At LKL, we’ve been vaguely aware of the existence of the SXSW festival in Texas largely because of the occasional Korean indie artist whose CV includes appearances there. For the very first London edition of SXSW there seems to be a very different vibe, with an evening of electronic club music in Brick Lane curated by Seoul Community Radio featuring seven Korean producers / musicians / DJs performing back-to-back. The official page of the evening can be found here.
Seoul Community Radio (SCR) is a dynamic platform at the forefront of South Korea’s underground music scene. Established in 2015, SCR provides a vital space for local talent to showcase cutting-edge electronic music, alongside welcoming international artists visiting the city. As an online radio station, creative hub, and event producer, SCR bridges the gap between Korea’s underground culture and global audiences.
Committed to fostering inclusivity and collaboration, SCR amplifies the voices of emerging artists while working with established acts, creating a diverse and ever-evolving community. The platform’s innovative approach has attracted partnerships with major global brands like Nike, Umbro, and Jim Beam, as well as cultural institutions, further solidifying its influence within the music and creative industries.
Beyond broadcasting, SCR is a cultural force, curating events (e.g. world’s first rave in a Korean Sauna) and producing original content to promote Korea’s vibrant music scene on the world stage. Through its unique blend of local authenticity and global outreach, Seoul Community Radio has become a beacon for independent music lovers and creatives, shaping the future of underground culture both at home and abroad.
Yunji
6:00 – 6:45 PM – (45 mins)
Genres: Drum & Bass – Electronic – Garage – Pop
Yunji is a DJ/producer based in Seoul, creating electronic music shaped by soft emotional flow and smooth chord work. Her sound moves freely across genres, always anchored by a distinct musical tone.
Debuting in 2021 with her single “Underwater Fairytale,” accompanied by a self-directed music video in which she also performed. Since then, she has expanded her creative range through production work for K-pop artists such as EXO-SC, Giriboy, and PENTAGON.
She joined KPOP ScreaM North America Tour — presented by SM Entertainment’s dance music label, ScreaM Records, delivering genre-blending DJ sets to audiences across the U.S. and Canada.
Through her YouTube DJ mixsets, she shares her love for UKG, dub, breaks, and more, amassing over 670K views and building a growing global audience.
She continues to explore the connection between music and visuals, crafting music as a complete artistic experience.
Coziest
6:45 – 7:30 PM – (45 mins)
Genres: Dub – Garage – Grime
Coziest is a producer and DJ based in Seoul. Based on UK electronic music, songs released in their own way by reinterpreting various genres such as Uk Garage, Dub, Grime, and Jungle are presented to the audience.
It has consistently released remix versions of already-made songs by Soundcloud and bandcamp, and in the second half of last year, it also participated in [K-POP ScreaM1], a project carried out by ScreaM Records, attracting a lot of attention from the audience.
7ip7o3
7:30 – 8:15 PM – (45 mins)
Genres: Electronic – Techno
7ip7o3 (Tiptoe) is a Seoul-based DJ and producer who captivates audiences with her fluid sound that centers around Break and Electro while transcending traditional genre boundaries.
She is currently a resident DJ at the globally influential UK radio station Rinse FM, where she shares her distinctive sets and musical sensibility with a diverse international audience.
Recently expanding her presence as a producer, she has been steadily building her discography through collaborations with international labels such as Moveltraxx, Ovelha Trax, and TETE VIDE. Balancing the instinct of a DJ with the precision of a producer, she moves seamlessly across regions and genres, creating a unique movement of her own.
Rooted in the energy of Korea’s underground scene, her music carries a strong sense of tension and velocity, maintaining a distinct identity even amidst the rapidly evolving global music landscape.
The Deep
8:15 – 8:45 PM – (30 mins)
Genre: Electronic
The independent Korean artist The Deep has gained recognition for their unique blend of UKG, Y2K, and electronic sounds in singles like MUAH and BAPPI. Beyond songwriting and production, The Deep is deeply involved in various creative aspects, including mixing, artwork, video editing, and merchandise design.
Their recently released EP Electric Pink (2024) achieved global success, leading to collaborations with artists like DPR ARTIC and Waner Case.
With 58,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, The Deep is emerging as an electronic K-pop artist gaining international attention.
h4rdy
8:45 – 9:30 PM – (45 mins)
Genres: Drum & Bass – Dub – Garage – Grime
H4rdy is a Garage/House/Grime/Jungle producer and DJ from Korea. Well known for his K-pop remix projects and distinct melodic-headbanging sounds, his tunes have received worldwide recognition from listeners and DJs alike.
As a co-founder of the local crew ‘Deadbois’, along with Korean grime MC Damndef, H4rdy has worked on numerous collaboration projects with artists based in the UK, Canada, Japan and China.
He has performed in some of the most popular and well-respected venues in Seoul, including Cakeshop and the Henz Club, grabbing attention from not only local but also a more global audience.
Since being chosen as one of the finalists for Vans Musicians Wanted 2020, he is actively engaged in multiple collaboration projects with the top players across the Korean music scene.
Recently, his performance in the Boiler Room Seoul “Contemporary scenes” has attracted attention.
BLASÉ
9:30 – 10:00 PM – (30 mins)
Genres: Drill – Drum & Bass – Grime – Hip-Hop
BLASÉ (신영덕) is a South Korean rapper known for his bold sound and genre-blending approach to hip-hop. Debuting in 2018 with his EP 0, he has since gained recognition for his dynamic style, influenced by UK Drill, Jungle, and Bass music. BLASÉ rose to prominence through multiple appearances on Show Me the Money, reaching the finals in season 11. His 2022 album MultrillVerse showcased his versatility. With a fearless approach to music and a commitment to pushing boundaries, BLASÉ continues to shape the future of Korean hip-hop.
Mar Vista
10:00 – 10:45 PM – (45 mins)
Genres: Electronic – Garage – House – Techno
Up-and-coming producer and DJ, Mar Vista, has a deep passion for House, Garage, and upbeat tunes. The young talent, who is based in South Korea’s capital Seoul, has been obsessed with house music since he was young.
He started producing /DJing in 2019, He has the simple motto of “making people happy, laugh, and dance to the music”, and translates this into positive and danceable energy throughout his sets and certainly also in his productions.
After making his debut in 2019 and gaining recognition, he released “Cor 98” on the classic house label Nervous Records after working on London’s “Smashing Trax” and British house label “Eton Messy.” With the track, he made his name known, receiving support from House masters such as Mark Knight, Todd Terry, Scott Diaz, Moodena, and Born Dirty. The track was also ranked in the Traxsource TOP 3 and was selected for one of the best house tracks of 2019.
In 2020, he was named on the Beatport House charts with the release of “Turn Me On” on the Rising House label “Phoenix Music” and was supported by house masters such as David Guetta, Pete Tong, Anna Lunoe and Roger Sanchez, and also selected for official remixers of Chromeo and Born Dirty.
In Korea, he not only released EXO-SC and Girls’ Generation’s remix projects, but also participated in the SMTOWN Winter Album in 2022 and performed on [SMTOWN LIVE] for three consecutive years.
In 2023, more activities are expected, including signing on SM Entertainment’s electronic music label ScreaM Records and participating songs on the compilation album.
In 2024, he expanded his musical sight to fast & ravey hardhouse / hardgroove style, and released few dubs through soundcloud. His recent ‘Ghost Voices Dub’ got hyped, also self – released several tracks such as ‘POPPA TOOL’, ‘P U M P’, ‘YOU BRING LIGHT IN’, received support from masters such as KETTAMA, DJ Heartstring, Kyle Starkey, Sam Alfred, Ned Bennet, Club Angel, Clouds and many more.
He’s been a busy bee that he had a first Australian tour, played through several cities & gigs, participated in ULTRA KOREA 2024, WATERBOMB 2025, etc.
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