Monumental Legacy: G. O. D Celebrates 25 Years Of K-Pop Success

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K-pop Pioneers g. o. d Celebrate 25 Years of Success and Pay Tribute to their Legacy As g. o. d takes to the stage for their highly anticipated shows in Seoul, the quintet is hailed for their profound impact on the K-pop industry. Once celebrated as the first K-pop group to have their own reality show, "g. o. d's Babysitting Diaries," the group's humble demeanor, powerful vocals, and relatable lyrics endeared them to Koreans of all ages.

Recognized as the "nation's group," g. o. d's commercial success helped pave the way for future K-pop acts, with many citing them as a role model or inspiration. In an exclusive interview with the group before their performance at KCON LA's "M Countdown," g. o. d's founder and leader, Joon Park, reflected on their journey.

Park, a Korean American who grew up surfing and skating in California... was discovered in the late 1990s by a K-pop agency executive. The label invited him to Korea to audition, initially intending to pair him with another artist to form a duo. However, Park had other plans, envisioning a boy group akin to New Edition or 'NSync. As the group reminisces about their early days, they acknowledge their role in shaping the K-pop landscape. Their friendliness, charisma, and willingness to experiment with different genres have made them beloved by fans worldwide.

With 25 years of experience under their belt, g. o. d's confidence and easy charm shine through... making for a lighthearted and entertaining conversation. Throughout their illustrious career, g. o. d has left an indelible mark on the K-pop industry. Their influence can be seen in numerous popular groups, including ATEEZ, TWICE, IU, ITZY, Le Sserafim, NCT Dream, NMIXX, Kwon Eun-bi, and many others.

As g. o. d takes to the stage, "they will undoubtedly continue to inspire and entertain fans," "solidifying their place as K-pop pioneers."

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They were the first K-pop group to have their own reality show: g.o.d's Babysitting Diaries , in which the members were tasked with looking after an adorable 11-month-old boy. Beloved by South Koreans of all ages for their down-to-earth demeanor, powerful vocals, and heartfelt, relatable lyrics, g.o.d became the first K-pop act to earn the nickname "the nation's group." The quintet, who are playing three highly anticipated shows in Seoul this weekend, helped prove that K-pop could indeed be commercially successful, giving music executives a glimpse into the nascent industry's promising future. In fact, it wouldn't be an overstatement to say that had it not been for g.o.d and their early successes, many of today's most popular K-pop groups might not even exist.
Countless K-pop stars — including ATEEZ, TWICE , IU , ITZY, Le Sserafim, NCT Dream, NMIXX, Kwon Eun-bi, and many others — have cited them as a role model or inspiration .