Nov 11-12: Taylor Swift
Last summer, T-Swizzle made her Shanghai debut on one of the last dates of her Red tour. So much has changed since her last visit. She's pretty much the biggest artist in the world right now, thanks to her much acclaimed and top-selling "pop" debut, 1989. For more, check out our look back at Taylor Swift's excellent year.
> Nov 11-12, 8pm (7.30pm on Thurs), RMB480-2,280. Mercedes-Benz Arena, tickets.
Nov 14: Nakoma
The Beijing-based trio has made a major mark on the music scene with their furious self-titled debut. They'll be bringing their noisy instrumentals across the nation, stopping off at On Stage in Shanghai. Listen to Nakoma on Bandcamp.
> Nov 14, 8.30-10.30pm, RMB50-60. On Stage, see event listing. Tickets.
Nov 14: The Katy Perry Experience
While Groove Entertainment’s Tassel and Tease show has been delayed until January due to injury, The Pearl has capably rebounded with a tribute concert to the colorful singer. Kristina Loack, aka Groovy Unicorn, will play all of the Katy classics from ‘I Kissed a Girl’ to ‘Roar.’
> Nov 14, 8-11.30pm, RMB150-200. The Pearl, see event listing.
Nov 14: Bang Gang
The Icelandic trip-hop favorites bring their five-city China tour to MAO Livehouse, in support of their latest disc, The Wolves Are Whispering. Listen to Bang Gang on Soundcloud and Xiami.
> Nov 14, 8-10pm, RMB240-300. MAO Livehouse, see event listing.
Nov 14-15: Joja Wendt
The Louis Armstrong Award-winning pianist has played with icons like Chuck Berry and Fats Domino. He’s bringing his always rousing shows to the Shanghai Children’s Art Theatre.
> Nov 14-15, 7.30pm, RMB80-480. Shanghai Children’s Art Theatre, see event listing.
Best of the Rest
Anne Evenou
The enchanting singer returns to Heyday due to rousing popular demand for an elegant night of French jazz.
> Nov 11, 9.30pm-late, free entry. Heyday, see event listing.
Mamahuhu
MAO Livehouse rings in Singles Days with the charming folk-pop duo Mama Huhu, who enjoy a massive online fanbase.
> Nov 11, 8.30-11.30pm, RMB100-120. MAO Livehouse, see event listing.
Hazel Gould
The UK singer is a Heyday favorite thanks to her mix of old school blues and soul.
> Nov 12, 9.30pm-late, free entry. Heyday, see event listing.
Multi-Ego
The nu-metal rockers are touring the country as part of their Me on the Road tour.
> Nov 12, 9pm, RMB70. Yuyintang, see event listing.
Around the World in 80 Days
The Russian trio have shared the stage with post-rock faves like God is an Astronaut and Maybeshewill. They’ll be stopping off at Inferno to support their latest disc, Genesis.
> Nov 13, 9-11pm RMBTBA. Inferno, see event listing.
Jinlai Bai Xiangxiang 26
Beat Generation 1980s leads the latest local showcase that also includes Gime, Peace & Wave and Dreamers.
> Nov 13, 9pm-late, RMB60. MAO Livehouse.
Jonas Seetoh
The Guangzhou born singer has become a major figure in Shanghai’s jazz scene with his soulful take on jazz.
> Nov 13, 9.30pm-late, free entry. Heyday, see event listing.
JZ All Star Big Band Conducted by Alec Haavik with Coco Zhao and Mats Holmquist Reunion
China’s premier large jazz ensemble takes over JZ Club. Alec Haavik directs, Coco Zhao sings and Mats Holmquist returns as guest conductor.
> Nov 13, 11pm-late, RMB80. JZ Club, see event listing.
Relativity
The rockers bring their Start Again national tour to Yuyintang with support from Pink Berry and One More Shot.
> Nov 13, 9pm, RMB60. Yuyintang, see event listing.
Frank Bray
The Sinatra of the Pearl returns to Heyday for an intimate show of sublime rollicking jazz.
> Nov 14, 9.30pm-late, free entry. Heyday, see event listing.
Sounds from Spain
Expect a mix of Spanish classical and flamenco from pianist Manolo Carrasco and guitarist Jose Luis Encinas.
> Nov 14, 7.30-9pm, RMB80-600. Shanghai Oriental Arts Centre.
Wazi Miaozan
The local music collective celebrates its fourth anniversary with sets from Runaway Snail, Mama Huhu, Horizon, Friends of Others and Xia Tongzi.
> Nov 14, 8.30pm-late, RMB60. Yuyintang.
Euseng Seto (Flica)
The electro-acoustic musician brings the freshest sounds out of Malaysia's budding music scene to MAO Livehouse.
> Nov 15, 8.30-10.30pm, RMB80-100. MAO Livehouse, see event listing.
Heidi
The American-German singer is a Heyday stay where she routinely thrills with a sound inspired by classic jazz and Golden Age bossanova.
> Nov 15, 9.30pm-late, free entry. Heyday, see event listing.
Satoshi Kataoka Quintet ft. Nathaniel Gao
The New York based guitarist leads his quintet through a world tour to celebrate his debut album, Fall Into the Place. For this show, China’s famed saxophonist Nathaniel Gao will sit in.
> Nov 15, 9.30pm-late, RMB50. JZ Club, see event listing.
Alpha & Omega
The Toyko post-rock trio are revered for their unpredictable sound.
> Nov 17, 8.30-10.30pm, RMB60-80. On Stage, see event listing.
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