Mandopop: Xue Zhiqian(薛之谦)

After his popular participation of Chinese Idol-esque competition "My show" back in 2006, Xue Zhiqian has had some success as both artist and actor, but this is his first showing as an music artist the last few years. I love the electronic sounds and the suggestive drama, and there is surprising amount of almost gory detaail but the video reminds me of Show Lou's "Fantasy".

• Xue Zhiqian - Beginner (初学者)

Mandopop: Zhang Zhiyong (張智勇)

This song by Zhang Zhiyong (Here's an interview with him showing of his saxophone skills) is a spin-off from the animated TV-series Baby Panda (巴布熊貓) from 2006. With the re-start of a new version of the TV-series, he has done a fun song that's catchy and easy to follow for everyone. For us with limited Mandarin skills it's an excellent chance to try some singing along. ;-)

• Zhang Zhiyong - I'm your Baby Panda (巴布熊貓)