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A close-up on Korean live music with I’m LIVE

A close-up on Korean live music with I’m LIVE

Arirang TV’s music show I’m LIVE has been named Korea’s National Winner for Best Music or Dance Programme at the 2026 Asian Academy Creative Awards (AACA), the broadcaster said on October 8.

The format

I’m LIVE first aired in March 2017. Performers play close to an audience that listens through headsets.

Artists set the theme and setlist for each mini-concert, which centers on voices and instruments.

Next: the Grand Final

The award is an AACA national-level selection. Arirang said the show will represent Korea at the Grand Final on December 3. The announcement does not include Asia-Pacific final results.

Where to watch

The broadcaster posts full episodes and individual song clips in Korean and English on its official YouTube channel. Performers range from indie bands to singer-songwriters. Performance image courtesy of the broadcaster.

Sources & context

2026-10-10T03:49:42.620Z

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