It’s not every day that a celebrity literally grows up right in front of our eyes. However, Bang YeDam‘s story is special, as he’s been part of the entertainment industry since a young age. He’s showcased tremendous promise and artistry that could very well rival even the most accomplished individuals.
While his road to stardom hasn’t always been smooth, he has portrayed a willingness and drive to stand back up, making numerous strides within the music scene. With his most recent release of ‘Officially Cool’ with aespa’s Winter, Bang YeDam once again shows he’s not done growing and looks to add another hit to his ever-growing discography.
Often lauded as a musical genius, he continues to captivate K-Pop audiences from across the globe.
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An Explosive Introduction To The Music Industry
Although SBS’ “K-Pop Star” premiered over a decade ago, fans still remember its second season when a little boy appeared to follow his dreams. Bang YeDam took everyone by surprise with his magical vocals and unrivaled confidence. If his first stage proved anything, he possessed a star potential waiting to fully bloom.
Bang YeDam immediately became a crowd favorite, continuously putting on performances that would leave everyone cheering in awe. And although he wasn’t able to win the whole thing, he came close, becoming the runner-up of the season. This was just the start of Bang YeDam’s story, building a firm foundation of musical talent and charismatic poise that would follow him all throughout his career.
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From Trainee To Beloved Idol
Shortly afterwards, Bang YeDam made headlines as he was set to join YG Entertainment. And thus started his trainee life. No one could have guessed how long it would take, but Bang YeDam remained dedicated, honing his craft outside the public eye. One of the first public appearances made by the then idol hopeful was through JYP Entertainment’s reality show “Stray Kids“.
Joined by his fellow trainees, dubbed the “Silver Boys” of YG, Bang YeDam put on an amazing performance, showcasing his strength as both an individual and team member. No longer a little boy, YeDam’s improved singing style, innate confidence, and incorporation of various techniques led fans to believe that he was shaping up to become an unstoppable K-Pop star, set to shine over the entire world.
After this brief appearance, he became involved in yet another survival program, “YG TREASURE BOX” and was finally able to debut as a member of TREASURE. He helped to produce a few of the group’s tracks, along with his fellow members. Together with his team, they made deep strides in the K-Pop industry, earning praise from both fans and critics alike. They appeared to be heading on an upward trajectory, backed by chart-topping hits, numerous awards, and a dedicated fanbase ready to follow them to the end and back.
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The Start Of A New Chapter
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But his time as an idol member would be cut short, mutually parting ways with YG Entertainment by the end of 2022. Although this was a difficult time for both fans and Bang YeDam himself, it wouldn’t remain this way for too long. After signing with a new agency, Bang YeDam released his first mini-album, “ONLY ONE”. It was undoubtedly odd to see the idol standing all on his own, however, he was still able to retain his musical brilliance, elevating it to new heights once more.
He slowly started to reappear on various music programs and variety shows, even providing this hilarious performance on KBS’ “The Seasons: Long Day, Long Night with AKMU“.
He once again proved his talents not only lie under the spotlight with a mic in hand, but YeDam has a variety sense that warms the hearts of millions. Just as he’s able to make audiences swoon with his heart-fluttering vocals, he can also make you bend over in laughter.
His newest release might have been an unexpected collaboration for some, but it’s rising to the top of playlists worldwide. It has even seen success on the music charts, debuting at #1 on the daily K-R&B chart in Genius Korea.
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Bang YeDam continues to pluck on heartstrings and makes his musical genius known once more. Following his story, you just can’t help but feel amazed by his growth. As he’s still barely over the age of 20, the idol has a long future in the music industry ahead of him, making fans excited for what he’ll release next.
How long have you been a fan of Bang YeDam? Are you excited to witness his continual growth?
