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· Michelle De Pacina
Behind Chinese rapper Psy.P’s musical and culinary quest in New York [Interview]
After delivering an electrifying NBA half-time solo performance at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on Nov. 26, Chinese rapper Psy.P of hip hop group Higher Brothers found himself in a post-show ritual of seeking out a satisfying meal. He was on a mission for something…
· Michelle De Pacina
Higher Brothers’ PSY.P to make solo debut in New York with return of MetaMoon
Chinese rapper PSY.P of hip hop group Higher Brothers will be making his solo debut in New York with the return of MetaMoon in December. PSY.P, whose hip-hop artistry was influenced by American rappers T.I. and Lil’ Wayne, joined the rap collective Chengdu Rap House in 2011…
· William Yuk
46th Asian American International Film Festival features Rich Brian’s big-screen debut
Rich Brian’s big-screen debut is among the films to be showcased at this year’s Asian American International Film Festival. About the festival: First established by Asian Cinevision in 1978, the Asian American International Film Festival is an annual celebration of the Asian…
· Daniel Anderson
S. Korean alt-rocker LØREN, Higher Brothers’ KnowKnow join Head in the Clouds LA lineup
Two more artists have been announced for 88rising’s Head in the Clouds (HITC) Los Angeles music festival next month. The announcement: On July 24, the HITC Instagram account shared that Loren (stylized LØREN) of The Black Label and KnowKnow, a member of Chinese hip hop group…
· Daniel Anderson
Interview: Stephanie Poetri on her new song’s edgier sound, artist she’s most excited to see perform
Indonesian American singer-songwriter Stephanie Poetri challenges the notion of astrological influence on love and relationships in her latest single, “Astrologically Illogical.” Despite being a Taurus herself and living in the star-studded city of Los Angeles, Poetri approaches…
· Daniel Anderson
NIKI, XG, Rina Sawayama and Jackson Wang among Head In The Clouds LA 2023 headliners
88rising and Goldenvoice have announced the official lineup for the fifth Head in the Clouds Los Angeles music festival. Following the completion of the festival’s inaugural weekend in New York, the West Coast iteration will return to Brookside at The Rose Bowl in Pasadena,…
· Daniel Anderson
Justin Chon to produce, direct biopic of late Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh
Justin Chon and Scooter Braun’s SB Projects are joining forces to produce a film about the life and career of Tony Hsieh, the late CEO of Zappos. The film, which currently does not have a working title, will be based on the upcoming biography “Wonder Boy: Tony Hsieh, Zappos and…
· Daniel Anderson
88rising announces first-ever Head in the Clouds festival in New York
Music company 88rising recently announced the dates, venue and lineup for its inaugural Head in the Clouds New York festival. Earlier today, 88rising announced that the event will take place on May 20 and May 21 at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens.
· Daniel Anderson
Rich Brian pays homage to his Justin Chon film debut in new single ‘Sundance Freestyle’
On late Wednesday, Indonesian rapper Rich Brian released “Sundance Freestyle,” a track that pays homage to his acting debut in the drama film “Jamojaya.” The song, which is available for streaming now via 88rising and Warner Records, is a reference to the annual Sundance Film…
· Daniel Anderson
Bretman Rock wants to redeem himself after viral pole dancing mishap
In an interview with NextShark on the red carpet of the 20th Unforgettable Gala in Beverly Hills on Saturday, Bretman Rock shared which artist he would love to choreograph a pole dancing routine for. Rock was given a list of Asian artists to choose from, such as Jhené Aiko,…
· Daniel Anderson
‘I only write love songs’: 88rising’s Stephanie Poetri dishes on her love language and new single ‘Breakfast in Bed’
88rising singer-songwriter Stephanie Poetri released her new single “Breakfast in Bed” with American rapper Gnash. The collaboration is the latest in her discography following her EP “oh to be in love” last March. Poetri spoke with NextShark ahead of the single’s drop and…
· Daniel Anderson
88rising announces Head in the Clouds Manila lineup
88rising announced on social media on Sunday that one of the upcoming Head in the Clouds (HITC) music festivals will take place on Dec. 9 and Dec. 10 at the SM Festival Grounds in Paranaque City in the Philippines’ Metro Manila region. The Manila lineup includes acts such as…
· Daniel Anderson
Indonesian singer-songwriter NIKI adds Asia dates for ‘NICOLE’ world tour
Indonesian singer-songwriter NIKI announced several stops in Asia as part of her “NICOLE” world tour on Sunday. The artist will perform in Jakarta, Indonesia, on Dec. 3 and Dec. 4 before heading to Singapore; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Manila; and Taipei, Taiwan. She is currently…
· Daniel Anderson
NIKI concert review: A nostalgic Friday night party with ‘NICOLE’
Indonesian singer-songwriter NIKI is currently on her first-ever solo North American tour, which will conclude in Los Angeles on Oct. 22. The 88rising artist stopped at the Showbox in Seattle on Sep. 9. Her tour shares its name with her newly released sophomore album “NICOLE.”…
· Daniel Anderson
BIBI to star opposite ‘Vincenzo’ lead Song Joong-ki in upcoming noir film ‘Hwaran’
South Korean singer-songwriter BIBI will star alongside “Vincenzo” lead actor Song Joong-ki in the upcoming noir film, “Hwaran.” BIBI plays the sister to the film’s protagonist Yun-kyu, who gets involved in some dangerous situations with a crime boss, played by Song. Last week,…
· Daniel Anderson
BIBI steps down from K-drama debut in Netflix’s ‘Sweet Home’
South Korean singer-songwriter BIBI has stepped down from her K-drama debut in Season 2 of the Netflix series “Sweet Home” due to a scheduling conflict. A representative for Netflix commented that another actor has taken on the unknown role in lieu of BIBI. BIBI will drop a…
· Daniel Anderson
Jackson Wang enchants as the ‘MAGIC MAN’ in sophomore album
Jackson Wang dropped his sophomore album “MAGIC MAN” on Friday along with a music video for “Blue.” The album has 10 tracks, including the previously released “Blow” and “Cruel.” Wang had a hand in co-writing several songs on the album, such as “Champagne Cool,” “Go Ghost,”…
· Daniel Anderson
Video: Michelle Yeoh calls magic trick ‘boring’ … until a ‘bleeding’ card blows her mind
Legendary actor Michelle Yeoh freaked out over a bloody magic card trick performed by Asian American magician Kevin Li. Initially unimpressed with Li’s card trick, Yeoh says, “This is getting boring,” before the magician stabs the five of hearts card with a needle and turns it…
· Daniel Anderson
South Korean singer-songwriter BIBI to make K-drama debut in Netflix’s ‘Sweet Home’
South Korean singer-songwriter BIBI will make her K-drama debut in Season 2 of the Netflix series “Sweet Home.” Details about her role and the second season’s release date have yet to be announced. This will be BIBI’s second acting role following her appearance in the horror…
· Daniel Anderson
Joji releases new song ‘YUKON (INTERLUDE)’ and announces new album ‘SMITHEREENS’
Japanese Australian singer Joji released his new song “YUKON (INTERLUDE)” and announced his forthcoming album “SMITHEREENS” on Friday. The song is a follow-up to his viral June single “Glimpse of Us,” while “SMITHEREENS” will be his latest album following his 2020 sophomore…