> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://signal-chain-2.ghost.io/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 5 Valid Reasons to NOT Support Your Local Music Scene - URL: https://signal-chain-2.ghost.io/5-valid-reasons-to-not-support-your-local-music-scene/ - Published: 2026-08-19T03:09:38.000Z - Updated: 2026-08-21T02:57:42.000Z - Author: Adam Khan - Tags: The Local Scene ### 1 There ### 2 Are ### 3 No ### 4 Valid ### 5 Reasons **Good?** Alright, with that out of the way, here **11 genuinely awesome bands and solo artists** you should be supporting in the Ho Chi Minh City area, there's something here for everyone, from modern metal to soft bossa nova: ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-19-at-08.53.35.png) #### The Bùi Viện Banshees | Songwriter, Rock, Alt Vish is an incredible musician and songwriter. He has a song, I think called Heartbeat that is beyond masterful, it's not available yet, so your only way to experience it is in a live show right now! Follow them on Instagram to keep an eye on their gigs! [Check out their Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/buivienbanshees/?ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-19-at-08.58.24.png) #### XOI | Energetic, Industrial Rock Heavier, more hostile vibes, going into Rammstein territory, deep growly voice. What's not to love? [Check out their website!](https://www.xoi.vn/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTx7RxwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5pOWSjnVykZhtcuYOtqr6JvETRYZj3gM85E3TAEWxffQy1AVxJoHxaYaXD9A%5Faem%5FO3fBwh5Jh7AdIy8c4op6Cg&ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-19-at-09.00.54.png) #### Navy | Easy Listening, Dreamy, Indie An amazing, softer side of the Ho Chi Minh City local music scene. She just released her album and [I'm going to do a deep dive on it! ](https://signal-chain-2.ghost.io/quai-vat-navys-newest-dreamy-indie-album/)But before that 👇 [Read my Review with a Link to Listen Here!](https://signal-chain-2.ghost.io/quai-vat-navys-newest-dreamy-indie-album/) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-19-at-09.05.11.png) #### Con Cá Điện | Alt Rock, Viet Influence Probably the most stylish band in HCMC, but don't let the style fool you, there's plenty of Rock substance too, they recently released a single called Dark Light [Listen to their newest single!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=swz08fShi%5FvjA5AT&fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAadYWDNEjLVzXvL6iyKrDCwJaISwDK1dHQMUubV-FIacQvyRW%5FHbJ-aFTZoOHQ%5Faem%5FFBlRvV5w%5FWywJ9RwOayfvQ&v=C0oe7gbWmiA&feature=youtu.be&ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-19-at-09.11.22.png) #### Skeleton Goode | Energetic, Rock, Surfy, Art One of the top originals bands out here in Ho Chi Minh City. They blend Surf Rock with some psychedelic goodness. Easily one of the tightest bands out there. [Check out their Instagram!](https://www.instagram.com/skeletongoode/?ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-19-at-09.18.13.png) #### irihi 入日 | Anime, Rock, Melodic A young rock band, mixing anime style with a surprisingly heavier riffing. They are very versatile though, and are good at leaning back too. [Check out their latest album!](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy%5FkVlsDJ3NAvY5ScgrbI8xHb4cRZ5I4AU3k&si=E6tGfttGhXfxHkcW&ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-19-at-09.23.42.png) #### The Gobsmacked Ivory Salesmen | Trad, Rock, Driving An amazing band with super tight grooves, they lean more on an Irish trad sound, but with the combination of electric guitar, banjo and mandolin, can really go wherever they want sonically. I wrote an article all about their new album: ****Terminally Employed** with a link to listen! [Check out my article on their debut album](https://signal-chain-2.ghost.io/terminally-employed-the-gobsmacked-ivory-salesmens-debut-album-the-scene/) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-19-at-09.30.50.png) #### COCC | Energetic, Indie An energetic, Vietnamese Indie Rock band. They've been around for quite a while with their debut show happening in 2010! Go show some support to some HCMC veterans! [Check out their Instagram here](https://www.instagram.com/coccband/?ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-19-at-09.36.32.png) #### The Breeze | Pure Rock Another young Vietnamese rock band, these guys put on a hell of a show. [Check out their Instagram here](https://www.instagram.com/thebreeze.vn/?ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-19-at-09.39.46.png) #### ABUCHIBU | Melodic, Soft Super easy listening pop-rock that's hard not to bob your head to! [Check out their newest single here!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qU4H99H57A8&ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-19-at-09.44.12.png) #### Bedlam Royals | Death Metal, Energetic, Melodic One of the heaviest bands in Ho Chi Minh City. They recently released a music video for their song Ode to Not a King. [Check out their newest single here!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tX0r2e3cmos&ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) I definitely missed some bands here. Let me know who I should feature in the comments below! 💡 📍 ****Free Download:** Want every live venue, acoustic bar, and open-mic spot in Saigon mapped out on your phone? Grab the [****\[Ultimate Saigon Live Music Map & Venue Directory ($0+)\]**.](https://signaladam.gumroad.com/l/saigonvenues?layout=profile&ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) ## **Want to catch these acts live around Saigon?** Follow **Noise Saigon** for the most comprehensive guide to gigs in Ho Chi Minh City there is out there [Noise Saigon - Live Music in Saigonlive.music.Saigon. Discover live music events, gigs, and the latest reads about the Saigon music scene.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/icon/favicon-2283553e-24a3-447f-9fa8-9d96e27cbf4e.png)Noise Saigon![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/thumbnail/Do1dGjAUTWeFv64ZSMpu-b8fe2232-c964-44b8-a6ac-8c586fe63ba4)](https://www.noisesaigon.com/?ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) **Bonus:** If you want an easy, all-in-one way to stream the scene, check out the **Ho Chi Minh City Originals** event series! They host a showcase every two months featuring local acts, and you can stream their curated [HCMC Originals Spotify Playlist here](https://www.youtube.com/@HCMCORIGINALS/playlists?ref=signal-chain-2.ghost.io) to keep tabs on new local drops. PS. Thanks **Trix** for compiling all of these great bands in one comment! New to the city? [An Expat’s Guide to the Live Music Scene in Ho Chi Minh CityTruth be told, it’s hard to find information about the live music scene in Ho Chi Minh City online. I landed in Vietnam with a couple of gigs pre-booked but had no idea what the reality of working as a musician in Saigon would be, what the vibe![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/icon/icon-2-339e9700-2190-45dc-b658-d0739fa844e2.png)Signal ChainAdam Khan![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/b4/87/b487a6fb-b672-4a83-98a2-971362b60ef8/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2026-07-14-at-19.44.15-672087c0-89c8-4dc3-81d1-2fd2ce462c6a.png)](https://signal-chain-2.ghost.io/an-expats-guide-to-the-live-music-scene-in-ho-chi-minh-city/) ## Sign up for Signal Chain The no-nonsense working musician's guide to music gear, tech investments, and media production. Subscribe Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.