BIGyang 508 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Hallyu UK: What does the audition process involve?YG: If people wish to become trainees at YG, firstly they must complete an application form online. Afterwards they are invited along to a formal audition where their skills are assessed once againHUK:What can applicants expect to happen if they are successful with regards to their audition today?YG: If they are to pass this audition in England, they will attend a follow up audition which will take place in Seoul.HUK: Whilst there are non Korean artists already within the Kpop industry (e.g Fei from Miss A) there are no non Asian individuals. As Kpop grows and reaches a wider audience there will undeniably be more people interested in 'making it' within Korea. What's your opinion on non Koreans or non Asians becoming Kpop idols?YG: Well, we already have foreign artists at YG and as you said Kpop is growing exponentially so we don't believe that we should refuse certain individuals just because they're not Asian.To do so would be to limit ourselves. What we are interested in at YG is a person's skill, talent and enthusiasm. We are looking for Kpop idols not just Korean idols.HUK: That being said, When do you expect we'll see the first non-asian kpop idol?YG: Of course it is really difficult to predict a precise time, but I hope non-asian k-popartists will make their debut soon.HUK: When can successful auditionees expect to hear from you?YG: Usually it takes a month to contact applicants who are successful with the first part of the audition process.HUK: The trainee lifestyle is understandably very hard as you have to prepare the individual for the idol lifestyle. What advice would you give to possible trainees?YG: It's true that some people may find it difficult and see it as a hardship. However if you truly enjoy music you'll be able to perserve and use this period as a time for learning and grow. This is the mentality that one needs to have in order to make the most out of the training period.HUK: Is it vital that auditionees are skilled in both dancing and singing or do you place more emphasis on vocal ability when assessing auditionees?YG: At the end of the day successful auditionees/trainees will go on to be vocal artists so we do place great emphasis on this skill especially at audition stage.However, vocal artists nowadays often have a dance element to their performances so they will need to demonstrate an ability or dedication to learning and improving on their skills.So if we see a potential in an individual in one area we will recruit them as trainees and work with them to improve all their skills.HUK: There was an age limit for today's audition. Why was this?YG: As you can see at the audition today a lot of the auditionees are non Korean. As foreign trainees wishing to debut in Korea they will need to learn the language in order to actively pursue a career there. Learning the Korean language will therefore take some time and this will need to be factored in for. In addition, research has shown that it becomes more difficult to learn a language the older you get. So we felt putting an age limit would be appropriate.HUK: Does YG have any future events planned in London? Can we look forward and anticipate them?YG: Nothing is confirmed yet, although we do have plans for the future. We wish to come here as soon as possible.HUK: Once a trainee has successfully completed the training period and made their debut as an artist how long would they spend preparing for their own performance stages and concerts?YG: We don't have a fixed number of years for either the training period or period of time before an artist can hold their own concert. What it all comes down to is timing. There are a number of factors that need to be considered which include (but are not limited to) their influence and popularity within Kpop.HUK: YG have famously said on numerous occasions that they value talent over looks but just how important are looks?YG: We can't quantitatively say the extent to which they are important however, it is true looks are important. Nonetheless, we do value first and foremost talent with regards to singing and dancingHUK: What advice would you give to someone auditioning for YG?YG: Confidence is the most important thing to remember for the audition. Don't lose yourself.HUK: Can you tell us what a day in the life of a trainee is like?YG: Their training consists of vocal lessons which are with a vocal coach. They are also taught various genres of dance as well as a foreign language. These lessons take place everyday and they are expected to train by themselves for the remainder of the time.HUK: Will the YG entertainment CEO Mr Yang Hyung Suk be helping to select trainees today?YG: Yes. The final step for the audition will be with Mr. YangHUK: British Kpop fans are delighted that you have chosen to hold a YG audition in London. What influenced you to hold an audition here?YG: We decided to hold the auditions in both London and Berlin, since there are a lot of k-pop fans. In addition, there are many talented people who are yet to be discovered here.HUK: The life of a trainee is famously long, if British auditionees were successful they would ultimately have to move to Korea during the trainee and debut process. What advice would you give them to help them settle into Korea?YG: I think enjoying training and life as a trainee is most important.If they really enjoyed their life during this period it will help them to sustain the hard time and road to becoming a star.HUK: What's your favourite part about the auditioning process?YG: Watching applicants' faces while they are singing. They look so delightful.HUK: How can one audition again in the future? Will they have to wait for audtions to open overseas?YG: They can send their video clips to YG's training team for YG postal audition.My team are constantly checking applicants' audition materials. I think it provides a good and useful chance for people living abroad to apply. We hope you enjoyed the interviews as much as we did and we'd like to thank YG for allowing us to attend and taking time to answer our questions. The results from the auditions are out and those that auditioned will be contacted via phone NOT email so keep an ear out for that special phone call. cr by Hallyuuk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORIKIYO 5,087 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 The only CEO with more interviews than his artists Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGyang 508 Posted June 12, 2015 Author Share Posted June 12, 2015 The only CEO with more interviews than his artists Atleast he is good at hes job, he is the best promoter. btw he doesn't need to hide from FBI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUGA FREE 2,103 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 The only CEO with more interviews than his artists Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANTI 7,015 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 i hate him, but his strategies in succeeding are really good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yuri 2,662 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 HUK: Does YG have any future events planned in London? Can we look forward and anticipate them? YG: Nothing is confirmed yet, although we do have plans for the future. We wish to come here as soon as possible. I still kick myself for not going to the last concert held in London. Whatever they're planning, I am so there this time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
breadstal 5,261 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 So there will be non-asian kpop idol in YG like Chad Future? No thanks. It'll be not the same if K-pop artist isn't Asian and I'm not racist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolja 298 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Where is pink punk ??? At least he mentioned Lisa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORIKIYO 5,087 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 So there will be non-asian kpop idol in YG like Chad Future? No thanks. It'll be not the same if K-pop artist isn't Asian and I'm not racist. ^ they are "the gloss." I'm not trying to be racist either but you cant deny it looks strange Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGyang 508 Posted June 12, 2015 Author Share Posted June 12, 2015 I still kick myself for not going to the last concert held in London. Whatever they're planning, I am so there this time. Yeah! feel you i'm kicking my self because i missed MTV Music award 2013 in amsterdam, I missed exo then ! so close yet so far! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NASE 1,476 Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 Oh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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