Wave to Earth (Korean: 웨이브 투 어스; stylized in all lowercase) is a South Korean indie rock band that consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Kim Daniel, drummer Shin Donggyu, and bassist Cha Soonjong.[1] Since their formation in 2019, they have released two studio albums, 0.1 Flaws and All in 2023 and Play with Earth! 0.03 in 2024.[2][3]
History
Wave to Earth was formed when Kim Daniel and Shin Dongkyu were in middle school.[4] They said they formed a band with the ambition of "showing music that makes a new wave."[2] They debuted with the single "Wave" on August 23, 2019, with a new member Cha Soonjong.[5] While the three of them are the official members, the session members also include Jo Jung-geun (keyboard), Jeon-min (saxophone), and Hong Seung-gi, an artwork member. The band's unique sound, blending soft indie rock with jazz influences, has garnered an international fanbase, particularly through streaming platforms, marking them as a standout in South Korea's indie scene. They released two EPs in January 2020: Wave 0.01 and Summer Flows 0.02.[6] They signed with Wavy, the label where Colde is the owner, in 2021.[7] They had a live performance with La Poem on Naver Onstage.[8] In 2023, they released their first studio album, 0.1 Flaws and All.[2][9] They were included in the lineup of South Korean rock festivals, including the Seoul Jazz Festival and Pentaport Rock Festival, and The Other Festival in Indonesia.[10][11]
Wave to Earth recently completed a sold-out North American tour in September 2023.[12] On September 6, 2024, they released their latest studio album entitled Play with Earth! 0.03.[3][13]
Band members
Kim Daniel – lead vocals, guitars (2019–present)
Cha Soon-jong – bass guitar (2019–present)
Shin Dong-gyu – drums, percussion (2019–present)
Session and touring members
Jo Jung-geun – keyboards, piano
Jeon-min – saxophone
Hong Seung-gi – artwork
Artistry
The band's music is heavily influenced by artists its members frequently listen to. Lead vocalist and guitarist Kim has cited Ryan Beatty as a significant influence, while drummer Dong Q has acknowledged the British rock band Oasis as a source of inspiration.[14]
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^Lee, Jae-hoon (6 February 2025). 단편선 순간들·에스파, '한국대중음악상' 6·5개 부문 후보 [Danpyunsun and the Moments Ensemble and Aespa, 6·5 Nominations for the 'Korean Music Awards'] (in Korean). Newsis. Archived from the original on 6 February 2025. Retrieved 6 February 2025 – via Naver.
^Lee, Yoon-bi (22 June 2025). 아이들 '대상'→TXT, 아이브, 에스파 '본상', 영탁 4관왕까지...'서울가요대상' 빛냈다 [I-dle's 'Grand Prize' →TXT, IVE, aespa 'Main Award', and Young Tak won 4 awards... 'Seoul Music Awards' shined]. MHN (in Korean). Archived from the original on 22 June 2025. Retrieved 22 June 2025 – via Naver.
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