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The Rise of Hyperpop and Experimental Genres: How Gen Z and Millennials Are Redefining Mainstream Music

In the ever-evolving landscape of popular music, genres are continuously shifting, merging, and expanding beyond conventional boundaries. Among the most exciting developments in recent years is the rise of hyperpop and various experimental genres—sonic movements driven largely by Gen Z and millennials who are reshaping what mainstream music sounds like. These generations, deeply embedded in the digital age, are rejecting…

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Want to be a music journalist? Here’s how to start!

So, you want to be a music journalist? Think of your words as instruments—crafted carefully, they shape how we hear and feel the music. Whether you’re reviewing albums, interviewing artists, or covering live shows, music…

How AI Affects Music Creation in Asia?

Introduction: AI & Music Creation: Is the Future of Music Artificial? From viral TikTok beats to chart-topping pop hits, artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how music is created, produced, and shared—and it’s happening fast. Gone…

Book of the Month: Einstein’s Violin by Joseph Eger

Every once in a while, a book comes along that captures the imagination, stirs the heart, and leaves a lasting impression. This month, we’re thrilled to spotlight a title that does just that—a must-read that…

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June: Asia’s Month of Music, Culture, and Global Celebrations

June is almost gone, and with it comes a spectacular lineup of live music events across Asia. As the year’s midpoint, this month pulses with energy—festivals, concerts, and cultural celebrations all converge to create an unforgettable season for music lovers. While Europe revels in the…

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Sara Curruchich Opens International Ingidenous Music Summit Toronto

Guatemalan singer and songwriter Sara Curruchich isn’t your everyday performer. Born in 1993 in San Juan Comalapa, Chimaltenango, in a Mayan Kaqchikel community, in the central highlands of Guatemala, Curruchich’s people have a long tradition of art and knowledge, as…

Universal Music Launches Classical Music Label in China, Finally

Universal Music Greater China (UMGC), a division of Universal Music Group (UMG), recently announced the official launch of Deutsche Grammophon China (DG China) and Blue Note Records China, marking a major expansion into China’s burgeoning classical and jazz music sectors.…

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Interview with Filipino Mezzo Soprano Michelle Mariposa

Pinay mezzo-soprano singer Michelle Mariposa was one of the 1,500 participants of the Metropolitan Opera’s Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition. The 30-year-old Filipino-Chinese singer from Quezon City wowed judges with her performance of Gioachino Rossini’s Semiramide, and Jules Massenet’s Werther and emerged…

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Wildlife Filmmaker Roger Webb on making 7-part documentry series ‘Asia’

Recently released, Sir David Attenborough presents Asia, a seven-part series dedicated to our planet’s greatest continent, revealing its most remarkable landscapes and animals. Filmed over the course of nearly four years, this is the first time that Asia has been…

Interview: Malaysia Director Amanda Nell Eu

Malay-language arthouse horror film Tiger Stripes made history by becoming the first Malaysian film to win the grand prize for best feature at the Cannes’ Critics’ Week, a sidebar for…

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Sara Curruchich Opens International Ingidenous Music Summit Toronto

Guatemalan singer and songwriter Sara Curruchich isn’t your everyday performer. Born in 1993 in San Juan Comalapa, Chimaltenango, in a Mayan Kaqchikel community, in the central highlands of Guatemala, Curruchich’s people have a long tradition of art and knowledge, as well as a history of…

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Music Training Boosts Brain Power

In a recent video by US-certified physiatrist Dr Lewis Clarke, he explains why musical training can rewire the brain. According…

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How AI Affects Music Creation in Asia?

Introduction: AI & Music Creation: Is the Future of Music Artificial? From viral TikTok beats to chart-topping pop hits, artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how music is created, produced, and shared—and it’s happening fast. Gone are the days when music relied solely on human creativity; AI-powered tools now assist with songwriting, sound design, and even artist collaborations. But does this…

HPC conference Supercomputing 2024 show lands in Atlanta this month

As the high-performance computing (HPC) community gathers in Atlanta for SC24, the world’s largest HPC conference, the event will feature presentations from thought leaders and experts in advanced computing. The Top500 list of fastest supercomputers in the world will be a highlight. The current list…

Nissan Formula E Team Take On Marelli as Latest Technical Partner

Nissan Formula E Team is delighted to confirm that Marelli has joined forces with the outfit as Technical Partner on an initial two-year agreement. With over 100 years of history as a global technology partner to the automotive and motorsport worlds, Marelli aims to co-create…

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Hans Zimmer: The Maestro of Cinematic Soundtracks’ Screen to Stage Magic

Hans Zimmer is 67, but you wouldn’t know it. The man behind Interstellar, The Dark Knight, and Gladiator looks as sharp as his compositions sound. His secret? Discipline. While most composers stay behind the scenes, Zimmer thrives on stage, keeping himself in top form to match the energy of his music. His early 2025 tour across Asia proved one thing—Zimmer…

Book of the Month: Einstein’s Violin by Joseph Eger

Every once in a while, a book comes along that captures the imagination, stirs the heart, and leaves a lasting impression. This month, we’re thrilled to spotlight a title that does just that—a must-read that will transport you, challenge your perspectives, and stay with you…

Recommended Music Documentary of The Week: “The Last Repair Shop”

Recently made it onto the on-demand platform Disney+ is a portly but short 40-minute documentary. In a nondescript warehouse in the heart of Los Angeles, a dwindling handful of devoted craftspeople maintain over 80,000 student musical instruments, the largest remaining workshop in America of its…

Al Andaluz Project Breathes New Life to Ancient Music of Al-Andalus

Recently selected by the monthly chart of the Transglobal World Music Chart, the album of Al Andaluz Project – The Songs of Iman Kandoussi – Traditional Arabic Andalusian is a breath of fresh air for our playlist here at Music Press Asia. The latest release,…

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HPC conference Supercomputing 2024 show lands in Atlanta this month

As the high-performance computing (HPC) community gathers in Atlanta for SC24, the world’s largest HPC conference, the event will feature presentations from thought leaders and experts in advanced computing. The Top500 list of fastest supercomputers in the world will be a highlight. The current list…

SXSW Australia Announced 2024 Keynote

Today, SXSW revealed its first keynotes for the second edition of the SXSW Sydney® 2024 Conference. New York Times best-selling…

Outlet Drift Taiwan band to perform at SXSW Australia 2024 Music Press Asia
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