Former Doosan Bears pitcher Matt Randel's band just missed out on an automatic place in the annual Battle of the Bands competition at Olde Stompers Rock Spot in Itaewon, Seoul, Saturday night.
Randel's band the Tremors finished second place to Seoul City Suicides in the annual contest.
The winners in each of the three rounds plus the best runner-up will proceed to the Nov. 28 final.
Hundreds turned out to cheer on the four bands vying for a shot at the title.
The next round is on Saturday, and will feature acts such as Bint Eastwood and the Dharma Club.