Shanghai Weekly Party Planner: Mar 2-8

Mar 2: Afrika Islam

Since getting his start as an apprentice for Afrika Bambaataa, Afrika Islam has put his stamp on hip-hop. A DJ for the Rock Steady Crew, he became a major figure in LA’s nascent hip hop scene after moving there in the 80s. While he appeared in films like Breakin II, it’s his production work on Ice-T’s early classic gangsta rap albums like Power that remain his hallmark.
Mar 2, 9pm-late, free entry with RSVP. Le Baron, see event listing.

Mar 2: NxxxxxS & Ta-Ha

The Wave music DJ and producer NxxxxxS returns to Shanghai to present the debut live show of buzz rapper Ta-Ha. Together their hit ‘Lil Beat’ has won approval from OVO Sound Radio and Soulection radio and they’ll be stopping off at Celia as part of their Preme organized four city China tour.
Mar 2, 10pm-late, RMBTBA. Celia, see event listing.

Mar 3: Yeti Out House Party

The Yeti crew take over both rooms at Xintiandi club Reel to Reel. In one room, Disco Deviance’s Peter Herbert and Dicky Trisco is joined by Yeti Dis:ko’s Allan Marshall and Miki Discosnot. In the second room, Yeti residents Tom Yeti, Esa and Loui Louie spin harder sounds from ratchet rap to UK grime.
Mar 3, 10pm-late, RMB100. Reel to Reel.

Mar 3: Fantastic Man

12” of Fun x Holly Sh*t presents the Melbourne-bred, Berlin-based DJ who has previously packed Shelter and Lola during past visits to Shanghai. The house DJ describes his sets as ‘good acid tribal percussive workouts,’ so expect the dancefloor to be rocking at his Elevator debut. Support from Tobias Patrick, Lindberg, Charp and Thoma Cher.
Mar 3, 10pm-late, RMB70. Elevator, see event listing.

Mar 3-4: Lotus Rouge

Bund institution Bar Rouge transforms into a vintage casino, where guests get to gamble drinks at roulette and try their luck at the wheel of fortune in a chic setting.
Mar 3-4, 10pm-late, RMB100. Bar Rouge.

Mar 4: Beatween x Stones Throw

Xiamen hip-hop collective Beatween teams with Los Angeles underground institution Stones Throw for Elevator’s first major hip-hop show. Los Angeles beatmaker MNDSGN headlines, riding high off the rapturous praise given to  ‘the classic ‘80s R&B and boogie funk’ of last year’s Body Wash. Beatween’s Knopha and Jiaming support, along with Stones Throw Japan’s Kota and Daily Vinyl’s ollo-MAM.
Mar 4, 10pm-late, RMB100-130. Elevator.

Mar 4: Robert Parker

The Stockholm electronic musican and producer is one of the leading figures in the growing synthwave/retrowave scene. With a style that mixes elements of 80s music and movies with French house and disco, Parker has brought his infectious brand of electronic nostalgia on tours across the world.
Mar 4, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA.

Mar 4: 100 Birthdays Carnival Festival

The Mansion is going hard for this birthday themed carnival featuring international headliner Urulu spinning a three-hour vinyl set. In addition, there will be 30 cakes and a happy go lucky festive atmosphere.
Mar 4, 10pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). The Mansion, see event listing.

Mar 4: Armada Night

Co-founded by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron and David Lewis, Armada is a five-time International Dance Music Awards (IDMA) winner for ‘Best Global Record label.’ The Dutch label takes over MYST spotlighting three of their freshest talents: Andrew Rayel (pictured), David Gravell and Khomha.
Mar 4, 10.30pm-late, RMB150. MYST, see event listing.

Mar 4: Pervert & Sodoma

MVP Shanghai returns to take over M1NT for this naughty S&M themed party. Bring your whips, chains and leather for a night of naughty adventures. Dress code: full black or pervert outfit, otherwise RMB100 entry fee.
Mar 4, 10pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before 12.30am with RSVP to events@mvpshanghai.com with dress code). M1NT.

Mar 4: The Ninetys and Fortune

SHFT presents this potent Hucci approved double bill. With nine albums to his name, UK producer The Ninetys is known for his blend of old school and trap, lending his talents to exclusive remixes of The Weeknd, Stooki Sound and Troyboi. Los Angeles producer Fortune holds great esteem in his hometown’s underground music scene, for his distinct merger of trap and soulful R&B.
Mar 4, 10.30pm-late, RMB100-150. Reel to Reel, see event listing.

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