Lee Eun-sang Leaves YOUNITE for Solo Career: "Recovered Health, New Challenges"

Lee Eun-sang, a former co-leader of the group YOUNITE, is concluding his activities with the group to embark on a new journey as a solo artist.

His agency, Brand New Music, announced on July 1, "Lee Eun-sang, who had been on a hiatus due to health reasons, has recovered. He will conclude his activities with YOUNITE and begin a new challenge as a solo artist under his original agency, Brand New Music."

Lee debuted in 2019 as a member of the project group X1, formed through the Mnet audition program "Produce X 101," and later launched his solo career in 2020 with his first single, "Beautiful Scar." In 2022, he re-debuted as a member of YOUNITE, leading the team as a co-leader and lead vocalist.

During his time with YOUNITE, Lee consistently demonstrated his musical capabilities by participating in songwriting, composing, and producing, and including his own tracks on the group's albums. However, he temporarily suspended his activities in May of last year due to health issues and has been on a break since then.

Brand New Music explained, "After his health recovered, we held in-depth discussions over a long period regarding future activities with Lee, the members of YOUNITE, and the management team. In the process, we confirmed the musical direction and vision the artist wishes to pursue, and we decided to fully respect his wishes."

The agency added, "This decision was made after careful consideration for the artist's better future and new leap forward. Lee Eun-sang, starting anew as a solo artist, plans to meet fans again with music that captures his own unique color and sensibility. We ask for your continued love and support for the seven members of YOUNITE as they continue their respective paths."

Meanwhile, during his time with X1, Lee won the "Worldwide Fans' Choice" award at the MAMA. He has also pursued an acting career, appearing in the web drama "Part-Time Melo" and the JTBC drama "IDOL: The Coup."



Reported by Kang Kyung-yoon | Produced by SBS Entertainment News
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