Jaurim

Resume: Jaurim (meaning "purple rain forest" ) is a rock band from Seoul, South Korea. They have released seven full-length albums, two unofficial albums, one original soundtrack, and one concert album. Their last full-length album, 'Conspiracy Theory', was released on August 18, 2011. They are one of the most popular Korean rock bands that feature a female vocalist, Kim Yoon-Ah, whose baptismal name is Julia.

Kim Yoon-ah (Vocals)
Date of birth : March 11th, 1974
Physique : 168 cm, 49 kg
Education : Department of Psychology, Sungshin Women’s University
Hobbies : Watching movies, reading

Lee Seon-kyu (Guitar)
Date of birth : August 28th, 1971
Physique : 177 cm, 64 kg
Education : Engineering Management, Kyungwon College

Koo Tae-hoon (Drums)
Date of birth : November 13th, 1972
Physique : 170 cm, 63 kg
Education : Department of Design, Kyewon Arts School
Hobby : Watching dramas

Kim Jin-man (Bass)
Date of birth : February 25th, 1972
Education : Department of Anthropology, Seoul National University

Formerly known as the ‘Ugly Duckling’, the band started performing in the famous underground Shinchon club scene in 1997. It was later that year when they changed their name to ‘Jaurim: The Purple Rain Forest’, and crossed over to the spotlight with their colorful and unique modern funk/rock melodies. The voice and the beauty of lead singer, Kim Yoon-ah, which was exemplified on the O.S.T. of the popular drama series ‘The Man with a Flower,’ became the band’s winning formula. Jaurim quickly became popular, providing music that was a ‘breath of fresh air’ as the music scene desperately needed something different than a conventional ballad or dance number. The band released their first album, ‘Purple Heart,’ late in 1997 and received warm reviews and critical acclaim. · close