
Gen Z Vietnamese voices captivate Australian musical festival
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Truong My Anh, who known as the youngest daughter of Vietnamese diva My Linh, impressed spectators at the Vivid Sydney music festival. (Photo courtesy of the artist) |
Vivid Sydney was first held in 2009 at the Sydney Opera House and is now one of the top 10 music festivals in the world. Both locals and tourists eagerly anticipate the festival for its spectacular displays of light, culture and art.
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Truong My Anh appeared at the Next gen: V-pop, an event within the festival, in a unique fashion style, with voluminous curly hair and a captivating voice. She performed with the band for an hour, reflecting her five-year journey pursuing art.
Anh’s R&B performances, such as Letting Go, Phases of the Moon, Over Again and Over Again, and Someday, received enthusiastic support from international audiences. Additionally, the youngest daughter of Vietnamese diva My Linh brought a series of hits that made a name for herself in Vietnam, including Real Love and Yên (Peaceful).
“Vivid Sydney 2025 was more successful than I expected. 1,000 spectators, a dazzling debut stage in Australia. So many beautiful emotions that I will never forget,” she wrote on her Facebook page.
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Chi Xe embodies the fresh spirit of Vietnamese Gen Z. (Photo courtesy of the artist) |
Next Gen: V-Pop also featured Chi Xe, whose real name is Nguyen Linh Chi - a rising star gaining attention in the musical programme Em Xinh Say Hi (Beauties Say Hi). The 26-year-old embodies the fresh spirit of Vietnamese Gen Z, with songs like Seenderella, Ý Em Là (What I Mean Is), Cheese in the Trap, and Mộc Miên (Rice Flower).
Many music experts in Australia have praised the debut of My Anh and Chi Xe. Julian Ramundi, the producer of the Vivid Sydney music festival, believed that the concert was successful, attracting many international and Vietnamese audiences.
Vivid Sydney 2025 runs from May 23 to June 14, featuring many exciting performances and events.