K-pop Recording Magic in Seoul Travel Studio Adventure
Record "Don't Need Your Love" at King Studio Seoul - the ultimate NCTzen DREAM Kpop experience for Korea Travel!
Global K-pop fans can now experience the same idol-level studio workflow during a short stay in Seoul. This blog walks through KING STUDIO’s signature 2-hour DIAMOND session with U.S. YouTuber Kyle, who covered the SM STATION 3 single “Don’t Need Your Love” by NCT DREAM × HRVY, and then maps out nearby attractions so your entire day in Gangnam feels like a backstage pass.
Why KING STUDIO Is a Must-Do
KING STUDIO was founded to give travelers a genuine K-pop production experience—complete with vocal director, producer, and manager—in just 120minutes. The studio’s streamlined system mirrors the way Korean labels built global chart toppers, letting any fan cut a polished track before lunch or dinner. Clients leave with a mastered file, behind-the-scenes photos, and a personalized certificate.
The DIAMOND Session: Kyle’s Journey
Meet the Team
Upon arrival, Kyle met Vocal Director Jae Wook, Studio Manager Jinny, and Producer Aiden. They explained session goals, health guidelines, and how DIAMOND service adds premium extras like mix-revision vouchers and photo-shoot lighting.
Studio Tour & Mic Test
Manager Jinny led Kyle around the neon-lit live room, then set gain on a Neumann U87, demonstrating cue-box etiquette so Kyle could flag level issues silently.
Quick Vocal Training
Director Jae Wook ran Kyle through 7-note sirens pegged to HRVY’s opening range and consonant drills to match NCT DREAM’s Korean rap diction.
Key Selection & Rehearsal
Kyle tried three semitone shifts of the backing track, eventually locking in –1 key for optimal belt without straining falsetto. Rehearsal punches used a looped 8-bar pre-chorus until pitching was solid.
Idol-Style Multi-Track Recording
- Lead guide pass
- Verse stacks
- Harmony thirds
- “DNYL club” chant doubles
- Falsetto bridge ad-libs
Rough Mix & Sweet-Spot Check
After 90minutes Kyle joined Aiden at the midfield monitors—the “sweet spot”—where low-cut automation and H-Delay were fine-tuned. A printed mix and an MP3 were bounced for immediate share-ability.
Welcome Kit
Kyle received an attachment "Jenling" by Blackpink Jennie, along with his own KING STUDIO album.
| DIAMOND Timeline | Activity | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| 00:00-00:10 | Welcome, paperwork | Studio tour schedule confirmed |
| 00:10-00:25 | Mic test, cue-box tutorial | Levels locked, comfort check |
| 00:25-00:40 | Vocal warm-ups | Flexible diaphragm, clear vowels |
| 00:40-01:00 | Key search, rehearsal | Backing track transposed |
| 01:00-01:50 | Multi-track recording | Five layered sections complete |
| 01:50-02:00 | Rough mix, playback | Final tweaks & certificate |
Song Spotlight: “Don’t Need Your Love”
Release Background
The track dropped 2019-06-06 as SM STATION 3’s 13th single. It marked NCT DREAM’s first Western collaboration and HRVY’s Korean debut.
Sound & Genre
A synth-pop backbone merges with bright acoustic-guitar riffs and a snappy 100 BPM beat. The bilingual verses give HRVY the English hook while NCT DREAM tackle Korean rap lines.
Lyric & MV Theme
The chorus declares total independence from a past relationship—“I don’t need your love”—while the MV casts the artists as the DNYL club on a school campus, dancing off heartbreak.
Why the Collab Matters
Cross-continental projects like BTS × Halsey or BLACKPINK × Dua Lipa showed K-pop’s global pull; NCT DREAM × HRVY continued that momentum, landing BBC Radio 1’s Brit List nod for HRVY the same year.
HRVY at a Glance
Harvey Leigh Cantwell, 178cm and 57kg, debuted in 2013 with “Thank You,” hosted CBBC’s “Friday Download,” and later amassed massive TikTok views. Fans dub him “NCT DREAM’s honorary 7th member”.
Nearby Seoul Travel Gems
Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs
A UNESCO World Heritage park only 600 m from KING STUDIO offers a peaceful walk among 15th-century Joseon mounds—open till 21:00 for just ₩1,000.
COEX Mall & Starfield Library
Shop 300+ brands, snap the 13-m-high bookshelves, or watch sharks glide through COEX Aquarium’s 40,000 sea creatures.
K-Star Road
Take selfies with giant bear-brick statues of top idols and browse merch stores along this Gangnam strip illuminated after sunset.
Booking Tips
Reserve Early
Slots fill 4-weeks ahead for peak seasons. Use the English site or WhatsApp concierge.
Language Support
All staff speak English; Chinese/Japanese interpreters available on request 48hours prior.
What to Bring
- Lyric sheet + Romanization
- Hydration bottle (no dairy 2hours before session)
- Comfortable sneakers for quick MV-style shots
Call to Action: Your dream K-pop cover—and the Seoul travel story to match—are only 120minutes away. Click “BOOK DIAMOND” and add “서울에서의 K-팝 녹음 스튜디오” to your bucket list today.
🏆 Why KING STUDIO?
- Record in Gangnam’s top K-Pop studio used by idols like BTS & Girls' Generation.
- Work with producer Aiden (22+ years, 400+ albums) & K-Pop vocal directors and studio managers who provide various languages.
- Perfect for Korea travel bucket lists – no prior singing experience needed!
📌 Featured in this video:
✅ Behind-the-scenes tour of Studio A’s acoustic-designed space.
✅ Real-time feedback from K-Pop sound engineers.
📅 Plan Your Seoul K-Pop Experience:
Book early via KING STUDIO & combine with K-Drama tours!
🔗 Book Your K-Pop Experience Today
Website: kingstudio.co.kr/en
Instagram: @kingstudio.official
Location: 52 B1, Samseong-ro 75-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
