In case you don't know what to do with yourself on a Saturday afternoon, why don't you tune in to this really charming show on London radio art station Resonance FM (renowned for its very fine programmes way beyond the usual mainstream entertainment on most airwaves - wholeheartedly recommended!).
The lovely radio show in question, named 'Lucky Cat', is presented by 'DJ, broadcaster and East Asian culture connoisseur' Zoë Baxter who is quite deeply into eclectic, rare and vintage sound material not only from the Middle Kingdom.
Every Saturday from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm (UTC+1), Baxter shares gems of her incredibly diverse vinyl collection of Chinese and East Asian music including reggae, blues, Shanghai divas, Chinese reggae, Chinese folk, J-pop from the 60s or Indonesian fado.
Every Saturday from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm (UTC+1), Baxter shares gems of her incredibly diverse vinyl collection of Chinese and East Asian music including reggae, blues, Shanghai divas, Chinese reggae, Chinese folk, J-pop from the 60s or Indonesian fado.
The sound selection is, well, highly unconventional and always surprising: think Burmese or Korean punk alternating Cantonese opera, recordings from Hong Kong in the 60s, movie soundtracks or red-hot contemporary Shanghai chanteuses.
Obviously, vintage music is Baxter's passion and it shows.
Obviously, vintage music is Baxter's passion and it shows.
Besides, the broadcaster has always been extremely enthusiastic about East Asian (especially historical, especially Hong Kong) film industries as well as wider art scenes; she regularly presents outstanding cultural events and prominently features all kinds of must-see productions. Interviews and live performances enliven the programme even more.
At the beginning of every 'Lucky Cat' series, you can learn a few sentences in Chinese if you are an aspiring language learner and for the foodies among you (and who doesn't crave Chinese & East Asian cuisine?) there are easy recipes for mouth-watering dishes at the end of each show.
(In case you are not around for the live broadcast or you have missed a 'Lucky Cat' transmission, no problem at all, the series is also available on Resonance FM's Mixcloud page.)
Tune in and have an hour of fun!
By the way, the radio show is accompanied by Zoë Baxter's 'Lucky Kitty' blog where you can find her podcasts with playlists, announcements, additional information and, last but not least, recipes for lots of delicious meals.
And if you want to know more about the presenter, have a look here.
By the way, the radio show is accompanied by Zoë Baxter's 'Lucky Kitty' blog where you can find her podcasts with playlists, announcements, additional information and, last but not least, recipes for lots of delicious meals.
And if you want to know more about the presenter, have a look here.
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