So!YoON!

So!YoON! is the self-titled debut solo album from Hwang So-yoon, the frontperson and guitarist of the Korean indie band Se So Neon. Released in 2019, the album represents a significant expansion of her sonic palette, moving away from the trio's rock-centric sound toward a sophisticated blend of R&B, soul, and art pop. The record features collaborations with notable artists like Sumin, Jvcki Wai, and Phum Viphurit, yet it remains distinctly her vision. Central to the album's identity is So!YoON!'s virtuosic guitar playing, which she treats as a second voice, often engaging in call-and-response with her own vocals. Critically, the album was praised for its bold androgyny and its ability to bridge the gap between the underground indie scene and mainstream R&B sensibilities. It stands as a definitive statement of her identity as a solo artist, characterized by its 'zZ’City' aesthetic - a term she uses to describe the sleepy yet vibrant energy of urban life.