Music label Universal Music Korea aims for both local and international achievements with the addition of artist Lim Kim to its roster.
South Korean singer-songwriter Lim Kim has joined forces with Universal Music Group Southeast Asia and Korea, marking a significant milestone in her career. Calvin Wong, the CEO of the company and SVP of Asia, expressed his excitement about collaborating with Lim Kim on her future artistic journey, both in Korea and beyond.
Lim Kim, known for her unique voice, genre-defying sound, and bold visual identity, debuted in 2011 as a member of the duo group Togeworl through the talent show Superstar K3. In 2013, she launched her solo career with the EP A Voice, whose title track "All Right" topped the charts and earned her multiple Rookie of the Year awards.
Throughout her career, Lim Kim has established herself as a versatile presence in Korea's music, fashion, and cultural scenes. She has served as the face of beauty brand Hera and has worked extensively with the 1Million Dance Studio, whose choreography can be seen in her tracks "Yellow," "Yo-Soul," and the latest single "ULT." This collaboration extended into 2024 with 1Million choreographing for "ULT."
In 2019, Lim Kim released the single "sal-Ki" and an EP, Generasian. The EP won Best Dance & Electronic Album and Best Song at the 17th Korean Music Awards.
With her signing to Universal Music Korea, Lim Kim joins a roster that includes Dean, Heyoon, Okasian, and Bryan Chase. Her artistic journey continues, and the company has expressed enthusiasm to support her next chapter, signaling upcoming projects likely to expand her genre-bending sound and creative presence. Specific new releases or projects post-signing have not yet been detailed in the available sources.
As Lim Kim continues to push boundaries and innovate in the world of music and fashion, there's no doubt that her future is bright.
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Lim Kim's unique sound and bold visual identity, a blend of various genres, has made her a versatile figure in South Korea's music scene. With Universal Music Group Southeast Asia and Korea, she plans to venture further into the world of entertainment, showcasing her talent in music and beyond. The collaboration promises an expansion of her genre-bending sound and creative presence, offering an exciting new chapter for fans to enjoy.
