ONE MORE STRIKE FOR YG, GD and Warner Music
YG entertainment is disappointing their investors. Once again, an artist is leaving YG. Actually, it is not just an artist, ‘THE GD’ is leaving it. G-Dragon or also called as GD is the leader of BIGBANG, the start of the YG dynasty. He was iconic in 2010s. Before Blackpink rose, Bigbang especially G-Dragon, was the symbol of the agency. The symbol of YG is leaving YG. GD and Warner Music signed for the partnership.
There were rumors about him being a part of Warner Music, but nothing official was made. New outlets were saying someone saw G-Dragon visiting Warner Music Records office in Los Angeles, California. However nothing was proved. So fans were waiting for the official announcement. G- Dragon gave an answer for the questions. He posted pictures of him on the screen. ‘Warner Records’ ‘Welcome G-Dragon’. Confirmed!
So symbol of YG made sure he left the agency, Blackpink not saying yes for YG’s renewal contract. Two Strikes! One Chance left for YG? Who is staying with YG?
Artist in YG
G-Dragon name disappeared from the lineup of artists belonging to the quarterly report in March 2023, sparked rumors of the expiration of exclusive contracts with YG and the withdrawal of BigBang. Until the second half of last year, G-Dragon’s real name, Kwon Jiyong, was listed, but his name was removed in a few months.
“Currently, the exclusive contract with G-Dragon has expired, and other activities such as advertising are being cooperated through a separate contract. Additional contracts will be discussed when music activities resume, and YG will support their best.”
YG
At that point YG said they would do their best for the contract, and they seemed confident. They were sure if G-Dragon restarts music, they would be the first option of G-Dragon. They weren’t. Their cash cow, the next generation symbol, Blackpink only quarter signed for the renewal contract. Other three are rumored that they would move on. Other artists in YG are AKMU, Winner, TREASURE, and BABYMONSTER. AKMU the duo even signed for the renewal contract so they are going to stay for 5 more years. TREASURE debuted in 2020, so their first contract got 4 more years. BABYMONSTER did not start their career, so they might be the next symbol of YG. However, it is not sure and its just foggy for YG.
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