May 6: Cozy Boys (A$AP Mob)
Veterans of world tours supporting crew figureheads A$AP Rocky and A$AP Ferg, the duo of A$AP J.Scott and A$AP Lou are breaking out on their own. Founded by A$AP Yams. the group has dropped an OVO affiliated mix and are making their China debut fresh off a Toyko block party performing with Skepta, YG, A-Trak and YetiOut’s Arthur Yeti.
May 6, 10pm-late, RMB100-150. Arkham.
May 6: Stones Throw 20th Anniversary
The iconic Californian underground hip hop label is celebrating its milestone birthday with an absolutely stacked tour. Label founder Peanut Butter Wolf will be joined by current underground rap kingpin Earl Sweatshirt, electro pioneer Egyptian Lover and rising producer Knxwledge (Kendrick Lamar, Joey Bada$$) for what promises to be a packed night at The Shelter. For more, check out our interview with Peanut Butter Wolf.
May 6, 10pm-late, RMB150. The Shelter.
May 6-8: Guozhou Shanghai International Beer Festival
The seventh edition of the Bevex organized celebration of beer consistently packs Wharf 1846. Join China’s best beer brands, internationally renowned microbrews and local craft beer in what’s always a lively weekend celebration. As ever, the city’s finest bands and DJs will provide entertainment and there will be plenty of food pop-ups to help you avoid making any party fouls.
May 6-8, 6pm-late (Fri) 2pm-late (Sat-Sun), RMB50 (with one bottle of beer). Wharf 1846, see event listing.
May 7: Mike Q
The ballroom/vogue-house legend is known for his spine snapping sets. He’s the latest headliner of The Shelter’s monthly Cloud party with Osheyack, Howell and friends supporting.
May 7, 10pm-late, RMB80. The Shelter.
May 7: Blasterjaxx
Once again MYST scores a big booking with the popular Dutch duo leading the country’s vibrant big room house scene. A fixture in the Top 20 of DJ Magazine’s hallowed Top 100 DJ list, Blasterjaxx were discovered by Laidback Luke, have remixed Tiësto, and now routinely rock mega-fests like Ultra.
May 7, 10.30pm-late, RMB150. MYST, tickets.
Best of the Rest
Cinco de Mayo
What originated in Mexico to mark the country’s unlikely victory over French forces in 1862 has become a global reason to party. Rock the ‘staches and indulge in some tomfoolery. For more, check out our Cinco de Mayo guide.
May 5, various locations.
Fabrizio Bosso 4tet feat. Michele Polga + Funk Off
Umbria Festival is one of Europe’s biggest jazz festivals and UNICO is celebrating it with this visit by the Italian standout.
May 5, 9pm-late, free entry. UNICO by Mauro Colagreco, see event listing.
Girls Night Out
Bar Rouge and MVP Shanghai always packs the house with their weekly ladies night. As usual, it’s free cocktails and the manicures for the girls until 11.30pm, followed by a crowdpleasing set of hits spun by DJ John Avolio. Dress code: elegant.
May 5, 10pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before 12.30am with password ‘MVP’). Bar Rouge, see event listing.
Retro Chic
Every Thursday, Mook gets vintage glamorous. Free-flow sparkling wine for the ladies from 10pm-1am.
May 5, 10pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). Mook, see event listing.
Ultra Music Festival Korea Countdown Party
This pre-party to next month’s mega EDM festival in Seoul features sets by Florian Picasso, Ale Mora and DJ Chill.
May 6, 9pm-late, RMB50 (with one drink). M2.
21 Grams
Simon Adams, Zuckermann and Deep Ronin spin nothing but deep house at URVC.
May 6, 10pm-late, free entry. URVC.
James Zabiela
The Southampton DJ first rose within the electronic world with his signature mix of breakbeat and house. Lately, he’s been indulging in his tech house side.
May 6, 10pm-late, RMB100. Linx, tickets.
Mansion 3D
The Mansion hosts this intriguing AV party featuring an interactive 3D mapping show by VJ Rainbow High. Soundtracking things are Pepe Mateos, Laobang, John Avolio, Jay Swiff, Peito and Tommy Hendriks.
May 6, 10pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). The Mansion, see event listing.
Minimalist
Fresh off their five-year anniversary celebrations, Will A and Donn’s house and techno night returns to take over DADA, with special guest Lean of meat&bone.
May 6, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA.
Sneak Peak
Elevator welcomes the Cliche affiliated DJ and producer, while China Social Club supports.
May 6, 10pm-late, RMB50. Elevator.
Explict Fridays
Hip Hop Hijack’s B-Kut and Kommi spin the hottest and newest hits at their always-packed weekly party at Monkey Champagne.
May 6, 10.30pm-late, RMB100 (RMB50 before midnight if RSVP with guestlist@hiphophijack.com). Monkey Champagne, see event listing.
Ummet Ozcan
The Turkish-Dutch EDM producer has been making music since he was 14 years old. His big break came in 2011 with the Beatport chart-topper ‘Reboot,’ which he has surpassed with his massive collaboration with R3hab and Nervo, ‘Revolution.’
May 6, 10.30pm-late, RMB100. Fusion, tickets.
Santo Chino
The Xiao Long Bao Don takes over Craft for a pair of parties, showing off his impressive record collection with a wildly eclectic (yet always funky) set that covers everything from Afrobeat to disco.
May 6-7, 10pm-late, free entry. Craft, see event listing.
Discosmic Adventure
This popular recurring DADA staple promises a cosmic journey inot Italo, disco and other forms of electrofunk.
May 7, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA, see event listing.
LQ Logo Launch Party at Roxie
One of China’s most active lesbian and queer women’s networks reveal their new logo with this lively hangout at Roxie. Dress to impress.
May 7, 9pm-late, RMBTBA. Roxie, see event listing.
Black Box
The Mansion celebrates all forms of techno with this party featuring two of the city’s finest producers - Provoda and Tesla.
May 7, 10pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). The Mansion, see event listing.
Pervert Party
MVP and M1NT team up for this infamous recurring party celebrating all of your dirty desires. Expect a night of secret and naughty performances. Mandatory dress code: full black or pervert outfit.
May 7, 10pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before 12.30am if RSVP to events@mvpshanghai.com). M1NT, see event listing.
Andrew Bull Disco Buffet
The uDance.cn boss indulges his love of disco, spinning nothing but crowd-pleasers and hidden gems every Monday at URVC.
May 9, 10pm-late, free entry. URVC.
El Tuesdays
This weekly salsa party features free flow mojitos from 8.30-9.30pm and RMB80 for two specials after. La Reunion and DJ S. Kiv perform.
May 10, 9.30pm, free entry. Unico by Mauro Colagreco, see event listing.
Model's Gone Wild
Every Tuesday, Mook hosts models willing to drink shots with you.
May 10, 9pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). Mook, see event listing.
Studio 24
Every Tuesday, M1NT pays tribute to the early heady days of disco.
May 10, 9pm-late, free entry. M1NT, see event listing.
Calle Roja
Bar Rouge’s weekly Latin night features the hottest in salsa, reggaeton and Electro-Latin. Enjoy homemade Sangria and take part in a Latin Dance Square. Dress code: elegant with Latino charm.
May 10, 9pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before midnight with password ‘Miss Rouge’). Bar Rouge, see event listing.
Come Correct
The Shelter's weekly hip hop night features some of the city's finest playing the hottest underground bangers.
May 11, 10pm-late, RMB40. The Shelter.
Don't Tell Daddy
STORM Festival favorite Smith Agent Smith takes over Mook every Wednesday.
May 11, 9pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). Mook, see event listing.
Lolitas
Lola’s weekly ladies night featuring some of the city’s finest female DJs Michelle Grant and Stacy Bond spinning the best house, with complementary drinks for the ladies until 1am.
May 11, 10pm-late, free entry. Lola, see event listing.
Models Night
M1NT and MVP team up every Wednesday for a glamorous Model’s Night. Dress code: Elegant
May 11, 10pm-late, RMB100 (free entry before 12.30am with password 'MVP'). M1NT.
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