Industry Jul 2, 2026
Korean Fair Trade Commission Investigates K-Pop Contracts After NewJeans Member's Complaint
The Fair Trade Commission in Korea is reviewing a complaint against K-pop powerhouse HYBE submitted by sacked NewJeans member Danielle. That complaint raises issues with artist deal terms that are pre
Originally published by
Complete Music Update
Korea's Fair Trade Commission is reviewing a complaint filed by Danielle, a former member of the K-pop group NewJeans, against HYBE. The complaint targets standard artist contract terms prevalent within the K-pop industry.
This review by the Fair Trade Commission could potentially influence future artist agreements beyond this specific case, given that the issues raised are common practice in K-pop. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.
This review by the Fair Trade Commission could potentially influence future artist agreements beyond this specific case, given that the issues raised are common practice in K-pop. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.