HCM City, Jan. 1 -- From politically oriented performances and traditional festivals to modern concerts and massive outdoor events, Ho Chi Minh City has cultivated a varied music festival landscape that mirrors the vibrant, open and innovative pulse of Vietnam's southern economic hub.

When sound defines a city

In recent years, Ho Chi Minh City has emerged as a priority stop for major shows, concerts and festivals, drawing strong public interest. Iconic brands, such as the Ho Chi Minh City International Music Festival Hozo, Vietnam Music Week and GENfest Music Festival - a multi-sensory music gateway, have become familiar names on the city's cultural map.

The city has also asserted its standing on the touring circuit by regularly welcom...