“When the people who love me (which are the people I love) come to see me, I sometimes wonder whether I should show the real me. Or no! I’m sad now. But they came to see me, so I should show them the happy me. I always lived under that sense of shame.” — EP2. Something to Talk About (숨), 2019, A Short Film About BANG YONGGUK
📸 View of the Arts: ZELO Returns: B.A.P Star Ready to Reclaim the Spotlight with Solo Comeback
After more than a decade in the music industry, Choi Jun-hong, professionally known as ZELO, is ready to step back into the spotlight, this time as a fully independent solo artist. Formerly the youngest rapper and dancer of the iconic K-pop group B.A.P, ZELO debuted in 2012 and quickly became known for his powerful, rapid-fire rap skills and storytelling through music. From the early days of his sub-unit work in Bang&Zelo with the single Never Give Up, to his years with B.A.P, ZELO consistently pushed the horizons of what a K-pop rapper could deliver.
ZELO originally dreamed of becoming a soccer player, but his discovery of music changed everything. His years with B.A.P were filled not only with intense performances but also with moments of struggle and triumph.
ZELO’s solo career has been driven by exploration with various genres, consistently mixing rap, pop, and R&B in fresh ways. His 2019 mini-album Distance and its lead single “Questions” shown more of the artist’s personal side, while 2020’s Day2Day and tracks like “She and Malibu” and the collaborative single “Shower” shown his versatility when it came to lyrics and sound. Through it all, ZELO has approached music with cohesive narratives, integrating songwriting, composition, and even choreography to create fully complete projects.Image courtesy of VLACKSQUAD
Not long ago, ZELO signed with VLACKSQUAD, an independent label known for its focus on long-term artistic growth and creative freedom. The company has built its reputation on supporting artists who prioritise musical identity, and ZELO’s vision aligns perfectly with that mission. The label describes him as an artist whose voice and creativity deserve to be the centerpiece, and his upcoming pre-release single, “Cola Comigo”, will show this refined approach. Unlike some of his past work, which often relied on heavy production or genre experiments, this track focuses on ZELO’s vocals and emotional delivery, emphasising the closeness and sincerity that describe his music.
As ZELO prepares for this next chapter, fans can expect something exceptional with his new music. VLACKSQUAD plans a series of content drops, fan engagements, and performances leading up to the official release. Without a doubt, ZELO is about to reclaim his place in the music world!
What should be a time for the people in Palestine to spend joyfully with their families is still a nightmare. Resources like food, water, and medicine are still scarce and bombs are still falling on children in tents.
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i looked online but couldn’t find much information, so i wanted to ask you. is there any way to send a letter to yongguk or is it only possible through concerts?
thank you in advance, take care.
hello hope you're doing well too!
i'm sorry i have no idea :( he used to have his own website for fan letters but it's now with a company so the site is down. just tried looking this up and haven't found any reliable info unfortunately. for concerts it also depends on each organiser and he's not touring at the moment.
i would suggest joining his 'fromm' which is an online chatting platform! you'll find it on your smartphone's app store (need to pay to subscribe to the artist you want). he sends messages to fans there and sees your responses!
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It was great to have so many of you come during these two days! Since it's been a while since I've seen you, I was a little nervous, and I'm also wondering if you all enjoyed the drinks and cakes. I felt thankful that you waited for me, and thank you for wishing me a happy birthday in advance. It was so nice to feel your love once again. I look forward to seeing you again soon!
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