10 Underappreciated K-Pop Vocalists Who Stood Out To Us On "PEAK TIME"

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"PEAK TIME" is the new K-Pop survival show that has fans buzzing with appreciation. The program aims for already-debuted male idol groups or soloists (whether they are seeking a career boost, have been on hiatus, are freshly debuted, etc.) to battle it out with epic performances for a grand cash prize, new album release, and global showcase. The show consists of mainly underappreciated groups despite their immense talent. As such, many K-Pop fans have discovered new talented idols and re-discovered talent from once-familiar idols. These idols have stood out in various ways. There are a lot of underappreciated vocalists from "PEAK TIME", too.

Today, we'll take a look at some of the underappreciated vocalists who stood out to us on "PEAK TIME". Make sure to share some of your favorite underappreciated vocalists from the show in the comments at the end of the article!

Note: Although there are multiple talented vocalists in every group, only one idol per group will be featured in this article. This list is not a ranking and is in random order.

1. VANNER's TaeHwan

Not only are VANNER TaeHwan's vocals as solid as a rock, but his voice oozes charisma. More than anything, he has this ability to sing so effortlessly that you'd think it comes as easy as breathing to him. His falsetto notes are super pretty and his high notes are spectacular, too. Many fans were blown away by his high note during the cover performance of MONSTA X's 'Love Killa'. You can watch it here or by clicking the video above. In fact, fans (inspired by panelist Jay Park's words) have been calling TaeHwan a vocal treasure thanks to the show.

2. DKB's Teo

DKB's Teo has the kind of vocals that will touch your heart in the deepest way. His breath control is so stable that even when faced with tough choreographies, he can pull top-tier vocals off easily. His voice has a slightly husky quality to it that is quite frankly irresistible. More than anything, he really knows how to put all of the right emotions into his vocal performances. This performance of J.Y. Park's 'Behind you' will give you the kind of goosebumps that last long after the song is over. You can watch it here or by clicking the video above.

3. DGNA's KaRam

Another no-doubt underappreciated vocalist who stood out on "PEAK TIME" is none other than DGNA's KaRam. The flower boy whose voice is a gift that keeps on giving! Regardless of the genre or concept, his vocals stand out and shine (pun intended). Even with demanding choreography, he is stable and well-controlled whilst pulling off every single note perfectly. In his cover performance of 'Shine' by PENTAGON, you can see his all-around perfect performance accented by his beautiful voice, too. You can watch it here or by clicking the video above.

4. Ireah (former MASC)

Ireah is a vocalist who will melt your heart with his voice. His high notes always exude a refreshing energy that feels like its sonically healing your soul. He is another singer who seems as solid and stable as a pillar when he performs. His low register and vocal tone are especially alluring and simply draw you into his charismatic stage presence. In his cover performance of 'You Are' by GOT7, you can see how multifaceted his voice is. You can watch it here or by clicking the video above.

5. GHOST9's Son JunHyung

First of all, Son JunHyung is the kind of addictive performer that you just can't get enough of watching. Now add to that the way he utilizes his voice to tell a story and the deal is sealed! Not only does he have a stunning voice, but he knows just how to use it to create a vibe that spreads positivity to the audience. Check out his cover performance of PSY's 'I LUV IT'. You can watch it here or by clicking the video above.

6. BAE173's YoungSeo

BAE173's YoungSeo has a quality to his voice that is not easy to find. If voices had aesthetics, his would be the prettiest. It has an airy but simultaneously husky but also full sound that adds uniqueness to the song. He does exceptionally well at adding sentiment to any song, too. His performance of BTOB's 'Way Back Home' is the perfect example of this. You can watch it here or by clicking the video above.

7. ATBO's Kim YeonKyu

ATBO's Kim YeonKyu is another vocalist who stood out on "PEAK TIME". His vocal runs? Gorgeous! His vocal technique, tone, and the way that he owns a vocal performance accenting it with sincerity are all super endearing. His performance of DAY6's 'Time of Our Life' shows how he not only showcases his beautiful voice but also really enjoys performing, which is heartwarming to see. You can watch it here or by clicking the video above.

8. Kim ByungJoo (former XENO-T)

Kim ByungJoo is best known for being able to rock any concept whether it be sexy, youthful, or even cute. His voice is like a sonic chameleon that blends in whichever way it needs to. It's the kind of voice that captivates the ear and holds your attention. It's especially clear with pretty tones, especially highlighted in his falsetto notes. You can watch his performance of BTOB's 'Way Back Home' here or by clicking the video above.

9. M.O.N.T's Bitsaeon

Just like his name, M.O.N.T's Bitsaeon has one of the brightest vocal qualities. His voice has a sunshine-like warmth to it that brings up nostalgia when he sings. One of the things that set him apart as he sings is the sheer dedication that you can see from him as he performs with his all. You can watch his performance of J.Y. Park's 'Behind you' here or by clicking the video above.

10. NTX's YunHyeok

NTX YunHyeok's voice is many things at the same time. His voice is delicate and powerful at the same time. It's solid and still has the freedom to be creative with its stunning and unique tone. Honestly, it's the kind of voice that you can listen to on a loop and never get tired of. You can watch his performance of DAY6's 'Time of Our Life' here or by clicking the video above.

10 Underappreciated K-Pop Vocalists Who Stood Out To Us On "PEAK TIME"

1. VANNER's TaeHwan

2. DKB's Teo

3. DGNA's KaRam

4. Ireah (former MASC)

5. GHOST9's Son JunHyung

6. BAE173's YoungSeo

7. ATBO's Kim YeonKyu

8. Kim ByungJoo (former XENO-T)

9. M.O.N.T's Bitsaeon

10. NTX's YunHyeok

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