China Jedi Tour: E11 – Exodus

In this episode, having been unable to return to China for the past 8 months due to the world wide plandemic, China Jedi producer and host Chris J. Bradshaw completes the trilogy and appears for the third and final time as a special guest on the Ferndale Radio Show, a local Plymouth digital community radio station.

They celebrate the good news of his imminent return to the middle kingdom and what things in England will be sorely missed and what certainly will not! Once again, host and cousin Brian Longhurst provides some refreshing sounds and laughter, so turn up the volume and may the smile be with you!

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China Jedi Tour: E10 – Stuck But Not Locked Down

In this episode, having been in England through the Covid-19 lockdown, China Jedi producer and host Chris J. Bradshaw appears again as a special guest on the Ferndale Radio Show, a local Plymouth digital community radio station.

This is a recording of the event. Good music spiced up with some general discussion on how things have changed since mass human hibernation! Sit back, relax and may the smile be with you.

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China Jedi Tour: E9 – It’s Gone Viral

In this episode and amidst the worldwide Covid-19 pandemic, China Jedi producer and host Chris J. Bradshaw appears as a special guest on the Ferndale Radio Show, a local Plymouth digital community radio station.

This is a recording of the event. Cool tunes and a fun, thought provoking balanced discussion on all things Corona! Sit back, relax and may the smile be with you!

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China Jedi Tour: E8 – Procrastination

In this episode, China Jedi visits the recording studio of the Sun Yat Sens (SYS) as they add the final musical touches to their eagerly awaited second album titled “Procrastination”.

Recorded and filmed in China, the album is due for official release in 2019! Listen to clips of each of their songs as they discuss blowing magic ting bu dongs, we chatting special meant to be’s, feeling hot under Sunday morning blue skies and how to make, break, record, edit and produce your very own musical creations!

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China Jedi Tour: E7 – The Sun Yat Sens

Warning: This episode contains strong language and scenes of explicit stupidity!

In this episode, China Jedi goes on a weekend trip with the reggae, rock, pop band known as the Sun Yat Sens (SYS). They travel to the kingdom of Dongguan to play a couple of gigs at two separate venues – The Treehouse and One For The Road.

Get a real life insight in what it’s like being a foreign band in China as they encounter foam and pool parties, a live big belly Buddha, police raids, a failed factory practice session, Bob’s underpants, voice loss, sweaty ball syndrome, plastic fruit, ice creams in the bathroom and much, much more! 

For those living, working or travelling in China or interested in learning about Chinese culture, expat life and foreigners perceptions. Live, work, travel, do business and have fun in China. May the smile be with you!

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China Jedi Tour: E6 – The Magic Island (Part 2)

In this episode, China Jedi visits a small tropical island just off the coast of Zhuhai city to check out and play at the Magic Island Music Festival!

Get a glimpse of the many challenges faced when organizing a live music event on an island (especially in the pouring rain) and of course listen to songs from the various bands and performers who came from across the delta all living, working and creating in China, including the Sun Yat Sens, VaChina, Mott, Noname, Lips Mckenzie, Spacefolk and much, much more!

For those living, working or travelling in China or interested in learning about Chinese culture, expat life and foreigners perceptions. Live, work, travel, do business and have fun in China. May the smile be with you!

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China Jedi Tour: E5 – The Magic Island (Part 1)

In this episode, China Jedi visits a small tropical island just off the coast of Zhuhai city to check out and play at the Magic Island Music Festival!

Get a glimpse of the many challenges faced when organizing a live music event on an island (especially in the pouring rain) and of course listen to songs from the various bands and performers who came from across the delta all living, working and creating in China, including Ruary, Darren Mullins, Steam Boat Blues, Reel Deal, LWA, Sleepwalkers, Miwa Zumba, D2daG and much, much more!

For those living, working or travelling in China or interested in learning about Chinese culture, expat life and foreigners perceptions. Live, work, travel, do business and have fun in China. May the smile be with you!

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China Jedi Tour: E4 – The Kaiping Project (Part 2)

In this episode (Part 2/2), China Jedi travel inland into the pearl river delta and visit the historical UNESCO city of Kaiping to attend a traditional Chinese music festival.

Aside from music, they discover a place unbelievably rich in history and culture. The region is known for the “diaolou” (fortified towers) that dot the nearby rural villages and the unique fusion of Chinese and Western architectural styles.

They meet Cyrus the architect, discover the woman’s tree at sunset, see the beautifully restored Candong village and education center, discuss the launch of the exciting Tangkou international community project, uncover the mango mystery and much, much more!

For those living, working or travelling in China or interested in learning about Chinese culture, expat life and foreigners perceptions. Live, work, travel, do business and have fun in China. May the smile be with you!

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China Jedi Tour: E3 – The Kaiping Project (Part 1)

In this episode (Part 1/2), China Jedi travel inland into the pearl river delta and visit the historical UNESCO city of Kaiping to attend a traditional Chinese music festival.

Aside from music, they discover a place unbelievably rich in history and culture. The region is known for the “diaolou” (fortified towers) that dot the nearby rural villages and the unique fusion of Chinese and Western architectural styles.

They meet Rocky Dang (the man with the plan), discover the birth place of rice, uncover an ancient cathedral, mingle with a team of villagers, discuss triads and boiling water, learn the intricacies of donation boards and much, much more!

For those living, working or travelling in China or interested in learning about Chinese culture, expat life and foreigners perceptions. Live, work, travel, do business and have fun in China. May the smile be with you!

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China Jedi Tour: E2 – Secret Spring Fling (Part 2)

In this episode (Part 2/2), China Jedi visits the east coast of Shenzhen, to check out and play at a secret beach musical festival!

Listen to interviews and songs from various original artists all living, working and creating in China, including Spacefolk, Sun Yat Sens, Lips Mckensie, VaChina, DJ Tatya and much, much more!

For those living, working or travelling in China or interested in learning about Chinese culture, expat life and foreigners perceptions. Live, work, travel, do business and have fun in China. May the smile be with you!

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China Jedi Tour: E1 – Secret Spring Fling (Part 1)

In this episode (Part 1/2), China Jedi visits the east coast of Shenzhen, to check out and play at a secret beach musical festival!

Listen to interviews and songs from various original artists all living, working and creating in China, including Brewtang Clan, Sleepwalkers, Mott, Mighty Orphans, DJ Lovetron and much, much more!

For those living, working or travelling in China or interested in learning about Chinese culture, expat life and foreigners perceptions. Live, work, travel, do business and have fun in China. May the smile be with you!

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