One of the joys of being a Blackpink “Blink” is that it’s led me to explore other Asian artists. I’ve discover that while Western music seems pretty mired in repeating the same old riffs, Asian music artist like Blackpink and BTS incorporate Hip-Hop, Funk, Jazz, and even Middle Eastern/Bollywood influences. Asian music has evolved into World music.
One of the most surprising “East meets West” crossovers I’ve found is a Chinese musician named Moyun. Her love of traditional Chinese music played on the Guzheng led her to learn the instrument and become a star in China, but it also led her to see if she could adapt Western rock to the Guzheng as well, and the result is pretty amazing.
She also does a killer version of “Hotel California”…
What a talent. I’m so happy to have discovered her…
Yeah, that's good!