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AAA (album)
''AAA'' is the debut studio album of South Korean record producer Lee Hwi-min. It was released on April 1, 2022, through H1ghr Music. It later won Hip-hop Album of the Year at the Korean Hip-hop Awards. Background In an interview with Dingo Freestyle, Lee explained the meaning of the album. "AAA", which stands for "Access All Area", is the slogan of the label "Area". Anyone with the name tag "AAA" can go anywhere during concerts. It's like a free pass to go anywhere, whether it's a waiting room or a sound room. Similarly, I want to be a producer when I want to and I want to film a video when I want to. I think it's an album that I made with the feeling of "I'll do those without restriction." Release On March 30, 2022, H1ghr Music announced the expiration of Lee's exclusive contract on Instagram. However, it turned out to be an April Fools' Day prank. On April 1, the tracklist and featuring artists of the album were revealed. Music and lyrics Lee sets a "gloomy and rough" m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee Hwi-min
Lee Hwi-min (; born August 5, 1994), also known as Lil Moshpit (), is a South Korean record producer. He is a member of GroovyRoom. In 2022, he released solo album ''AAA'' which won Hip Hop Album of the Year at the Korean Hip-hop Awards. Early life Lee was born in Incheon. He became interested in hip hop after listening to Double K's album in fourth grade. He began writing songs in the third year of high school. He adopted the name "Lil Moshpit" because he likes to moshpit with his friends at festivals and clubs. Career In 2022, Lee released his solo album ''AAA'' under the name Lil Moshpit. It won Hip Hop Album of the Year at the Korean Hip-hop Awards. In 2023, he released EP ''Fleeky Season'' with Fleeky Bang. Artistry Lee incorporates hip-hop, pop, and R&B while working as a member of Groovyroom but focuses more on hip-hop as Lil Moshpit. Discography Studio album Awards and nominations {, class="wikitable" !Award !Year !Nominee !Category !Result !Ref. , - , ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kid Milli
Choi Won-jae (, born October 26, 1993), better known by his stage name Kid Milli (), is a South Korean rapper. He released his first extended play, ''Maiden Voyage'', on February 23, 2017, and gained further recognition after finishing as the second runner-up in '' Show Me the Money Season 777''. Early life and education Choi Won-jae was born on October 26, 1993 in Yeoui-dong, a neighborhood in the Yeongdeungpo district of Seoul, South Korea. His mother previously ran an entertainment company, which shut down after it went bankrupt. Choi's parents are divorced, and his two older sisters have passed away. One of his sisters died in a car accident, and another committed suicide. To support his mother, Choi began to work from a young age. Choi graduated from Pungmu Middle School, and dropped out of Pungmu High School to become a rapper and make music. He attended an academy to study for the High School Diploma Qualification Exam, a Korean equivalent of the GED, and earned his ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Big Naughty
Seo Dong-hyeon (; born June 2, 2003), known professionally as Big Naughty (; stylized as BIG Naughty), is a South Korean rapper, singer and songwriter. He first garnered attention when he appeared on the rap competition TV show '' Show Me the Money 8'' in 2019. He signed to H1ghr Music where he released the extended plays '' Bucket List'' (2021) and ''Nangman'' (2022)''.'' Early life Seo Dong-hyeon was born on June 2, 2003. He graduated from Daewon Foreign Language High School. Career 2019–2020: ''Show Me the Money 8'' and signing to H1ghr Music In July 2019, Big Naughty appeared on the rap competition TV show '' Show Me the Money 8'' where he first garnered attention. He released singles "Bada", "Problems", "010" and "Astronaut" on the show and finished in fourth place. In October 2019, he signed to H1ghr Music H1ghr Music (stylized as H1GHR MUSIC; ) is an international hip hop and R&B record label founded by Korean American musician Jay Park and long time Seattle affil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Swervy
Shin Yu-bin (; born December 25, 2001), known professionally as Swervy (), is a South Korean rapper and songwriter. In 2021, she became the first female musician to win Best Rap Song at the Korean Music Awards with "Mama Lisa". Early life Shin Yu-bin was studying in Russia when she was 12. She realized her talent in rapping when she sang along to Young Money's songs in the school festival. She then decided to be a rapper. She became interested in Korean hip hop after Swings called out fellow rappers on the beat of " Control". She took rap lessons from rapper JJK. She was influenced by Green Day, My Chemical Romance, and Panic! at the Disco. She adopted the stage name "Swervy" because she wanted to live without doing what she did not want to do. Career In 2017, Swervy released her debut single "Yaya" with rapper Eco Yard. In 2019, she signed to Hi-Lite Records. In 2020, she released her debut studio album ''Undercover Angel'', which received critical acclaim. In 2021, she be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Coogie
Kim Jeong-hun (; born January 23, 1994), known professionally as Coogie (), is a South Korean rapper and songwriter. He gained popularity when he appeared on '' Show Me The Money 777'' in 2018. He signed to hip-hop label ATM Seoul where he released the studio album ''Up!'' (2020), extended plays ''Coogie'' (2018), ''Emo #1'' (2018), and ''S.O.S'' (2019), and the mixtape ''I Got A Feeling'' (2021). In 2020, he released the single "Fadeaway" with Jvcki Wai, Paloalto, The Quiett, and Bassagong, which won Collaboration of the Year at the Korean Hip-hop Awards. He signed to AOMG in 2022. Early life Kim Jeong-hun was born on January 23, 1994, in Daejeon. He started listening to foreign hip-hop and writing lyrics when he was in the fifth grade. Career 2018-2021: ''Show Me the Money 777'' and ''Up!'' Coogie signed to ATM Seoul, a hip-hop label found by rapper Bill Stax. In March 2018, he released his debut single "HBK". In May 2018, he released his debut EP ''Coogie''. In Septem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sik-K
Kwon Min-sik (; born February 26, 1994), known professionally as Sik-K (), is a South Korean rapper. He first garnered attention when he appeared on '' Show Me the Money 4'' in 2015. Early life and education Kwon Min-sik was born on February 26, 1994, and has an older sister. He attended Balsan Middle School, and subsequently moved to Vancouver, Canada with his family, where he attended Dr. Charles Best Secondary School. After his graduation, Kwon returned to South Korea. He majored in Business Administration at Sejong University, and later dropped out. Career In 2015, Sik-K appeared on '' Show Me the Money 4.'' He released his first EP, ''Flip'', on July 20, 2016. In 2022, Sik-K left H1ghr Music H1ghr Music (stylized as H1GHR MUSIC; ) is an international hip hop and R&B record label founded by Korean American musician Jay Park and long time Seattle affiliate Cha Cha Malone in 2017. Stationed primarily in South Korea, the label was crea ... when his contract expired. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mirani (rapper)
Kim Yoon-jin (; born May 14, 1996), known professionally as Mirani (), is a South Korean rapper and songwriter. She first garnered attention when she appeared on the rap competition TV show ''Show Me the Money 9'' in 2020. She released the single " VVS" with rappers Munchman, Khundi Panda, and Mushvenom on the show which peaked at number 1 on the Gaon Digital Chart and won Hip-hop Track of the Year at the Korean Hip-hop Awards. She signed to hip hop label Area in 2021 where she released the extended play ''Uptown Girl'' (2021). Early life and education Kim Yoon-jin was born on May 14, 1996. She graduated from Ewha Womans University with a bachelor's degree in fashion industry. She adopted the stage name "Mirani" from the character Mori Ran (known as Yoo Miran in South Korea) from the Japanese manga ''Case Closed''. Career 2020: "VVS" In April 2020, Mirani released her debut single "The Detective". In October 2020, she appeared on the rap competition TV show ''Show Me ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bill Stax
Shin Dong-yeol (; born December 18, 1980), better known by his stage name Bill Stax (), previously known as Vasco (), is a South Korean rapper. He was a contestant on '' Show Me the Money 3''. He released his first album, ''The Genesis'', on July 13, 2004. Discography Studio albums Extended plays Mixtapes Charted singles References {{DEFAULTSORT:Stax, Bill 1980 births Living people South Korean hip-hop musicians South Korean male rappers South Korean hip-hop singers South Korean hip-hop record producers Rappers from Seoul ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sokodomo
Yang Seung-ho (; born November 15, 2000), known professionally as Sokodomo (; stylized in all lowercase), is a South Korean rapper and songwriter. He first garnered attention when he appeared on '' High School Rapper 3'' in 2019. He signed with Sony Music where released the extended plays ''WWW.III'' (2019) and ''...---...'' (2021). In 2021, he appeared on ''Show Me the Money 10'' where he released the single "Merry-Go-Round" which peaked at number one on the Gaon Digital Chart. Early life Yang Seung-ho was born on November 15, 2000, in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul to a Korean father and Japanese mother. He had lived in the United States when he was young and spent his teenage years in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. He graduated from Sunrin Internet High School. His stage name "Sokodomo" means "Korean child" as it is a portmanteau of "South Korea" and "kodomo"(こども, Japanese word for child). Career 2019–2020: ''High School Rapper 3'' and signing to Sony Music In February ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hip Hop
Hip-hop or hip hop (originally disco rap) is a popular music genre that emerged in the early 1970s from the African-American community of New York City. The style is characterized by its synthesis of a wide range of musical techniques. Hip-hop includes rapping often enough that the terms can be used synonymously. However, "hip-hop" more properly denotes an entire subculture. Other key markers of the genre are the disc jockey, turntablism, scratching, beatboxing, and instrumental tracks. Cultural interchange has always been central to the hip-hop genre. It simultaneously borrows from its social environment while commenting on it. The hip-hop genre and culture emerged from block parties in ethnic minority neighborhoods of New York City, particularly Bronx. DJs began expanding the instrumental breaks of popular records when they noticed how excited it would make the crowds. The extended instrumental breaks provided a platform for break dancers and rappers. These breakbeats ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
GroovyRoom
GroovyRoom () is a South Korean Dj, DJ, Record producer, music producing and Composer, composing duo consisting of Park Gyu-jeong and Lee Hwi-min. They mainly produce hip-hop songs such as boom bap and Trap music, trap. The songs they produce have a producer tag called "Groovy Everywhere". GroovyRoom released their debut single "Loyalty" in 2016 and their first EP ''Everywhere'' in 2017. In 2019, they released their first collaboration project album with Ambition Musik's Leellamarz titled Room Service. They have received several music awards including Producer of the Year at the Korean Hip-hop Awards and Best Hip-hop Maker Award at the Soribada Best K-Music Awards. In March 2021, the duo announced they had launched AREA, a new label in partnership with their current label H1ghr Music. They have signed singer Gemini and rapper Mirani. Member Discography Extended plays Singles Other charted songs Production discography Filmography Television Awards and nominati ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Trap Music
Trap music, also known simply as trap, is a subgenre of hip-hop music which originated in the Southern United States, with lyrical references to trap starting in 1991 but the modern sound of trap appearing in 1999. The genre gets its name from the Atlanta slang term "trap house", a house used exclusively to sell drugs. Trap music is known for its simple, rhythmic, minimalistic productions that use synthesized drums, and is characterized by complex hi-hat Drum beat, patterns, snare drums, Bass drum, bass drums, some tuned with a long Envelope (music), decay to emit a bass frequency (originally from the Roland TR-808 drum machine), and lyrical content that often focuses on drug use and urban violence. Pioneers of the genre include producers DJ Spanish Fly, DJ Paul & Juicy J, Kurtis Mantronik, Mannie Fresh, Shawty Redd, Fatboi, Zaytoven, DJ Screw, and DJ Toomp, along with rappers T.I., Jeezy, and Gucci Mane. The style was popularized by Record producer, producer Lex Luger (record pr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
