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Why Book Mitski in 2026 thru 2028 Music Press Asia
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Why Mitski Should Be on Promoters’ Radar for Touring Between 2026 and 2028

An evolving artist enters a new touring phase across the United States and Asia. The indie artist begins a new touring chapter in New York before expanding toward Southeast Asia, including Kuala Lumpur. The global touring cycle for singer-songwriter Mitski Miyawaki has officially begun, with the artist performing tonight at the Tansy House Exhibit in New York, marking the opening performance of what is expected to be an extended international tour running through the coming years. Known for her emotionally resonant songwriting and brooding alternative rock sound, Mitski has spent…

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Mirs Bay Hong Kong Music Press Asia
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Hong Kong Soundscape 2026: Tan Dun, Opera, Ecology and Cultural Diplomacy in Asia

Hong Kong’s northeastern countryside will become a global cultural stage on 1 March 2026 as the Countryside Harvest Festival 2026: “Hong Kong Soundscape – Opera & Dance” One Day Music Festival unfolds at Yan Chau Tong in Mirs Bay. Recognised by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment as an “Outstanding Example of Beautiful Bays,” this coastal landscape offers more than…

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What deserves our attention in 2026 Music Press Asia
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Before the Noise: What Deserves Our Attention in 2026?

The first working days of a new year often arrive quietly. Desks are cleared, inboxes refill, and the cultural machinery begins moving again. In music and the arts, this moment is usually followed by a familiar rush: predictions, trend lists, announcements, and declarations of what this year is supposed to become. At Music Press Asia, we are choosing to pause…

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CGTN release music documentary highlights US Chinese relations Music Press Asia
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CGTN to Release Music Documentary, Highlights China-US Relations

“When We March Together”: Youth, Music, and the Future of China–US Relations CGTN will release its new documentary “When We March Together” in January 2026, offering a refreshing look at China–US relations through the lens of youth and music. The film highlights a lesser-explored facet of the bilateral relationship—one driven by youthful energy, cooperation, and shared creativity. The documentary follows…

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China Performing Arts Cats and Children Dance Music Press Asia
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China National Theater for Children and the Palace Museum Wins China Art Festival Cultural Grand Prize

China’s beloved song-and-dance drama takes home the Wenhua Grand Prize, marking another milestone for children’s theatre and cultural storytelling. A whiskered hero has stolen the spotlight in one of China’s most prestigious cultural arenas. The Cat God in the Forbidden City — the charming song-and-dance drama co-produced by the China National Theater for Children (CNTC) and the Palace Museum —…

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Music China 2025 Korg Exhibitor Music Press Asia
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Music China 2025 Wraps with New Paths for Industry Change

The 22nd edition of Music China wrapped up after four dynamic days at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, bringing together business, creativity, and conversation from 22–25 October. The fair welcomed around 1,700 exhibitors and more than 114,000 visitors from 121 countries and regions, marking a 15% year-on-year rise in international participation. Strong overseas attendance once again confirmed Music China’s…

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Shen Loh interview Blue Mansion Music Press Asia
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Inside the Blue Mansion’s Classical Music Series

Built in the late 19th century by Chinese tycoon Cheong Fatt Tze, the Blue Mansion stands today as one of Penang’s most iconic heritage landmarks. Located in the heart of George Town, the capital of Penang Island, the indigo-hued residence is celebrated for its distinctive architectural blend of Eastern and Western influences, and was awarded the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Heritage Award…

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Jazz Recommended Playlist Music Press Asia
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The Soulful Jazz Music We Are Listening Today

When the world’s stages light up, jazz pulses in the rhythm of discovery — and in 2025, Asia has become a hotspot for the genre’s soulful voices. Here are eight artists we’re excited about right now, each bringing a distinct flavour of jazz to the region, and albums worth adding to your playlist. 1. Kenny G (USA) Legendary for his…

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BoAPA ASEAN Malaysia 2025 Music Press Asia
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Malaysia’s Ministry of Arts to Host Best of ASEAN Performing Arts

Best of ASEAN Performing Arts 2025: Planting the Seeds of Cultural Leadership As Malaysia prepares to take the ASEAN Chair in 2025, Kuala Lumpur is set to become the stage for a vibrant celebration of youth, creativity, and Southeast Asia’s shared cultural heartbeat. The Best of ASEAN Performing Arts (BoAPA) 2025, themed “ASEAN Cultural Seed: Nurturing Cultural Leaders,” will gather…

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Putumayo Instrumental Odeyssey Music Press Asia Featured album of the month
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Music of the Month: “Instrumental Odyssey” by Putumayo

At Music Press Asia, we continue to celebrate world music in all its diversity, flavour, and multiethnicity. Each month, our editors listen closely to the rhythms that transcend borders — sounds that tell stories of people, culture, and the beauty of coexistence. This October, our Music of the Month pick is Putumayo’s “Instrumental Odyssey”, a stunning compilation that reminds us…

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