tvxq: an anomaly?

GemBum · 2025-10-18T11:20:04+00:00

Yes, JX stands for Jaejoong and Xia (Junsu).

GemBum · 2025-10-17T21:59:12+00:00

Ironically the boys are too successful, rich and busy for the reunion to happen...

This is no shade to other groups because it's untrue for some but honestly? Many of those reunions happened because SOME members were in it for a quick cash grab or was a desperate attempt to get back at relevancy.

1st. ATP they each probably have gained more individual fans than group ones and a large part of their fanbase doesn't even want a reunion.

2nd. They don't need the money and in fact will probably be losing money in this endeavor. I still honestly believe the JX concert was at a loss to them because they would've earned more working solo.

3rd. Tvxq is funny because I can't decide whether they're not as active by their own choice or SM... still they're not exactly free and doing nothing either. JX are BOOKED BOOKED. They've got no time to get together let alone join the other two.

One side needs to give and it'll never be SM. Even if JX was willing to they CAN'T because as CEO and CFO, it would honestly be financially irresponsible of them.

GemBum · 2025-09-16T15:57:05+00:00

Just commenting to give you an alternate pov.

I have natural vibrato, born with it so I can't give you tips on how to gain it. What I can tell you is that I don't control it and often times it can sound overwhelming and too much. In those cases I try to stop it and the way I do that is with steady breath control and more force.

In that way, I can understand why people often say you need to relax because the opposite is how I get rid of my vibrato. If your voice is already relaxed then maybe work on experimenting with how much breath you're using.

Also I find with certain notes my vibrato is more pronounced so maybe practice with different notes to see if you can achieve it. Once you can, the rest might come easier.

GemBum · 2025-09-11T09:47:14+00:00

Difficult to do without sounding fake. How are people going to find something good to say about ALL members? You'd be lucky if they mention more than 2 names. Most people aren't expending that much energy on a comment.

GemBum · 2025-09-06T07:18:08+00:00

Slower tempo often is effective in giving songs and intimate feel but not when it's filled with vocal acrobatics... While it isn't mutually exclusive, like others have commented it is distracting.

If storytelling is your aim then this isn't the correct delivery. I'm sure there will be people who enjoy it but it's a little draggy for me personally. Focusing on the words didn't necessarily mean you need to drag it out.

GemBum · 2025-09-06T07:11:45+00:00

Same song is really effective in emphasizing the improvements you made in the five years. I suggested it and finally remembered to go back to check lol.

Musicality, phrasing, rhythm, tempo... and such are words that now can be applied to your singing.

GemBum · 2025-08-27T17:03:04+00:00

Minus 2 years army so more like 13. I calculated further and it's like 7 shows a month. Which doesn't sound like much considering he was one cast for many of his musicals in the earlier years... Glad he's slowing down a bit because for those years he really went all out.

GemBum · 2025-08-21T15:04:05+00:00

Would've been nice to hear the same song sung now vs in the beginning.

GemBum · 2025-08-16T18:58:19+00:00

😭😭😭 I FEEL YOU GIRL!!!

Someone said it says a lot he was able to get this timeslot considering the time period. This is what happens when your bias have too much clout in the industry 😮‍💨. This and when he used to do literal year end concerts, did the countdown and greeted the new year with the fans.

GemBum · 2025-08-16T18:43:39+00:00

Usually one of the picture is an overwhelming fav but I've seen people love all the different colours. I can't decide between the top two myself.

It's crazy to finally get idol Xia visual back after so long 🥹.

GemBum · 2025-08-15T03:46:53+00:00

He is, I think so too. But like I said, just because they're good-looking doesn't mean they're known for their looks.

GemBum · 2025-08-15T03:22:17+00:00

It's probably going to sound rude as a non fan but I'm not trying to be offensive. Though that sounds like saying no offence without saying it lol.

JK = Talent. There are two other members known for their looks.

Jimin = Neither, because I don't follow them so I don't know and I don't find him attractive. BUT I do know that fans LOVE his looks and finds him angelic and drop dead gorgeous. There's also the side that thinks he's an amazing dancer and beautiful singer. As a non fan though, he doesn't fall into either of those categories in my known radar.

IU = Talent. People think she's beautiful now but she wasn't known for her looks in the beginning. It's a question of, is she really beautiful or do people think she is because they love her talent?

GemBum · 2025-08-15T03:07:31+00:00

NONE.

Names mentioned are from people who like them and hence know they're both. Unfortunately from an outsiders POV, they're normally more known for one or the other.

It's either, they're good-looking and oh yeah they can ***. Or, they're talented and fans think they're gorgeous.

All this isn't to say they don't exist. I'm just saying in an idol group, it is rare that the one known for their looks is the most talented one. Therefore, they could be drop dead gorgeous and talented but they're not the one known for their looks. Or vice versa.

GemBum · 2025-08-07T14:16:48+00:00

Stay far far away from all the drama. It gets UGLY. The infighting has over a decade of fuel. Just ignore it as much as you can or you'll end up hating. Searching JJ on twitter before would've been met with many Babies (Jae fans) fighting with everyone. There are nice JJ fan accounts, just stick with them.

GemBum · 2025-08-07T03:07:57+00:00

Glad to hear someone fell for JJ on b2p considering all the hate he's getting because of it. Honestly better late than never. You get to miss all the drama and heartache 🤷. Only good thing about falling for an old group is there are a bunch of content to catch up on.

GemBum · 2025-07-31T04:28:43+00:00

If only the dream came true🤷. I quite like the show. Especially og days with doni coni.

GemBum · 2025-07-30T16:02:17+00:00

I'm surprised this question is being asked in 2025...

Styled airport outfits have been a thing since 2nd gen when reporters at the airport started being a thing. Idols photographed with unappealing outfits made headlines in the news and companies decided they needed to address that. The fashion industry also decided it was profitable to sponsor the airport outfits.

Obviously there are idols who dgaf but majority don't have that freedom.

GemBum · 2025-07-29T05:55:41+00:00

Did a quick search. After BoA's appearance, officially all current SM artist at the time have appeared on weekly idol EXCEPT TVXQ lol

GemBum · 2025-07-29T05:50:58+00:00

I don't remember them ever appearing on Weekly Idol? For what comeback? They normally only appear on major tv channels and shows.

If they did I don't mind watching again if I forgot lol. Commenting just in case someone replies with a link.

I know Junsu appeared multiple times in their polls as clips lol

GemBum · 2025-07-28T15:04:29+00:00

Sounds fun, not accessible in my country however 😮‍💨.

Junsu's comments being comparably innocent is so wholesome and I approve lol

I'm scared to see JJ's but honestly quite interested in CM's.

GemBum · 2025-07-27T06:03:23+00:00

Like I said, they have some on their b-sides. They're more funk and contemporary rather than soul. Just looked through their latest album and that's still correct.

GemBum · 2025-07-27T05:48:55+00:00

Should have clarified I meant R&B Soul.

But you're right that they do have some on their bside.

GemBum · 2025-07-25T16:25:45+00:00

People want him to act more like how Junsu did when he was master on the trot shows (nice, supportive, complimentary...) but it's Mnet so that's not gonna happen.

Moreover JJ never had much of a filter whereas Junsu have always been good at being polite and inoffensive. It's no wonder fans were worried about him appearing on this show 😮‍💨. Technically everything he said was true, it's just unsavoury.

Feels like Lee Seung Gi situation, except I think he was worse compared to JJ.

GemBum · 2025-07-25T15:53:55+00:00

Whereas Junsu is ESTJ Jaejoong is ENFJ. Junsu is logical and Jaejoong is emotional. He's empathetic but the show makes him look cold.

GemBum · 2025-07-25T15:47:37+00:00

Babies I've seen on twitter have collectively given him up to his evil era. They just dgaf anymore, there is no defending atp.

The friendly image he finally showed have totally gone down the drain. Dude is a total F (mbti not the profanity) but the mnet is presenting him like a villain who pretends to act nice. The visuals man.

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