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Korea Herald
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Lim Young-woong to drop second LP in August
Megahit trot singer to return with new album delving into diverse genres Singer Lim Young-woong is set to make his return with a new full-length album, marking his first in over three years. On Thursday, his agency Mulgogi Music announced via Lim's official social media channels that his second full album "Im Hero 2" will be released on Aug. 29. This marks the singer's first full-length album since "IM Hero," which was released in May 2022. Lim rose to national fame in 2020 after winning the first season of TV Choson's trot audition program "Mr. Trot." Since then, he has expanded beyond trot as an artist by exploring a wide range of genres, including ballad, jazz, rock and hip-hop. His upcoming album is expected to continue this trend, featuring a rich mix of musical styles. Alongside the album announcement, a teaser video was also released. Featuring a soft sky-blue background, a pentagon-shaped logo, cloud in the shape of hearts, vibrantly colored flowers and gently falling petals, the video creates a whimsical and heartwarming atmosphere reminiscent of a fairy tale.
Korea Herald
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Super Junior's Sungmin signs with trot label Totalset after leaving SM Entertainment
Sungmin of Super Junior joined trot music agency Totalset just one day after his departure from longtime label SM Entertainment was announced. On Thursday, Totalset revealed that it had come to terms with the veteran K-pop singer. 'We have signed an exclusive contract with Sungmin. We plan to fully support him so that he can continue to receive great love from the public and actively promote as a trot singer,' the company said, in a statement. Sungmin first dipped a toe into the trot scene in 2022 through TV Chosun's second season of its competition 'Mr. Trot.' He released his trot debut single 'Lovesick' last year, showcasing a passionate side to his performance style. Most recently, he returned with the new single 'Yo. Yo. Yo.' establishing himself as a full-fledged trot artist. 'I truly love the genre of trot and I'm happy to have found a reliable agency where I can learn and grow,' Sungmin said in a statement. 'I ask for your support and interest as I continue to deliver joyful energy through my trot music.' Meanwhile, SM Entertainment expressed its gratitude to Sungmin for his time with the company. 'We thank Sungmin for being with us for over 20 years — from his trainee days to his time as an artist,' SM Entertainment said in a statement, Wednesday. 'We will continue to support his musical career and new journey.'
