Dec 14: The North
JZ Club welcomes this jazz quartet featuring members from Finland, Canada, Sweden and Denmark teaming up to create imaginative sounds inspired by life in the North.
Dec 14, 10.30pm-late, RMB50. JZ Club.
Dec 15: Lenka
The multitalented Australian may have started out acting where she trained with Academy Award-winning actress Cate Blanchett, but she soared to international prominence thanks to her megahit, ‘The Show.’ Her charming indie-pop has grown in complexity and acclaim with Sony signing her to an innovative partnership for her fourth album, last year’s The Bright Side.
Dec 15, 7.30pm, RMB80-580. Shanghai Oriental Art Center, see event listing.
Dec 15: Shakespeare in Love
As part of their year-long Shakespeare 400 celebrations, Shanghai Grand Theatre welcomes the renowned baroque ensemble The English Concert for a rare perfromance of music inspired from the Bard’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Dec 15, 7.30pm, RMB180-680. Shanghai Grand Theatre, see event listing.
Dec 15: Shun Kikuta
Known as the ‘blues shogun,’ the Japanese guitarist has collaborated with genre heavyweights like BB King and Bo Didley.
Dec 15, 10pm-late, free entry. Chair Club (Jingan), Bldg 12, 555 Haifang Lu, by Yuyao Lu 海防路555号同乐坊12号楼 (138 1737 3313)
Dec 16: Hoochie Coochie Gentlemen
Steeped in old school blues, the Beijing group has won numerous of China's most prestigious music prizes while amassing a loyal fanbase that's impressive for an indie group. While their renown has only grown since appearing on CCTV's hit competition show Sing My Song, they're back on the road for their annual national tour. For more, check out our feature on Hoochie Coochie Gentlemen.
Dec 16, 8.30-10.30pm, RMB80-100. Yuyintang.
Dec 16: No Party for Cao Dong
One of Taiwan’s most celebrated indie acts have just completed an American tour and already all the pre-sale tickets for this MAO Livehouse show has already been snapped up.
Dec 16, 9pm, RMB150. MAO Livehouse.
Dec 16: Silent Elegy
The symphonic metal band remains the biggest in China to prominently feature a female vocalist. With a background in professional opera, Li Xiaoyu supplies the powerhouse vocals to the complex sounds masterminded by keyboard player Wang Qiwei. They bring their extensive national tour to Inferno for a roaring and epic night.
Dec 16, 9.30pm, RMB60-80. Inferno, see event listing.
Dec 18: Maksim
The Croatian bad boy of classical may be polarizing due to his numerous tattoos and rock star take on classical crossover, but there’s no denying the electrifying appeal of his live concerts.
Dec 18, 7.30pm, RMB280-1,280. Shanghai Grand Stage, see event listing.
Dec 18: Long Shen Dao
Frequently dubbed, "China's first authentic reggae band," the Beijing group has spent years spreading the gospel of Marley around the country while wowing audiences around the world on several international tours. They're embarking on their longest national tour in support of their Modern Sky released sophomore album, Freedom, which continues the group's mix of traditional reggae with traditional Chinese instruments like the guzheng. For more, check out our interview with Long Shen Dao.
Dec 18, 8.30-10pm, RMB100. MAO Livehouse, see event listing.
Dec 18: NOIShanghai LXXVIII
Shanghai noise mastermind Torturing Nurse teams with Space 631 for a night of harsh sounds with support from Mai Mai, Acid, Gao Jiafeng, Gua Gua and Sebao.
Dec 18, 8.30pm-late, RMB30. Chair Club (Jingan), Bldg 12, 555 Haifang Lu, by Yuyao Lu 海防路555号同乐坊12号楼 (138 1737 3313)
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