Fans Urge Agency To Change Loossemble’s “Disrespectful” Comeback Date

CTDENM, the agency behind Loossemble, recently announced the date for the group’s much-anticipated comeback, marking the release of their second mini album. The news was initially met with excitement from fans across the globe.

However, the joy quickly turned to concern when it was realized that the chosen date coincided with a somber anniversary in South Korea — the 10th anniversary of the Sewol ferry disaster.

orbits/cloos we should urge @ctdenm to change the comeback date of loossembles 2nd mini album because the date is the 10th anniversary of the sewol ferry incident. a lot of koreans are upset about this as well so they should change the date in respect of the victims https://t.co/HhKwHcmgHW

— cement bread (@kimhyjs) March 17, 2024

The Sewol ferry tragedy — a devastating incident that resulted in the loss of over 300 lives, many of whom were high school students — has left a deep scar on the nation. The memory of this event is honored annually in South Korea, with the country coming together to remember the victims and the impact of the disaster.

Upon discovering the overlap, many fans expressed their dismay, deeming the comeback date disrespectful to the memory of those lost in the tragedy. They have since taken to social media to voice their concerns, urging CTDENM to reconsider the timing of Loossemble’s album release. According to some fans, the plea for a date change is not only coming from the international fanbase but is also echoed by many Korean netizens.

korean cloos are upset (rightfully) because the loossemble comeback is going to be released on the 10th anniversary of the Sewol ferry incident, its extremely unprofessional & disrespectful @ctdenm

u can call them out on email too: ctdenm.official@gmail.com

— Shadow the Hedgehog kinnie (@Iove4eva) March 17, 2024

Efforts to reach the company have intensified, with fans using various channels, such as emails and posts on the group’s fan cafe, hoping to make their voices heard. The primary request is for the agency to acknowledge the significance of the date and to reschedule the comeback in respect of the victims and their families.

how to inform @ctdenm about changing loossemble's comeback date to be respectful and considerate of the 10th anniversary of the sewol ferry incident & its victims (short thread)

— cement bread (@kimhyjs) March 17, 2024

Please consider contacting @ctdenm (ctdenm@gmail.com / ctdenm.official@gmail.com) about Loossemble’s comeback date. April 16th is the 10th anniversary of the Sewol Ferry accident.

You can send your email in English – keep the message short, clear, respectful and don’t spam. https://t.co/AqsrZk1iHR

— loona stats (@loonastats) March 17, 2024

We urge you to change LOOSSEMBLE’s comeback date, as it coincides with the 10th anniversary of the Sewol tragedy. Please show respect for the victims and their families by moving the date.

— ola ୨ৎ (@7vesntual) March 17, 2024

As of now, it remains unclear whether CTDENM will respond to the fans’ appeals and adjust Loossemble’s comeback date. Loossemble’s second mini album — which will mark their first comeback — is titled One of a Kind, and it promises to keep fans engaged through various teaser releases until the comeback date.