David Zhou on leaving law for music, life in the margins, and championing alt Asian subcultures

In this episode, Melissa and Isabelle chat with David Zhou, the visionary Founder and Director of Eastern Margins, a record label and community that amplifies music from the ESEA diaspora.

David, who left his role as a senior legal counsel at TikTok to fully embrace his passion for music and culture, is at the forefront of representing alternative Asian music narratives. They delve into his journey from corporate law to the challenges and joys of creating Eastern Margins

David shares what it’s like navigating corporate vs creative spaces, the importance of diversity and disruption in creative industries, and the difficulties Asian artists sometimes face due to the way the music industry is currently ringfenced. Hear his advice for the diaspora and what's next on his horizon.

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David Zhou: https://www.instagram.com/triplelumi

Eastern Margins: https://www.instagram.com/easternmargins

Stream "Redline Impact" - the new compilation album from Eastern Margins, out now: https://open.spotify.com/album/22nmCm7Uq4Pf74GqnHRFli

Editing: Gabby Lauren

Music: Muri & Lustbass

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