That's Shanghai takes a look at the best events of the week:
Dec 12: SAFIA
Photo courtesy of 247tickets.
This Aussie indie-electro band takes influence from a range the likes of James Blake to Major Lazer. Having taken the stage at this year's Congrete and Grass, they're back again for another round and a full on China tour.
Dec 12, 8.30pm, RMB160 pre sale, RMB200 door. Mao Livehouse, see event listing, buy tickets.
Dec 13: Unravel: Deck The Halls
Flyer courtesy of Unravel.
Storytelling platform Unravel is back for a holiday edition - this time two weeks early! Get in the mood to Deck The Halls with stories of family, seasonal cheer and mistletoe mishaps. Part live show, part PARTY, they’re taking the opportunity to celebrate another year with the whole Unravel community.
Dec 13, 7.30pm, RMB50 pre sale, RMB60 door includes one drink. Roxie, see event listing, buy tickets.
Dec 13: Lord of the Lost
Photo courtesy of 247tickets.
Dark, heavy gothic - like HIM meets Rammstein. If you've got some angry energy you've been looking to get out, this is your shot to do it to it.
Dec 13, 8pm, RMB300 pre sale, RMB380 door, ticket deals available. Mao Livehouse, see event listing, buy tickets.
Dec 13-16: Tap Dogs
Photo courtesy of the promoters.
Blending live music and tap dancing as you've never seen before, the stage show has been a hit ever since its debut 23 years ago. Created by award-winning dancer and choreographer Dein Perry, Tap Dogs has taken the world by storm with its display of strength and precision in tap dancing. What are you waiting for? The show will run for a limited time, so book your tickets for this tap dance phenomenon now.
Dec 13-16, 3.30pm and 7.30pm, RMB180-680. ET Space, see event listing, buy tickets.
Dec 14: Pankaj Udhas
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
This Gujarat-born maestro has crooned soulful numbers for countless Indian films for almost 40 years. The proud recipient of the famous Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian award, Udhas released his first solo album in 1980 and the rest, as this say, is musical history. Come catch him on his first ever China tour in a budget hotel out in Pudong - should be interesting to say the least. For more, check out our interview with him here.
Dec 14, 8pm, RMB200-800. Vienna International Hotel, see event listing.
Dec 14: Elephant Gym
Photo courtesy of Spotify.
Taiwanese trio Elephant Gym mix jazz, disco, alternative and indie to bring a laid back coastal city sound to life. The "Elephant" in their name is meant to symbolize the steadfast nature of bass in their songs, while the "Gym" refers to the ever-moving, acrobatic musical counterparts of guitar, vocals and percussion.
Dec 14, 8.30pm, RMB120 pre sale, RMB150 door. Mao Livehouse, see event listing.
Dec 14: Lunar Dance Party
Photo courtesy of 247tickets.
Alter's transforming the cut for a night of Italo disco, house acid and soul, but like, Japanese and artsy. As winter's decided it's time for a change of weather, this might be one of your last chances to enjoy that city skyline from up high.
Dec 14, 9pm, RMB50 pre sale, RMB80 door. THE CUT Rooftop, see event listing, buy tickets.
Dec 14: King Kong Opening Party
Flyer courtesy of MVP Events.
There's a new monkey on Donghu Lu and its name is King Kong. With hip hop on the roster, they'll be going strong all night, and if you email in advance getting your name on the VIP list, you'll have access to free booze all night. Or until they run out. Or change their minds. Monkey!
Dec 14, 10pm, no cover. KINGKONG Club, see event listing.
Dec 15: Soundscape
Flyer courtesy of the Popolo Group.
Ten bars and a whole of of music are flooding Wuding Lu this Saturday. The set list ranges from Yanran and Altieri to Tbird Love and her dizzying flute playing in a score that reps our fair city's music scene hard. Tickets get you six drinks, so a pretty stellar deal for the bustling bar street.
Dec 15, 5pm, RMB150. Bar Centrale pick up, see event listing.
Dec 15: Humbert Humbert
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
The Japanese folk-duo are about as cute as they come. Backed by strings a plenty, their voices complement each other in a soft-spoken and playful banter that leaves you feeling like they’ve known each other for years.
Dec 15, 8pm, RMB280. Bandai Namco Shanghai Base, see event listing.
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