Big Ocean, the first k-pop band in the world composed entirely by deaf and deaf artists, is courageously putting his eyes on the global market and the United States are at the top of their list. Fresh from their first anniversary and from the exit of their new mini-album “Underwater”, the trio-pj, Jiseok and Charyeon-Non are only by rotating barriers in South Korea, but are also making waves through the continents with their innovative approach to music and performance.
The group’s journey began in April 2024, when they made his debut with the single “Glow” on the day of people with disabilities of South Korea, reporting their mission to challenge stereotypes and promote inclusiveness from the beginning. Since then, Big Ocean has been celebrated to perfectly integrate the language of the signs in their performances and for the use of high-tech tools to master the famous K-pop choreography. Their shows are based on personalized vibrant smartwatchs that pulsate with the rhythm of music and LED visual metronomes that provide timing of timing, allowing them to synchronize their dance and their voice even when audio signals are insufficient.
“We learned that many [fans] They are actually studying the language of Korean signs for us or by learning various languages ​​of signs to communicate with us, “shared Jiseoak, reflecting on the dedication of their basic fan base, known as Pado.” Seeing how much they are preparing and engaged in that effort it makes us feel incredibly grateful “.
Looking abroad
Big Ocean’s international ambitions are clear. The group has recently completed a solo European tour, performing in countries like France and the United Kingdom to promote “Underwater”.
Their performances merge Languages ​​of Korean, American and international signs, making their music accessible to fans all over the world. The group also communicates in English for basic interactions with international fans, further expanding their scope.
In an interview with the Associated Press this week, the members candidly spoke of their dreams to enter the US market. “We recently saw Justin Bieber’s post on Instagram looking for music collaborators, so we sent him a direct message,” revealed PJ. “We would all cover the possibility of working with him. Personally, I would also like to collaborate with Billie Eilish.” Their awareness for Western artists and the use of English in fan communications highlight their intent to become global K-pop ambassadors.
The history of the band is as diversified as stimulating. PJ gained fame as YouTuber who has sensitized on hearing disabilities, Charyeon worked as the audiologist and Jisek was a professional ski driver before joining the group. Each member brings a unique perspective, united by their commitment to accessibility and inclusion.
Big Ocean’s success is also a testimony of the support they received from their agency, Parastar Entertainment. “Our staff, including our CEO, suggested higher standards that correspond [the] The K-Pop industry, “said Hyunjin (PJ) in a previous interview.” Even now, we are late in many things from the dance, rapping and singing. But Parastar continues to let us know reality and try to push us to go further to achieve the goal. [We] They are so grateful that there were people who believed in us and do not give up on us “.
Looking to the future, Big Ocean will perform in important international events, including Anime Friends 2025 in San Paolo, Brazil, and remains concentrated on the expansion of their global scope. “Without those learning opportunities, I probably would never have dreamed of becoming a K-Pop idol”, he reflected Jisek, attributing BTS to MRI for inspired his musical journey.
With their mixture of cutting-edge technology, inclusive shows and intercultural communication, Big Ocean is redefining what is possible in K-pop and will open doors for a new generation of artists and fans all over the world.
