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Deadline Extended for 5th Petrichor International Music Competition

The 5th Petrichor International Music Competition has officially extended its application deadline, offering musicians worldwide a second chance to submit their work for one of the most substantial independent competition prize pools this year. With a total of $60,000 in prizes, the competition spans 12 categories, selecting 36 winners and 120 finalists across disciplines. It is open to performers, composers,…

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…

What deserves our attention in 2026 Music Press Asia

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Stories Worth Keeping: Selected Articles from 2025

As another year of cultural production moves behind us, much of what was written, released, and discussed in 2025 has…

Stories worth keeping 2025 Music Press Asia

Anguilla Gears Up to Host the Music Tourism Convention This November

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…

Shen Loh interview Blue Mansion Music Press Asia

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Learning the Art of Live Sound: My First 10 Sessions on the Yamaha DM7

I never thought I’d one day find myself behind a digital mixing console, responsible for shaping the sound of a live show. Yet, beginning mid-2025, I decided to take on…

Yamaha DM7 series console user experience Music Press Asia

Taitung to the Global Stage: Interview with Magistrate Ching-Ling Yao

Building a brand of celebration for the body, mind, and spirit, and resonance between the slow economy and local culture Located in southwestern Taiwan and surrounded by the mountains and…

Taitung Magistrate Yao Ching-ling Taitung Spirit Festival 2025 Music Press Asia

Music of the Month: “Instrumental Odyssey” by Putumayo

Putumayo World Music Says Farewell to CD Era, Embraces Digital Future

Yulin Folk Music Season Opens in Chengdu China

Anguilla Gears Up to Host the Music Tourism Convention This November

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Top 5 Reasons to Visit Anguilla for the Music Tourism Convention 2025

1. A New Beat for Music TourismAnguilla’s first-ever Music Tourism Convention puts the island on the global map as a destination where music, culture, and sustainable travel converge. It’s not just a conference — it’s a blueprint for how small islands can amplify creative economies through sound. 2. A World-Class SettingHosted at the luxurious Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club,…

The Unequal Pie: How AI and Tech Are Redrawing the Global Music Economy Between the U.S. and Asia-Pacific

The Global Score: One Big Market, Two Realities In 2024, the global recorded-music market was valued at US$29.6 billion, according to the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI). Out…

The unequal pie how AI and Tech are redrawing the global music economy Music Press Asia

Behind the Making of Music Press Asia with Monica Tong

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…

Monica Tong Music Press Asia Head Editorial

Will China Lead Music Business & Industry in the Next Decade?

As the world’s second-largest music market and home to some of the most advanced digital ecosystems, China is no longer just a participant in the global music industry — it’s…

Will China Lead Music Business in a Decade Music Press Asia

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South Korean Violinist Choi Soojin Wins Top Prize at 2025 Il Piccolo Violino Magico

A rising star has emerged from this year’s Il Piccolo Violino Magico, the prestigious international violin competition for musicians under 13. Choi Soojin of South Korea (b. 2012) was awarded…

Choisoojin winner Il Piccolo Violino Magico 2025 Music Press Asia

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5 Ways Music is Winning with Beats, Branding & Streaming

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…

Bruno Mars Rose APT song hit 300 million in 22 days Music Press Asia

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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…

Cannes Lion returns 2025 Music Press Asia

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Music Press Asia Launches New E-Newsletter Format

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…

Jun Emag 2025 May Stories Music Press Asia

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Samuel Dass: “Culture Defines Your Country and Customs.”

When an interview day and time to meet Malaysian sitar artists was made available to me, I jumped on the opportunity right away. Why? It wasn’t at all difficult to…

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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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Deadline Extended for 5th Petrichor International Music Competition

Before the Noise: What Deserves Our Attention in 2026?

Stories Worth Keeping: Selected Articles from 2025

Anguilla Gears Up to Host the Music Tourism Convention This November

Inside the Blue Mansion’s Classical Music Series

Learning the Art of Live Sound: My First 10 Sessions on the Yamaha DM7

Taitung to the Global Stage: Interview with Magistrate Ching-Ling Yao

Music of the Month: “Instrumental Odyssey” by Putumayo

Putumayo World Music Says Farewell to CD Era, Embraces Digital Future

Yulin Folk Music Season Opens in Chengdu China

Anguilla Gears Up to Host the Music Tourism Convention This November

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Top 5 Reasons to Visit Anguilla for the Music Tourism Convention 2025

The Unequal Pie: How AI and Tech Are Redrawing the Global Music Economy Between the U.S. and Asia-Pacific

Behind the Making of Music Press Asia with Monica Tong

Will China Lead Music Business & Industry in the Next Decade?

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South Korean Violinist Choi Soojin Wins Top Prize at 2025 Il Piccolo Violino Magico

5 Ways Music is Winning with Beats, Branding & Streaming

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

Music Press Asia Launches New E-Newsletter Format

Samuel Dass: “Culture Defines Your Country and Customs.”

Nissan Formula E Team Take On Marelli as Latest Technical Partner

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