YG Entertainment Holds Special Audition for New Talent Discovery... With Yang Hyun-suk as Chief Judge

YG Entertainment will conduct the new talent discovery audition “2026 YG Special Audition: Go! DEBUT” from January 21 to February 28. Yang Hyun-suk, the company’s chief producer, will oversee the entire judging process with the goal of identifying talents who will lead the future of the global K-pop market.

This audition focuses not only on recruiting trainees but also on discovering next-generation artists capable of performing on international stages. By holding a special audition after approximately one year, YG Entertainment offers a separate recruitment period distinct from its regular monthly online auditions. This marks the first time such a special-format audition program has been held since the 2025 YG National Audition Tour.

Applicants must be born between 2007 and 2015. There are no restrictions based on gender or nationality, allowing youths and young adults within this age range to apply. Applicants need to select one area among singing, rapping, dancing, visual appeal, or talent and submit a video lasting no more than one minute.

Applications for the audition can be submitted through YG Entertainment’s official website and social media channels. Those wishing to apply can check detailed guidelines and requirements on these platforms before submitting their completed videos.

Yang Hyun-suk, who will lead the judging, is a music producer who has overseen the debuts of artists such as Big Bang, 2NE1, Winner, and BABYMONSTER, all of whom have achieved success on international stages. His international experience and discerning eye will play a crucial role in selecting talents suitable for the global market in this audition.

YG Entertainment is a company that has produced K-pop artists who have succeeded globally, including Big Bang, 2NE1, BLACKPINK, Winner, iKON, TREASURE, and BABYMONSTER.