Kim Kwang-suk

Kim Kwang-suk
김광숙
BornJanuary 1964
DiedJanuary 14, 2018(2018-01-14) (aged 53–54)[1]
NationalityNorth Korean
Occupation(s)Vocal, vocal instructor
Years active1980s–1990s
OrganizationPochonbo Electronic Ensemble[2]
Known forSinging[2]
Notable work"What Is Life?", "The Dear Name Kim Jong Il", "Brother Louie", "My Dear Is A Hero Now", "Where Are You, Dear General?", "Golden Trees, Apple Trees, Planted in the Mountains"[3]
StyleFolk
SpouseJon Kwon
AwardsMerited Artist, People's Artist
Korean name
Chosŏn'gŭl
김광숙
Hancha
金光淑
Revised RomanizationGim Gwangsuk
McCune–ReischauerKim Kwangsuk

Kim Kwang-suk (January 1964 – January 14, 2018) was a North Korean singer of the Pochonbo Electronic Ensemble.[1]

It was said she inspired the creation of the Moranbong band.[2]

  1. ^ a b "Legendary N. Korean folk singer dies". The Korea Times. January 21, 2018. Retrieved September 13, 2021.
  2. ^ a b c d 현송월의 맏언니격 ‘보천보악단’ 김광숙 사망… 김정은 애도. Kukmin Ilbo (in Korean). Retrieved September 13, 2021.
  3. ^ "Kim Kwang Suk Dies At Age Of 55". Explore DPRK. January 15, 2018. Retrieved September 13, 2021.