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Your Big Music Guide To Shanghai Clubs

2017-05-18 ShanghaiWOWeng

We know you’ve been dreaming about it, so we did it: a comprehensive nightlife guide to help you plan your huge, amazing party nights. You need all sorts of elements for a great night out: fun people, good drinks etc, but in our opinion the most important aspect: THE MUSIC. Here’s our big list with a BIG emphasis on that part (including some exclusive resident DJ interviews).


THE BUND AREA


BAR ROUGE

 


What kind of music?  Bar Rouge has an exquisite selection of music to go along with its amazing view. From Sunday to Tuesday Dj Doggy starts from a Lounge/Chill atmosphere and slides into some more Funky tunes. Wednesdays are dedicated to the Latino community with Dj Tuto. On Thursdays, John Avolio takes over the Dj booth for the Girls Night Out. Keint comes the Weekend as Master of Ceremony. Guideline of the Original Bar Rouge spirit, his nights are based on a Groovy House feeling with a French touch for a genuine Parisian atmosphere till the sun comes up.

 


The resident DJ: Through Paris, Shanghai, French Riviera and Corsica, Keint set off on a pursuit to gain experience and immerse himself in multiple environments to hone his passion for music. Performing gigs in renowned high-end bars, chic clubs, and underground venues, his artistic career has developed in a sense to captivate the attention of any audience through sound selection. Resident Dj at the seductive Bar Rouge, he also signed the  sound identity of Ultraviolet, top company events and fashion show and has shared the stage with top international DJs like Cut Killer, David Guetta, and more.


Soundcloud account: keint13

 

M1NT



What kind of music ? M1NT is unique for so many reasons, it has a perfect mix of great view, great location, amazing drinks, and on and on. They’re definitely no slouch when it comes to the tunes, brining international DJ's weekly to keep their parties rocking all night.


The resident DJ: M1Nt Has several DJ’s but none of them can fully represent its identity


UNICO

 


What kind of music ? Latin Soul is at the core of this bund area staple. UNICO also dabbles in many forms of afro-American music blending jazz, funk, soul, breakbeat, nu-disco or deep house to offer of the most unique music selections in town. The result is an immersive and danceable journey into the heart of urban cultures, hand-picked by world-wide specialists in each genre. Over the years UNÏCO has received impressive A-List artists and musicians such as Quest Love, Nile Rodgers, Joe Bataan, Louie Vega, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Gilles Peterson, the producer of Jay-Z, DJ Young Guru to name just a few.



The resident DJ: Hailing from Paris, UNÏCO resident DJ & Music Manager Kevin Bertille, also known as DJ S.KIV, has been booming the very famous ELECTROPICAL night, every Saturday, for the last 4 years as well as many other great Events that helped to build the vibrant atmosphere of what UNÏCO is today.


DJ S.KIV is working on his personal art project - SOS (Sound of Shanghai) which is a music brand that connects sound, urban lifestyle, fashion and art, created in 2015.

 

XINTIANDI


M2 (Hong Kong Plaza)

 


What kind of music ? M2 is a huge mainstream club, listed on Top 100 clubs of world. It plays Future house/ Bigroom / Trap / Bass and generally anything else that gets people dancing all night. They like to try new sounds and more emotional music as well.

 


The resident DJ: DJ Chill


Resident DJ of M2 and icon of the venue, Chill has won praise and good reputation from famous clubs in China with 10 years of clubbing. His signature excellent mixing skills and accurate control over the atmosphere have been keeping parties jumpin for years.  Chill has participated and organized many international top tour performances in China and cooperated with many top-class DJs, maturing his understanding of electronic music constantly and building his own unique style.


Soundcloud account: djchillzeng

 

REELTOREEL

 


 

What kind of music ? REELTOREEL is a newly opened club in Fuxing Soho Xintiandi area. It has a big outside space with a snack bar. Inside there are two separate dancing rooms equipped with 2 different sound systems: ‘Groove’ and ‘hip.’ Groove room's music style is mainly Deep house, tech house and disco funky. ‘Hip’ belongs to hip hop, trap, Future house, Glitch Hop and Latin lovers. The whole place is a fun retro style with old recording machines and cassettes, which brings you back to the 60-70's. Open from 11pm till 6am, off on Monday. Wechat: REELTOREEL.



The resident DJ: 


Skinny Johnson in Groove Room:

SKINNY JOHNSON is a new local powerhouse in the DJ scene who began his career in 2013. When he plays, he mixes his over 10 years of piano experience with the electronic music, and presents a special classical feel. His music style is Deep House, Tech House, Techno and Minimal.


link: http://music.163.com/song/33162124?userid=9117359

Video:  https://v.qq.com/txp/iframe/player.html?vid=s01596ndulv&width=500&height=375&auto=0


DJ SHINE MAO in Hip Room:

He used to be a Bboy and wanted to make it his career. But life's never quite goes as planned. He got seriously injured - a foot was broken when dancing. After a 2 year recovery, he transformed to be a resident Dj in REELTOREEL. His style is Funk, old school, hip hop, break beat and trap. As a former dancer, he has a sharp sense and connection to his music, as well as to the movement of the crowd, and he makes the dance floor come alive.

Video:

https://v.qq.com/txp/iframe/player.html?vid=k0388y3vuvq&width=500&height=375&auto=0

XUHUI DISTRICT


LOLA/HOLLYWOOD

 


What kind of music ? Lola Club Shanghai (recently changed back to Hollywood), since 2010 has been an after party place where models blend with hyped club-goers until VERY late at night. Expect it to be most packed around/after 2 am. International and local DJ's, elite fresh bookings every week, and a fun smattering of Hip hop, funk, disco, and house music.

 


The resident DJ: Jobo

Shanghai local Jobo has been a Dj for over 12 years in the city. The first time he saw a DJ scratching he promised himself he’d one day be doing that. He has been part of Hollywood/Lola since 2011.


DADA

 


What kind of music ? Dada Shanghai & Beijing are spaces that play music others often don't : underground, innovative, eclectic, dare we say… hipster? They don't have resident DJs, as they prefer to mix it up often with different music each night of the week. Most headline guests are legitimate recording artists, not just "DJ's" but performers.


THE APARTMENT

 


What kind of music? At The Apartment, their music policy is to play good time music that people can not only dance to but also sing to. There’s an open format room where DJs will play the latest Top 40 dance tunes together with music from other decades that is remixed depending on the crowd that night. There’s also a dedicated hip hop room where you can expect to hear the classics as well as the chart toppers from this year. 

 


The resident DJ: Oliver F. Royo aka Deejay OJ

Pro DJ for 20 years and counting, Deejay OJ is the Resident DJ of The Apartment Shanghai. He has been rocking the venue for 4 straight years with his diverse style and selection of music. He presents his music as an emotional rollercoaster ride. Deejay OJ’s wide range of musical knowledge win him the ears and hearts of audiences both young and mature. No one knows what the future holds for OJ, but to rock those decks with his music is his passion and life! Tunes, pitch controls and faders are his best friends!


“I Take My Music Where My Music Takes Me!” – OJ

link: www.mixcloud.com/oj-royo/break-fluid-vol-1-nu-skool-breakz-mixed-by-deejay-oj/?from=singlemessage&isappinstalled=0


CELIA BY PULSE

 


What kind of music ? CELIA bar is a mainstay of Shanghai’s electronic music scene featuring independently promoted events. They play deep house, minimal techno, tech house, melodic techno, progressive house roots. It’s an after party venue so guests usually come around 3 am and the party rocks until around 10 am. CELIA is one of the top destinations in the city: one of the best sound systems, amazing DJs and high quality music. Go check it out and make sure you’re ready to stay up late.



The resident DJ: Jasmine Li

Due to her natural talent for music, skills, techniques and her signature style, Jasmine is widely regarded as one of Asia’s leading DJs and one of the main reasons behind the growth of electronic music in China. She has also been featured in magazines such as Esquire and GQ Asian editions. In 2015 she was co-owner of Downtown Club and at the present she is co-owner of Celia Club and resident DJ.


Soundcloud account:jasmine-li


ELEVATOR

 


What kind of music ? Elevator is dedicated to underground music; most often in the forms of house, techno or minimal, with occasional nights for hip hop, funk or bass music.  It has minimal lighting and decoration; the focus is on the powerful and clear sound and the decent-sized wooden dance floor.  

 


The resident DJ: MIIIA - Chinese-Canadian DJ/producer has been leading the Shanghai scene for nearly ten years, while touring around China and Asia, and recently to Amsterdam's ADE.  Her own monthly party Room 303 has hosted guests like Bambounou, Rebekah, Traumer and Etapp Kyle.  She is also a resident for Shanghai label Co:Motion.


"I play from house to techno, from 2017 fresh releases to 1997 timeless grooves.  I try to find music that has a special feeling of its own, because with electronic music for me it's about creating a journey in the dancefloor's imagination, one with an otherworldly ambiance, so they can get lost in their own world."


Soundcloud account: miiia_303

 

LE BARON

 


What kind of music ? Since its opening in 2014, Le Baron has put forth one of the most dynamic, exciting, and eclectic sounds in the city. Le Baron’s resident DJs are highly versatile, playing everything from hip-hop and R&B to rock ’n roll and electronic club cuts. Le Baron hosts monthly parties with some of the most talked about DJs and crews in China, including DJ Wordy, Tsunano, Cavia, Yeti Out, SHFT, and Mad Panda.

In addition to the stellar roster of regional talent passing through, the club has brought some of the biggest names in music to Shanghai over the past two years, including Cashmere Cat, Talib Kweli, DJ Yella of NWA, Kavinsky, Choice37, Brodinski, and many more.

 

The resident DJ: Victor Aime is the Entertainment Director of Le Baron and personally curates the musical style of the club, overseeing all aspects of DJ bookings and music programming. As a DJ himself, Victor has played for some of the biggest luxury brands in the world including Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Balmain, and many others.


Soundcloud: victoraime


HONGQIAO AREA


THE MANSION

 


What kind of music ? The Mansion opened in 2012 as a venue/hub for musicians, artists and other young "creatives." Most people know it for their weekend nights, when the basement and ground floor transform into a nightclub hosting local DJs playing mostly underground electronic music and funk. For the Mansion non-commercial clubbing idea and presentation of original music styles are tools to educate young people about culture, lifestyle, interests and behavior.

 


The resident DJ: Rainbow High

 

Some people just love to play, and Rainbow High is one of them. Besides her beautiful, melodious house, Minimal and techno music, the joy she has when playing is utterly infectious. After she founded and opened The Mansion Cultural Centre in December 2012 she started to develop interest in DJing and quickly gained her own clear style: feminine house with a lot of vocals, different melodies and Chinese influences.


Soundcloud:rainbowhigh


JING AN

 

MYST

 


What kind of music ? If you want to attend the biggest, craziest parties in Shanghai - there's no other place than MYST! With weekly bookings of Top 100 International DJs – hosting Hardwell, Major Lazer, Zedd, Alan Walker and more. MYST is rocking 365 days a year, with their two main rooms. Downstairs is the lounge with a more chilled, laidback kind of vibe, and upstairs is the iconic nightclub and dance floor where the massive party is at.  


MYST boasts a world class sound system and with the many DJ and themed events, you will be dancing to all genres of electronic music at MYST. Big Room and Trap are very popular, and you can also regularly enjoy Future House, Bass and Trance.

 


The resident DJ: DJ L

Doubling as a DJ and music producer, Leon Zhou from Shanghai is known as DJ L within the music industry. DJ L is extremely versatile and talented, and his preferred music styles include Progressive Trance, Progressive House, Techno and EDM. He has been invited to perform at many Top 100 clubs and large-scale music festivals throughout the world, and recently performed at Zouk Out and D.W.P Jakarta. He has become one of the most eye-catching DJs in China and is extremely determined to push his music to even higher levels, keep an eye on him in 2017!

 

URVC



What kind of music ? When you step into URVC, it's like you are in a living room with over 100k pieces of vinyls. Those are all the collection of the Owner. During the day it's the vinyl shop with relaxed lounge music, and during the night it turns into a club playing Deep House, Disco Funky and Hip Hop. It also has a little garden. Sometimes there's a BBQ hip hop party or second-hand vinyl market during the weekend. 

Wechat: URVC_Shanghai.



The resident DJ:

Dave K is an ''old'' DJ with 25 years experience. He's also the designer and the owner of URVC. His style is Tech House and Deep House. Music is his soul mate. Whatever he wants to express, you can find it in his music - the contact point to his soul.

 

ASL SHANGHAI

 


What kind of music? Located in the heart of Jing’An, ASL has established itself as Shanghai’s go-to venue for international superstars, foreign models, and local celebrities. Many consider ASL strictly a hip hop club, but listen carefully and you will hear a mix of house, trap, future bass, and old school music as well.  The ASL motto is to continue providing people with the soundtrack of their life.  So the real focus is not to play a certain genre, but to create new memories and experiences for people.

 


The resident DJ: SMTH

SMTH is a celebrated international DJ and Producer who has distinguished himself with his unique musical and personal style.  Widely known for his infectious energy behind the booth, SMTH is currently one of the most internationally traveled open format DJs, having held residencies in Shanghai, Tokyo, Taipei, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taichung, Kuala Lumpur, San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Soundcloud account: SMTHofficial


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