Magazine (EP)
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| EP by Ailee | ||||
| Released | September 25, 2014 | |||
| Recorded |
YMC Studio, Womb Studio; Seoul, South Korea 2014 | |||
| Genre | K-pop, dance-pop, R&B | |||
| Length | 17:43 | |||
| Label | YMC / Neowiz Internet | |||
| Producer | Kim Do Hoon, Seo Jae-woo, Jakops, Gaeko | |||
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"Magazine" is the third extended play by Korean American singer Ailee. It was released on September 25, 2014, by YMC Entertainment and Neowiz Internet. Magazine saw Ailee take greater creative control, co-writing four of the album's five songs, including the album's title track; Ailee also collaborated with long-time producer Kim Do Hoon and Korean rap twosome, Dynamic Duo. The song "Don't Touch Me" was used to promote the EP.
Background and release
On September 15, 2014, it was revealed that Ailee will make her comeback on September 25 with her third EP Magazine.[1] A teaser of the singer dressed as a clown with braided pigtails was released on the same day. The singer's agency also revealed that "Magazine" was an album that would present the singer in a matured light.[2] On September 21, Ailee released the music video teaser for the EP's title track "Don't Touch Me".[3] Two days later on September 23, the EP's album cover was released.[4] On September 25, 2014, Ailee released "Magazine", digitally, as well as the music video for "Don't Touch Me".[5] A comeback showcase was organised for the release of the album at Ilchi Art Hall in Cheongdamdong, Gangnam.[6] In preparation for the album, the singer revealed that she lost 10 kilograms in one month for the album.[7] She stated further that her company did not force her to lose the weight and that they had pushed an originally-scheduled comeback for early 2015 to September 2014. During an interview with After School Club, Ailee revealed Magazine was the hardest she had ever worked on an album; she stated further that she conceptualised Magazine as a whole.[8]
"Don't Touch Me" peaked at number two on the Gaon Single Chart the week of September 27, 2014.
Promotions
Promotions for the album started on September 25, on Mnet's M! Countdown.[9] Ailee also promoted on KBS's Music Bank, MBC's Music Core and Show Champion, and SBS's Inkigayo in September and October. A second song, "Sudden Illness", was chosen to be part of her comeback performances, along with a third, "Goodbye Now".
Track listing
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Don't Touch Me" (손대지마; Sondaejima) | Min Yun-jae, Jakops, Ailee | Kim Do Hoon, Seo Jae-woo | 3:25 |
| 2. | "Crazy" (미치지 않고서야; Michiji Ankoseoya) (with Dynamic Duo) | Gaeko, Choiza | Gaeko, 이병호 | 3:42 |
| 3. | "Goodbye Now" (이제는 안녕; Ijeneun Annyeong) | Ailee, Jakops | Jakops | 3:38 |
| 4. | "Sudden Illness" (문득병; Mundeukbyeong) | Ailee, Jakops | Jakops | 2:59 |
| 5. | "Teardrop" | Ailee | 귓방망이, Jakops | 3:59 |
| 6. | "Don't Touch Me" (Instrumental) | Kim Do Hoon, Seo Jae-woo | 3:25 | |
Total length: |
17:43 | |||
Charts
| Chart | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Gaon Weekly albums chart | 6 |
| Gaon Monthly albums chart | 22 |
Sales and certifications
| Chart | Amount |
|---|---|
| Gaon physical sales[10] | 5,495+ |
Release history
| Region | Date | Format | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worldwide[11] | September 25, 2014 | Digital Download | YMC Entertainment |
| South Korea | September 29, 2014 | CD | YMC Entertainment, Neowiz |
References
- ↑ Ailee to Make Her Comeback with Brand New Mini-Album “Magazine” This Month!
- ↑ Grace Danbi Hong (September 16, 2014). "Ailee Transforms into an Adorable Clown for Her Upcoming September Comeback". enewsWorld. Retrieved October 26, 2014.
- ↑ Ailee wants all the ladies to clap in 'Don't Touch Me' MV teaser
- ↑ Grace Danbi Hong (September 23, 2014). "Ailee Fiercely Graces the Cover of 'Magazine' in New Teaser". enewsWorld. Retrieved October 26, 2014.
- ↑ Ailee Drops Energetic “Don’t Touch Me” Music Video
- ↑ Grace Danbi Hong (September 25, 2014). "Ailee Makes Fierce Comeback at ′Magazine′ Showcase". enewsWorld. Retrieved October 26, 2014.
- ↑ Grace Danbi Hong (September 25, 2014). "Ailee Said Singing and Losing 10 Kilograms at the Same Time was the Hardest Thing". enewsWorld. Retrieved October 26, 2014.
- ↑ Ailee, Eric Nam (2014). After School Club EP105 Live on Sep 30 1PM (KST) Ailee(에일리) - Don't touch me(손대지마) (video). South Korea: ARIRANG KPOP. Retrieved October 27, 2014.
- ↑ TaeTiSeo win #1 + Performances from September 25th 'M! Countdown'!
- ↑ "Gaon album chart". Gaon (in Korean). Retrieved October 4, 2014.
- ↑ "Magazine by Ailee". iTunes JP. Apple. September 25, 2014. Retrieved October 4, 2014.