By Joshua Frank
Howling into Harmony offers a portrait of young Chinese rock musicians in Beijing and provides a glimpse into the lives of a generation awakened by Western cultural forces, despite the conservatism of their parents' generation and their government.
Li Yang Yang is an explosive guitarist who views his visceral noise improvisations as authentically Chinese music. Drawing inspiration from Beat writers such as Jack Kerouac and William S. Burroughs, he identifies with the rebellious American youth of the '60s.
He Fan is a Beijinger, born and raised. A rising young rock star and college student, he's known for his raucous live shows and anti-establishment lyrics.
Li Qing is a soft-spoken introvert who creates soundscapes that mirror the capital's incessant clang of construction. Her parents, though supportive, don't know what to make of her experimental music.
Howling Into Harmony provides a look at China's evolving youth culture that is rarely seen by the outside world.
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