Kim Kwang-suk

Kim Kwang-suk (January 1964 – January 14, 2018) was a North Korean singer of the Pochonbo Electronic Ensemble.[1]

Not to be confused with Kim Kwang-seok or Kim Gwang-suk.
In this Korean name, the family name is Kim.

Kim Kwang-suk
BornJanuary 1964
DiedJanuary 14, 2018(2018-01-14) (aged 53–54)[1]
Very likely Pyongyang, North Korea[2]
Nationalitynorth Korean
OccupationVocal, Vocal Instructor
Years active1980s–1990s
OrganizationPochonbo Electronic Ensemble[2]
Known forSinging[2]
Notable work
“What Is Life?”, “The Dear Name Kim Jong Il”, “My Dear Is A Hero Now“, “Where Are You, Dear General?“, “Fruit Trees Planted On Hills“.[3]
StyleFolk
Spouse(s)Chong Gwon
AwardsMerited Artist, People's Artist[2]
Korean name
Hangul
김광숙
Hanja
金光淑
Revised RomanizationGim Gwangsuk
McCune–ReischauerKim Kwangsuk

It was said she has inspired the creation of the Moranbong band.[2]

References
  1. "Legendary N. Korean folk singer dies". Retrieved September 13, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  2. "현송월의 맏언니격 '보천보악단' 김광숙 사망… 김정은 애도" (in Korean). Retrieved September 13, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  3. "Kim Kwang Suk Dies At Age Of 55". Retrieved September 13, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)


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