Singer Lim Kim (LIM KIM, Kim Ye-rim) delivered good news.
On the 13th, Universal Music announced the news of Lim Kim's exclusive contract. Calvin Wong, CEO of Universal Music Group for Southeast Asia and Korea, noted, "Lim Kim's unique vocals and creativity have always provided fresh inspiration and emotion to the music scene. It is genuinely an honor to work with such an artist, and we look forward to the synergy we will create with Universal Music going forward."
The new profile photo released along with the exclusive contract news also caught attention. In the image taken by world-renowned Japanese photographer Takashi Homma, Lim Kim showed a different atmosphere from before, enhancing her mysterious expression and stylish charm, raising expectations for her future activities.
Previously, Lim Kim gained recognition by reaching the TOP 3 as part of the mixed duo Toyo Geul during Mnet's 'Superstar K3' in 2011. In 2013, she solidified her position as an artist by reaching No. 1 on local music charts with her solo EP 'A Voice' title track 'All Right,' and winning rookie awards at the 28th Golden Disc Awards, the 2013 Melon Music Awards, and the 3rd Gaon Chart K-POP Awards. In 2019, she announced her single 'SAL-KI' under the name Lim Kim (LIM KIM), successfully transforming her music and visual style. The following EP 'GENERASIAN,' based on electronic and hip-hop sounds, expressed the identity of Tongyang women in her own unique color, achieving the remarkable feat of winning in the 'Dance & Electronic Album' and 'Song' categories at the 17th Korean Music Awards.
Lim Kim's music also revealed a strong presence in the dance scene. In 2023, Mnet's 'Street Woman Fighter 2' used 'YELLOW' and 'YO-SOUL' from her 'GENERASIAN' album as main mission songs, creating a sensation. In 2024, her single 'Gung (ULT)' featured choreography by 1MILLION Dance Studio, once again proving Lim Kim's charm that encompasses both music and performance.
Not only in music but also in the fashion industry, Lim Kim's activities have drawn attention. After being selected as the model for 'HERA' cosmetics in 2021, she showcased her distinctive charm in various magazine photo shoots, including 'Cosmopolitan' and 'Singles'. Additionally, she has been actively collaborating with both domestic and international renowned brands, participating in events such as 'Samsung BESPOKE' in 2022, 'DIOR' in 2023, and 'WOOALONG' in 2024, expanding her activities.
With this exclusive contract, Lim Kim, who is set to showcase diverse music, expressed her excitement, saying, "I am thrilled to start a new chapter with Universal Music. I will share deep music slowly in my own way."
Meanwhile, Universal Music has a diverse lineup of artists across various genres, including DEAN, HEYOON, Okasian, and Bryan Chase, and is expected to present a richer musical world with Lim Kim's addition.
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