That's Shanghai takes a look at the best parties of the week.
Aug 24: Wonky Kong feat. T.Williams
Photo courtesy of Elevator.
If you're into grime, soulful house or British funk, you're going to want to hit Elevator for T.WIlliams's China debut. The piano riffs, horns and progressive synths give his sound a Boiler Room vibe that'll easily carry you into the early morning hours.
Aug 24, 10pm, RMB100 door. Elevator, see event listing.
Aug 24: Barbarism Vol. 8
Flyer courtesy of Le Baron.
Le Baron is back with their monthly "night for civilized barbarians." They're all about hitting you where it hurts in the best possible way, livin' into your feels, and gettin' down to that new hip hop, deep cuts and familiar vocals in unfamiliar contexts.
Aug 24, 10pm, no cover. Le Baron, see event listing.
Aug 24: Taps N' Tracks
Flyer courtesy of promoter.
Head on over to Stone Brewing if you're just looking for some good brews and a bite with a super solid soundtrack. DJ T-Plus of Come Correct Crew keeps it real with OG hip hop and its evolutionary predecessors, so you can expect a set of well-curated classics.
Aug 24, 9pm, no cover. Stone Brewing Co., see event listing.
Aug 24: Snapline
Photo courtesy of 247tickets.
The fast-rising young band from Beijing headline at Modern Sky Lab this Friday. Since being formed in 2005, Snapline have gone from strength to strength with their unique take on the post-punk genre, drawing influence from the likes of Joy Division and The Cure.
Aug 24, 8.30pm, RMB130 presale, RMB150 door. Modern Sky Lab, see event listing, buy tickets.
Aug 24: Unchained Recording
Flyer courtesy of promoter.
Unchained has been hosting bass shows acros the country for the last two years, and now, they're celebrating the launch of their own recording sessions. They're bringing through international artists like Sinistarr, Subp Yao, Fractale and Kabuki for the occasion, and with more on the roster it's sure to run late.
Aug 24, 10pm, no Cover. Dada, see event listing.
Aug 25: Techno Train pres. Lina K
Flyer courtesy of promoter.
Eight hour set. That's right, Lina K is playing an eight hour set. She's been organizing Techno Train for the last four years, and now she's running that engine herself.
Aug 25, 11pm, 100 door, includes one drink. Celia, see event listing.
Aug 25: NÜSHÙ Presents Bambii
Flyer courtesy of Dada.
Bambii's also hitting Dada this weekend for a DJ set of her own. Coming through via NÜSHÙ, the sponsor started out as an inclusive space for femme, femme-identifying, queer, LGBTQI and non-binary identifying individuals to workshop their DJ skills. Any and all are welcome.
Aug 25, 10pm, no cover. Dada, see event listing.
Aug 25: Crayon
Photo courtesy of 247tickets.
Funky French bedroom DJ, Crayon, will be at Mao this weekend. His music is super chill and makes for a great work/writing/night biking soundtrack.
Aug 25, 9pm, RMB120 presale, RMB150 door. Mao Livehouse, see event listing, buy tickets.
Aug 25: Summer Splash Vol. 2
Photo courtesy of the promoter.
Party! Pool! Pirates! With beer pong, salsa dancing, a treasure hunt and whole mess of games, this is one of the most solid ways you could spend your Saturday. They'll have BBQ and Indian food on offer, with a host of quality cocktails for you to choose from should you feel so inclined. Plus, it's pirate themed, which is always a good thing.
Aug 25, 1-9pm, RMB188 presale (including two drinks and transportation). Shoushan Wealth Club, see event listing, buy tickets.
Aug 26: Come Correct Presents DYN-O-MITE
Flyer courtesy of the promoter.
The weekend technically isn't over until 9am on Monday, so why not hit Elevator for a night of funk, soul, disco and rare grooves? As if that wasn't enough of a reason to get out of the house, they're not charging a cover, so really, what more could you ask for?
Aug 26, 10pm, no cover. Elevator, see event listing.
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