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Who operates EmpressKorea?

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( 23 reviews )

Paul Kim – Mini EP: STAR

Name: Paul Kim - Mini EP: STAR
SKU: EK-50859
Price: 52.10 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (23 reviews)

In Stock

$ 52.10 USD

Paul Kim - Mini EP: STAR - Product Analysis

Key Highlights

Paul Kim is known for his emotionally resonant vocals and heartfelt lyrics, a signature style deeply rooted in the ballad tradition of Korean R&B and pop. His ability to convey vulnerability makes his music especially impactful.
Mini albums (EPs) are a common format in K-Pop, allowing artists to explore thematic ideas and experiment with different musical styles within a concise collection, often with strong visual concepts tied to the release.

Why You'll Love It

Immerse yourself in Paul Kim's signature vocal delivery. Expect powerful and emotive singing that will resonate with your deepest feelings.
Experience a carefully curated set of songs, designed to take you on an emotional journey. Mini albums allow artists to showcase their versatility in a focused manner.
Own a piece of authentic Korean music culture. Directly sourced from Korea, this guarantees both quality and contributes directly to the Korean music industry.

Key Features

Authentic K-Pop Album: Rest assured that you are receiving a genuine product, directly from Korea. This ensures you receive all the inclusions like photobooks, photocards, and other potential extras that add to the collectable value of K-Pop albums.
Diverse Musicality: While categorized as Solo Artists (Male), Paul Kim is known to experiment with pop, R&B, and ballad styles, resulting in a dynamic listening experience. This EP may contain various genre influences and sounds.
High-Quality Production: Korean music production is known for its meticulous attention to detail. Expect crisp audio, strong melodies, and innovative arrangements.
Physical Album Format: Receive more than just the music; enjoy the visual elements that K-Pop albums are known for, including a photobook, potentially a photocard, and aesthetically pleasing packaging, enhancing the overall sensory experience.

Perfect For

Fans of Korean Ballads and R&B music who appreciate heartfelt and emotionally charged vocals.
K-Pop collectors who value owning authentic merchandise from their favorite artists and completing their collections.

Pro Tips

Store your album in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the integrity of the packaging and photobook over time.
Follow Paul Kim's official social media channels to stay updated on future releases, behind-the-scenes content, and potential fan events.

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15.00% OFF

Spend 5000$ get 20% off

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Delivery & Return

Estimated delivery: Jun 9 – 16

Categories: K-POP, Solo Artists (Male)

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Description

We are a Korean company that is officially registered in Korea and we take pride in selling authentic Korean K-pop albums. We ship directly from Korea, ensuring that our customers receive their orders in a timely and reliable manner. As a reputable company, we guarantee the authenticity of our products and strive to provide the best customer service possible. Shop with confidence knowing that you are supporting a Korean company and receiving genuine K-pop albums from the source.

Paul Kim’s Mini EP: STAR is now available.

Your purchase quantity will count towards HANTEO & GAON Chart.

Authentic Paul Kim Product

Release Date: June 15th, 2022

Package Composition:
– 1 Out Box
– 1 CD
– 1 Photo Book (64P)
– 1 Voice Mail Card (Random 1 out of 2)
– 1 Pop-Up Card
– 1 Sticker
– 1 Double-Sided Poster (Folded) *First Press Only; while stocks last

Customer Reviews

Based on 23 reviews

Rated 5 out of 5
Sigrid (verified owner) – Örebro, Sweden – May 15, 2026
Köpte Paul Kims Mini EP: STAR och blev positivt överraskad. Den har fina bilder i fotoalbumet, jättebra ljud på CD:n. Leveransen var snabb också vilket är bra för fansen.
Rated 5 out of 5
Olivia from Chicago, USA (verified owner) – April 27, 2026
I bought the EP and loved it. Songs are catchy, good variety in tracks. Package was nice but shipping took longer than expected.
Rated 5 out of 5
Isla from Boston, USA – April 27, 2026
Album arrived quickly. The photo book is nice but not very detailed. Audio quality is good and tracks are catchy. Worth getting for fans of Paul Kim.