That's Shanghai takes a look at this week's best concerts:
June 14: Declan Galbraith
Declan
Galbraith shot to international fame at age 10 in 2002 thanks to the
emotional ballad ëTell Me Why.í Now 25, he is working on a new album and
recreating his image as an adult musician. Galbraith enjoys an
especially enthusiastic fan base in China, where his songs have been
used in school curriculumís to teach English.
June 14, 8pm, RMB380 presale, RMB480 door. MAO Livehouse, see event listing.
June 16: Pride Rocks
This
concert is a new addition to ShanghaiPRIDE this year and showcases
local bands of diverse backgrounds and musical styles. The roster
includes grunge band Vodka Slaves; Joelle Jay, a blues and country
vocalist who sings about life and love in China; and Mimi (pictured), an
experimental duo blending Celtic and traditional Chinese music with
electronic beats.
June 16, 9pm-late, RMB70 presale, RMB100 door. M64, see event listing.
June 17: Benjamin Francis Leftwich
Split
Works hosts this three-city tour for British singer-songwriter Benjamin
Francis Leftwich. Heís known for his lush acoustic songs and
thoughtful lyrics over the course of two acclaimed albums. The concert
also serves as a pre-show for Concrete & Grass Festival, and
attendees may catch some hints about the line-up.
June 17, RMB100 presale, RMB100 door. Yuyintang, see event listing.
June 17: Half a Blunt
Elevator
hosts Half a Blunt, an underground hip-hop crew from China and
Indonesia. They're influenced by 90s hip-hop and their tracks reflect
that sound. Expect performances by different members of the crew
throughout the night, like live sets from Jinsfake and Natural Doc and a
vinyl set from DJ Ores.
June 17, 10pm-late, RMB60 presale, RMB100 door. Elevator, see event listing.
June 17: Pia-no-Jac
Mao Livehouse hosts Japanese intrumental duo Pia-no-Jac, who create their jazzy hybrid sound using only a piano and a cajon, a box-shaped percussion instrument invented in Peru. Check out their show as part of the tour for their latest album, Cinema Popcorn.
June 17, 8.30pm-late, RMB160 presale, RMB180 door. Mao Livehouse, see event listing.
For more gigs, check out our Nightlife listings.
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