That's Shanghai takes a look at the best things to do in the month of November.
Until Nov 4: Pedrito Martinez Group
Flyer courtesy of Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Afro-Cuban legend Pedro Pablo "Pedrito" Martinez will be bringing his band in from New York for the first time ever. Winner of the Thelonius Monk Award for Afro-Latin Hand Percussion, this show will have Latin jazz fans wriggling in their seats.
Oct 30-Nov 4, 7.30pm and 9.30pm, RMB140 early bird, RMB200 pre sale. Jazz at Lincoln Center, see event listing.
Nov 1: Fleurie
Flyer courtesy of Mao Livehouse.
This dark, eerie, contemporary folk artist from Michigan is putting on an intimate set at Mao tomorrow. With a hint of electro-pop, her songs are hollowing and the ease at which she drifts through an impressive vocal range unsettling. The perfect post-Halloween show.
Nov 1, 8pm, RMB240-580. Mao Livehouse, see event listing.
Nov 1: Club TSF
Flyer courtesy of the promoter.
Damn that's a cool poster. Some french DJs formed a collective and they're gonna organize fomr "funky and festive events." This is apparently one of them. They go by the name Radioactiv and are gonne throw down some classics, mixed with some more experimental ish.
Nov 1, 9pm, no cover. Dada, see event listing.
Nov 1: Fantastic Man and China Social Club
Flyer courtesy of the promoter.
China Social Club is back at Arkham with house/acid/techno DJ Fantastic Man, aka Mic Newman. Boogie you way into Friday, as it goes until 3am.
Nov 1, 10pm, RMB60-80. Arkham, see event listing.
Nov 2: Zhaojiabang
Flyer courtesy of the promoter.
Shanghai garage-rock band Zhaojiabang are bringing back the '90s. The guys are throwing a party together with other Shanghai indie artists Revival, Imbalance and Wheelhouse. Expect noisy grunge, Polaroid flashes, cassettes and postcards giveaways, wheee.
Nov 2, 8pm, no cover. Youin House, see event listing.
Nov 2: Genre Spanner
Flyer courtesy of the promoter.
Genres on genres on genres. Ska, metal and funk can be heard at Harley's this Friday night. Doors are at 6pm so come early if ya want - they say the music's gonna run late.
Nov 2, 9.30pm, no cover. Harley's Undergroud, see event listing.
Nov 2: Honey Soundsystem
Flyer courtesy of the promoter.
Love Dada? Well here's another reason to go this weekend! Antidote is bringing through San Francisco's undergroud party pioneers. They're here, they're queer and they're gonna make you D A N C E.
Nov 2, 10pm, no cover. Dada, see event listing.
Nov 2: The Flex
Flyer courtesy of the promoter.
Do you even lift, bro?
Nov 2, 10pm, no cover, RSVP for admission. Electirc Circus, see event listing.
Nov 2-3: New Shake City: The 90s R&B Concert
Flyer courtesy of Ink Sight Group.
We're just gonna give you their copy because we really appreciate Shake's vibe and it never needs re-writing. Thanks Ian: Beepers, baggy pants, crop tops, floppy disks, Lexus sedans and 90's R&B. Shanghai's house of funk and soul takes it back to back in the day, with a concert featuring the music of TLC, Jade, Janet, BBD, Michael, Ginuwine and lots more. Singer / producer Courtney Knott directs and stars in this show, joined by SHAKE's six-piece band. Dressing up in living colors highly encouraged: from New Jack Swing to Hip Hop Soul and beyond. Costume contest on the 27th with winners announced at midnight! Dinner from 6pm. Live music from 10.30pm.
Nov 2-3, 6pm, RMB80. Shake, see event listing.
Nov 3: Crystal Lake
Photo courtesy of 247tickets.
Japanese metalcore band Crystal Lake have traveled all over the world. From Asia, to the US – with several stops in Europe – they’ve been shaking stages and making crowds thrash for quite some time. Be sure to catch them here in Shanghai.
Nov 3, 8.30pm, RMB300 door. Mao Livehouse, see event listing, buy tickets.
Nov 3: Blossoms
Photo courtesy of 247tickets.
Glittering synths, triumphant riffs and catchy, sing-along vocals – these are all characteristics of the supreme sounds of ‘80s glam rock and pop. Stockport indie rockers Blossoms are hitting Shanghai this week for a killer show - check our article with them here for more of what's up.
Nov 3, 9pm, RMB220 pre sale, RMB280 door. Bandai Namco Shanghai Base, see event listing, buy tickets.
Nov 3: Nocturnes
Photo courtesy of Nocturnes.
Emotional, sultry and atmospheric, Nocturnes are coming straight from Beijing for a heavy and immersive set at Lofas. Their mature vocals and quick, vibrating guitar riffs make for a really distinct sound, and they've just released their new music video (VPN needed).
Nov 3, 9pm, RMB60-80. Lofas, see event listing.
Nov 3: Hip Hop and Rock Fusion
Flyer courtesy of Black China Music.
Black China Music is bringing together two of the most prevalent bands in Shanghai for a night of rock, punk and hip hop. Round Eye (you may have caught them as DEVO on Saturday) and all female punk band Ugly Girls are bringing their usual energy for a night with those championing the resurgence of R&B and hip hop - Queen Diamond and Supastar Defined.
Nov 3, 9pm, no cover. Harley's Underground, see event listing.
Nov 3: Taps and Tracks
Flyer courtesy of the promoter.
Celebrity DJ Hayassen is flying in from Nagoya, Japan to team up with some of the city's best and brightist reggae fans. There's actually a scene for the genre here, so hit up Stone to talk to these guys IRL and see what's up.
Nov 3, 9pm, no cover. Stone Brewing, see event listing.
Nov 3: Theque
Flyer courtesy of the promoter.
DJ Chewie and Jasmine Li are bringing in the classic modern (is that a thing?) disco and house.
Nov 3, 10pm, no cover, RSVP for admission. Electric Circus, see event listing.
Nov 3: Blawan
Flyer courtesy of Mao Livehouse.
Gritty, sinister post-dubstep techno artist Blawan is here, thanks to Ghost in the Machine and Say Yes. Tight.
Nov 3, 11pm, RMB120. Mao Livehouse, see event listing.
Nov 6: Melbourne Cup Seafood Luncheon
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
It's time to get your hats out, as Tuesday, November 6 sees Australia's most prestigious annual Thoroughbred horse race, the Melbourne Cup. In honor of the thunder of hooves on fresh turf, Hooked is hosting a Melbourne Cup Seafood Luncheon, with RMB588 securing you a three-course seafood meal with free-flow Prosecco, Aperol Spritz, wine, beer, gin and tonics and vodka mixers. The big race will be shown on the big screen, and wear a hat for entry into a sweepstake and your chance to win an RMB1,000 Hooked Voucher.
Nov 6, 11am-3pm, RMB588-2,999. Hooked, see event listing, buy tickets.
Nov 7: Oddisee
Photo courtesy of 247tickets.
DC native, rapper and producer Oddisee has caught the eye of Time, NPR and Stereogum. With heavy jazz and soul influences, he's consistently been putting out diverse albums with complex narratives and stomach settling beats. There's a reason he's performed alongside Kendrick Lamar and Herbie Hancock.
Nov 7, 8pm, RMB240 pre sale, RMB300 door. Mao Livehouse, see event listing, buy tickets.
Nov 8-11: Art021
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
Founded in 2013, ART021 Shanghai Contemporary Art Fair is a sanctioned project of the Shanghai International Arts Festival. ART021 brings together the top galleries, institutions, artists and their works from around the world, aiming at building a platform for galleries, institutions, collectors and sponsors. Focusing on local resources while adopting a global perspective, ART021 strives for excellence, professionalism and a high level of quality.
Nov 8-11, see listing for hours. Shanghai Exhibition Center, see event listing.
Nov 8-11: West Bund Art and Design Fair
Photo courtesy of West Bund Art and Design Fair.
Now in its fifth edition, West Bund Art & Design is taking place from November 8 to 11, 2018, in Hall A of the West Bund Art Center and the newly constructed adjacent Hall N. This year the total exhibition space exceeds 20,000 square meters with more than 110 leading international galleries from 43 cities across Asia, Europe, North America and South America presenting the highest caliber of contemporary art.
Nov 8-11, see listing for details. Longteng Avenue, see event listing.
Nov 8: Festivus with Lydmor, Prep and Blue Hawaii
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
The annual Spectacles of Sound Festivus is back again, and this time, they're taking over Yuyintang Park for a night with sets by PREP, Blue Hawaii and Lydmor.
Nov 8, 8pm, RMB 150 pre sale, RMB200 door. Yuyintang Park, see event listing.
Nov 9-11: Shanghai International Children's Book Fair
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
Gathering nearly 300 publishers, writers and illustrators from over 50 nationalities, the approaching China Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair is an epic event any bookworm should not miss. The fair will present more than 60,000 new books from 50 countries and regions for kids and adults alike to immerse in the world of reading. In addition, there are a range of activities including lectures, exhibitions and workshops to inspire your little one’s interest in literature.
Nov 9-11, 9am, RMB50-98. Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, see event listing, buy tickets.
Nov 10: Community Center Shanghai Gala
Flyer courtesy of the promoter.
Community Center Shanghai is hosting its 20th anniversary with a masquerade party. Set within the prestigious Grand Hyatt Hotel, this is a great opportunity to enjoy an evening of glamor and celebrate a community organization which has helped countless expats settle in Shanghai through the years.
Nov 10, 6pm, RMB900. Grand Hyatt Shanghai, see event listing.
Nov 10 and 17: ABBA Tribute Show
Flyer courtesy of The Pearl.
The Pearl is bringing back one of the world’s favorite bands – ABBA! This tribute concert will catalogue all of the Swedish sensation’s greatest hits (which is practically every song they ever wrote). Disco, dance and bell bottom jumpsuits, this is going to be one for the books.
Nov 10 and 17, 10pm, RMB180-220. The Pearl, see event listing, buy tickets.
Nov 10: Not a Single Break!
Flyer courtesy of the promoter.
My Chemical Romance meets the Foo Fighters and 30 Seconds to Mars with Not a Single Break! at Harley’s Underground. This free show should be a riot, so suit up kids.
Nov 10, 10pm. Harley's Underground, see event listing.
Nov 13: Rhye
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
From their ambiguous start, made even more ambiguous by the androgynous and illusive vocals of lead singer Mike Milosh, Rhye captivated listeners with their subdued R&B-influenced pop.
Nov 13, 9pm, 350 pre sale, RMB450 door. Modern Sky Lab, see event listing, buy tickets.
Nov 15: The Vaccines
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
Infectious London-based indie rock outfit the Vaccines formed in the late 2000s, and have been compared with Surfer Blood, The Strokes and elements of The Drums. Feelin down? Indulgent? Wanna dance it off? Well The Vaccines have got you covered.
Nov 15, 8pm, RMB380-880. Vas Livehouse, see event listing, buy tickets.
Nov 16: Ma Bang Band
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
Reggae and ska come together for a unique blend of world music from Southern China. Beautiful sounds and regional styles, this show will be a rare look at what goes on in the vast mountains of the Guangxi province.
Nov 16, 9pm, RMB80 pre sale. Yuyintang, see event listing.
Nov 16: Four Tet
Photo courtesy of 247tickets.
Putney native Kieran Hebden’s post-rock electronic project Four Tet is hitting Shanghai this month. He’s worked with the likes of Thom Yorke from Radiohead and remixed everyone from CVRCHES to Bloc Party and Bonobo. With influences ranging from jazz to folk music and hip-hop, he’s made a name for himself on both the dance circuit and the production scene.
Nov 16, 11pm, RMB220 pre sale, RMB300 door. Modern Sky Lab, see event listing, buy tickets.
Nov 18: Shanghai Marathon
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
The 2018 Shanghai International Marathon will be held on November 18. This year, SHM will strive to create a new model for marathons with two marathon events (the half-marathon in spring and full marathon in autumn) with one on each side of the Pujiang River. This year, they will stay committed to providing even more refined event services for runners with different needs and creating a better overall event experience. The event will start from the Bund Bull and end at the Shanghai Stadium through the newly-opened Huangpu Riverside Road. Before the race, the second half of the route is still undergoing further optimization as they gear up for the big race.
Nov 18, RMB 100-3,000. The Bund, see event listing.
Nov 24: Feeder
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
Feeder released their first album back in 1997 and went on to become one of the most successful bands their hometown of Newport, Wales had ever seen. With 10 studio albums, 12 compilations, four EPs and 40 singles, they’ve authored an extensive library over the years, despite their two-year hiatus.
Nov 24, 8pm, RMB380-880. Bandai Namco Shanghai Base, see event listing, buy tickets.
Nov 23: Jay-Jay Johanson
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
Jazzy vocals, trippy film-noir arrangements, this Swedish songwriter is hitting Mao Livehouse for a downbeat, trip-hop show unlike anything we’ve seen out of Scandinavia. He’s been perfecting his sound and his act since the ‘90s, so it’s bound to be a good one.
Nov 23, 8.30pm. RMB160 pre sale, RMB200 door. Mao Livehouse, see event listing, buy tickets.
Nov 30: Brawl on the Bund
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
We cannot believe how quickly it has gone, but Brawl on the Bund is now in its 10th year. Looking back over the past decade, they have been filled with excitement, glamor and world-class white-collar boxing. This year’s theme is Moulin Rouge and there are limited tables available for 500 guests. You can expect cabaret dancers, magicians, live singing performances and world-class audio-visual production.
Nov 30, 7p, RMB4,500-25,000. Hyatt on the Bund, see event listing, buy tickets.
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