That’s Guangzhou takes a look at some of the best gigs this weekend:
Fri, Nov 29: Dopeness Presents Matthew Law @ Dab3
Image via Dab3/WeChat
Since 2009, Matthew Law has been winning over audiences in cities across the globe and has opened for big acts like Migos, Kendrick Lamar, De La Soul, J. Cole, Higher Brothers and others. The Philadelphia-born DJ taps into a swath of musical styles he was exposed to early on and turns out some epic DJ sets. Catch him and 2AM as they come to Guangzhou’s new club Dab3 for a pop-up party this Friday.
Fri Nov 29, 9.30pm; free entry. Dab3. See event listing.
Sat, Nov 30: Galen Crew Apologue Tour 2019 @ Mao Livehouse
Chill out this Saturday afternoon listening to the rhythmic jams of singer-songwriter Galen Crew as he draws the audience in with acoustic chord progressions and light yet powerful vocals. The show starts at 2pm (super early, we know) and will take place at Mao Livehouse.
Sat Nov 30, 2pm; RMB280 presale, RMB499 for two. Mao Livehouse. See event listing. Tickets.
Sat-Sun, Nov 30-Dec 1: Strawberry Music Festival @ Chimelong Music Festival Square
Strawberry Music Festival returns to the Greater Bay Area this weekend for another exciting celebration of great artists! This year is no different, with cinematic dream pop and shoegaze band Blue Foundation and British indie rock band Swim Deep set to make an appearance. Also slated for the rockin’ show are rock and roll band Xin Kuzi (New Pants) and Chongqing-based hip hop artist GAI. Since Shenzhen’s show has been canceled, this year’s Guangzhou festival should be bigger and badder than ever. Aside from awesome jams, there will be pop-up shops selling eco-conscious products around the venue.
Sat-Sun Nov 30-Dec 1, 2-9.20pm; various prices. Chimelong Music Festival Square. See event listing. Tickets.
Sun, Dec 1: Cecile McLorin Salvant @ Xinghai Concert Hall
Image via Xinghai Concert Hall
The closing act of the Guangzhou Jazz Festival will feature the young and gifted jazz diva Cecile McLorin Salvant, who has won three Grammy Awards in just four years. Since her arrival on the scene, the world of jazz has been enthralled by the 28-year-old’s remarkable talent. You can catch her performance on Sunday, December 1.
Sun Dec 1, 8pm; RMB280-1,080. Xinghai Concert Hall. See event listing. Tickets.
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