Play it in an Emergency: Interview with Socialclub Hyangwu
Our interview with up and coming rock band Socialclub Hyangwu.
New Music Friday - 11.07
The latest in our "New Music Friday" series is live. Our writers have scoured all the best new tunes coming out of Korea's indie scene and picked their faves.
Crystal Tea: Busan dreamer to pop-rock darling
Pop-rock icon talks to us about her influences, her annual Crystal Tea Party, and writing for the “immature woman”.
The Music That Made Me - Kimin Kim
As part of a new series, someone will be sharing their life through the music that shaped them. This week, we talked to PCR/Gorymurgy guitarist Kimin Kim.
GDJYB's Soni Cheng on Long-Distance Music Making and Finding Home Between Hong Kong and Taiwan
Hong Kong indie band GDJYB talk to us about their long-awaited return to Seoul.
Finding Truth in the Personal: Hiperson's Journey Through Sound and Self
During their recent trip to Asian Pop, Chinese indie rockers Hiperson sat down with Sin Hyunjun to talk about their career so far.
Who Popped Off at Asian Pop?
Asian Pop is fast becoming one of the biggest names in Korea’s festival scene. Here, we pick the best acts from last month’s event.
Chip Post Gang: "Caveman Noise Rock" Band Making Waves
Chip Post Gang is the "caveman noise rock" band no one knew they needed. Here, they talk about what they have in store for their debut.
Pishu Steps Out into the Pixelated Light
Our interview with producer Pishu (formerly known as Piano Shoegazer) about his recent name change and making music that isn’t “desperate”.
"We're Sally, so are you": Sally Everywhere Discuss Their New EP
Up and coming garage indie band Sally Everywhere on making music for looking back.
The Tiger Returns: We talk to Leenalchi about creating their own folktales
Experimental pop band Leenalchi talk to us about moving away from using Korea’s traditional tales and creating their own folkelore.
Interview with Pipe Lips ahead of their new album “Fable for Nobody”
New band Pipe Lips talk to us about their new album.
New Music Friday - 25.06
The latest in our "New Music Friday" series is live. Our writers have scoured all the best new tunes coming out of Korea's indie scene and picked their faves.
New Music Friday - 05/09
The latest in our "New Music Friday" series is live. Our writers have scoured all the best new tunes coming out of Korea's indie scene and picked their faves.
The Art of the Cover: How Gallus Alice is Bridging Punk Generations in Seoul
Seoul-based band Gallus Allice are teaching audiences not to judge a band by their covers.
New Music Friday - 04/18
The latest in our "New Music Friday" series is live. Our writers have scoured all the best new tunes coming out of Korea's indie scene and picked their faves.
Korean music festivals in 2025 - our HUGE guide to the biggest events in Korea
Our massive guide to the best music festivals in South Korea.
Interview: Ovantgarde’s founders celebrate 7 years of great live music
After celebrating seven years as a venue, the owners of Ovantgarde talk about their upcoming birthday plans.
Notes from the Street: JoJe's Musical Journey Across 100 Cities
From mental health issues in Hongdae’s club scene, to the streets of Europe’s coolests cities.
The Music That Made Me - Ali (Cloud Underground/Bandits)
As part of a new series, someone will be sharing their life through the music that shaped them. This week, we talked to guitarist ALI.