On a humid evening in Kuala Lumpur, while the city thrums with its usual blend of traffic noise and late-night chatter, Monica Tong is already at her desk, sifting through a draft story submitted by a young contributor from Manila. On her screen are fragments of Southeast Asia’s music life — an indie festival in Bangkok, a contemporary art showcase…
As the world’s second-largest music market and home to some of the most advanced digital ecosystems, China is no longer…
A rising star has emerged from this year’s Il Piccolo Violino Magico, the prestigious international violin competition for musicians under…
Music isn’t just about sound anymore—it’s about strategy. Songs blow up not because of deep lyrics, but because of vibes, branding, and distribution. A fire beat, a strong hook, and…
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…
Introducing the Next Generation of Music News—Fresh, Fast & Fearless Tired of music news feeling like homework? We get it. That’s why Music Press Asia is changing the game with…
Hikaru Utada is currently on their “HIKARU UTADA SCIENCE FICTION TOUR 2024,” which marks their first such jaunt since 2018. The tour, featuring shows in Fukuoka, Aichi, Saitama, Miyagi and Tokyo thus far, included their very first Taipei concert, held over two days on August 10 and 11. The show drew an audience of around 20,000 fans. Following the performances,…
Before you think of this as a dull old show on a stage, get a new perspective! Classic Chinese opera is developing current trends in the best interest of today’s…
In many ways, literature stands firmly as part of music, just as lyricism is an integral aspect of creativity. Recently, I found myself reading a book written by Joyce Carol…
With a career spanning almost four decades, GRAMMY® Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell is one of the most celebrated artists of his era. Bell has performed with virtually every major orchestra…
After listening to the whole album in one sitting, I wondered how I could wisely interpret Billie Eilish’s latest studio album. While it may only take 43 minutes, there are…
Beethoven is a name we all know well today. As a composer in the late 18th century, Beethoven was already making headlines. And one of his profound creative work was…
A rediscovery of the home country After a decade away, returning to Malaysia felt like a warm embrace. The familiar sights, sounds, and aromas sparked a surge of nostalgia, a…
[Cover image: Warna Indonesia’s vocal group is scheduled to perform at Java International Jazz Festival, Indonesia this May 2024.] Dive into the rhythm of May and June 2024 with Music…
Pop diva Jolin Tsai has become acclaimed for her uniquely enchanting voice and magnetic stage presence. Between 2019 and 2023, her enthralling “Ugly Beauty World Tour” captivated audiences worldwide. The…
If there’s anything synonymous with the name Hikaru Utada, it is her debut single Automatic/Time Will Tell launched 25 years ago. Since then, this J-pop artist has been on a roll. The song alone sold over two million copies and propelled her to instant stardom.…
