Nov 2: Blossoms
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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 pay ode to these very sounds. With the release of their self-titled debut album, the synth-pop quintet found itself at the top of the UK Albums Chart. The lush record, full of euphoric tracks, is a sonic emblem of the greatest hits era, notably revolutionized by rock-goes-disco bands like The Killers and Arcade Fire. Catch their China debut at Omni Space this Friday and in the meantime, read our recent interview with the band.
Fri Nov 2, 9pm; RMB220 (presale), RMB280 (door); Omni Space, see event listing. Buy tickets here.
Nov 2: Fort Romeau
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This weekend, Organic is bringing over Michael Greene aka Fort Romeau, an electronic music producer and DJ from the UK. He has been busy since his 2012 debut Kingdoms, releasing EPs as well as having tracks featured on compilations such as Rush Hour, Cocoon, Correspondent and Mule Musiq. This year his track 'Pablo' was called the track of the summer by Pitchfork and was even featured on BBC Radio 1's legendary Essential Mix. Catch his set at Zhao Dai on Friday night.
Fri Nov 2, 10.30pm; Zhao Dai, see event listing.
Nov 2-4: 'Now You See Me' Magic Show
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The new Lionsgate magic show inspired by the popular heist movies will launch in China this weekend, featuring cutting-edge technology, surprise twists and some of the best performers in the world. Don't worry, they won't steal anything this time.
Fri Nov 2-Sat Nov 3, 7.30pm; RMB280-880; Workers' Gymnasium, see event listing. Buy tickets here.
Nov 3: Comedy for Charity
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This Saturday the Local is hosting a comedy night and donating the proceeds to Lifeline Shanghai, a non-profit English-speaking crisis helpline for those in need. Come for the good cause, stay for the laughs!
Sat Nov 3, 8pm; RMB80; The Local, see event listing.
Nov 6-18: Chicago
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Murder, greed, corruption... And all that jazz! Chicago, the award-winning musical following the story of 1920s starlet Roxie Heart is coming to Beijing and is going to bring all the razzle dazzle that we need to get through the pains of brutal weather. Whether you’re a fan of the movie or not, don’t miss out on all the odd greatness of this roaring production.
Tue Nov 6-Sun Nov 18, 7.30-9.30pm; RMB680-1080; Tianqiao Performing Arts Center, see event listing. Buy tickets here.
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