Seoul Court Upholds ADOR Contract for NewJeans Amid Kesha Support

Kesha has publicly expressed solidarity with K-pop girl group NewJeans following a Seoul court ruling that upheld their exclusive contract with their label, ADOR, despite the group's efforts to terminate it after the dismissal of their mentor and ADOR's CEO, Min Hee-jin. The court decided that the firing of Min Hee-jin did not justify ending the contract, which has prevented NewJeans from independently releasing music or continuing their entertainment activities outside the label. Kesha's message, "My heart is with you NewJeans," resonated deeply given her own nearly decade-long legal battle against producer Dr. Luke, where she fought for artistic freedom under restrictive contracts. NewJeans, who have achieved international success, plan to appeal the ruling, stating their trust with ADOR is irreparably broken. The group's legal struggle highlights the challenges artists face in the industry regarding contract control and creative autonomy. Kesha's support has been praised by fans and observers as a meaningful gesture amidst the ongoing dispute.