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K-pop, Mandopop and other Asian pop

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K-pop, Mandopop and other Asian pop
After taking over most of the world, pop music has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in Asia, which has seen the arrival of J-pop in Japan, K-pop in Korea, and Mandopop in mainland China. If you’re into impeccably made-up boy or girl bands, and appreciate some slick dance moves, look for Asian pop reports in the South China Morning Post.
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