Oh My K-Pop

In 2014, NIve first gained public recognition by appearing on an audition program. Originally from New Jersey, he studied abroad and debuted with his first single "Getaway" in the US in November 2018. In April 2019, he made his debut as a composer in Korea, contributing to EXO 첸's first solo mini-album with the title track '사월이 지나면 우리 헤어져요 (Beautiful goodbye)' In...

ZEROBASEONE is a multinational 9-member boy group, debuted on July 10, 2023, with their EP album [YOUTH IN THE SHADE]. Before their debut, they were already recognized as “K-Pop’s Best Boy Group of the Year” by the Grammys. The members each have distinct vocal tones and impressive live performances, and they are well-known for their energetic, trendy, and refreshing performances. Within just six d...

In 2009, 수지 was street-cast through an audition program and debuted in 2010 as a member of the girl group Miss A with the single album 'BAD BUT GOOD.' Despite her innocent and fresh image, 수지 gained a lot of love for her down-to-earth personality and activities on variety shows. In 2011, she made her acting debut in the drama ‘Dream High,’ and through her natural and pure acting, she e...

플레이브(PLAVE) is the 5-member virtual idol group who made a remarkable impact since their debut in March 2023 with their first single '기다릴게 (Wait for you)'. Their debut album, which sold 27,000 copies in its first week, marked a quiet but meaningful start. Following that, they quickly gained popularity with songs like '여섯 번째 여름 (The 6th Summer)' and the holiday classic...

A hip-hop duo formed by 최자(Choiza) and 개코(Gaeko), who had originally been part of the underground group KOD in high school.   They officially debuted in 2000 as CB MASS.   Their debut album 'Taxi Driver', released in May 2004, included the title track ‘Ring My Bell,’ which topped various charts and earned them explosive popularity.   Known for their excellent beat sense, rapping, and l...

Debuting in September 1995 as a child member of the group "Lulla," G-DRAGON officially began his music career in January 2001 with the album "2001 대한민국 Hip Hop Flex" as a '13-year-old rapper.' He then became the leader of the boy group [BIGBANG], which debuted in 2006, and started his full-scale music career. It’s no exaggeration to say that all of BIGBANG's hit...

Debuting on January 16, 2014, GOT7 is a 7-member self-producing multinational boy group. Initially known for their "martial arts tricking" concept, they started with hip-hop music but later expanded their musical spectrum to include a wide range of genres, from hip-hop to R&B, with strong vocals, energetic performances, and original choreography. As one of the representative global b...

Debuting on January 16, 2015, with '유리구슬 (Glass Bead)', this 6-member girl group established a unique niche with their pure charm and powerful synchronized choreography, earning the title "Power Innocence." Known for their emotional and dreamy music, retro-style tracks, and their ability to master diverse concepts, GFRIEND became a "concept artisan," presenting fresh, captivating stages with e...

Debuted in 2003 as a member of 동방신기 (TVXQ) under the stage name “영웅재중.”   Later joined JYJ after three members left the group.   Debuted as a solo artist in Korea in 2013 and in Japan in 2018.   A top-tier vocalist capable of mastering various genres, with an album composed entirely of self-written songs, showcasing his skills as a songwriter, composer, and producer.   Besides music, he’s...

Debuted in the music industry as a guest vocalist for 015B’s first album title track, 텅 빈 거리에서 (On an Empty Street)'. Began his solo career in 1991 with his album <처음 만날때처럼 (Just like we first met)>. Known for his clean pronunciation and delivery, 윤종신 is a master of expressing emotions with simplicity and poignancy. Starting with his fourth full- length album, he’s taken on s...

Dreamcatcher is a seven-member multinational girl group that debuted in 2017.   Their name, inspired by the Native American talisman "dreamcatcher," reflects their unique concept.   The group incorporates it into album logos and artwork that match each concept.   Known for fast-tempo dance music based on rock/metal and a strong storyline, Dreamcatcher is beloved by international idol fans for thei...

Debuting on September 18, 2007, with their first album [Urban Life Style], Daybreak is a 4-member rock band that, unlike many indie bands, has gained widespread love with their mainstream music. Known for their impressive musical skills and live performances, they mainly showcase pop rock and modern rock tracks, but they also explore various genres including ballads, city pop, and new wave. The ba...

박효신 debuted in November 1999 as a singer and musical actor, and was called the "second 임재범" at the time of his debut. He made a strong impression with the title track '동경 (Longing)' from his second album, which was created with contributions from some of the greatest musicians of that time, like 김동률, 조규만, and 유희열. He’s an incredibly talented vocalist with outstanding vocal power a...

He started his music career in college with a band called ‘화이트 호스 ( White Horse)’. Known for his charm, humor, and wit, he began his career as an MC and a broadcaster. In 1983, he released his debut album <나는 행복한 사람 (I'm a Happy Man)>, officially starting his singing career. From his 3rd album, where he worked with composer and lyricist 이영훈 (Lee Younghoon), he began to find co...

Debuting on November 12, 2014, as an 8-member girl group, Lovelyz rose to fame as one of the representative pure idol groups of Korea within just 100 days. Despite their pure and innocent image in music, they showcased powerful choreography. And as a trustworthy group, they became known for live performances, including acapella, under the nickname ‘Livelyz’—a group that could be relied on for thei...

VIVIZ is a girl group that is widely known for their unquestionable vocal skills. The group is made up of 은하, 신비, and 엄지, who re-debuted after their time in 여자친구 (GFRIEND). They debuted on February 9, 2022, with their 1st Mini Album 《Beam of Prism》. Immediately after their debut, they appeared on the competition show '퀸덤 2', where they showcased their unique color and received praise...

적재 is a guitarist and singer-songwriter who debuted in 2014 with the album ‘한마디 (One Word)’. Since his debut, he has transitioned from a guitarist to a singer-songwriter. He is the original artist of the CM song ‘별 보러 가자 (Let’s Go See the Stars), which was later sung by actor 박보검. With his brilliant guitar playing and sweet voice, he has received a lot of love. His perfect combination...

In 1993, while attending university, he participated in the university song festival with his friend 서동욱 as part of the duet group ‘전람회 (Exhibition)’ and debuted by winning both the grand prize and special award. The following year, he released his first album 《Exhibition》 and officially began his music career. After ‘전람회 (Exhibition)' disbanded in 1997, he continued his musical activit...

In 1969, this musician began performing on the US 8th Army stage, and made his solo debut in 1975 with the song "돌아와요 부산항에 (Come Back to Busan Port)." In 1979, he formed the band "위대한 탄생 (The Great Birth)" and began official activities. He set numerous records in the K-pop scene, including being the first in Korea to surpass 1 million copies sold for a single album, the first to reach...

In 2018, she participated in a girl group survival audition program and was selected as a final member, and debuted as part of the girl group IZ*ONE. In January 2022, she began her solo career. She has continuously challenged various genres such as ballads, pop, and rock, showcasing her powerful vocal. She also participates in songwriting and composing, demonstrating her skills as a singer-songwri...

Debuting as an idol band on January 14, 2010, with '외톨이야 (I’m a Loner),' the teaser video of their debut album surpassed 10 million views within 5 minutes of release, gaining huge attention. They reached the top of a music show in just 15 days, setting a record as the fastest idol group to achieve No. 1 on a major network music program at the time. In October 2011, on their official debut day...

In September 2011, she appeared on a special pilot program for 추석 and won, gaining recognition. She officially debuted as a singer on February 9, 2012, with her R&B digital single 'Heaven.' The same year, Rolling Stone named her “the K-pop solo artist most likely to succeed in the U.S.” She received global attention and is recognized as one of the top female solo vocalists in Korea. She’s a...

Today’s K-Pop Musician is "키(KEY)" Key is a member of the boy group SHINee and also a solo artist. He’s known as the “all-round key” due to his exceptional talents in various fields like vocals and dance. Besides, he has a gift for talking, which makes him a regular on variety shows. He’s a fashionista who even directs SHINee’s concert outfits. Through both his group and solo activities, he’s bec...

ONEWE(원위) first released music under the name 'mas0094' in August 2015. They officially debuted a year later with 'feeling good' under the same team name. In November 2017, they participated in a debut project program under the name MAS, and announced their new group name 'ONEWE(원위)', marking a fresh start. Re-debuting on May 13, 2019, as a 5-member band, ONEWE is known...

He debuted in April 2012 as a member of the boy group EXO. Known for his outstanding vocal ability, he excels in all genres including rock, ballad, hip-hop, R&B, and dance, and is praised as the epitome of K-pop vocals. He’s not only a master of captivating intros but also an all-around musician with great stage presence and talent, chosen as a role model by many juniors. He’s the second artis...