[Japan–Korea Spotlight Again] Feature on Korean Enka Singers, Trot Singers

Trot, a genre loved in Korea just like K-pop.

Its style—shaped by the influence of Japanese enka and its own unique evolution—draws you in from the very first listen.

In recent years, audition shows have produced a remarkable number of trot stars.

In this article, we’ll introduce not only the singers who perform this kind of trot, but also many veteran masters who have long sung songs with a classic enka-like atmosphere.

Even the same singer can shift styles depending on the song, so start with a track you like and use it as a springboard to find your favorite artist!