He was one of the “MIXNINE” finalists.
If you’re ever hunting for a gifted tattoo artist in Seoul, South Korea, chances are high; you might come across an artist named Colin. His experience within the {art} type would perhaps give off the impression that he has been doing this all his life. However, in actuality, Colin was a full-time Okay-Pop idol even a few years in the past!
Colin’s actual identity is Lee Rubin. However, followers would possibly keep in mind him merely as Rubin. Rubin debuted in March 2019 with a bunch known as 1TEAM. The group consisted of 5 members, and he held the place of the visible and the lead vocalist. 1TEAM debuted with a mini album, What’s Up! Their debut single was “Vibe.”
However, earlier than turning into a member of 1TEAM, Rubin spent eight years in the leisure trade as a trainee. He was coaching beneath Woollim Leisure, and it’s mentioned that he was competing for a spot within the closing lineup of the boy group Golden Baby.
Rubin additionally appeared in several survival exhibits earlier than his official debut. He participated in BOYS24, a 2016 idol actuality present produced by CJ E&M. After making it to the semifinals, Rubin sadly bought eradicated and didn’t make it to the debut lineup.
In 2017, he participated in MIXNINE and efficiently turned one of many nine finalists who have been alleged to debut in a bunch collectively. Nonetheless, the present’s plan fell by, and not one of the finalists bought to debut ultimately.
After debuting with 1TEAM, Rubin was an idol for under two years because the group, sadly, disbanded in March 2021. The quartet launched two extra albums after their debut, and One.
Whereas Rubin had chased his ardor for music as an idol trainee for a long time, 1TEAM’s disbandment took him to his roots of {art}. From a younger age, he was serious about {art} and even thought about it instead of professional possibilities. Based on his Instagram bio, the singer is now a Western Portray main and works as a tattoo artist based mainly in Seoul. His expertise in {art} shines by the different kinds of tattooing he has achieved for his shopper, which incorporates black ink, colored, and line designs.
Rubin’s expertise, nonetheless, is multifaceted. Apart from learning {art} and dealing as an artist, he’s additionally a knowledgeable photographer and a dummy!
Is there anything this man can’t do?
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