Mirror — A Reflection 2.0

I knew one day we no longer needed to be long-distance anymore — reflecting on the journey leading up to the Mirror world tour concerts in New York City and Toronto, it's clear that it was one heck of a ride filled with excitement, determination, and a real sense of belonging to the Hong Kong community. It all kicked off when Mirror dropped the bombshell that Toronto was on their Feel the Passion Concert Tour map — quite a surprise, I must say! Having been through the ticket frenzy for their Hong Kong concerts, I knew I needed a game plan to snag those tickets.

Current AffairsFête ChinoiseApril 19, 2024music, Music, hong kong, Hong Kong, concerts, CelebrityComment

Alex Porat: Ready for Liftoff 用作品說話：陳愛麗

Alex Porat is on the cusp of greatness. Raised in both Toronto and Vancouver, the 26-year-old Canadian soft pop singer-songwriter began her musical journey recording covers of hit songs in her bedroom just over a decade ago, posting them on YouTube where her crystalline voice, tremulous vulnerability and alluring physical presence quickly attracted more than a million global subscribers. Today, Porat is the artist other artists are getting excited about.

Personal StoriesFête ChinoiseMarch 22, 2024singer, music, Music, Asian representaton, Asian RepresentationComment

Phoenix Rising: Angel Wang Returns to Koerner Hall With World Premiere and Classical Favourites

On December 2, 2023, Koerner Hall will host a unique musical journey titled “Phoenix Rising”, curated by the talented violinist Angel Wang in collaboration with the Canadian Chinese Society for the Arts (CCSA). The thematic core of the concert, "Phoenix Rising," serves as a testament to Angel's profound belief in the phoenix spirit—a symbol of immortality, resilience, and rebirth. In an extensive interview with Fête Chinoise, Angel shared the intricate connections between her artistry, Chinese cultural roots, and the indomitable spirit embodied by the phoenix.

Community & PeopleFête ChinoiseDecember 1, 2023Events, Community, chinese, music, Music, TorontoComment

The Comeback of Chinese-Canadian Music Icon: Wanting Qu 愛上‧曲婉婷

In 2012, her megahit “You Exist In My Song” catapulted her to superstardom, earning her numerous awards such as Best New Artist, Best Music Composer and Best Song from many top Asian platforms. To date, the track’s official music video has over 170 million views on YouTube, a staggering figure that might not even fully reflect her extensive following in China. Capping off her meteoric rise, Wanting performed in front of a live television audience of close to one billion viewers at the 2013 annual Spring Festival Gala, sharing the stage with the legendary Celine Dion.

Personal StoriesFête ChinoiseApril 26, 2022Asian Representation, singer, Music, chinese musicComment

Stories of Time: Eason Chan 時間的故事:陳奕迅

There is a reason why he has a nickname E神 or 歌神: God of Songs, admired by many like an immortal on his grand stage. Surpassing most performance careers — singer, songwriter, actor and producer, Eason Chan (陳奕迅) is now into his third decade of music-making since he began his career in 1995. Not many pop stars stay relevant for such a long and continuous stretch of time in the especially fast-paced Asian entertainment landscape, yet Eason has defied the odds. Winning multiple awards across Asia, and selling out for concert tours worldwide, he has been one of the top producing artists in Asia since the early 2000s.

Personal Stories, Design DialogueFête ChinoiseDecember 21, 2021Asian Representation, Music, chinese musicComment

Hanjin Tan : Identity Through Music 陳奐仁：一個音樂人的堅持

Hanjin Tan is a celebrity singer-songwriter-producer-actor who is making a difference in the music scene in Asia and for his fanbase around the world. With a unique Hainanese background, he speaks fluently in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Japanese, which is reflected in his diverse use of language when he sings and produces music.

陳奐仁，唱作藝人，最佳歌手、最佳作曲作詞人、最佳年度製作人，獲獎無數，正在為他的歌迷和亞洲音樂製造一番新景象。

Personal StoriesDeborah Lau-YuJuly 22, 2021Music, hanjin tan, chinese music, Awards, asian heritageComment

TYLER SHAW《LEAN ON ME》加拿大華裔歌手葉銘恆《依靠我》

Who else is celebrating their first Father’s Day? Canadian singer songwriter Tyler Shaw has been producing music and sharing his thoughts from home throughout the pandemic. He also welcomed his baby daughter into the world, who pops up in his feed regularly! Happy first Father’s Day, Tyler! Last year, we had a chance to spend some time with Tyler (at the lovely Hazelton Hotel Toronto) to learn about his journey of music, his relationship with Chinese heritage, also his ArtistsCan project initiated with fellow Canadian artist, Fefe Dobson.

Art and Fashion, Personal StoriesRuizhou LiJune 17, 2021Tyler Shaw, Music, chinese canadian, fatherComment

Karen Mok: Where Words Fail, Music Speaks 當世界休止時，音樂從不止息

What made the hit single, Breathing is Hazardous, 呼吸有害, the song of the year in Hong Kong? Karen Mok 莫文蔚 is the voice behind the song that swept all five major awards platforms, thrusting her back into the spotlight of her home city. What makes this song so special for Chinese diasporas around the world? Read on to discover more about her career and stunning performance at the 881903 Ultimate Song Chart Awards this month.

Art and FashionFête ChinoiseJanuary 20, 2021Music, entertainmentComment

The Avant-garde Singer from Mars: Hua Chenyu

Considered one of the most influential Chinese musicians under thirty, Hua Chenyu is an artist you need to know about.

Art and FashionFête ChinoiseSeptember 10, 2020Celebrity, Music Comments

The Queen of Hearts: G.E.M.

The Shanghai-born Hong Kong-raised superstar, G.E.M. (Get Everybody Moving -- the stage name for Gloria Tang) was destined to rise to stardom. Happy 29th Birthday to G.E.M. on August 16!

Media Partnerships, Personal StoriesGuest UserAugust 16, 2020Music, CelebrityComment

5 Things I Learned in the Entertainment Industry

Today Eugene Tang shares his experiences in hopes of helping more Canadians understand the Chinese-speaking entertainment industry and also provide tips on pursuing a career there.

Food and LifestyleFête ChinoiseAugust 6, 2020Entertainment, Taiwan, Celebrity, List, Actor, MusicComment

On a Personal Level: How to Face Anti-Asian Racism in Canada

Award-winning Chinese Canadian conductor Ken Hsieh shares his thoughts on facing racism from childhood to today, with practical tips in confrontations.

Personal StoriesFête ChinoiseJune 30, 2020Anti-Racism, Vancouver, Music, Personal StoriesComment