A total of 14 teams, including Crying Nut, PompadollS, and ASTERISM, will participate.
The festival is set to take place at Paradise City, Incheon, from September 5 to 6.
[TVDaily Reporter Kim Hangil] 'Sound Planet Festival 2026' has captured attention with its third lineup announcement. The organizers revealed the additional artists today (27th) at noon through the festival's official social media. This third lineup features a total of 14 teams, including Crying Nut and Japanese artists such as PompadollS, ASTERISM, and Gaku.
Crying Nut stands as a leading band in the domestic punk rock scene, known for their powerful live performances, and is expected to showcase their presence on stage once again. Notable recent performers like PompadollS, currently on an Asian tour with cotoba, and D82, recognized through Mnet's Great Seoul Invasion, add a significant variety to the lineup.
The lineup also includes new artists such as Gikuhashi, Joyfuls, Re.may, Haengronan, Ahn Hyoju, and Gaehwa from the 'CMYK' project, alongside emotionally resonant vocalist Jeong Hyobin. The participation of Japanese band ASTERISM and singer-songwriter Gaku enriches the significance of music exchange between Korea and Japan. Previously announced lineups featured various teams like ZUTOMAYO, UVERworld, Kim Jun-soo, YB, Gugaksand, and Urban Zakapa, enhancing expectations across genres and generations. The organizers expressed that the festival aims to present a platform that reflects the current live scene and future possibilities.
The lineup for 'Sound Planet Festival 2026' is anticipated to serve as a crucial platform for diverse Korean and Japanese artists to exchange their musical richness. Notably, the convergence of bands like Crying Nut and PompadollS, which have different roots, signifies a fusion of musical styles. This collaboration may also broaden their fan bases significantly.
Additionally, the emergence of new artists reflects a significant trend within the current music industry. The new talents introduced through the CMYK project are likely to garner attention in the future, offering fresh inspiration to the younger audience. This harmony across different generations and genres will enhance the festival's appeal.
Ultimately, the collaboration and exchange between Korean and Japanese artists carry meanings that extend beyond mere performances. Through music, cultural interchange between the two nations may deepen, possibly establishing a positive influence within the global music market.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
Photo: Sound Planet Festival 2026
