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Music Festivals 2018: SXSW Rebrands Its Korea Spotlight
Korea Spotlight is the new name for the Korean Creative Content Agency's sixth annual showcase at SXSW 2018. Formerly known as K-Pop Night Out, the 18+ event will take place on March 16 at Austin, Texas' the Belmont. The event promises a packed lineup, including indie rockers Hyukoh, tropical fusion group Kard, and newcomers Say Sue Me.
Other Korean artists to catch in Texas will be Cifika, whose Jan. 14 Momom YouTube is spinning into higher views, and rappers DPR Live. Korean R&B will be out in force as well with Crush and Lee Hi.
SXSW is always an opportunity to broaden horizons and become exposed to new sounds and visions. Fans and industry members alike will sure be eager to explore these poised Korean talents who are all trending even as the K-pop wave rises higher and higher.
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