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Big Ocean breaks new ground as K-pop’s first deaf group

  • The South Korean trio consisting of hearing-impaired artists launched their music career in April 2024 and recently finished a European tour, performing across four countries.
  • The group incorporated sign language and advanced technology like vibrating smartwatches and visual metronomes to overcome challenges posed by hearing impairments.
  • They cultivated precise synchronization by creating unique cues and memorizing choreography together, helping them manage issues like loud audience noise and limited visual stage cues.
  • Big Ocean enhances their vocal training and audio quality by employing technology that monitors pitch and transforms voices, while engaging with fans worldwide through various sign languages, motivating their global audience known as PADO with a strong focus on inclusivity.
  • Their innovative use of technology and dedication to accessibility represents significant progress for people with disabilities in South Korea's entertainment industry and supports their goal to expand their global presence.
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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Friday, May 30, 2025.
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