Seoul-based showcase festival Zandari Festa consistently attracts both great Korean and international acts as well as other attendees, making it easy to catch up with old and new friends alike…. Continue reading
Zandari Festa 2017 Review
Mini-Interview with Secret Asian Men
Although it was clear from first listen that Secret Asian Men‘s Secrets Beyond The Room was a great album it really wasn’t until I was compiling my ten favorite Electric… Continue reading
5 More Acts to See at Zandari Festa
In a few hours the first official showcases during Zandari Festa 2017 will start. As noted when I listed 5 favorite live bands that I absolutely have to see again… Continue reading
5 Must-See Acts at Zandari Festa 2017
Korea’s foremost showcase festival, Zandari Festa will kick off in Seoul on September 28. So many fantastic bands will be playing that it’ll be impossible to catch them all. Although… Continue reading
Mini-Interview with Genius
Early August I was contacted by Genius promoting the band’s new album, 별바다 (Sea of Stars). For the most part of 2017 I’ve been thinking I should get back to… Continue reading
Mini-Interview with Modsdive
While there will be many great bands playing at Zandari Festa this year, it was the sight of Modsdive on the third poster announcing the festival’s line-up that excited me… Continue reading
Anna’s 10 Electric Muse Favorites
Electric Muse is currently in the middle of celebrating its 10th anniversary. I’ve been following the label since the beginning and have greatly enjoyed a majority of its releases. As… Continue reading
Galaxy Express – Yeonan Dock
In order to reshape the image of Incheon, Kyungin Broadcasting has put together a compilation with covers of songs originating from the coastal city. The first part of 인천 – Sound of Incheon was released on September 4th. With each artist contributing a different style of music, the cover album opens with Galaxy Express‘ rock take on Kim Trio‘s 1979 hit “연안부두“.
Mini-Interview with Electric Muse
For the past few years my favorite label has been Electric Muse. Since its inception the Seoul based imprint has brought forth some of the most delightful music Korea has… Continue reading
7th Seoul Record Fair Limited Releases
The 7th annual Seoul Record Fair will take place during the weekend of June 17-18 at Seoul Innovation Park. Just like last year the event offers sales of limited edition… Continue reading