Where Are The TRCNG Members In 2023?

TRCNG was a group who originally made headlines for being B.A.P‘s younger brother group, despite the impact they had and impressive growth in their own fanbase with each comeback (21K Views -> 33K Views -> 45K views and more) they would unfortunately would not get their 1st win despite ‘My Very First Love’/’Spectrum’ being a hot debut on Music Bank on October 13, 2017. Sadly, the group made the headlines because of WooYeop and TaeSeon releasing mulitple sets of proof against TS Entertainment for abuse and mistreatment.

In November of 2019, TaeSeon and WooYeop filed a lawsuit against the company’s director and head choreographer due to physical violence they suffered. This action caused TRCNG to promote as 8 members instead of 10 and the start to many issues. Fans were angry towards the company (if they weren’t already mad at TS for their treatment towards B.A.P).

This began to show in the company and TRCNG’s official SNS (Social Media Profiles) across various platforms such as YouTube. The last video was a self-written and composed song by JiSung, who was known as the “High Voice Rapper” in TRCNG. It was posted on June 17, 2021.

TRCNG failed to obtain proper promotion help by their company with little to no promotion or announcement of events, videos or covers. Their last proper release would be their 2nd single album “RISING,” which featured the following 4 tracks: ‘Paradise’, ‘MISSING’, ‘Island’ and ‘Paradise’ (the other track of the same name is the instrumental version), which was released on August 5, 2019.

Throughout the promotions and the group’s clear talents in song production, chemistry and dancing talents, the fans (also called Champions) had small hope in upon seeing various progress whenever the group posted dance focused videos such as:

It wasn’t until 2021 that HakMin (Lee HakMin), who was the vocalist and dancer within the group, took to his personal Instagram to announce the information to fans that TRCNG was no longer together, and that TS Entertainment has privately shut down and will no longer be a company.

Many of the members went on their own paths, all of TS Entertainment’s artists being released from the label (including one of the members’ sisters SONAMOO, who previously left TS). KangMin (who is now promoting under the name “HaMin”) was on “Extreme Debut Wild Idol,” before joining fellow members JiHun, HyunWoo and SiWoo in the pre-debut group “APR Project”. JiHun acted in the K-Drama “Doctor Stranger”, and HaYoung became a producer underneath the name “Luke.” He has produced/took part in songs for: ONF, JO1, Golden Child, VICTON. JiSung is serving in the military.

So going into 2023, where are the members now? How are they doing these days?

 

1. APR Project/BXB

Although KangMin didn’t debut in the final “Extreme Debut Wild Idol” group, he shared in Instagram, that he, alongside JiHun, HyunWoo and SiWoo, would be a part of the pre-debut group “APR Project.” They released the following: ’11:59′ MV, and APR Project’s ‘Scene’ (Feat. HoYeon). They were also featured on the South Korean YouTube Channel “Pineapple Studio,” where they did various videos with them including performing the TRCNG hit medley.

It would later be announced that APR Project would add a new member June and debut as BXB (Boy By Brush) underneath the company WOLFBURN. They debuted with their first mini album: “Flight and a New Beginning” on January 30th 2023. The team also gained popularity after appearing on “Peak Time” as Team 04:00 for their SHINee‘s ‘Replay’ performance. They also participated in the “45th K-STAGE,” alongside VI’ENX and other pre-debut groups, recently debuted groups and more. Check out the latest by BXB here:

2. TaeSeon

TaeSeon, the former leader and lead vocalist of TRCNG, is participating in the competition show “Fantasy Boys” and has placed 9th out of the top 12 of the second semester of eliminations.

He has also signed with GGA Family, as well as made an official Instagram Page for his pets Myu (Kitten) and Cookie (Puppy). You can follow TaeSeon here: GGA Family Official Instagram.

His personal account, 9.17st, (Yang TaeSeon Instagram) is active, but there is currently no posts.

 

2. Choi HaYoung/Luke

HaYoung (also known as his producer name: Luke) used to be the main vocalist in TRCNG, and because he formerly lived in California, he became friends with NCT’s HaeChan. He enlisted in the military on September 6, 2021, and has completed his service. He updated his fans on his Instagram, including about being in the band during his time in the military. You can follow Luke here: Luke At Me 822 (Personal Page) or follow his producer page here: 13 sibsams (Producer Page/Updates).

 

3. HoHyeon

HoHyeon used to be TRCNG’s main rapper and also used to be a MC for SBS MTV’s “The Show”. Currently on his Instagram, he has updated fans last on January 16th. You can follow HoHyeon here: Hohyeon Lee Instagram Official.

 

4. WooYeop

Jo WooYeop used to be TRCNG’s vocalist and dancer within the group. WooYeop has since changed not only how often he uploads, but has given his channel a complete makeover after being known as ‘우엽’ has been changed to what fans assume is his new name or stage name, “Lee Chan”.

According to his Twitter post on April 28, 2022, he has stated that he will try his best to upload every Saturday at 2 PM. To follow him on his new journey, you can do so here: Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram.

 

5. JiSung

Kim JiSung was the member in TRCNG who was the “High Voiced” rapper and he was also known for his visuals, being the 2nd, next to KangMin who trained the longest (5 years).

Since his post in April 2022 about how to send him letters during his military times, JiSung slowly came back to his Instagram to update fans on his current whereabouts and activities including posting on his birthday last December 21st. To catch up with JiSung, you can follow him here: Instagram.

 

Although the members and fans are unsure about a possible reunion, a lot of the group members appears to follow each other across various platforms.

Congratulations to the members, their families and fans for this new flower road. Hopefully, it continues to go strong for everyone.