India, Oct. 20 -- The world has been surfing the Hallyu wave for quite some time, especially with K-pop taking global music charts by storm. But what if we were to tell you that South Korea's music scene doesn't stop there? Yes, some of the best Korean musical artists today are breaking away from the mainstream K-pop mould and experimenting across genres.

While BTS, BLACKPINK, and other K-pop groups have become household names worldwide, South Korea's music industry stretches far beyond idol performances and glossy music videos. Ranging from punk rock and alternative bands to hip-hop duos and indie collectives, non-K-pop artists, such as Epik High, The Rose, Sam Kim, and Youngji, have built their reputations through their unique musical ...