After months of speculation about where they’d land as a full unit, THE BOYZ finally have their answer. On September 14, it was confirmed that all nine members — Sangyeon, Jacob, Younghoon, Hyunjae, Juyeon, Kevin, Q, Sunwoo, and Eric — have officially signed with 78 RECORDS to handle the group’s collective activities going forward.
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A Label Built by People Who Already Know Them
What makes this deal stand out isn’t just the signing itself, but who’s behind it. 78 RECORDS was founded by industry professionals previously with companies like Kakao Entertainment, and notably, its co-CEOs have been connected to THE BOYZ since their debut. The label confirmed it will exclusively manage the group’s collective schedule and pledged full support so the members’ creative direction can come through clearly, while also expressing deep respect for THE B — THE BOYZ’s dedicated fan club — who have stayed loyal throughout the group’s journey.
That continuity, rather than a fresh start with unfamiliar management, appears to be the core selling point of this new chapter.
THE BOYZ : Meet the Nine Members
Each member of THE BOYZ brings something distinct to the group, and this new chapter under 78 RECORDS covers all of them collectively while their individual careers continue elsewhere.
Sangyeon serves as the group’s leader, known for his steady vocals and a natural ability to hold the team together through years of comebacks and tours. Jacob, one of the group’s main vocalists, brings a smooth, emotionally rich tone that’s become a signature part of THE BOYZ’s ballad tracks. Younghoon, recognized for his visuals and vocal talent, has been steadily building an acting career alongside his idol work, currently appearing in the drama “Love Revolution.”
Hyunjae has similarly branched into acting under the name Lee Jae Hyun, balancing group promotions with a growing filmography. Juyeon, another member pursuing acting more seriously, has taken on dramatic roles that showcase a different side of his artistry beyond the group’s high-energy performances. Kevin, known for his charisma and songwriting contributions, has played a hand in shaping some of the group’s more personal, self-produced material.
Q, the group’s main dancer, is recognized for sharp, technically demanding choreography that’s become a highlight of THE BOYZ’s live shows. Sunwoo, one of the group’s main vocalists and a skilled dancer, has also stepped into hip-hop collaborations through his individual label deal. Eric, the group’s energetic all-rounder, rounds out the lineup with a strong stage presence that’s helped define THE BOYZ’s performance identity over the years.
How Individual Activities Will Work
While 78 RECORDS takes charge of group promotions, each member’s individual schedule remains tied to the separate agency they signed with earlier this year.
| Member | Role in Group | Individual Agency |
|---|---|---|
| Sangyeon | Leader, Vocalist | Not specified |
| Jacob | Main Vocalist | Not specified |
| Younghoon | Vocalist, Visual | Namoo Actors |
| Hyunjae | Vocalist, Actor | Management SEESUN |
| Juyeon | Vocalist, Actor | ACE FACTORY |
| Kevin | Vocalist, Songwriter | Not specified |
| Q | Main Dancer | PEACHY Company |
| Sunwoo | Main Vocalist, Dancer | AT AREA |
| Eric | All-Rounder | GRID Entertainment |
This dual-track structure — one label for the group, separate agencies for solo pursuits — reflects a growing trend among established K-pop acts navigating life after their original contracts, allowing members creative freedom individually while keeping the group’s core identity intact.
Why This Matters for THE BOYZ’s Future
For a group that debuted years ago and built a passionate global fanbase, staying together as nine members through a transition like this is no small thing. Plenty of groups fracture or scale down membership during agency changes, so confirmation that all nine are moving forward together as a unit is a genuinely reassuring signal for longtime fans.
In the meantime, fans can catch member Younghoon in his drama “Love Revolution,” streaming on Viki.
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FAQs
Q1. Why did THE BOYZ sign with 78 RECORDS instead of staying with their original agency?
While the announcement doesn’t detail every reason behind the move, it highlights that 78 RECORDS’ co-CEOs have been connected to THE BOYZ since their debut, suggesting a level of trust and shared history that made this transition feel like continuity rather than a completely fresh start. This kind of arrangement — where familiar industry figures start a new label specifically to support an existing act — has become increasingly common in K-pop when artists want creative alignment with people who already understand their vision, rather than adapting to an entirely new management philosophy from scratch.
Q2. Will THE BOYZ’s individual members still pursue separate projects under different agencies?
Yes. Even though 78 RECORDS now exclusively manages the group’s collective activities, each member continues working individually through their own separate agency. Younghoon is signed with Namoo Actors for his acting career, Hyunjae works with Management SEESUN under the name Lee Jae Hyun, Juyeon is with ACE FACTORY, Q is with PEACHY Company, Sunwoo signed with hip-hop label AT AREA, and Eric joined GRID Entertainment. This structure allows each member the flexibility to pursue personal projects — such as acting, solo music, or other ventures — without those individual commitments interfering with the group’s unified schedule and identity under 78 RECORDS.
