Dean

Dean, a prominent South Korean alternative R&B artist, established himself as a prolific songwriter and producer for notable K-pop artists. Early in his career, he contributed to hits like EXO’s ‘Growl’ and Justin Bieber’s ‘One Less Lonely Girl’ while working with Joombas Music Group CEO and producer Hyuk Shin. He also received credits for tracks such as Exo’s ‘Black Pearl’ and VIXX’s ‘Voodoo Doll.’ Dean officially debuted in the United States in July 2015 with ‘I’m Not Sorry,’ featuring Grammy-winning artist Eric Bellinger, strategically establishing his U.S. presence before his home country.

That year, he collaborated with Mila J on ‘Here & Now’ and Anderson Paak on ‘Put My Hands on You.’ His South Korean debut in October 2015 saw the release of ‘Pour Up,’ earning him the Best R&B and Soul Song award at the Korean Music Awards in 2016. Following this success, Dean released his critically acclaimed debut EP, ‘130 Mood: TRBL,’ on March 25, 2016. He continued prolific songwriting and producing for artists including Taeyeon, Heize, and Block B, solidifying his influence in the R&B and hip-hop scene. In 2016, Dean was recognized with the Discovery of the Year – R&B award.

This highly anticipated return showcased his enduring artistry and continued evolution as a leading voice in alternative R&B, maintaining his distinct musical identity and widespread impact.