Today, YG Entertainment said on its official SNS that it was preparing to release a new album in early 2020.
“We are listening to the voices of the fans of our artists, including those of BLACKPINK. In addition BLACKPINK has completed its 32 shows, in 23 cities, on four continents during its world tour this year and is currently working on recording new songs. At the same time, even though It is currently on a Japanese domes tour.“ said YG Entertainment.
“YG Entertainment executives and staff are deeply grateful to the fans for their loving support, and will always do their best to bring out better music.“ This content has also been translated and published in English for fans around the world.
Earlier today, BLACKPINK fandom Blink drove a protest truck near the YG Entertainment office building in Hapjeong-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, questioning YG Entertainment about the group’s activities. The fans expressed their intention by using electronic panels that demanded more activity for the group.
The demonstration pointed to the question of BLACKPINK‘s failure to make an album in Korea since the release of its EP album “KILL THIS LOVE” in April. BLACKPINK, which debuted in 2016, has a strong fandom, but has a relatively low number of songs compared to its period of activity, which is why the fans react.
Also in February, former producer and head of YG Entertainment, Yang Hyun Ssuk, announced plans, including the release of each member’s individual songs, after JENNY, no one was there. This worries fans because there have been cases where artists such as CL, who recently left YG Entertainment, directly or indirectly complaining about YG Entertainment‘s lack of support for its activities.
YG Entertainment even responded to the expression of active fan opinion regarding BLACKPINK‘s activities and revealed its plans. Attention is focused on whether such a plan will appeal to fans and make it go smoothly.
Journalist : Shawn
Translator : Shawn
Source : YG Entertainment
