That's Shanghai takes a look at the best parties of the week:
Feb 8: Wheels #12: CNY Special with Krijka
Daily Vinyl throws at CNY pre-party and mini market of their records. Expect a dance floor friendly mix of Italo, boogie, acid house and techno from headlining French producer Krijka, with Daily Vinyl co-founder Endy and Ollo-mam performing in support. Cover price includes a Daily Vinyl coupon.
Feb 8, 9pm, RMB30. Elevator, see event listing.
Feb 8: F45 & That’s Shanghai Sports Awards
Once
a year, we gather to recognize those who have truly made their mark on
the city's sports scene: from the home-run hitters and KO punchers to
those who lift up their mates when all seems lost. They're our friends,
our family and, occasionally, our blood-thirsty rivals. Donít miss the
awards party, where all the winners will be announced.
Feb 8, 7pm. The Camel Sports Bar and Kitchen, see event listing.
Feb 8-10: Three Days of Carnival
UNICO
Shanghai throws a weekend-long bash to celebrate a Shanghai version of
the iconic Carnival, with the party going down at the same time as
Brazilian Carnival takes place in Rio de Janeiro. Special deals each day
from 9.30-10.30pm include a free flow of fruit caipirinhas for ladies
on Thursday, gin & tonic free flow for all on Friday, and
buy-one-get-one "aphrodisiac margaritas" on Saturday.
Feb 8-10, 9.30pm. UNICO Shanghai, see event listing.
Feb 9: Pulp Fiction Party
Freelance Lovers hosts this Pulp Fiction-themed
party at newly opened Bund nightspot Club 3 1/3, transporting you to
the sordid underworld of early 90s Los Angeles. There will be a special
live performance by CG Sax and dressing on-theme is appreciated. Cover
price includes a drink.
Feb 9, 9pm, RMB100. Club 3 1/3, see event listing.
Feb 9: Popasuda
Shanghai’s longstanding global bass party Popasuda returns to Dada for an energetic night of dance music from around the world. Expect an epic 8-hour set from founder Skinny Brown, with dancehall, reggae, makkosa and lots more, including new music from producers in East Africa.
Feb 9, 10pm, no cover. Dada, see event listing.
Feb 9: Culoe De Song
Culoe De Song is a South African techno producer who got his start working with South African nightlife stalwart Black Coffee, then went on to attend Red Bull Music Academy. He released his debut LP Washa, an experimental and futuristic techno concept record about a fictional new world unified by dance music, in 2016. Catch his Shanghai show at WOOBAR. Cover price includes a drink.
Feb 9, 9pm, RMB150 presale, RMB180 door. WOOBAR, see event listing.
Feb 9: Jauz
Working out of San Francisco, bass house and chill trap producer Jauz has collaborated with Diplo and released singles on Mad Decent and Spinnin' Records. He's also apparently given himself the Chinese name "Jiaozi" in order to appeal to fans during this 11-city China tour. Catch his Shanghai show at Linx.
Feb 9, 10.30pm, RMB150-180. Linx, see event listing, buy tickets.
Feb 9: Bloody Mary
Originally from France and now based out of Berlin, Bloody Mary is a techno producer who’s been running her own label, Dame-Music, since 2010. She deals in a raw and analogue-focused strain of techno based on her early passion for new wave and acid music. Catch her show at Elevator as part of MIIIA’s Room 303 series.
Feb 9, 10pm, RMB50 presale, RMB80 door. Elevator, see event listing.
Feb 10: Spirit Tribe Ascension Warmup Party
Dada holds a pre-party for Spirit Tribe, an annual psytrance festival held in Yunnan Province in April. Expect heavy psychedelic vibes as GoaProductions’ Atoned Splendor and Sixears guide you through a night of psytrance on the dance floor along with Psychic Nova and Guyskool.
Feb 10, 10pm, no cover. Dada, see event listing.
Feb 10: Kettama
Elevator hosts Kettama, who found viral fame thanks to his hit track ‘3am’ and later his ‘Raw Cuts’ track which features Wu-Tang Clan samples. The Irish DJ is quickly becoming a major player in house music. Catch his debut at the Xinle Lu club with Finascia and Diamond Lil performing in support.
Feb 10, 10pm, RMB80. Elevator, see event listing.
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