NewJeans contracts omitted rights to sleep and free choice, report says
The Guardian reported that a new New York Times investigation found the record label Ador removed child‑protection clauses from contracts signed by the…
The Guardian reported that a new New York Times investigation found the record label Ador removed child‑protection clauses from contracts signed by the K‑pop girl group NewJeans when the members were minors. The contracts, signed while the singers were aged 14 to 17, allegedly waived their right to “sleep, rest and free choice”. The report says the terms were unusually restrictive for a group that has achieved record‑breaking success. Critics say the findings raise concerns about how entertainment contracts treat under‑age performers.
The Guardian noted that the contracts were described as “superstar” agreements, yet they stripped basic protections typically afforded to children.
Why it matters
The revelations highlight potential exploitation of under‑age artists in the music industry and could prompt scrutiny of contract practices.
Key details
- Location
- United States · Americas
- Reported by
- The Guardian
- First reported
- Key names
- NewJeans, Ador, K-pop, York Times
- Section
- Entertainment
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