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The septet’s pansori-driven sound led to a Luaka Bop signing and a feature on Apple TV’s "Pachinko," expanding its international reach.
- Blending traditional Korean pansori with modern rock, Leenalchi has signed to David Byrne's Luaka Bop Records and appeared in Apple TV's "Pachinko."
- Composer Jang Young-gyu, who scored hit films "Train to Busan" and "The Wailing," founded the group to modernize pansori, a traditional Korean narrative genre.
- Band members recall early performances with significant pressure as they navigated a vast repertoire with limited rehearsal time, yet successfully mastered their complex setlist.
- International touring remains a priority for the group, with Jang Young-gyu seeking opportunities to perform at diverse global venues and festivals accessible by train.
- Their inclusion in major streaming projects like "Pachinko" signals growing international recognition for Korean alternative music, positioning Leenalchi as a cultural export bridging tradition and modernity.
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Go away with ... Leenalchi
Founded by Jang Young-gyu (who scored the hit films “Train to Busan” and “The Wailing”), Leenalchi is a unique alternative rock group that conveys its lyrics through the traditional Korean storytelling genre known as pansori. The septet is signed to…
·Billings, United States
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