The Brand New Music agency discussed AB6IX's comeback plans after Lim Young Min left the group.
On Monday (06/08) yesterday AB6IX fans were stirred by news of Lim Young Min being released from the group.
Lim Young Min decided to leave the group after he was previously involved in a drunk driving case and his license was revoked by the police.
Now after announcing the departure of Lim Young Min, Brand New Music gave their explanation regarding AB6IX's comeback plan with the mini album 'VIVID' which had previously had to be postponed.
The agency said, "We would like to make a number of announcements regarding AB6IX's second mini album 'VIVID' scheduled for release on June 29."
"Having previously been scheduled for release on June 8, the new AB6IX album 'VIVID' and all related content productions (physical albums, digital audio, music videos, marketing content, video planning content, banners and additional promotional products, stage costumes, etc.) have reached 100 percent complete. However, with the incident that occurred only a few days before the comeback, we have held discussions internally regarding how to rearrange all the content and productions that we have completed before. "
"It would be great if we could reset everything from beginning to end, but at the moment, we are really short on time. It is true that managing and dealing with everything will be a huge burden on agencies and members. "
"As a result, we want to explain to fans and ask for your understanding of editing for the album we are making, as well as editing that we cannot make."
"The first is digital audio and choreography. At present, we have finished re-recording all six songs after editing the lyrics and redistributing parts among the four members. We only need to do re-mixing and mastering. The edited songs have been sent to all music sites and will be uploaded according to plan on the new release schedule. The completed physical album has also been removed and will be reproduced with the latest version of the songs. "
"For the choreography, the main song and the b-side have been completed for five people. However, we have changed it to the four-person version and are preparing more actively in order to be able to present a perfect appearance. "
"Second is the album component. As stated before, all album components have not only been fully produced, but have even been packaged. However, we have decided that it will be too difficult to completely retake photos, album designs, printing, etc. And will reset the best possible according to the schedule allowed. After removing all physical albums, we are waiting for the production or replacement of components that require reproduction, including photobooks, CDs, covers, posters, photocards, postcards, and AR photocards. However, we want to let you know that the box, 'VIVID' album color, stickers and photo stand will still be used as the original version, because it has been approved by the Korea Music Copyright Association, making re-editing becomes difficult. We ask for understanding from fans that in the next printing, we plan to edit this component entirely. "
"Third is about the music video for the main song 'THE ANSWER'. Since the first teaser video has been released and it will be difficult to arrange schedules with various partners, we have decided that it will be difficult to re-shoot. Under these circumstances, we plan to release an edited version to reduce Lim Young Min's appearance. We ask for understanding from fans. "
"Fourth, although separate from the album, is about fan merchandise for ABNEW fan clubs. Fan merchandise and all of its components are now 90 percent complete. However, we decided to redesign and reprint. If we need to make another announcement regarding the production process, we will make another statement. "
"In addition, we plan to reproduce both internal and external video and promotional content related to the album by deleting, re-recording and re-editing."
"Finally, we apologize if there are unavoidable points where we need to ask fans for understanding. Just as you understand and support us, we promise to return with good music and content. "
"Please give a lot of support and attention to AB6IX in the future because they will start again with four members. Thank you, "the agency closed. (www.kpopchart.net)