AUX CORD: 14 Korean Artists You Should Be Obsessing Over

Welcome to AUX CORD, TRL’s weekly playlist feature celebrating the latest and greatest in music. Every week, someone in the TRL orbit will be offering you with a totally custom playlist starring their current sonic faves. This week, TRL editor Sydney Gore highlights 14 Korean artists to know from the k-pop realm and beyond.

"Lifted"- CL

This singer-rapper became an international household name immediately after she made her mark on the industry as a member of 2NE1 back in 2009. Her solo career is still simmering before she blows up, however I promise that the long wait will so be worth it.

"Mic Drop (Steve Aoki Remix)"- BTS

As should these legends require a description... You know who they are, I'm not even going to waste my breath.

"Drink I'm Sippin On"-Yaeji

This New York-based multi-hyphenate artist has been bringing intimacy back to home music. Begin with EP2 and stay for all of the appetizing remixes on her SoundCloud.

"花요일 (Blooming Day)"- EXO

This boy musical group has been a long time in the making, and they're finally getting the recognition that they truly deserve. Earlier this year, they released their fifth studio album COUNTDOWN and it'll have you feeling cozy AF on the inside.

"Road Head"- Japanese Breakfast

Don't let the name fool you, Michelle Zauner is Korean! You could turn to her music once your energy levels are low to bask in sadness; her music is delightful in a dark way. It really strips you down to the core of your being and leaves you feeling emotionally exposed. Gotta love feelings, right?

"Old Town"- Mention Sue Me

What's not to like about this South Korean surf-rock musical group from Busan? The four-piece recently dropped their debut album Where We Were Together. It's just the starting and they're off to a fantastic start!

"'무제(無題) (Untitled, 2014)"- G-Dragon

So I totally missed the Big Bang wave, yet luckily I was around for G-Dragon's debut as a solo act in 2013. Since then, the Korean icon has also expanded his influence to the style world. (He seriously has a phenomenal sense of fashion, truly the highest excellent class of taste.)

"love"- DEAN feat. Syd

in the event you weren't already familiar with this option R&B singer then sorry, although you've actually been living in a coma for the past three years! In the meantime, we can all wait for the follow-up to his 2016 album 130 Mood: TRBL together.

"The Boots"- gugudan

and you also think you could stage name all nine of those powerhouses? Now they have four EPs accessible to snack on, yet I'm sure that they're busy preparing a full course meal of material for us to drool over.

"에너제틱 (Energetic)"- Wanna One

It's hard to believe that this categorize was formed on a televised competition series only each year ago, although they've taken full advantage of having so several eyes and ears on them. Their breakout singles "Energetic" and “Beautiful” smashed the Korean music charts and so they haven't let the momentum perish down since. Last month, they released their 0+1=1 (I Promise You) EP and it's stacked with bangers that will blow out your speakers.

"Girl Front"- LOOΠΔ/ODD EYE CIRCLE

This 12-piece girl order is expected to prepare their big debut this year, nevertheless their team has been rolling out solo material for each member so fans can get a taste of what they all have issue. I'm very excited to be able to see what occurs as soon as all of their talents are combined!

"Me Like Yuh"- Jay Park

My introduction to this Korean-American sensation was only recently by means of the track "Unlock It" off Charli XCX's Pop 2 mixtape, although he's been dropping hits of his own since 2011. Better late than never though, right?

"La La La"- Weki Meki

Girl power makes the world go round, so step aside and allow the girls of WEME take the lead. The eight-piece recently dropped their Lucky EP so expect a debut full-length album in the forseeable future.

"Callin'"- A.C.E.

This five-piece is new on the block with only three singles to their name, nevertheless you'll certainly desire to keep an eye on them because they are making big moves in the k-pop scene.