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Kim Kibum Born on December 29, 1990 in Seoul, South Korea
to Korean parents and an older brother, who is most famously known as SS501's maknae Kim Hyung Jun
. Kibum made his music debut in 2006 with the k-pop
group XING
, alongside Cheon Hye Sung, Yume, and Kevin Woo
. But a year after debuting with XING he left to better his future. In 2008 alongside his former XING member; Kevin Woo
they debuted under NH Media's U-Kiss
. The group consisted of Alexander Lee Eusebio, Eli Kim, Shin Soohyun, Shin Dongho
and eventually Lee Kiseop
. On February 23, 2011, it was revealed that he had signed a contract termination and was no longer a member of U-Kiss
.
made their official debut with their first mini-album N-Generation. The title track from the album was Not Young an upbeat track that displayed the youth of all the members, and that they themselves are no longer boys.
released their second mini-album Bring It Back 2 Old School
in February 2009. U-Kiss
made their TV debut on their first ever variety show All About U-KISS. Later in November 2009 came ContiUKiss
, a mini-album that displayed the boys metamorphasis from boys to men. Lee Kiseop
became the 7th member of U-Kiss
during this mini-album.
in early 2010, with the title track Bingeul Bingeul. They starred in another second variety show called U-Kiss Vampire, which was based on how different blood types interact and react in situations. After receiving much attention from their new album, U-Kiss
starred in a third variety show called Chef's Kiss, which helped each member improve their cooking skills. Although they were split into teams, Kibum was labeled the "Black hole" due to his inability to win challenges. Thus, he was jokingly mocked upon the series for his "winless" triumphs.
in October. The song promoted from this album was Shut Up!! and the album was received well from the public. They also appeared as regular guests every Wednesday on a Japanese variety show called Made in BS Japan on TV Tokyo
, before debuting with their Japanese debut album First Kiss. First Kiss charted at number 2 on the Daily Oricon Chart on its release date.
He will also debut as a Japanese actor in the movie "Bond 2011, Boys Be Ambitious", under the stage name Allen.
He also hopes to become an all-around entertainer in different areas such as singing, acting and composing.
South Korea
The Republic of Korea , , is a sovereign state in East Asia, located on the southern portion of the Korean Peninsula. It is neighbored by the People's Republic of China to the west, Japan to the east, North Korea to the north, and the East China Sea and Republic of China to the south...
to Korean parents and an older brother, who is most famously known as SS501's maknae Kim Hyung Jun
Kim Hyung Jun
Kim Hyung Jun was born on 3 August 1987. He is a South Korean entertainer and youngest member of boyband SS501. He debut as a solo artist in March 2011 with mini album My Girl and musical debut in Caffeine.-2005: Debut:...
. Kibum made his music debut in 2006 with the k-pop
K-pop
K-pop is a musical genre consisting of electropop, hip hop, pop, rock, and R&B music originating in South Korea...
group XING
Xing (band)
XING is a 5-member male group from South Korea. The members include Kim Dong Geun, Kim Jin Wan, Hwang Doo Hwan, Jin Hyeon Jin and Kim Wan Chul...
, alongside Cheon Hye Sung, Yume, and Kevin Woo
Kevin Woo
Kevin Woo , is a Korean-American singer, currently a member and lead vocal of a seven-member South Korean boy band, U-KISS, formed by NH Media in 2008. Bandmates include Shin Soohyun, Lee Kiseop, Ellison Kim, AJ, Hoon and Shin Dongho. Previous Members Include Alexander Lee Eusebio and Kim Kibum...
. But a year after debuting with XING he left to better his future. In 2008 alongside his former XING member; Kevin Woo
Kevin Woo
Kevin Woo , is a Korean-American singer, currently a member and lead vocal of a seven-member South Korean boy band, U-KISS, formed by NH Media in 2008. Bandmates include Shin Soohyun, Lee Kiseop, Ellison Kim, AJ, Hoon and Shin Dongho. Previous Members Include Alexander Lee Eusebio and Kim Kibum...
they debuted under NH Media's U-Kiss
U-Kiss
U-KISS is a South Korean boy band formed by NH Media in 2008. The members of the group are Soohyun, Eli, Kevin, Dongho, Kiseop, Hoon and AJ . Alexander and Kibum became former members, when their contracts were terminated in early 2011,The group has released two full-length albums, five extended...
. The group consisted of Alexander Lee Eusebio, Eli Kim, Shin Soohyun, Shin Dongho
Shin Dongho
Shin Dongho is a South Korean idol singer and member of the Korean boyband, U-KISS under NH Media Entertainment. Dongho is the youngest of the members which include Kevin Woo, Lee Kiseop, Shin Soohyun, Kim Eli, Kim Jaesop and Yeo Hoon Min. Dongho can communicate in Mandarin because he studied in...
and eventually Lee Kiseop
Lee Kiseop
Lee Kiseop is a South Korean idol singer and is currently one of the seven-member South Korean boy band , idol group U-KISS, under NH Media Entertainment. Other members include Kevin Woo, Shin Soohyun, Ellison Kim, Shin Dongho, Kim JaeSeop & Yeo Hoon Min.Kiseop is the seventh member to the former...
. On February 23, 2011, it was revealed that he had signed a contract termination and was no longer a member of U-Kiss
U-Kiss
U-KISS is a South Korean boy band formed by NH Media in 2008. The members of the group are Soohyun, Eli, Kevin, Dongho, Kiseop, Hoon and AJ . Alexander and Kibum became former members, when their contracts were terminated in early 2011,The group has released two full-length albums, five extended...
.
Debut
In 2008, U-KissU-Kiss
U-KISS is a South Korean boy band formed by NH Media in 2008. The members of the group are Soohyun, Eli, Kevin, Dongho, Kiseop, Hoon and AJ . Alexander and Kibum became former members, when their contracts were terminated in early 2011,The group has released two full-length albums, five extended...
made their official debut with their first mini-album N-Generation. The title track from the album was Not Young an upbeat track that displayed the youth of all the members, and that they themselves are no longer boys.
Bring It Back 2 Old School & ContiUKiss
U-KissU-Kiss
U-KISS is a South Korean boy band formed by NH Media in 2008. The members of the group are Soohyun, Eli, Kevin, Dongho, Kiseop, Hoon and AJ . Alexander and Kibum became former members, when their contracts were terminated in early 2011,The group has released two full-length albums, five extended...
released their second mini-album Bring It Back 2 Old School
Bring It Back 2 Old School
Bring It Back 2 Old School is an album by South Korean boy band U-KISS. It is the second mini-album that was released by the entire group minus Lee Kiseop, who joined for the third mini-album ContiUKiss. The songs featured are very upbeat and hypnotic, featuring a much younger version of U-Kiss...
in February 2009. U-Kiss
U-Kiss
U-KISS is a South Korean boy band formed by NH Media in 2008. The members of the group are Soohyun, Eli, Kevin, Dongho, Kiseop, Hoon and AJ . Alexander and Kibum became former members, when their contracts were terminated in early 2011,The group has released two full-length albums, five extended...
made their TV debut on their first ever variety show All About U-KISS. Later in November 2009 came ContiUKiss
ContiUKiss
ContiUKiss is an EP released by the South Korean boy band U-KISS. It is the group's third mini-album and first release including the member Lee Kiseop. Released in November 6, 2009, this album received popularity over their track Man Man Ha Ni which through the MV revealed each member's maturity...
, a mini-album that displayed the boys metamorphasis from boys to men. Lee Kiseop
Lee Kiseop
Lee Kiseop is a South Korean idol singer and is currently one of the seven-member South Korean boy band , idol group U-KISS, under NH Media Entertainment. Other members include Kevin Woo, Shin Soohyun, Ellison Kim, Shin Dongho, Kim JaeSeop & Yeo Hoon Min.Kiseop is the seventh member to the former...
became the 7th member of U-Kiss
U-Kiss
U-KISS is a South Korean boy band formed by NH Media in 2008. The members of the group are Soohyun, Eli, Kevin, Dongho, Kiseop, Hoon and AJ . Alexander and Kibum became former members, when their contracts were terminated in early 2011,The group has released two full-length albums, five extended...
during this mini-album.
Only One & Variety Debut
The group released their first full length album Only OneOnly One (U-KISS album)
Only One is an album by South Korean boy band U-KISS. The first full-length album by the group, it was released on February 3, 2010. It features the lead single "Round and Round ".-Release:...
in early 2010, with the title track Bingeul Bingeul. They starred in another second variety show called U-Kiss Vampire, which was based on how different blood types interact and react in situations. After receiving much attention from their new album, U-Kiss
U-Kiss
U-KISS is a South Korean boy band formed by NH Media in 2008. The members of the group are Soohyun, Eli, Kevin, Dongho, Kiseop, Hoon and AJ . Alexander and Kibum became former members, when their contracts were terminated in early 2011,The group has released two full-length albums, five extended...
starred in a third variety show called Chef's Kiss, which helped each member improve their cooking skills. Although they were split into teams, Kibum was labeled the "Black hole" due to his inability to win challenges. Thus, he was jokingly mocked upon the series for his "winless" triumphs.
Break Time & Japan Debut
After returning from the Philippines concert series and fanmeets in Malaysia and Singapore, the group October released their fourth mini-album Break TimeBreak Time
Break Time is the fourth extended play by South Korean band U-KISS, released on October 4, 2010. The title track being Shut Up. It is the last EP by U-KISS to feature members Alexander and KiBum.-Release:...
in October. The song promoted from this album was Shut Up!! and the album was received well from the public. They also appeared as regular guests every Wednesday on a Japanese variety show called Made in BS Japan on TV Tokyo
TV Tokyo
is a television station headquartered in Toranomon, Minato, Tokyo, Japan. Also known as , a blend of "terebi" and "Tokyo", it is the key station of TX Network. It is one of the major Tokyo television stations, particularly specializing in anime...
, before debuting with their Japanese debut album First Kiss. First Kiss charted at number 2 on the Daily Oricon Chart on its release date.
Departure from U-KISS
On February 23, 2011 it was revealed that Kibum and Alexander's contracts with NH Media had been terminated. Although at first Kibum's character business with his brother had been cited as the reason for his departure, it was later revealed that NH Media believe he was "lacking"; therefore, NH Media desired member replacements.Japanese Movie & Debut as an Actor
After his departure from U-Kiss there was little news concerning his current situation, however in early September it was announced that he will be taking part in the "K-pop Music Festival" on September 10 as an MC.He will also debut as a Japanese actor in the movie "Bond 2011, Boys Be Ambitious", under the stage name Allen.
He also hopes to become an all-around entertainer in different areas such as singing, acting and composing.