[Jang Hye-jin] bEfoRe tHe pARtY (1994)

This episode of Hidden Gem K-Indie dives into Jang Hye-jin’s debut album ‘bEfoRe tHe pARtY’ (1994), a hidden treasure of Korean ballads. Though widely known as a ballad singer, this album reveals a much broader musical range—filled with emotional depth, genre variety, and lyrical nuance. The closing track, ‘One Late Night in 1994’, stands out as a legendary piece in Korean ballad history. From soulful melodies to introspective pop, the album captures the complexity of 90s Korean music. Through the Pride of Misfit (P.O.MFS) project, we celebrate works like this that deserve global recognition beyond the boundaries of mainstream K-pop. Read More

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