One of the steps to becoming an idol is venturing off into the city of Seoul in order to train at an entertainment agency. While they spend a majority of their time there, many of them come from various cities and regions. In their diversity, there's idols from Busan, Jeju Island, and Gwangju.

While Gwangju is a city bustling with cultural spots and delicious eateries, it is home to a large number of K-Pop idols. While they move away from their hometown, they take pride in their origins. They continue to maintain their accent and share various stories of their time growing up in Gwangju.

Let's see which K-Pop idols are from the amazing city of Gwangju down below!

 

1. BTS' j-hope

j-hope is an incredible artist in every sense of the word, being able to dominate the stage with his group and all on his own. While he's toured the world and visited various cities, one cannot forget his roots in Gwangju.

 

2. MONSTA X's HyungWon

From visuals to vocals, HyungWon is an incredible idol causing thousands to fall in love in mere seconds. He is but one of the idols who can call Gwangju home.

 

3. MONSTA X's I.M

Fellow MONSTA X member I.M can also call Gwangju his hometown. He is widely charismatic and incredibly sincere, often providing feelings of warmth and comfort to his dearly beloved fans.

 

4. CRAVITY's WooBin

WooBin's vocals are heavenly, making fans wonder if he's actually an angel in disguise. In reality, he's an idol pursuing his dreams away from his hometown of Gwangju.

 

5. DreamNote's Lara

Lara captivates fans with her stage presence and heartwarming personality. She is one of the many idols who can call Gwangju their home sweet home.

 

6. ATEEZ's YunHo

Time and time again YunHo has proven to be a standout performer, able to mesmerize with every movement he makes. People can't help but fall in love in the idol. He is one of the idols able to refer to Gwangju as his hometown.

 

7. Suzy

Suzy has dominated music charts, magazine covers, and the world of dramas. She's multitalented with breathtaking visuals and a loveable personality. But before rising to fame, she was a simple girl from Gwangju looking to pursue her dreams.

 

8. fromis_9's Song HaYoung

Song HaYoung is an idol with an abundance of talent, able to charm anyone with her mesmerizing vocals. She is one of the idols who have the privilege to refer to Gwangju as her hometown.

 

9. Weeekly's Park SoEun

While she has been incredible since debut, through Mnet's "Queendom Puzzle" Park SoEun was able to showcase her talents to an even wider audience. Her past self in Gwangju would be proud of the idol she has become.

 

10. PURPLE KISS' Na GoEun

Since she first step foot in the entertainment field Na GoEun has been lauded for her vocal prowess and magnetic stage presence. She is one of the handful of idols who are able to call Gwangju home.

 

11. YuBin

YuBin is a living legend among the K-Pop community. Through her time on Wonder Girls she was able to help build K-Pop as we know it today. She is one of the idols who has roots in the beautiful city of Gwangju.

 

12. TVXQ's U-Know YunHo

TVXQ's U-Know YunHo is the blueprint of an idol with never-ending passion. He is known for his enthusiastic nature, pushing anyone to try their very best. Before becoming a K-Pop legend, YunHo was a simple dreamer from Gwangju.

 

13. STAYC's Yoon

Yoon possesses an surplus of infectious energy that could make anyone smile from ear to ear. Not only that, but she is an incredibly gifted vocalist, able to stop anyone in their tracks. Yoon is but one of the idols who has roots in Gwangju.

 

14. OnlyOneOf's Mill

Whether he's standing on stage or posing for the camera, fans cannot help but get lost in the many charms of Mill. He is one of the idols able to refer to Gwangju as his hometown.

 

15. OnlyOneOf's YooJung

Fellow OnlyOneOf member YooJung is another idol from Gwangju who decided to chase his dreams away from home. Everything from his stage presence to alluring dance lines are proof of his talent and appeal as an idol.

 

16. BOYNEXTDOOR's TaeSan

Despite being a rookie TaeSan is able to command the stage and brightly shine underneath the spotlight. There's no telling how much he will grow in the upcoming years and we're excited to witness it. Thankfully he gathered the courage to leave his home of Gwangju and head off on the path of becoming an idol.

 

17. Highlight's Lee GiKwang

Another idol from Gwangju is none other than Lee GiKwang. GiKwang is an experienced veteran who continues to thrive within the K-Pop scene. He's transformed into a respectable sunbae that everyone looks up to.

 

18. PENTAGON's WooSeok

Despite being the maknae of the group, WooSeok is incredible charismatic able to impress with his impressive rap skills. In order to pursue his dreams of becoming an idol, he left his hometown of Gwangju and absolutely proved he deserves to stand on stage.

 

19. A.C.E's Wow

Wow is an amazing performer, able to impress anyone the moment he steps onto the stage. Even without a microphone in hand, he is able to make anyone fall for his endless charms. He is another idol who can call Gwangju his beloved home.

 

20. Rocket Punch's YeonHee

YeonHee is an idol who radiates such a positive energy that she becomes a serotonin boost for all. One look at the idol will have you smiling from ear to ear, speechless from YeonHee's dazzling beauty. Among the idol community, she has roots in the lovely city of Gwangju.

 

21. Rocket Punch's YunKyoung

Just like fellow member YeonHee, YunKyoung is also from the city of Gwangju. She is filled with a never-ending bright energy that fans can even feel through a computer screen. Combined with her stage presence, she's an idol that anyone would love to support.

 

22. Golden Child's Bae SeungMin

Bae SeungMin is another idol from Gwangju who has the ability to stop fans right in their tracks. With his talent and skills he is able to set the stage ablaze. In his fiery passion, fans cannot help but keep their eyes glued on the idol from start to finish.

 

23. THE BOYZ' JuYeon

If you looked up talented in the dictionary, JuYeon is sure to appear as an example. From his mesmerizing dance lines to breathtaking visuals, JuYeon is lacking in no area and constantly proves he's worthy of his fans' love. Gwangju residents can take pride knowing that they share the same hometown with someone like JuYeon.

Who's your favorite K-Pop idol from Gwangju? Let us know in the comments!

 

With summer fading, autumn is right at our doorstep, waiting to welcome us with open arms. The season of autumn signals leaves changing colors, colder weather, and the start of layered fashion. It's a festive time, jampacked with seasonal treats and themes to match. Then, heading into fall for the K-Pop world means a change in music style, where some embrace the yearning that autumn brings.

Soon, ballads will start filling up our playlists and our favorite idol vocalists will be swooning us with their captivating vocals. There are some that absolutely embody the thoughtful and nostalgic feeling of autumn, causing fans everywhere to fall even deeper in love.

Now, let's take a look at some of these K-Pop idol vocalists who completely match the sentimental vibes that autumn brings.

Note: this list is in no particular order.

 

1. SUPER JUNIOR's KyuHyun

When it comes to idol vocalists, KyuHyun is a walking legend, able to bring out waves of emotion with a single note. His soothing voice is a perfect match for fall and all the yearning that comes with it. Most especially, due to the fact that his solo debut title track, 'At Gwanghwamun', was released during autumn, many think to KyuHyun as fall settles in.

 

2. ATEEZ's JongHo

The vocal line of ATEEZ is impeccable, but today we pour our focus on JongHo. In just one second, the idol is able to pluck on all of your heartstrings, causing you to reminisce on a long, lost love. Although your chest might tighten and your eyes will swell up in tears, you won't be able to stop listening to the beauty of JongHo's voice.

 

3. MONSTA X's KiHyun

MONSTA X are an amazing performance-heavy group who lights the stage ablaze. They all  possess a fiery aura that fills up the entire room. But when it feels too hot, KiHyun is there to cool things off with his soothing vocals that match the fall season. While there's still power in his voice, there also exists a tenderness that comforts you on even the hardest of days.

 

4. PENTAGON's JinHo

Whether it's in English, Japanese, or Korean, JinHo is able to captivate you from beginning to end. His singing is crisp like the cold autumn air, offering a safe haven for all those looking for refuge. Even when the autumn weather gets colder, JinHo's voice is there to keep you warm even in the dead of night.

 

5. Stray Kids' SeungMin

SeungMin might be part of the maknae line, but with his skills he shows that age doesn't limit his endless talents. His voice is distinct and leaves a noticeable impression on listeners' hearts. With these qualities, he matches well with autumn, bringing out emotions of pining that we thought were long gone.

 

6. CRAVITY's WooBin

As a vocalist, WooBin is a shining light that sparkles at any time of the day. His voice covers you in a blanket of peace that wraps around your entire being. Listening to him during the fall feels like a must as his voice will make you feel a spectrum of emotions, suitable for the sentiments of the season.

 

7. WEi's Kang SeokHwa

Kang SeokHwa's vocals are like a special treasure that you want to share with everyone. While listening to him sing, you can just imagine a shower of red and orange leaves falling around you. Even if you're caught in a whirlwind of feelings, SeokHwa's vocals have the ability to guide you away and towards a safe place.

 

8. NCT's TaeIl

TaeIl is an outstanding vocalist who showcases his vocal prowess regardless of genre. The way he handles ballads is especially touching. You'll naturally find yourself swaying side to side, caught up in the heartfelt melody his voice creates. During the sentimental autumn months, listening to TaeIl is the perfect remedy for any broken heart.

Which idol vocalist are you listening to during the autumn season? Let us know in the comments!

 

Debuting in 2020, Starship Entertainment boy group CRAVITY are composed of nine immensely talented members who have consolidated their skills in the key areas of K-Pop performance; vocals, rap and dance. They are passionate about their job as idols, crafting each performance to the highest quality it can possibly be. 

Not only do they give it their all in their own songs but in that of other artists as well. For their YouTube series “C-Plus+” and “C-LOG”, CRAVITY have produced several vocal covers of songs by artists both within and outside of K-Pop. 

These are just nine of their best vocal covers.

Note: This is not a ranking.

 

1. 'Lemon', sung by WonJin and HyeongJun

WonJin and HyeongJun paired up to sing one of the most popular songs in the Asian music scene in recent years, ‘Lemon’ by Kenshi Yonezu. Both members have such sweet voices that really brought out the melancholy of the song. There is also an adorable video of the two of them fooling around as students accompanying the joy of their voices.

 

2. 'goodnight, dear', sung by Allen

If you want something gentle and comforting to listen to before sleeping, Allen’s superb cover of Young K’s delicate song ‘goodnight, dear’ is perfect. Everything about this cover highlighted the warmth and sincerity of the song from Allen’s tender vocals to the fact that the recording, video and translations were all by him. Despite him being one of the group’s main rappers, his vocals showed there is no limit to his talent as an all-round performer. Just read the lyrics as you listen to his voice and you’ll be asleep in no time.

 

3. 'Chandelier', sung by WooBin

Main vocalist WooBin covered one of the most famous pop songs ever to exist - Chandelier by Sia. The song is known for its high notes but with WooBin’s skill level, he hit each note with ease. It was a stripped back version of the song with only a simple piano instrumental to allow his voice to be the star of the performance.

 

4. 'Galaxy', sung by SeRim

SeRim’s cover of ‘Galaxy’ by Bolbbalgan4 is another clear example of how the rappers of CRAVITY are also outstanding vocalists. Undoubtedly, we have all heard this famous song somewhere at least once but after listening to SeRim’s voice, you won’t be able to move on from this version of it.

 

5. 'Hype Boy', sung by WonJin

WonJin recently covered the infamous ‘Hype Boy’ by NewJeans. As a laidback and easy-to-listen-to track, WonJin injected his own mellow and youthful colour into it with his sweet voice. He sang the song with a slightly swaggy demeanour, leaving listeners entranced with this rendition.

 

6. 'Sudden Rain', sung by JungMo

Anyone who knows CRAVITY will know that JungMo’s speaking voice is quite soft and mild. This quality in his voice persisted in his singing voice as he took on Eric Nam’s heartfelt and poignant OST, ‘Sudden Rain’. One listen to his voice will be enough to understand his appeal as one of the group’s vocalists.

 

7. 'Spring Day', sung by JungMo, MinHee, SeRim and Allen

Vocalists JungMo and MinHee and rappers SeRim and Allen grouped up for their cover of BTS’ ‘Spring Day’. JungMo and MinHee did a wonderful job of embodying the song’s sentimentality while SeRim and Allen supported the song with their passionate rap. The group, particularly JungMo, looks up to BTS and they surely did one of their biggest songs justice.

 

8. 'Little Star', sung by MinHee

‘Little Star’ by Standing Egg is such an angelic song with the sweetest lyrics you’ll ever hear in a song. While MinHee’s voice is soft and gentle, it has a subtle manly undertone. With a voice like that and lyrics such as ‘You’re my love, my everything, An angel from the heavens, You stole my two eyes, my world, Little star, Tonight, I will protect you all night’, who better to sing this than MinHee? 

 

9. 'My First and Last', sung by HyeongJun, SeongMin, SeRim and Allen

CRAVITY also has diversity in their cover performances. The two cuties of the group, HyeongJun and SeongMin, sang NCT DREAM’s ‘My First and Last’ for something fresh and upbeat. SeRim and Allen also joined them to share the rap parts. They flawlessly brought to life the innocent spirit of a first love. 

If you liked the covers included in the list, check out their other covers on “C-Plus+” and “C-LOG” on their official YouTube channel.