American singer-songwriter Anson Seabra, fresh from a five-city tour across the Chinese mainland, discovered an unexpected harmony between his emotionally charged melodies and audiences in Chengdu, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hefei, and Tianjin. During an exclusive walk through Beijing's historic Qianmen Street district with CGTN's Louisa Lee, the "Welcome to Wonderland" artist marveled at fans reciting every lyric of his English-language tracks – a testament to music's universal language.
"Seeing people connect across cultures reminds me why I create," Seabra shared while sampling traditional jianbing (savory crepes) from street vendors. The 27-year-old Missouri native emphasized how China's urban energy – from Shanghai's neon-lit hubs to Tianjin's riverside promenades – fuels his creative process.
With over 15 million monthly Spotify listeners globally, Seabra's China tour highlights the growing appetite for international artists in Asia's live music market. Industry analysts note concert tourism is rising post-pandemic, with cultural hubs like Chengdu and Guangzhou emerging as key stops on global tours.
As dusk fell over Beijing's blended skyline of ancient hutongs and modern towers, Seabra reflected: "Music isn't about borders – it's about that moment when someone across the world says, 'This song feels like my story.'" For China's young music enthusiasts, that story now includes Anson Seabra's name in bright neon letters.
