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In this Temper contribution, we chat with the Liuzhou-based indie rockers Sexyhand赛西翰 about their music, philosophies, and fashion...

In this Temper Fact Checker, we sample all the tangy flavors that are Beijing-based SOURTOWER’s sonic solace. SOURTOWER (酸塔 | suān tǎ)...

In this Temper Fact Checker, we dive into the dark depths of dance music with Beijing’s Pretty Cold, a cold wave DJ collective that is...

In this Temper Fact Checker, we get up to no good with Beijing’s The Ravages, a new psychedelic garage punk band that's ready to start a...

In this Temper Fact Checker, we explore the shadows to discover the diverse depths of Tianjin-based DJ NinjaBlade’s sonic arsenal. See...

In this short write-up, you're introduced to Beijing's Heat Mark (热斑乐队), an indie rock duo whose attitude towards fashion and music is...

In this short write-up, we are introduced to Loooooongish Cat, an android cat that knows its way around audio relics and modern DJing...

In this second feature for China Temper, we dive into China's tattoo culture, its history, and women's role within this subculture. See...

In this short write-up for China Temper's Fact Checkers, we are introduced to Beijing’s grunge goliaths Big Thunder (大雷音乐队)! See the...

In this first contribution to China Temper, we explore the connection between heavy metal music, fashion and individualism in China. See...

In this Date Night China contribution, we look at animal affection, how pet ownership in China is changing, and how you can foster or...

Entitled "In China, pole dancing evolved from a male art practice in the Song Dynasty to an inclusive sport promoting body positivity,"...

This piece looks at 14 songs about love from Chinese and Taiwanese artists to help set the mood for your Valentine's Day.

In this final part of two about pick-up lines and flirting in Mandarin Chinese, we look at a few of the most used flirting tactics.

In this first part of two about pick-up lines and flirting in Mandarin Chinese, five of the most dad joke worthy come-ons are discussed.

Long-form contribution that recounts my experience as a white, American woman using the Chinese dating app Tantan谈谈.

Short professional blog post about the standup comedy scene in China, specifically in Beijing.

Short professional blog post about the craft beer culture in China, specifically in Beijing.

A short album review written for Areadeath Productions’ release of Tumourboy’s 2018 EP "Condemned to Extinction."

Album review written for Inferno Requiem's 2016 EP "Moon."