Recently in Japan, with the birth of NiziU, K-POP has been attracting even more attention.

There are many idols currently active, but each of their agencies has their own characteristics.

So this time,15 Korean entertainment agenciesPick up theAffiliated idols and characteristicsI would like to introduce you to!  

 

Korean entertainment agency

 

If we include major and small-sized entertainment agencies such as the famous entertainment agencies SM, YG, and JYP,More than 30 companiesalso exists.

This time, we would like to introduce the following 15 entertainment agencies to which popular idols belong.

 

What are the characteristics of each Korean entertainment agency?

 

What are the characteristics of each Korean entertainment agency?

I would like to explain the characteristics of 15 famous entertainment agencies.

 

1. SM Entertainment

 

 

The most popular in the KPOP world isSM EntertainmentIt is.

The affiliated idols areTVXQ, Girls' Generation, RedVelvet, NCT, SUPERJUNIOR, SHINee, EXO, f(x), SuperM, BoAThese are all super popular idols.

SM isvisually orientedorthodox idolIt has many members and is extremely popular all over the world.

 Actively expanding into JapanTVXQ, Girls' Generation, SUPERJUNIOR, SHINee, EXO, etc. were active in Japan from an early stage.

Recently, Japanese members have joined NCT, and it seems that they are expanding further globally.

Due to the popularity of SM, it is difficult to become a trainee.Tens of thousands of people audition each year, but only a few dozen pass.It seems that it is.

Also, the artists who belong to SM are close friends beyond the group.The SM family is characterized by a family-like atmosphere.

Features of SM

• It's difficult to become a trainee
• There is a strong tendency to emphasize visuals, but the performance level is also high.
• SM Global Auditions are held regularly in over 10 countries around the world.
• There is a team called "SM Rookies" made up of trainees before their debut.

 

SM Entertainment official website

 

2. JYP Entertainment

 

The second most popular after SM isJYP EntertainmentIt is.

Through the "Niji Project" that NiziU was recently born with,In Japan, the presidentJ.Y.Park has become known.

The affiliated idols areTWICE, ITZY, NiziU, GOT7, Stray Kids And so on.

TWICE, NiziU, etc.It is also famous for having many Japanese members.

 

J.Y.Park, who is still active as a singer,Another feature is that we value the humanity and star quality of each artist.

In the past2PMThe group has produced many famous idols and has produced many hit songs.

It seems that JYP can be expected to continue to perform even better in the future.

Characteristics of JYP

• Artists are multinational and focus on globalization.
• We value “truth, honesty, and humility” and emphasize star quality.
• J.Y.Park is still active as a singer

 

JYP Entertainment official website

 

3. YG Entertainment

 

The next popular Korean entertainment agency isYG EntertainmentIt is.

 

Speaking of YG, they represent Korean hip-hop.BLACKPINK, BIGBANG, WINNER, iKON, TRESUREetc. belong to.

 The members themselves often write and compose the lyrics,It is characterized by many highly charismatic artists.

There are many unique members, and BIGBANG's G-DRAGON is a fashion leader that many people admire.

Recently, Japanese members made their debut in TRESURE, and we can expect further global expansion in the future.

Characteristics of YG

• hip hop representative
• Emphasis is placed on individuality and charisma such as singing and dancing rather than physical appearance.
• New song releases are slow, but always high quality performances

 

YG Entertainment official website

 

4. BIGHIT Entertainment

 

Next,A major agency along with the three major entertainment agencies (SM/JYP/YG)BIGHITIt is.

world-famous starBTS, Tomorrow X Togetheretc. belong to。 

BTS is a KPOP star that everyone knows.She is always number 1 in the idol popularity rankings.

It has gained overwhelming popularity due to its high level performance.

Currently, only male groups are affiliated with idol groups.BIGHITJapan is planning to hold an audition limited to women living in Japan!

Expectations are high that a female idol will be born from BIGHIT!

Features of BIGHIT

• The world-famous group BTS belongs to it.
• A major agency along with the three major entertainment agencies (SM, JYP, YG)
• There are many artists who are able to write and compose their own songs based on their ability.

 

BIGHIT Entertainment official website

5. WOOLLIM Entertainment

 

The next entertainment agency is loloollim entertainmentIt is.

The affiliated idols areGolden Child, Rocket Punch, LOVELYZ, INFINITE, DRIPPIMAnd so on.

 

woollim artists areStrong musician mindsetIt is said.

 

Also,Cal group dance(a dance in which all members move in unison) is famous.It has a reputation for its unified performance.

Former AKB48 member Takahashi Akari is also a member of Rocket Punch.

Features of woollim

• Strong musician mindset
• Kalu group dance is characteristic
• Former AKB48 member Takahashi Juri belongs to RocketPunch

 

woollim Entertainment official website

6. CUBE Entertainment

 

Next, it was founded by former JYP CEO Hong Seung Sung.CUBE EntertainmentIt is.

PENTAGON, BTOB, (G)I-DOL, CLCetc. belong to.

It seems that both visuals and ability are important.

 Recently, it has become a hot topic that PENTAGON's Hui provided music to JO1.The artist is so talented that he can write and compose his own songs.It is.

Features of CUBE

• Emphasis on both visual and ability
• There are many unique artists such as dancers and singers.
• Artists can write and compose lyrics with confidence.

 

 

CUBE Entertainment official website 

7. STARSHIP Entertainment

 

The next entertainment agency is STARSHIP Entertainment.

The affiliated idols areMONSTER X, Space Girl, CRAVITYAnd so on. 

 

Although we are a small to medium-sized entertainment agency, we produce big-name idols.We have talented artists such as:

IZ*ONE's Wonyoung is also a member.

Features of STARSHIP

• Although we are a small to medium-sized entertainment agency, we have produced big-name idols.
• MONSTER

 

 

STARSHIP Entertainment official website

 

8. WM Entertainment

 

 

The next talent agencyWM EntertainmentIt is.

The affiliated idols areB1A4, OH MY GIRL, ONFAnd so on.

 

The agency does not treat idols as “products”;We value each individual as a “person”That's right.

We produce music of various genres,The members receive thorough training so that they can write and compose songs with confidence.It is characterized by

Features of WM

• various genres of music
• Thorough training so that members can write and compose their own songs
• The agency values each idol individually.

 

W.M. Entertainment official website

 

9. FNC Entertainment

 

Next isFNC EntertainmentIt is.

The affiliated idols areFTISLAND、SF9、Cherry Bullet、CNBLUE, AOA, P1Harmony(Scheduled to debut in 2020)And so on.

FNC is characterized by producing many band-type groups.

 

At the audition,People who can clearly express their own characterIt seems that it is easy to accept.

Features of FNC

• It has produced many band-type groups.
• Many artists are singer-songwriters
• People who can clearly highlight their own character are more likely to be selected.

 

 

FNC Entertainment official website

10. PREDIS Entertainment

 

PLEDISEntertainmentwas founded by Han Sung-soo, who was a manager at SM.

The affiliated idols areSEVENTEEN, NU’ESTAnd so on. 

Do you value appearance?It is characterized by having many visual members.

Also,Many foreign membersIt is also a feature.

 

Jun & Minghao(SEVENTEEN)china、Joshua &vernon(SEVENTEEN)america、Becca (AFTERSCHOOL) isHawaiiI'm from

Features of PREDIS

• It is also a hot topic because the trainees of the agency debuted as I.O.I and Wanna One.
• Many visual members
• Many foreign members

 

PREDIS Entertainment official website

 

11. RBW Entertainment

 

The next talent agencyRBWIt is.

The affiliated idols areMAMAMOO, ONEUS, ONEWE, VROMAN, PURPLE KISS (scheduled to debut in the second half of 2020)And so on.

 

Emphasis on ability rather than looks or ageFollowing the trend, MAMAMOO's Solar became a trainee at the age of 21.

 

Also,Good at promotion strategiesThat seems to be a feature.

 

We currently have local subsidiaries in Japan and Vietnam and are focusing on global expansion.

Features of RBW

• Focus on rapid global expansion
• Full of talented artists
• Skilled in promotion and strategy
• Emphasis on ability rather than looks or age

 

RBW Entertainment official website

 

12. TOP MEDIA

 

The next entertainment office isTOP MEDIAIt is.

The affiliated idols areTEENTOP, 100%, UP10TION, MCNDAnd so on.

CurrentlyKorean male members onlyI belong to

The group size is about 4 to 6 people, which is small compared to other groups.

Five idols who debuted in 2020MCNDDue to its powerful performance and high ability,This is one of the male idol groups that is currently attracting attention.

Features of TOP Media

• Only Korean male members belong
• Groups are relatively small, about 4 to 6 people.

 

TOP Media official website

 

13. EDAM Entertainment

 

Next up is the national singer.IUof the exclusive office ofEDAMIt is.

IU's manager Bae Jeong-han, who has been with her since her debut in 2008,Established as an exclusive agency for IU.

You can feel the strong relationship of trust between IU and Jeonghan.

 

The company name "EDAM" is "MADE" arranged backwards.Let’s “MADE” the “next” (Idam 다음/이담) that overturns common ideas and transcends the times.” is included in the meaning.

Features of EDAM

• An exclusive agency established by Bae Jeong Han, IU's manager for 12 years.
• Transferred with staff from IU's former agency (KakaoM)

 

 

EDAM Entertainment official website

 

14. DSP Media

 

The next talent agencyDSP mediaIt is.

The affiliated idols areKARD, APRIL, Son Dong PyoAnd so on.

It sparked a KPOP boom in Japan.It is also famous for producing KARA.

KARD is rare among idol groups.Mixed group of 2 men and 2 womenSo,It is gaining popularity in America and Europe.

gaining popularity recentlyFormer X1 DongpyoI also belong to

It is characterized by excellent casting power. 

Features of DSP

• Excellent casting ability
• KARD is a mixed group, which is rare among idol groups.
• Famous for producing KARA

DSP Media official website

 

15. OFF THE RECORD Entertainment

 

 

The last entertainment agency I would like to introduce isOFF THE RECORDIt is.

Born from "Idol School"fromis_9, born from "PRODUCE101"IZ*ONEbelongs to.

 

IZ*ONE is among the current female idols.one of the most popular groupsIt is.

It is also famous for having HKT and AKB members (Sakura Miyawaki, Hitomi Honda, Nako Yabuki).

 

fromis_9 is a nine-member female idol group.It seems to be popular among AKB fans as it has a Japanese idol-like concept.

Features of OFF THE RECORD

• Actively expanding into Japan, including Japanese members
• Established with the meaning of "Taking on new challenges never seen before"
• Groups formed through audition programs are enrolled.

  

 

Summary

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