Get To Know the Quirky Alt-Pop Crew, Balming Tiger

Balming Tiger is the latest sensation in the Korean Hip-Hop scene. Recently, after various big names in the K-Hip-Hop community recommended the crew’s music, Balming Tiger’s popularity increased significantly. Balming Tiger is composed of nine incredibly talented individuals that come together to create a unique dynamic. The crew includes Omega Sapien, sogumm, wnjn, and Mudd the student, producers San Yawn and Unsinkable, DJ Abyss, film-maker Jan' Qui, and editor Henson Hwang. Let’s get to know this quirky alt-pop crew.

Q: For our readers who might be unfamiliar with Balming Tiger, could you introduce yourselves and your role in the crew?

Abyss: I am A&R with DJ at Balming Tiger and I am Abyss who is helping to operate with San Yawn and Henson Hwang. Thank you.

Q: What are everyone’s favorite dishes (ex: homemade, take-out, convenience store)?

wnjn: Kimchi stew made with pork. (돼지고기 김치찌개) It's Korean soul food.

Q: If you could be in a K-Drama, what type of K-Drama would you be in and what role would you play?

San Yawn: A close friend of the male lead in the K-Romantic comedy, and a [rash] character who creates a dramatic event that completes the [romance]. 

Q: What is your dream country you would like to visit after the pandemic?

Sogumm: All co[u]ntries, everywhere

Q: What was your favorite toy growing up?

Jan’ Qui: Digivice. At that time, it was difficult to access computers or the Internet for a long time, and the Tamagotchi type of digital product was a highly innovative and addictive toy, unlike any other entertainment machine.

Q: Which superhero do you wish you could meet?

Omega Sapien: I’m the embodiment of a superhero so I won’t need to meet anyone.

Q: What are some songs you are listening to lately, that you can recommend to our readers?

Unsinkable: Hiatus Kaiyote - Get Sun

Q: If you could switch lives with a member of Balming Tiger, who would you choose and why?

Mudd the Student: Omega Sapien. I have only traveled abroad once, so I want to gain a lot of experience and live in various countries.

Q: Any last words that you’d like to give our readers?

Henson Hwang: Let's hope Covid-19 will soon step down and everyone will be healthy, and instead, the music we make will be the ‘Kraze.’

Balming Tiger recently made their comeback with dual singles “LOOP” and “JUST FUN!” Read more about the tracks here and watch their latest music video below!