The Golden Eagles – British Pub
Now located in Ilsan Beach in Dong-gu Suspicious. The interior seemed right. Once inside we decided to try a pint. The first thing I looked at was a pint of Guinness. But at over 12000 won a pint, I’ve owned vehicles that were worth less. They had a decent range of imports, I can’t remember them all, but there was Asahi and Hoegaarden, comparable in price to Wgarden or Eurus. We decided on trying the local “Eagles” draft. Usually,...
Read MoreDuncan Galloway Concert
It’s not often that Ulsan has famous celebrities come for concerts. It’s even more rare that they perform in English. And as if that weren’t enough, the music will be a style that doesn’t get much play here in town – Jazz and Swing! On October 1st, Ulsan is in for a special treat. Duncan Galloway will be performing at the Ulsan Cultural Arts Center on Saturday, October 1st at 6pm. Galloway began his musical career in Jazz and...
Read MoreThanksgiving Dinner at Royal Anchor
We are down to the wire with only 6 days left until Thanksgiving food coma!!!!! We have 15 tickets left so hurry up and get into anchor this week to purchase yours before they run out!!! If you cant make it in until the day of, call Zack, Katris, Zac fitton, or Mr. Kim to reserve a seat (01089955560, 0195997590, 01077445572) This year come celebrate American Thanksgiving at the Royal Anchor! We have a traditional Thanksgiving feast every...
Read MoreRoyal Anchor’s American Thanksgiving
Each year, Mr. Kim at the Royal Anchor puts together a traditional American thanksgiving meal to share with the expats of Ulsan. This year is no exception: “Mr. Kim would like you to join him in celebrating the U.S.’s Thanksgiving Holiday on Saturday November 23rd from 7-9pm!!! For only 25,000 won you get westerner-prepared turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, thanksgiving veggies, pumpkin pie (and maybe apple pie as well), and more…and ALL THE WINE YOU CAN DRINK (at least until...
Read MoreLounge Rococo
Somewhat reminiscent of days of old when Acid was where all the cool kids raved, Lounge Rococo keeps the beat thumping. Arty, techno glass and chrome decor surrounds the dance floor where the DJs spin to keep the college-age crowd gyrating. Or at least swaying to the heavy bass thump. On a recent Friday night visit to Rococo, the dance floor was moderately crowded with young, squeaky clean college student age ravers. It wasn’t immediately clear that this generation...
Read MoreUlsan World Music Festival
Every year in October Ulsan rocks out at the Ulsan World Music Festival. October is usually one of the nicest months for weather and the concert is a great multi-day event full of music and culture from around the world. This year looks to be better than ever with a lineup from such far-flung locales as Africa, Oceania, Europe, and Asia This year Seun Kuti and Egypt 80 (from Nigeria) and Ojos de Brujo (Spain) are the headliner acts....
Read MoreReview: Busan International Music Festival
By Deirdre Madden Last weekend, my friends and I drove down to join in the 12th Annual Busan International Rock Festival, held this year at Samrak Park, near Gimhae. The event took place over three days, kicking off Friday evening at 4:30pm, and finishing up Sunday at around 11:30pm. The point of this festival is to showcase Korea’s highly talented non-K-pop bands, and introduce Korean rock fans to international talent. Being a small-scale, free, city-run event, it doesn’t attract...
Read MoreRock Out in the ROK
by Deirdre Madden If you’re tired of K-pop and want to hear some real rock music, check out the 12th Annual Busan International Rock Festival this weekend at the Samrak Sports Park near Gimhae. The free event takes place over three days, starting Friday evening from 4:30 – 10:30, and continuing on Saturday and Sunday at the same times. The lineup of bands includes mainly Korean rock bands, with some other nationalities represented. Check the website here http://www.rockfestival.co.kr/ENG/Rock/01.asp for...
Read MoreAlternative Rock … on Violin
Looking to get out and fill your ears with some new sounds? This concert may be just the thing your body needs. Eugene Park hits the stage at the Ulsan Cultural Arts Center on Friday, July 15th in Ulsan for an exciting night of alternative rock music, traditional Korean music and classical. The concert is entitled “Nostalgia, Eugene’s Special Edition” and will encompass a variety of musical styles. His alternative rock reference music includes name brands like Nirvana,...
Read MoreGiovanni Mirabassi Trio Concert
World renowned Jazz pianist Giovanni Mirabassi will grace Ulsan with his presence on March 10th at the Ulsan Cultural and Arts Center. Ulsan has not always been a place where fine entertainment such as this Jazz trio plays. But some people are trying to change that, says Johnny Min of Roy and Johnny Music. Johhny’s promotion company intends to help Ulsan become a more upscale city and wants to bring a wealth of culture to the city. Johnny helped...
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