YB gets manager for USA

Local rock band YB, headed by singerHeo Joon, is stepping up its international aspirations.

The group has signed a contract with Doug Goldstein, former manager of the famous American rock group Guns N' Roses, according to YB's agency, Dee Company, yesterday.

YB plans to release its first English-language EP next month before promoting it in the United States and the United Kingdom.

It is the first time for the band to officially promote English-language songs, although it has performed at many rock-music festivals across the world.

The agency said that Goldstein complimented the group's guitar, vocal and composition skills.

"Goldstein met withHeo Joonof YB in person in the fall last year and suggested some overseas promotion", said Dee Company.

"As he has had a very strong career and made some interesting proposals, YB decided to sign a management contract with him".

Heo Joonsaid he was excited about the team up.

"I'm thankful that we have a chance to introduce YB's music to the U.S. and the U.K., about 10 years after the band started playing abroad", said Yoon.

By Lee Sun-min