Sep 17: T-Pain
The man that popularized auto-tune, dominated the Billboard charts a decade ago and perfectly captured the triumphant feeling of being on a boat is back in Shanghai. It’s a bit short notice with limited tickets, but expect the man who proudly declared ‘I’m N Luv (Wit a Stripper)’ to perform around midnight.
// Sep 17, 10pm-late, RMB380. Mook.
Sep 17-19 Unico by Mauro Coloagreco three year anniversary
The Bund favorite rings in their third-anniversary with a week full of celebrations. On Thursday, Funky Soul Story takes guests on a musical journey through the classic soul age of America with plenty of hits from Motown’s heyday. For Friday, world superstar dancers Les Twins are the special guest of Chic ‘n’ Pop with beats by the SOS crew. Capping things on Saturday is the primal fun of the Amazoonia themed party complete with wild live performances, humanimals and other unexpected creatures on the dancefloor.
// Sep 15-19, 10pm, free entry from Mon-Thurs, RMB100 on Friday and on Saturday with one drink. Unico by Mauro Colagreco.
Sep 18: Bondax
S.T.D. presents the genre-transcending British duo who in just a couple years have scored radio play from BBC, launched their own label and performed at festivals across Europe.
// Sep 18, 10pm-late, RMB80-120. Arkham.
Sep 18: Julio Navas
Fresco Records’ head honcho has been a respected DJ and producer since starting out at 16. He’s worked with big names like John Acquaviva and David Guetta, while rocking crowds around the world from Ibiza to Rio.
// Sep 18, 10.30pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before 1am for guys, free entry before 2am for girls). Lola.
Sep 18: The Shelter Re-opening
After years of gritty glory, The Shelter reemerges from its first ever refurb. Check out the changes at this reopening party that will surely feature some of their favorite mainstays spinning.
// Sep 18, 10pm-late, RMBTBMA. The Shelter.
Sep 19: Yoho 10th Anniversary Party
The fashion magazine celebrates their decade anniversary by taking over Arkham, The Shelter and Arcade with a trio of parties. At Arkham, ghetto gothik favourite Venus X (pictured above) is joined by KOHH, Watapachi Lisa Chris, AR and AD08. Meanwhile, The Shelter welcomes rising French producer Gener8tion, Boiler Room architect Trist Tian, Kiri, Guillaume Berg and Detto K. Arcade hosts top Shanghai based acts like Linfeng, Fader One and Damacha.
// Sep 19, 10pm-late, RMB100-150 (with access to all venues). The Shelter, Arkham and Arcade, tickets.
Sep 19: Vinai
The rising EDM stars have racked up massive club hits like ‘RAVEOLOGY’ and ‘Hands Up.’
// Sep 19, 10pm-late, RMBTBA. M2.
Best of the Rest
Girls Night Out Three Year Anniversary
Bar Rouge and MVP Shanghai toast to three years of their popular weekly ladies night. As always, girls will get to enjoy free cocktails and manicures until midnight. Shirtless models will serve up delicious cupcakes while John Avolio spins. Special anniversary lucky draw prize is a night at the Kempinski Hotel for two. Dress code: elegant, glamorous.
// Sep 17, 9.30pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before midnight with password ‘MVP’). Bar Rouge.
Studio 24
M1NT taps into the spirit of the disco era in their weekly Thursday night party.
// Sep 17, 9pm-late, free entry. M1NT.
#vinyloftheday |A Side B Side Vol. 6
This vinyl only celebration features sets by Transmissions’ Rob Yong, Taxi, Lindberg and Gerlad Ang. An open deck session runs from 6-7pm allowing anyone to DJ while the documentary of History of Funk screens. There’s also over 300 records to choose from and if you bring your own vinyl, you might be able to do record swapping.
// Sep 18, 6-11pm, RMB50 with a drink and one 7” vinyl (free entry if you bring your own vinyl). Da Attic.
The Bassment
DJ Binks and the Bassment crew promise to get the walls shaking at the beloved dive bar, C’s.
// Sep 18, 10pm-late, free entry. C’s.
Born Under Punches, Vol. 14
This recurring party features sets by KayTV, Mohammode, Arrebato, Kenanjun and Man Alive.
// Sep 18, 10pm-late, RMBTBA. Lune.
Lose Your Face
Joade and Beardslap bring that UK-inflected bass to DADA.
// Sep 18, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA.
MissBish x Publish
Hong Kong e-commerce house Missbish meets LA’s Publish for the launch of their women’s line HERS. Victor Aime spins.
// Sep 18, 10pm-late, free entry. Le Baron.
Bar Rouge Tropicalia
Bar Rouge goes wild in this popular jungle theme party. A perfect spot for the city’s party animals to go wild and roar. Dress code: wild animal.
// Sep 19, 9pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before midnight with password ‘Miss Rouge’). Bar Rouge.
Discosmic Adventures 3rd Anniversary
The cosmic crew celebrates three years of mirror ball anthems at DADA. Sets by Lindberg, Nik HilP, Phunhouse, Tobias Patrick, Velvet Robot and YX.
// Sep 19, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA, see event listing.
George Morel
For more than two decades, Morel has developed a trademark groove style of deep house, minimal-tech and tech-house. Alecs Marta supports.
// Sep 19, 10.30pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before 1am for guys, free entry before 2am for girls). Lola.
On TOP Party
MVP Shanghai takes over the 92nd floor of the Park Hyatt that will have you literally dancing above the clouds. Enjoy a chic atmosphere with a live band and infectious house tunes to set the mood. Dress code: elegant.
// Sep 19, 10pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before midnight if RSVP to events@mvpshanghai.com). Park Hyatt Shanghai.
Welcome Party - New Kids on the Block
The Pearl is welcoming all the newbies to mingle within the charming confines of a historic cabaret theater. DJ AA and DJAis will spin.
// Sep 19, 9pm-late, free entry if you scan The Pearl’s QR code. The Pearl.
Echo Park Afterparty
The Shelter hosts the official after-party to Splitworks’ Echo Park Festival. While the lineup is being kept under wraps, expect it to feature the most cutting edge in beats
// Sep 20, 10pm-late, RMB30 (free entry with Echo Park ticket). The Shelter.
Mishka x Long Clothing Yo Hood 2K15 Afterparty
The Yo Hood fashion market takes over ShanghaiMart this weekend and Yeti is throwing the after party for two participating brands, Long Clothing and Mishka’s Yo Hood. Both brands are known for their equal love and support for music and fashion, with Yeti carrying that tradition to Shanghai. Expect performances by hometown heroes Busy gang, Swimful and support from Long x DJs and the Yeti DJs. Greg Mishka and New York artist L’Amour Supreme hosts.
// Sep 20, 9pm-late, RMB70. Arkham.
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