NH, YOU IDIOTS(no cut on this one.../annoyed)

[ladybirdcarina]

“Hello this is U-KISS Kibum, or more specifically, an ex-member of U-KISS, Kim Kibum.

After two months of delay, I’ve finally plucked up the courage to write this post.

First off, the agency and I have made an agreement about my exclusive contract on February 2011.

As the agency desired a member replacement, we wrote out a consent document for a contract dissolution, and from that day on, I became a former member of U-KISS.

Contrary to what most of you might be thinking, this is unrelated to my Piro Piro business… nor is it about losing interest in U-KISS.

I always thought importantly of U-KISS more than anyone, and I’m proud to say that not once did my Piro Piro character business impede my schedules with U-KISS..

I always thought of the members as more than family. I’m extremely upset that I have to part with them like this, but it was because of my lacking areas which warranted my former agency to desire a member replacement.

I may be leaving on a one-sided decision, however, I was able to learn a lot and meet many people, as well as the U-KISS members.

My feelings are very mixed up on the thought that the few lines in this message could hurt a lot of people I love.

I will continue my personal activities on broadcast.

Thank you to all the people who supported me wherever I was, and I will meet you once again as an entrepreneur,

Thank you.”

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NH Media issued a press release on February 23rd which read, “We felt infinite happiness during the time we spent together with U-KISS, however, after a long time of worrying, we made this difficult decision because we genuinely felt that the team needed member replacements.”

“With Kim Kibum’s case, we made a mutual agreement to terminate his exclusive contract recently. With Alexander’s case, he may be leaving U-KISS, but after a very long discussion, we decided that he will be remaining with the agency to fulfill his personal, overseas activities.”

“We think very importantly of the time we spent together with the two members, and we’re thankful for the time we sweated together. Even though we have ended his exclusive contract, we hope that we can maintain a good relationship with Kibum, who is still a family member in our hearts. Also, as his former agency, we hope to help him in a variety of ways in the future.”

“Through these happenings, U-KISS will reborn as a more mature and developed team. There will be two new members of U-KISS who will reinforce the group’s comeback next month, and they are currently working hard with the other members. We will be revealing the new members to the fans soon.”

NH Media concluded, “We thank you again for showing interest in U-KISS, and we apologize for causing concerns.”

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Seriously, NH? Because you felt that Kibum wasn't good enough for you, you felt that kicking him out and replacing him was a good idea? I just don't get it...

And to add two members, as well as make Kibum keep quiet about it...

/sighs and shakes head

I thought you were one of the last good companies left...apparently, I was wrong...

CREDIT:Kim Kibum's Twitter(@90kkb),allkpop as well as translators and Newsen

Comments

[naeve14.livejournal.com]

I've been waiting for you to lash on this..... idek what to say anymore T_________T

[reader-a.livejournal.com]

I actually don't know what to say about that.
They clearly are not thinking straight... I agree, I thought they were an okay company too...

[miracleshining.livejournal.com]

Tsk, tsk, NH. Really?

I, like you Ladybird, am highly impressed with Kibum's maturity and level headeness involving this situation. It is bound to attract interest from other recording groups.

It's very sad to think how easily these hard working young men can be picked up and tossed off to the side.

Let's hope for the best for Kibum and also for Xander!

[taiyou-no-ao304.livejournal.com]

I don't understand how they think it's okay to "replace" him, or that the fans will understand...that's just insane. And I'm still in shock about Xander...he's such a sweetheart.

My heart goes out to Kibum, Xander, and the U-Kiss fans.

[ameliorate23.livejournal.com]

I... don't understand. I just, can't see what NH sees. You're bringing rookies in, to make U-KISS more mature and developed. That's, like, an oxymoron. And you're doing this when U-KISS is finally getting some recognition (okay, I actually don't know how much recognition they are or are not getting - but they've definitely been on more music shows, and have been performing later on in the shows, which are generally signs of receiving more recognition).

Carey, I just don't understand.

[jaeslurpy.livejournal.com]

i seriously hate when companies do this type of stuff. adding in new members after the original group has been out for a while or replacing people. it's so annoying. i'm sure the 2 new members will be great but i mean dang. xander and kibum already had a pretty good fanbase with the rest of ukiss and now its just like, 'okay we don't want you anymore so bye'. and then tell the rest of the group 2 of their members are being cut and new kids are being put in. what are you doing kpop omg

[volatileflame.livejournal.com]

i'm at a loss

[princess-narnia.livejournal.com]

I was so shocked when I heard the news yesterday! I think Kibum is being so mature and level headed about it-good for him. I'm not sure what Alexander has said but its such a shame they are making the boys leave. Each boy stands out in his own way and its very fickle of of the company to terminate their contracts.

Even if the new members are good, there is always going to be that weird feeling-esp at the start-because they are replacing 2 well-liked boys. And then there's the matter of them gelling well with the remaining boys.

I don't know what is wrong with some of these agencies nowadays. They exploit these kids any which way. It makes me glad that SS501 moved on to different agencies that appreciated them.

[dooseob4life.livejournal.com]

PSHHH KIBUMS MORE POPULAR THAN NH MEDIA THE ONLY REASON Y WE PROBLY NO ABOUT IS BECUZ OF KIBUM COME ON HES HUYNJOON ILL BRO! AND ABOUT ALXENDER HE WAS THE MOST POPULAR ON TWITTER!