Nov 20: Samuli Kemppi
Promoters Footprints celebrates their fourth anniversary with the Finnish icy cold techno favorite. With a sound that evokes Kraftwerk and Depeche Mode, Kemppi mixes heavy bass with minimal techno. Ben Huang, MIIIA and Jackie support. Listen to Samuli Kemppi on Soundcloud and QQ Music.
> Nov 20, 10pm-late, RMB70-100. Arkham.
Nov 20: Gabriele Poso (Live) + Hallex M (DJ set)
Unico has another killer booking that combines live music with electronics. Gabriele Poso is a virtuoso percussionist and multi-instrumentalist. The Italian artist and producer will team up with French DJ and producer, Hallex M. Listen to Gabriele Poso on Soundcloud and QQ Music.
> Nov 20, 10pm-late, RMBTBA. Unico, see event listing.
Nov 21: Galantis
The Swedish electronic production/songwriting duo were named Best Breakthrough Artist at this year’s International Dance Music Awards. They make their China debut reveling in their hit debut album, Pharmacy. Listen to Galantis on Soundcloud and QQ Music.
> Nov 21, 10pm, RMB100-150. M2, see event listing. Tickets.
Nov 21: Mark Knight
After a raucous October that featured a month-long celebration of its birthday, Lola keeps bringing the heat by booking the Grammy-nominated DJ and producer. With a career that spans over a decade, Knight has established himself as one of the leading figures in UK house. Listen to Mark Knight on Soundcloud and QQ Music.
> Nov 21, 10.30pm-late, RMB150 (free entry for guys before 1am and for girls before 2am). Lola.
Nov 21: Rodion
New label Co:Motion has been crushing it with the recent release of MIIIA’s What Just Happened. One of the remixers on that disc, Rodion will be headlining the crew’s latest party. Dubbed “the new genius of Italian dance music,” Rodion has a strong presence in China’s music scene as producer to Beijing indie darlings Nova Heart. He’ll be spinning an intoxicating brand of heavy Italo with support from MIIA, Raz, Mau Mau and the never dead Laura Ingalls. Listen to Rodion on Soundcloud and QQ Music.
> Nov 21, 10pm-late, RMB80 (RMB70 with WeChat scan). Arkham, see event listing.
Nov 25: Fedde le Grand
The Dutch house DJ scored a worldwide hit with ‘Put Your Hands Up 4 Detroit.’ He’s consistently ranked near the top of DJ Magazine’s Annual Top 100 DJ List and is a Shanghai favorite who was among the first STORM headliners. Listen to Fedde le Grand on Soundcloud and QQ Music.
> Nov 25, 10.30pm-late, RMB150 (presale). MYST, see event listing.
Best of the Rest
ChaCha
The AM444 singer kicks off her solo national tour at The Shelter with support from Aivilox and special guests. Expect to hear new tracks.
> Nov 19, 10pm-late, RMB30. The Shelter, see event listing.
Girls Night Out Fiorella Blues Paris Edition
Bar Rouge and MVP Shanghai’s popular weekly ladies night welcomes accessory boutique Fiorella Blues Paris on the fun. Ladies can enjoy free cocktails and manicures until 11.30pm, with prizes from the boutique up for grabs through a lucky draw. Dress code: elegant.
> Nov 19, 10pm-late, RMB100 (free entrance before 12.30am with password ‘MVP’). Bar Rouge, see event listing.
Michael Ho
URVC hosts the Zurich DJ and producer who’s celebrating 20 years since he first debuted. Expect pumping house with a touch of bass.
> Nov 19, 10pm-late, free entry. URVC.
Retro Chic
Every Thursday, Mook gets vintage glamorous. Free-flow sparkling wine for the ladies from 10pm-1am.
> Nov 19, 10pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). Mook, see event listing.
Keint invites TYGI
The Bar Rouge musical director has invited the Guilty pleasure DJ to take over the Bund favorite. Expect to hear house and “experience guilty pleasure, minus the guilt.” Dress code: smart.
> Nov 20, 10pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before midnight with password ‘Miss Rouge’). Bar Rouge, see event listing.
Push and Pull vs Yeti Out
Two of Shanghai’s best crews team up for a wild night of bass, hip hop, grime, house, garage and gqom. Alta, Naaah Alan Wolf, Fader and Allan Marshall spin.
> Nov 20, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA, see event listing.
Transmission Vol. 7
DJs Donn, Jung and Rob Young bring the seventh edition of this house and techno party. Complimentary Jameson Ginger Ale and Lime for the first 80 party goers.
> Nov 20, 10pm-late, RMB50. Kulou, see event listing.
Bar Rouge L'Original
The eight-time That’s Shanghai Best Club winner goes old school with their glamorous Red Night. Dress code: glamorous with a touch of red.
> Nov 21, 9pm-late, RMB100 (with password ‘Miss Rouge’). Bar Rouge, see event listing.
Black Eyeliner
Soundspade and friends embrace the dark side of techno and glitch, complemented by amazing video projections.
> Nov 21, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA, see event listing.
The Beauty and The Beast
Cellman, Bruno Marques, Marcos Godoy and Theo-Man team up for a night that veers from deep house to tech house to melodic techno.
> Nov 20, 10pm-late, RMBTBA. Lune, see event listing.
CLOUD feat Murlo and Deadboy
Shelter’s recurring series continues with a doubleheadliner of UK’s best. Expect to hear plenty of bass from Deadboy and grime from Murlo. Alta, Naaah and Howell support.
> Nov 20, 10pm-late, RMB60. The Shelter.
Firebeatz
The Dutch duo have repeatedly topped the Beatport Charts with fist-pumping hits like ‘Funky Shit.’ They hit the stage at 1am.
> Nov 20, 9pm-late, RMB100 (with a drink). M2.
QT
The ‘Hey QT’ singer plays an exclusive ART021 afterparty at Shanghai Knights KTV Nightclub. Invite only.
> Nov 20, 8pm-late, free entry (with invitation). KTV Nightclub.
Discosmic Adventure
Expect a crowd-pleasing mix of Italo, disco, boogie and left-field dance music from the ever-reliable Discosmic crew.
> Nov 21, 10pm-late, free entry. Craft, see event listing.
LOFAI
R3, Aivilox and AD08 spin sounds from the future at Arcade’s monthly party.
> Nov 21, 10pm-late, free entry. Arcade.
On Top Party
MVP takes over the 92nd floor of the Shanghai World Financial City for a party that will have you literally in the clouds. Pop bottles and dance to the latest hits.
> Nov 21, 10pm-late, RMB100 with a drink (free entry before midnight if RSVP with events@mvpshanghai.com). Park Hyatt.
Model's Gone Wild
Every Tuesday, Mook hosts models willing to drink shots with you.
> Nov 24, 9pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). Mook, see event listing.
Studio 24
Every Tuesday, M1NT pays tribute to the early heady days of disco.
> Nov 24, 9pm-late, free entry. M1NT, see event listing.
Calle Roja
Bar Rouge’s weekly Latin night features the hottest in salsa, reggaeton and Electro-Latin. Enjoy homemade Sangria and take part in a Latin Dance Square. Dress code: elegant with Latino charm.
> Nov 25, 9pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before midnight with password ‘Miss Rouge’). Bar Rouge, see event listing.
Don't Tell Daddy
STORM Festival favorite Smith Agent Smith takes over Mook every Wednesday.
> Nov 25, 9pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). Mook, see event listing.
Lolitas
Lola’s weekly ladies night featuring some of the city’s finest female DJs Michelle Grant and Stacy Bond spinning the best house, with complementary drinks for the ladies until 1am.
> Nov 25, 10pm-late, free entry. Lola, see event listing.
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