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The first Chinese rock song was arguably the Northwest Wind anthem "Nothing To My Name", first performed in 1984 by Cui Jian, widely recognized as the father of Chinese rock. The song introduced into post-revolutionary China a whole new ethos that combined individualism, direct and bold expression.
- Brain Failure 脑浊. These guys originally formed in the nineties while they were still at (a very elite) high school in Beijing and have the notable distinction of being the first punk band in China to self-release a demo.
- Carsick Cars 晕车的车. The lineup of Carsick Cars has changed somewhat since they started in 2005, with only one of the original members still playing under their banner.
- Chocolate Tiger 猛虎巧克力. Based in Taiwan, actress and indie artist Enno Cheung currently fronts Chocolate Tiger, which is a bit heavier than her usual acoustic solo offerings.
- Criminal Thoughts 犯罪想法. The entire eight-year discography of Criminal Thoughts is 35 minutes long, which off the bat makes them kind of amazing.
Learn about the history and achievements of 10 influential Chinese rock bands, from Beyond to Second Hand Rose. Discover their representative works, genres, and awards in this comprehensive review.
- DAVID BORING (Hong Kong) Everything is beautiful and everywhere hurts. Everyone’s a victim. Everything is boring. DAVID BORING love their little philosophical soliloquys.
- The ROMP (Fuzhou)
- Endless White (Xi’an)
- Gatsby in a Daze (Hangzhou) Three bands crafting their own uniquely Chinese genre: what I like to call “slacker post rock”: It’s a new genre taking hold in China’s tier-2 cities, with a number of disparate young bands making laid-back, mostly instrumental, dreamy guitar soundscapes.
- Nothing to My Name (一无所有) – by Cui Jian. “Nothing to My Name”, also known as “I Have Nothing” in English, is a 1986 rock song by Chinese “rock song father” Cui Jian.
- A Dream Return to Tang Dynasty (梦回唐朝) – by Tang Dynasty Band. “A Dream Return to Tang Dynasty” was released in 1992 by Tang Dynasty Band. The album was so popular and officially sold about 2,000,000 copies throughout Asia and abroad.
- Rock ‘n’ Roll on the New Long March (新长征路上的摇滚) – by Cui Jian. “Rock ‘N’ Roll on the New Long March” is a 1989 album by Cui Jian, the so-called “Father of Chinese Rock”.
- The Internationale in Chinese (国际歌) – by Tang Dynasty Band. This is a metal rock version of the song “The Internationale in Chinese” by Tang Dynasty Band in 1991.
Mar 25, 2019 · Learn about four popular and influential Chinese rock bands: Beyond, Tang Dynasty, Panthers and 43 Baojia Street. Discover their history, style and best songs in this article.
Jun 24, 2021 · The article explores the challenges and resilience of the indie rock scene in China, from censorship and police crackdowns to gentrification and a reality-TV show. It features the stories of bands, venues, and fans who defy the odds and express themselves through music.
