That's Shanghai takes a look at the best parties of the week:
Nov 30: Steve Aoki
One of the world's most famous and famously over-the-top DJs returns to Shanghai for a set at Linx. The highest grossing EDM act in North America, Aoki is known for antics like throwing a cake at the crowd, and has collaborated with everyone from Afrojack to Linkin Park.
Nov 30, 10pm, RMB280. Linx, see event listing.
Nov 30: Yuka
Shanghai electronic music promoters Say Yes host this China tour for Russian producer Yuka. She deals in a groovy and minimal style of techno and is now based in Moscow after launching her career in the industrial Siberian city of Bratsk.
Nov 30, 10pm. Elevator, see event listing.
Nov 30: LeBRON
Famed for his well-crafted mixtapes and his interactive video performances, LeBron released his first album of synth-y, retro-future electronic music, Moonlight Love, earlier this year. Catch his Shanghai debut at Arkham. Cover price includes a shot.
Nov 30, 10pm, RMB60. Arkham, see event listing.
Nov 30: The Cut Rooftop Sagb
Steakhouse and prime rooftop spot The Cut updates their weekly Thursday night party to include free sparkling wine for ladies from 9-10.30pm and free hots dogs for guys during the same period.
Nov 30, 7pm. The Cut, see event listing.
Dec 1: Graves
Hawaiian-born Graves began his music career as a recording engineer, working with the likes of Kanye West, Jay-Z, Beyonce, Kid Cudi, Justin Bieber. After breaking out on his own as a producer, his vibrant take on electronic music and trap has earned widespread accolades. Catch his Shanghai debut at Arkham.
Dec 1, 10pm, RMB100 presale, RMB180 door. Arkham, see event listing.
Dec 1: Love Bang #45
Love Bang brings their fun bass music and surreal cartoon visuals back to Dada. Guest DJs this month include Xi’an’s DJ Gunknown, founder of respected underground label The Boring Room, and up-and-coming Shanghai producer Gouachi.
Dec 1, 9pm, no cover. Dada, see event listing.
Dec 2: Sky H1
Wooozy Offline collaborates with alternative Brussels club night He4rtbroken for what's sure to be an excellent night of performances by female producers. Headliner Sky H1 deals in introspective, melancholy tracks that blend elements of grime and ambient. Joining her are He4rtbroken residents Liyo and Steff, plus Shanghai’s own Hyph11e and Scintii.
Dec 2, 10pm, RMB80. ALL, see event listing.
Dec 2: The NSFW Show
As an essential member of the queer community and one of Shanghai’s leading drag king performers, Ennis F. W. says goodbye to Shanghai in style with this variety show at Daliah. Expect drag shows, burlesque, comedy and more from a talented roster of performers, including Ennis’s final hurrah before repatriating. (photo by Christine Liu)
Dec 2, 9.30pm, RMB100. Daliah, see event listing.
Dec 2: White Electropical
UNICO throws a White Party with Latin house and Afro beats from DJ S.KIV and live percussion from Thomas Dyani and Rony Garcia. “Aphrodisiac Margaritas” are buy-one-get-one from 9.30-10.30pm. Entry is free before midnight if you use the password COCO.
Dec 2, 9pm, RMB100 after midnight or without password. UNICO Shanghai, see event listing.
Dec: 2 Ignite Shanghai Opening Party with Far East Movement
Brand new bar and lounge Ignite Shanghai opens with a bang. Their full
weekend of opening parties culminates on Saturday night with a
performance from Far East Movement, the EDM rap group behind "Like a G6"
and other chart-topping tracks.
Dec 2, 9pm, RMB200, but free for ladies before midnight. Ignite Shanghai, see event listing.
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