Asian music encompasses a wide variety of traditional and contemporary styles from diverse cultures across Asia. It features unique instruments, rich melodies, and rhythmic patterns reflecting its vast heritage.
Characteristic Instruments
Traditional instruments include the erhu, shamisen, koto, tabla, and various flutes and percussion instruments, contributing to the distinct sounds of Asian music.
Dominant Styles
Dominant styles range from classical forms like Gagaku and Ragas to folk, pop, and contemporary fusion genres, showcasing Asia’s musical diversity and evolution.
Top Artists by Era
Classic Era (pre-20th century - 1950s)
- Ravi Shankar
- Li Xianglan
- Ustad Bismillah Khan
- Zhu Zushou
Modern Era (1960s - 1990s)
- Yoshida Brothers
- Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
- Kitaro
- Joji
Contemporary (2000s - Present)
- Jay Chou
- BTS
- BLACKPINK
- LiSA