There's no doubt that Seoul has become a central hub of success where many aspiring talents and reputable veterans gather to pursue their dreams. While Seoul might be their liftoff point, not everyone is from the same place. The pool of celebrities is a mixed bag, filled with individuals who come from places like Jeju Island, Busan, and Daegu!

The city of Daegu is home to a number of incredibly talented and visually stunning celebrities, who continue to impress fans every day. While it does offer bustling city streets, there also exists stretches of green spaces that offer moments of peace and tranquility. Daegu is also known for its hotter temperatures, which also speaks to why the idols who call Daegu home possess such fiery heat.

Take a look at our list of K-Pop idols who are living proof of Daegu residents' burning charisma!

 

1. WJSN's BoNa

BoNa is an idol who has dominated the realms of both music and acting. On top of her skills, she has an infectiously sweet personality that makes you fall deeper in love with the idol. She is one of many idols who are able to call Daegu home.

 

2. 2PM's Jun.K

With over a decade worth of experience under his belt, Jun.K is a artist that many look up to. Whether he's standing on stage as part of his group or as a soloist, he becomes a beacon of light to fans across the globe. Despite moving to Seoul to pursue his dreams, his roots lie in the city of Daegu.

 

3. MONSTA X's JooHoney

JooHoney is a complete all-rounder. He is able to sing, rap, dance, and cause everyone to laugh on variety programs everywhere. His charisma knows no bounds and often exceeds even his own imagination. While he's built up an illustrious career, his roots are connected to the city of Daegu.

 

4. SHINee's Key

Key is a K-Pop veteran, cementing his status as a complete legend. Whether he's making audiences laugh or immersing listeners into his charismatic vocals, there's no doubt Key is one of the best in the idol industry. Key is one of the many who are able to call Daegu home.

 

5. Red Velvet's Irene

From vocals to visuals, Irene is an idol with unbelievable poise that captivates all her fans. She's grown an incredible amount since leaving Daegu to pursue her dreams, becoming an award-winning celebrity that's recognized across the globe.

 

6. SEVENTEEN's S.Coups

There's no doubt that S.Coups is absolutely cool and charismatic in all that he does. Aside from his ever-growing success as a K-Pop idol, S.Coups is also known for being from Daegu. There's definitely something brewing in Daegu to produce artists like S.Coups and so many others.

 

7. Girl's Day's SoJin

When SoJin first stepped onto the scene, she quickly gained recognition for her heart-pounding visuals and alluring vocals. She has became known for her ties to Daegu and being able to call the city her beloved hometown.

 

8. BTS' Suga

Suga is proud of his Daegu origins. Despite becoming a global superstar, he doesn't forget his roots and always gives credit where it's due. A combination of humility and talent, there's no wonder so many Daegu residents are proud to share the same hometown as Suga.

 

9. BTS' V

V is but another BTS member from the grand city of Daegu. Just like his groupmate, he takes pride in his origins and doesn't forget where he came from. No matter how high he soars, V will always remember his past growing up in the steets of Daegu.

 

10. DREAMCATCHER's SiYeon

SiYeon has grown tremendously since she first debuted as an idol. Together with her group, they solidified their unique identity and pushed through with their iconic rock sound. SiYeon is but one of the many idols who are able to call Daegu home.

 

11. TXT's BeomgGyu

BeomGyu is an extraordinary idol who only seems to get better at time. Together with his group, they've become global hits, collaborating with famous pop act the Jonas Brothers. However, prior to rocking the stage, BeomGyu was a simple kid from Daegu hoping to pursue his dreams.

 

12. WEi's Kim DongHan

When Kim DongHan appears on stage, fans are automatically smitten by his good looks. They then fall deeper for his breadth of talents that never dull regardless of the passage of time. Being another idol from Daegu, he's serves as living proof that there's truly something special about the city's residents.

 

13. Xdinary Heroes' JooYeon

Among the high tension pop tracks and knife-like choreography, JooYeon and his bandmates stay true to their rock sound. Although now based in Seoul, JooYeon has roots in the lovely city of Daegu.

 

14. DKZ's JaeChan

From singing to acting, JaeChan is an individual of many talents. While he's known for many things, he is also known to be from Daegu, sharing the same hometown as many other talented idols.

 

15. N.Flying's Lee SeungHyub

Whether he's playing an instrument or acting in front of a camera, Lee SeungHyub absolutely shines from every angle. He serves as living proof of the surplus of talent coming from Daegu.

 

16. Loossemble's YeoJin

YeoJin has had quite the journey in her musical career, just recently embarking on a new chapter as a member of Loossemble. She's impressed many throughout her career with her praiseworthy talent and captivating personality. She's one of the many talented idols able to call Daegu their home.

 

17. Billlie's SuHyeon

SuHyeon has proven herself as an amazing vocalist able to wow thousands with her voice alone. Leaving Daegu to pursue her dreams seems to have been the right choice, as she's received a mountain of praise and seen incredible success as an idol.

 

18. E'LAST's Choi In

Choi In continues to steal the hearts of fans well after debut. Even when at rest, fans cannot help but adore the idol in any capacity. He joins the ever-growing list of talented idols who can also call the city of Daegu their hometown.

 

19. OMEGA X's Xen

Along with the rest of his group, Xen has persevered, evolving tremendously as an artist. He is living proof that there's certainly something special within the city of Daegu due to the many idols produced from the city.

 

20. TREASURE's Choi HyunSuk

Rapper, leader, fashionista, hobby collector. HyunSuk is known for many things, earning praise for his countless efforts. He is also known for having roots in the amazing city of Daegu.

 

21. xikers' SeEun

As both a group member and as an individual, SeEun often exceeds all expectations. Leaving Daegu to pursue his dreams, he certainly ticked off every checkbox to becoming an idol.

 

22. NCT's DaeYoung

With NCT NEW TEAM's debut on the horizon, many are excited to see the rise of DaeYoung. Despite his oncoming rookie status, many have already shown interest in the idol and what his future will hold. He joins the ever-growing list of K-Pop idols able to call Daegu home.

Did you know these idols were from Daegu? Let us know in the comments!

 

Ever since its premiere in 2015, MBC's "King Of Masked Singer" has provided the space for numerous Korean celebrities to showcase their incredible vocal abilities. While not all of them are singers, the contestants prove that their voices are simply heaven-sent. They work extremely hard to gain recognition with just their talents alone.

Due to its novelty and appeal, the MBC program has transformed into a worldwide phenomenon, causing many broadcasting companies outside of Korea to replicate its format and success. But as with all original versions, MBC's "King Of Mask Singer" holds a storied history that no one can deny. It has produced countless breathtaking stages that many go back to, over and over again.

Check out some unforgettable stages from "King Of Masked Singer" down below.

 

1. BLACKPINK's Rosé - 'If It Is You'

Rosé has been praised for her distinct vocal color and captivating stage presence. While she excels performing uptempo BLACKPINK tracks, her voice is perfect for ballads like Jung SeungHwan's 'If It Is You'. Her performance on "King Of Masked Singer" sent shivers down everyone's spines, bringing out an entire spectrum of complex emotions that will remain with you for days.

 

2. WINNER's Yoon - '25, 21'

At times the maknae leader might come off as playful and goofy, but give him a microphone and he's sure to impress. His performance of '25, 21' went down in the MBC program's history books. His crooning voice draws you in from the very first note, leaving all the panelists speechless and in utter shock. Even at home, you're able to feel the power of Yoon's voice seep out from the screen in front of you.

 

3. SUPER JUNIOR's KyuHyun - 'I Don't Love You'

From song choice to his impactful first note, everything about KyuHyun's rendition of 'I Don't Love You' screams legendary. Starting off calm and soft, he eventually begins to add in emotions of sheer heartache into the lyrics that leave you yearning for a lover that might not even exist. Even behind a mask, the effects of KyuHyun's mesmerizing vocals cannot be stopped, filling your entire heart at all costs.

 

4. Han DongGeun - 'Breahte'

Han DongGeun is an incredible vocalist that stuns listeners with just one line. Everything he utters afterwards leaves you in a state of bewildered disbelief. Combine his vocal prowess with the deep meaning of 'Breathe', then you get a tear-jerker of a performance that you cannot easily erase from your mind.

 

5. Ryan Reynolds - 'Tomorrow'

For a singing competition based in Korea, you normally would expect a celebrity based in the country. However, with this in mind, everyone from panelists to fans at home were understandably shocked to find Hollywood superstar Ryan Reynolds make an appearance on the MBC program. His crystal clear vocals and perfect pronunciation left audiences in awe. His participation on the show went down as a legendary moment that many are likely to remember forever.

 

6. 2PM's Jun.K - 'Mother'

Despite being one of the original beast idols, Jun.K has always impressed with his alluring vocals. In this moving rendition of 'Mother', he moves the audience to tears with his heartfelt delivery and mesmerizing vocals. Every note is filled with such strong emotion that you cannot help but fondly think about your own mother while listening to this song.

 

7. EXID's SolJi - 'How Do You Like'

SolJi is a living legend among "King Of Masked Singer" contestants, winning a total of 6 times, including the pilot episode. This performance of 'How Do You Like' impressed, not only those in the studio, but fans watching worldwide. Her refreshing, cider-like high notes is gift that keeps on giving. No matter how many times you listen, you'll continue to be amazed by her vocal prowess and the top-tier quality of her singing.

What's your favorite performance from MBC's "King Of Masked Singer"? Let us know in the comments!

 

NewJeans is one of the hottest 4th generation girl groups that has debuted in the past year. Although they had no promotional teasers prior to debut, they absolutely exploded into the K-Pop scene on both a global and national scale. Their songs are trendy in melody and lyrics, causing everyone around the world to sing along and dance to no end.

Of course, other K-Pop artists have taken notice, with social media feeds being filled up by the likes of 'Ditto', 'Hype Boy', and most recently 'OMG'. Some like the songs so much that they decided to create their own renditions! And these cover performances are absolutely mind-blowing!

So we've compiled a list of artists who do NewJeans' songs justice and are an absolute treat to listen to! Check them out down below!

 

1. 2PM's Jun.K - 'Hype Girl' ('Hype Boy' Cover)

Jun.K might have history as being one of the original beast idols, but he sheds that ferocity with this funky rendition of NewJeans' 'Hype Boy'. For his version, he cleverly names it 'Hype Girl' and puts his own spin on the iconic track. With a full band behind him and groovy riffs galore, you feel as if you've stepped into a cozy jazz bar. His silky, smooth vocals make you happily sway from side to side while enjoying the fun cover.

 

2. Heize - 'Ditto' Cover

Heize is absolutely more R&B and hip-hop than traditional K-Pop. But we could not ignore her spectacular cover of 'Ditto'. Her vocal color is a close match to the original and could make you believe she's the long lost member of NewJeans. Although there are similarities, Heize's version sounds like a fairytale lullaby you could listen to every night. The next Disney princess movie definitely needs a voice like Heize for the OST.

 

3. ATEEZ's JongHo & Maddox - 'Ditto' Cover

How do you miss someone you haven't even met? You listen to this rendition of 'Ditto'. There's an indescribable yearning imbued in JongHo and Maddox's voice that's hard to ignore. Their vocals are just that good, making the NewJeans track even more sentimental and heartbreaking than before. You cannot help but tear up while listening to their version of the hit song.

 

4. Kwon JinAh - 'Ditto' Cover

Kwon JinAh is an artist in every sense of the word and this cover of 'Ditto' proves it! The way she brings us through the production process of making her own rendition is absolutely mesmerizing. She keeps the general base of the song, while adding a flair of her own through the melody and wispy vocals. And can we talk about the cuts to her in cat ears? So adorable!

What's your favorite rendition of these NewJeans tracks? Tell us what's on your mind through the comment section!