That's Shanghai takes a look at the best events in town this week.
Jul 30: Anne-Marie China Tour in Shanghai
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One of pop’s biggest breakout stars of 2018, British singer and songwriter Anne-Marie is coming to Shanghai after the global success of her debut album, Speak Your Mind. Anne-Marie’s music style combines a powerful singing voice with a charismatic, exuberant personality, and her confident, catchy anthems have won the hearts of many. Fans in China will be sure to enjoy a night of non-stop dancing.
Jul 30, 8pm; RMB280. VasLive. See event listing. Tickets.
Jul 31: New Noise pres. American Football
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New Noise presents reunited emo rock band, American Football, who will be making their long-awaited China debut. Local Wuhan band Chinese Football will be opening the evening.
Jul 31, 9pm; RMB220 presale. Mao Livehouse. See event listing. Tickets.
Aug 1: US Democratic Primaries Debate Watch Party - Morning
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Political nerds, head down to Camel Sports Bar & Kitchen this Thursday to watch democratic candidates such as Joe Biden, Andrew Yang and Kirsten Gillibrand, among others, slug it out for a place in US voters’ hearts.
Aug 1, 8am; free entry. Camel Sports Bar and Kitchen. See event listing.
Aug 2: N.A.A.F.I/Thuvdr/Out of Fashion Boys pres. Fausto & Bahia
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The lovely folks behind Beijing-based promoters Thuvdr and Out of Fashion Boys are bringing excellent experimental Mexican label N.A.A.F.I. to China this week. They'll hit All Club on Friday night, and they'll also set up a pop-up store in collaboration with FunctionLab and Turmoil Thee on Friday and Saturday (more details on that to follow).
Aug 2, 10pm; RMB80 presale, RMB100 door. ALL Club. See event listing.
Aug 2: DJ Husman
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The Dutch DJ has over 70 million streams online and has collaborated on official remixes for stars like Rita Ora, Axwell, Avicii and many more. Husman's collaboration 'All The Kids' with Sam Feldt is now out on Spinnin', if you want to check it out. Don't miss Husman this weekend as he takes the stage at Linx Club.
Aug 2; RMB100 (includes one free drink). Linx Club. See event listing. Tickets.
Aug 2: Gregor Salto
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Bar Rouge is bringing Ibiza regular, DJ Gregor Salto, for an exclusive residency. He takes the decks at Bar Rouge to spin some world-class house music with a tropical twist. Expect the freshest vibes to keep it lit all during the sunny season, from Latin house to cheerful explorations of pop, soul, African and world beat.
Aug 2, 9pm; RMB100 presale. Bar Rouge. See event listing. Tickets.
Aug 3: Author Talk: Long Peace Street – A Walk in Modern China
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Author Jonathan Chatwin will join the Pottery Workshop Shanghai to talk about his new book, Long Peace Street – A Walk in Modern China, that takes us on a walk down Beijing's Chang'an Avenue. The street in question cuts a long, arrow-straight line through the center of China's historic capital, dividing the Forbidden City, home to generations of Chinese emperors, from Tiananmen Square.
Aug 3, 4pm; free entry. The Pottery Workshop Shanghai. See event listing. Contact literaryshanghai@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
Aug 3: Colin Phils
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Former Shenzhen stalwarts Colin Phils return from their new home in Richmond, Virgina for a monstrous tour around the country. With some cracking releases that straddle the thin line between math rock and post rock, you don't want to miss this foursome when they come to town this weekend.
Aug 3, 8.30pm; RMB80 presale, RMB100 door. Yuyintang. See event listing. Tickets.
Aug 3-4: Breaking Grounds by Common Rare
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With the belief that 'small things matter,' Common Rare has focused on creatively showcasing the small things that are easily neglected. More than 70 underground brands, designers and artists will be out for a gathering this weekend at Breaking Grounds, the perfect meeting point for all of you independent thinkers.
Aug 3-4, noon-8pm (Sat), noon-6.30pm (Sun); RMB55-149. Modern Art Museum. See event listing. Tickets.
Aug 3-11: Magic Drama: One Starry Night - Out of the Blue (Mandarin)
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Grand Boat Culture presents a unique combination of art and education with a multimedia experience. Enjoy this magical galleria complete with replicas of 28 pieces by nine masters from Van Gogh to Wan Xi Meng set to piano accompaniment featuring compositions by Mozart, Chopin and more.
Aug 3-11, 10.30am; RMB180-480. Shanghai Grand Theater. See event listing. Tickets.
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