Even though we would prefer that you spend 24 hours a day on the site, The allkpop Daily Wrap-Up exists as your summary for those who need a quick catch-up or review of the day's hottest news. We'll be releasing a Daily Wrap-Up every night at 11:59 PM EST, so be sure to look forward to it! Without further ado, here's our top picks of the day! == ? Music ? CLARA C releases Bon Iver Cover, "Skinny Love" - CLARA C delivered a great cover of her favorite song, "Skinny Love". We keep hitting that replay button, and we're sure that you will too. Swincle releases new MV "Shake Ur Body" - Rookie girl group Swincle dropped their super aegyo-filled MV for their new song, "Shake Ur Body". Check the video after the jump, and tell us what you think! Superstar K2's Kim Ji Soo releases debut album + MV for "Miss You So" - Kim Ji Soo is back with his debut album, which carries a definite pop-acoustic flavor. He's definitely shown some growth since his "Superstar K2" days, so be sure to give this sweet music a try. Preview TVXQ's new Japanese song in their CM for "Seven & I"! - TVXQ's gearing up to unleash a fierce pop track that seems to fit with their more aggressive style. Hilariously, it contrasts with the ultra-cute mascot for their CF. Baek Ji Young reveals MV for "Average" starring Oh Ji Ho - Baek Ji Young has returned with a gorgeous MV for her title track, "Average". Featuring a cameo from actor Oh Ji Ho, you definitely don't wanna miss out on this video! The Boss release music video for "Love Bingo!" - Are you craving for some eye-popping color and crazy boy-aegyo? Then you need to click in and see "Love Bingo!". 2PM shares BTS photos from their Japanese tour + "Take Off" dance MV - Get ready for a double-dose of 2PM! The boys released some backstage photos from their Japanese tour, and also unleashed the dance version of their "Take Off" MV. Check out the full audio for Super Junior's "Bijin" - Super Junior's finally unleashed the full audio of their Japanese debut track, "Bijin", which is the Japanese version of their hit song, "BONAMANA". -- ? Editorials ? [Review] "Fiction And Fact" by B2ST - Our resident album reviewer, Rowdyruff, listened to B2ST's latest album and wrote a glowing review. But exactly how high did the boys rank on his report? Check out the results after the jump! -- ? Concerts / Events ? SNSD takes over Hanyang University - Hanyang University roared all night thanks to SNSD, who dropped by the school to perform at its music festival. Take a look at their performance videos of "Gee", "Oh!", "Run Devil Run", and"Hoot"! -- ? Interviews ? Cho PD discusses his next album and the Korean music industry - The 'bad boy' of the Korean music industry has once again displayed his sharp mind and sincerity through this frank interview with BNT News. Check out what he has to say about the industry, his proteges Block-B, and his own career. -- ? Scandals / Issues ? KBS releases official statement regarding JYJ's broadcast appearances - Responding to the flood of questions JYJ fans have posted on their message board, KBS explained that they've refrained from airing any JYJ-related material due to their unresolved legal dispute with SM Entertainment. JYJ's agency deems KBS's statement as illogical - JYJ's agency was quick to respond to KBS's official statement, dismissing their explanation as misleading. Shin Jung Hwan admits to his gambling charges, pleads for leniency - Attending his first trial, Shin Jung Hwan was quick to admit that he was guilty of his gambling charges. The prosecution is demanding that he serve one year of imprisonment. -- ? TV / Movies ? KARA finally talks about their controversy through "Strong Heart" - KARA finally opened up about the pain they felt during the controversial dispute with their agency, DSP Media. Click in to find out what the girls hid in their hearts during those long months. Kim Heechul's grandma once thought he'd marry Hwangbo? - The latest episode of "Dalgona" visited Heechul's hometown and met up with some of his relatives. Find out why his grandma thought he'd marry Hwangbo after the jump! 2NE1 to perform "Lonely" on "Inkigayo" - 'Troll King' Yang Hyun Suk has done it again; seems like 2NE1 will indeed be performing "Lonely" on public broadcast, despite his adamant denials of such a thing happening. Well, according to YGE, it'll only happen once through "Inkigayo" (but we'll see...) -- ? Eye Candy / Fashion ? Lee Hyori braves the desert for 'Cosmopolitan' - Lee Hyori is burning hearts with her sexy pictorial for 'Cosmopolitan'. Guys, you may need something to wipe the sweat from your brows after viewing the set. -- ? Endorsements ? Sandara Park's summer "Etude House" CF released - 'Etude House' unveiled their full CF for their summer collection, featuring the bubbly Ms. Sandara Park of 2NE1. -- ? Internet ? Wonder Girls post special BTS video at interview shoot - Are you missing the Wonder Girls something fierce? Then you definitely need to check out their latest BTS video from a photoshoot! B2ST wants you to give their dance move a name! - Cube Entertainment is giving fans the opportunity to name B2ST's impressive choreography - find out how after the jump. -- ? General ? SM Entertainment thanks Peruvian K-pop fans for their love - K-pop fans in Peru organized a huge flash mob to ask SM Entertainment to bring SM TOWN to their country. It's caught the eyes of both local and international media, confirming once again the rising power of K-pop across the globe.
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The allkpop Daily Wrap-Up: May 18th, 2011
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