Malaysia needs to sing a different tune about rock music
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- 02 May 2023
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Malaysian rock music often showcases poignant themes but suffers from unfair stigma.
The Malaysian music industry has always been vibrant and diverse, with many genres flourishing and gaining recognition both locally and internationally.
However, one genre that has struggled to break through in recent years has been rock music. While other genres have been heavily promoted, rock has been left behind, but this does not mean it is dead.
One of the primary issues facing the rock genre in Malaysia is the stereotypes associated with it.
Even though Malaysian rock songs often showcase poignant and relatable themes – such as chasing dreams, expressing love and spirituality, providing social commentary, and even delivering hard-hitting advice through poetic lyrics – the genre has been unfairly stigmatised as rebellious and anti-social. Read More…
