korean punk makes a comeback

[loverboy.livejournal.com]

After an all too long hiatus, punk band 99anger has finally returned with a new full length album that from what little I've heard so far is quite catchy and sounds great. The band's vocalist Hyun Lee answered a few questions for Indieful ROK:

Who are 99anger?
99ANGER formed by Hyun Lee on Jeju Island 1997.
99ANGER plays Punk/hardcore/emo/indi.
99ANGER is Hyun Lee (Guitar/Vocals), Jinsik Go (Bass/Vocals), HyunJin Hwang (Drums).

What does the new album sound like?
You tell me! Fucking awesome!
This album is very special to all of us. For the first time, we worked with a producer. It was really meaningful and important experiences as a band member. Now I feel like I'm professional : )

Can we expect any promotional activities outside of Korea?
I hope so. Let me talk to the boss about it. I want to go on a tour 24/7 365

What's the music scene like on Jejudo?
I heard it's dead. Please form a band and play shows, people!!!

Though the album was released September 9, the album release show won't be until September 26 where other awesome punk bands like Same Old Story and special guest Amature Amplifier also will make appearances.

If you wish to learn more on 99anger, KoME has a longer interview from the beginning of the year.

sources: Indieful ROK, 99anger @myspace, kimhwanartcom @youtube

Comments

[leap4detonation.livejournal.com]

It's more like pop-punk, but it's still pretty cool that something other than pop is getting recognition... It is, right? << >> Seriously, the only other Krock band I've heard is The TRAX. D:

[loverboy.livejournal.com]

lol everybody always mentions The TRAX when it comes to k-rock. There's so much more (and better) out there!

[trajectory.livejournal.com]

holy fuck they have a new album??? akira shock

[nashirah.livejournal.com]

I LOL'D at your Nobuta wo produce reference XDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD

[iheartdarkblue.livejournal.com]

This song reminds me a little bit of Blink 182.
I'm not really into this type of rock but I hope this helps bring genres outside of pop more exposure and popularity with Koreans. ^_______^

[ashiva.livejournal.com]

TBH it's kinda of mediocre, run of the mill punk.

[shincaru.livejournal.com]

It is, but you need to start somewhere. E.g. People have a boner for Nell and think they're groundbreaking or smthg, but they just sound like early Linkin Park for a number of albums.

Honestly the western rock scene can be just as derivative and boring - it's only that the Korean sound is following a trend that has already passed for us over here.

[jaejoongxyuno07.livejournal.com]

The only other Kpoppunk I've heard is Happyface.
These guys are pretty good though. :]

[xshinebrighterx.livejournal.com]

i love happyface.

[ex-holdhear.livejournal.com]

I got all excited, because the first Korean band I ever listened to was Shorty Cat, and the thought of having more Korean punk to listen to made me happy. But Idk. I'm not feelin' it.

[xradiostatic.livejournal.com]

they're decent. not something i'd necessarily listen to again (not a really big fan of pop-punk), but it's nice to hear about some k-rock. :]

I though you were talking abt JAEBUM

[pandatablo.livejournal.com]

When I read korean punk makes a comeback I thought Jay was coming back lol

Re: I though you were talking abt JAEBUM

[ryoflame.livejournal.com]

:(

[devourlove.livejournal.com]

Well, not the best i've ever heard...at all...but both this and The Pony (???) seem to be an awakening of something other than pop, so it's a start ^^

sticking with J-rock/Eng-rock/eng-Indie though

[iheartdarkblue.livejournal.com]

Indie? There's a really good Korean indie band by the name of The Black Skirts. They sing in Korean, English, AND Spanish XD. You should check them out!

[freezing-flames.livejournal.com]

OMG I love this music sfm *__*

[des-akazim.livejournal.com]

Anyone remember cherry filter? that's some quality punky pop rock thing, come on BD

[loverboy.livejournal.com]

I listened to their new album the other day. I didn't really like it. :(

Can I pimp C- Rock?

[cfensi.livejournal.com]

I'm sad they didn't go to the Modern Sky Festival. Bear-biscuit needs moar love.

Re: Can I pimp C- Rock?

[loverboy.livejournal.com]

I love those guys sfm.

[pickychu.livejournal.com]

I dig it. Like someone said earlier, it reminds me of Blink 182.

Another good Krock band is A.Tract. They remind me of The TRAX but they're still great in my book.

[theheartless69.livejournal.com]

Agreed^^

[puchuu.livejournal.com]

it's the korean version of ellegarden
definitely not punk.
but I like :Db

[vanillacat.livejournal.com]

I'm a massive ELLEGARDEN fan, and I didn't think this was nearly as good. :/ sry2say. But I guess I can hear the comparison?

[carrotsandroses.livejournal.com]

While it's nice to see something other than K-pop get some attention, this song is pretty...meh.

Shameless pimpin

[iheartdarkblue.livejournal.com]

They sing in Korean + English!

Another one for u indie lovers :D

[iheartdarkblue.livejournal.com]

[iheartdarkblue.livejournal.com]

I looked them up and I like them. Very easy listening.

[julesce.livejournal.com]

Where's the distortion, feedback, and screaming?

Punk is not punk without these 3 crucial ingredients.

Also, "I'm here for the music"..... ???? WHAT ARE YOU GUYS, THE JONAS BROTHERS??? "I feel angry" is not "FUCK YOUR GOD"

conclusion: not punk. Try again, Korea.

[happyiris.livejournal.com]

i think you're thinking more along the lines of metal...

[pivotandsway.livejournal.com]

this sounds like old Brand New so I actually kinda like it.

[iheartdarkblue.livejournal.com]

LOL. OLD BRAND NEW. *chuckles*


I remember when I was a fan (albeit casual) of them.
And I-e-i-e-i will Die-e-i-e-i all alooone

[meccamputech.livejournal.com]

eh.
i think i'll stick with nell.

[dominique-franc.livejournal.com]

liking these krock/indie music posts

but these guys :/ sorry

[vanillacat.livejournal.com]

I don't know, I might listen to it for some mindless fun music.

I liked what Seo Taiji was doing circa 7th Issue, but Atomos was a major letdown imho.

[boomclub.livejournal.com]

What does the new album sound like?
You tell me! Fucking awesome!

lol why do i find this funny?
im cracking up right now