Seoul's Sangsangmadang "2026 Youth Rising" Finals Set for August 14, Five Finalist Acts to Compete Live
KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae's annual music support program "2026 청춘비상" (Youth Rising) holds its final competition on Friday, August 14, 2026, at 8:00 PM at KT&G Sangsangmadang Live Hall in Seoul. Five finalist acts will perform on the same bill, with judges selecting two overall winners on the spot.
Who's competing
The five finalists are Dewpoint, O-SHEEP, 그랜드시네마테마파크, 로트네스트 (Rottnest), and 최윤영. They advanced through an earlier round of judging to reach this live final, where two acts will be named winners and receive further performance support from the organizer. This year's program slogan is "HIGH5."
Show details
- Date: Friday, August 14, 2026, 20:00
- Venue: KT&G Sangsangmadang Live Hall, 65 Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- Price: 5,000 KRW, standing room only
- Tickets: Sold exclusively via Melon Ticket; on sale since Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 20:00
- Inquiries: 02-2014-2022
About "Youth Rising"
"청춘비상" (Youth Rising) is KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae's annual music support program, aimed at discovering and supporting emerging independent musicians. This year's slogan is "HIGH5." The five finalists advanced through preliminary rounds, and the final competition will determine two annual winners, who will receive corresponding performance resources and support. The organizer has stated that celebratory guest performers will be announced separately.