Shanghai Indie

Shanghai Indie is a genre of music that emerged in the early 2000s in Shanghai, China. It is a blend of traditional Chinese music, rock, jazz, and electronic music. It is characterized by its use of traditional Chinese instruments, such as the erhu, guzheng, and pipa, as well as modern instruments like electric guitars and synthesizers. It is often characterized by its upbeat, energetic sound and its incorporation of traditional Chinese melodies and rhythms. Shanghai Indie is often seen as a reflection of the city's vibrant and diverse culture.