Park Hyo-shin says will make better music after military discharge

Park Hyo-shin [Choi June-yong/Asia Economic Daily]

Korean balladeer Park Hyo-shin, who entered the military today, said he will make better music after he is relieved of his services two years later.

Park, 29, made the remark on Tuesday, before entering the 102 Reserves in Chuncheon of Gangwon Province where he will undergo five weeks of basic training as part of fulfilling his mandatory military duties as an active-duty soldier.

"I want to thank everyone who came out to see me in this cold weather. I am a bit nervous but happy that I will fulfill my military obligations," Park said in front of reporters and about 100 fans, adding that he wishes for everyone's good health and will continue his singing career after his military discharge.

Park made his debut in November 1999 with his album "This I Cannot Do For You." He released several hits songs and is well-known for the theme song "Snow Flower" from the hit KBS TV series "I'm Sorry, I Love You."

He recently release the second part of his sixth album "Gift" and gave his final performance with singers Gummy and Wheesung for their concert "The Gift" last weekend.