Get to know NOMAD: The rising K-Pop boy group fusing R&B and Hip Hop

    Even before their debut, the group received a lot of attention for their original music and one-of-a-kind performances.

    NOMAD

    NOMAD

    NOMAD, a 5-member K-pop group that combines R&B and hip hop and is recognized for crafting their songs and choreography, will release their first single album in October. Even before their debut, the group received a lot of attention for their original music and one-of-a-kind performances on songs like "No Pressure" and "California Love."

    Following their debut, NOMAD conducted successful shows in Tokyo and Osaka, as well as a performance in Mexico. Their future single will include concepts created in partnership with prominent international producers and global songwriters.

    NOMAD plans activities in Japan, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia as part of their comeback. So, before all of this starts, let's get to know the members a little better.

    DOY

    Birth Name: Hong Doeui

    Position: Leader, Producer, Composer

    Birthday: September 16, 1999

    He's been the leader for the past two years. He is highly involved in writing, composing, and producing their music. He claims each person in the group has trained for a different amount of time, although they were trainees for roughly 3 to 9 years.

    Sangha

    Birth Name: Park Sangha

    Position: N/A

    Birthday: March 19, 1999

    He was a contestant on the survival show 'Wild Idol' and was eliminated in the third episode. Previously, he trained with A Team Entertainment. Sangha is also distantly connected to Yoo Seonho (a Cube Entertainment trainee from South Korea), as he is the nephew of Yoo Seonho's cousin's wife.

    ONE

    Birth Name: Kim Jiwon

    Position: N/A

    Birthday: April 20, 2001

    His role model is Chris Brown, and his favourite rock band is Imagine Dragons, with the songs "Believer" and "Demons" being his favourites. He aspired to be a professional athlete before joining NOMAD.

    RIVR

    Birth Name: Shin Kangsu

    Position: N/A

    Birthday: May 9, 2002

    He was born in Cheongju, South Korea, and holds a second-level barista qualification. His idol is Masaki Suda, and his favorite anime are 'Cowboy Bebop' and '91 Days'.

    Junho

    Birth Name: Jeong Junho

    Position: Maknae

    Birthday: July 11, 2002

    Born in Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea, he participated in the survival show "THE ORIGIN - A, B, Or What?" but was eliminated in the 8th episode. He is a former trainee with both SM Entertainment and IST Entertainment, having trained for about four years.