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'15th Anniversary' SHINee's 'RACE'
Since the debut in 2008, SHINee has been considered a role model for many K-pop artists as both a group and solo artists. Not only did all the members release solo albums, but they also have a solid career in various fields such as entertainment, acting, musicals, and fashion.
SHINee, who has been developing personal skills not only through the team but also through solo activities, announced that they will reunite to mark the 15th anniversary of their debut this year. While high expectations are being placed on the synergy that 'Complete SHINee' will show, we looked back at SHINee's brilliant solo career.
Unrivaled ‘VOICE’ Onew.
Onew, who sang many drama OSTs and collaboration songs, released his first solo album ‘VOICE’ in December 2018, which was filled with his own lyrical music, once again proving his warm tone and outstanding singing ability.
He solidified his position as a unique vocalist by presenting a fresh and refreshing charm with ‘DICE’ and a healing song that comforts the listeners with his first regular album ‘Circle’
Last March, he held his solo concerts in Korea and Japan, thrilling his global fans with a high-quality performance that combines colorful music, performance, and scent production. He also played the role of Haram in the musical 'Midnight Sun' and received favorable reviews for his delicate portrayal of his shy character.
Unchanging team's ‘BASE’ Jonghyun
Jonghyun, who was recognized for his solid skills early on with his refreshing vocals, has released his first solo album ‘BASE’, his first collection 'Story Op.1', his first full-length album 'She Is', his second collection 'Story Op.2' and his second full-length album 'Poet | Artist', the albums that show a wide spectrum of music have received enthusiastic responses from music fans.
In addition, he participated in the lyrics and composition of various songs that cross genres, such as his solo album songs, SHINee's hit songs 'Juliette' and 'View', Taemin's 'Pretty Boy', and EXO's 'PLAYBOY'.
For about three years from 2014, he communicated with listeners every night as a radio DJ and gave warm comfort, and he was active in various fields such as publishing the novel “Skeleton Flower: Things That Have Released and Set Free”.
Always new ‘FACE’ Key
Key is showing off his versatility in music, entertainment, fashion, etc. to the extent that he is called 'all-around cheat key'. He opened wide the door as a solo artist with his first full-length album 'FACE', and with the so-called 'retro trilogy' leading to his first mini-album 'BAD LOVE', his 2nd full-length album 'Gasoline' and repackage 'Killer', he presented music and performances with a unique charm that can be heard.
In addition, Key is displaying an excellent sense of entertainment in popular entertainment programs such as tvN's 'Amazing Saturday' and MBC's 'I Live Alone'. Accordingly, it was realized that he was receiving high public attention by winning the Male Excellence Award in the variety category at the '2022 MBC Broadcasting Entertainment Awards', and winning the '2022 Brand Customer Loyalty Awards' and the '2022 Brand of the Year Awards' for two consecutive years in the entertainment idol male category.
Challenges with passion ‘CHASE’ Minho
Minho, a 'passionate character' in the music industry, has played a prominent role in various entertainment shows, including sports variety programs since his debut, combining his superior physique, passion that burns like a flame, wit and sense. He also showed his smooth hosting skills as an entertainment MC, including various award ceremonies and the original TVing ‘Webtoon Singer’.
In addition, Minho showed a variety of performances across the spectrum through dramas such as tvN's ‘The Most Beautiful Goodbye’ and Netflix series ‘The Fabulous’, as well as movies 'Inrang' and ‘Jangsari: Forgotten Heroes’.
In December last year, he released his first mini-album ‘CHASE’ filled with hip-hop and R&B genres with his own emotions, filling the last puzzle piece of SHINee's solo album.
K-pop ‘ACE’ Taemin
Taemin announced his solo debut as the first member of SHINee with his first mini-album ‘ACE’ in 2014. With the hit songs ‘MOVE’ and ‘WANT’, he caused the so-called ‘Move’ and 'WANT' syndrome and won awards in the album and best dance performance solo categories at various awards ceremonies.
In addition, Taemin is loved by fans all over the world for his excellent vocals and powerful performance skills, as he has various modifiers such as 'Yeoksolnam (all-time solo male singer)' and 'Taemdol (Taemin is also a role model)'.
He has established himself as an irrefutable "ACE" of K-pop by proving his powerful global power by successfully completing his first arena tour 17 times in six cities across Japan in 2019.
SHINee is set to release a new full-length album to mark the 15th anniversary of their debut this year.
(Source: xportsnews)
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Choi Minho’s Interview in Military Manpower Magazine Vol 95, Winter 2019/2020 Issue
Compilation of various translations of Minho’s interview:
- Military manpower administration magazine -
(Slightly edited by writtenaboutshinee for readability. Original translation here.)
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Q. Do you often say hello to SHINee members?
Minho: When I was a trainee, I expected a letter from the members, but no one sent me. (laughs) These days we can use cell phones after work hours, so I often talk to the members. We talk about talking to members on the phone often and going out on vacation.
Minho: "I told Corporal Lee Jinki, who is currently performing in a musical performance, that I would definitely go to/really like to go to the musical, and Private Kim Kibum, who is serving in the military in Seoul, that I would like to see him. We stick together and stay apart, I think my affection for the members has grown bigger."
"As a member of the global idol group SHINee, Choi Minho, who spent his busy days as an actor who gave dreams and hopes to many people. Now, he is spending shining days defending his country with young South Koreans in the Marine Corps. Before joining the military, Private First Class Choi Min-ho wrote on his SNS, "I will always do my best to give you positive and good energy without disappointing you." As he promised, Private First Class Choi Minho is delivering unlimited positive energy to his colleagues and other senior and junior soldiers. On Nov. 15, i met with Private Choi Minho, who is defending the justice and freedom of the Republic of Korea, at the 1st Marine Division located in Pohang."
- It's been 7 months since you joined the army. How is your life in the Marine Corps?
MH: Now that I think about it, seven months has passed so quickly. With the help of all the seniors, colleagues, and successors, I think I was able to adapt to the Marine Corps in good health.
- Is there any special reason to support the Marine Corps?
Minho: I was thinking about where to play the role of defending the Republic of Korea rather than as a special occasion, and I thought that the Marine Corps would be a great asset to me, so I applied for it. And I joined the army at a later age than my peers, but I was confident that I would keep up with my young friends."
- What if you could show off some Marines?
Minho: The Marine Corps is different from the rest of the army, so it's the main mission of landing operations. In particular, my company is a unit that parachutes down from the sky to engage in combat as well as sea and land.”
It is the Marine Corps that gathers the most passionate and strong physically fit.
- So far, during your military service, when was your memorable moment or your proud moment?
Minho: The first two moments that come to mind. One was the moment when I finished the whole process and put a red name tag on my right breast. I was deeply moved by the time I had to work with my friends to wear this name tag. The other was when I first dropped off after receiving an airlift. When I came down the parachute, I still have a vivid feeling of training.
Do you have any suggestions that young people who are thinking of applying for the Marine Corps and should know about this and be prepared?
Minho: Personally, I just want to tell you that you need to prepare two things. As you all know, the first is strength and the second is energy. [...] I want to tell you that you need to be passionate and have the strength to support that idea to come to the Marines.
In the movie "Jangsari: Forgotten Heroes" released before joining the army, he played the central character Choi Sung-pil. What did you think about during the filming?
Minho: When I was shooting the movie, I actually felt like I was having a fight. Especially, when filming a scene, I felt like I was in a real war zone. Also, I realized once again that many people who spoke very hard to protect the Republic of Korea during the filming of the movie. At their sacrifice, I didn't forget that I was here, and I promised to work really hard in the military.
The Marine Corps could confirm that the commitment was not wrong.
- Lastly, please say something for your fans who always support.
Minho: "Thank you for your love and support. I read your letter every week. Every letter is a warm consolation and a great help. I have about a year left until the end of my military service. Please wait until the day we return in good shape. Thank you."
Translated by maiiese_TMJH on Twitter.
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EXCERPTS BY OTHER TRANSLATORS:
In one of the new pictures of Minho featured in the magazine, there was one where a cloth label on his uniform was visible, which read, “안되면 될 때까지" meaning “Make the impossible possible”. Cr: 5hineonyou on Twitter.
Q: what should those who want to apply for marines be prepared with?
Personally there are only 2 things u should prepare - physical & mental fitness. There's a saying in the marines "Make the impossible possible". even if your mental strength is still lacking but by having a passionate mindset to make it possible, i think you will achieve a good result. Also by having a good physical fitness to support that mindset, you'll be able to join the Marine Corps.
- Choi Minho Military Manpower Magazine Vol 95 -
Translated by 5hineonyou on Twitter.
Q: Do the SHINee member and yourself check up in each other often in the military? Minho: In my heart, I was anticipating letters sent by my members during my training period but no one sent any to me (laughs) Nowadays, we are allowed to use our phones after our daily working time and I would often talk to my members on the phone and would suggest for us to match our vacations dates. I told corporal Lee Jinki who is doing a musical right now that I would go and watch his shows and I also told private Kim Kibum for us to meet up if I go to Seoul. It’s for sure that when we got separated after to have always been together, our affection heart for our members gets larger”
191231 MINHO on Ministry Manpower Administration Magazine Winter Issue
Translated by iheartshinee_ on Twitter.
Q: Lastly, please say a word to your fans that is supporting you no matter when.
Minho: To the fans I love who always stand by me and giving me support. Sincerely thank you. Without missing any, I am reading the letters you guys sent every week. Every single letter gives me warm comfort and they bring me so much strength. There’s approximately 1 year left for my military service period, I shall end my military life healthily till the very end. Please wait for a little till the day we meet again through a good side of me. Thank you.
191231 MINHO on Ministry Manpower Administration Magazine Winter Issue
Translated by iheartshinee_ on Twitter.
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