SM Entertainment’s first UK boy group dearALICE is set to make a global debut through a partnership with a world-renowned music label. On the 27th, it was announced that SM Entertainment and Kakao Entertainment’s North American joint venture have formed a strategic partnership with the US-based gamma. to support dearALICE’s global debut. As the first step in this partnership, dearALICE’s debut single is scheduled for release worldwide by the end of this year.
The partnership agreement was signed during a recent meeting in Los Angeles, attended by SM’s Chief Global Officer Choi JeongMin, Kakao Entertainment’s Co-CEO Jang YoonJung, SM-Kakao Entertainment’s North American joint venture COO Kevin Nishimura, Moon&Back Media co-founder Russ Lindsay, and gamma.’s CEO Larry Jackson along with UK & Europe representative Ben Cook. dearALICE members Blaise Noon, Dexter Greenwood, James Sharp, Oliver Quinn, and Reese Carter were also present, showcasing their anticipation for global music activities.
This partnership will encompass global efforts in producing dearALICE’s debut album, its release and distribution, marketing, and brand partnerships. gamma. plans to contribute to the growth of dearALICE based on its collaboration experience with artists like Usher and Snoop Dogg.
Larry Jackson, CEO of gamma., expressed, “Through the partnership with dearALICE, we have had the opportunity to learn much from Korean music and culture,” adding, “We are pleased to form a creative bond with SM and Kakao Entertainment.” SM’s Co-CEO Jang ChulHyuk stated, “We will work closely with gamma. to help dearALICE grow into influential artists in the global music market.”
The debut process of dearALICE was broadcasted as a six-part TV series ‘Made in Korea: The K-pop Experience’ on the UK BBC One, receiving significant attention. The OST of this TV series topped the UK Official Soundtrack Album Chart in its first week of release, drawing the attention of music fans.
Anticipation is high to see what new impact dearALICE’s global debut will bring. Fans are keenly watching the forthcoming endeavors of dearALICE.
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