Lookin’ Back: SOLID

Oh man so this brings back memories. In the early/mid 90’s three korean americans became one of the first r&b sensations in Korea as the group SOLID. The were pretty influential in helpling break down some of the attitudes native Koreans had towards “kyopos”, Koreans raised abroad. In a sense, they helped spearhead what I call the reverse crossover to korea. Over a decade later, the members have gone on to pursue other interesteds but recently Lee Joon was interviewed by KBS World Radio. (Source: Bump This) It’s crazy to hear his voice after all these years, I just remember him having random guest rap features on different albums and compilations. Oh yea and there was that ill fated collaboration w/ Uptown: Soultown… which didnt do so well.

There are rumors of a comeback from the group (if Roo’Ra can attempt it, why not?) I’m not so sure it would work out but regardless after the break catch a couple of my favorite SOLID songs courtesy of youtube =) and remember the good ol days.