Gaeko, a member of the influential hip-hop duo Dynamic Duo, is currently in mourning following the death of his father,Kim Sam Ryeon. According to music industry reports on April 5, 2026 KST, his father passed away earlier today at the age of 75. The news of the loss was initially shared through the community by several fellow hip-hop artists, after which numerous colleagues began posting heartfelt memorial messages on SNS to offer their deep condolences. A funeral altar has been established at Room 31 of the Seoul St. Mary's Hospital Funeral Hall in Banpo-dong, Seoul, where Gaeko is currently receiving mourners as the chief mourner.
The funeral procession is scheduled to take place on the morning of April 7 at 8:10 AM KST. The final resting place for the deceased will be at Cheongah Park in Ilsan. As the news of the bereavement spread, heartfelt tributes and condolences from fans and fellow musicians have been directed toward Gaeko and his family. The music community is standing in solidarity with the artist, recognizing his long-standing dedication and influence in the Korean music scene.
Gaeko first entered the industry in 2000 as part of the hip-hop trio CB Mass before forming Dynamic Duo with Choiza in 2004. Since then, the duo has played a pivotal role in the popularization of Korean hip-hop, releasing numerous legendary hits such as 'Go Back', 'Guilty', 'Without You', 'Zani', 'Smoke', and 'BAAAM'. His contribution to the genre over the past two decades has made him a respected figure, and many are now sharing in his grief during this difficult period.
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