MBLAQ

MBLAQ, (an acronym for Music Boys Live in Absolute Quality) is a South Korean quintet boy band created by Korean pop R&B singer Rain under his label J.Tune Entertainment. The members include Seung Ho, G.O, Joon, Thunder, and Mir. The group debuted in October 9, 2009 at Rain’s Legend of Rainism concert. On October 14, 2009 the group released their debut single album, “Just BLAQ”, which topped various on-line and off-line music charts in South Korea. The group then released their second single Y in May 18, 2010.

Having trained for two years, MBLAQ was first announced on 21 September 2009, with an appearance on Nylon magazine. The group appeared alongside Rain, in his Legend of Rainism concert. They performed various songs from their produced EP, Just BLAQ and were met with praise. The group released teasers for their debut song, “Oh Yeah” on October 12, with the music video being released two days later. Coinciding with the music video, MBLAQ’s debut single album Just BLAQ, was released on the same day, topping various charts in South Korea. The next day, the group made their broadcast debut on M.net’s M!Countdown, performing “Oh Yeah”.

In early December, the group debuted in Japan, following their performance during Rain’s fan meeting- resulting in a documentary being produced surrounding their stay at Japan. Later in the month, the group commenced promotions for their follow up track, “G.o.o.d Luv”, with the music video being released December 10, 2009. On December 15, it was announced that the group would be part of Season five of the Idol Show, with the first episode airing a day later.

On May 19, 2010, the group released their second single album, Y. The music video for the title track, “Y” was released on the same day with teasers being released from May 6.

Members

• Yang Seung Ho (양승호), is the oldest of MBLAQ. He is also the leader and is a vocalist.
• Lee Chang Sun (이창선), commonly known as Lee Joon (이준). He is a vocalist. Joon also participated in the movie Ninja Assassin, acting as Rain’s younger self, Raizo.
• Bang Cheol Yong (방철용), better known by his stage name as Mir (미르). He is the youngest of the band. His position is as the main rapper. He has done collaborations with several artists. He is known for being the younger brother of Go Eun Ah.
• Park Sang Hyun (박상현), is also known as Cheon Doong (천둥), meaning Thunder in Korean. He is well known for being the younger brother of Sandara Park of 2NE1. Besides vocals, he is also the sub-rapper of MBLAQ.
• Jung Byung Hee (정병희), is known by his stage name as G.O (지오). He was once part of the three-member band, Tykeys. G.O is the main vocal.

Other Information

• Origin : South Korea
• Genres : Pop
• Years active : 2009 –present
• Labels : J. Tune Entertainment
• Website : Official Website

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