CUBE STATEMENT:

Earlier this week a semi-confirmation of Yook Sungjae casting in School 2015 was released to the press. We believe it was the factor that propelled BtoB member towith Cube Entertainment.. Apparently, Yook Sungjae has already started talking to lawyers to find out whether or not he can pull out of his commitments with the band. Fortunately for the fans, it’s not looking too good for him right now.BtoB's youngest member has been active in various acting projects, most notably TVN drama "Plus Nine Boys", acting as Kim Young Kwang's younger brother and one of the leads. His recent variety appearances in "Real Men" and "I Live Alone" managed to earn him and BtoB much needed popularity. He's easily the most marketable BtoB member and his loss will surely affect group's dynamics.Seven-memebered group has been struggling for relevance ever since. Despite the hardship on finding popularity on domestic market, their recent activities in Japan has been successful, despite Hallyu wave dying down in that area.Yook Sungjae is a member of group's Vocal Line, BtoB sub-unit. It consisting of group's vocalist and is more focused on ballads and vocally-challenging songs. Their covers of artists such as Urban Zakapa, Lee Seung Chul, Noel and more has earned them much recognition. The group as a whole has been active on shows such as Immortal Song 2, winning much acclaim for their polished skills.Although Yook Sungjae is currently re-negotiating his contract,The news of Yook Sungjae withdrawing from BtoB had shocked fans, who are now concerned of BtoB's future and wonderingCube Entertainment, management agency of BtoB, has finally released an official statement regarding news about Yook Sungjae‘s departure from the group.source: zerokpoop newsen , translated by op