Dec 15: Brennan Heart
Beijing based events label Resistance celebrates a successful first year of throwing hardstyle parties with this mini-tour from the chart-topping producer. As the energetic genre grows in prominence, Heart has scored prime spots at megafests like Tomorrowland and EDC while amassing mega hits like ‘Lose My Mind’ and ‘Imaginary.’
Dec 15, 8.30pm-late, RMB100-200. MAO Livehouse.
Dec 15: Tek.Lun
Yeti is bringing the Los Angeles beatmaker known for left field take on sensual R&B. Signed to the HW&W label, Tek Lun has worked alongside acclaimed acts like Ta-Ku and Kaytranda.
Dec 15, 9pm, free entry. Le Baron.
Dec 16: The Camel Grand (Re) Opening
The long-running sports bar debuts its new look with this official opening party that includes live music, free mulled wine from 7-8pm, free Carlsberg from 9-10pm and free tequila at midnight. Not enough free stuff? There will also be freee menu samplers throughout the night showcasing creations from new chef Mark Beckwith. For more, check out our preview of the new look Camel.
Dec 16, 6pm, free entry. The Camel.
Dec 16: XO Caliente Night
DJ Naz headlines XO Caliente’s monthly reggae party spinning sultry sounds from meringe to reggaeton.
Dec 16, 9.30pm-late, free entry. XO.
Dec 16-17: Bar Rouge Christmas Series
The Bund institution is teaming up with Belvedere for a series of White Christmas themed parties, where it doesn’t matter if you’ve been naughty or nice, it just matters if you like good vodka. Dress code: elegant with a touch of white.
Dec 16-17, 9.30pm-late, RMB100 (free entry until midnight with password ‘A2 Event’). Bar Rouge, see event listing.
Dec 17: Snakehips
The British duo cracked the UK Top 5 with their 2015 single, 'All My Friends,' that featured Chance the Rapper and Tinashe. Building on that buzz, the duo have since worked with buzz acts like Anderson.Paak and Zayn, while also remixing the likes of The Weeknd and Banks.
Dec 17, 10pm-late, RMBTBA. Arkham.
Dec 17: WRLD
While he may have just turned 18 years old, the dance pop producer has built up a strong buzz over the past three years. He’s racked up millions of Soundcloud plays thanks to vocoder driven nu-disco hits like ‘Fighter.’ With high-school graduation around the corner, WRLD is teasing a more experimental and adult sound with a North American tour set following his Shanghai show.
Dec 17, 10pm-late, free entry with RSVP. Le Baron, see event listing.
Dec 17: youANDme
The Berlin favorites have won global renown for their soulful and funky take on genres like house, techno, dub and electronica. They’ve remixed stalwarts like Steve Bug and Robert Owens while giving back to the scene through their numerous label imprints. Dave K and Charp support.
Dec 17, 10pm-late, RMB50-80. Reel to Reel, see event listing.
Dec 17: Ookay
Within a year of creating beats, the San Diego producer was charting in Beatport’s Top 10 while amassing support from the likes of Borgore, UZ and Flosstradamus. His infectious energetic style is an Ookay trademark whether he’s dabbling in trap or moombahton.
Dec 17, 10.30pm-late, RMB120. Fusion, see event listing.
Dec 17-18: Daily Vinyl Two Year Anniversary
The vinyl collective celebrates their birthday with a vinyl-only mix of disco, funk, soul and hip hop on Saturday night. The next day, the club will be transformed into a record market with many of the city’s favorite DJs spinning live and broadcasted on NTS Radio.
Dec 17, 10pm-late, RMB50. Elevator.
Dec 18, 2-9pm, free entry. Elevator.
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