WayV Postpones Physical Album Release AWAKEN THE WORLD After Receiving Criticism for Controversial Accessories

Kapanlagi.com - Label V, a subsidiary of SM Entertainment, announced that the release of the physical album AWAKEN THE WORLD will be postponed. Recently, fans criticized WayV's stylist WayV for the accessories worn by some members in the teaser images, which allegedly contained controversial items.

According to Koreaboo, the agency stated that the postponement is related to the process of correcting the content of WayV's album, which has received criticism. They also promised not to make the same mistake in the future.

1. Controversial Accessories

© Label V

One of the controversial accessories referred to is a patch on a Kun shirt that says 'Agent Orange'. Agent orange is the name for a chemical used by the United States military during the Vietnam War. Millions of gallons of the substance were poured throughout Vietnam and caused various detrimental health problems.

Another fashion accessory that fans consider inappropriate is a small badge that says 'F***in cool Jap' on WinWin clothing. This writing is considered racist considering the 'history' between Korea and Japan since the Japanese-Korean war.

2. Official Announcement from the Agency

Label V uploaded a notification letter regarding this delay on WayV's official social media account:

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[Notice] Announcement of Delay of the ‘Awaken The World’ physical album release pic.twitter.com/Eenh9TQRQW

— WayV (@WayV_official) June 9, 2020

Hello, we are LABEL V.
We would like to thank all the fans for their enthusiasm for WayV's first full-length album AWAKEN THE WORLD, and we would also like to announce some news regarding the release schedule of WayV's physical album.

On June 9th, WayV will release all the songs from the first full-length album AWAKEN THE WORLD, and the music video for the title track Turn Back Time.

However, regarding the physical album, after finding issues with the accessories on some clothing, the album cover needs to be fixed, thus delaying the release date.

We apologize for the shortcomings in the album production process, and we will work harder to ensure that every small accessory on any clothing is thoroughly and meticulously checked. We will announce the new release date for the physical album as soon as it is confirmed.

Once again, we ask for your understanding.
Thank you."

(kor/rsp)