Baljunso
| Baljunso Inc. | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1991 |
| Founder | Kang Byung-yong |
| Distributor(s) | KT Music |
| Genre | K-pop, R&B, Korean hip hop |
| Country of origin | Seoul, South Korea |
| Location | Seoul, South Korea |
| Official website |
baljunso1991 |
Baljunso (stylized as BALJUNSO) is a South Korean independent record label founded in 1991 by Kang Byung-yong, former director of CAN Entertainment. In 2014, S.M. Entertainment, the biggest powerhouse of the K-pop industry, acquired shares in Baljunso.[1][2][3]
History
- 1991 - Baljunso was founded by Kang Byung-yong.
- 2014 - S.M. Entertainment acquired shares in Baljunso; the label held its showcase titled BALJUNSO WORLD WIDE PROMOTION in Hongdae; Play the Siren's debut single was the first release under the Baljunso-SM partnership.[4][5][6]
Concerns in indie-major partnership
Due to concerns regarding Baljunso's partnership with SM (which is a major label), Kang Byung-yong said in an interview dated February 26, 2014:[7]
"We will maintain the color of the indie scene and through the support, we will create an environment in which the indie musicians will be able to promote more actively.
We are aware of the concerns that some people may have... We will focus more on concerts rather than broadcasts. The color of the indie scene will not fade.
It is true that a substantial number of indie musicians are pursuing music under poor conditions... We will create a system which will make it easier for them to produce and promote their albums. We will create an environment in which the indie musicians will be able to focus on their music according to their effort."
Recording artists
Groups
- HLin
- Wasted Johnny's
- Play the Siren
- Shinchon Tigers
Soloists
References
- ↑ Allkpop: SM Entertainment invests in indie label BALJUNSO to help spread non-mainstream music. (February 26, 2014)
- ↑ Soompi: SM Seeks Further K-Pop Globalization with Latest Acquisition of Indie Label Baljunso. (February 27, 2014)
- ↑ ENewsWorld by Mwave: SM Entertainment Invests in Indie Label Baljunso to Spotlight Non-mainstream Music. (February 26, 2014)
- ↑ Allkpop: Shindong to host BALJUNSO's 'worldwide promotion' event with special appearance by Luna. (March 6, 2014)
- ↑ Allkpop: SM Entertainment's subsidiary indie label BALJUNSO to debut co-ed group Play the Siren. (July 9, 2014)
- ↑ Allkpop: Co-ed group Play the Siren goes on a 'Dream Drive' with f(x)'s Luna! (July 21, 2014)
- ↑ Allkpop: BALJUNSO responds to concerns involving SM Entertainment's investment. (February 27, 2014)
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