SM C&C Signs 11 ‘Our Ballad’ Stars to Exclusive Contract

SM C&C has officially signed exclusive contracts with 11 semi-finalists from the wildly popular SBS audition program, “Our Ballad.” The announcement came on December 4, 2025, just two days after the show’s final live broadcast, confirming a new beginning for the talented vocalists who captured the nation’s heart.

A New Chapter Under SM C&C

On December 4, 2025, SM C&C revealed that it will now manage the careers of the 11 contestants, promising comprehensive support for their future endeavors in music and various other entertainment fields. The move follows the immense success of “Our Ballad,” which consistently ranked in Netflix Korea’s Top 10 series and garnered over 100 million cumulative views for its online video content. This level of public interest in a new generation of ballad singers highlighted the show’s impact, making the next steps for its contestants highly anticipated. The artists who have signed this exclusive contract include the show’s winner, Lee YeJi, as well as Top 6 finalists Song JiWoo, Lee JiHoon, Cheon BeomSeok, Choi EunBin, and Hong SeungMin. The lineup is completed by fellow semi-finalists Min SuHyeon, Lee JunSeok, Lim JiSung, Jeremy, and Jeong JiWoong.

What the Exclusive Contract Means

This exclusive contract signals a significant investment from SM C&C into the future of these emerging artists. By taking on their management, the agency aims to build upon the momentum generated by the successful audition program. This follows a trend in the industry where agencies scout talent from popular survival shows, as seen with various other global idol audition programs. Fans can now look forward to seeing these new ballad singers develop their careers with the backing of a major entertainment company, with activities expected to span albums, concerts, and broadcast appearances.

‘Our Ballad National Tour Concert’ Announced for 2026

To celebrate their new journey and thank fans for their support, the 11 artists will embark on the ‘Our Ballad National Tour Concert’ in early 2026. This tour will be their first official activity under SM C&C and will bring their beloved performances from the show to a live audience across four major cities. The tour is a direct response to the overwhelming demand from viewers who connected with the singers’ powerful vocals and emotional stories throughout the competition.

Tour Dates and Venues

The national tour is scheduled to kick off in January and run through February 2026, with the following dates confirmed:

• Seongnam: January 10, 2026, at the Seongnam Arts Center Opera House
• Daegu: January 24, 2026, at the EXCO Auditorium
• Seoul: February 7-8, 2026, at the Kyung Hee University Grand Peace Palace
• Busan: February 28, 2026, at the KBS Busan Hall

Ticket sales for the Busan concert are set to begin on December 4, 2025, at 1:00 PM KST through the NOL Ticket platform, with ticketing information for other cities to be announced soon.

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