As one of Shanghai’s first electronic producers, Dave K has been devoted to planting seeds for the scene to grow as the former music director at uDance Radio. Having already outgrown the space of his award-winning Jing’an vinyl club URVC, which is located in a residential complex, Disco Dave has done it again with the creation of a new club: Reel to Reel.
Occupying the basement of Fuxing SOHO, a cavernous and largely soulless mall nearby Xintiandi, Reel to Reel can freely blast their impressive sound system to the max all night without the fear of waking less party-oriented neighbors.
Split into two rooms (the ‘Hip Room’ is devoted to hip hop, R&B and trap, while the ‘Groove Room’ spins techno and house), Reel to Reel is already a haven for local crews from URVC, including staples Rocky Ross and Andrew Bull, also playing host to Shanghai favorites like Love Bang and ShanghaiPRIDE.
Inside, the club is an audiophile’s dream. A column made of cassettes and working reel-to-reel machines add to the colorful decoration. Even the VIP booths are worked in within the space, sitting in the corners of each room with easy access to the action.
Not that Reel to Reel is a club for high rollers. Draft beers are available from RMB45-60, cocktails range from RMB60-75 and shots are available from RMB30-45. Currently, admission is typically RMB50 with one free drink, though club organizers have promised more international bookings starting at the end of August that may command a higher entry price.
With its commitment to underground sounds and the local scene (recently the club started a Thursday showcase for dance crews and R&B singers), Reel to Reel is another strong addition to the city’s club scene - and an affordable way to boogie into the night in Xintiandi.
Price: drinks and shots from RMB30-80, admission typically RMB50 with one free drink.
Who’s going: hip hop fans, club kids, DJ crews
Good for: dancing, late night partying
See a listing for Reel to Reel here.
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