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BEIJING, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 December 2025 - CGTN will release its new documentary "When We March Together" in January 2026, offering a refreshing look at China–US relations through the lens of youth and music. The film highlights a lesser-explored facet of the bilateral relationship—one driven by youthful energy, cooperation, and shared creativity. The documentary follows three American high school marching band students on an immersive journey across China. As they travel, rehearse, and perform with their Chinese counterparts, the young musicians forge connections that go beyond the stage. Their experience underscores the power of youth exchange and cultural collaboration in shaping the future of ties between the two countries. Friendship That Breaks Down the Walls At the core of the documentary is the story of American music director Jeff Wilson, who first traveled to China in 1987 as a student musician performing on the Great Wall—an event that became a pivotal moment in early cultural exchanges between the two nations. "The beautiful thing we experienced in 1987 is that whenever we make music together, it immediately breaks down the walls," Wilson says in the documentary. "It completely changed my perspective of the world. America and China—we're all the same." Decades later, Wilson continues to bring American students to China, nurturing ties that span generations. His daughter Riley joined the latest group of visiting students, carrying forward this legacy. In an age where information transcends distance, Wilson still emphasizes the importance of personal connections: "We need more face-to-face, eyeball-to-eyeball interaction, and less relying on the phone," he says. "Screens don't always show the truth—but meeting someone does." A Decade-Long Musical Reunion A key moment in "When We March Together" is the reunion between Beijing 57 High School and Valley Christian High School from California. In 2013, the two schools made history at the Pasadena Rose Parade by forming the East Meets West Fusion Band—the first Chinese–American high school marching ensemble to perform jointly in the iconic New Year's celebration. Todd Ryan, the band's US visual director, recalls the impact: "Each band wasn't very large on its own, but when you combined them, the musicians were joyful to hear so much more volume. When you join together, it's a powerful statement." The documentary revisits this shared history as the students reunite after more than a decade. Their performances—and the effortless camaraderie that quickly forms—bring the story "full circle," highlighting the enduring power of collaboration. Putting the Future in Young Hands For the students, music serves a universal language. "Even if you don't speak the same language, you're playing the same one," says drummer Thomas Trinh. "You can show off individually, but as a full group, you create something powerful. You learn to trust each other." Daniel Hankins adds, "Collaboration is more fun than competitiveness." This spirit of unity resonates across both China and the US. "Marching means moving forward. When we march together, so does the friendship between our nations," says Yang Guandao from Beijing 57 High School. "Finding what unites us, rather than divides us," adds Aadit Saraogi from Clarksburg High School. "Marching toward a wonderful future means putting the future in our children's hands," says Susan Eckerle, Director of Bands at Thomas S. Wootton High School. "They know how to treat people—and they do it well. Sometimes the adults just need to back off. Let the kids do it." Youth Exchange during Challenging times Beyond its musical performances, "When We March Together" highlights the vital role youth exchanges can play in shaping China–US relations. The documentary shows how personal interactions can build lasting understanding and help bridge divides. In 2023, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced a five-year initiative to invite 50,000 American students to China. The program gives young people from both nations the chance to meet, often for the first time, and form their own impressions, separate from political narratives. As the documentary observes: "These students are quietly shaping a future where friendship and understanding might finally take center stage." When youth from both nations march together, they aren't just creating music—they are composing the future. Hashtag: #CGTNThe issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
- Tower Records Shibuya Brings Craft Beer to Its Iconic Vinyl Floor - TOKYO, Nov. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tower Records Shibuya (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo), the iconic flagship store in Tokyo operated by Tower Records Japan Inc., is currently undergoing renovation works, starting from the entire 1st floor and parts of the 3rd to 6th floors, scheduled to hold the grand opening on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Reflecting the latest and freshest trends of the times, the store plans to proudly present the five fully-renovated floors to its customers. Tower Records Japan, logo: https://cdn.kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M108910/202511199461/_prw_PI1fl_3S8seweV.png Tower Records Shibuya 6F, TOWER VINYL:https://cdn.kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M108910/202511199461/_prw_PI2fl_yc359045.jpg Tower Records Shibuya 6F, TOWER RECORDS BEER, Concept Image: https://cdn.kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M108910/202511199461/_prw_PI3fl_922aEj13.jpg In response to both the global and domestic swells of the popularity of J-pop, the renewal of the store includes a massive ramp-up of its selections by expanding its inventory of J-pop vinyls, both new and used, on its specialized floor "TOWER VINYL," dedicated entirely to analog records, already boasting a selection of more than 100,000 titles. The store will also launch a brand new feature on the same floor, "TOWER RECORDS BEER," -- a space where visitors can enjoy craft beer while they immerse themselves into their favorite music, providing an experience that blends music culture and lifestyles, precisely what the company is so well known for. The Anime & Games area, known to customers for its extensive collection of globally-known works and series, will also be expanded significantly to better serve international visitors with a wider range of products. The 1st floor that any and every customer steps foot in when visiting the store will be redesigned completely, all the way from the famous eye-catching entrance to the cashiers located at the back of the sales floor, to continue serving music fans as the hottest spot for discovering the latest music trends. Tower Records Shibuya 1F, Concept Image_1: https://cdn.kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M108910/202511199461/_prw_PI4fl_RN0BCtNu.jpg Tower Records Shibuya 1F, Concept Image_2: https://cdn.kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M108910/202511199461/_prw_PI5fl_ALY68z98.jpg Tower Records Shibuya 1F, Concept Image_3: https://cdn.kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M108910/202511199461/_prw_PI6fl_yiueCxrW.jpg Tower Records Shibuya 4F, Concept Image: https://cdn.kyodonewsprwire.jp/prwfile/release/M108910/202511199461/_prw_PI7fl_XCY9s210.jpg Store InformationStore Name: Tower Records ShibuyaAddress: 1-22-14, Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0041Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMStore Closed: IrregularlySales Floor Space: Approx. 5,100 m2Date Opened: March 1995
HANGZHOU, China, Nov. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Chartmetric has integrated chart data from NetEase Cloud Music, one of China's largest and most youth-driven streaming platforms. The move gives global music professionals structured access to regional listening trends, helping bridge the data gap between China's music ecosystem and the rest of the world. NetEase Cloud Music is the home of music streaming for China's youth, whose userbase includes 90% of users aged under 35. The platform plays a central role in music discovery among younger Chinese listeners, especially for international and independent artists. Chartmetric now tracks three key NetEase rankings: China Hot 100 Songs Chart (weekly) International Hot 100 Songs Chart (weekly) International New 100 Songs Chart (daily) These charts reflect real-time listening behavior within mainland China and are now available through Chartmetric's dashboard, enabling users to: Monitor performance across China's streaming ecosystem Compare regional trends with global benchmarks Identify breakout moments and audience shifts as they happen The integration is part of a broader initiative to make China's music data more accessible through platforms already used by labels, managers, and distributors. As streaming continues to globalize, regional insight is increasingly critical for artist development, marketing, and long-term planning. NetEase Cloud Music commented:" We are glad to partner with Chartmetric, one of the most respected music analytics platforms in the world. This collaboration connects their global artist, label, distributor, and industry clientele to China's vibrant music ecosystem through our charts — expanding visibility and fostering new opportunities for discovery and collaboration. " NetEase Cloud Music is one of China's leading platforms for international music streaming, consistently generating the highest volume of streams for global artists in the region. It works with a range of talent including Demxntia, Jordann, Bbno$, Stephanie Poetri, Hua Chenyu, as well as legacy acts. In 2025, Mariah Carey launched her album Here For It All in China through NetEase Cloud Music, in partnership with gamma., the artist-first media company founded by Larry Jackson. The campaign marked Carey's strongest studio album launch in the market to date, with first-week streams quadrupling those of her previous release Caution. About NetEase Cloud Music NetEase Cloud Music is one of China's most influential streaming platforms, known for its strong user engagement and impact on international music discovery. The service combines algorithmic recommendations with social features that drive virality and fan-led promotion. About Chartmetric Founded in California in 2016, Chartmetric provides data and market insights for the global music industry. With offices in Silicon Valley, London, New York, Seoul, and Tokyo, the company monitors over 12 million artists and integrates data from DSPs, social platforms, and traditional media. Over 5,000 organizations across the recording industry, live music sector, digital services, media, and finance rely on Chartmetric's tools to navigate the global music marketplace, improve engagement, and identify emerging talent. The Chartmetric Premium dashboard is widely used for market intelligence, and the company also offers custom data services and API access.
LONDON, Nov. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ustad Naseeruddin Saami; widely regarded as Pakistan's preeminent living classical vocalist, has been honoured with the Patron's Award at the Aga Khan Music Awards 2025 in a ceremony on Friday night at the Southbank Centre, London. Patrons Award winners, Pakistan’s Saami Brothers with Ustad Naseeruddin Saami perform at the opening of the Aga Khan Music Awards in London.Photo by Joao Peixoto The recognition placed Pakistan at the heart of a global celebration of cultural heritage as the world's music industry came together to celebrate eleven groundbreaking artists from Morocco, Bahrain, Türkiye, Iran, Lebanon, India, Mali, Palestine, Greece, Pakistan and Senegal, each representing a wide range of musical heritages and their evolutions. Ustad Naseeruddin Saami is widely regarded as Pakistan's preeminent living classical vocalist. He is a torchbearer of the Delhi Gharana (hereditary lineage) of Hindustani music, which traces its origins to Amir Khusrau (1253–1325), the Sufi mystic, visionary polymath, celebrated pluralist, and bridge builder who shaped the cultural history of South Asia. Ustad Naseeruddin Saami is a master of khayal, the refined art of improvisation within the constraints of raga (melody) and tala (rhythm) in Hindustani music. Together with his four sons - Rauf Saami, Urooj Saami, Ahmed Saami, and Azeem Saami - who perform as the Saami Brothers, he leads a renowned qawwali group that preserves the poetic, musical, and spiritual legacy of Amir Khusrau. The Aga Khan Music Award laureates, selected by an independent jury from a pool of over 400 nominees, share a prize fund of $500,000. The Awards ceremony headlined a four-day festival celebrating music from the Great East, marking the first time the Aga Khan Music Awards have taken place in the United Kingdom. His Highness the Aga Khan: "I am honoured to carry forward a vision deeply rooted in my father's belief in the power of music to bridge cultures and uplift the human spirit. The Aga Khan Music Awards reflect values that lie at the heart of the Aga Khan Development Network: pluralism, intercultural dialogue and the spiritual connection that communities around the world find in music. In many of the regions we serve, music is an integral part of daily life, woven into the rhythms of prayer, celebration, memory and identity. We continue to support artists and traditions that speak not only to heritage, but also to hope." Further Information Free to use images Patrons Award winners, Pakistan’s Saami Brothers with Ustad Naseeruddin Saami perform at the opening of the Aga Khan Music Awards in London.Photo by Joao Peixoto
WUXI, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 November 2025 - On 31 October 2025, Wuxi in Jiangsu Province was announced as China's first "City of Music", officially joining the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. It is a title well worthy of further investigation. Music unites every country and culture in the world, and Wuxi's recent recognition illustrates how a city can rise to this distinction. A foreign internet celebrity had joined the Wuxi brass band The announcement was followed by a celebratory festival on Wuxi's Bogong Island on the afternoon of Saturday 15 November, of which it seemed all of Wuxi wanted to be a part. Therein, Secretary of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network Denise Bax (UCCN), within the Culture Sector of UNESCO, presented Mayor of Wuxi Jiang Feng with the approval letter recognising Wuxi as a "World Music Capital". In her inspiring speech, Bax said, "I would like to pay tribute to you, the citizens of Wuxi. In this city, music is not only performed and celebrated, but also believed and shared as the universal language that unites communities. ... In becoming a UNESCO Creative City of Music, Wuxi joins a global community of cities that believe in the transformative power of culture". City of Music is a designation appointed by UNESCO to a number of cities around the world "that have identified creativity as a strategic factor for sustainable urban development". Wuxi hereby joins cities such as Glasgow in the United Kingdom, Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates and Kingston in Jamaica. Some 84 cities to date have been granted the distinction. Saturday afternoon's excitement also featured a brass band, a children's lakeside erhu ensemble, captivating dance from a school for the visually impaired, plus much more. A group of performers' faces beamed, alive more than perhaps ever before, still fresh from the exciting recent news. And now, a foreign internet celebrity had come to sing with them, as their brass band performed for senior residents in a Wuxi retirement community. That brass-band orchestra was comprised mainly of entrepreneurs—company owners who choose to spend what little free time they have pursuing what they love. Their enthusiasm is a crucial ingredient in why Wuxi has won such a prestigious worldwide honor. The Wuxi steel workers' choir performs, showcasing their passion for music. Practicing together for 10 years, the Wuxi Entrepreneur Art Troupe has played almost every venue imaginable: retirement communities, universities, enterprises, the army, children's events, New Year's dinners and more. For them, Wuxi as a City of Music is a dream coming true. The highlight of their visit was the Troupe's orchestra performing as backing for Shanghai-based French celebrity singer Alice Roche the following day. Still within the voluntary sphere, Vice President of the self-organized Wuxi Saxophone Club Xiao Zhengqing teaches more than 400 amateur saxophonists. They come from different industries, but they all love music and saxophone. Xiao even took them to participate in the World Saxophone Congress this year, making these citizens of Wuxi who love music very popular. Elsewhere, the city centre is the surprising home of the Wuxi National Orchestra. Guo Pan, a graduate with both bachelor's and master's degrees from the Composition and Conducting Department of the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, is the Orchestra's Assistant Conductor—a notable achievement in a profession mostly dominated by more senior males. Principal flautist Wang Yijing, who graduated with a bamboo flute major from the Central Conservatory of Music, feels that the UNESCO distinction will bring more musical events to Wuxi, encouraging more people to make the city an essential bucket-list item. Meanwhile, Jason Hao, who plays double bass for the Orchestra, has dreams in a faraway land. He hopes to pursue his musical aspirations in the world of jazz in the USA, and believes Wuxi's musical award might in some way enable this. For evidence of Wuxi's deep musical heritage, the Hongshan Relic Museum within the Grand Canal National Culture Park provides compelling examples. The Original Site of Qiu Chengdun's Warring States noble tomb includes 400 pottery replicas of bronze musical instruments unearthed from seven aristocratic tombs, underscoring music's ancient presence in the region. Wuxi also embraces the synergy between sight and sound. This is explored in the century-old building that now houses the Sound Hall within Wuxi's Yingyueli in Huishan Ancient Town. Visitors can don headphones to hear recordings of the Yangtze River or various music genres, while browsing an extensive selection of vinyl records—overlooked by a colossal cyber statue of legendary erhu player A-Bing. That Wuxi native's influence is pervasive. At the Meicun Erhu Industry Park, a three-metre-long python skin is displayed as a highlight exhibit. This cultural and tourism venue showcases erhu craftsmanship and allows visitors to experience the making process. Techniques such as the searing of python skin—complete with its distinctive smell—demonstrate why the erhu stands out as a supreme example of intangible cultural heritage. Connections between traditional and modern sound are also visible in the work of Kent Zhang, curator of a comprehensive audio museum. With tens of thousands of exhibits spanning audio cassettes, open-reel tape machines, Walkmans, Discmans, Digital Audio Tape and Minidisc players, plus signed albums from stars such as Michael Jackson and Jimi Hendrix and platinum-certified discs by Madonna and U2, Zhang has spent more than 20 years collecting globally and building a purpose-designed facility. It is, in essence, a City of Music within a City of Music. Zhang's reasoning is simple: the world—especially today's youth—needs to understand the origins of the global modern music legacy. Back with the Wuxi National Orchestra, Guo Pan's aspirations have been bolstered by Wuxi's UNESCO distinction. She laughs when asked whether it might increase her chances of conducting at the national level: "Of course." Guo's conviction is infectious. The juxtaposition of musical traditions spanning thousands of years with state-of-the-art technology is further illustrated at the Digital Intelligence Center of Xingcheng Special Steel in Jiangyin City. Historically known for heavy industry, Wuxi is now integrating advanced technology with cultural vitality—and music is one of the beneficiaries. The choir of steel workers performing in full voice offers a compelling demonstration of Wuxi's musical culture and spirit. Their performance stands as one of the clearest affirmations of Wuxi's qualification as a UNESCO City of Music. 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● 10 new channels from A+E Global Media and three of wedotv's FAST channels will make their debut on Samsung TV Plus in Southeast Asia ● Since launching, the service expanded the number of channels across the region by over six-fold to 230+ channels across Southeast Asia, with a 70% rise in viewership year-on-year SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 December 2025 - Samsung TV Plus, Samsung's free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) service is celebrating its first anniversary in Southeast Asia with the addition of 13 new channels - 10 from A+E Global Media and three from wedotv - to the platform. With this addition, entertainment-seekers in the region can enjoy round-the-clock access to hundreds of hours of new content, including popular hit series, action-packed reality shows, inspiring true stories and compelling documentaries, all at no cost. Samsung TV Plus interface on a Samsung Smart TV Since its launch, Samsung TV Plus has been delivering free, instant access to a wide range of live TV channels across entertainment, news, movies and more via Samsung Smart TVs across the region. Today, the service is a trusted destination for free, premium content in Southeast Asia, offering over 230 channels across the total region– an over six-fold increase from the 20+ channels available in each country a year ago. As more people turn to ad-supported streaming platforms for content, Samsung TV Plus also saw a 70% rise in monthly active users and an 125% increase in total viewing hours year-on-year[i]. This rapid growth underscores the service's content quality and widespread appeal to entertainment seekers in the region. "Free streaming, and Smart TV penetration is rapidly growing across Southeast Asia, and Samsung TV plus is proud to be at the forefront in helping audiences discover the content they know and love all for free. As we mark our 1st anniversary, we are delighted to bring global partners like A+E Global Media and wedotv to further enhance the quality and diversity of content on our platform. As the service evolves, the focus is on collaborating with even more local creators and global partners to showcase the full richness of Asia across the region," said Brigitte Slattery, Regional Head for Samsung TV Plus Asia-Pacific. Enhancing Content Diversity with 10 New Channels from A+E Global Media Launching in Singapore and Philippines in early 2026, the 10 new dedicated channels from A+E Global Media add to the diversity of content choices available on Samsung TV Plus. With hit series such as Ax Men, Dog The Bounty Hunter and Little Women: LA, viewers can immerse themselves in gripping real-life adventures and inspiring personal journeys. From competitive dance in Bring It to survival stories in I Survived, and the adrenaline-fuelled challenges of Ice Road Truckers, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Fans of family drama and sharp humour will enjoy Duck Dynasty, while those who love the thrill of the unknown can dive into the mysteries of Ghost. Evolution Earth and Modern Marvels round up the line-up, offering 24/7 coverage of the wonders, ingenuity and imagination found in the world around us and beyond. wedotv Brings Three New Channels to Asia Pacific Launching in early 2026 in Singapore, Philippines and Thailand, wedotv is bringing three exciting new channels to Samsung TV Plus. wedotv sports will feature a diverse range of international events, including horse racing, Asian Tour golf, and SailGP, along with weekly highlight programs and documentaries about legendary athletes and teams. wedotv movies will cater to female audiences with popular romantic comedy, Hollywood and global films and will be available with local language subtitles. wedotv's Time2rlx channel will offer viewers stunning environmental scenes paired with soothing sounds and music. "We are pleased to announce that our partnership with Samsung TV Plus has grown to include the APAC region," said Iza Piotrowska, Global Business Development Director, wedotv. "We recognise the particular needs of this market by continually refreshing and customising our programming offerings across all of our channels to ensure an exceptional entertainment experience for this highly diverse region." Celebrating a Year of Streaming Innovation with Samsung TV Plus As Samsung TV Plus marks its 1st anniversary in Southeast Asia, the service has garnered a strong foothold, having amassed over 4.4 million SMART TVs across the region, reaching over 12 million unique audiences[ii]. To cater to the diverse languages and interests of viewers in the region, Samsung TV Plus has doubled down on its localisation efforts in the past year, adding channels like Premier Sports, Tap Sports, and UFC TV in the Philippines where viewers can catch live sporting events like the Ryder Cup and the UFC 321 fight nights for free. In Thailand, viewers can sit back and watch Zee Nung and Stingray Thai Pop with local language subtitles. With the addition of 10 new channels from A+E Global Media and three new channels from wedotv, bringing hundreds of hours of content to Samsung TV Plus, this will further strengthen the service's position as a trusted destination for free premium content, and expand the service's appeal to more entertainment seekers across the region. [i] Source: Data sourced from STVP Cascada database Hashtag: #Samsung #SamsungTVPlushttps://www.samsung.com/th/tvs/smart-tv/samsung-tv-plus/all-channels/The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.About Samsung TV Plus Samsung TV Plus is a premium global entertainment service and is the most used streaming app on Samsung Smart TVs. As a leader in FAST, Samsung TV Plus offers hundreds of channels and thousands of shows and movies on-demand in the U.S. Globally, the streaming service carries over 3,500 ad-supported linear channels in 30 countries and is accessible on over 630M active devices. Samsung TV Plus is the exclusive home of Conan O'Brien TV, Letterman TV, and hundreds of additional exclusive channels available worldwide. Samsung TV Plus is available on Samsung TVs, Galaxy devices, Samsung Smart Monitors, and Family Hub in selected regions. To learn more, visit Singapore: https://www.samsung.com/sg/tvs/smart-tv/samsung-tv-plus/all-channels/ Philippines: https://www.samsung.com/ph/tvs/smart-tv/samsung-tv-plus/all-channels/ Thailand: https://www.samsung.com/th/tvs/smart-tv/samsung-tv-plus/all-channels/
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