Chinese Indie Music

For many people, when they think of Chinese music, they think of the typical overly cutesy or slow songs that all sound the same. However, did you know that the Chinese indie music scene is flourishing and contributes to the indie scene as much as their western counterparts?

Here are some of Indie bands for you guys to hear some different/experimental/fresh music! ENJOY!

My little airport

(http://www.mylittleairport.com/)

One of Hong Kong’s best kept secrets, My Little Airport is an electro-noise-pop duet comprised of Nicole (the unassuming and charming vocalist) and P (who plays the guitar, keyboards and writes most songs).

Here are links to some of their songs:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTpwETrBqIM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r15_zMxLMG0&feature=related

Lonely China Day

(http://lonelychinaday.com/)

Lonely China Day is a band from Beijing who just finished their debut tour in the U.S., taking them through New York, the Midwest and culminating at the SXSW.

Their music can be described as a kind of glitch-alternative rock. Lonely China Day can be compared to the likes of Radiohead with their driving rock beats and spices of electronic & synth effects.

Here are links to some of their songs:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sWZ1ONLip4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eTBUFclEyxE

Gemini Trip

(http://www.modernsky.com/records/g011.htm)

Composer and vocalist HuZi and Wang Juan from Shanghai joined forces to form Gemini Trip. Released on Modernsky’s electronic sub-label Guava, they create an original blend of ephemeral electronic music and ballads. Offering an electronic texture compatible with vocals, this down-tempo music is a raw take on the overproduced numbers.
Here are links to some of their songs:

http://www.tudou.com/programs/view/TFQzjeUwhvc/

http://beautifullnoise.blogspot.com/2009/03/hu-zi-wang-juan-gemini-trip-2008.html

I hope you guys enjoyed the music and that this opened your eyes and made you realize that the Chinese music scene goes way beyond Jay Chou and Wang Lee Hom (Even though I have to admit that they are awesome nonetheless).