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 Sistar performing at the Daejon University Festival. (2010) L to R: Soyou, Bora, Hyolyn, Dasom |
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Seoul, South Korea |
| Genres | K-pop |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Labels | Starship Entertainment |
| Associated acts | Sistar19 Brave Brothers Boyfriend K.Will |
| Website | Starship Entertainment (Profile) |
| Members | Hyolyn Bora Soyou Dasom |
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History
2010: Pre-debut, Push Push, Shady Girl, How Dare You
Sistar began their group activities early on in 2010, before the release of their songs, with commercials.[4]The group made their official debut with the song "Push Push" on June 2010. The Music Video teaser for their debut song was released on June 1, 2010.[5] Two days later, on June 3, 2010, Starship released the full music video for Push Push.[6] SISTAR had their debut performance the next day at Music Bank (June 4).[7] The song received moderate success and appeared on various charts[vague]. The group wrapped up promotions for their Push Push on July 26.
The group eventually returned with 2nd single "Shady Girl" on August 25, 2010. The teaser was released on August 24, 2010 and the full music video was released a day later. The video also features Super Junior's member Kim Heechul. The single was well received and charted much higher on various charts than debut single[8][9] The group also received a lot of media attention when a fan-cam video was uploaded online showing the group filming their performance at the "Let’s Start Sharing Concert" on August 28. During the middle of their performance, member Bora suddenly slipped on stage and fell prompting the other members to stop singing and assist her off stage with the stage-production staff. Several minutes later, Bora returned to stage along with the other members to finish filming their performance. According to Starship Entertainment, the group's management company, she had fractured her thumb and will be treated for the next three weeks. The video went viral in the internet and was featured on G4's online show ‘Attack of the Show', and RTL Television Germany's news segment.[10][11] At this time[ambiguous] Sistar was beginning to do international advances, performing in other Asian countries. On 14 September, Sistar was invited to perform in Japan's "Hallyu Music Festival" as the only Korean girl group present. On 10 October, Sistar was in Thailand, performing their hit songs "Push Push" and "Shady Girl" on Thailand's "Teen Superstar" show.[citation needed]
The group eventually released their third single, "How Dare You", in November. The music video teaser was released on 23 November. The full music video was originally planned to be released the following day. However, the border skirmish between North and South Korea at Yeonpyeong Island caused the music video to be pushed back almost a week. The full music video was finally released on 2 December. "How Dare You" became a success as it swept the music charts and topped No. 1 various music sites such as MelOn, Mnet, Soribada, Bugs, Monkey3, and Daum Music making it their first No. 1 single. On December 9, 2010, the group attended the Golden Disk Awards, being awarded with the Newcomer Award. On December 17, 2010, Sistar won their first Music Bank award for the single.[12]
2011: Sistar19 and So Cool
Sistar wrapped up their final rounds of "How Dare You" promotions in mid-January. On 27 April, it was announced that Sistar will be debuting a sub-unit, Sistar19 with members Hyolyn and Bora.[13] The teaser for their debut song "Ma Boy" was released on 29 April 2011,[14] and the full music video on 2 May 2011.[15] They released their digital single, titled "Ma Boy", on 3 May.[16] Sistar19 had their debut performance on M! Countdown on 5 May 2011.[citation needed]On 31 July, it was reported that Sistar would be returning with their first official album on 9 August, titled "So Cool". In addition to the news, it was also reported that member Soyou lost 8 kg (roughly 17.6 lbs.) in preparation for their comeback. Starship Entertainment stated that "fans can look forward to a more charismatic side of Sistar".[17][18] Upon the launch of Billboard K-POP Top 100 on 25 August 2011, Sistar clinched first position for their title track, "So Cool", topping other various popular groups.[19] On 11 September, they won their first Mutizen Award at Inkigayo beating out other 'Take 7' nominees.[20]
2012: Alone & Loving U, rise of popularity
In early April, it was announced that Sistar was going to broadcast their comeback showcase globally in 41 countries. They made their comeback on April 12 with a mini album containing six songs, titled Alone. The title track, "Alone", is described to have a strong sound, as Brave Brothers, who has produced each of their songs since their debut, has reported to "try out a new style and sound specifically for the group".[citation needed]
Promotions began following the release of their album, as they performed Alone on various music shows. In part of their special comeback performances, they have also performed "Lead Me".
On June 11, Starship has announced that Sistar will not be resting and will be making a summer comeback with a dance track. Representatives confirmed, "After making a retro transformations with 'Alone', the girls will be going back to show their characteristic charms this summer. It's a song that maximizes their uniqueness." Sistar will be re-entering the market while their hit song "Alone" is still on live charts. Sistar will making their comebacks alongside the music industries best idol groups such as Big Bang, Wonder Girls, After School and 2NE1.[21]
Leader Hyolyn's teaser pictorial was released on 21 June along with a Starship representative revealing that their comeback date was slated for 28 June. Until then, Starship plans to periodically release the other member's teasers. Their comeback, titled "Loving U" is reported to be a "fun charismatic summer dance track" that fully showcases the members' individual charms. The music video is said to have been shot on the sunny beaches of Hawaii.
The album contains the title track, "Loving U", produced by Double Sidekick, one new song "Holiday" and remixes of the groups' past hits (Alone, Ma Boy, So Cool, How Dare You and Push Push).
Sistar released the music video of "Loving U" on 28 June 2012.[22] Shortly after its release, "Loving U" achieved an "all-kill" by topping all major online music charts in South Korea.[23]
2013: Continuous success, return of Sistar19 sub-unit
In December, leader Hyorin hinted at the event "A Walk with the Stars" that they were preparing for their comeback. On December 24, news were released that Sistar19 is gearing a comeback early next year in January.[24]On January 23, teasers for Sistar19 comeback were released and revealed that they will comeback with a single album. Starship said that "the girls put their best into this to give back to their fans’ support. They will show you their best, not only in music but in all areas.” [25] Sistar19 released their first single album and the MV for the title track Gone Not Around Any Longer on January 30. Upon its release "Gone Not Around Any Longer" swept the music charts, topping all music charts.[26] It went on to hit Melon's roof and achieved a certified perfect all-kill from Instiz for two times. On 21 February, Sistar's leader, Hyorin stated that they are going to prepare for Sistar's 2nd studio album after they've done with Sistar19's promotions.[27]
In March 30, the first fan meeting and concert of sistar held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia with the many of Cambodian Star one attented. Moreover, Sistar is the second famous lady band after After School band that held concert with many fans warm welcome.
Members
| Stage name | Birth name | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Romanized | Hangul | Romanized | Hangul |
| Hyolyn | 효린 | Kim Hyo Jung | 김효정 |
| Bora | 보라 | Yoon Bora | 윤보라 |
| Soyou | 소유 | Kang Ji Hyun | 강지현 |
| Dasom | 다솜 | Kim Dasom | 김다솜 |
Subgroups
Main article: Sistar19
A subgroup, Sistar19, debuted in 2011, with Sistar's main vocalist Hyorin and rapper Bora.[28] A single, "Ma Boy", was released in May 2011.[29] "Gone Not Around Any Longer" was released in January 2013.[30] The single hit number one on all major Korean music charts.[31]Discography
Main article: Sistar discography
Further information: Sistar19#Discography and List of songs recorded by Sistar
- So Cool (2011)
- Alone (EP) (2012)
- Loving U (EP) (2012)
Filmography
Television
| Year | Show | Member(s) | Notes | Episode(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Immortal Song 2 | Hyolyn | Original cast member and reappeared in episode 25 for a "King of Kings" special | ep 1–15 & 25 |
| Sistar & LeeTeuk's Hello Baby | Hyolyn, Bora, Soyou and Dasom | Raising 15-month old toddler, Kim Kyu-min | ||
| Invincible Youth 2 | Bora | G8 member | ||
| 2012 | Dream High 2 | Hyolyn | Hyolyn played as the leader of Hershe | |
| Running Man | Hyolyn, Bora, Dasom, Soyou | ep 75 & 95 | ||
| Shut Up Family | Dasom | This sitcom marks Dasom's debut as an actress and she will be starring as a two faced high school student, Woo Da Yoon | ||
| 1 Night 2 Days | Bora | Season 2 Episode 19 being the first female guest for 1N2D's second season | ||
| Immortal Song 2 | Hyolyn | "King of Kings" Special | ep 71 & 72 | |
| 2013 | Shinhwa Broadcast | Hyolyn, Bora, Soyou and Dasom | "I Love You More Studio" special | ep 45 & 46[32][33] |
Videography
| Year | Music video | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | "Push Push" | 3:25 |
| "We Never Go Alone" | 2:23 | |
| "Chronos Soul" | 3:39 | |
| "Shady Girl" | 3:39 | |
| "How Dare You" | 3:25 | |
| 2011 | "Ma Boy" | 3:28 |
| "So Cool" | 3:24 | |
| "Hot Place" | 3:28 | |
| "Pink Romance" | 3:30 | |
| 2012 | "I Choose to Love You" | 3:31 |
| "Alone" | 3:29 | |
| "Loving U" | 3:39 | |
| 2013 | "Gone Not Around Any Longer" | 3:43 |
Awards
Main article: List of awards and nominations received by Sistar
Endorsements
In the 2012 list of stars with the most CFs, Sistar as an entire group were in 3rd place. The members were models to a total of 14 different brands including cosmetics, cars and soju.[34]- PUMA
- Sola-C
- Dizzle
- Plastic Island
- Clride. N
- Hyundai‘s ‘Veloster Turbo‘
- Pelicana
- Holika Holika
- Mirror War
- Korando C
- Cheoum Cheorum
- Let's Be Cafe
- Snickers
- ISENBERG
- Ottogi
References
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- ^ jeshicaa. "Another member of SISTAR unveiled", "Allkpop, 27 April 2010.
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- ^ kjpop. " SISTAR's Push Push MV Teaser Released", "Allkpop, 31 May 2010.
- ^ GhostWriter. " Sistar releases Push Push MV", "Allkpop, 2 June 2010.
- ^ maestro-j. " Sistar makes their debut on Music Bank", "Allkpop, 4 June 2010.
- ^ "SISTAR’s Shady Girl Released", Allkpop, 24 August 2010. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
- ^ "SISTAR reveals Shady Girl music video", Allkpop, 24 October 2010. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
- ^ "SISTAR’s Bora fractures her thumb after falling during a performance". 29 August 2012. Allkpop. Retrieved 29 April 2012.
- ^ http://www.allkpop.com/2010/09/sistars-infamous-fall-featured-on-german-television
- ^ "SISTAR’s Hyolyn wins musical battle in Bouquet", Allkpop, 4 December 2010. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
- ^ "SISTAR announces first unit group, 'SISTAR19′", Allkpop, 27 April 2011. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
- ^ "SISTAR sub-unit, 'SISTAR19′, releases MV teaser for 'Ma Boy'", Allkpop, 28 April 2011. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
- ^ "SISTAR19 releases music video for “Ma Boy”!", Allkpop, 2 May 2011. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
- ^ "SISTAR19 releases debut digital single, “Ma Boy”", Allkpop, 2 May 2011. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
- ^ "SISTAR reveals “So Cool” 1st album", Allkpop, 8 August 2011. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
- ^ "SISTAR's “So Cool” clinches #1 spot immediately after release", Allkpop, 8 August 2011. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
- ^ "Billboard K-Pop Hot 100 Launches; SISTAR Is No. 1 on New Korea Chart", Billboard, 25 August 2011. Retrieved 28 September 2012.
- ^ "SISTAR wins Inkigayo Mutizen! + other performances", Allkpop, 11 September 2011. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
- ^ http://www.allkpop.com/2012/06/sistar-to-make-a-summer-comeback-in-june
- ^ "SISTAR Releases MV for "Loving U"". soompi.com. 27 June 2012. Retrieved 28 June 2012.
- ^ "SISTAR achieves an ‘all-kill’ with "Loving U"".
- ^ by neefa (2012-12-24). "SISTAR19 expected to make a January comeback". Allkpop. Retrieved 2012-02-22.
- ^ jennywill (2013-01-31). "SISTAR19 sweeps music charts with "Gone Not Around Any Longer"". Allkpop. Retrieved 2012-02-22.
- ^ by neefa (2013-02-03). "Instiz has certified Sistar19′s "Gone Not Around Any Longer" as an All-Kill". Allkpop. Retrieved 2012-02-22.
- ^ SISTAR announces first unit group, ‘SISTAR19
- ^ SISTAR19 releases debut digital single, “Ma Boy”
- ^ SISTAR19 returns with single album + MV for “Gone Not Around Any Longer”
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- ^ Hong, Grace Danbi (23 January 2013). "Shinhwa and SISTAR Reenact Love Studio on Shinhwa Broadcast". enewsWorld. CJ E&M. Retrieved 31 January 2013.
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