“Stop sabotaging your artist!”
Koreaboo
BTS‘S V recently released the vinyl version of his beloved album Stopover which was well received by fans around the world. However, many took to social media to express their frustration MOVES and its associated labels – GREAT MUSIC AND Geffen Records — alleged mismanagement and lack of support for the release.
According to fans, numerous issues potentially affected the album’s rankings and accessibility, leaving them feeling overlooked and disappointed.
One of the biggest complaints is the shortage of Stopover vinyl copies in key markets. Fans noted that the album was understocked at major outlets, forcing some to resort to alternative purchasing options, such as purchasing digital versions on Japanese iTunes to boost V’s presence on the Billboard charts. Additionally, restock requests were reportedly ignored, further limiting access to the album.
Layover Vinyl is now sold out at the following US retailers 🇺🇸
— Target (x2 sold out)
— Walmart (x2 sold out)
– Weverse US
— BTS store in the United StatesLayover is still available at: https://t.co/rLPGqs6OZP
— Barnes & Noble
—Amazon
— Best buyHYBE RESTORATION VINYL pic.twitter.com/rk3JYSWbSa
— ☁︎ Irish⁷ (@thv_manager) October 8, 2024
Fans also pointed out HYBE and BIGHIT MUSIC’s perceived lack of promotional efforts, with not a single post highlighting the vinyl release. This silence has left fans feeling unsupported and wondering why V’s album hasn’t received the same marketing push as other releases.
Taehyung is the only member to be sabotaged in bts, his layover vinyl CDs were sold out to not be counted for 1 week, more pb, less promo in bts tiktok insta account, literally less playlist than other hybe idols 💀
RESPECT V
TREAT TAEHYUNG FAIRLY
GREAT RESPECT TAEHYUNG pic.twitter.com/0AZNtfA2aC— Scala🧋ᵗʰᵛ🧇🍙 (@SmileFluffyV) October 26, 2024
Further adding to the frustration were shipping delays, particularly in major markets, with fans reporting that even the initial release schedule was missed.
Stop sabotaging your artist! Why did you suddenly restock Layover Vinyl in its second week of release when we were asking for it to be restocked during the pre-order period? Shame on you @BIGHIT_MUSIC @GeffenRecords @HYBEOFFICIALtwt
RESPECT V
TREAT TAEHYUNG FAIRLY
GREAT RESPECT TAEHYUNG pic.twitter.com/BoFube5H7P— ON STREAM 💘 (@tetestream) October 26, 2024
In response, fans have taken to social media platforms, directly addressing HYBE, BIGHIT MUSIC and Geffen Records with their complaints, demanding that V’s work be treated with the same consideration as other artists.
I have nothing to say other than disappointment with how they treated Layover LP. These are the essential minimums.
BTS are 7
RESPECT V
TREAT TAEHYUNG FAIRLY
GREAT RESPECT TAEHYUNG pic.twitter.com/mhufC7j4TC— V Charts 💿 (@BTSVChartData) October 25, 2024
Taehyung sacrificed himself for the good of the group, only because the company was ungrateful and didn’t treat him fairly. He’s the only one who doesn’t even have the bare minimum. @BIGHIT_MUSIC @HYBEOFFICIALtwt
RESPECT V
TREAT TAEHYUNG FAIRLY
GREAT RESPECT TAEHYUNG pic.twitter.com/pp8hy4TtXJ— ♡ V UK (@KTH_UK) October 25, 2024
we don’t ask for privileges and heavy compensation like others get, we only ask that you not sabotage Taes’ work in such a blatant way.
rt and reply
RESPECT V
TREAT TAEHYUNG FAIRLY
GREAT RESPECT TAEHYUNG pic.twitter.com/lwgLR77LWN— amberᵗʰᵛ 💿 ⓥ (@amberscenerythv) October 26, 2024
As of now, the company has yet to address their concerns. The situation has sparked heated debates online, with many questioning whether HYBE is giving all its artists the same support.
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