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 activities by forming the project group '카니발 (Carnival)' with 이적.
In 1998, he released his first solo album, elevating his name into a brand as a unique ballad singer.
He is a musician who easily handles all roles, from songwriting to composing and producing.
He has received much love for his lyrical and honest songs such as ‘기억의 습작 (Extude of Memory)’ and ‘취중진담 (Drunken Truth)’.
Though he doesn’t do much broadcasting, he often collaborates with other musicians.
He is known as an artist you have to break through ticketing to see at every concert.
Korean fans even say, “We are the country that holds 김동률,” as his name itself is a brand~
With his sweet and soothing voice, he delights listeners!
Let’s meet the music of the trusted music artisan, 김동률, starting now~
Today’s playlist
1. 산책(Stroll)
2. 다시 사랑한다 말할까(Saying I love again)
3. 아이처럼(Like a child)
4. 황금가면(Golden Mask)
5. 취중진담(Drunken Truth) - Nive's Pick
6. Replay - AIVAN's Pick

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 a total of 10 million album sales, the first Korean singer to perform at Japan's NHK Hall and appear on "홍백가합전 (Kōhaku Uta Gassen)," the first Korean artist to perform at New York's Radio City Music Hall,and the first Korean singer to perform at Carnegie Hall in the US.
He is a "hitmaker," releasing beloved albums one after another, and has a devoted fanbase called the "Oppa Troop" consisting largely of female fans. As one of the greatest legends in the history of Korean popular music, 조용필 has built a career filled with countless hit songs.
Even though he celebrates his 56th debut anniversary this year, he remains active as a legendary musician in progress.
Let's dive into 조용필's music now.
Today’s playlist
1. 그래도 돼(It’ll Be Okay)
2. 못찾겠다 꾀꼬리(Do not Find Oriole)
3. 킬리만자로의 표범(Leopard of Killimandjaro)
4. 꿈(The Dreams)
5. 라(La) - Nive's Pick
6. 고추잠자리(Red Dragonfly) - AIVAN's Pick

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-songwriter.
Despite her cute appearance, she excels in powerful dance performances.
She speaks three languages, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese, making her a talented linguist.
With her straightforward and confident charm, she has become an icon of the MZ generation!
Let's now dive into the music of YENA (최예나), who herself is a genre.
Today’s playlist
1. 네모네모(NEMONEMO)
2. SMILEY (Feat. BIBI)
3. SMARTPHONE
4. Love War (Feat. BE‘O)
5. 설탕(Sugar) - Nive's Pick
6. BAD HOBBY - AIVAN's Pick