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Korean Traditional Music-Jazz Band “Sinbak Circle” Drummer Christian Moran Dies at 42

Korean Traditional Music-Jazz Band “Sinbak Circle” Drummer Christian Moran Dies at 42

A British drummer who emerged from the Berkeley College of Music and played in the Korean traditional music crossover band “Sinbak Circle” died at an early age of 42.
A brilliant musician’s farewell as he breaks down borders with original rhythmsThe owner of an unmistakable rhythm that moved between the global stage and South Korea’s traditional music has put his sticks down.
Korean Folk Music in the Spotlight Inside K-pop in Argentina—Special Exhibition Featuring BTS, Stray Kids, and K-pop Demon Hunters

Korean Folk Music in the Spotlight Inside K-pop in Argentina—Special Exhibition Featuring BTS, Stray Kids, and K-pop Demon Hunters

Joo Argentina Korean Cultural Center holds a special exhibition ‘Good, God, Kkun’ through Aug. 5 in Buenos Aires, shining a light on the elements of Korean folk music that have seeped into K-pop content
A Joseon groove that shook the other side of the globe in South America… ‘K-pop’, dressed in traditional attireIn the heart of Buenos Aires, Argentina, in South America, the deep resonance of ‘Korean traditional music’ has arrived.
'Kanho Yakushiji' hits 100 million views with electronic 'Heart Sutra,' boundary-pushing hip-hop-rock sound

'Kanho Yakushiji' hits 100 million views with electronic 'Heart Sutra,' boundary-pushing hip-hop-rock sound

Kanho Yakushiji to hold 'Circle of Harmony' on Oct. 30 at YES24 Wonderrock Hall for his first South Korea concert
Boundary-breaking Buddhist music draped in electronicsBuddhist scripture has taken on the language of modern music, including electronic, hip-hop and rock. Japanese monk and musician 'Kanho Yakushiji', whose work has surpassed '100 million views' and sparked a global sensation, will finally take...
Choi Gu-hee, guitarist for Deulgukhwa and Gwaejjagdeul, dies at 67 after stomach cancer battle

Choi Gu-hee, guitarist for Deulgukhwa and Gwaejjagdeul, dies at 67 after stomach cancer battle

Funeral held in Jeju on the 16th, news emerges later; continued composing and performing solo, including “Quiet Heart”
Deulgukhwa guitarist Choi Gu-hee dies at 67 after stomach cancer battle, leaving behind “You and Me”Funeral held in Jeju on the 16th; acclaimed musician who joined 1986’s second album, “Deulgukhwa II,” leaves behind a legacy of inspired melodiesGenius guitarist who played nature’s sounds enters...
Witness True Madness in Folk Horror Classic ‘The Wicker Man: Final Cut’

Witness True Madness in Folk Horror Classic ‘The Wicker Man: Final Cut’

The canonical folk-horror film 〈The Wicker Man〉 (1973) will receive its first South Korean theatrical release on Aug. 19 in a 4K remastered restoration, 〈The Wicker Man: Final Cut〉 (hereafter 〈The Wicker Man〉).
Seodo Band Releases Debut Studio Album for the First Time in 9 Years — “Koreans’ ‘Han’ Is ‘Chosun Pop’”

Seodo Band Releases Debut Studio Album for the First Time in 9 Years — “Koreans’ ‘Han’ Is ‘Chosun Pop’”

The first full-length album by the “Pungnyu Daijang” winning team, “Won”… a 7-song lineup reinterpretations of the pansori “Chunhyangga,” with a one-off concert to be held at Yonsei University on the 16th
“Chosun Pop” pioneers “Seodo Band” have unveiled their first full-length studio album “Won. ”” By carefully weaving traditional modes of expression from Korean traditional music with modern pop sounds, they are targeting the global music market with “han (恨)”—a uniquely Korean emotional force.
'Lee Young-ji & Chungha Duo' and Christopher Bring a Comeback to Korea After 9 Years… Head to Sejong Center in November

'Lee Young-ji & Chungha Duo' and Christopher Bring a Comeback to Korea After 9 Years… Head to Sejong Center in November

Christopher will take the stage at 'SJFAtTheTheater' on Nov. 19 and 20, joining a lineup that also includes Kings of Convenience.
The return of an unmistakable pop icon, 'SJFAtTheTheater' to set the tone for autumn nightsKorea’s most beloved Danish-born pop star 'Christopher' targets the season’s mood once again in Seoul. Performance planning company 'Private Curve' officially announced that he will make an immediate...
22nd Jecheon International Music & Film Festival Unveils Lineup for “JIMFF Special Choice” — Perfect Harmony of Music and Film

22nd Jecheon International Music & Film Festival Unveils Lineup for “JIMFF Special Choice” — Perfect Harmony of Music and Film

From music director Kim Mun-jeong to Yoon Jong-shin and Oksangdalbit, a slate of performances that breaks the boundaries between film and music is in store. Honoring the late Jeong Seong-jo, with a finale performance featuring Choo Da-hye and Jastiz, among other festival-only programs. Ahead of the festival’s Sept. 3 opening, limited stage tickets go on sale Aug. 11 at 2 p.m. via Melon Ticket
Jecheon International Music & Film Festival has unveiled the lineup for “JIMFF Special Choice. ”The 22nd Jecheon International Music & Film Festival , which opens on Sept. 3, announced “JIMFF Special Choice” on Aug. 10.
BTS’ “Idol” Hits 1.4 Billion Views on YouTube, Marking Group’s 5th All-Time Milestone in “Joseon EDM”

BTS’ “Idol” Hits 1.4 Billion Views on YouTube, Marking Group’s 5th All-Time Milestone in “Joseon EDM”

Released in August 2018, the title track pairs traditional Korean court rhythms with African beats in a dazzling, high-gloss visual world
“Joseon EDM” shows no signs of slowing down… BTS’ 5th 1. 4 billion-view recordThe mega hit by the group “BTS”, the “Idol” music video, has surpassed 1. 4 billion YouTube views, setting another major milestone in K-pop history. According to its agency, BigHit Music, the music video crossed the 1.
'Real Voices' Behind PLAVE and IsegyeIdol… Why the Korea Music Performers Association Is Signing Up One After Another

'Real Voices' Behind PLAVE and IsegyeIdol… Why the Korea Music Performers Association Is Signing Up One After Another

With newcomers such as Vident joining as actual vocal performers, the Korea Music Performers Association plans to further strengthen protections for virtual performers' rights
A Rebellion by 'Real Main Characters' Beyond the Shadow… Vocalists Push for Their Rights in Full SwingAs virtual reality acts—virtual idols—have taken root as mainstream in the world of popular music, the actual vocal performers who had been hidden behind the avatars are stepping forward to secure...