The Black Skirts

The Black Skirts
Also known asBryan Cho
Born
Jo Hyu-il
OriginSeoul, South Korea
GenresIndie rock
OccupationsMusician, singer-songwriter
InstrumentsVocals, guitar, bass, keyboard, percussion,drums,saxophone
Years active2008–present
Labels
  • Doggy Rich
  • BESPOK.
WebsiteOfficial website
Korean name
Hangul
조휴일
RRJo Hyuil
MRCho Hyuil
Stage name
Hangul
검정치마
RRGeomjeong Chima
MRKŏmjŏng Ch'ima

Jo Hyu-il (Korean조휴일; born 1982), better known as The Black Skirts (검정치마), is an indie rock musician based in South Korea. In 2010, he released his debut album, 201, which won Best Modern Rock Album at the 2010 Korean Music Awards. He has since released the albums, Don't You Worry Baby (I'm Only Swimming) (2011), Team Baby (2017), Thirsty (2019) and Teen Troubles (2022).