Youngjae has now left his agency according to an official statement.
Read more to learn further details.
GOT7 Youngjae Leaves Sublime Artist Agency After 3 Years
On April 2, Sublime Artist Agency released an official statement declaring Youngjae's departure from the company.
According to the agency, Sublime engaged in a thorough discussion with the GOT7 member and soloist. Ultimately, an agreement to finish the effectiveness of his exclusive contract with the company was decided.
"After a long discussion with GOT7 Youngjae about his future activities, we have agreed to respect each other's opinions and end the exclusive contract," Sublime shared.
The company then expressed its gratitude to Youngjae for his hard work and dedication. Sublime added that the agency will look forward to Youngjae's future endeavors, and thanked the fans who supported Youngjae along the way.
Read the full statement here:
"We would like to express our deep gratitude to the fans who have given GOT7 Youngjae a lot of love and attention.
We would like to inform you that after a long discussion with GOT7 Youngjae about his future activities, we have agreed to respect each other's opinions and terminate the exclusive contract.
We would like to express our sincerest thanks to Youngjae, for being with us as an artist. Everyone here at Sublime will treasure the time spent with Youngjae for a long time, and we are looking forward to his activities in the future in various fields and will be supporting them as well.
We would also like to thank the fans who have been with us and Youngjae during his journey. We kindly ask you to send your continued interest and encouragement to Youngjae, who is about to make a new start.
Thank you."
RECAP: GOT7 Youngjae Signs Exclusive Contract With Sublime Following Departure From JYP Entertainment
In other news, it was announced that all GOT7 members have departed their longtime agency JYP Entertainment on January 11, 2021. The agency shared that their departure was concluded ahead of their contract expiration on January 19, 2021.
"GOT7 has been a global idol group representing K-pop for over seven years since their debut on January 16, 2014," JYPE shared.
It added, "We would like to express our thanks to all our supporters, including GOT7, for being part of the growth of K-pop and JYP, and 'I GOT7,' who have been the driving force behind the group's activities as shown in their unconditional support."
On January 20, 2021, Sublime Artist Agency officially announced the inclusion of Youngjae through its official SNS.
[영재]
— 써브라임 (SUBLIME) (@with_SUBLIME) January 20, 2021
Welcome!#영재 #Youngjae#써브라임아티스트에이전시#sublimeartistagency #SAA pic.twitter.com/HMEAT9utG2
"We're excited to have Youngjae, a multi-talented artist, join us." The agency stated. "We're more than willing to provide support so he can flourish in various fields and the music industry. Please look forward to his upcoming activities with Sublime Artist Agency."
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