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, 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.