10 Bangin' Nightlife Events
Another week in Shanghai, which means another week jam-packed with amazing live performances you won’t want to miss. Bundle up and get out there! Here’s our list of what you should keep an eye out for.
THURSDAY JANUARY 25th
Lina Knights @ Celia
Address: 298 Xingfu Lu
Price: No Cover
Thursday’s are for Lina K Nights. Joined weekly by guest DJs, friends, and the Mini Disco Ball Dance Floor Mafia. Dedicated especially to your ears, filled with techno to deep tech to whatever makes you dance. Everything beyond commercia. Everything beyond mainstream. Special guest Niika.
FRIDAY 26th
X Japan Tribute Party @ Hayley’s Underground
Address: B1/F, 265 Nandan Dong Lu
Price: No Cover
The most influential and successful Rock/Metal band in Japanese history. They released their first award winning documentary in 2016, WE ARE X. Harley's is screening the movie and playing all the hits.
Shade @ dada
Address: 115 Xingfu Lu
dART presents ... Shinedoe (Intacto/Amsterdam) Over the course of two decades, Shinedoe has carved a path into the world of house and techno that is entirely her own. Now, she is coming to China. Shinedo’s relentless passion for the finer elements of electronic dance music has seen her win over hearts and minds in every aspect she has turned her attention to -from her transformative DJ performances, authoritative productions and exquisitely curated label - Intacto. Like only a handful others in the scene, her name signifies a strength of purpose and commitment to quality that is rare in the world of dance music.
The Pains of Being Pure at Heart China Tour 2018 @ Bandai Namco Dream Hall
Address: 179 Yichang Lu, near Jiangning Lu
Price: RMB 180
Twee pop band The Pains of Being Pure at Heart return to Shanghai, touring their new album, “The Echo of Pleasure”. Standing on the foreground of America’s indie scene the band have been praised as one of the best indie-pop bands since the late 2000’s.
SHFT present Bailo @ Arkham
Address: Arkham, 168 Julu Lu
Price: RMB 120
Bass/trap producer Bailo is coming to Shanghai. If you know of Bailo, you’ve heard his remix of Calvin Harris’ “How Deep Is Your Love,” which essentially put him on the underground trap map. This, along with the rest of his music, was and is heavily supported by DJ Snake, Borgore, Brillz, UZ, HeroBust, 4B, and Kennedy Jones. This will be a night to remember.
Rhythmic steps @ Celia
Address: 298 Xingfu Lu
Price: RMB 100 includes 1 drink
“Don't forget that alcohol helps to remove the stress, the bra, the panties and many other problems.. Line up : Roberto Traista , Bluman . We are open till 10 am.” – We don’t know what this is but it sounds great.
SATURDAY 26th
Riddim 'n' Vibe @ C’s
Address: 685 Dingxi Lu
Price: No cover
Riddim 'n' Vibe at the legendary C’s bar. Resident DJs Rabbit and Resinate will supply drum and bass music from across the spectrum with the bad man lyricist MC Jado on the mic supplying the bars and crowd hype.
SHFT. &Le Baron pres. WhatSoNot
Address: 7F, 20 Donghu Lu, near Huaihai Lu
Price: No cover, but ‘face control’ policy at the door
For their second show of the year SHFT is teaming up with Le Baron to host WhatSoNot. OWSLA flag holder with major collabs with RL Grime. "To ensure you spot on the dance floor, arrive early and look fly."
Cice Michael NG @ Celia
Address: 298 Xingfu Lu
Price: RMB 100, includes one drink
The after part of the party to end all parties. Celia is open until 10am, let’s never not be partying ever again.
Chinatown Circus @ Bar Rouge
Address: Bund 18, 7/F, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu,
Cover: RMB 100 or email events@mvpshanghai.com for guest list
Bar Rouge and MVP Events hosts Chinatown Circus -- "Lanterns hanging above, darkened red lights flashing, temptation and mystery surrounding everything. Sip on cocktails infused with Chinese ingredients, and fade into the enchanting Chinatown." Dress Code: "Oriental Rouge."
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