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The Star
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
G-Dragon, YG chief probed over alleged copyright infringement
G-Dragon (pic) of Big Bang and Yang Hyun-suk, the head of K-pop powerhouse YG Entertainment, are being probed over alleged violation of copyright law, officials said Wednesday. "Police have launched an investigation into the two after receiving a complaint in November from a composer who claimed that the singer and Yang had illegally copied the composer's song," an official at Seoul's Mapo Police Station told The Korea Herald. Police have twice raided YG Entertainment's headquarters in Seoul's Mapo-gu and have questioned those involved in the case, the official added. The official declined to comment further on the issue, saying that the case is "ongoing." The composer claimed that YG Entertainment had illegally copied G-Dragon, the song he made, and later produced and released it as part of G-Dragon's live solo concert album Shine A Light in 2010 without authorisation, according to local reports. Producing and distributing albums without the permission of the person who made the music violates Article 136 of the Copyright Act. The song was registered with the Korea Music Copyright Association in 2001, with the individual listed as the composer and arranger. A senior official at YG Entertainment told The Korea Herald that the case does not violate the copyright law. "The artiste (G-Dragon) included two different songs during his solo concert in 2009 that happened to have the same title on the setlist, so this is not a case of copyright infringement," the official explained, declining to provide further information on the ongoing investigation. An official at Galaxy Corporation, G-Dragon's agency, also echoed the same remarks, declining to comment further on the issue. – The Korea Herald/Asia News Network
Straits Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
YG chief, G-Dragon probed over alleged copyright infringement
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox The composer claimed that YG Entertainment had released the song he made as part of G-Dragon's live solo concert album 'Shine a Light' in 2010 without authorisation. SEOUL - G-Dragon of Big Bang and Yang Hyun-suk, the head of K-pop powerhouse YG Entertainment, are being probed over alleged violation of copyright law, officials said on Aug 13. 'Police have launched an investigation into the two after receiving a complaint in November from a composer who claimed that the singer and Yang had illegally copied the composer's song,' an official at Seoul's Mapo Police Station told The Korea Herald. Police have twice raided YG Entertainment's headquarters in Seoul's Mapo-gu and have questioned those involved in the case, the official added. The official declined to comment further on the issue, saying that the case is 'ongoing'. The composer claimed that YG Entertainment had illegally copied 'G-Dragon', the song he made, and later produced and released it as part of G-Dragon's live solo concert album 'Shine a Light' in 2010 without authorisation, according to local reports. Producing and distributing albums without the permission of the person who made the music violates Article 136 of the Copyright Act. The song was registered with the Korea Music Copyright Association in 2001, with the individual listed as the composer and arranger. A senior official at YG Entertainment told The Korea Herald that the case does not violate the copyright law. 'The artist (G-Dragon) included two different songs during his solo concert in 2009 that happened to have the same title on the setlist, so this is not a case of copyright infringement,' the official explained, declining to provide further information on the ongoing investigation. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Asia India, Singapore ministers discuss deeper tie-ups in digitalisation, skills, industrial parks Business More seniors remain employed after retirement and re-employment ages raised in 2022: MOM study Singapore askST: Will assets seized in $3b money laundering case be sold at public auctions? Singapore To Vers or not to Vers: How will this scheme affect HDB prices? Asia Malaysia's ex-economy minister says his son was jabbed with syringe in planned attack Business StarHub first-half profit falls 41.7% to $47.9m; telco eyes 'more aggressive stance' amid competition Business CapitaLand Investment first-half profit falls 13.3%, appoints new CEO of private funds Life Taylor Swift's new album, The Life of a Showgirl, will release on Oct 3 An official at Galaxy Corporation, G-Dragon's agency, also echoed the same remarks, declining to comment further on the issue. THE KOREA HERALD/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did G-Dragon rip off another composer for his hit 2010 song? K-pop star's former agency YG breaks silence amid police raid
Police Launch Formal Investigation Senior Executives Included in Complaint Agency Denies Allegations A Career Shadowed by Past Scandal Reinvention and Return to Music South Korean music star G-Dragon, a member of the globally renowned boy band BigBang, has once again found himself at the center of public scrutiny—this time over allegations of music plagiarism. As reported by The Korea Times, both G-Dragon and Yang Hyun-suk, the executive producer and founder of YG Entertainment, are under official investigation for allegedly copying a composition without to authorities at the Seoul Mapo Police Station, the inquiry began in November 2024 when a composer—publicly identified only as 'Mr. A'—filed a legal complaint. The composer claims that his original track, titled G-Dragon, was used without his consent, altered, and released under a different title. Police have since conducted two separate raids on YG Entertainment's headquarters in Seoul and questioned several individuals connected to the disputed track allegedly dates back more than 15 years. Mr. A asserts that YG Entertainment modified his song, merged it with other music, and released it under the name My Age is 13 on G-Dragon's 2010 live album Shine a Light. The song was reportedly combined with elements from three other tracks—Storm, Hip Hop Gentlemen, and G-Dragon—creating a 4-minute, 15-second medley listed as the album's fifth confirmed that the complaint does not only name G-Dragon and Yang Hyun-suk but also includes YG Entertainment's current CEO, Yang Min-suk—Yang Hyun-suk's younger brother—and Choi Sung-jun, head of YG Plus, a YG subsidiary. Authorities have declined to reveal further details about evidence or testimonies, citing the ongoing nature of the response, YG Entertainment—home to top K-pop acts such as BLACKPINK and BABYMONSTER—has firmly rejected the accusations. A company representative stated that the issue stems from a misunderstanding, claiming the confusion arose due to two unrelated songs sharing the same title during preparations for G-Dragon's 2009 solo concert. They emphasized that there was no unauthorized use of Mr. A's latest dispute emerges not long after G-Dragon made significant efforts to rebuild his public image following a high-profile drug investigation that threatened his career. In 2023, the singer was questioned as part of a wider police crackdown on illegal substances, which also involved late Parasite actor Lee Sun-kyun. Police later confirmed the two cases were the drug probe, G-Dragon repeatedly denied wrongdoing and voluntarily provided urine, hair, and nail samples for testing—all of which returned negative results. On December 19, 2023, the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency closed the case without filing parting ways with YG Entertainment, G-Dragon signed with Galaxy Corporation and publicly pledged to combat drug abuse, even announcing the creation of a dedicated foundation. He has since released a new album and embarked on a world tour, marking a renewed chapter in his career despite the fresh plagiarism you'd like, I can also prepare a timeline chart of events from the plagiarism complaint to the current investigation for better clarity. That would help visually map the case's progression.
Korea Herald
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
YG chief, G-Dragon probed over alleged copyright infringement
YG says the issue stemmed from two different songs with same title being included on G-Dragon's concert setlist in 2009 G-Dragon of Big Bang and Yang Hyun-suk, the head of K-pop powerhouse YG Entertainment, are being probed over alleged violation of copyright law, officials said Wednesday. "Police have launched an investigation into the two after receiving a complaint in November last year from a composer who claimed that the singer and Yang had illegally copied the composer's song," an official at Seoul's Mapo Police Station told The Korea Herald. Police have twice raided YG Entertainment's headquarters in Seoul's Mapo-gu and have questioned those involved in the case, the official added. The official declined to comment further on the issue, saying that the case is "ongoing." The individual reportedly claimed that YG Entertainment had illegally copied the song he made and later produced and released it as part of G-Dragon's album without authorization, in violation of the copyright law, according to local reports. Producing and distributing albums without the permission of the person who made the music violates Article 136 of the Copyright Act. A senior official at YG Entertainment told The Korea Herald that the case does not violate the copyright law. "The artist (G-Dragon) included two different songs during his solo concert in 2009 that happened to have the same title on the setlist, so this is not a case of copyright infringement," the official explained, declining to provide further information on the ongoing investigation. An official at Galaxy Corporation, G-Dragon's agency, also echoed the same remarks, declining to comment further on the issue.
Time of India
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Feel the Heartbeat: Treasure's 'Love Pulse' EP is Here to Energize!
Treasure Why 'Love Pulse' is the Comeback We've Been Waiting For K-pop fans, get excited! Treasure, the powerhouse boy band, is set to release their third EP "Love Pulse" on September 1. The agency promises it'll immerse you in a world of "hot energy and unique emotions"-think tracks that make your heart race like a surprise plot twist in your favorite drama. Treasure debuted in 2020 as a 12-member group from "YG Treasure Box," but now rocks as 10 members after some changes in 2022. This EP follows "Reboot" (2023), digital singles, and "Pleasure" this year. Fans were frustrated with the breaks, but YG's Yang Hyun-suk vowed more action-and it's happening! Diving into the 'Love Pulse' Energy "Love Pulse" hints at evolved sounds blending high-energy beats with deep feels. YG is lining up events for closer fan interactions, like meet-and-greets or lives. On the stats: "Reboot" sold over 1 million copies worldwide, per Hanteo Chart- that's huge global appeal. Tour Buzz and Keeping the Vibe Alive The "Pulse On" tour starts with Seoul shows, then hits Japan and Asia. It's set to showcase their live charisma, building on past hits like "The Second Step: Chapter Two." If K-pop were a game, Treasure's turning comebacks into wins- this EP could be your new playlist obsession!
