BAE173’s Muzin, Junseo, and Youngseo Find a New Home: Trio to Debut as Fresh Group Under Orca Music

Just weeks after parting ways with their old agency, three former BAE173 members are already gearing up for their next chapter. Muzin, Junseo, and Youngseo have officially signed exclusive contracts with Orca Music, and they’re set to debut together as a brand-new group.

A Quick Turnaround After Leaving PocketDol

The announcement came on September 4, when Orca Music confirmed the signings, stating it had built confidence in the trio’s future direction through extensive discussions and pledged full support for their long-term growth as artists. The move comes just over two months after Muzin, Junseo, Youngseo, and two other BAE173 bandmates saw their contracts expire with PocketDol Studio, the agency behind BAE173, on June 30.

What’s Next for the Trio

According to Orca Music, the three members will unveil their new team name in mid-September before diving into album production — one that’s expected to showcase more developed musical and performance skills than their earlier work.

A Busy Few Months of Agency Shuffles

This signing is part of a larger reshuffle within BAE173’s lineup. Bandmate Hangyul had already made the jump to Orca Music back in August, shortly after his own decade-long contract with PocketDol ended in February. With Muzin, Junseo, and Youngseo now following suit, questions are naturally swirling about whether more of the group’s members could eventually reunite under the same label.

Why This Matters for Fans

Idol contract expirations often lead to quiet exits from the industry, so seeing three members immediately pivot into a fresh group — rather than pursuing solo paths or stepping away entirely — signals real intent to keep building their careers together. Orca Music’s emphasis on “global success” in its statement also hints at ambitions beyond the domestic market for this new lineup.

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