Winner of the 2026 German Jazz Prize, yonglee & the DOLTANG is an ensemble of improvisational musicians with rocker DNA, known in Korea and beyond for its bold, genre-defying sound.
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yonglee & the DOLTANG
Led by pianist and composer Yonglee, the ensemble satirically explores the longings and absurdities of modern life, combining structural elegance with emotionally charged spontaneity while maintaining a balance between complexity and directness.
With a blend of rock, pop, contemporary jazz, free improvisation, and electronic experimentation, the band creates immersive soundscapes driven by layered rhythms and raw intensity. Founded in Seoul by five musicians who were once scattered across the globe, the band transforms the tension between artistic pursuit and the modern workplace into uncompromisingly original works—including their debut album *Invisible Worker*, a powerful reflection on creativity, identity, and survival in today’s world.
- Yonglee – piano, Rhodes, composition
- Yechan Jo – electric & acoustic guitar
- Youngwoo Lee – synthesizer & electronics
- Hwansu Kang – bass
- Dayeon Seok – Drums
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Dates
July 2026
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