In this edition of our Rapper In The Spotlight, we’re diving into the discography of an indie rapper who has been steadily building his sound since 2020. Let’s talk about HOON.
Jung Hyun-Hoon (aka HOON) officially debuted independently in 2020 with the single ‘AI’, featuring Gist. The track immediately introduced his introspective tone and clean delivery, setting the foundation for his musical direction.
In 2021, he followed up with his first EP ‘SERENITY’, a project that highlighted his emotional depth and versatility. Featuring artists like Gist and Skinny Brown, the EP balanced melodic moments with grounded hip-hop beats, giving listeners a clear look at his artistic identity.
Later that same year, HOON returned with the single ‘We’, produced by GRIO
His 2022 comeback came in the form of the collaborative single ‘Sky’ with DAEHAN KID, continuing his exploration of atmospheric sounds and melodic rap.
In 2023, HOON began pushing his sound further. The single ‘Earth and Moon’ introduced a noticeable shift, blending rock-inspired elements with melodic rapping for a fresh and unexpected twist.
That same year, he teamed up once again with GRIO for the EP ‘COMA’, a cohesive project that felt immersive and emotionally charged. He later followed it up with the single ‘Glowing’, continuing to refine his evolving sound.
In 2025, HOON released the EP ‘VINTAGIA’, featuring Gist, Jayci yucca, and JAEHA.
That same year, he dropped two notable collaborations: ‘KIX’ with TRADE L, and ‘Someday’ alongside Leellamarz and Urban Fisher, further expanding his presence within the Korean hip-hop scene.
Latest Release
HOON’s most recent release is the EP ‘chaste love’, a project that highlights his continued growth as an artist. With refined production and an even more distinctive sound, this EP feels like a natural evolution of everything he’s built so far.
HOON is a rapper worth keeping an eye on. Versatile, emotionally driven, and unafraid to experiment, his discography continues to surprise with every new drop. Dive into his music and follow him on Instagram to stay updated on what’s next.
