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15 - 24 November 2024

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K-Music 2023: JAMBINAI x LEENALCHI

K-Music 2023: JAMBINAI x LEENALCHI

Fri 10 November 2023

Stage time / 7:30pm

Doors / 7:00pm

Beyond Borders

Location

Southbank Centre / Queen Elizabeth Hall,
Belvedere Road
SE1 8 XX

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the K-Music Festival, the Korean music icons JAMBINAI and LEENALCHI are joining forces for an unforgettable double bill as part of the K-Music Festival in partnership with the EFG London Jazz Festival. This highly anticipated event promises to deliver a truly remarkable performance that will be cherished as a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

With their groundbreaking music, JAMBINAI have taken the Korean music scene by storm, igniting a global sensation. Their visionary fusion of intense post-rock sound combining folk, metal, jazz and ambient electronic elements creates an evocative and transformative musical experience that transcends boundaries, evoking a kaleidoscope of emotions and sonic voyage.

With their thrilled sound, JAMBIANI have wowed stages at major music festivals, including Glastonbury and Southbank Centre’s Meltdown. Building on the success of their award-winning album 'ONDA' on Bella Union, which included the prestigious Songlines Music Awards 2020 for Best Album in Asia, JAMBINAI now presents their highly anticipated EP, "Apparition. This remarkable release serves as a testament to their unparalleled talent reflecting the emotional odyssey of their tumultuous experiences during recent years, from the confines of lockdowns and shattered dreams to the invigorating resurgence of creativity and boundless hope.

Experience a mesmerizing blend of their top-selling tracks and brand-new compositions and witness the evolution of their extraordinary sound, as JAMBIANI takes the stage at the K-Music Festival to deliver an unforgettable musical experience that will leave you captivated.

LEENALCHI, the sensation that took the online world by storm with their unique musical creation, "Tiger Is Coming." This unique blend of danceable groove and musical storytelling, Sugungga has garnered millions of views, captivating audiences worldwide. The bassist and producer of LEENALCHI is a highly acclaimed figure in the contemporary Korean music scene, Jang Young Gyu. renowned as both a music director and a talented bassist, Jang has led numerous outstanding bands, including the unforgettable Uhuhboo Project and the mesmerizing Ssing Ssing, who transformed the Southbank Centre into a dynamic and vibrant dance hall in 2018., the sensation that took the online world by storm with their unique musical creation, "Tiger Is Coming." This unique blend of danceable groove and musical storytelling, Sugungga has garnered millions of views, captivating audiences worldwide. The bassist and producer of LEENALCHI is a highly acclaimed figure in the contemporary Korean music scene, Jang Young Gyu. renowned as both a music director and a talented bassist, Jang has led numerous outstanding bands, including the unforgettable Uhuhboo Project and the mesmerizing Ssing Ssing, who transformed the Southbank Centre into a dynamic and vibrant dance hall in 2018.

Last year marked LEENALCHI's triumphant London debut with their shows at The Coronet Theatre as part of "Tiger Is Coming tour 2022," a remarkable celebration of contemporary Korean art, performance, and culture. Their groundbreaking approach to music, blending electrifying rap and breathtaking vocal performances, combined with a focus on bass and drums, earned them three prestigious awards at the 18th Korean Music Awards, including Musician of the Year and Best Modern Rock Song.

Following their sensational performances in Europe in 2022, LEENALCHI is now set to captivate audiences at renowned festivals worldwide including Roskilde, Pohoda, Womad and the FMM festival in Portugal. LEENALCHI's highly anticipated new album is set to be released this autumn. The K-Music Festival will serve as the stage for the premiere of their new songs, providing an exclusive opportunity for attendees to be among the first to experience their latest creations in the UK.

‘It’s tempting to describe Jambinai’s sonic onslaught in purely apocalyptic terms…this is more akin to the power of the Big Bang and the start of something beautiful.’

- Julian Marszalek for PROG

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