The Alley Bunker

The Alley Bunker The Alley Bunker is a beer bar and live music venue snuggled in an alley in HBC.

Any inquiries regarding performing or private events can be sent to [email protected] (we usually reply within 24 hours).

19/03/2019

Brief introduction to the monthly music events at the Alley Bunker

*Recital Sessions: similar to an open mic, but must sign up beforehand. Consists of 20 min - 30 min timeslots (including setup time)
- For people who are new to performing in front of audiences or want to try something new in front of an audience

*Songwriters Showcase: songwriters can perform up to 4 original songs, but at least 1 song must be a new one.
- For songwriters that want a little incentive to write new material and perform in front of others

*Bunker Bash: a full set performance (45 min + 10 min setup time). There will be a 5,000 won entrance fee that will go directly to the performers. Usually the last Saturday of each month. Restricted to those that have played at the Bunker before or have discussed with Jack Ahn directly.

*NEW!*
*Take Cover at the Bunker: participants will be assigned random cover songs prior to the event and then will perform at the event night. No restrictions on how the participant can interpret the assigned song. Can sign up for 2 or 3 songs to cover.

And as always, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jack Ahn directly through Facebook :-)

Hey beautiful people! Just wanted to give you folks a heads up :-)Currently there is a weird looking wall going up betwe...
04/12/2018

Hey beautiful people! Just wanted to give you folks a heads up :-)

Currently there is a weird looking wall going up between the Alley Bunker building and the building next door. It's because of land dispute (which I am not a part of).

So the wall is being built by the guy next door, and although it is personally aggravating, since it is not mine, I am kindly asking you to not touch it, kick it, put trash on it, p*e on it, etc.

I don't personally care if you do (I guess I do mind if you p*e on it), but I don't want any of you to get in trouble. The guy has a CCTV set up and spends a lot of time monitoring the footage. So just to be safe, just let the stupid wall be :-)

Thanks y'all!

Jack

24/10/2018

Uh...eh hem....*microphone feedback*

Hi, this is Jack. I hated this summer. From malfunctioning air conditioners, to surprise fires, the loss of a favorite 1+1 sale on a certain snack food...it was tough.

But, with the cooler weather, even the disintegration of the 1+1 sale seems more tolerable. So...we have some events lined up now!

Every Tuesday is Drag Tuesday, hosted by the wonderful Hurricane Kimchi and Seoul Drag Parade. For more info, please check out dragtuesday.com and support our local drag artists!

This Saturday (27th), we have Dogband returning to the Bunker to play a few tunes. You *KNOW* it's going to be a good time :-)

In November, we have music lined up for every Saturday. There is Boss Hagwon coming on the 3rd. (Whoo!) Recital Sessions on the 10th, Songwriter's Showcase on the 17th, and Bunker Bash on the 24th.

If you want to sign up for any of the music events, please contact Jack Ahn directly or leave a comment on the event pages.

Also, we are trying to start a few other weekday events.

In particular, we want to try and start a weekly jam session and something akin to Rant Night (we miss you Esther Uhlenhopp!!)

If you have any other suggestions or would like to help out, please let me know and we can discuss things over a nice, lukewarm house beer :-)

Anyway, thank you for sticking with the Bunker and we hope to make it a space for more music, more performances, and community!

Jack Ahn

Guy that Pays the Rent

Drag Tuesday is tomorrow everyone!!
08/10/2018

Drag Tuesday is tomorrow everyone!!

Tonight at 9pm!! (...and every Tuesday after that!)Door cover of 5,000 won to go to the artistsFor more information, go ...
02/10/2018

Tonight at 9pm!! (...and every Tuesday after that!)
Door cover of 5,000 won to go to the artists
For more information, go to dragtuesday.com

Every Tuesday starting from October 2nd!
19/09/2018

Every Tuesday starting from October 2nd!

30/08/2018

Hey folks! Although we weren't able to start the Fingerstyle Guitar Workshop with Christian Whelan this Saturday, we are very excited to announce that it will officially begin in October. (Exact date to be decided a little later)

EDIT: Also, the workshop will be available to guitarists of all skill levels, so don't be worried that you don't have much experience with a guitar :-)

If you have any questions or suggestions regarding the workshop, please send me (Jack Ahn) a message and I will try my best to incorporate that for October!

(Examples: "I want to participate, but I don't feel like drinking"...or "I would like to see a particular drink special for that day"....or "I have a few friends who are interested, but can only make it at a certain time" etc,)

Thanks again for your interest everyone!

26/08/2018

Hey folks! We are really excited to be planning a fingerstyle guitar workshop with none other than the great Christian Whelan!

Before we begin, we would like to see if there will be enough participants to have it this Saturday at around 5pm. So if you are interested and can definitely make it this Saturday please leave a comment and we will get it set up!

The details aren't all ironed out yet, but if we can get enough interest about the workshop on short notice, we will make it happen!

If you are interested but can't make the date, also leave a comment below. If the workshop doesn't pan out this time, we will work out a few kinks and begin it more officially in October :-)

26/07/2018

I am so sorry, but the air conditioning at the Alley Bunker is broken. I am doing the best to get it fixed, but the repair guys told us they need to order some parts from the factory and it will take a while.

So unfortunately, this month's Bunker Bash will be cancelled and the Bunker won't be open until I can get the AC up and running again.

I sincerely apologize to the performers and audience members, and hope for your understanding.

I will let you know as soon as the AC is fixed so we can get back to listening to great music from great folks and drinking mediocre drinks again.

Thank you for your patience and hope to see you again very soon.

Jack Ahn

Owner of the Alley Bunker

We'll be closed until Friday, but we'll be back on Saturday for Bunker Bash!Awesome weather ahead. Yay.잠시 휴가 떠납니다! 토요일 벙...
27/06/2018

We'll be closed until Friday,
but we'll be back on Saturday for Bunker Bash!
Awesome weather ahead. Yay.

잠시 휴가 떠납니다!
토요일 벙커배쉬때 다시 뵙도록 하겠습니다!
와...날씨 끝내준다...이야 신난다...

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