Brand New Music has confirmed that AB6IX leader Youngmin has decided to leave the group.
On June 8, the boy group AB6IX’ agency posted the following official statement:
"Hello, this is Brand New Music.
First of all, we express sincere gratitude to the many fans who give love to AB6IX.
After thorough discussion with AB6IX member Lim Young Min, Lim Young Min’s departure from AB6IX was decided today with respect for his wish to no longer cause harm to the group.
We apologize for causing concern to many fans with the sudden news. In addition, we express our deep apologies to the many people involved in these album promotions due to the team’s situation.
As announced previously, AB6IX will continue promotions reorganized as a four-member group, and we will contribute even further effort to support AB6IX for their future.
Lastly, we once again sincerely apologize for having to share disappointing news to the fans who always support and cherish AB6IX, and we will put in our full effort for them to return with more mature music and performances.
We ask for unchanging love and interest for the four members of AB6IX who are working hard on preparing for their comeback even through the difficult situation.
Thank you".
Previously, the label admitted that AB6IX's leader Lim Young Min was recently stopped and charged for driving under the influence, and as a result, his driver's license has been temporarily revoked. The agency then announced that Young Min will be halting his activities due to what happened, while Young Min posted a letter of apology for what he did.
Brand New Music has confirmed that AB6IX will continue as four members, and that they will do their best to continue supporting the group's future.
The boy group’s new album release with title track ‘VIVID’, originally scheduled for June 8, has now been postponed to June 29, 2020.
