This dissertation, entitled A Study on the Interaction between the Development of Chinese Popular Music and the Socio-Cultural Environment, aims to systematically trace the evolution of Chinese popular music from the early twentieth century to the pre...
This dissertation, entitled A Study on the Interaction between the Development of Chinese Popular Music and the Socio-Cultural Environment, aims to systematically trace the evolution of Chinese popular music from the early twentieth century to the present, while analyzing its interactive logic and historical significance within the broader socio-cultural context. The study begins with a literature review that examines major academic contributions and existing gaps in the field, thereby clarifying the scholarly value and innovations of this research. Methodologically, it adopts a combination of historical analysis, case studies, textual interpretation, and comparative approaches, seeking to reveal the bidirectional construction between popular music and socio-cultural dynamics at both macro and micro levels.
The main body of the dissertation proceeds chronologically. It first investigates Shanghai “Shidaiqu” as the representative of early Chinese popular music, highlighting its role in mediating between urban modernity, national identity, and social psychology. It then explores the development of popular music in Hong Kong and Taiwan, with particular attention to figures such as Teresa Teng, James Wong, Joseph Koo, as well as the Taiwanese Campus Folk Song Movement, analyzing their significance in cross-cultural exchange and cultural identity formation. Subsequently, the study examines the revival of popular music in mainland China since the 1980s, the rise of rock music, and the boom of “Northwest Wind” and campus folk songs, demonstrating their close ties to social transformation and shifting values. In the twenty-first century, the dissertation focuses on music variety shows such as Super Girl and The Voice of China, assessing their roles in industry development, fan culture, and the cultivation of music talents in higher education.
At the theoretical level, the research introduces the perspective of arts management, applying SWOT analysis and the 7Ps marketing mix to systematically evaluate the opportunities and challenges faced by Chinese popular music in the era of globalization and artificial intelligence. The study argues that the development of Chinese popular music is not only a transformation of musical styles and industrial models, but also a reflection of social change and the evolving emotional needs of the public.
In conclusion, through historical review and contemporary analysis, this dissertation elucidates the mechanisms and developmental logic of the interaction between Chinese popular music and its socio-cultural environment. It contributes to a deeper understanding of the overall landscape of Chinese popular music, while also providing theoretical insights and practical implications for its sustainable development and international dissemination.