The Korea Music Label Industry Association (Korea Music Association) operates the indie music platform Kindi Lounge, which introduces four new releases in July that feature a deeper emotional intensity and an expanded musical spectrum. Singer-songwriter Chanmin, Kwon Soon-kwan, Deonte, and the band Weatherboat have each infused their own stories into their music with different styles and languages.
On the 9th, a new single titled "Blue Light" by singer-songwriter Chanmin (CHANMIN), affiliated with Sugar Record, was released. This new song is a track that further enhances the rock sound showcased in his second full album, expressing the lingering effects of what remains after Sayah's departure, abandoned dreams, and emotions from a brilliant past through refreshing rock sounds. Inspired synths, edgy melodies, and expressive vocals blend together to leave a deep resonance.
On the 15th, Kwon Soon-kwan, an artist affiliated with MPMG Music, released his first EP titled "Traveler" in five years. Based on the production capabilities shown through the "Scenes of a MOMENT" project, this EP delicately presents autobiographical narratives that liken 'life' to 'travel.'
On the 16th, Deonte (DEONTE), affiliated with Crepe Sound, revealed a more solidified musical world with the release of his first EP titled "SEEKER." Completely directed by him, this album comprises tracks with diverse atmospheres, infused with Deonte's characteristic explorative musicality, direction, and artistic concerns throughout the album.
Lastly, the new song "Wing Flutter" released by Weatherboat on the 21st is a piece that depicts the moment of soaring again after a fall. The intense rock sound and lyrics that capture the heartfelt cries of youth resonate deeply with listeners. Like the message, "I'll spread the wings that were growing inside me and fly toward the sun," the narrative of hope and recovery unfolds vividly over the rock sound. Weatherboat is currently building an audiovisual identity by combining sensory illustrations based on British modern rock.
Meanwhile, the Korea Music Association, which operates Kindi Lounge, plans to officially launch the small-scale popular music performance support project "Lalalaron" starting in August. "Lalalaron" is a project that provides practical stage opportunities to performance venues and indie artists across the country, aiming to enhance the diversity of popular music and promote regional music culture. In this project, a total of 150 artists will participate from 50 small-scale performance venues nationwide, with the lineup to be revealed sequentially in the future.
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