Titan Content has secured a strategic partnership with Republic Records’ Imperial Music division for its upcoming K-pop girl group AtHeart, while simultaneously revealing the complete lineup and dropping the group’s first teaser video along with official social media channels.
The seven-member group, which will make their official debut this summer, consists of Michi, Katelyn, Seohyeon, Aurora, Bome, Arin, and Nahyun. Fans won’t have to wait long for their first taste of AtHeart’s music – a pre-debut introduction song and video is set to drop March 14.
For Imperial Music, which has been a powerhouse in the K-pop space since its 2021 launch, the partnership adds another potential breakout act to its impressive roster. The label has already generated over 30 million adjusted albums and scored 23 Top 10 albums on the Billboard 200, including six No. 1 albums from Stray Kids and chart-toppers from Twice and Tomorrow X Together.
The partnership represents a significant step forward for Titan Content, which launched in November 2023 as the first premier K-pop-focused music company headquartered in the U.S. The company, led by industry veteran Nikki Semin Han, former CEO of SM Entertainment, has assembled a team to drive AtHeart’s development, including CEO Katie Kang, CBO Dom Rodriguez, chief visual officer Guiom Lee, and chief performance officer Lia Kim.
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“When we first heard the music, we immediately knew it was special,” says Glenn Mendlinger, executive VP of Republic Records and president of Imperial Music. “Nikki, Dom, Katie, and the Titan leadership are a formidable team with a deep understanding of artist development. They have put a fresh lens on K-pop and alongside Imperial Music’s expertise we have tremendous aspirations and opportunity.”
“The team at Imperial has an incredible track record of developing global stars, and their unparalleled expertise makes them the ideal partner for this venture,” adds Kang. “Our vision for AtHeart is perfectly aligned, and we deeply respect their commitment to excellence and innovation. Together, we’re ready to break new ground and shape the future of K-pop.”
AtHeart joins Imperial’s diverse roster, which includes K-pop acts Stray Kids, Twice, and Tomorrow x Together, alongside artists such as The Chemical Brothers, Bo Burnham, and G Herbo. The label has achieved multiple gold certifications, including Stray Kids’ “5-Star,” “Ate,” and “Rock-Star,” as well as Tomorrow x Together’s “The Name Chapter: Temptation.”
As the summer debut approaches, fans can now follow AtHeart’s journey through their newly launched social media channels, marking what could be one of K-pop’s most anticipated launches of 2025.