TXT Members Reveal Details Behind Record Breaking Contract Renewal Discussion with BIGHIT MUSIC
The South Korean music industry, particularly the global phenomenon of K-pop, is often characterized by the "seven-year curse," a term referring to the standard length of exclusive artist contracts that frequently leads to group disbandment or…
Ten’s Contract with SM Entertainment Concludes, Artist Remains with NCT and WayV in Hybrid Arrangement
In a significant development that underscores the evolving landscape of artist management in the global K-Pop industry, SM Entertainment announced on Monday, April 6, 2026, that Ten, a prominent member of NCT and WayV, will conclude his exclusive…
A Shockwave Through K-Pop: Mark’s Departure from NCT and SM Entertainment Ignites Fan Concerns Over Group’s Future and Industry Contract Norms
The K-Pop landscape was rattled on April 3, 2026, with the official announcement that Mark, a prominent and multifaceted member of the globally recognized group NCT, would be departing from both the collective and its long-standing agency, SM…
Kwon Eunbi Concludes Contract with Woollim Entertainment, Sparking Industry-Wide Reflection on Agency’s Future
On March 31, 2026, a significant shift in the K-Pop landscape was announced as former IZ*ONE leader and successful solo artist Kwon Eunbi officially concluded her exclusive contract with Woollim Entertainment. The agency confirmed her departure in a…