SM Jazz Trio, a classical and jazz label under SM Entertainment, recently completed a successful performance in Taipei, Taiwan. The trio, consisting of jazz pianist Johan Kim, bassist Hwang Ho-kyu, and drummer Kim Jong-guk, drew enthusiastic responses from local fans with their uniquely profound playing and emotional expression.

The performance mainly featured tracks from their first project album, "PINK NOTE," released on November 10. "PINK NOTE" reinterprets hit songs by SM's leading artists BoA and the group EXO into jazz versions, showcasing new musical experiments. SM Jazz Trio has received positive reviews from music fans worldwide for preserving the essence of jazz while incorporating the core of K-pop in their showcases and performances following the album release.

In SNS posts commemorating the Taipei performance, SM Jazz Trio was seen performing on stage under dazzling lights, dressed in white shirts while playing piano, bass, and drums, attracting attention. On-site, the trio's seamless interplay and performance skills, naturally blending classical and jazz genres without boundaries, were especially praised.

Meanwhile, SM Jazz Trio is gaining attention in the domestic and international jazz scenes by establishing a unique musical world combining K-pop and jazz. They plan to lead the expansion of the jazz genre through various stages and collaborations in the future.