AKMU
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AKMU (Korean: 악뮤), also known as Akdong Musician (Korean: 악동뮤지션), is a South Korean duo consisting of siblings Lee Chan-hyuk and Lee Su-hyun. Propelling to national stardom through the second installation of K-pop Star (2012–2013), the brother-sister duo officially debuted under YG Entertainment in April 2014 with the studio album, Play (2014), at the age of seventeen and fourteen, respectively.[3] Inclusive amidst the prominent figures of South Korea, they have received numerous accolades and the honorific title, "The Nation's Siblings", in their home country; and are often cited as "musical prodigies" and "genius singer-songwriter" among others.
AKMU | |
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Background information | |
Also known as | Akdong Musician |
Origin | Seoul, South Korea |
Genres | |
Years active | 2012–present |
Labels | YG |
Members | |
Website | www |
Korean name | |
Hangul | 악동뮤지션 |
Hanja | |
Literal meaning | Mischievous Child Musician[2] |
Revised Romanization | Akdong Myujisyeon |
McCune–Reischauer | Aktong Myuchisyŏn |
Their debut album Play was well received by the public and critics, having sold more than 6.9 million downloads,[4] and was awarded "Best Pop Album" in the 12th Korean Music Awards.[5] The follow-up albums Spring and Winter furthered their success. As of March 2017, they have sold over 23 million digital sales in South Korea.[6]