Category Archives: New Sounds of China

New Sounds of China Episode 5: Ethnicity and Music

The final episode of New Sounds of China is live. In Episode 5: Ethnicity and Music, Paul Kendall and Hu Pan play modern tracks inspired by the traditions of the country’s many ethnic minorities. Continue reading

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New Sounds of China Episode 4: The Chengdu Temperament

New Sounds of China moves away from Beijing in Episode 4, looking at its western musical counterpart, Chengdu, noted for its “spicy food and spicier women”. Continue reading

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New Sounds of China Episode 3: The Beijing Scene

Paul Kendall and Hu Pan explore three less-hyped Beijing record labels in the latest episode of the popular music podcast New Sounds of China. Continue reading

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New Sounds of China Episode 2: Maybe Mars

Maybe Mars, one of China’s most successful independent record labels, is profiled in Episode 2 of the New Sounds of China podcast. Continue reading

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New Sounds of China launches with Episode 1: The History of Chinese Alternative Music

The Nanfang has teamed up with the excellent Chinese music podcast New Sounds of China, which will delve into the eclectic Chinese music scene every Sunday. Continue reading

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