Raw, ethereal post-rock and the haunting beauty of classical Chinese melodies collide on Interworlds – the bold, powerful debut album from XIA-3. Centered around the guzheng, a traditional Chinese zither, XIA-3 is a groundbreaking trio led by award-winning virtuoso Jing Xia, with powerhouse support from well-established St. John’s punk rockers Ritche Perez (baritone guitar) and Brian Downton (drums). Kindred spirits eager to defy convention, XIA-3 reimagines ancient musical traditions to create electrifying East-meets-West soundscapes that seamlessly weave world music, metal, jazz, prog, experimental rock, and more. Borne of Jing Xia’s dream of blending her Chinese heritage with contemporary genres, XIA-3 embodies a dynamic and unexpected fusion of cultures and sounds - a vision of what modern music can be when boundaries are shattered and new possibilities unfold. Tracklisting: 1. Another Day2. Park like A Jerk3. Leaves Left Behind4. Curious Dragons5. Transmission6. Love Song7. Blood Orange, Sunshine8. Spring Calls
