Girl group Tri.be faces a somber setback as they confront the unexpected passing of their producer, Shinsadong Tiger (real name Lee Ho-yang).
Producer's Sudden Demise
Shinsadong Tiger, the creative force behind Tri.be's recent comeback, passed away on February 23rd, sending shockwaves through the K-pop industry.
Producer Shinsadong Tiger has reportedly passed away.https://t.co/SKcq7Bij6M pic.twitter.com/mitddk2n23
— Kpop Charts (@kchartsmaster) February 23, 2024
Popular producer #ShinsadongTiger has passed away today's afternoon (KST). He is known for hit songs including #4Minute - Hot Issue, #T_ARA - Roly Poly, #Apink - No No No & #EXID - Up & Down.
— KoreanUpdates! (@KoreanUpdates) February 23, 2024
May the deceased rest in peacehttps://t.co/6CrrMyFEwf #KoreanUpdates RZ pic.twitter.com/dUej1WOQmc
Confirming the news to Ilgan Sports on the same day, the agency stated, "The news of Shinsadong Tiger's death is true. We received word of his passing a short while ago. Further details regarding the funeral arrangements will be shared once finalized."
A Mentor and Collaborator
Tri.be's deep connection with Shinsadong Tiger was evident in their recent comeback, featuring the song "Diamond" from their second mini album "W.A.Y," which he had written and composed.
At their comeback showcase on February 20th, the group shared insights into their collaborative process, expressing heartfelt gratitude for Shinsadong Tiger's mentorship.
"We received regular feedback from Producer Shinsadong Tiger. Whenever we encountered difficult pronunciations, he would record and send them to us directly, offering invaluable guidance."
Uncertain Future Engagements
Despite their recent performance on KBS2's "Music Bank," Tri.be faces uncertainties regarding their upcoming schedule. Scheduled appearances on MBC's "Show! Music Core" and SBS's "Inkigayo" now hang in the balance following the producer's untimely passing.
The agency declined to comment on the group's future plans, stating, "We will provide updates once everything has been resolved."
Remembering a Hitmaker
Shinsadong Tiger, renowned for his chart-topping compositions, crafted iconic hits such as T-ara's "Roly-Poly," Apink's "NoNoNo" and "Remember," EXID's "Up & Down" and "DDD," and Momoland's "BBoom BBoom." His influence extended to launching Tri.be, with whom he continued to collaborate closely until his recent passing.
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Written by Cassidy Jones.
