New Sounds of China
Series produced by Peter Vautier
An intelligent and authoritative guide to alternative Chinese music.
New Sounds of China is devoted to introducing the best in alternative Chinese music. Each of our five episodes tackles a particular theme, illustrated with music examples and informed commentary, as well as interviews with band members, industry experts, academics and journalists. Beginning with the history of alternative Chinese music (episode one), we then explore the contemporary Beijing music scene (episodes two and three), before uncovering the little known sounds of Chengdu (episode four), and finishing with an exploration of ethnicity and music in the People's Republic of China (episode five). We tackle music ranging across the genres of rock, electronica, folk, hip-hop, and ska. Standout musicians include Cui Jian, the dissident godfather of Chinese rock; Car Sick Cars,... Show full description
5 Pieces
- Added: Mar 09, 2011
- Length: 59:01
- Purchases: 2
- Added: Mar 02, 2011
- Length: 59:01
- Purchases: 2
- Added: Feb 25, 2011
- Length: 59:03
- Purchases: 3
- Added: Feb 23, 2011
- Length: 59:02
- Purchases: 2
- Added: Feb 10, 2011
- Length: 58:59
- Purchases: 3