South Koreans have collectively decided to ditch their beloved K-pop music in favor of a genre that’s a little less… well, poppy. That’s right, folks, Deathcore is the new craze in Seoul, and it’s taking the nation by storm.
Trading the Cute look for more BLEGH
At first, it seemed like a small trend. A few rebellious teens would listen to the heavy metal genre while secretly hiding their earbuds under their K-pop merch. But then something changed. Suddenly, Deathcore bands were selling out stadiums, and the streets were filled with people dressed in all black.
When asked about the sudden switch, one Deathcore enthusiast said, “I was just so tired of the happy, upbeat nature of K-pop. I needed something with a little more…BLEGH! And that’s exactly what Deathcore gives me.”
It’s unclear what caused this massive cultural shift, but some speculate that it has to do with the fact that K-pop has become so mainstream that it’s lost some of its edge. Others believe that it’s simply a case of rebellion against the norm.
Regardless of the reason, Deathcore bands are reaping the benefits. In just a few short weeks, they’ve gone from playing in small clubs to headlining the biggest festivals in the country. And fans are going absolutely wild.
“I never thought I’d see the day when Deathcore was more popular than K-pop,” said one bewildered music critic. “But hey, I guess stranger things have happened.”
As for the K-pop industry, they’re understandably in a bit of a panic. They’ve seen their sales plummet as fans trade in their bubblegum pop for something a little more aggressive. But they’re not giving up without a fight. Rumor has it that they’re currently working on a new genre that’s part K-pop, part Deathcore. Only time will tell if it’s a hit or a miss.
In the meantime, if you happen to be in Seoul, be sure to check out a Deathcore show. You never know, you might just become a convert yourself. And who knows? Maybe Deathcore will be the next big thing in your hometown too. BLEGH!