#SAVEOURSTAGES

In particular, indie-music is completely losing its place as the independent music venues themselves disappears. Thus, the success of the ‘Save Our Stages’ in the United States gave new hope and warmth to the whole world. The American 'Save Our Stages' campaign provided artists with the opportunity to create music again, and by allowing music to flow back to the venues, it gave great joy to our neighbors and friends who were struggling with COVID-19. K-pop is loved by people all over the world now more than ever, and it has given them a lot of happiness. However, We believe that the potential of Korean music is not limited to a few stars, but can also comes from a lot of musicians who are growing as they meet the audience at the independent music venues.

This is because it’s difficult to endure the situation where rent and labor costs still need to be paid even though the strictest quarantine measures have caused most venues to lose the opportunity to generate revenue.

We can’t solve this difficulty all at once, but we took the first step from a desperate desire to preserve the community of indie-music centered on independent music venues. For a week, famous and diverse musicians will perform live music at several independent music venues, and audiences can buy tickets and participate in the festival online.

The entire festival is organized by C.O.D.E., a non-profit organization that pursues an open culture. Code will not receive any profit from this festival. All profits are allocated to the actual cost of the festival and to the independent music venues and musicians who participated in the festival.

Music is a valuable cultural asset that can bring many people together during difficult times and give them comfort and hope. Anyone who loves K-pop, as well as anyone who is interested in indie-music and wants to help them rise, is welcome. You can meet many famous musicians and new musicians who might become k-pop stars in the future at this festival. All you have to do is promote the festival and enjoy it.