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Renowned K-pop Producer Shinsadong Tiger Passes Away at 41

Published February 24, 2024 06:38 AM

Courtesy of Warner Music


Lee Ho-yang, professionally known as Shinsadong Tiger, a prominent figure in the K-pop music industry, died on Friday at the age of 41, as confirmed by his agency, AB Entertainment. The news of his demise was shared by the agency on Friday night, with a formal announcement pending further information. 

▲ Shinsadong Tiger / Courtesy of Warner Music
Shinsadong Tiger was discovered lifeless earlier in the day at his recording studio. According to industry sources, an acquaintance found him after unsuccessful attempts to reach him by phone.

The acclaimed music producer had a significant impact on the Korean music scene, contributing to the creation of numerous hits. Some of his notable compositions include 4Minute’s “Hot Issue,” Tiara’s “Roly Poly,” Apink’s “No No No,” Exid’s “Up & Down,” and Momoland’s “Bboom Bboom.” Additionally, Shinsadong Tiger ventured into artist management, launching the K-pop girl group Tri.Be in 2021. Further details surrounding the circumstances of his passing are awaited as investigations continue.

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Blue YIM, yimyoungseo1010@naver.com 

Lee Ho-yang, the Hitmaker Behind Multiple K-pop Chart-Toppers, Found Dead in Recording Studio

Courtesy of Warner Music


Lee Ho-yang, professionally known as Shinsadong Tiger, a prominent figure in the K-pop music industry, died on Friday at the age of 41, as confirmed by his agency, AB Entertainment. The news of his demise was shared by the agency on Friday night, with a formal announcement pending further information. 

▲ Shinsadong Tiger / Courtesy of Warner Music
Shinsadong Tiger was discovered lifeless earlier in the day at his recording studio. According to industry sources, an acquaintance found him after unsuccessful attempts to reach him by phone.

The acclaimed music producer had a significant impact on the Korean music scene, contributing to the creation of numerous hits. Some of his notable compositions include 4Minute’s “Hot Issue,” Tiara’s “Roly Poly,” Apink’s “No No No,” Exid’s “Up & Down,” and Momoland’s “Bboom Bboom.” Additionally, Shinsadong Tiger ventured into artist management, launching the K-pop girl group Tri.Be in 2021. Further details surrounding the circumstances of his passing are awaited as investigations continue.

Sayart

Blue YIM, yimyoungseo1010@naver.com 

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