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Published May 19, 2021, 2:38 PM
Leading pan-Asian music company, 88rising, announced an upcoming benefit concert timed to Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPIHM). Viewers can tune into the concert through 88rising’s Facebook, YouTube, Twitter & SiriusXM channel on May 26 at 7 p.m.
On the heels of their 2020 Asia Rising Forever benefit livestream in May 2020, which drew in 8.5 million viewers and trended #1 on YouTube and Twitter, 88rising continues their longstanding commitment to amplifying Asian voices with the upcoming benefit concert. On May 26, viewers are invited to join in an immersive cultural experience celebrating the Asian community to ultimately raise funds and awareness.
Playlist featuring AAPI artists provided by Rolling Stone 88rising is a media conglomerate founded by Sean Miyashiro, most widely known as the Asian-interested record label that hosts artists including Joji, Rich Brian and NIKI.
In anticipation of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, check out these amazing artists!
April 15, 2021
It’s been nothing short of a grueling year for everyone, but especially so for Asian Americans, for many of whom the past 13 months has been a maelstrom of alienation and grief. But with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month coming up, and as we slip into a warmer and hopefully easier time of our lives, we can try on optimism again with some music made by AAPI artists. This playlist will sing you through breezier, more hopeful days.
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Posted: Feb 12, 2021 9:17 AM ET | Last Updated: February 12
Toronto artists Luna Li, Sylo Nozra and Kristina Alcordo struggled to find representation growing up. They want to ensure that it doesn’t happen to the next generation.(Graphic by CBC)