Singer-songwriter IONE announces a new start at Million Market.

Million Market said on the 5th, "We recently signed an exclusive contract with IONE".

In addition, on the 4th, Million Market released the profile picture of IONE through the official SNS. In the photo, IONE is posing with a warm visual. IONE catches the eye by exuding a trendy charm with sophisticated styling.

IONE, a former member of the group Speed, made his solo debut in 2016 with 'Back'. He has established himself as a singer-songwriter in the R&B scene by directly producing with his sensuous songwriting and composing skills.

Since then, IONE has been well received with albums such as 'Treasure', 'I Don't Love You', 'All the Things', 'Unreal' and 'Idea', showing extraordinary musicality. In addition, he attracted the attention of music fans with his versatile aspects such as singing, dancing, writing lyrics, and composing.

Million Market, where IONE has made a new nest, includes MC Mong, as well as talented artists such as 2F Shin Yong-jae-Kim Won-ju, Kugi, Woo Tae-woon, Kim Nong-mil, Moon Su-jin, Gisele, and Choi Tae-eun.

Million Market said, "We will give our full support so that IONE can be reborn as a better artist. We ask for a lot of love and interest in IONE's steps as it will carry out various activities in a new place."

Among them, IONE draws attention by becoming a member of Taewoon Woo and Hansotbap, who worked together with speed. Interest is also drawn to the synergy between the two people, who still maintain a strong loyalty.

Expectations are rising on IONE, which has been attracting attention for its unrivaled musicality, will unfold in the Million Market.

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NewJeans' Minji touched fans' hearts with a handwritten letter on her birthday — even while the group is currently unable to promote due to legal issues.

On May 7, Minji celebrated her birthday by sharing a heartfelt message on the group’s personal SNS account, which the members opened themselves to stay connected with fans.

Minji began her letter with honesty, writing, “I think I’m living a busier life than I expected. When I finally looked up, it was already May, and it was my birthday.”

She admitted that she had a lot she wanted to say, but her thoughts felt “messy.” Still, her message to fans was clear, “I just hope that I, our members, and Bunnies can all be happy. Happiness is the biggest goal in my life.”

Minji then opened up about her personal journey and struggles, saying, “I sometimes think that running toward my happiness by doing what I love might look foolish to others. But isn’t giving up your happiness now for the sake of a future that might not even come… too harsh on yourself?”

Despite everything, she ended on a hopeful note, “I really miss the times when we shared our feelings through the good music we made together. But I always look forward to what’s ahead."

She added, "We didn’t stop here, and we’re not going to stop! It might look like we’re standing still, but I believe we’re growing deeper.”

Her message comes during a difficult time for NewJeans. The group announced last year that they were cutting ties with ADOR, their original agency, after trust was broken. They later began working independently under the new name ‘NJZ’.

However, ADOR responded with legal action — claiming the exclusive contract with NewJeans was still valid and asking the court to stop the group from promoting or signing deals.

The court sided with ADOR and granted an injunction, forcing NewJeans to pause their activities. Their appeal was rejected, and they’ve now filed a second appeal.

Through it all, Minji’s message proves one thing — even when forced to stop, NewJeans' hearts are still moving forward.

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