Danial Kim (마티; or simply just Danial) is a Korean-Canadian singer-songwriter and dancer under KaiON. He's the leader of the boy group PHAETHON. He made his solo debut with the mini album Mr. Heavy Hearted on February 14, 2022.
Early Life[]
TBA
Career[]
2016-2019: Predebut - Debut[]
Danial auditioned simply by chance after attending a global event held in Toronto. Passing with easy due to his heavy dancing background, Danial made his first official appearance in ICARUS's music video for VIxEN, and later gained attention for being a well known trainee under the company, even appearing in promotional auditioning material. With all this in mind, him being a top ranking trainee and being a debut member for KaiON's newest boy group was no surprise to his trainee peers. After making a surprise appearance in the back of one of ICARUS's livestreams, the quartet eventually debuted together as PHAETHON in 2019.
2022: Solo Debut, Mr. Heavy Hearted[]
An unexpected announcement, Danial's solo debut was announced to be released on February 14, 2022. Stirring anticipation with an album title of Mr. Heavy Hearted, the public was justifiably excited to see what the artist would bring to the table as an individual who was already well known for his process as an emerging and promising songwriter.
Artistry[]
Danial's music brings him into the specific niche of dream pop, shoe gaze, indie pop, drum and bass, bedroom pop, and even contemporary R&B. Danial as an artist finds comfort in his music, and by expressing that same feeling in his music, coupled with masterful lyrics meant to invoke emotion, his first solo project, Mr. Heavy Hearted pushes these themes to the max.
Discography[]
KOREAN RELEASES[]
Mini-Albums[]
- Mr. Heavy Hearted (2022; DEBUT)
Filmography[]
Variety shows[]
Trivia[]
- His biggest musical inspirations are Seori, girl in red, Arctic Monkeys, and Cavetown.
Inspirations[]
Thought Process[]
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