Music boy bands have been around for years. In the pursuit of a common dream five friends grouped up to become AOK. The group was formed in July 2003. They released there first single "GO GO GO" with a unique rock style it relates to today s youth in China. The band wants their fans to follow their dreams and also express the spirit of the band. GO GO GO tells the story of the band members friendships the director shows scenes of the lead singer, Zhong Hang, meeting his friend
Certain American artist have had a major influence on Chinese artist. When Hong Kong's icon Anita Mui performed the song "Bad Girl" during the 1990's in China, she was banned from the concert due to showing rebellious attitude. Her performance and dance style was based on Madonna's style. The Chinese didn't agree with the nontraditional performance. Many mainland artists often try to start their journey to success in big places like Hong Kong or Taiwan first, and then re import into the mainland as part of the gangtai culture.
Hip Hop in China has been popular for years especially in big cities such as Shanghai and Beijing where pop culture is very diverse and modern. A artist by the name of Jin AU-Yeung who is a Hong Kong hip hop, songwriter and actor. In America he is the first asian solo rapper to be signed to a major record label.