Beijing Weekly Party Planner: Mar 9-15
By Justine Lopez
Mar 10: Street Kids 7th Anniversary with Goth-Trad
Fans of gothic rock and traditionalism shouldn’t get their hopes up – Goth-Trad does neither. In fact, the DJ and producer (born Takeaki Maruyama) is best known as a figurehead of Japanese dubstep, especially since he made significant waves across the West with his hugely successful 2012 track ‘Babylon Fall’. Over the course of five albums, Goth-Trad has managed to evolve and stay relevant, all while staying true to the dark, lurking sound that made his name. This is also a seventh anniversary party for the Street Kids crew, so grab some champers to go with that bass wobble.
Fri Mar 10; Tickets TBD; Dada, Rm 101, Bldg B, 206 Gulou Dong Dajie 鼓楼东大街206号 B楼 101室 (183-1108-0818)
Mar 10: Loquace
Loquace is an emotional dude. And by that we mean that his electronic music is all about emotion. The French DJ and producer is the mastermind behind Earlydub Records and has played parties and clubs around the world. He's landing at Modernsky Lab on Friday night. DJs X.L.F. and Kaize will be there too.
Fri Mar 10, 1pm-late; Free entry. Modernsky Lab, 5-108, Floor B1, Building D, Galaxy SOHO, Dongcheng District 东城区朝阳门银河SOHO D座B1层5-108 (010-57733620)
Mar 11: Toxic Entertainment x Migas presents Urulu
Combining his Californian roots with the sounds of his adopted home of Berlin, Taylor ‘Urulu’ Freels has won fans both sides of the pond and beyond. He'll be performing at Migas on Saturday night. If you're interested in learning more, check back tomorrow for our interview with Urulu.
Sat Mar 11, from 10pm; Price TBD; The Bar at Migas, 6F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu, by Gongrentiyuchang Bei Lu 朝阳区 三里屯路81号那里花园6层 (5208 6061)
Mar 11: Franz Scala
Franz Scala (aka Franz Underwear) is an Italian DJ and producer based in Berlin. He's also the head of Slow Motion, an Italian, Berlin-based dance label. His music features elements of Italian dance, cosmic, psychedelic and dirty disco house. This is going to be a fun one. Support comes from Ozone and Altieri.
Sat Mar 11, Time and price TBD. Dada, Rm 101, Bldg B, 206 Gulou Dong Dajie 鼓楼东大街206号 B楼 101室 (183-1108-0818)
Mar 11: Hatchery's First Birthday Party
In the past year, Hatchery has open, closed, relocated and opened again. And they're celebrating their 1-year anniversary with a killer party on Saturday. There will be free-flow drinks and canapés, and Ted Dancin’ will provide the beats. Tickets are limited so get them while you can.
Sat Mar 11, 7-11.30pm; RMB200 (early bird) / RMB275 (door). Hatchery, 88 Dongsi Jiutiao, Dongcheng 东城区东城区东四九条88号 (6594-0188, 8950-8065)
Mar 12: Goose Island's #312Day Party
Goose Island is going to be invading Ramo this Sunday. And as always, they'll be throwing an epic party. There will be loads of Goose Island kegs -- 312 Urban Wheat Ale in celebration of 312 Day. Ramo and Mimi e Coco will be hosting festivities starting at noon and going throughout the day. You can expect tons of drink deals, great music by DJs Yauma and Cad73, Chicago-style hotdogs and giveaways courtesy of Goose Island.
Sun Mar 12, 12pm. Ramo, 64 Fangjia Hutong, Dongcheng 北京市东城区方家胡同64号 (8403-5004)
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