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Time of India
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Epik High's Candid Conversation: Retirement Fears, Industry Insights, and Skipping Music Shows
Epik High When Legends Meet - A Candid Chat Between Veterans You know that moment when you're hanging out with your older cousins and they suddenly get real about life? That's exactly what happened when Epik High (Tablo, Mithra Jin, and DJ Tukutz) invited Super Junior's Eunhyuk, Donghae, and Shindong over for what they jokingly called a "3-on-3 meeting. " What was supposed to be light entertainment turned into one of those rare, unfiltered conversations that make you pause and think. The whole thing kicked off with typical variety show shenanigans - Eunhyuk doing his weirdly accurate USB sound impression (we've all been there, right?), Shindong showing off some gentle martial arts moves, and Donghae challenging Tukutz to an impromptu wrestling match. But somewhere between the laughs and the playful banter, these seasoned artists started talking about something we all secretly worry about - what happens when you're no longer the young, hot thing everyone's talking about? It felt like sitting in on a conversation between your favorite uncles who've seen it all but are still figuring things out. There's something deeply human about watching successful people admit they're scared too. The Fear That Keeps Everyone Up at Night When Eunhyuk dropped the question that probably haunts every working person - "Have you ever thought about how old you can be while still being active?" - you could practically feel the collective gulp. Mithra Jin tried to keep it zen with "until we naturally have to leave," but Tablo's answer hit like a punch to the gut. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo "When we hit exactly 10 years since debut, I felt this fear creeping in - 'Are we getting a bit old now?' New artists kept emerging, and I was scared that we'd have to stop whether we wanted to or not," he confessed. It's that sinking feeling you get when you realize your younger colleagues are getting promoted faster, or when you catch yourself not understanding the latest trends. Shindong's response made it even more real: "While preparing this album, we kept asking ourselves, 'Isn't this too old-fashioned for us to be doing?'" It's like when you're at a college fest and suddenly feel ancient, or when you use a reference that makes everyone stare at you blankly. That moment when you realize you might be on the wrong side of the generation gap. The Heartbreaking Truth About Stepping Back This is where Tablo shared something that'll simultaneously crack you up and break your heart. His explanation for why Epik High doesn't do music shows anymore is peak millennial existential crisis material. "I turned on the TV after a long time and saw a music show. All these young, gorgeous kids were performing, and then suddenly band Nell appeared. It felt like the video quality dropped," he said with the kind of brutal self-awareness that makes you want to hug him. The man literally texted Nell's Kim Jong-wan saying, "Let's just quit - both you and us." But then Tukutz came through with the most beautiful response ever: "There are probably friends who need those precious 4 minutes more than us. Aren't there kids who are more desperate than we are?" It's like when your mom saves the last piece of cake for your younger sibling because "they haven't had any yet" - frustrating but also incredibly sweet.
Time Out
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Epik High returns to Hong Kong on their Asia tour this year
Hong Kong's High Skools have something to really look forward to, as Epik High has confirmed the Hong Kong leg of their 2025 Asia tour. This will be the first time that the South Korean hip-hop group has performed on our shores in six long years – they went to Macau in 2024 and 2023 – so we're most definitely hyped for it. Epik High released their first mixtape Pump in June last year – a jazz-leaning melodic project that took the three members back to basics and experimenting after over 20 years of making chart-topping bangers – and then went on a tour of North America, but now they're bringing their undeniable artistry, heartfelt lyrics, and strong stage presence to Asia. Mark your calendars for September 14, when Tablo, Mithra Jin, and DJ Tukutz will take the stage at AXA Dreamland. Tickets run from $880 to $1,680, with VIP and SVIP ticket holders receiving early entry, holographic photo cards, Hong Kong-exclusive commemorative tickets, the chance to win autographed posters by raffle, and access to a group photo session with Epik High. Priority pre-sale begins on Wednesday, July 9 at 6pm exclusively on Off Grid, while general sales go live on July 23 at 12 noon on Klook. Concertgoers who have purchased their tickets before September 5 can participate in a lucky draw for special benefits, so keep an eye on their social media for winner announcements.
Time Out
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Epik High Asia Tour 2025
Hong Kong's High Skools have something to really look forward to, as Epik High has confirmed the Hong Kong leg of their 2025 Asia tour. This will be the first time that the South Korean hip-hop group has performed on our shores in six long years so we're most definitely hyped for it. Mark your calendars for September 14, when Tablo, Mithra Jin, and DJ Tukutz will take the stage at AXA Dreamland. Tickets run from $880 to $1,680, with VIP and SVIP ticket holders receiving early entry, holographic photo cards, Hong Kong-exclusive commemorative tickets, the chance to win autographed posters by raffle, and access to a group photo session with Epik High. Priority pre-sale begins on Wednesday, July 9 at 6pm exclusively on Off Grid, while general sales go live on July 23 at 12 noon on Klook. Concertgoers who have purchased their tickets before September 5 can participate in a lucky draw for special benefits, so keep an eye on their social media for winner announcements.
Korea Herald
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Rainy music for early monsoon
Try some Korean rainy-day classics as monsoon arrives eariler than usual "Umbrella" by Epik High Legendary hip-hop trio Epik High's 'Umbrella' — from its fifth studio album "Pieces, Part One" released in 2008 — is one of the most iconic songs that comes to mind whenever it rains in Korea. Written and arranged by Tablo, with rap lyrics by Tablo and Mithra Jin, the track features a poignant vocal performance by Younha. The song has become a seasonal staple, consistently returning to the charts during Korea's rainy season for many years. The calm, steady rapping of Epik High members, layered with emotional string melodies and Younha's soft yet expressive voice — evoking the image of falling raindrops — perfectly captures the melancholic mood of a rainy day. The sound of raindrops in the bridge enhances the immersive, sentimental atmosphere. 'You, Cloud, Rain' by Heize Released in 2017 as the title track of Heize's EP of the same title, 'You, Cloud, Rain' was written and composed by Heize herself. Though Heize is widely known for her rap skills, this song showcases her depth and emotional range as a vocalist with a smooth, soothing tone. The track opens with a jazz-influenced piano, and subtle raindrop sounds continue throughout the song, adding to its rainy-day ambiance. Heize's deep, husky voice shines while singing the lower melodies, adding to the track's moodiness. The song features Shin Yong-jae, a former member of vocal group 4MEN, whose powerful vocals beautifully complement Heize's, conveying the lingering emotions, regret and longing felt after a breakup. 'Rain and You' by Rumble Fish Originally featured in the 2006 film "Radio Star," "Rain and You" was remade by Rumble Fish for the band's 2008 cover album "Memory for You." At the time, Rumble Fish was a four-member rock band, but today, only vocalist Choi Jin-yi continues to perform under the same name as a solo act. Choi's sorrowful, hauntingly beautiful voice contrasts with the bold band instrumentation, creating a touching and powerful emotional balance. The lyrics express the irony of yearning for someone who has left, delivering a deeply relatable message of love and loss. Other than Rumble Fish's version, the song has become a modern classic, widely covered and remade by artists such as No Brain, Lee Mu-jin and Woodz, proving its lasting resonance and popularity.
South China Morning Post
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
How South Korea's music festival scene is getting bigger, louder and more diverse
It was an early summer day and, without a cloud in the sky, the temperature in Seoul Olympic Park hit 28 degrees Celsius (82 degrees Fahrenheit). But the rising heat did not deter Elena Joo from attending this year's Seoul Jazz Festival, with international headliners such as Thundercat, Jacob Collier and Lany, as well as chart-topping home favourites like Crush, Epik High and Jannabi. 'This is my first time going to the Seoul Jazz Festival after putting it off for the past few years,' said the 35-year-old Seoul native, clinging on to a picnic mat and other outdoor necessities like water bottles and a packed lunchbox. 'I knew that the festival happened every year in my neighbourhood. But it was when everyone started to talk about it like this big, one-of-a-kind annual event that I actually wanted to go.' There have been quite a number of large-scale music events in South Korea this year. EDC (Electric Daisy Carnival) Korea unofficially kicked off the festival season at the end of April with South Korean DJ Peggy Gou making a much-anticipated headliner appearance at Incheon's newly built Inspire Entertainment Resort. The audience braves the summer heat to watch the Yussef Dayes Experience on the main stage at the 2025 Seoul Jazz Festival. Photo: Seoul Jazz Festival The 17th edition of the Seoul Jazz Festival, held between May 30 and June 1, brought in a total of 46,000 attendees who shuttled between the main stage in 88 Lawn Field – the number in reference to the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games – the KSPO Dome and SK Olympic Handball Gymnasium, which are some of the biggest indoor concert venues in the country.
