DIY
Scene Incubator #3 By Hohish Hồ
The third edition of Ethos Collective’s original show series, the Scene Incubator #3, hosted a colorful lineup of indie, punk, and hardcore bands.
15/06/2026
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The third edition of Ethos Collective’s original show series, the Scene Incubator #3, hosted a colorful lineup of indie, punk, and hardcore bands.
No Headliner returns to Ho Chi Minh City for a fifth season, going big with two stages, two days, and more than 26 artists spanning alternative rock, hip hop, metalcore, shoegaze, soul, and more. A festival that bets on the music over the names. Blind tickets close June 8.
Scene Incubator #2 marked a noticeable step forward, expanding to four acts and delivering a stronger, more dynamic night of original music. From experimental grooves and instrumental jams to feel-good rock and emotionally charged alternative rock, each band brought something unique to the stage. Despite the modest crowd, the energy was high, proving that Scene Incubator is steadily becoming an
Scene Incubator #2 marked a noticeable step forward, expanding to four acts and delivering a stronger, more dynamic night of original music. From experimental grooves and instrumental jams to feel-good rock and emotionally charged alternative rock, each band brought something unique to the stage. Despite the modest crowd, the energy was high, proving that Scene Incubator is steadily becoming an
A random weeknight at Blue Monkey Bar turned into one of the most charged shows Saigon has seen in recent memory. With Haywire headlining their first Vietnam appearance, the local lineup rose to the occasion and the crowd made sure nobody walked away disappointed.
Room 128’s latest showcase at Tone Lab marked a quiet milestone in the band’s seven-year journey, reflecting both their musical evolution and growing connection with the local indie scene. Supported by the youthful shoegaze sounds of 4our, the night blended dreamy atmospheres, emotional performances, and an intimate sense of community that made the small venue feel personal.
Room 128’s latest showcase at Tone Lab marked a quiet milestone in the band’s seven-year journey, reflecting both their musical evolution and growing connection with the local indie scene. Supported by the youthful shoegaze sounds of 4our, the night blended dreamy atmospheres, emotional performances, and an intimate sense of community that made the small venue feel personal.
Scene Incubator #1 didn’t pack the room, but we’re not in the rush. With Route59, Lulaby, and ChipPunks splitting the night between thrashy punk and softer melodies, the show found its strength in closeness, where every riff, every chorus, and every shared smile landed harder for the smaller crowd.
The first Scene Incubator show drew a small crowd, but Route59, Lulaby, and ChipPunks played as if the club were full. Each set was sharp and committed. The debut night kept the room engaged from start to finish and set a clear standard for the shows that follow.
Hanoi’s Ciggarats, a punk-rooted quartet formed in 2024 with members aged 14 to 20, drop their first music video for Dissolve. The lead single from debut EP The Night Never Ended, out May 20, the track introduces a band splitting time between school, Grab shifts, and Guitar Plus Studio.