July 27: Lee Hi
Live Nation’s Zai Live series of concerts kick off with the acclaimed singer that’s been described as “South Korea’s Adele.” Since finishing runner-up on the 2012 season of K-Pop Star Season 1, the now 19-year-old has won numerous awards, collaborated with stars like Epik High and is signed with K-pop monolith YG Entertainment.
July 27, 8pm, RMB380-680. Majestic Theatre, see event listing.
July 27: Talib Kweli
The Brooklyn rhymer is a certified underground legend thanks to classic albums like his Black Star collaboration with Mos Def. He saved Echo Park last year in Shanghai capably headlining after his occasional partner in rhymed missed his flight. Expect the heads to fill up Le Baron for this surprise late booking.
July 27, 10pm-late, free entry. Le Baron.
July 28: Birdy
Photo by Olivia Bee
The young singer-songwriter has been winning rave reviews around the globe thanks to her distinct take on modern pop. She’s scored number one albums from Australia to the UK. Her third album, Beautiful Lies, came out in January featuring hits ‘Keeping Your Head Up’ and ‘Wild Horses.’ Her Shanghai debut is part of Live Nation’s Zai Live series of shows at the recently reopened Majestic Theatre.
July 28, 8pm, RMB380-680. Majestic Theatre, see event listing.
July 29: Stereophonics
Live Nation’s Zai Live series of concerts concludes with the Welsh rockers lauded as one of the UK’s best live bands. In a brilliant 20-year career, Stereophonics has topped the UK charts five straight times. They’re still at the top of their game, releasing their ninth disc Keep the Village Alive last year to great reviews.
July 29, 8pm, RMB380-680. Majestic Theatre, see event listing.
July 30: Im Yoona
The K-pop superstar is a member of Girls Generation and has starred in numerous popular television dramas. She brings her Blossom tour to Shanghai for her first solo ‘fan meeting’ show.
July 30, 7.30pm, RMB480-1,180. Shanghai International Gymnastics Center, see event listing.
Best of the Rest
Acoustic Night
Every Thursday, Jing’an spot My Ruin Bar invites musicians for an acoustic open mic, with 20 percent off on craft drinks.
July 27, 9pm-late, free entry. My Ruin Bar, see event listing.
YYT Folk Night
Yuyintang turns the stage over to local troubadours for their recurring urban folk night.
July 27, 9-11.30pm, free entry. Yuyintang.
Redic
The artist known for transforming his home to a living gallery indulges his musical side, teaming with The Storm Riders for a set at The Parrot.
July 28, 8pm, free entry. The Parrot.
The New Youth
This showcase of four of China’s top university acts is touring the nation, bringing young rockers Flight Game, The Cabins and Prajna Coast to Yuyintang.
July 28, 9-11.30pm, RMB30-40. Yuyintang.
XiXi
The frontman of Guangdong rockers Football Hooligans show of his gentler side, bringing his 30-date national tour to O Stage i celebration of his new EP, A Grain of Sand.
July 28, 9pm, RMB50. On Stage.
Huang Jing
The London-schooled, Hong Kong based singer-songwriter takes over On Stage.
July 29, 8.30-10.30pm, RMB50-70. On Stage.
Shanghai Indie Night
Four of Shanghai’s finest bands teams (Dahlia Rosea, The Spodees, Nonplus of Color and Mirrors) take over Yuyintang as part of the two-night Shanghai Indie Night showcase.
July 29, 9-11.30pm, RMB40-50. Yuyintang.
Arcadi Volodos
The acclaimed Russian performs a recital comprised of his celebrations of classics from Schumann, Brahms and Schubert.
July 30, 7.30pm, RMB80-680. Shanghai Concert Hall, see event listing.
No Bra Night
MAO Livehouse throws another themed local showcase featuring hometown heroes Chaos Mind, n’EON and Summer.
July 30, 8.30-11.30pm, RMB65-80. MAO Livehouse.
World Chanting
Taoist chants meets an indie take on traditional instruments like the guqin.
July 30, 8.30-10.30pm, RMB100-120. On Stage.
Shanghai Indie Night
Yuyintang’s two night hometown showcase caps off with four of the city’s finest: Beat Generation 1980s, Five Pointed Star, 八点组, and La Cygne.
July 30, 9pm, RMB50. Yuyintang.
Thy Blood
Formed in 2002, the Shanghainese thrash metal vets return with a new lineup and a harder sound. They celebrate the start of their new era with support from other hometown stalwarts Hitobashira and Psyclopus.
July 30, 9pm, RMB60 (with one free drink). Inferno, see event listing.
Ensemble Les Amis
Glam’s series of Chamber Music concert continues with a programe that touches on legends like Bach and Ponce.
July 31, 4pm, RMB75 (with one free drink). Glam, see event listing.
Playful Warrior
The excellent local metal label has organized this showcase featuring La Cygne, Little Apple, Filter and Plastic Chocolate.
July 31, 8pm, RMB60-80. MAO Livehouse.
Zhao Peng
The folk-pop troubadour has been causing a stir due to his deep baritone vocals.
July 31, 8-10.30pm, RMB100-120. On Stage.
Scamper
The Macau rockers has opened for Linkin Park and are touring the Mainland to support their new EP, Jump.
July 31, 9-11.30pm, RMB50-70. Yuyintang.
Cordon
The young Chengdu group have a “conservative rock” sound inspired by 90s influeces like Nirvana and Rage Against the Machine.
Aug 2, 9-11.30pm, RMB50-60. Yuyintang.
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