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Underrated K-pop Groups We Should Stan In 2024
Vote on the “nugu” groups who deserve more attention in 2024.
Get ready, K-pop enthusiasts! Unfamiliar yet bursting with talent and potential, these underrated K-pop groups of 2024 are here to shake up the scene. Featuring groups not from major labels, this list of the best nugu groups today is ranked by fans around the world.
Four-member girl group Kiss of Life captivates with their R&B-style sound combined with hip hop choreo that turns heads. Purple Kiss keeps fans entranced with their rich harmonies and distinctly feminine persona, whereas Tri.be's strong, powerful choreographies and upbeat rhythms set them apart. Victon’s mix of high-energy pop and charismatic stage presence sets them a cut above, while TNX shines with their experimental fusion of traditional and modern K-pop sounds. The variety of styles and talent within these groups represents K-pop music’s growing diversity and paves the way for these upcoming stars.
Details like choreography, music, styling, and stage presence are addressed in the list, but the real excitement is in seeing how these groups work their unique charms to claim top ranking. Moreover, it's not just about which group is the best in general—it's about who shines the brightest in each of these categories.
The power to rank these groups now lies in your hands. Your insight and fan votes can propel these up-and-coming Kpop groups into the spotlight they deserve. So why not take a moment to explore their music? Discover their charisma and talent, then cast your vote for the most underrated Kpop groups of 2024. Let’s fuel the ascension of these rising stars in the Kpop universe together!
You may have heard of KISS OF LIFE before due to their beloved debut, but they still haven't gotten the flowers they deserve. This four-member girl group has it all, with impressive stage presence, catchy songs, and great individual talents.
The girls just released their second mini album Born to be XX in November of 2023, so a comeback isn't expected for another few months. Make sure to keep an eye on them though - new music from this group will be well worth the wait.
- Genres (Music): K-pop, R&B, dance-pop
- Albums: Kiss of Life, Born to Be XX
It's quite surprising that Purple Kiss isn't getting more attention. Just like their sunbaes Mamamoo, they're a talented group with more mature vibes compared to other girl groups. They've also put out some insanely catchy bops since their debut in 2021.
Purple Kiss started off the year strong with a fan concert held in Seoul in January 2024. While there hasn't been of news of a comeback just yet, you can expect great things from this highly underrated group.
- Labels: RBW
- Genres (Music): K-pop
TRI.BE is one of those girl groups that completely puts you under their spell with their amazing stage presence and high-energy dancing. Seriously, all the members are incredible dancers.
You can catch their talents this year with their newest single, "Diamond." The girls have big things planned for the year and we're excited to see what new music they add to their impressive discography!
- Labels: TR Entertainment, Mellow Entertainment, Universal Music Korea
- Genres (Music): K-pop
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48TURN
There were a lot of amazing debuts in 2023, and 8TURN was one of them. Despite a strong start with their first song “TIC TAC” going viral, this eight-member group is still flying under the radar.
The boys already began 2024 off with a bang, releasing their third mini album STUNNING represented by the title track “RU-PUM PUM.” Fans can expect another amazing year from this talented group!
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5woo!ah!
Looking for a new “teen crush” group? Woo!ah! nails the cute and youthful concept with their bubblegum pop aesthetic, but they're also able to be bold and energetic like ITZY and Weki Meki.
Although the girls spent all of 2023 without a comeback, fans won't have to wait much longer. Their company put out a statement confirming that woo!ah! will be releasing new music in the first half of 2024.
- Labels: NV Entertainment
- Genres (Music): K-pop
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Keep your eyes on TEMPEST this year - they're one of the most promising rookie groups right now.
This seven-member boy group debuted on March 2, 2022 with the debut single “Bad News,” and continued throughout 2023 with other strong comebacks like “Dangerous” and “Vroom Vroom.” As for 2024, the members will be holding on their a fan concert in Seoul, on April 13th and 14th, 2024.
- Labels: Yue Hua Entertainment
- Genres (Music): K-pop