Fans Criticize HYBE for Lack of Support for BTS’s V and ‘Layover’ Vinyl Release

Fans of BTS’s V recently voiced frustration with HYBE and its labels, BIGHIT MUSIC and Geffen Records, over the handling of V’s latest album, Layover. Released on vinyl, the album has been widely loved by fans but has also sparked complaints regarding its availability, promotion, and distribution.

One of the main issues raised by fans is the limited stock of Layover vinyl copies in popular retail stores. Many fans in key markets reported difficulties finding the album, with some resorting to buying digital copies on platforms like Japanese iTunes to support V’s Billboard rankings. Calls for restocking in various outlets appear to have gone unanswered, leaving fans struggling to access physical copies.

Fans are also questioning the promotional efforts surrounding Layover’s vinyl release. Despite the album’s popularity, HYBE and BIGHIT MUSIC reportedly made no promotional posts highlighting the vinyl version’s release, leading many to feel that V’s album didn’t receive the same marketing focus as other label projects. The lack of promotion has stirred questions among fans about how HYBE allocates resources for its artists.

Adding to the discontent, fans have pointed out delays in album shipping, especially in larger markets, with some even saying that the album’s release schedule wasn’t met as originally planned. Disappointed, many have turned to social media, tagging HYBE, BIGHIT MUSIC, and Geffen Records directly to share their concerns and demand more support for V’s work.

As of now, HYBE has not addressed the complaints, sparking ongoing online discussions about whether all artists under the label receive equal backing. Fans are urging the company to give V the same support they’ve shown other artists, hoping their concerns will lead to changes in future releases.