Se7en (singer)
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 The cover of Japanese CD "First Se7en", First Se7en
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| Background information | ||
| Birth name | Choi Dong Wook (최동욱, Hanja: 崔東昱) | |
| Born | November 9, 1984 | |
| Origin |  Seoul, South Korea |
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| Genre(s) | K-pop, J-pop, Pop, R&B | |
| Occupation(s) | singer | |
| Instrument(s) | Singing | |
| Years active | 2003–Present | |
| Label(s) | YG Entertainment | |
| Website | Hello7.com | |
Se7en (세븐) (born Choi Dong Wook (최동욱, Hanja: 崔東昱, November 9, 1984) is a South Korean pop and R&B singer. Se7en began training under a management agency YG Entertainment at the age of 15. After 4 years of training in voice and dance, Se7en made his debut in 2003 and became an instant hit throughout Asia. He has released a total of 4 albums, various singles, and aims to become a world-renowned artist. He has also just recently ended a world wide tour in many cities including Los Angeles. His fourth Korean album was released in early November, and he is currently on his promotional activity schedule.
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[edit] Career
Ever since Se7en's debut, he has been under the YG Entertainment label. Much of his career is comprised of constant promotions for his songs through live performances on TV, radio shows, and occasionally, concerts. He began learning Japanese at an early age in preparation for his promotional activities in Japan, and is one of the few South Korean artists who can speak Japanese fluently and thus, cross the language barrier that hinders most South Korean artists. He is currently developing his English speaking skills for his upcoming US debut scheduled for early 2007.
Se7en is constantly traveling throughout Asia, particularly Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, and China. He has also performed a few times in the United States, specifically Los Angeles, New York City, and Washington DC.
In addition to performing, he has been featured on numerous gameshows in South Korea and Japan, and various commercials such as Anycall, Baskin Robbins, Coca Cola, LG telecom and most recently, Sprite. He has held a total of five concerts in Japan: one held in 2005 at Yokohama, and for the year 2006, two held in Tokyo and two in Osaka. He held a total of three concerts for his "24/SE7EN" album promotion June 2006 in Seoul, South Korea. His popularity has earned him an award for the Most Popular Korean Singer in the MTV Asia Awards 2006 at Bangkok, Thailand, and the MTV Best Buzz Asia Award 2006.
Se7en's 4th album, entitled "SE7OLUTION" was released on November 1st, 2006. It consists of a total of 14 tracks, two of which were composed by Se7en himself, and several which he wrote the lyrics for. He has also released the videos for "La La La" and "I Will Do Well", the first singles off of SE7OLUTION. He is currently working with Grammy-winner Rich Harrison on his first American single, scheduled to be released spring 2007. Se7en and YG Family (including Big Bang, Jinusean and Gummy) have recently made an appearance on MTV K, which will be aired on December 11, 2006.
Finally, Se7en officially accepted the lead role for the Korean drama "Goong S", which is a spinoff of another popular drama called "Goong". Filming began on November 27, 2006, and the show will be aired on MBC in January 2007. This marks Se7en's debut into the Asian film industry.
[edit] Artistry
[edit] Voice
Se7en's vocal range can be classified in the baritenor range. His voice can be described as smooth, mellow, and sometimes mildly abrasive (see vocal belting) when songs, such as "Crazy" and "I Know," call for it. He often sings with a falsetto in his voice that American R&B singers are known for, and also incorporates beatboxing into many of his songs such as "Passion."
[edit] Dance
Additionally, Se7en is known for his dance moves. His dance style, like his vocals, can also be described as smooth and leaning more towards freestyle rather than heavy choreography. Some dance techniques he sports during live performances are gliding, popping of the chest, and various one-handed handstands. His signature handstand, which he executes during his "Come Back to Me" performances, is the Nike (see picture). Most recently, he has been executing the gainer and the pike (see breakdancing) during his "I Know" performances. Finally, even when the song involves a large dance routine, Se7en never lipsyncs during live performances[1], believing that "lipsyncing is no different from watching a dubbed movie."[citation needed]
[edit] Discography
[edit] Korean Discography
- Volume 1 | Just Listen (2003.03.08)
- Volume 2 | Must Listen (2004.07.07)
- Volume 3 | 24/SE7EN (2006.03.08)
- Volume 4 | Se7olution (2006.11.01)
[edit] Korean Singles
- Crazy - (2004.12.01) - 1st Commercial Korean Single, digital download only
[edit] Japanese Discography
- First SE7EN (2006.03.08)
[edit] Japanese Singles
- Hikari (光) (2005.02.23)
- Style (2005.05.18)
- Start Line (スタートライン) / Forever (double A-side single) (2005.10.19 )
- I Wanna... (2006.9.13) #10 Oricon (First week: 9,265)
[edit] Awards
- 2003 November 27 : M.net Music Video Festival - New male Artist Music Video Award
- 2003 December 5 : The 18th Golden Disc - New Artist Award
- 2003 December 10 : KMTV Korean Music Awards - New Male Vocalist Award
- 2003 December 12 : MTV Korea Seoul Music Awards - New Artist Award
- 2003 December 29 : SBS TV Popular Song Awards - New Singer Award
- 2003 December 29 : MBC TV Entertainment Awards - Pop Singer Section - Special Award
- 2003 December 31 : MBC TV Top Ten Vocalist Awards - New Vocalist Award
- 2004 December 2 : The 19th Golden Disc - Main Award + Popular Music Video Award
- 2004 December 4 : M.net & KM Music Video Festival - Male Solo Vocalist Award
- 2004 December 30 : KBS TV Korea Pop Award - Main Award
- 2004 December 31 : MBC TV Top Ten Vocalist Award - Main Award
- 2005 May 28 : Channel V Thailand Awards - Asian Sensation Award
- 2006 January 14 : China Original Music Ranking Chart SPRITE Awards - Best Artist in Asia
- 2006 March 9 : Japan Golden Disc - Special Award
- 2006 May 6 : MTV Asia Awards - Favorite Artist Korea
- 2006 May 27 : MTV Video Music Awards Japan - Best Buzz Asia from Korea
- 2006 December 1: MTV Korea 16th Seoul Music Awards - Best Video Award
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