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imase jpop singer sweeheart. Music Press Asia
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Jpop Singer imase A Sweetheart To Love

imase is a Japanese singer-songwriter. Born in a new milenia, he debuted in 2021 and found success with the 2022 viral single “Night Dancer”. His first EP, Pop Cube, was released in 2022 by Universal Music Japan. His success with “Night Dancer” gave him the monster rookie nickname. A former member of alternative rock band Supercar, lyricist, and producer Junji Ishiwatari said that Imase’s sudden rise to stardom was “a true event that is stranger than fiction”. Five months into his debut, he was hired to sing the Pocari Sweat…

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Yunchan Lim wins Gold at Cliburn Competition 2022. Music Press Asia
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Yunchan Lim: “When Music Speaks, Everyone Understands”

Recently appointed as Artist Ambassador at Apple Music, Yunchan Lim kicked off the year performing at Apple Music Classical’s launch event in Seoul. This happened in the midst of his performances at Seoul Philharmonic’s season opening concert and his Japan recital tour. As part of his ambassadorship, Yunchan created a playlist titled “The Golden Age of Piano”, comprised of 10…

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H Miyazaki Japanese Anime Director wins Golden Globe. Music Press Asia
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Miyazaki’s Film ‘The Boy and the Heron’ wins Golden Globe

Japanese director Hayao Miyazaki’s latest semi-autobiographical film wins best animated feature at the US film award. Hayao Miyazaki’s “The Boy and the Heron” on last week won the Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature, making the legendary animator the first Japanese to take home the award. Established since 2007, the Golden Globe Award is considered a prelude to the…

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January 2024 Music Concert & Conference in Asia Pacific. Music Press Asia
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January Special: Unmissable Live Music Events & Conference

As the new year unfolds, the music landscape is set to reverberate with a symphony of sounds, as January plays host to a plethora of unmissable music events and conferences. Enthusiasts and professionals alike are gearing up for an immersive experience that promises to be nothing short of extraordinary. January’s musical odyssey culminates in a crescendo of celebration and collaboration.…

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Putumayo World Music’s ‘Christmas Around the World’ Earns Top Spot on Music Press Asia’s Christmas Chart 2023

Music Press Asia has named Putumayo World Music’s latest album, ‘Christmas Around the World,’ as the No. 1 pick on their 2023 Christmas Chart. This festive compilation stands out from the crowd with its vibrant tapestry of global sounds, bringing together artists from Congo to Cuba, Rome to Nova Scotia, and everything in between. Putumayo has a knack for curating…

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Netflix Bradley Cooper Leonard Berstein. Music Press Asia
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Deutsche Grammaphon release Leonard Bernstein conducts Mahler video

Detusche Grammophon release Leonard Bernstein conducts Mahler’s Resurrection video December. A month of twinkling lights, festive cheer, and, for us music lovers, the sweet anticipation of discovering the year’s most treasured musical moments. This year, Deutsche Grammaphon has gifted us a musical treasure: a collection of Leonard Bernstein’s recordings that will resonate with both seasoned listeners and those just starting…

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Chilly Gonzales LIVE ARTE Concert Festival 2023. Music Press Asia
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How did Chilly Gonzales make the piano sexy again?

It is officially the month of great gigs. ARTE Festival 2023 returns this season and we are spoilt for choice. Out of the already spectacular program, I thought choosing Chilly Gonzales’ would be apt. There is a certain expectation, of course, to watch any year-end show on my work desk. With a document opened on my right screen (because I…

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Tinariwen 2023 gig. Music Press Asia
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Tinariwen: The Roots Of The Blues Will Sing

Just a few weeks away from performing at the Shibuya Club Quattro in Japan, Tinariwen confirmed show at JioSpace, Petaling Jaya on Dec.15. Malaysia’s performing arts history archive, Pusaka collaborates with Malaysia’s Embassy of France to present Malian musicians Tinariwen this 15 December at JioSpace, a venue in the heart of Petaling Jaya. Until recently, the news of the Tuareg…

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Visa For Music at Theatre Mohamed V Rabat. Music Press Asia
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Morocco’s Music Festival Ticket Proceeds Goes to Earthquake Funds

From Nov 22-25, Visa For Music (VFM) is set to captivate music enthusiasts and industry professionals alike as it unveils a lineup of renowned panel speakers and exceptional musicians. This four-day music festival, which takes place in the vibrant city of Rabat, Morocco, is setting the stage to serve the music scenes of Africa, and the Middle East as its…

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BCUC live at WOMEX 23. Photo by Yannis Psathas. Music Press Asia
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WOMEX To Celebrate 30th Edition in Manchester, UK 2024

WOMEX, the world’s largest professional music event dedicated to world music, is set to celebrate its 30th anniversary in Manchester, UK, from October 23 to 27, 2024. This marks the third time that WOMEX has been held in the UK, and the first time in Manchester. Manchester is a vibrant and diverse city with a rich cultural heritage, making it…

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