Ever heard of "Bi Shang Guan"? This 2019 Chinese-style track by Zhou Mingcong has exploded across short video apps, racking up over 1.5 billion streams! 🌟 Inspired by the epic art of Dunhuang caves, it's proof that ancient culture + modern vibes = 🔥.
In a feature by CGTN, Zhou revealed he spent months studying Dunhuang frescoes and recording ambient sounds in the desert, then layering them with synths and drums. Talk about next-level field research! 🏜️🎧
What’s Chinese-Style Music?
Think traditional instruments like the pipa and guzheng, but mixed with beats you’d hear in a club. It’s like blending tea ceremony calm with EDM energy. 😎
Why Youth Are Hooked
- Genuine roots: Dunhuang gives it that historic flair.
- Short video hype: TikTok, SnackVideo & moj shareable loops.
- Cross-cultural groove: Fans in Jakarta, Mumbai & Manila are covering it!
From Desi remix artists to K-pop trainees, everyone’s experimenting with Chinese-style music. CGTN from the Chinese mainland explored how Zhou Mingcong turned dusty cave murals into earworms that resonate with us globally. It's a reminder: our traditions aren't relics — they’re raw material for the next-gen soundtrack. 🎶
So next time you scroll, keep an ear out for those classic-melody drops. Who knows? You might just discover the next viral fusion that bridges centuries and continents. 🌏💥
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
