Koyote

The group first debuted in 1999 with Shin Ji, Cha Seung Min, and Kim Goo. As a group, they are known for their catchy dance/pop songs, which have been their trademark. In 2005, Koyote won the KBS daesang (대상) (the Korean equivalent of the Grammy Award) for "Artist of the Year".

Former members
Cha Seung Min
Cha Seung Min (차승민) (born June 12, 1979) was the male vocalist for the first and second album. Cha Seung Min left to the U.S. for abroad studies. He was raised in Annandale, Virginia area before being discovered. Kim Jong Min replaced him starting from their third album[1].

Kim Goo
Kim Goo (김구) (born March 2, 1977) whose real name was Kim Won Gi was raised in Baltimore Maryland area before being discovered for the group. He was jailed for possession of ecstasy in 2002. During this time, Koyote performed as a duo until another member was added. He was replaced by Kim Young Wan.

Kim Young Wan
Kim Young Wan (김영완) (born May 17, 1970) was previously a member of the group Cola and dance team Friends.

Jung Myung Hoon
Jung Myung Hoon (정명훈) (born February 21, 1982) replaced Kim Young Wan for the fifth album. He was previously a member of the group OPPA and PLT. He left to serve his compulsory duties for the military. Bbaek Ga replaced him starting from their sixth album. · close