Former FIFTY FIFTY members Aran, Saena and Sio are making a highly anticipated return as part of a new girl group called ablume.
Sio, Aran and Saena debut as ablume
On October 15, MASSIVE E&C, a label under NS ENM (formerly IOK Company), officially unveiled ablume and launched the group’s social media platforms. This new group includes the three former members of FIFTY FIFTY, who signed with the label in August, marking a new chapter in their career.
The name “ablume” is inspired by the German word for flower (blume), which symbolizes the growth and journey of bloom. According to the group’s Instagram, “ablume” also represents how each member, Aran, Saena and Sio, develops their creative potential, discovering and embracing their unique talents. These individual “colors” blend together to create the diverse and vibrant music that will define the group’s identity.
CEO of MASSIVE E&C, Hwang Choi Han Chohe also expressed enthusiasm for the trio’s new beginning, stating: “As Aran, Saena and Sio come together in this new group, we expect to showcase more diverse aspects of their talents. We are committed to providing ablume with the opportunity to connect with domestic and international fans.”
In related news, FIFTY FIFTY’s agency, ATTRAKThad previously announced its intention to take legal action against Warner Music Korea following revelations of secret meetings with former members of the group and alleged tampering. Dispatch was also released in September Exclusive audio recordings featuring conversations between Ahn Sung Il, CEO of The Givers, and Jin Seung Young, CFO of Warner Music Koreaduring meetings with former FIFTY FIFTY members and their parents.
Despite the legal snags that continue to link Sio, Aran and Saena to FIFTY FIFTY, fans are now eager to see what the album will bring to the K-pop scenewith anticipation building around the group’s future activities and musical releases.
