[DEBUT] Hyorin to make her solo debut!!!

We heard this past summer that Hyorin was likely gearing up for a solo debut, and Starship Entertainment has now announced that it won't be long before the SISTAR member will be standing on stage "Alone".

A rep from the agency stated:

"Hyorin is preparing her solo album. We haven't set a release date yet. The details for the concept and song production are in the final stages. Even the label is really anticipating Hyorin's album. As Hyorin has always gathered attention with her solo performances on radio and TV shows, we suspect that she'll do well. Though she was a part of the SISTAR19 duo, this is the first time she'll be releasing an album solo."

Some sources are also reporting that Hyorin's album is scheduled for a November release, but Starship Entertainment has made it clear that nothing's set in stone.

Credits: Starship Entertainment 

[RUMOR] Nicole possible solo debut?

DSP Media revealed that Nicole will not be renewing her contract with the company and will be dropping out of girl group KARA.  However, many people are wondering what she plans to do next.

According to multiple sources in the industry, "After the upcoming performance in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan on November 24, Nicole plans to leave KARA and pursue solo activities."  Nicole had a contract with DSP Media until January of next year, but without a renewal, she is going in the direction of a solo career.

KARA is in the middle of deciding whether to keep their group as is or add a new member after Nicole leaves.  In addition, member Jiyoung, whose contract expires later than the other girls, is still contemplating whether she should stay on as a member or shift her focus on her studies.  

Source: Star Today via Daum

Photo credits to Nicole and DSP Media