About Chinese rock
Chinese rock is a music genre that emerged in People's Republic of China. It is usually classed as a form of rock music and Chinese modern music.
Among the best-known names in the style are JJ Lin.
From Wikipedia
Chinese rock (Chinese: 中国摇滚; pinyin: Zhōngguó yáogǔn; also simplified Chinese: 中国摇滚音乐; traditional Chinese: 中國搖滾音樂; pinyin: Zhōngguó yáogǔn yīnyuè, lit. "Chinese rock and roll music") is a wide variety of rock and roll music made by rock bands and solo artists from Mainland China (other regions such as Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau are considered separate scenes). Rock music as an independent music genre first appeared in China in the 1980s, during the age of New Enlightenment. Typically, Chinese rock is described as an anti-traditional instrument, a music that defies mainstream ideology, commercial establishment, and cultural hegemony. Chinese rock is a fusion of forms integrating Western popular music and traditional Chinese music.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Chinese rock.
- ↑ rock music
- ↑ Chinese modern music
Key artists
- JJ Lin
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Chinese rock?
Chinese rock is a music genre that emerged in People's Republic of China. It is usually classed as a form of rock music and Chinese modern music.
Where and when did Chinese rock originate?
Chinese rock originated in People's Republic of China.
Who are famous Chinese rock artists?
JJ Lin.