Kim Min-ki (Dew Kim): A Voice for Korean Soul Kim Min-ki, known affectionately as Dew Kim, emerged from the crucible of post-war Korea—a nation grappling with political repression and yearning for artistic expression—to become a singular figure in Korean music and theater. Born March 31, 1951, in Iri (present-day Iksan), North Jeolla Province, his formative years instilled within him a profound understanding of social justice and an u…