Untouchable‘s Sleepy (birth name Kim Sung Won, 28) and The Action (birth name Park Kyung Wook, 27) revealed to StarNews on the 4th that the two ended their five-week basic military training in Gyungkido and will both be serving in the 28th division military band together.
H.O.T‘s Lee Jae Won also completed his service at this same location. Untouchable’s rep stated, “All the members were able to end their basic training well and they are healthy. It’s a relief that the two will be serving together to encourage one another.”
On August 2nd, both Sleepy and The Action were admitted through the 306th reserves located in Gyungkido. Untouchable made their debut in 2006, and released their new single “You You” in May of this year. Their sensuous melodies and strong hip-hop flavor are loved by fans everywhere.
2 August:
On August 2nd, hip hop duo Untouchable enlisted in the army together as active-duty soldiers.
TS Entertainment bid their rappers goodbye and shared a photo from the event, as pictured above. Members Sleepy and D-Action were born in 1984 and 1985 respectively, and voluntarily submitted stepped into the enlistment office last June to register themselves.
The two will be going through five weeks of basic military training in Uijeongbu before being dispatched to a unit in Kyunggi-do for 21 months of service.
A representative of TS Entertainment said, “They were quite shy standing in front of the camera with their shaved heads, but they were also very glad to be able to enlist together. They thanked everyone for giving them their love, and promised to work for their nation.”
Source: allkpop
23 June:
It was reported that both members of hip-hop duo Untouchable will enlist for mandatory military duties in August. The Action and Sleepy both turned in their application to enlist into the Nonsan Training Camp this August.
On June 21st, an official revealed, “Untouchable’s members The Action and Sleepy applied to enlist on August 2nd in order to enlist together.” Because there are still parts that the MMA (Military Manpower Administration) needs to audit, their exact enlistment day could change.
Meanwhile, Untouchable recently ended their promotions for their song “You You“. Untouchable received much love from Korea as a hip-hop duo since their debut in 2008.
10 June:
After wrapping up their “You You“ promotions, hip hop duo Untouchable hit the studio once again to record the theme song for OCN’s medical crime drama, “God’s Quiz 2“.
Titled “Question“, the song is a hardcore hip hop track with powerful beats and lyrics criticizing the problems of society. The song matches the high tension felt in the drama perfectly, and it’s quickly becoming a highly-searched item on portal sites.
“Question” was co-produced by Marco (who’s worked with artists ranging from SECRET and B2ST to Vasco and J’Kyun) and by Untouchable, who participated by writing the lyrics.
Check out the MV below!
Source: allkpop
23 Mei
In a recent interview with TVDaily, hip hop duo Untouchable discussed how the digital music industry is reaching an unhealthy level of competition.
According to the duo, it’s becoming more and more difficult to survive in the music industry. MemberSleepy started with, “Because of the worsened competition in the digital music area, I’m upset about the current situation where it’s difficult to do music with just music.”
He continued, “I wish that the genres (in the music industry) comes to include various other genres such as hip-hop and rock, and not just idol music.”
His groupmate The Action also expressed his honest feelings with, “Right now, the situation’s such that you can only put your life on the line for online charts. I don’t think there’s anyone else [on the charts] except for people who want to make songs that get you hooked in one minute. When I see that, I feel frustrated, but it’s not a completely bad thing, either. So I’m just sad about the current reality, where provocative music is made calculatingly.”
Meanwhile, Untouchable is currently pursuing activities with their digital single ‘YOU YOU’, which has charmed fans in its unique combination of rock and hip hop sounds.
5 Mei:Hip hop duo Untouchable has released the MV for their new song “You You” ahead of their comeback promotions and before their official enlistment together later this year.
After making several hip hop hits since their debut in 2008, the duo opted for something different this time by creating a fusion of hip hop and rock. Their title track, “You You”, was produced by hit composer Kang Ji Won(who produces for SECRET, Song Ji Eun, B2ST, 4minute) and Kim Ki Bum.
The song features a refreshing electric guitar that brings out the depth of Untouchable’s impeccable rap skills, and with the added effect of real drum sounds, the song takes on a powerful and dynamic feel. TS Entertainment trainee Oh Jin Suk also makes an impressive debut by adding his vocal talent to the mix.
4 Mei:On May 4th, hip hop duo Untouchable released their final digital single, “You You“, before their official enlistment together this year.
After making several hip hop hits since their debut in 2008, the duo opted for something different this time by creating a fusion of hip hop and rock. Their title track, “You You”, was produced by hit composer Kang Ji Won(who producers for SECRET, Song Ji Eun, B2ST, 4minute) and Kim Ki Bum.
The song features a refreshing electric guitar that brings out the depth of Untouchable’s impeccable rap skills, and with the added effect of real drum sounds, the song takes on a powerful and dynamic feel. TS Entertainment trainee Oh Jin Suk also makes an impressive debut by adding his vocal talent to the mix.
Their title track music video was directed by Hong Won Ki with modern scenes of Hong Kong as the background. Check out the track below, and remember to support the artists by purchasing the music here.
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Source: HipHopPlaya via allkpop
3 Mei:On May 2nd, hip hop duo Untouchable released the teaser music video for their final digital single, “You You“, before their official enlistment together this year.
After making several hip hop hits since their debut in 2008, the duo opted for something different this time by creating a fusion of hip hop and rock. Their title track, “You You”, was produced by hit composer Kang Ji Wonand features the vocals of TS Entertainment trainee, Oh Jin Suk.
Their title track music video was directed by Hong Won Ki with modern scenes of Hong Kong as the background. Check it out below!
1 Mei:
Hip hop duo Untouchable will be making a comeback on May 4th with their new digital single “You You,” featuring new singer Oh Jinsuk.
They first debuted in 2008 with the single “It’s Okay” and went on to release singles like “Tell Me Why” and “Alive in My Heart,” which featured their hip hop style. Untouchable will be doing something a little different this time around with “You You” however, melding hip hop and rock for a new sound.
A representative stated, “Untouchable, who has returned after 5 months, worked with new face Oh Jinsuk for this single. We hope you check out Untouchable’s new song.”
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