Zhang Yiming bumps water magnate Zhong Shanshan to No. 2, with Tencent founder Pony Ma rounding out the top three.
TME will act as the tour partner for G-Dragon’s concerts across most of Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, Australia & New Zealand.
Eight artists, including Chen Chusheng, Chen Li, Penny Tai, Han Hong, Hua Chenyu, David Tao, Wang Sulong and Tia Ray, will collaborate with the contestants.
The Chinese pop star tells Billboard about his "global" music projects including live performances and a possible tour: "We are planning many surprises."
The first concert will take place on July 6 at the Universiade Center in Shenzhen.
In rapidly emerging markets like India and Africa, listeners increasingly care more about domestic artists — and that could determine where the next Taylor Swift emerges from.
After completing his performances, including one in Dubai, Jeff Chang will focus on the creation of a new album, he says in his Billboard China cover story.
During the 88rising Futures, Chinese artists Jackson Wang and Liu Yuxin captivated the audience with their unique music & style.
From YOASOBI and LE SSERAFIM's sets to the combining of star power thanks to 88rising Futures, the promise of Asian pop music was on full display in Indio.
In her Billboard China cover story, Chen Li says "Migration" is not just a simple concert; it records the process of her growth as a singer.