In our new column, Culture Collide Artist Spotlights, we highlight one act on our festival lineup.

If we had to describe the music of Korean trio  LOVE X STEREO in one word… dance-y! Since going electric in 2011, the once punk band has been working to create their own sound, transcending the bounds of standard K-Pop. After releasing EP Glowin 2013, the group started to gain international recognition. They caught our eye last year at CMJ and we cant wait to get them back this year.

See them at Culture Collide LA and SF.

Catch the dance fever and bop to their latest video “Fly Over.”

But before they hit the US, Annie, Toby, and Sol of LOVE X STEREO tell us what they LOVE about their hometown of Seoul, Korea.

Where are you from? Seoul, Korea

What current city do you call home? Seoul

Describe the perfect day in Seoul. Perform a great show… and then drink some beer with our friends.

What is your favorite place for happy hour? Hangang River

What is your favorite landmark? National Museum of Korea

What is your favorite undiscovered gem? Nuridream Square food court

What is your favorite neighborhood? Hapjeong/Sangsu area – it’s artsy, tasteful, and quieter than Hongdae area. And the food is great.

What is your favorite dive bar? Magpie

What is the best place for coffee? Tailor coffee

Where is a late-night haunt we may catch you at? Shall We Fish

Best live music venue? Club Freebird, Freebird2, and FF

Best spot for shawarma? Around Seoul Central Mosque (Itaewon)

Best play to still buy records? Hyang Records

What is one record you recently purchased there? London Grammar — If You Wait

Recommended hotel for someone visiting? Sophia Guesthouse

Favorite apparel boutique? A-Land

Favorite locally brewed beer or distilled spirit? Magpie

LA Culture Collide is 3 days (October 16-18), more than 60 bands for only $30. Buy tickets at culturecollide.com/latix.
SF Culture Collide is 2 days (October 14 & 15), more than 40 bands for only $20. Buy tickets at culturecollide.com/sftix. 

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