“I Want to Be Provocative”… A New Sense of Folk Music with the Power of Dohwasal

The key theme of this album is Dohwasal. Traditionally regarded as ominous or negative, it is now seen in today’s entertainment industry as a captivating force that captivates audiences. DOHWA reinterprets this concept as a new cultural language, infusing its fierce energy into the music to stir listeners’ senses.

Lee Hee-moon candidly declares his desire: “I want to be provocative — to make people respond with instinctive excitement and energy when they hear my folk songs.” Through this album, he unveils the provocative allure of folk music with bold conviction.

The Provocative Transformation of Folk Music — Lead Track “DOHWA”

The title track “DOHWA” is a reimagining of the traditional folk song “Dohwa Taryeong,” which takes peach blossoms in spring as its motif. While the original conveys the joy of reveling in the season, the new arrangement layers the notion of Dohwasal onto it, breathing life into the song with a contemporary sensibility.

Its mood is dazzling yet melancholic, passionate yet aching — a tapestry of complex emotions. With its catchy, repetitive chorus, the song offers a sing-along appeal while preserving the spirit of tradition. It delivers a “new moment” for folk music and fully showcases the multidimensional charm of Lee Hee-moon’s vocals.

An Intense Journey of Eight Tracks with Lee Hee-moon & OBSG

Dohwa (桃花) not only means peach blossoms but also signifies, in Korean fortune-telling, a magnetic energy that enchants and captivates people. For a performer onstage, it is an indispensable force — a power of allure that draws the audience in. The album DOHWA places this energy at the forefront, reinventing folk music’s most provocative moments.

Packed with eight tracks, including three lead tracks, the album offers a thrilling journey powered by the overwhelming sound of a big band. The refined touch of composer Shin Won-young and producer Noh Sun-taek merges seamlessly with this force, creating a dazzling musical experience that lingers long after the final note.