KPop Demon Hunters Star EJAE Partners with WME to Boost Music Career
EJAE, a rising star in the K-pop and film music industry, has recently partnered with WME for global representation. This move comes on the heels of her significant contributions to the film “KPop Demon Hunters,” where she not only co-wrote the soundtrack but also lent her voice to the main character, Rumi.
Notable Contributions to “KPop Demon Hunters”
EJAE played a critical role in developing the film’s musical elements. She wrote several standout tracks, including:
- “Golden”
- “How It’s Done”
- “What It Sounds Like”
- “Your Idol” (performed by rival boy group Saja Boys)
- “Hunter’s Mantra”
Her bilingual songwriting provided a unique perspective, making her a key asset to the project, as she shared in a recent interview with Variety.
Record-Breaking Soundtrack Success
The soundtrack to “KPop Demon Hunters” made history by becoming the first to feature four songs concurrently charting on the Billboard Top 10. “Golden” achieved remarkable success, spending five weeks at No. 1 on the Hot 100. This marked the longest-running animated act hit in Billboard history. The other charting tracks included “Your Idol,” “Soda Pop,” and “How It’s Done.”
Acknowledgment and Awards
EJAE has earned recognition in the industry, being named one of Variety’s 10 Artisans to Watch. She will be honored at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival soon. Her track “Golden” received the Best Original Soundtrack award at the K-World Dream Awards and was nominated for Song of the Summer at the MTV Video Music Awards. Additionally, EJAE was previously nominated for Best Original Song in a Video Game at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards for “Rebirth” in “League of Legends.”
Collaborations with K-pop Icons
Beyond film music, EJAE has an impressive portfolio in K-pop. Her credits include major hits for top groups:
- Aespa – “Drama” and “Armageddon”
- Red Velvet – “Psycho”
- Le Sserafim, Twice, Taeyeon, Nmixx, and Fifty Fifty
Future Aspirations
Looking ahead, EJAE aspires to expand her career in film music. She expressed a desire to work on projects similar to “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” or create soundtracks for iconic films like James Bond.
EJAE’s partnership with WME marks a significant step forward in her career, positioning her to further influence both the music and film industries.
