Girl group T-ARA stated that IU and SHINee as the top musicians that inspire them.

T-ARA appeared on YTN's "Ho Joon Suk's News In" on October 14th, and talked about their new album and current affairs.

In this broadcast, the anchor Ho Joon Suk asked T-ARA members, "Which musician stimulates you?" To this Hyomin replied, "No matter which singer or which stage, we are stimulated by them all," and "We're often jealous of those with unique concepts. It's not about learning, but more the thought of, 'What would it feel like to do something like that?'"

Soyeon said, "I think the rookies are doing especially well," and "Recently a lot of teams are making their comebacks this season. I'm stimulated especially by SHINee and IU."

IU's new song "The Red Shoes" features a musical-esque performance, and is a hit with fans. SHINee will release their new song "Everybody" on October 14th, which is attracting attention among music fans.

T-ARA released their 8th mini album on October 10th, featuring their title song "Number 9," and have been busy promoting their new mini-album.