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Melody Journey
Melody Journey is an original Chinese reality show jointly produced by Jiangsu TV and iQiyi. The first episode aired simultaneously on both platforms on August 18, 2024. The program aims to match singers with songwriters in order to promote and showcase original songs. On April 23, 2025, iQiyi announced that the second season has been ordered. Show format Basic premise Each episode features 5-8 original songs by songwriters, who perform their demos to a group of singers. Singers, each with six CDs as tokens, then visit songwriters' rooms during the conversation stage to express their interest in the songs via giving the songwriters CDs. Singers may give more than one CD to indicate higher level of interest. Based on the CDs received, songwriters select the singer who best suits their song. After matching, the singer works with the songwriter to finalize the song before the performance stage at MGM Cotai. "Burst light" option Singers can claim a song via the "burst light" optio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Variety Show
Variety show, also known as variety arts or variety entertainment, is entertainment made up of a variety of acts including musical performances, sketch comedy, magic, acrobatics, juggling, and ventriloquism. It is normally introduced by a compère (master of ceremonies) or host. The variety format made its way from the Victorian era stage in Britain and America to radio and then television. Variety shows were a staple of English language television from the late 1940s into the 1980s. While the format is still widespread in some parts of the world, such as in the United Kingdom with the '' Royal Variety Performance'', the Philippines with ''Eat Bulaga!'' and '' It's Showtime'', and South Korea with '' Running Man'', the proliferation of multichannel television and evolving viewer tastes have affected the popularity of variety shows in the United States. Despite this, their influence has still had a major effect on late night television whose late-night talk shows and NBC's vari ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shan Yichun
Shan Yichun (, born 23 December 2001) is a Chinese singer-songwriter. Noted for winning season 5 of Chinese reality talent show ''Sing! China ''Sing! China'' (; formerly ) is a Chinese singing competition television series broadcast on Zhejiang Television. It is produced by Star (CM) Holdings Ltd. It premiered during the summer on 15 July 2016. It is a re-branded version of ''The V ...'', Shan released her debut album, ''Courage'', and hosted her inaugural solo concert ''Please Me'' in 2023. Filmography Film Television shows References {{China-singer-stub 2001 births Living people Chinese women singer-songwriters ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vincent Fang (lyricist)
Vincent Fang (; born 26 January 1969) is a Taiwanese lyricist, best known for his collaboration with singer-songwriter Jay Chou. Fang has been nominated for multiple Golden Melody Awards, and won ''Best Lyricist'' at the 19th Golden Melody Awards for Jay Chou's "青花瓷" (Blue and White Porcelain) from '' On the Run''. He is considered to be at the forefront of China Wind music, with his works often treated as poetry of artistic merit that garners high critical regard. In 1997, he sent samples of his lyrics to record companies, hoping to find a new career that complemented his passion for writing. Record company owner Jacky Wu was impressed with his work and hired Fang to work with Chou, who had just started his songwriting career. In 2000, Chou released his first album (titled '' Jay'') and since then produced albums in which Fang contributes the majority of the lyrics. Chou's fame grew rapidly across Asia, pulling Fang into the limelight as well. Fang's lyrics are noted ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liu Xijun
Sara Liu Xijun ( zh, s=刘惜君, t=劉惜君, p=Líu Xījūn, j=Lau4 Sik1 Gwan1; born 30 April 1988), is a Chinese pop singer who rose to fame through televised singing competitions. Liu was born in Shenzhen, Guangdong province to a Hakka family and began as a singer by ranking fifth in the fourth season (2009) of a singing contest in China, '' Super Girls'' ( zh, links=no, s=快乐女声), or Happy Girl. Super Girls 2009 main page. Career life * In 2009, Liu Xijun decided to take part in the famous Hunan TV show '' Super Girl'', but she failed to rank with the Hunan TV Hunan Television or Hunan TV () is a state-owned provincial satellite TV station launched on September 29, 1970. It is currently China's second-most-watched television channel, second to China Central Television's CCTV-1, although Hunan TV has oc ... '' Super Girl'' nationwide top 3. Her musical experience is listed below. * Personal experience: * In 2003, Liu Xijun started to show her shining talent: she wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lil Ghost (singer)
Wang Linkai ( zh, s=王琳凯; born 20 May 1999), commonly known by his stage name Xiao Gui ( zh, c=小鬼, p=Xiǎo Guǐ; Lil Ghost in English) is a Chinese rapper and singer-songwriter who creates rap as his main form of musical expression. He began his career as a contestant on the rap competition show ''The Rap of China'' in 2017. The following year, Wang rose to fame after joining the reality survival show ''Idol Producer'' debuting as a member of Chinese boy band Nine Percent. After the group's disbandment in 2019, Wang began his solo career. Personal life Wang was born in Haiyang City, Yantai, Shandong Province on 20 May 1999, and grew up in Xiamen City, Fujian Province. He is currently studying at Beijing Contemporary Music Academy. His father was a military officer, and his mother was a member of the art corps of the army, so Wang grew up in the army when he was young. He became interested in hip-hop at the age of 12 or 13, and later went to school in Beijing. Career ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liu Yuning
Liu Yuning ( zh, c=, s=刘宇宁, t=劉宇寧, p=Liú Yǔníng; born January 8, 1990) is a Chinese singer, actor, and the lead singer of Modern Brothers. In 2018, Liu rose to stardom by his covers on platforms YY's Live Streaming and Douyin. ''Forbes'' China listed Liu on their 30 Under 30 Asia list in 2019. His debut album won the "Media Recommended Album" award at the 2020 Chinese Top Ten Music Awards, and his second extended play ''Listen•Ning'' (2020–21) won the "Most Popular EP" award in 2021 Chinese Top Ten Music Awards. Outside of music, Liu also gained recognition as an actor through his roles in television series such as ''A Journey to Love'' in 2023 and ''The Prisoner of Beauty'' in 2025. Early life Liu was born in Dandong, Liaoning Province. His father died when he was 4 years old. His mother remarried and he grew up under his grandparents' care. Liu developed a passion for music from a young age, although his family's financial situation prevented him from pur ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bibi Zhou
Zhou Bichang (; born 26 July 1985), also known as Bibi Zhou, is a Chinese singer, songwriter, and musician. She debuted her singing career by winning the second place at the Chinese singing contest '' Super Girl'' in 2005. The next year she released her debut album '' Who Touched My Violin String''. She debuted her acting career by featuring in the 2006 Chinese films '' McDull, the Alumni'' and '' The 601st Phone Call''. In 2014, she won an MTV Europe Music Award for Best Worldwide Act. In 2015, she won a Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Chinese Act. Life and career 1985–2005: Early years and career beginnings Zhou was born to her parents Zhou Zhongzhan and Lu Yuanyuan in Changsha, Hunan on 26 July 1985. Her father was a government agent, while her mother was a Chinese folk music teacher. At the age of six, she and her family moved to Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. She attended Yuanling Elementary School, Gangxia Elementary School, Fuhua Elementary School, and Fut ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ayanga
Ayanga (born 23 October 1989) is a Chinese theatre actor, singer, and songwriter of Mongolian ethnic background from Ordos City, Inner Mongolia, China. Early life Ayanga was born in Ordos City, Inner Mongolia, China. His parents were sheep herders and died before he turned seven. He was raised by his older brother who was 20 years older. He received education in Mongolian and spoke little Mandarin when he was young. He was sent to the Ikezhao League Art School around age 12. He was accepted into the Inner Mongolian PLA Song and Dance Troupe at the age of 14. He did not remain complacent with his career path, so he travelled to Beijing to pursue his dream in art and performance at the age of 17. He was admitted into the prestigious Beijing Dance Academy and majored in musical theatre. In his senior year, his older brother passed away. After graduating from college, he joined the Beijing Opera and Dance Theater and became a musical theatre actor and a singer. In 2021, Ayanga wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kenji Wu
Kenji Wu (; born 18 October 1979) is a Taiwanese singer, songwriter, actor and director. Early life Wu was born on 18 October 1979 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. When he was six, he moved to Argentina, but came back to Taiwan to compete in MTV Taiwan's "New Artist Fight Game". He attended the National Taiwan University of Arts majoring in theater. Career After competing in the "New Artist Fight Game" competition in 2000, he was subsequently signed to Virgin Music. Within half a year, Wu released his debut album ''Tomorrow, Alone'' (一個人的Tomorrow). Despite the involvement of top producers, the album received lukewarm response and weak sales. However, this gave him opportunities to act in Taiwanese drama such as ''Peach Girl'' and ''Moonlight Forest''. During his time acting, he continued to perform songs he wrote and composed at pubs. With an intense passion for music, Wu made a comeback to the music industry in November 2004 with a self-titled album, released by Seed Music. All ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chen Zhuoxuan
Chen Zhuoxuan ( zh, s=陈卓璇, t=, p=Chén Zhuóxuán; born 13 August 1997; also known by her English name Krystal Chan) is a Chinese actress and singer. She first appeared in the 2016 audition show '' Super Girl 2016'', where she was awarded first in the Xi'an Xi'an is the list of capitals in China, capital of the Chinese province of Shaanxi. A sub-provincial city on the Guanzhong plain, the city is the third-most populous city in Western China after Chongqing and Chengdu, as well as the most populou ... region and joined the Super Girls Group, subsequently finishing 15th nationally. Super Girl Group disbanded in 2017, and in the same year she played her first character, You You (幽幽) in the web-drama 《云客江湖》and participated in Sound of My Dream season 2. Chen gained more popularity in 2019, as the minor character Ah Qing in '' The Untamed''. In 2020, she participated in the survival show '' Produce Camp 2020'', finishing fourth and debuting as the main voca ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Meng Jia
Meng Jia (; born. February 3, 1989), simply known as Jia, is a Chinese singer and actress. She was a member of South Korean girl group Miss A until her contract expired in May 2016. After leaving Miss A, Meng Jia signed with Banana Culture Music in 2016 to pursue her solo career in China. Life and career 1989–2009: Early life and career beginnings Meng Jia was born on February 3, 1989, as the only child of her family. She attended school in Beijing and was recruited by JYP Entertainment JYP Entertainment Corporation () is a South Korean Multinational corporation, multinational entertainment and record label Conglomerate (company), conglomerate founded in 1997 by Park Jin-young, J. Y. Park. Operating as a record label, talent ... in 2007. She later attended Seoul Institute of the Arts. Meng Jia was initially part of the project group and the Chinese version of the Wonder Girls known as "Sisters", which was disbanded due to changes in members and trainees. In 20 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Duan Aojuan
Duan Aojuan (born December 28, 2000) is a Chinese singer. She became a member of Rocket Girls 101 after finishing fourth in the survival show ''Produce 101''. Early life Born on 28 December 2000, Duan graduated from Chengdu No. 44 High School. Career 2018-present: ''Produce 101'' and debut with Rocket Girls 101 In 2018, Duan participated in the Chinese reality survival girl group show Produce 101 China aired from April 21 to June 23 on Tencent Video. Duan was eventually placed 4th overall in the final episode and debuted as a member of Rocket Girls 101 on 23 June as the main vocalist. She has made several notable soundtrack appearances for films such as "幸福的時光" in '' The Island'', "毒液前來" for promotion of ''Venom Venom or zootoxin is a type of toxin produced by an animal that is actively delivered through a wound by means of a bite, sting, or similar action. The toxin is delivered through a specially evolved ''venom apparatus'', such as fangs or a sti . ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
