On July 8, 2026, BIGHIT MUSIC officially announced that powerhouse vocalist Lee Hyun has renewed his exclusive contract with the agency.
This marks the continuation of an extraordinary 19-year relationship, solidifying Lee Hyun’s status as the company’s longest-tenured active artist.
Agency and Artist Statements
Both the label and the singer expressed deep mutual respect and gratitude for their decades-long journey together:
BIGHIT MUSIC Statement:
“We are deeply grateful to Lee Hyun, who has built a foundation of strong trust with us over the past 19 years since the agency’s founding days.
It is deeply meaningful to continue our partnership with an artist who has walked alongside the company through its entire growth.
We will continue to give our unsparing support so that Lee Hyun can showcase his wide array of musical talents across diverse fields.”
Lee Hyun’s Statement:
“BIGHIT MUSIC is like my musical hometown and my most reliable partner.
Based on the deep trust we have built over such a long period, I am excited to continue my journey here.
I will strive to greet my fans with even better music and more active promotions moving forward.”
A Legacy Across Decades and Musical Personas
Lee Hyun’s career with BIGHIT MUSIC began in 2007 when he debuted as the leader and main vocalist of the iconic co-ed vocal group 8eight.
Under the production of Bang Si-hyuk, the group delivered timeless ballad hits such as “Without a Heart” and “Goodbye My Love.”
Later in 2010, Lee Hyun teamed up with 2AM’s Lee Changmin to form the vocal duo Homme, producing massive chart-topping hits including “I Was Able to Eat Well.”
As a solo artist, he established himself as a premier soundtrack and ballad singer with hit tracks like “You Are the Best of My Life.”
Most recently in 2023, he expanded his artistic range by debuting under the alter-ego MIDNATT, introducing innovative multi-lingual audio tech projects like “Masquerade.”
This latest contract extension underscores Lee Hyun’s foundational role within HYBE/BIGHIT MUSIC as he prepares for his next chapter of musical releases.
