Thanks to TV shows like The Rap of China and emerging local scenes in Guangzhou and Chengdu, hip-hop is having a cultural renaissance of sorts on the Mainland. Despite public criticisms and crackdowns, the scene is only getting stronger with local talent receiving international exposure. Now hip-hop heads in the burgeoning Shenzhen scene have a place to call their own: Hangover.
Nestled in the commercial center of Chegongmiao, Hangover is attracting a crowd united by something more than just getting crunk – a love of beats, breaks and all things hip hop. Oh, and getting crunk too.
On entrance, patrons are immediately met with a simple interior that favors geometric shapes and flashing red neon lights. Those who prefer larger venues may be disappointed, yet Hangover is still big enough to house a dance floor and plenty of tables. A well-serviced bar provides your standard cocktails (RMB108), mixed drinks (RMB68) and beers like Corona (RMB48).
Due to its location, Hangover can afford to go crazy with their sound system – expect lots of noise and lots of bass. As exhausting as that might sound, it’s not. Not when the music played is this fun. Enjoy a rotating selection of rap and trap, with dubstep sandwiched between.
What makes Hangover different from other Chinese clubs that get a bad, uh, rap for not accomodating dancers is that the majority of patrons are actually on their feet, bobbing to the beat. Instead of being a venue to play dice and take selfies, the club offers a real sense of party spirit.
And it all comes down to the fact that Hangover is servicing a growing subculture in China. It’s a place for a group of people that are united by fashion, by music and a new culture they feel represents them. And if that sentence speaks to you, we think you’ll be back the next night no matter how harsh the hangover.
Price: RMB50-200
Who’s going: Hip-hop heads, Hypebeast devotees
Good for: popping and locking, getting your freak on
Nearest metro: Chegongmiao Station (Exit A), 1 minute walk
See listing for Hangover Club.
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