2011 JISAN VALLEY ROCK FESTIVAL

Believe it or not, this is Incubus

When I openend my eyes, I immediately sensed that it was early in the morning and I needed to go back to sleep. But I simply could not because I was so stoked already. Looking at the cell phone with a digital clock on it, I, as always, turned my lap top on and started to get ready.

Around 10 am, it started to drizzle. Not a good sign. Oh well, what can I do. I left the house, picked up some water, chips and bread for my entourage. Then, my buddy Insun picked me up and headed to pick up others. And of course, someone was running late.

We finally arrived. Dirty. It was my first impression. Koreans.. where is your common sense. Grant it, it was raining and all muddy. but seriously. Bring your own trash and just toss it in the trashcan near you.

The place was packed with not only Koreans but also foreigners. The mistly atmosphere gave the whole thing a very mysterious and calm ambience. I liked it. It was not too hot. Five of us aimlessley wandered around, checking out some bands' performance. Graudally we were getting ready to rock and roll.


Jimmy Eat World.
Jangkiha and Faces
Incubus



Jang Ki Ha and Faces



The whole time it poured (mostly) and at one point, I found myself shivering. But it failed to stonewall my excitment and passion for the music being played before me. Even if we all were standing on the front row and surrounded by many people, I think in a way, in a concert, the crowd creats his or her own zone. The room where an individual sings, dances, jumps and just throws him/herself off in whichever way one hopes and wants. The room that no one can invade. The place of utmost excitement and yet inertia.

I wish I could describe what I experience that night, but rather I not. It is beyond my description- You just have to be there.

Sadly, this event is something that I have lived for this summer and it is over now. I am aimless. What now, then?