Chen Chusheng's 'Wasteland' Goes Visual with Art

Chen Chusheng, the winner of 'Singer 2025,' has collaborated with Hong Kong-based artist Li Erpeng to create a unique vinyl release for his album 'Wasteland of Wonders.' The project features 14 original paintings by Li, each inspired by the album's themes and tracks, transforming the record into a visual art piece. This artistic integration aims to offer listeners a deeper sensory experience beyond just auditory enjoyment.

Pre-orders for the 'Wasteland of Wonders' vinyl opened on June 9, and the edition quickly earned a 'Double Diamond' sales certification from QQ Music. Chen expressed his desire for the album to be both heard and seen, appreciating Li's ability to make the record a keepsake. Li, in turn, shared that his paintings are an effort to visualize the worlds built by strong music, incorporating imagery from the songs and his own artistic development.

Li Erpeng's studio works often feature collector pieces and elaborate sculptural frames. His practice has expanded into film, with preparatory work underway for a CG-animated world. The Central Academy of Fine Arts Museum in Beijing and Sydney's White Rabbit Gallery hold examples of his art. Chen Chusheng, previously a winner of 'Super Boy' in 2007, is a notable figure in China's music scene, having previously drawn 50,000 fans to a concert in Nanchang in April 2026.