agency “Instyle models Munich” while walking around with my friends!!
You were in the right place at the right time 🙂 I was scouted when I was around 11, but that is story for another time…next question… As a child, did you dream of becoming a model? What were you nurtured to become?
sure! was dancing to Madonnas Vogue everyday and night haha jk no ..I wanted to become a pokemon master!!! nurtured? like what did my parents want me to become? they hoped that I wont get into prison n become a gangster
there is nothing wrong with that….haha 🙂 Seriously, who do you look to for support and motivation?
I always ask my MUM…(I LOVE YOU MUM) she is the person I can talk to and ask for advices…I am a mama’s boy
Nice..I know Mom must be proud. She has a “model” son :)…Is it scary being in front of the camera? What do you like about it?
First it was really awkward…posing..facial expression everything has to be perfect..and although I am still a newbie in this business.I think I am already alot more comfortable with being in front of the camera as it gets “Less” scary with every “successful” fotoshoot
How do you control your nervousness ?
I drink :))…alot of water lol..no srsly I jump around I dance and I sing like before I had my finals my neighbours complaint becuz I kept sining at night before I was so nervous :((
Being active helps..interesting….Besides winning the contest, have you gotten additional modeling opportunities?
Right now I am in vietnam visiting my family but I also got a job for Elle Vietnam tmrw so stay tuned haha
We will…haha :)…..Are you currently on an exclusive contract with a modeling agency in Germany?
I am only under instyle but I am free to join other agencies so if u know someone….:)) holla at me
Holla! haha Ok …..Do you want to expand your modeling career to the USA?
going international is a big dream of mine right now I am waiting for replies of agencies in Paris and America but it is still really hard for an asian model to be really succesful in europe or america as ppl are still not interested in asian models :((
I hear you. I guess you have to keep trying until you reach your goals…. Do you have a role model?
male asian models like sen mitsuji or noma han are people I look up to because they are asian and successful
They can give many hope…..Q: How will you juggle a romantic relationship with the demands of a modeling career?
I dont know I ve never had a “romantic relationship” haha forever alone lol …honestly I dont know…
When the time comes…you will probably deal with it then…:) Ok, here is our last question…. If you had to describe yourself in 3 words, what would they be?
openminded honest hungry thanks alot for the interview and showing interest in a newface like me 🙂 if u guys have any firther questions whether personal questions or questions bout modellin just message me good bye :))
A big thank you again to @EnVogue_Ryu for our in-depth #btscelebs Twitter-view about the modeling industry.
Also, thanks to @NaijaSeoul, @blueorchids, @ohkpop &myself 🙂 for creating the interview questions and RTing the promos…Thanks everyone for tweeting in! 🙂
Male model and Soompi’s 2010 Ulzzang male winner Ryuichi aka EnVogue will be our next Twitter-view guest! Read his official intro tweet below:
“@Kimhyunjoongfan asked me for an interview which will be posted on #btscelebs btscelebs.wordpress.com looking forward to it 🙂 🙂 stay tuned” – @EnVogue_Ryu
We will cover everything…. from his career to relationships. Get the BTSCelebs details during our Twitter-view on Monday, July 25th at 9:30AM [Central Standard Time] via @Kimhyunjoongfan.
[BTS Facts] In Ryuichi’s own words: “I am vietnamese but was born and raised in Germany and I finished high school this year. Right now I am working as a Model and Waiter…”
*Image Courtesy of Ryuichi Pham*
After living in the Chicago area all of my life, I FINALLY paid a visit to the Institute this week.
What did I expect to see? Boring pieces that I would not be able to understand or care about. However, contrary to popular belief, the museum is full of interesting pieces of history and religion.
When you enter the building you are taken on a trip thru time….a place where African, America, and European collide. You have a chance to see what your ancestors worshiped, dined with, and just plain lived in! Clothes, miniature rooms, and many idol gods filled the place I thought would only hold paintings and sculptures.
Now, don’t get me wrong the place still has plenty of paintings and sculptures for your viewing pleasure, but there is also many places for the rest of us [artistically appreciative challenged people] to enjoy.
I recommend all [with a solid religious background] to check out this museum. If you are not steadfast in your religion, you may be swayed by the numerous Eastern gods taking over the main hall.
Do you want to contact your favorite celebrity for an interview or *cough cough* an article for your website? Well, remember everyone is not who they appear to be!
My experience with K- companies is a very sordid one. However, I won’ t use names out of respect of the individual companies. In my opinion, 3 out of every 30 companies will welcome you with open arms. If you don’t understand Korean, your chances after that are probably 1 to 30. The key to trying to win them over is a great attitude, an open mind, and the ability to wait for months [possibly up to a year] for an answer…not necessary the answer you want, but an answer of some sort.
Should you try to contact them at all? Of course! However, remember it may not always be the answer you are looking for.
Image Source: Geology.com [All rights to the image belong to Geology.com]
Ok, I will level with you…I have won numerous K-drama DVD sets and Kpop CDs are easy to obtain too. However, anything in America…not so much. Winning contests in the USA is extremely hard and mostly impossible.
Just Jared, on the other hand, is one of those fair websites. Thru Jared Eng’s youngster site, I won the RIO soundtrack! So, who am I referring you to today for future giveaways? You guessed it…Just Jared!
Now, I just have to find out how to get him to accept Kpop on his site? What contest should I enter for that?
Image Source: Just Jared Jr and 20 Century Fox
After one exhausting week of work, I have to admit I’m looking forward to tomorrow’s episode of “So Random”. The show may lack one pivotal star and their previous set up, but the kiddie version of SNL is working for them.
Whether you are 4 to 144, there is something catchy about “So Random”. I was a little hesitant to watch it after the departure of “Sonny” [aka Demi Lovato] and it is still impossible to not miss her with the crew. However, with the exception of the occasion mean skit [ making fun of celebs ] it is quite funny.
Pros: imitation Wheel of Fortune and MC Grammar
Cons: Tantrum Girl and that Goulish Skit
It’s fair to give “So Random” 7 out of 10 stars. Although, I do wish they would explain why Chad Dylan Cooper joined the show and where the “Sonny Monore” character is today.
Judge the news series for yourself and check out their official Facebook here
All rights to the image belong to Disney/ABC
American recording artist Elliott Yamin is one of my favorite singers. I own all three of his studio albums, I have seen him perform live, and I think he is one of the most talented male vocalists around.
However, I guess there was something I didn’t know about the former American Idol finalist. Apparently, he loves fairytales. He tweeted the image above and “Princess Yamin” as the caption. Do I like seeing him in a tiara? NOT AT ALL!!! But, I’m curious about your opinion.
Check out his recent interview as Prince Yamin here
All rights to the image belong to Elliott Yamin [@elliottyamin]
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