SEOUL, South Korea. Lee Ho-yang, widely recognized in the K-pop industry under his professional moniker “Shinsadong Tiger,” was discovered dead on Friday at his studio in Seoul, South Korea. The Seoul Metropolitan Police confirmed the untimely demise of the 40-year-old composer and producer, though no details regarding the cause of death were immediately provided.
According to reports from local media, Lee was found collapsed on the floor of his studio by an acquaintance, who promptly alerted emergency services. The sudden loss of the talented musician has sent shockwaves through the South Korean entertainment industry and among K-pop fans worldwide.
Lee, known for his exceptional talent in composing and producing music, contributed to the creation of numerous hit K-pop tracks that have left an indelible mark on the industry. His works include chart-toppers like T-ARA’s “Roly Poly,” Apink’s “NoNoNo,” EXID’s “Up&Down,” and Momoland’s “Bboom Bboom.” Additionally, in 2011, he founded AB Entertainment, which later introduced the immensely popular girl group EXID to the world.
Despite his significant contributions to the K-pop scene, Lee faced personal and professional challenges in recent years. In 2017, he encountered financial difficulties and subsequently filed for bankruptcy protection and debt relief measures with a local court, as reported by Yonhap news agency.
The passing of Lee Ho-yang marks another loss for the South Korean entertainment industry, coming just months after the death of Lee Sun-kyun, a well-known actor renowned for his role in the critically acclaimed film “Parasite.” Lee Sun-kyun’s death followed an intense police investigation into alleged drug use, adding to the somber atmosphere surrounding the recent losses within the country’s entertainment community.
As fans and colleagues mourn the loss of Shinsadong Tiger, tributes pour in from across the globe, celebrating his impactful contributions to the vibrant world of K-pop music. The circumstances surrounding his death remain under investigation as authorities work to determine the cause of this heartbreaking loss.
Paraluman P. Funtanilla
Paraluman P. Funtanilla is Tutubi News Magazine's Marketing Specialist and is a Contributing Editor. She finished her degree in Communication Arts in De La Salle Lipa. She has worked as a Digital Marketer for start-up businesses and small business spaces for the past two years. She has earned certificates from Coursera on Brand Management: Aligning Business Brand and Behavior and Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content. She also worked with Asia Express Romania TV Show.
