Rain wins MTV award in Japan
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TOKYO - Rain was among the hottest international stars in music last Sunday for the MTV Music Video Awards Japan 2005, winning "best pop artist of Korea". Pop diva Mariah Carey, Ashanti and Linkin Park were also there to accept awards that evening, cheered on by thousands of fans at the Tokyo Bay NK Hall.
"With so many talented artists out there, and the artists at this event, I really didn't expect to win. I am very happy and I appreciate this award from MTV", said Rain at a press conference.
On stage, Rain thrilled the audience with his strong live vocal performance and sexy dance moves. He shared the stage with performances by Crystal Kay, Hoobastank, and Jamiroquai; proving that Rain has reached international star status.
"I really enjoyed performing in Japan, and I really appreciate the support", Rain said.
The Japanese cross-dressing comedian, Gorie, who won the award for "most entertaining video", danced that evening in a pink cheerleader's costume. He was also fond of Rain and looks forward to seeing more of him in Japan.
"I was in the same room with Rain backstage, and he didn't even look at me! I think he's tall, handsome, and a great dancer. Please tell Rain that I will always be watching out for him, and if there's any opportunity to work with him, I would be very interested - even to be his girlfriend!" said Gorie during a press conference in front a laughing crowd of reporters.
According to JYP's New Business Director, Jimmy Jeong, Rain will have a concert tour in Tokyo on July 30 to 31, then Osaka on August 3 to 4. Also, his live concert DVD will be released in Japan on July 2.
Rain's crossover to the U.S. market is on the horizon, with an upcoming feature in Lil' Kim's next album. J.Y. Park, Rain's producer, is making great inroads into the U.S. music industry, already having produced a song entitled "I wish I made that" on Will Smith's recent album "Lost and Found".
By Krista Kim Contributing correspondent
"With so many talented artists out there, and the artists at this event, I really didn't expect to win. I am very happy and I appreciate this award from MTV", said Rain at a press conference.
On stage, Rain thrilled the audience with his strong live vocal performance and sexy dance moves. He shared the stage with performances by Crystal Kay, Hoobastank, and Jamiroquai; proving that Rain has reached international star status.
"I really enjoyed performing in Japan, and I really appreciate the support", Rain said.
The Japanese cross-dressing comedian, Gorie, who won the award for "most entertaining video", danced that evening in a pink cheerleader's costume. He was also fond of Rain and looks forward to seeing more of him in Japan.
"I was in the same room with Rain backstage, and he didn't even look at me! I think he's tall, handsome, and a great dancer. Please tell Rain that I will always be watching out for him, and if there's any opportunity to work with him, I would be very interested - even to be his girlfriend!" said Gorie during a press conference in front a laughing crowd of reporters.
According to JYP's New Business Director, Jimmy Jeong, Rain will have a concert tour in Tokyo on July 30 to 31, then Osaka on August 3 to 4. Also, his live concert DVD will be released in Japan on July 2.
Rain's crossover to the U.S. market is on the horizon, with an upcoming feature in Lil' Kim's next album. J.Y. Park, Rain's producer, is making great inroads into the U.S. music industry, already having produced a song entitled "I wish I made that" on Will Smith's recent album "Lost and Found".
By Krista Kim Contributing correspondent
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