K-Pop Idols & Independent Artists Underneath 1 Million Subs To Know In 2023 (Part 2)

Within our first article "K-Pop Idols & Artists Underneath 1 Million Subscribers To Know In 2023 (Part 1)," we began to dive into the creative and massive world and underlining’s that make up the globally used term and world of "K-Pop". We looked into a variety of 8 artists: JUST B, HAWW, BROOKLYN, Jeong SeWoon, CheongHae of DIAWINGS, 9001, MinCheon (Former member of We In the Zone), and cotoba.

Within this article we will introduce you to 4 artists, from K-Idols to solo artists to independent artists, who are in various music genres, and that will give you a variety of new options if you are looking for something refreshing! Someone we missed? Consider sharing about them in the comments below!

So, let’s dive into it and discover some new favorites!

1. Aleebi

Aleebi's Instagram

Aleebi is a Korean-American artist who has been making music since 2017 and has since had numerous releases: 'Nandemonaiya', 'Wraith', 'Demons', 'caffeine and dopamine, pt. 2', 'city lights (remix)', 'Fly', 'HKG', 'devil in a red dress', and more.

Last May 26, 2023, Aleebi featured on a song with the Chinese-Canadian artist Koven Wei for the track 'LIPSTICK I LABLIVE' which can be seen below.

As of writing this article on June 13, 2023, Aleebi currently has 3.57K subscribers, which according to his about page, he actually created on September 29, 2011!

Aleebi's YouTube Channel Screenshot

If you are interested and want to check out the artist, you can follow him on SoundCloud, Spotify, Instagram, Discord Community, and more!

2. WEi

WEi's Instagram

WEi is a South Korean boy group underneath OUI Entertainment consisting of six members: Kim JunSeo, Kang SeokHwa, Kim YoHan, Yoo YongHa, Kim DongHan and Jang DaeHyeon. They debuted on October 5, 2023 with the mini album "IDENTITY: First Sight," and you might recognize the group for some of their most popular songs: 'Gift for You', 'Spray', 'Maldives', 'Too bad', 'DESSERT', 'BYE BYE BYE', 'TWILIGHT' or 'Starry Night'. Currently, the group has 658K subscribers!

WEi YouTube Channel Screenshot

3. DINDIN

DINDIN's Instagram

DINDIN is a South Korean rapper underneath D.O Entertainment who debuted on August 19, 2014 with the digital single 'No Limits'. He is known for being friends with Bang YongGuk (B.A.P/Soloist), SLEEPY, appearing on "Show Me the Money," "Knowing Brothers," and more.

DINDIN YouTube Channel Screenshot

You might recognize DINDIN for his releases: 'DINDIN IS DINDIN', 'To You' (Feat. Jeong SeWoon), 'Another You' (Jeong KyuMin x DINDIN), 'Lollipop', 'Can’t Fall In love Again', 'Pour', 'Life 4 Cuts', 'Should Not Love You', and more. Currently, he has 167K subscribers and is a must check for those who love K-Indie and K-R&B.

4. Xdinary Heroes

Xdinary Heroes' Instagram

Coming from the power house that is JYP Entertainment, Xdinary Heroes is an alternative pop band who recently released 'Good Enough' and 'Freakin’ Bad'. They debuted underneath STUDIO J, which is a sub label to JYP, on December 6, 2021 with the single 'Happy Death Day'. Since their debut, they already have an impressive 825K Subscribers!

Xdinary Heroes YouTube Channel Screenshot

The six-member group (GunIl, JungSu, Gaon, O.de, JunHan and JooYeon) are currently promoting their album special "DeadLock," with tracks 'Good enough' and 'Dear H.', which you can check out here.