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In becoming a global phenomenon, K-Pop artists can now be heard on airwaves everywhere. There's themed music festivals, college clubs, and dance cover crews that replicate the hottest choreography in the industry. There's no doubt that the genre has grown exponentially since its humble beginnings, allowing even more audiences to discover the beauty of K-Pop. Alas, the Korean music scene has so much more to offer, aside from the pumping dance rhythm that K-Pop brings.
Korean indie music has a delicate touch whether it's introspective lyrics or a soothing acoustic melody. There are certain times of the day when it's just perfect to listen to a great indie artist — namely at night. Listening to indie artists at night provide an unforgettably healing experience to the average listener.
With that said, we've compiled a list of Korean indie artists you should definitely have on your nighttime playlist.
1. Car, the garden
While he made his debut in 2013, it was through winning SBS' music survival program, "The Fan", in 2019 that he started to see mainstream success. Since then, he's lent his voice to various K-Drama OSTs which include shows like "Marry My Husband", "Like Flowers In The Sand", "True Beauty", and so much more. His voice is absolutely soothing, making him the perfect company to a round of late night thinking.
2. Mingginyu
Listening to Mingginyu is an ethereal experience that's extremely hard to forget. She makes you feel as if you're floating on a cloud, drifting away to the kingdom of sleep. Her voice is akin to the sweetest lullaby, making her the perfect artist to have on your nighttime playlist.
3. KIMMUSEUM
K-Drama fans everywhere fondly remember KIMMUSEUM's contribution to the OST for the widely popular "Nevertheless". He's participated in many more OSTs since and has also released a number of original tracks. Each song is a breath of fresh air, transforming into a beacon of light in the darkness.
4. Heo HoyKyung
The singer-songwriter made her debut in 2021 and hasn't looked back since. Heo HoyKyung has become an absolute gift upon the Korean indie scene with her melodic vocals and heartwarming lyrics. Her songs are able to successfully pull on your heartstrings, making you soft and vulnerable from beginning to end. With this sentimentality, Heo HoyKyung makes the perfect addition to any nighttime playlist.
5. ALEPH
ALEPH brings you to the moon and back, making you believe it's possible to live amongst the stars. His vocals are tender and pure, leaving a deep imprint on your soul. If you ever need some background music while lost in thought, ALEPH should definitely be at the top of your playlist.
6. Coffeeboy
Coffeeboy has a storied career and a well-known artist within the Korean indie scene. His vocals are incredibly sweet, reminiscent of a warm spring day. The positivity and warmth from his tracks act as the perfect deterrent to everything the night throws at us.
7. Sweden Laundry
Sweden Laundry have outstanding duality, able to tackle upbeat melodies and slow, meaningful ballads. Their voices strike straight to the core of your heart where they grab hold and vow to never let go. While doing some self-reflection, you'll definitely want a song from Sweden Laundry playing in the background.
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