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Exclusive: Chinese American Bear's Bilingual Indie Pop Dream Unfolds in New Video
Seattle’s Chinese American Bear drop their third album, *Dim Sum & Then Some*. The married duo, Anne Tong and Bryce Barsten, blend Mandarin and English over bright, psychedelic indie pop. This bilingual approach breaks genre barriers, offering a playful, colorful sound that expands indie pop’s cultural reach while celebrating their unique heritage.
By Alet Viegas·
Seattle-based indie pop duo Chinese American Bear are back today with their third full-length album, Dim Sum & Then Some. Led by bandmates and married couple Anne Tong and Bryce Barsten, the band have crafted a catchy and playful style of indie pop over two preceding albums, singing in both Mandarin and English while dousing their songs in bright pop melodies and brilliant psychedelic color.