

img SOUNDSEKERTA is back for 2018. The Monash University Indonesian Student Association (ISA) will present Soundsekerta 2018 “Serenade for The Nation”, a music festival that showcases the great country of Indonesia, home to many of the students. Soundsekerta has been running since 2007. The concept for the festival has changed throughout the years: it started as a comedy talk show, then evolving itself again and again to display art, music, food, but most of all, culture! "Serenade for the Nation" will be bringing you a wide-scale music festival and invites talents from various backgrounds. Moreover, this year’s Soundsekerta will deliver web series, where the finale will be performed LIVE as a mini-drama! You can also catch an original song competition and an MC talents competition. In this podcast, event organisers confirmed artists performing at Soundsekerta 2018 will be Raisa and Tulus, share a little on the history of the event and how people can book their tickets. Want more Asian Pop Radio? Download our free APP & listen to Asia-wide hits 24/7 Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podomatic. News, reviews and interviews via asianpopradio.com Listen via TuneIn Get Social! Youtube.com/AsianPopRadio Facebook.com/asianpopradio Twitter.com/asianpopradio Instagram.com/asianpopradioinsta


img Five years ago we were approached by a young girl by the name of Olivia Foy. Olivia told us of her passion for music and her love of Kpop groups. Fast forward to 2018 and we were excited to hear from the Melbournian again, this time informing us that she has found a love for county music and has released her debut EP. Based in Melbourne, Olivia is one of Australia's newest faces in Country Music. Having fallen in love with music from a young age, she knew that there was nothing else in the world that she wanted to pursue. Armed with her first guitar at 12 years old, she began her song writing and producing journey. Growing up, she looked up to artists such as Taylor Swift and Carrie Underwood for inspiration. This ultimately led her to major in Music Technology at university, where she affectionately became known as "Asian Taylor Swift". It was in her final year at university that Olivia started working on her debut EP, which is due late 2018. The first single from her debut EP "Kiss Me" is out now and it has also been added to the Asian Pop Radio 24/7 radio stream. Make sure you head to your APP store now to download our APP and tune in for free. Listen to our interview with Olivia as she reflects on her music career so far and explains how she has come to love country music and the work she is doing to break into the challenging music market that it is. There may even be a little Kpop chatter in the mix, but you will just have to see for yourself. Want more Asian Pop Radio? Download our free APP & listen to Asia-wide hits 24/7 Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podomatic. News, reviews and interviews via asianpopradio.com Listen via TuneIn Get Social! Youtube.com/AsianPopRadio Facebook.com/asianpopradio Twitter.com/asianpopradio Instagram.com/asianpopradioinsta


img APR is once again media partner to the Indonesian Film Festival. In this podcast we speak to Ralf Dudat of the media marketing team to get a preview of tonights event, the one that kicks off the 2018 event, Under The Stars. Want more Asian Pop Radio? Download our free APP & listen to Asia-wide hits 24/7 Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podomatic. News, reviews and interviews via asianpopradio.com Listen via TuneIn Get Social! Youtube.com/AsianPopRadio Facebook.com/asianpopradio Twitter.com/asianpopradio Instagram.com/asianpopradioinsta


img APR is once again media partner to the Indonesian Film Festival. In this podcast we speak to Ralf Dudat of the media marketing team to look back on the history of the event whilst previewing whats to come in 2018. Want more Asian Pop Radio? Download our free APP & listen to Asia-wide hits 24/7 Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podomatic. News, reviews and interviews via asianpopradio.com Listen via TuneIn Get Social! Youtube.com/AsianPopRadio Facebook.com/asianpopradio Twitter.com/asianpopradio Instagram.com/asianpopradioinsta


img Vogli Bonze is a travelling busker from Japan who has performed all around Japan, New York, Sydney and now Melbourne. Strangely enough we first bumped in to the man in Sydney when crew member Katy go to talking to him about his work, now he's with us in Melbourne and our girl Katy has moved to Japan! Luckily enough translator Taka is with us in studio to learn of the performers work and influences. We hope you enjoy this podcast. Want more Asian Pop Radio? Download our free APP & listen to Asia-wide hits 24/7 Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Podomatic. News, reviews and interviews via asianpopradio.com Listen via TuneIn Get Social! Youtube.com/AsianPopRadio Facebook.com/asianpopradio Twitter.com/asianpopradio Instagram.com/asianpopradioinsta


img Recently, Andrew of popular YouTube channel Fung Bros. and channel contributor AB visited the Asian Pop Radio studios as part of their world tour. We spoke to the guys about the early days of their venture, their recent travels through Asia and where their collaboration is heading in 2018. WANT MORE ASIAN POP RADIO? __ __ GET SOCIAL! __ __ FOLLOW THE FUNG BROS. ▸ FACEBOOK // http://bit.ly/FungBros-FB https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=DdJCA0F72IM&event=video_description&redir_token=yV_B0_P0AH438e5Ite6ZimKZr2R8MTUxOTA0MDYzMEAxNTE4OTU0MjMw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FFungBros-FB https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=DdJCA0F72IM&event=video_description&redir_token=yV_B0_P0AH438e5Ite6ZimKZr2R8MTUxOTA0MDYzMEAxNTE4OTU0MjMw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FFungBros-FB ▸ INSTAGRAM // http://bit.ly/fungbros-IG https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=DdJCA0F72IM&event=video_description&redir_token=yV_B0_P0AH438e5Ite6ZimKZr2R8MTUxOTA0MDYzMEAxNTE4OTU0MjMw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Ffungbros-IG ▸ TWITTER // http://bit.ly/fungbros-TW https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=DdJCA0F72IM&event=video_description&redir_token=yV_B0_P0AH438e5Ite6ZimKZr2R8MTUxOTA0MDYzMEAxNTE4OTU0MjMw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Ffungbros-TW DAVID ▸ INSTAGRAM // http://bit.ly/davidbfung-IG https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=DdJCA0F72IM&event=video_description&redir_token=yV_B0_P0AH438e5Ite6ZimKZr2R8MTUxOTA0MDYzMEAxNTE4OTU0MjMw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fdavidbfung-IG ▸ TWITTER // http://bit.ly/davidbfung-TW https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=DdJCA0F72IM&event=video_description&redir_token=yV_B0_P0AH438e5Ite6ZimKZr2R8MTUxOTA0MDYzMEAxNTE4OTU0MjMw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fdavidbfung-TW ANDREW ▸ INSTAGRAM // http://bit.ly/andrewjfung-IG https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=DdJCA0F72IM&event=video_description&redir_token=yV_B0_P0AH438e5Ite6ZimKZr2R8MTUxOTA0MDYzMEAxNTE4OTU0MjMw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fandrewjfung-IG ▸ TWITTER // http://bit.ly/andrewjfung-IG https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=DdJCA0F72IM&event=video_description&redir_token=yV_B0_P0AH438e5Ite6ZimKZr2R8MTUxOTA0MDYzMEAxNTE4OTU0MjMw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fandrewjfung-IG


img Here's our second ever interview with Kpop Idol Dabit. You may not know but the musician debuted in the boy band 24K, a group that we have supported for years on our 24/7 radio stream. In this interview Siobhan speaks to the performer about his career from day dot, the various ways he has involved himself in the music industry, being a part of a group versus working solo and so much more. We even get to hear about his supposed haunted house in Ohio. Yickes! As a final treat the musician performs a cover of one of our favorite Kpop classics, Taeyang's Eyes, Nose, Lips. We hope you enjoy what you see!


img We are back in podcast form for 2018. Thank you for your patience, with a studio move and a change in our structure its taken us some time to get to where we are today, but we start podcasting once again with a truly inspirational interview with local man Duy Huynh. In this very special Asian Pop Radio podcast, we speak to the man who, with his family were refugees who left Vietnam for a better life in very turbulent times. Duy speaks of the journey he and his family took via boat, to Australia and the difficulties those on the boat endured, some of whom did not make it to land again. Duy also speaks of happier times where his grand mother effectively introduced the world to the concept of Bánh mì, pretty much a stable go-to food for lunch times in Australia today. This podcast highlights the importance of welcoming refugees of all backgrounds, how our society has changed for the better with thanks to years of migrants making Australia their home and provides an example of a success story that changed the face of fast food locally.


img Recently in Melbourne, Asian Pop Radio was official radio partner to the Animaga Expo. During the event our crew member Shazz (How to Chopstick) spoke to Japanese illustrator Mel Kishida about his work, including his favorite characters to draw, what life was like at school and whats coming up next. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein Photo credit: https://www.facebook.com/mr4649/


img Waan from Mattnimare (Thailand) joins Jay John to chat about their music. Jay John describes their latest record "beautiful and melodic" which is a true understatement! The band have toured Taiwan and are touring Korea soon. Support Mattnimare: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mattnimare/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Mattnimare YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJdXjg0Hb8lhn0LV0zaFiZQ Be sure to subscribe to Asian Pop Radio on iTunes so you dont miss any future episodes. We're a radio station bringing you asia-wide hits 24/7; asianpopradio.com


img Jhube talks to Soju, a Chicago based drag queen, about her life in drag, her new single "So Juicy!", her YouTube series "Shot with Soju!" and how it has propelled her life and career! Support Soju: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS5IJsGKmsClqyMly6RzgAA Twitter: https://twitter.com/shotwithsoju Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shotwithsoju Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein


img Jhube and Jay John together speak to the guys from Cadence to learn about how they formed and their latest release Fugitives. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. asianpopradio.com/listen 3. Via our homepage at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein


img Asian Pop Radio's Cassandra Breadsell takes us through the highs and lows of the recent 'One Ok Rock' Brisbane Concert. Who are we kidding? It was nothing but highs as Cassandra explains it was the best concert she had been to. Head to asianpopradio.com now to see more on the concert. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein


img Jay John chat to Juan Ezwan and Jordana Jewel of Retrofocus about their new EP and the Singapore music scene! Keep listening to Asian Pop Radio as we have just added their 5 EP tracks to rotation. You're bound to hear them a couple times each day! Listen to our stream for Asia-wide hits 24/7 www.asianpopradio.com Support Retrofocus iTunes: https://itun.es/i6dL53H Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3oqpb6b0RodbSHfqEKufVc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retrofocusmusic/


img Amanda of Intrasia drops by to chat a little about the Animenz Melbourne show next week at the Melbourne Recital Centre. It promises to be a night of good music, colourful cosplay and interpreted Anime tunes from a performer that has modernized classical music for a new generation. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein


img Joni Sheila has a pretty amazing day job, she spends her time travelling the globe busking, sharing her beautiful voice with street audiences, sometimes in venues back home in Belgium. Currently she is spending a year in Melbourne and that's where Jay John speaks to her now, from the JOY studios on Bourke street where she has just picked up a permit to perform for the next two months. Performing on Bourke Street for a street artist/ busker is highly sort after. well done Joni! Head to asianpopradio.com now to find out more about the musician or subscribe to the Asian Pop Radio podcast feed on iTunes to hear the podcast version of this interview and chats with other buskers and musicians local and international. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein


img Taiwanese cosplay icon Hiko has been a part of the Cosplay world for over 17 years. Recently, she made her way to Melbourne's Animaga Expo. Asian Pop Radio were official radio partner to this years event and in this podcast episode our girl Jenet interviews Hiko one on one. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein


img Leon Markcus has been singing since he was 15. A Singaporean singer-songwriter whose known for his eclectic sound of pop music, he has come a long way with a variety of participation in gigs, community events and competitions. In this podcast installment Leon returns to Asian Pop Radio to chat to Jay John about the release of his latest track Alive. Leon also speaks of the need for positive role models for young Singaporeans and we think he's well on track to leading the way! A radio station bringing you Asian pop 24/7. Our Website: asianpopradio.com Our Facebook: Facebook.com/asianpopradio Our Podcasts: goo.gl/VwsqGn Our Twitter: twitter.com/asianpopradio Our Youtube: youtube.com/asianpopradio


img Falling Feathers joins Jay John to chat about his music and new release 'Hush'. The musician owns a unique vocal quality, a bright and cut-through vocal tone that can be immediately recognized as his own. Not only does his music consist of compulsive hooks and relatable narratives, his songs also envelope the conventional emotions of day-to-day experiences in a copacetic kind of way. Coupled with his jovial personality, Falling Feathers definitely puts a smile on the faces of anyone who listens. JJ speaks to Jay John on the Asian Pop Radio daily show and the interview which includes the new song Hush can be found in this episode, with the video being available at asianpopradio.com. Be sure to subscribe to Asian Pop Radio on iTunes so you dont miss any future episodes. We're a radio station bringing you asia-wide hits 24/7; Website: asianpopradio.com Facebook: Facebook.com/asianpopradio Podcasts: Subscribe on iTunes Twitter: twitter.com/asianpopradio Youtube: youtube.com/asianpopradio More on falling Feathers; Twitter: twitter.com/iamfallingfeathers website iamfallingfeathers.com


img Singapore indie-pop band, M1LDL1FE, has released their highly anticipated self-titled EP. The five-track EP is available now on all digital platforms. M1LDL1FE’s eponymous EP is a collection of stories that glows with the residue of loss and change. Following the departure of founding member and guitarist, Johnathan Lim, the band had to readjust and re-calibrate, choosing to spend time in the studio to rediscover their sound. Listen to this interview as Asian Pop Radio presenter Jay John speaks to frontman Paddy Ong about the groups inception, their highs, lows and whats coming up for the group. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein


img The duo Stan Kim and Dominic Lee from Acoustic Holiday come into the studio to chat with Jay John. They have recently released their album "Imagination". It is a 6-track project that are each inspired by different feelings. ACOUSTIC HOLIDAY: Facebook: www.facebook.com/Acousticholiday/ YouTube: https://goo.gl/u2fLW6 Have you checked out our spunky website? Head on over for Asia-wide hits and news updates asianpopradio.com


img In this episode, Jay John speaks to Kim who not only has become an advocate for Korean group '24k', she's also recently become an intern for a popular Korean Entertainment company, a dream that so many Kpop followers also share with her. Listen to our interview with Kim to learn how it all went down. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein


img Meet Edwin, he's a musician come music manager that has done some amazing things in his short time on this planet. He's doing big things to support local Singaporean musicians to have their music heard more broadly across the region whist at the same time giving his time as bassist at The Summer State, a Singaporean rock group that dropped their debut single back in 2013 and have been growing ever since. In this interview Jay John speaks to Edwin about the industry in Singapore today, his work and the difficulties of promoting local acts with limited budgets and support. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein


img Buy Tickets Here: https://brisbanepowerhouse.org/events/2017/09/09/chef-come-dine-with-us/ Jay John talks to Angella Kwon, the Artistic Director of the hilarious on-stage performance of "Chef: Come Dine With Us". The play is self-described as a bibimbap of Korean culture! The show is on now at the Brisbane Festival until 16th September. VENUE Powerhouse Theatre TICKETS Full$38* Concession$32* Group (6+)$32* Child $19* *An additional fee applies to each booking transaction. Single tickets $3 / Multiple tickets $6. Complimentary teacher tickets available per group of 10. https://www.facebook.com/HelloChefs Listen to Asia-wide hits at our website! asiapopradio.com


img Jay John talks with Amanda (Intrasia/E.T.P) who is involved with public relations and events. They talk about the upcoming exciting events Animaga and Animenz. Get up to date Asia-wide news at our website! asianpopradio.com Intrasia https://www.facebook.com/intrasiapr/ E.T.P. https://www.facebook.com/pg/etplanetau Animenz in Melbourne https://www.facebook.com/events/1822095401415291/


img Max Brown is an Australian Asian actor of Singaporean descent, based in Melbourne and Sydney. Unusually, Max’s career in film and TV began behind the camera, working in production for Australian broadcasters and networks before he received encouragement from Sam Worthington to step across to the other side of the camera as an actor. Beginning with a guest role on Home and Away, more recently Max Brown has been on Australia's other favourite prime time soap, Neighbours, where he played the new love interest for Kate Kendall. In this podcast Max sits down for a chat with Jay John and Jhube, to look at the TV and film industry today, Asian representation and chat about Max' work so far. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein Support


img Brisbane Festival is one of Australia’s leading international arts festivals, which again this year takes over Brisbane city with an enviable program of dance, film, theatre, music, comedy, entertainment and so much more. This year will see eight productions from the Asia-Pacific countries of Singapore, China, Indonesia and South Korea. Of these productions, five are Australian premieres. In this interview Asian Pop Radio's Jay John chats to David Berthold, Artistic Director of the Brisbane Festival to hear more about the festival line up and what Brisbane audiences can expect. View the line up and book tickets here: brisbanefestival.com.au Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein


img Born in the UK and raised in Singapore, Ffion debuted her ethereal RnB Electro-Pop sound with a surprise drop online in 2016. Her melancholic vocals and chill vibes landed her on Spotify’s viral charts and playlists all around the world, accumulating over 630k streams online and listed as an artist to watch in 2017 by Spotify. Starting as a singer on Youtube making covers, Ffion eventually made her breakthrough with her debut single, “With U” and followed up with “I Miss U” & “Rumours". In this podcast, Asian Pop Radios' Jay John gets to know Ffion, her life of music and making it in the industry. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein


img Charlie played an intimate solo concert for Brisbane Festival in 2015 and now returns to the festival in full force with his super-band The Mothership. Stretched between acoustic melancholia, neo-soul, post-rock, and electronic-pop – the extremities that mark Charlie’s music – there’s a cinematic gravitas that takes you on a sonic journey set against the rich narratives of life’s tales. Regarded as one of Singapore’s finest musical exports, Charlie’s music has opened doors to the region’s biggest festivals and stages, supporting international artists such as Kimbra and Sigur Rós. His songs have reached over 2.4 million plays on Spotify alone, and his record ‘TIME/SPACE’ clinched the No. 1 album spot on iTunes’ Singapore chart and was also awarded Album of the Year by The Straits Times, Singapore’s leading newspaper. In this podcast Asian Pop Radio's Jay John speaks to Charlie about living in Melbourne for a period of time, musical influences, his performance earlier this year at Asia Pop Fest at Sydney Myer Music Bowl and what audiences in Brisbane have in stall or themselves. Charlie performs at the The Courier-Mail Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent, as part of Brisbane Festival, 5pm Sunday 17th of September. Visit brisbanefestival.com.au to book now.


img Why read the news when you can listen to our daily express news update, news in 90 seconds? Here's what’s making news in the world of Asian Pop for August 30th, 2017. We bring you Asian pop music and news 24/7. Here's four great ways to listen to Asian Pop Radio. 1. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and never miss an episode. 2. Our free APP for Asian pop tunes 24/7. Download here: goo.gl/nRFtjy 3. Here online at asianpopradio.com 4. Or search Asian Pop Radio on Tunein