8 events happening in Seoul this week that we think look cool | 17th Sept-23rd Sept
Every week, Platform Magazine will be bringing you a list of events happening in the coming seven days that look fun or interesting. Our week goes from Friday to the following Thursday because the weekend rules all.
This week's list is live music-heavy but also features some awesome art stuff too.
Friday 17th
Kang EP release party
Seoul-based indie rock band Kang will be releasing their debut EP at the Senggi Studio music space this Friday. The EP features a guest appearance from local jazz troubadour and Platform Magazine favourite Kim Oki.
The band will play material from the fabulous new EP as well as their earlier material.
Tickets are ₩20,000 and the doors open at 7 pm!
Kang EP Release Party
생기스튜디오, Mapo-gu
₩20,000
For more information click here.
Saturday 18th
Platform Magazine Issue #1 Release Party
Not too sure if we've mentioned this yet, but we're planning on releasing our magazine this Saturday. This will be your first chance to get your hands on a copy of Platform Magazine.
We'll also have Blind Tipsy DJs playing the best in indie, soul, disco, vintage and more. To top things off is it's completely free. We hope to see you there.
Platform Magazine Issue #1 Launch
Pet Sounds, Itaewon
Free Entry
For more information click here.
Sunday 19th
2 Day Old Sneakers live
Excellently named indie-rock band 2 Day Old Sneakers will be bringing their raucous live show to Goinmul in Hongdae.
The band will be joined by GAGAHOHO, who will be setting a different tone with their chilled-out guitar music.
Tickets are ₩20,000, and doors open at 5.45pm.
2 Day Old Sneakers Live
Goinmul, Mapo-gu
₩20,000
For more information, click here.
Poclanos Festival Closing Party
From Thursday through Sunday, music distributor, Poclanos will be holding several nights of live bands at Rolling Hall, Hongdae.
The festival includes some of Platform's favourite bands, such as Offing (Thur) and Don't Kill Kenny (Sat).
Sunday is the closing night and has the band we're most excited to see - highly rated fuzz-pop band TRPP (read our review of their debut in Issue #1).
Tickets are ₩50,000 per night, and all feature some great local talent.
Poclanos Festival
Rolling Hall, Mapo-gu
₩50,000 per night
For more information, click here.
Monday 20th
Hurricane Kimchi Caberet
Our good buddies over at The Studio are planning a busy Chuseok. They've got a series of fun events including karaoke nights, open-mic comedy and more.
Of all the things they have planned, the one we're most excited about is their cabaret show with local drag legend Hurricane Kimchi.
There'll be live music and more from HK and a special guest. The show got enough interest that they decided to add an extra date. Reservation is required, and there's no telling how long tickets will be available, so book soon.
Hurricane Kimchi Cabaret Show
The Studio, HBC
₩10,000
For more information, click here.
Tuesday 21st
When We Are Women Artists exhibition closing
예문공's recent project had the aim of highlighting how female artists have coped during these difficult times.
When We Are Women artists attempts to highlight the work of several females that reflects our modern predicament.
The final day of the exhibition is this Tuesday and it closes at 7pm.
When We Are Women Artists
온수공간, Mapo-gu
Free Entry
For more information, click here.
Wednesday 22nd
Shoegaze/Dream-pop DJ night
Our very favourite place in the world, Pet Sounds, isn't just hosting our launch night this week. They have a series of cool music nights that take place between now and Thursday.
One of the highlights of which is their Chuseok closing party - a tribute to all things shoegaze.
DJ High will be playing a mix of music from the likes of MBV, Low, Cocteau Twins and M83.
Shoegaze Night with DJ High
Pet Sounds, Itaewon
Free Entry
For more information, click here.
Thursday 23rd
CHS live
And rounding up our week of events is a live show by one of the most incredible bands working on the current Korean scene.
CHS are, in many ways, Korea's answer to Khruangbin; a luxurious and eccentric blend of psychedelia and funk.
Next week they'll be playing a live show at Nodeul Live House in Yongsan-gu. It promises to be a fantastic show but with a tiny caveat - tickets are ₩77,000. We think it will be worth it, though.
CHS Live
Nodeul Live House, Yongsan-gu
₩77,000
For more information, click here.
Thursday 23rd
CHS live
And rounding up our week of events is a live show by one of the most incredible bands working on the current Korean scene.
CHS are, in many ways, Korea's answer to Khruangbin; a luxurious and eccentric blend of psychedelia and funk.
Next week they'll be playing a live show at Nodeul Live House in Yongsan-gu. It promises to be a fantastic show but with a tiny caveat - tickets are ₩77,000. We think it will be worth it, though.
For more information, click here.
