#glabingo

Right now seems to be the era of the KPop group. As I covered in a past top 5, not everyone is given the same attention, including Korean Bands. Another widely overlooked area of the Korean music industry is the Korean soloist. I could likely make a Top 10, if I really wanted too, but Tumblr only lets me add 5 videos (rip). As such, I’ll just make a top 5 and include 5 artists I hope you all can support in addition to KPop groups and bands.

#1: Glabingo

I don’t know anyone who has ever heard of Glabingo, which is a shame because his voice, it’s so beautiful. He has a few songs out, and I’d probably listen to them on the same playlist as songs by Jay Park. He has that same sort of beautiful voice and relaxing vibe. I actually listed him as #1 because so few people have actually heard of him.

#2: Holland

Holland has gained international attention because of he is the country’s first openly gay idol. Sticking true to his identity, his videos tell of his experiences in relationships. I think that, since it is pride month, this is the best time for me, as a fan, to push for others to listen to his music.

He’s actually progressed a lot since his first MV “Neverland” came back. A lot of people have acknowledged his improvement, and I think he’s finding a sound that really suits his voice, too.

#3: Kevin Oh

Kevin Oh’s voice is best suited for rainy days, spent alone with a warm drink. They make me think of late nights, fairy lights, and being close to just one person in a soft way. Or, in the case of his song “Lover,” nights spent alone after a breakup, waiting for the wounds to heal.

His voice is absolutely beautiful, and ballads really suit him. I wish he’d have more chances to do OST work, as he’d do well in a drama. There’s no doubt in my mind, honestly, that he’d be perfect for that. Of course, I’d also be just as happy with some full-length albums by him.

#4: Seo In Guk

One thing I’m known for is my unending love and support for the man that is Seo In Guk.

I originally was going to link “Bebe,” which is by far one of my favorite songs of his. However, I’m in a bit of a ballad mood after Kevin Oh. Additionally, this MV and song are very emotional for his fans. We get to see him performing, get to hear/read the lyrics he wrote and gave to his right before he was supposed to enlist in the military. As his fans, we’ve been waiting eagerly for his return. We want our happy, healthy Seon In Guk.

“There are still memories to make together, there’s still more. We’re just apart for now, you and I, we’re still there.“

#5: JUN

I love Jun’s voice and his music. I’ve never been disappointed with anything he’s released. All in all, his voice is easy to hear and nice on the ears. When it comes to soloists, I like voices that aren’t too hard on my ears, and Jun easily meets this criteria. Additionally, his songs sound unique, not like a ballad or dance song I’ve heard 100 times.

It’s especially admirable, as noted by his fans, that he’s not held to a contract, thus there’s no fear of being told not to date, what to post, and what to sing. His work is his own and he is in control of his own fate. That alone makes him admirable.

It’s a shame that not many people really know about him, but now is a great time to start because he did make a post in the comments for this newest video (Admit) that there will be more Jun content throughout June.

Honorable Mention: Eric Nam

Best New Male: ONE

Best New Female:  Minzy

Best Male Group:  HIGHLIGHT

Best Female Group: CLC

Best Male Solo Artist:  GLABINGO

Female Solo Artist: SEOHYUN

Best Dance Performance Solo: LEEGIKWANG- What You Like

Best Male Dance Performance:  PENTAGON - 'Like This'

Best Female Dance Performance:  PLAYBACK- Want You To Say

Best Vocal Male Performance: Taeyang

Best Vocal Female Performance. LEE HI

Best Vocal Performance Group: EXID-Night Rather Than Day

Best Band Performance: The Rose - Sorry

Best Hip Hop & Urban Performance: Millic ft. Fancy Child - Paradise

Best Collaboration: Babylon ft. Chungha - Lalala 

Best Music Video: HYOLYN, Kisum - FRUITY

Song of the year - Akmu -Dinosaur

Lucky Strike cover by Dreamcatcher

Really Really cover by Dreamcatcher

Hurricane by Panic! at the Disco

Forever by Exo

Jelly by Hotshot

That Girl by Jung Yong Hwa ft Loco

Bullshit by G-Dragon

Bonny by Glabingo

Treasure Island by millic and han

Dinosaur by Akdong Musician 

Song : Beautiful Beautiful

Artist : Punch & GLABINGO