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Taste the urban vibe of contemporary China, here with Beijing Calling.
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F.U.N shows you how nu-metal should sound in 2020
Four veterans from China's millennial nu-metal scene recently formed a new band called F.U.N. Joining us today is Jazzine, manager of F.U.N and also c...
Charming and funky groove from ETA
Warm, charming and retro tones of Changsha's native ETA band, is what you need right now.
The Latest From Beijing Indie Outfit Biuya
Beijing-based indie outfit Biuya finally presented their EP since we last heard them three years ago. Let's check out what they've got!
From Renaissance To Modern Dance
A new band from Beijing named themselves after the Renaissance artist Titian. Let's check out what they have behind this name.
Britpop Is Over, Said Elenore
Beijing-based indie-rock outfit Elenore just celebrated their 10 year anniversary, together with a brand new album Shine A Light. Take a listen!
Cool Acid Soul: Everything About Mia Aim
It’s already winter time, can’t believe we’re saying goodbye to 21 century’s first decade! In this time of year, we absolutely need some good music to...
Look At Earth From Outer Space with MimikBanka
Beijing-based independent act Mimikbanka is ready to play you some delicate and romanctic melodies. Taste the urban vibe of contemporary China, here w...
Psychedelic Pop Sound of Bowaswell
From unknown to supporting BADBADNOTGOOD's performance in Beijing, Bowaswell has impressed the crowd with their warm, relaxed, and a little bit myster...
Hielektromen Offers 100% Analog Sound
Using full 100% analogue synths and drum machines to create authentic sound to the dancefloor, Beijing-based electronic act Hielektromen has released...
Worldview of Mico- From Drummer To Producer
Starting his career as a drummer, Liu Wei has been exploring his boundary of musical expression, and gradually evolves into a composer and producer un...
I Embrace You- The Latest From Folk Singer Cheng Bi
Today let’s listen to a selection of songs from singer songwriter Cheng Bi’s latest album Then I Embrace You. Taste the urban vibe of contemporary Chi...
Not Just A Beatmaker- What's New From Dizkar
Being good at making instrumental beats doesn't satisfy Dizkar yet, in this October, he returned as an R&B singer-songwriter with a brand new album ca...
A Night Swimmer In Shock River
This week's Beijing Calling features young and very prolific electronic music producer Night Swimmer, who is very good at weaving nostalgic dreams tha...
Conflict and Reconstruction: The Latest from Howie Lee
Beijing-based electronic music visionary Howie Lee visits our studio and brings with him the latest full-length album. Take a listen.
A Trip to Seaport with Xiao Ying
This week's Beijing Calling features young composer/pianist Xiao Ying and his new single Large Seaport, which illustrates the beautiful scenery of a s...
A Space Odyssey with INXU
Founded in 2015, Beijing-based alternative rock band INXU has finally published their debut full album 300,000. In this episode of Beijing Calling, we...
90s Throwback with Metropolis
Over the past 3 years, we have been witnessing a strong revival of City-pop, a pop music style originated from Japan in the late 1970s, and was stron...
A Dose of Penicillin
Having gained great popularity and also controversy in this summer, thanks to the TV show Big Band, Beijing-based rock outfit Penicillin is coming bac...
Introducing Flash Beats Bone
Today we have electronic music producer Shen, who is also the member of Beijing-based groove collective called Flash Beats Bone, whose music revolves...
Funky Groove from Shanghai City
Introducing Shanghai-based funk group HOWHY, get ready and get funky! Beijing Calling brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene.
Summer Hotel Is Open Again
Newly released compilation album Summer Hotel vol.2 nicely reflects the urban vibe in today’s China.
Summer Breeze from Orange Ocean
Li Yuan brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene. In this week's show, we listen to Qingdao based indie-pop band Orange Ocean, givi...
Young Blood from Modern Sky 9 compilation
Li Yuan brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene. In this week's show, we listen to some newcomers selected from comps Modern Sky #...
TrueTrue- Artificial Intelligence with Human Emotions
Li Yuan brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene. In this week's show, we listen to future-oriented electronic duo TrueTrue present...
Cotton Range-A Warm Hug of 90s Nostalgia
Li Yuan brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene. In this week's show, we listen to a new band Cotton Range with their freshly puli...
Not Just Another Arctic Monkeys- Hulu Boyz Releases New EP
Li Yuan brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene. In this week's show, we listen to Hulu Boyz presenting their freshly published lo...
Young and Dumb Gives You Summer Bittersweet
Li Yuan brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene. In this week's show, we listen to a bittersweet single just released by Xi'an-bas...
Meet The Electronic Producer Shii
Li Yuan brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene. In this week's show, we listen to new single just released by Wuhan-based electro...
Jazz Singer Xi Chenchen In New Style
Li Yuan brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene. In this week's show, we listen to new single just released by Shanghai-based jazz...
Cross-Genre Pianist Yue Xuan Releases Single Featuring Multi-Instrumentalist Ruining
Li Yuan brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene. In this week's show, we listen to new single just released by young pianist Yue X...
Panda! Panda! Panda!
"Welcome to the season finale of Beijing Calling and we're taking you somewhere really special!
If you were to bring one stuffed animal...
Grandma Said (part 2)
Mirror Mirror on the Wall
Who is the wisest one of all?
Is it the King?
Is it the Queen?
Is it...
Grandma Said (part 1)
Mirror Mirror on the Wall
Who is the wisest one of all?
Is it the King?
Is it the Queen?
Is it...
New Music Calling-Fresh Release From China's Alternative Rockers FAZI
Li Yuan brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene. In this week's show, we listen to two new singles just released by alternative ba...
We Love Dog, Cats and More!
Just two decades ago, pets were still rather rare in China when people were busy just managing their children, but nowadays, more and more people, eve...
Freckles, to Love U or to Hate U?
People from China have quite different standards than people from the West when it comes to defining beauty. A recent advertisement from Zara featurin...
Are You OK Troubled in Marriage Markets
Many single young men and women were facing challenge going home during the Spring Festival holidays, for their pushy parents may keep asking when the...
Lucky Things in China (part2)
"There are many symbols of good luck around the world. Some are very well known, such as four-leaf clovers in Ireland; dream catchers in Native Americ...
Lucky Things in China (part1)
"There are many symbols of good luck around the world. Some are very well known, such as four-leaf clovers in Ireland; dream catchers in Native Americ...
New Music Calling: A Love Song For Lovers
Li Yuan brings you the latest from China's contemporary music scene. In this week's show, we have a romantic duo by Li Quan and Dutch jazz singer Laur...