With all eyes on the Asian music market, we are thrilled to present our next VMDO Links in partnership with Korea Spotlight & MU:CON Mixer by KOCCA.
Featuring an international panel of experts from Australia, Korea and Singapore, our VMDO Links x Korea Spotlight builds a meaningful exchange between the Victorian music industry, East Asia and Southeast Asia.
A global music showcase series presented by the KOCCA, Korea Spotlight champions the next wave of Korean cultural exports, connecting artists with new fans across the globe.
This year’s Korea Spotlight in Australia is produced in partnership with Live Nation. Launching in Naarm/ Melbourne for the first time, it includes a showcase featuring indie and electronic artists.
The VMDO Links panel is moderated by Jocelle Koh (Asian Pop Weekly founder), who will be joined by Howon Lee (KYTE co-founder), Haein Kim (ALPS) and Matt Tanner (Concord Music Publishing ANZ Vice President A&R).
After the panel, there will be a Q&A and an opportunity to meet the KOCCA team and other delegates visiting from Korea.
Tickets to VMDO Links are FREE, but bookings are essential.
Jocelle Koh is the founder of media platform Asian Pop Weekly and Asia’s first women’s music collective: fluffle. Her passion for Asian music comes from her time spent between Singapore and Australia. With over a decade of experience as a journalist, artist manager and digital content maker, Jocelle is a fierce advocate for women in the music industry.
Howon Lee has a rich and dynamic career in the music industry. Born in Seoul and raised in Seattle, he co-founded KYTE, an artist services company specialising in publishing, PR and marketing. During his career, Howon has supported a diverse roster of clients, including musicians, songwriters, producers, music tech innovators and government agencies. Since 2019, Howon has worked as Festival Director of the Busan International Rock Festival.
Haein Kim works with ALPS as the DMZ Peace Train Music Festival Marketing Director. She pitches Korean artists in the international live music market and promotes international artists visiting Korea. Haein also supports Korean artists like Peggy Gou, Yaeji and Japanese Breakfast.
Matt Tanner has worked in the music industry for over three decades. He started as a Tour Manager in Japan where he toured across Asia, North America and Europe, before moving into music management and publishing. Currently, Matt serves as Vice President of A&R for Concord Music Publishing ANZ, where he works closely with artists and songwriters to develop opportunities across Australia, New Zealand and Asia.
Korea Spotlight Showcase
Registered guests to VMDO Links receive FREE access to the Korean Spotlight Showcase to discover new South Korean artists CIFIKA, SION, Say Sue Me and Wah Wah Wah plus special Australian guests, Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers.
Wednesday, 16 April 2025
Doors open at 7pm
Venue: 170 Russell (map)
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