More About Me

Outside of research, I find balance through two main passions: music and fitness.
My fascination with audio and speech signal processing was initially fueled by a deep love for various music genres—especially Hip-Hop—while training at the gym provides a different kind of creative focus and clarity.


🎵 Music

Music has always been a defining part of my life. It was my curiosity about how human voices and instruments produce and shape sound that naturally evolved into my academic interest. I enjoy listening across genres, from soulful R&B to lyrical Hip-Hop. Lately, I’ve been captivated by the raw energy of live performances, catching international and Korean artists performing here in Seoul and beyond. Currently, I’m really into the rage scene — enjoying artists like Ken Carson, Playboi Carti, Yeat, Osamason, and Homicide Gang. Yet, above all, Mac Miller remains my favorite artist — his music and words have always offered me fresh emotions, quiet reflections, and a sense of connection I rarely find elsewhere.

Below are some of the live shows I’ve attended over the past few years:

  • Jun 2023 – AP Alchemy Compilation Concert (Seoul, South Korea)
    Attended to see Swings, a rapper who had a profound influence on my self-esteem and motivation.

  • Sep 2023 – RapBeat Festival 2023 (Gwacheon, South Korea)
    Went to see Joey Bada$$, a boom-bap artist I’ve admired since 2015.

  • Nov 2023 – UGRS: Rose From the Concrete (Seoul, South Korea)
    Attended to watch Changmo, one of the most lyrically expressive rappers in Korea.

  • Aug 2024 – Ye x Ty Dolla $ign: Vultures Listening Experience (Goyang, South Korea)
    Witnessed an unexpected live performance by Kanye West — truly a once-in-a-lifetime moment.

  • Sep 2024 – RapBeat Festival 2024 (Gwacheon, South Korea)
    Came to see NAS, the legendary “King of New York” and one of the most enduring figures in Hip-Hop.

  • Sep 2025 – Chromakopia: The World Tour (Goyang, South Korea)
    Attended Tyler, The Creator’s tour celebrating his new album, a vibrant mix of music and visual artistry.

  • Oct 2025 – Circus Maximus Stadium Tour (Goyang, South Korea)
    Saw Travis Scott live — the crowd energy was absolutely electric, especially during “FE!N”, which turned into six rounds of unforgettable moshpits.

  • Dec 2025 – KC 1st Concert: KOLLECTIVE with Yuki Chiba (Goyang, South Korea)
    Attended the first KC concert led by Sik-K, a leading figure in Korea’s rage scene, alongside the KC collective. A truly unforgettable moment was hearing a live band session of “Public Enemy”, the track I listened to most throughout 2025.



💪 Workout

I’m a dedicated gymrat who loves to train — particularly a mix of weight training and powerlifting.
Working out clears my mind and recharges my energy for everything else in life.

I’ve been training consistently since 2020, mainly focusing on upper-body strength, while keeping my leg sessions balanced.
My current total SBD (Squat, Bench, Deadlift) is 505 kg, broken down as follows:

  • Squat: 175 kg
  • Bench Press: 125 kg
  • Deadlift: 205 kg



🎨 Other Interests

Outside of music and training, I enjoy exploring various creative outlets — writing, fashion, perfume, and vinyl records.
I’m especially drawn to brands like Chrome Hearts, Thug Club, and Tom Ford, which embody a bold yet refined sense of individuality. I also used to be deeply interested in music production, and some of my earlier works can be found on my SoundCloud.