Jeon Somi Follows BLACKPINK to Enter US Market... Signs with Universal Music Label Interscope

Singer Jeon Somi. Photo by The Black Label

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Yeon-ju] Singer Jeon Somi has signed a contract with a label under the global record company Universal Music Group.

Jeon Somi's agency, The Black Label, announced on the 21st that they signed a contract with Interscope Records (hereafter Interscope), a label under Universal Music.

Universal Music is the world's largest music business company. Interscope, a subsidiary label established in 1990, is known as Universal's representative label covering hip-hop, EDM, rock, and pop stars such as Dr. Dre, Eminem, Maroon 5, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Selena Gomez, and Billie Eilish.

Previously, in Korea, BLACKPINK signed with Interscope and entered global markets including the United States, South America, and Europe.

Interscope stated, "Somi approaches pop music with her own unique and delicate style and is ready to become the next-generation global artist. Moreover, since we have continuously maintained relationships with YG Family, Teddy, and The Black Label, we believe this will bring even better results."

Meanwhile, Jeon Somi is set to release her new song "What You Waiting For" on the 22nd.

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