Amplify Korea Podcast (Angle Magazine)
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| 02 Sep 2020 | Episode 100: Igloo, Seoulmoon, UltraLazy | 00:40:24 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 100 of Amplify Korea takes a look back at some releases I missed, along with a collection of new songs released over the last week or so. With Covid numbers still rising in Korea I’m not comfortable promoting any live events just yet. Thankfully, there’s still a lot of great music to listen to, and a number of Bandcamp links where you can support the bands by buying their music. Playlist
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| 15 Oct 2020 | Episode 104: Dongyang Gozupa, Galaxy Express, Electric Planet Five | 00:47:23 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 104 has new music from Galaxy Express, Roots Redeem, Electric Planet Five, and more. There's also news on live shows by Soumbalgwang, Dongyang Gozupa, Gong Joong Geu Neul and 5but. Supporters of the Angle Magazine Patreon can also get exclusive access to a short interview with Billy Carter ahead of their show in Busan on Saturday night. Playlist
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| 06 Aug 2020 | Episode 96: Talkbats, Adios Audio, Wings of the Isang | 00:43:13 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 96 has new music from Talkbats, Chu Da Hye, GoryMurgy, and Closet Radio, along with news on events by The Tunas, Kwon Tree, Vanillare, and more. There’s also news on all the shenanigans around World Domination Vol.2, which was released through World Domination Inc. There’s a release show at Club Sharp in Seoul this Saturday, and a 7” record to pick up from Bandcamp. Playlist
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| 01 Jul 2020 | Episode 91: Cotoba, Audrey No, Saebyeok | 00:27:24 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 91 features news on live shows in Seoul, Gimhae and Daegu, including one with live streaming on YouTube. There’s also new music from Seoul bands Audrey No and Cotoba. Playlist
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| 19 Aug 2020 | Episode 98: Kim Sawol, Cifika, Alary-Kansion | 00:55:11 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 98 has a host of new releases, with details on a bunch of shows happening in Seoul and Jeju. There are previews of new albums by Lubless, Dragonfly Trio, and Cifika, along with new singles by Kim Sawol, Alary Kansion, Rum Kicks, and Yeseo. There is still a backlog of new music that I’m trying to squeeze in to the show each week, this is the first time I’ve picked 12 tracks for the show. Given the current situation with Covid-19 outbreaks around the country, be sure to double check shows are still going ahead before you go out. If you do go to a show, don’t forget your mask. Playlist
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| 17 Oct 2020 | Amplify Extra 01: Billy Carter | 00:18:20 | |
Episode NotesAmplify Extra is a new addition to the Amplify Korea podcast, available to supporters of the Angle Magazine Patreon account. This one is going out free to all as it’s the first episode. I talked with Jiwon and Jina of Billy Carter about their set for Soumbalgwang’s album release show, and some of their favorite music right now. Their new album Don’t Push Me is out now on Electric Muse. Links | |||
| 08 Jul 2020 | Episode 92: Universe Mongae, Sick Jeff, Platform Stereo | 00:32:13 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 92 has new music from acts in Jeju and Seoul, with news on events in Busan, Daegu, Seoul, and Jeju. Check out the links in the show notes for more music you can buy from these bands over on Bandcamp. Playlist
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| 08 Oct 2020 | Episode 103: Kim Il Du, Park Jong Beom, Xeuda.sun | 00:35:05 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 103 is a short one, with a handful of new releases to share. As the numbers are still relatively high in Korea, I'm not comfortable sharing news on live shows just yet, though there are some going on if you are inclined to search them out. There's a new "sad dance" album from Kim Il Du, along with new releases from Xeuda.sun, Park Jong Beom, Curvy, and more. Playlist
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| 19 Dec 2020 | Episode 109: Christmas 2020 | 00:40:41 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 109 is a mix of Christmas music old and new. It's the last episode of the year before a break for the holidays. Playlist
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| 27 May 2020 | Episode 86: Kim Il Du, Band 88, Wedance | 00:32:37 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 86 brings news on free shows in Daegu and Busan, and one great line up in Seoul. There's also first plays for new bands Citibeck and Josee Hash from Daegu, and news on the first album by Band 88. Playlist
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| 11 Jun 2020 | Episode 88: Cloudian, Crystal Tea, Dead Buttons | 00:30:33 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 88 previews the final show at Club Realize, which is also the 10th anniversary of the venue. There's also news on No Mercy Fest volume 11, live shows in Seoul and Daegu, and the final few events of the Daegu Indie Music Festival's Screen Attack, made by Indie 053. Playlist
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| 22 Apr 2020 | Episode 81: Oh Chill, Hoksimolla, MB Jones | 00:31:30 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 81 shares news on live streams by Oh Chill, 88, and Vanda. There's also new music from Busan and Daejeon, including a new single by duo Hoksimolla. Playlist
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| 13 Aug 2020 | Episode 97: Wesh Wesh, Dead Chant, Rainbow99 | 00:42:55 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 97 has new music from Wesh Wesh, Rainbow99, Dead Chant, and UZA & Cat Psalm. There’s also news on events taking place in Busan, Jinhae Marine Park, Seoul, and streaming online. Playlist:
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| 24 Sep 2020 | Episode 102: Billy Carter, Soumbalgwang, Platform Stereo | 00:44:52 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 102 of Amplify Korea has 10 new releases to share from acts in Busan, Daegu, and Seoul. There are new albums from Soumbalgwang and Billy Carter. Both releases are stuffed full of great tracks, I couldn't choose just one for the show this week. You can also hear a demo from The Plums, who were one of 8 Daegu acts featured on Bandcamp Daily in a piece written by Genius bass player Steve Chang. Playlist
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| 27 Nov 2020 | Episode 106: Notsun Muhwagwa, Fog, Laybricks | 00:52:47 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 106 of Amplify Korea is a catch up on music released over the last month or so. After one month without a working internet connection, there's a lot of music to delve through, with a whole bunch of new releases from all over the country. From Busan there are first releases by Notsun Muhwagwa and Hathaw9y. Jeju singer-songwriter E So returns with a new single, while Seoul's DTSQ released their much anticipated second album, Moon Juice and Space Biscuits. Also out of Seoul, there's new music from Oh Hee Jung, Laybricks, Fog, Cotoba, Ahn Dayoung, and Uza & Shane, while Changwon based mcthfg released album Immigrant Songs celebrating 11 years of life in Korea. Playlist
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| 04 Dec 2020 | Episode 107: H a lot, Ego Function Error, Traitor | 00:38:49 | |
Episode NotesContinuing the catch up on new releases over the last month or two, episode 107 has new singles from Rappelkopf, On The Green, 초개, and more. There's also news on compilation album We Do It Together, an EP from Hoksimolla, and new albums by Busan's nu-death metal band Traitor, Shirts Boy Frank, and H a lot. Playlist
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| 30 Apr 2020 | Episode 82: Itta, Jellyboy, Uza | 00:32:25 | |
Episode NotesRecently I posted a question on Instagram stories asking if followers wanted the podcast to cover all of Korea, or to keep the focus on the scenes outside of Seoul. The response was overwhelmingly in favor of covering all of the country. It's hard to break the habit of only looking at music from the south, so episode 82 is a dive into the Seoul music scene, and I'll play some new releases that caught my attention over the last few weeks and months. Playlist
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| 12 Dec 2020 | Episode 108: JuliaDream, Tengger, Cloudian | 00:47:31 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 108 has new music from acts in Busan, Gwangju, Daegu, and Seoul. There's news on albums JuliaDream and 1/N, along with EP releases by Gwangju's 9Dreamer, Busan's Cloudian, and Seoul's Pago and KOHO de Seúl. Both 88 and Tengger feature on new compilation albums, while UZA, Cat Psalm, and Universe Mongae have a new collaboration out. The last few weeks have been a struggle to keep the podcast running to schedule, and I've had no time to follow up on new episodes of Amplify Extra. With winter holidays coming up, I hope to get back on track and have everything running smoothly by the new year. Playlist
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| 24 Jun 2020 | Episode 90: Yeseo, End These Days, Lang Lee | 00:32:03 | |
Episode NotesThis week covers new music from Yeseo, End These Days, and Lang Lee, along with news on live shows in Jeju by Kang Asol & Im Bora, and a number of acts at Club Day & Night. Desert Flower play an EP release show in Seoul, and 88 celebrate the release of their first full length album in Busan. Playlist
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| 29 Jul 2020 | Episode 95: Ha Heonjin Band, Cowchips, Winningshot | 00:44:27 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 95 has new music from Busan bands Hoppers and Cowchips, with news on events in Jeju, Busan, and Seoul. PlaylistEvenif - City Lights LinksBanana Moon (Bandcamp Winning Shot (Bandcamp) Wedance (Bandcamp) | |||
| 03 Apr 2020 | Episode 78: Bosudong Cooler, Masstige, Gumiho | 00:26:07 | |
Episode NotesIn episode 78 I bring you new music from Daegu and Busan, along with news of a live show in Jeonju by Gumiho. New band Hathaway have shared their first song, while Soumbalgwang have put 3 demos from their upcoming full length album online. Playlist: LinksBosudong Cooler - Bandcamp | |||
| 17 Sep 2020 | Episode 101: Roots Redeem, Gong Joong Geu Neul, Say Sue Me | 00:57:06 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 101 is full of new music from the last month, including Say Sue Me's contribution to the Busan Biennale, a new digital single from Roots Redeem, and more music from Daegu, Busan, and Seoul. With Covid-19 numbers going down, but still not clear, I'm still not comfortable sharing event information just yet. On the other hand, there's been so much new music to try and keep on top of, it's a welcome break to stay home and listen. I also don't have much choice, as this episode was recorded from quarantine after returning to Korea last week. I'm also dealing with an ear infection, so apologies if there are any sound issues in this weeks show that I didn't catch. Playlist
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| 04 Jun 2020 | Episode 87: South Carnival, LEENALCHI, The Solutions | 00:34:47 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 87 has news on a live streaming festival, along with new music out of Jeju, Seoul, Busan, and Daegu. Indie053 has organized 6 days of live streams which feature a host of Daegu acts, while in Seoul you can catch Goosedown playing live at AOR. Playlist
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| 13 May 2020 | Episode 84: Banana Moon, Desert Flower, Blad | 00:31:43 | |
Episode NotesWith the resurgence of Covid-19 cases in Korea, many shows have been cancelled this week. As a result there's a lot of new music to check out, with Daegu bands Santalking and Hon'z, Busan's Hathaway, Desert Flower from Seoul, and Banana Moon from Jeju all putting out new songs recently. Playlist
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| 26 Aug 2020 | Episode 99: Silica Gel, Big Baby Driver, Jangmyungsun | 00:51:54 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 99 focuses solely on new music in a week where events are cancelled all over the country. There are new releases from nine different acts. There are also 2 demos from bands in Busan and Daegu. Finally, there’s information on a great Tumblbug project by Big Baby Driver that needs your support. Check the notes below for the link, and a whole host of Bandcamp pages to add to your wishlist. With the current Covid-19 situation in Korea, most shows are cancelled. While there are still some going ahead at the time of recording, the numbers are getting quite scary, and the last thing the scene needs is a new cluster connected to a music show. Playlist
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| 20 May 2020 | Episode 85: Polyp, Hoppers, Kirara | 00:34:05 | |
Episode NotesA number of shows are taking place this week, though all require the use of masks and hand sanitizer, and recording names, contact numbers and body temperature. There's also new music from Polyp and Dabda, and a 42 track compilation album in support of GBN Live House in Seoul. Playlist
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| 22 Jul 2020 | Episode 94: Coreyah, Hoksimolla, Notsun Muhwagwa | 00:39:52 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 94 has new music from Coreyah, Hoksimolla, Shin Hantae & The Reggae Soul, and more. Plus news on events in Busan, Daegu, and Seoul. Check the podcast’s Instagram and Facebook pages for a selection of more events taking place in both Seoul and the South. Playlist
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| 08 Apr 2020 | Episode 79: Monoflo, Platform Stereo, Polyp | 00:39:37 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 79 has first plays from 3 new Busan bands, alongside 3 new releases from the city of Daegu. There are a number of new bands taking inspiration from shoegaze and dream pop, which has been under represented in the south in recent years. There's also news on the future direction of this podcast. Be sure to give feedback and let me know what you think of it. Playlist:
1. Sang Myung Shim - Now I Know Links | |||
| 20 Jan 2021 | Episode 110: Leaves Black, Neon Bunny, Meaningful Stone | 00:27:35 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 110 is the final episode of Amplify Korea hosted by myself, Philip Brett. Due to time commitments at work, it's the end of a run of 4 years of shows. Given this is episode 110 you can probably tell it's not been the most consistent of runs over those 4 years, with a number of changes since it started out as the Angle Magazine Podcast, changing to AMP, and finally settling on Amplify Korea. It's not all sad news though, with the awesome Michael Keogh taking over hosting duties, and bringing new energy and fresh ideas to the podcast starting from the next episode. Playlist
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| 21 Oct 2020 | Episode 105: Zandari Festival Preview | 00:50:07 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 105 has new music from Balloonfish, DTSQ, Moonsomoon, and more. There's also a preview of Zandari Festival which is taking place online this weekend. And if that's not enough for you, there's news on more live shows around the country, including Tierpark in Seoul, Leaves Black in Busan, and T Festa in Tongyeong which runs from October 21st until the 25th. Playlist
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| 15 Apr 2020 | Episode 80: Crystal Tea, Girin, E So | 00:26:50 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 80 has news on one live show on Jeju by E So, who also released her 2nd digital single of 2020. There's more new music from Busan and Daegu, including a comeback EP by Busan's Crystal Tea, and catch ups on other releases from the last few months. Playlist
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| 11 Mar 2020 | Episode 75: Daegu New Music Special | 00:34:32 | |
Episode NotesWith the corona virus shutting down events all over, this week focuses on the new releases that have come from the city of Daegu since the last episode. I've got 8 must-hear tracks for you including the latest from Drinking Boys & Girls Choir, an old classic from Dogstar, and the first release from new band 신도시 (New City). Playlist
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| 15 Jul 2020 | Episode 93: Telefly, Fruits Bunny, Reseters | 00:38:50 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 93 has new music from Ulsan, Busan, and Seoul, including new albums from Dead Buttons and Telefly. There’s news on live shows in Seoul and Busan, but there are many more live events I couldn’t get around to this week. Check out the Amplify Korea instagram for more information. Playlist
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| 25 Mar 2020 | Episode 77 - New Music Catch-up | 00:28:18 | |
Episode NotesVarious new releases from bands outside of the major cities of Busan and Daegu. There's a new album from Changwon band Paper River, along with new single releases by Jeju singer-songwriter E So, Ulsan duo Lossom, and Gwangju's Monkey Pee Quartet. Playlist:
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| 18 Mar 2020 | Episode 76: Busan New Music Special | 00:35:01 | |
Episode NotesI continue my catch up of new releases from the last few months, this time focusing on Busan. I've got 9 tracks for you this week, though still not enough to cover all the new releases. I might make a second Busan episode another week. Featuring a new version of an old favorite by Say Sue Me, some chill tracks from singer-songwriters Vanda and Momentsyumi, and a just released track from Wussami. Playlist:
1. Sidecar - Mold Linkshttps://sidecarkorea.bandcamp.com/album/mold https://www.wdikorea.com/product-page/sidecar-mold-7-inch-record-wdi018 https://soumbalgwang.bandcamp.com/album/gwangan-surf https://saysueme.bandcamp.com/album/good-for-some-reason-winter-spring | |||
| 20 Jun 2020 | Episode 89: Tengger, Ahn Da Young, Shin Hae Gyeong | 00:29:00 | |
Episode NotesThis week the podcast is a little late coming out due to a spinal injury, and as a result the focus is more on new music than live shows. There's new music from acts in Seoul, Daejeon, Daegu, and Busan. Playlist
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| 06 May 2020 | Episode 83: Igloo, Animal Divers, Jjangyou | 00:31:13 | |
Episode NotesEpisode 83 starts with Fine, and finishes with I'll Be Fine. It was not intentional, but a nice message to run with as everyone continues to deal with the chaos of Covid-19. There's new music from Igloo, Here O, Chicken Cage, and Jjangyou, covering Daegu, Ulsan, and Busan between them. There's also news on 3 live shows between Seoul and Busan. Playlist
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