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LOONA and ARTMS’ Heejin Opens Up About Making Solo Debut

Heejin poses for her solo album 'K.' Credit: Twitter/ARTMS

Former LOONA member Heejin has reflected on her idol career as she embarked on a new endeavor as a solo artist. 

On October 31, Heejin released his first solo mini-album K, which carries the title track “Algorithm.” 

Notably, this new solo music from the idol has been a long-awaited moment for her fans. Since Heejin’s last solo offering was around seven years ago, with the solo song “ViViD” that was released in October 2016. At the time, she became the first member to be introduced in the “Monthly Girls” project that marked the start of K-pop girl group LOONA. 

Moreover, K also served as Heejin’s first official release after moving to Modhaus in March 2023. In November 2022, she filed her injunction against former label BLOCKBERRY Creative. Together with fellow LOONA members Kim Lip, Jinsoul, and Cheorry, she won their injunctions in January 2023. 

Under Modhaus, the ARTMS project was formed to feature the activities of the LOONA members under the agency. 

Heejin on her solo debut 

Given how significant K is in her career, it’s unsurprising that the singer has a lot to say about her idol journey and solo venture. 

In a press conference with Korean media, Heejin opened up how she has blossomed as a solo artist with the album. “As I bloom once again and flourish, I wish to present myself to an even wider audience,” she said.

For her solo debut, she made sure to have deep involvement in the album’s production. For instance, she took part in writing lyrics for “Algorithm,” “Video Games,” “Nokia” and “Addiction.”

Aside from that, she also had a hands-on approach in terms of the album’s production. “I made suggestions for the album’s cover art, I asked the team to edit the font of the teaser image. And even suggested the clothes that I would wear in the album,” she shared. 

With this, Heejin declared that she now feels like a “real artist.” “I believe I now have the power to truly stand on my own two feet,” she asserted. “I’ve learned to give my own opinion and even disagree with the agency if necessary.” 

LOONA reunion?

Apart from her solo sting, she also dabbled on the recent legal battle that the LOONA members went through.

Despite what happened, she said that the dream of a full LOONA reunion with all 12 members is still very much alive. Especially that all members themselves share a positive outlook on the possibility of reuniting with their fans.

As of now though, Heejin said that it’s more feasible for fans to expect a release from the ARTMS project. “While we haven’t started any official preparation for our debut, I think we will be able to present ourselves [as ARTMS] with all five members next year,” she said. 

Featured image: Heejin poses for her solo album ‘K.’ Credit: Twitter/ARTMS

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Listen: LOONA and ARTMS’ HaSeul Releases ‘Plastic Candy’

HaSeul releases new digital single 'Plastic Candy.' Credit: Twitter/ARTMS

LOONA and ARTMS member HaSeul has treated fans with new music through the release of her digital single “Plastic Candy.” 

On Thursday, HaSeul released “Plastic Candy” on digital platforms before performing it at her concert Music Studio 81.8Hz. 

Prior to the release of the track, ARTMS released a behind-the-scenes video of the idol recording the song. 

“I was very nervous when recording it,” she said. “This song is full of dreaminess. If you think about the lyrics, you will find this more interesting.” 

Notably, “Plastic Candy” is HaSeul’s first solo music in nearly seven years. In 2016, she released her two-track self-titled single album as part of LOONA’s pre-debut project. 

Meanwhile, the Music Studio 81.8Hz is also the idol’s first solo show since signing with Modhaus. Set from October 26 to 29, the four-night show will also feature one of her ARTMS bandmates – Heejin, Kim Lip, Jinsoul, and Choerry – on each night of the concert.

HaSeul as a MODHAUS artist

In June, HaSeul signed with MODHAUS and joined the agency’s ARTMS project. 

Notably, Modhaus was founded by LOONA’s former creative director Jaden Jeong. And the ARTMS project featured the activities of LOONA members Heejin, Kim Lip, Jinsoul, Choerry, and Haseul. 

Her transfer to Modhaus follows the suspension of her exclusive contract with BlockBerry Creative. All 12 members of LOONA have left BlockBerry, after winning a string of lawsuits to suspend their contracts. 

Under MODHAUS, Odd Eye Circle, the sub-unit composed of Choerry, Jinsoul, and Kim Lip, released their album Version Up in June. Meanwhile, Heejin is also set to make her solo debut on October 31. 

As for the other LOONA members, Chuu made her solo debut in October with the EP Howl. Meanwhile, members HyunJin, YeoJin, Vivi, Go Won, and HyeJu have formed the group LOOSSEMBLE (LOONA Assemble) under the agency CTDENM. 

On several accounts, the members have expressed their desire to have a LOONA reunion and even showed support for each other’s activities. 

Featured image: HaSeul releases new digital single ‘Plastic Candy.’ Credit: Twitter/ARTMS

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Modhaus to Take Legal Action for Malicious Posts Against Kim Lip

Kim Lip in the teaser for LOONA's 'The Origin' album. Credit: Twitter/LOONA

South Korean record label and entertainment agency MODHAUS announced that they would take legal action against malicious posts directed at their ARTMS artist, former LOONA member Kim Lip. 

On Thursday, August 24, MODHAUS released a statement that they’re continuously monitoring posts containing defamation, harassment, and personal attacks against Kim Lip.

“MODHAUS does not tolerate any form of right infringement against our artist,” they wrote. “MODHAUS is considering taking legal actions in cooperation with legal experts to address the issue.” 

Interestingly, the agency didn’t go into detail of what prompted the statement. But the label wrote that “unfortunate incidents” arose as fans got access to a more active communication with the artists. 

Furthermore, MODHAUS expressed its commitment to ensure the safety of the artists and fans in the future. Additionally, they also encouraged fans to report cases of rights infringements against the artists to their Response Team. 

Kim Lip as a MODHAUS artist

Kim Lip made her debut in May 2017 when she was introduced as the sixth member of LOONA. At the time, she was also a member of the group’s second sub-unit ODD EYE CIRCLE before LOONA officially debuted as a 12-member act in August 2018. 

 

However, in November 2022, Kim Lip, together with nine other LOONA members, filed an injunction against their agency Blockberry Creative. 

Kim Lip, together with Heejin, Jinsoul, and Choerry, won their injunctions in January 2023. The four of them signed exclusive contracts with MODHAUS in March. 

Since then, the agency  launched the ARTMS project. It will reportedly refer to the activities of the former LOONA members under their agency. Haseul, who signed with MODHAUS in June, has also been added to the ARTMS project. 

In July, Odd Eye Circle, the sub-unit composed of Choerry, Jinsoul, and Kim Lip, released their album Version Up.

Fans’ reactions

Numerous fans thanked the agency for taking the necessary measures to protect their artist.

“I’m genuinely so glad you guys are doing this. thank you for protecting her!”, one fan wrote.

 

Others also commended MODHAUS for the speedy action as they responded even before the allegations spread.

https://twitter.com/whoiskimlip/status/1694674174193910027

 

More agencies take legal actions to protect artists

Just like MODHAUS, more agencies are taking legal actions to protect their artists.

In August, JYP Entertainment announced that the agency is taking legal actions for malicious posts and comments against their girl group, ITZY. 

WakeOne Entertainment, ZEROBASEONE’s agency also announced in July that they’ve taken legal actions against individuals who have been spreading hateful posts and threats against the nine-member rookie boy group. 

Another is Starship Entertainment, who also sued YouTubers who published false content regarding their artists, specifically IVE. 

Meanwhile, SM Entertainment also filed a complaint against an online user who sent death threats to aespa’s Winter. The agency will also take a legal action against a fan who invaded NCT’s Jaehyun’s privacy. 

In addition, these agencies stated that they will regularly monitor and report posts that spread false information, hate, and insult towards their artists. 

Featured image: Kim Lip in the teaser for LOONA’s ‘The Origin’ album. Credit: Twitter/LOONA

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Ex Loona Member Heejin to Make Solo Debut

Heejin poses for her agency photo under Modhaus. Credit/Twitter: ARTMS Project

The LOONA universe continues to expand as former member Heejin is confirmed to make her solo debut. 

Modhaus confirmed on Thursday, August 3 that Heejin is preparing a solo album.

However, the agency added they’ll have yet to determine the exact release date for Heejin’s album. Additional details such as number of tracks and album title weren’t also disclosed. 

 

Heejin made her debut in October 2016 with the release of her solo song “ViViD.” She was the first member that was introduced in the “Monthly Girls” project that marked the start of K-pop girl group LOONA. 

In 2017, Heejin became part of the ⅓ sub-unit, alongside HyunJin, Haseul, and Vivi. They were LOONA’s first sub-unit, before the group officially debuted as a 12-member act in August 2018. 

LOONA in the recent years

However, between 2021 and 2022, LOONA members, starting with Chuu, filed their injunctions against their agency BlockBerry Creative. 

In Heejin’s case, she filed her injunction in November 2022, citing breach of mutual trust. She filed it alongside members Haseul, Yeojin, Kim Lip, Jinsoul, Choerry, Yves, Go Won, and Olivia Hye. 

Heejin, together with Kim Lip, Jinsoul, and Choerry, won their injunctions in January 2023. The four of them signed exclusive contracts with Modhaus in March. 

Meanwhile, Modhaus has since launched the ARTMS project.

Said project will reportedly refer to the activities of the LOONA members under their agency. Haseul, who signed with Modhaus in June, has also been added to the ARTMS project. 

In July, Odd Eye Circle, the sub-unit composed of Choerry, Jinsoul, and Kim Lip, released their album Version Up.

Additionally, former LOONA members HyunJin, YeoJin, Vivi, Go Won, and HyeJu have formed the group LOOSSEMBLE (LOONA Assemble). They’re all under the agency CTDENM. 

Featured image: Heejin poses for her agency photo under Modhaus. Credit/Twitter: ARTMS Project

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