Jin Hae-sung signs with TM E Group, drops 'Sarang Bit' on Oct. 16 amid legal warning over online slander
Singer Jin Hae-sung signed with TM E Group and drops new single 'Sarang Bit' (Love Light) on October 16. The agency is also cracking down on online defamation.
New label, new single — Oct. 16 on the calendar
Jin Hae-sung inked an exclusive contract with TM E Group (CEO An Seok-jun) on October 7. His debut under the new label arrives October 16: Sarang Bit (사랑 빛 / Love Light).
The single taps into his deep, emotive vocal tone while pushing his sound in fresh directions. He'll connect with fans through broadcasts, performances, events, and content after release.
TM E Group said: "We will provide full support so he can demonstrate his capabilities on more diverse stages. We ask that many people watch Jin Hae-sung's new beginning with warm eyes."
Agency puts online slanderers on notice
The same announcement included a firm response policy. TM E Group flagged what it calls a pattern of groundless false information and malicious defamation spreading online about Jin Hae-sung.
The line is clear: constructive criticism is fine. "Damaging a specific artist's reputation without confirming facts, spreading unconfirmed content as if it were true, and repeatedly engaging in malicious slander are clearly different matters."
TM E Group is already collecting posts, comments, accounts, and related materials. If it continues, legal action follows without leniency—even for anonymous accounts.
The dual announcement signals the agency sees reputation management as a day-one priority.
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