zombiesatemycereal 64 Posted May 22, 2015 Korean Indie! Do you like Korean indie music (K-indie) that exists outside of the realm of standard K-pop? Then this thread is for you! This thread is for discussion of artists that wouldn't really fit in the general K-pop thread, although it can be fairly open to interpretation, as there are many different genres. Talk about what you're into, what you're looking forward to, etc. K-indie isn't as easy to find as its Japanese counterpart, so here are some resources: SeoulBeats Mirrorball Music Pastel Music Magic Strawberry Sound koreanindie.com seoulbeatz.tumblr.com If you're not familiar with K-indie and would like to get started, Magic Strawberry Sound has a name your own price sampler ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ For me I've REALLY been liking Cheeze's new album 1.5집 PLAIN (1.5 since half of the songs are remasters), so far it's my favorite album of the year. I really like their style of music, and every song is a pleasure to listen to. Here are a couple favorites: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDqUiUzBRuo Another one of my favorite albums this year has been Fromm's Moonbow album, she has a very nice light and mellow sound to her. https://youtu.be/OVMiMF0hUEs I'm not sure how popular this thread will be, but I know there are least a few people that have been known to show an interest, so come on in. 5 TheStoic, CAT5, JukaForever and 2 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JukaForever 758 Posted May 22, 2015 I was thinking of making this thread, wasn't sure how popular it would be either. My favorite vocal for this year so far has been AZIN her mini-album was a delight 2 lichtlune and doombox reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doombox 4421 Posted May 22, 2015 YESSS ZOMBIE YESSSS Those Fromm and Azin albums are great! <3 I haven't had a lot of time to dig into much but I've been head over heels for Monkey Bars. I believe they're on Mirrorball too, or working with them in some fashion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deathangel 1105 Posted May 23, 2015 been interest in korean indies for quite some times and the best part about korean indies is that the bands do use bandcamp to promote and sell their music:) 1 doombox reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bonsaijodelfisch 328 Posted May 23, 2015 don't really know much of korean indie, but these guys peaked my interest... they are in general more on the ballad-y side of things and thus often sound like an indie-rocked version of kpop, which is a beautiful thing these on the other hand have a slightly mor rock/quirky/experimental vibe to them and thus remind very much of japanese indie, which obviously is nice aswell ^^ 3 plastic_rainbow, Kaleidoscope and doombox reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doombox 4421 Posted May 23, 2015 Thanks for posting that Asian Chairshot video. I didn't realize they had a new release this month! I just happened to see it when I realized I didn't have the release with Mask Dance on it, and that was the song that turned me on to them in the first place. OTL Still, good tunes all around. 3 plastic_rainbow, Kaleidoscope and deathangel reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deathangel 1105 Posted May 23, 2015 haha, couldnt agreed more with Asian chairshot, really love them and here are some of my favourites: Norwegian wood. Their recently release mini album is excellent!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOszvniJpFQ CoreMagaZinE Have both of their albums, personally enjoy both very much. Afro Maria 1 doombox reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zombiesatemycereal 64 Posted May 24, 2015 Everything posted so far has been wonderful New song from Sweet Revenge is VERY different from what they usually put out. Really wish they would put out music more consistently. New Standing Egg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bear 1817 Posted May 24, 2015 I know nothing about korean indie, or indie in general, but does Glen Check count? If so, Glen Check! Haute Couture is a fantastic album. 1 saishuu reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doombox 4421 Posted May 24, 2015 I really liked the Norwegian Wood and Standing eggs songs. @Bear, I'd say that totally counts. And really nice song too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kaleidoscope 195 Posted May 24, 2015 Some really good stuff in here, especially enjoyed Asian Chairshot and Thornapple! 1 doombox reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deathangel 1105 Posted May 24, 2015 some more K-Indies artist for you guys, love these too. From The Airport (had a love hate relationship with this band sound....) Fromm Plan:D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doombox 4421 Posted May 24, 2015 For anyone who loves some hilarious hair/glam rock. Victim Mentality are A+. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JukaForever 758 Posted May 26, 2015 Their new album was quite an experience, each song were beautifully composed. 1 enyx reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zombiesatemycereal 64 Posted May 28, 2015 New Gogo Star is such a jam, I really love this hybrid rock/electronic thing that's happening Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doombox 4421 Posted May 28, 2015 I always enjoy Gogo Star. The song sounds great. I'll definitely look into the release! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deathangel 1105 Posted June 11, 2015 some nice K-indies rock band that i enjoy amor fati veins A'zbus 1 enyx reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zombiesatemycereal 64 Posted July 17, 2015 New stuffs! Lucite Tokki New The KOXX after 3(!) years Dickpunks 2 doombox and enyx reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
enyx 903 Posted July 18, 2015 Some nice stuff in this thread. I need to dive more into the Korean indie scene, so this thread is rather helpful. I did go to a random indie concert when I was in Korea for a month last summer at the recommendation of a friend. I wasn't familiar with any of the bands, but I do remember the audience being pretty fond of this one. They didn't do much for me personally but I figured it would be worth sharing here. I also remember this band, whose single I bought on a whim since they were selling it at the venue for practically nothing. They ended up signing it for me too, which was nice. Nothing amazing, but I do remember finding their guitar work rather enjoyable at times (such as at 2:00). Whether this next band can be considered K-Indie or not might be a little debatable, since the band was based in Daegu but featured a Canadian/American/Iranian lineup. Really good math rock either way. Their album is free on bandcamp for those that are interested. 1 doombox reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zombiesatemycereal 64 Posted July 30, 2015 Came across this on Mirrorball's channel, I love it a lot. Not a lot out there in the Korean scene like this to my knowledge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blackdoll 907 Posted August 22, 2015 kinda relevant Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
enyx 903 Posted September 14, 2015 A Korean friend recommended some acoustic stuff so I figured I'd share it here. 어쿠스틱 콜라보 (Acoustic Collabo) 소란 (SORAN) 어쿠루브 (Acourve) 옥상달빛 (OKDAL) 1 doombox reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blackdoll 907 Posted September 15, 2015 (hyukoh + hyung don) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chi 2624 Posted October 5, 2015 Everyone should know about No respect for beauty (post-rock). so far they only released 1 album (why perish, in 2012) and replaced their bassist sometime ago... the guitarist told me in 2013 they had no idea when they were going to release more stuff and they haven't performed at all this year 2 plastic_rainbow and enyx reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blackdoll 907 Posted November 1, 2015 Yeahh i need to go threw their disco Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
