The participation of BTS in a Michael Jackson tribute album has turned out to be untrue.
On the 5th, the agency Big Hit Music officially stated on BTS's official social media, "Reports that BTS participated in a Michael Jackson tribute album are not true."
"The notice titled 'Guidance regarding BTS's participation in the Michael Jackson tribute album' contains the message, 'There are inaccuracies in the recent reports regarding BTS's participation in the Michael Jackson tribute album' and states, 'BTS has not visited the Grouse Lodge studio in Ireland or recorded there, and the reports of their participation in the Michael Jackson tribute album are also untrue.'
In connection with this, Big Hit Music noted, "We are continuing to address the spread of inaccurate information," adding, "We sincerely thank the fans who always cherish and support BTS. We will do our best to support our artists' activities going forward."
Earlier, various online communities and social media were buzzing with posts stating that BTS would participate in the Michael Jackson tribute album. As a result, on the morning of the 4th, the keyword "Michael Jackson x BTS" trended on X (formerly Twitter), drawing attention from both domestic and global fans.
The controversy started when the Michael Jackson fan community MJ Vibe announced that BTS would participate in a tribute album project consisting of unreleased songs by the King of Pop. According to the report, BTS was described as already having completed recording, making their participation seem like a fact.
However, this was not true. In response, Big Hit Music released the notice in both Korean and English to prevent confusion among fans.
BTS is currently preparing for a full-group comeback after all members completed their military service and were discharged. Prior to this, BTS's live album 'PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE - LIVE,' released last month, entered the Billboard 200 chart at No. 10, showcasing its enduring popularity.
Below is the full official statement from Big Hit Music regarding the rumors of BTS's participation in the Michael Jackson tribute album.
Hello.
This is Big Hit Music.
We would like to address the inaccuracies in the recent reports regarding 'BTS's participation in the Michael Jackson tribute album.'
BTS has not visited the Grouse Lodge studio in Ireland or recorded there, and the reports of their participation in the Michael Jackson tribute album are also not true.
We are continuing to address the spread of inaccurate information.
We sincerely thank the fans who always cherish and support BTS.
We will do our best to support our artists' activities in the future.
Thank you.
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