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Both Swings and Brand New Music have agreed to amicably part ways after the contract officially expires on August 31. Brand New Music announced, "Although we talked back and forth about a contract renewal for a long time, we ultimately decided to respect Swings' individual interest and amicably parted ways. Although his contract expires this month, Swings and Brand New Music will continue to cooperate with each other, and we will show our endless support for the establishment and development of Swing's independent label Just Music. We ask for your anticipation and support for Brand New Music and Swings' activities."

Swings is currently a part of the indie label Just Music, which also houses Giriboy, Nochang, Black Nut, Vasco, and CJAMM.