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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
20 Years of Non-Stop Rock Mayhem: Pentaport 2025 Turns Up the Heat on Its Legendary Milestone!
Pentaport Rock Festival Unbelievable - It's Already Been 20 Wild Years of Rock Domination Whoa, wrap your head around this: Pentaport has been cranking out rock revolutions since 2006, and boom, it's already hit that epic 20th anniversary! What started as a gritty underdog event has morphed into Korea's unique dedicated rock festival, the kind that mixes killer riffs with big ideas like eco-friendliness, DIY energy, and bonds that last a lifetime. From August 1 to 3 at Incheon's Songdo Moonlight Festival Park, this year's bash pulled in tens of thousands of die-hard fans who powered through blistering heat for three straight days of heart-pounding action. Yep, we're talking crowds swelling to tens of thousands, transforming the whole park into a swirling ocean of mosh pits and pure euphoria, showing rock's heartbeat is still thumping strong in Korea. As the nation's standout rock-only extravaganza, it pulls in all sorts of folks, fueling a post-pandemic rock surge that's got everyone hyped. How Pentaport Evolved Into Korea's Ultimate Rock Powerhouse Over Two Decades Over these 20 years, Pentaport hasn't just survived - it's thrived, dodging financial curveballs and even skipping a couple of editions, only to come back fiercer and put Korea squarely on the world's music radar. It's like that band you root for from garage gigs to arena sell-outs, never losing its edge. This milestone edition cranked the nostalgia to max, highlighting how it's become the go-to spot where global heavyweights jam with homegrown heroes, creating a sound explosion that's uniquely Korean. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Fastest Selling Plots of Mysore from 40L | 40+ Amenities PurpleBrick Learn More Undo Inspiring waves of fans across generations, it's built a legacy of community and sustainability, proving rock isn't just music here - it's a full-blown cultural force. With attendance hitting tens of thousands this year alone, echoing highs like the 150,000 turnout in 2023 according to Korea Times, it's clear Pentaport's pull is massive and timeless. A Lineup That Made the 20th Anniversary an Absolute Rock Inferno Talk about a beast mode roster - 58 artists turned the stages into firestorms, honoring those 20 years with sets that roared from 10 AM to 10 PM daily. Headliners were pure legends: Britpop kings Pulp dropped their Korean debut after 47 years, blasting hits like "Common People" that whipped the crowd into total chaos. Grammy beast Beck stormed back after nine years with his alt-rock genius, while Japanese rockers Asian Kung-Fu Generation sealed day one with riffs that blended nostalgia and edge. Local powerhouses owned it too - punk vets Crying Nut celebrated their 30th with sweat-soaked fury that sparked insane mosh action. Fresh faces lit it up: QWER's girl-band rock edge converted skeptics on the spot, Jang Kiha brought clever charm, Glen Check delivered electro jolts, and Lee Seung-yoon poured out soulful fire. Super Rookie champs like Confined White and Creespy exploded with next-level innovation, and Milena added dreamy jazz vibes for those chill reflective beats. According to Korea Herald, it was an overdrive playlist that showcased Pentaport's two-decade nurture of punk roots to cutting-edge sounds, making every moment feel like rock history in the making.
Korea Herald
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival unveils 2nd lineup including Little Simz
Ten local and international acts added to the lineup The 2025 Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival has announced its second list of artists, featuring a diverse mix of musicians from both Korea and abroad. Performing in Korea for the first time at this year's Pentaport is British hip-hop artist and actress Little Simz. She rose to global acclaim after winning the Brit Award for Best New Artist and the Mercury Prize in 2022. Her 2021 studio album "Sometimes I Might Be Introvert" received widespread praise for its grand orchestration and deep personal story. The lineup also includes Japanese singer-songwriter Kaneko Ayano, known for her range from acoustic folk to garage rock, and Japanese rock trio Brandy Senki. Korean musicians joining the list include rock legends Jaurim and Crying Nut, promising high-energy performances, and Kim Min-kyu, frontman of beloved indie rock band Delispice and known for his emotive melodies. Genre-bending co-ed band Kardi, formed on JTBC's "Super Band 2" and known for fusing traditional Korean instruments like the geomungo with modern sounds, will also perform. Post-punk rock group Far East Asian Tigers will be back this year after thrilling audiences at Pentaport 2024. Last month, Pentaport made its first lineup announcement, featuring Pulp, Asian Kung-Fu Generation, Beabadoobee and Hyukoh x Sunset Rollercoaster, bringing the total number of announced artists now to over 40. The 2025 Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival will take place Aug. 1-3 at Songdo Moonlight Festival Park, Incheon.
