Park Jin-hai primarily focuses on K-dramas, entertainment shows and actor interviews. Beyond that, she also pens articles covering the broader arts scene, with a particular emphasis on classical music, dance and various aspects of lifestyle. Since joining The Korea Times in 2013, she has made significant contributions in the realms of hallyu (Korean wave), industry news and international affairs.
Akdong Musicians to join hands with YG
Akdong Musicians, a sibling duo who won the top prize at “K-Pop Star 2” audition in April
By Park Jin-hai
The Akdong Musicians, the young brother and sister duo who won “K-Pop Star 2,” will sign up for YG Entertainment.
YG announced on Friday they are in the final stages of finalizing a contract with the duo’s parents and expect it to be signed within days.
“We believed YG would be the best place to support our music. We’d like to make good songs in a better environment,” said Lee Chan-hyuk, 16, and Soo-hyun, 13.
The Akdong Musicians became a sensation here when they sang their self-written songs on the televised music contest. Their songs “Don’t Cross Your Legs,” “You are Attractive,” and “Is it Ramen?” swept local music charts when they were released.
“We will play the role of the frame of a picture. They will paint the picture, and we will not add any layers of paints on it,” said Yang Hyun-suk, CEO of YG Entertainment.
“We will retain their freshness and ingenuity.”
As the top prize winner of the singing contest, the siblings had the opportunity to choose an agency to represent them from SM, YG, and JYP Entertainment. The winner of the previous season, Park Ji-min, chose JYP.