Beyond the Reefs

EP028: From the Mandopop revival to under-represented music languages


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Join host Joey Chou as he dives into socio-economic issues faced by Taiwan, and their broader impact beyond the reefs of this island nation.

 

The global music industry is in the midst of a seismic shift. Fueled by streaming, artificial intelligence, and cultural cross-pollination, the way we create, consume, and profit from music is evolving at lightning speed. And at the heart of this transformation? Asia. From K-pop’s global dominance to the rise of AI-generated tracks, Asia is not just participating in the global music scene—it’s leading.

 

Our guest is Charlie Wu. Charlie Wu is the General Manager of SWACT—short for Society of We Are Canadians Too. Based in Vancouver, Canada, SWACT focuses on promoting BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) representation in music, arts, and the wider creative economy.

Through festivals, showcases, and mentorship programs, SWACT connects communities and empowers underrepresented artists to share their stories—and their sound.

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Beyond the ReefsBy Joey Chou, Rti