AsiaPOP! ~ Us & Them: Korean Indie Rock in a K-Pop World + God of Universe

Tuesday, September 10 at 7 PM

The Habib Institute for Asian Studies presents documentary US & THEM: KOREAN INDIE ROCK IN A K-POP WORLD followed by a performance by GOD OF UNIVERSE, a punk band from Seoul. 

The documentary follows several of Korea’s most well-known indie bands as they embark on their first US tours in 2011. The spotlight lands in particular on Crying Nut, the endearing godfathers of Korean underground rock; the stylish RockTigers, Korea’s most successful rockabilly band; and Whatever That Means…, a melodic punk band led by a married couple–bass player Trash and her American guitarist husband. The documentary’s compelling portrait of the Korean indie scene offers sharp insights into a society that is in the midst of frequently dizzying change. The film is narrated by noted Korean-American musician Mike Park of Skankin’ Pickle and the B. Lee Band and the founder of DIY label Asian Man Records.

Rated: Not Rated | 39 min | Tickets: Free