Source Music, the agency behind LE SSERAFIM, is on the hunt for new talent with a global audition!

Starting September 9, Source Music will kick off the "2024 SOURCE MUSIC GLOBAL AUDITION" to find members for their next girl group. If you’re a female born after 2006, you’re eligible to apply. The audition is open to those with skills in singing, rapping, dancing, or other talents like playing instruments, acting, or composing.

Applications will be accepted on the official website from September 9 to September 22. If you pass the initial round, you’ll be invited to in-person auditions happening from October 5 to November 4 in 15 cities around the world.

These cities include Seoul, Auckland, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, Bangkok, Toronto, Vancouver, Tokyo, Sapporo, Fukuoka, Osaka, Singapore, and Petaling Jaya.

Successful candidates will get the chance to sign a trainee contract with Source Music. For more details, check out the Source Music audition website.

Source Music is currently home to LE SSERAFIM, which includes Kim Chaewon, Sakura, Huh Yunjin, Kazuha, and Hong Eunchae. The group recently released their 4th mini-album CRAZY on August 30 and is actively promoting.

LE SSERAFIM will also be performing at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards (MTV VMA) Pre-Show on September 11 at 6:30 PM (KST, September 12 at 7:30 AM) at the UBS Arena in New York. Their performance at this Pre-Show highlights their growing global presence.

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Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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