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Chanpan creates a fiery, futuristic sound of liberation

With culture and community at their foundation, the New York-based musical trio is primed for world domination

It’s Mad Tsai’s World and We’re Just Living in It

As we anxiously await his upcoming EP, let’s look into this rising popstar’s music journey this far

Still image taken from SASAMI's "Honeycrash" music video

JoySauce Radio: Celebrate Pride with these LGBTQ+ artists

From indie-pop to punk rock, these artists will help you kick off summer right

A young Asian woman with long dark hair, in a white tank top, lays on a pink and teal rug, with one arm behind her head and a guitar next to her.

Gen Z Asian Americans are making indie alternative rock cool again

Meet some of the up-and-coming artists incorporating their racial or cultural identities into what’s historically been a very white genre

A closeup portrait of singer Lay Zhang in a black top, against a blue and purple backdrop.

Lay Zhang is both a dreamer and a doer

Writer Cielo Perez talks with the former member of K-pop group EXO about his new English-language album, how his Chinese culture impacts his work, and what he hopes to impart on the next generation of idols

Still taken from the music video for “ooweeooweeoo” by Chanpan

JoySauce Radio: Tracks to wrap up AANHPI Heritage Month

From energetic beats to softer melodies and emotional lyrics, these new releases from AA+PI artists keep the celebration going

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Big Ocean debuts as K-pop’s first hard of hearing idol group

An interview with the trio, who found harmony beyond hearing and are ready to create a more inclusive entertainment scene for all

JoySauce Radio: A little something for every mood

We’ve got the soundtrack to your spring adventures

Dolly Ave Refuses to Be Pigeonholed

This LA-based singer-songwriter won’t let arbitrary labels diminish her undeniable talent

JoySauce Radio: These tracks are fire

However you choose to welcome warmer weather, we’ve got you with this month’s playlist

Let’s Appreciate the Bright Pink Universe of CHAI One Last Time

The all-girl Japanese band disbanded this month, but their impact will last forever

Singer and rapper BBY NABE performs on stage while reaching out to fans in the audience.

BBY NABE is living the dream

Writer Oscar Kim Bauman talks to the singer and rapper about how he turned a casual hobby to full-blown musical career

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Dive into Miami Music Week with Hidden Horizon’s All-Asian lineup

Eight Asian DJs will share the spotlight at the new music label’s launch party

2 South Korean artists in jackets and 1 Viet American artist in green background.

SE SO Neon and Thuy headline Friends:Forever Asian music showcase at SXSW

Jaded entertainment company returns to Austin’s biggest music fest with a lineup of over 40 artists from the Asian diaspora

JoySauce Radio: Songs that have us feeling like spring

Bloom and grow with these hot tracks for your playlist, from new songs to unexpected genre swaps

Still from Mad Tsai's music video, "in my head"

JoySauce Radio: A new playlist for the new year

Refresh your New Year playlist with these 10 AA+PI groovy tunes

Eight members of tripleS' EVOLution sub-unit stand staggered in school girl-style uniforms, against a light backdrop.

Step into the World of tripleS with LOVElution and EVOLution

Meet the K-pop girl group that takes fan interaction to the next level

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How College Radio is Bringing K-Pop to the Airwaves

With fewer restrictions and restraints, college radio stations have more freedom to clue listeners into tunes beyond the Top 40

Collage of five Southeast Asian music artists: Alextbh, Ruby Ibarra, Sinead Harnett, Sophia Laforteza, and RINI.

5 Southeast Asian artists to Watch in 2024

From pop to R&B, these artists are ready to rep the excellence of Southeast Asia in the new year

Image from the music video for “Fast Forward” by Somi

JoySauce Radio: Our Top 10 Songs of 2023

It’s been a hot year for music out of the A+PI diaspora—these hits need to be on your playlist

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How Mandopop and Cantopop break social stereotypes and embrace gender inclusivity

These Chinese language pop subgroups deserve more recognition in the U.S.—and for more than just the music