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Music scene: 8 new Mandarin pop releases to check out
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(From left) Milky Way by Singaporean singer Ben Hum and Grown by Chen Linong.
PHOTO: THE SONGWRITER MUSIC COLLEGE, WRITER TO UPDATE
SINGAPORE - With its simple verse-chorus structure and mass-market appeal, the pop genre is integral to the Chinese music world.
While some works are light, catchy and spread positive vibes, others delve into realms of darkness and despair.
