By Andrew Chin
Dec 1: Neon Indian
There's no rest for Split Works who a week after their epic birthday celebrations are bringing the electro whiz back to Shanghai for a last minute show. While his early week had him pegged as a pioneer for chillwave, Neon Indian has managed to outlast many of his genre peers by expanding his infectious sound. A year after making his Shanghai debut with a full live band performance, Neon Indian will spinning an intimate DJ set at DADA.
Dec 1, 10pm-late, RMB60. DADA, 115 Xingfu Lu, by Fahuazhen Lu.
Dec 1: oOoOO
The witch house pioneer has emerged from three years of hiatus from touring to kick off the last month for The Shelter. Expect a haunting live set complete with impressive visuals. Faded Ghost and Serbey Gubka support.
Dec 1, 10pm-late, RMB60. The Shelter, 5 Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu.
Dec 2: DJ Pump
For over 20 years, DJ Pump has shared stages with giants like DJ Premier, A-Trak, Diplo, Snoop Dogg and Public Enemy thanks to his unique flavor of party rocking.
Dec 2, 9pm-late, free entry with RSVP. Le Baron, 7/F, 20 Donghu Lu, by Huaihai Lu.
Dec 2: Drumcell
Asian Vibes brings their China Debut party series to The Mansion and this edition features the Californian techno favorite. Known for his experimental mix of analog and digital, Drumcell has developed a raw and hypnotic style that has made him a techno favorite despite his tendency to disregard the genre’s limitations. Support form Shanghai favorites Provoda, Max Shen, Ryu and Yoshinaga, with visuals from VJ Keefer.
Dec 2, 10pm-late, RMB100 (with five drinks). The Mansion, B-18 Dynasty Villa, 851 Hongjing Lu, by Yan'an Xi Lu.
Dec 2-3: The Shelter 9th Anniversary
It’s the last month for The Shelter, and they’re kicking off the proceedings with one final weekend of birthday parties. While turntablist icon Shortkut (pictured) is headlining the Friday night party, the club is shining a spotlight on the local stalwarts that have made the subterranean club such an underground institution in the city for most of the month. Friday night features support from Kuroda Daisuke and V-Nutz. The next night is packed with sets from Blaise Deville, Hamacide, Downstate, Sakaka, Noda, Aivilox and Howell, as well as live performances from ChaCha and icenine. Other highlights to catch this month at the club is Tobias (Dec 8), Stamina MC (Dec 9), Ceephax Acid Crew (Dec 10), Kuranaka aka 1945 (Dec 16), Mobile Crew (Dec 17), Do Hits (Dec 23) and the final closing rager on December 31.
Dec 2-3, 10pm-late, RMB100 (Fri) RMB60 (Sat). The Shelter, 5 Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing Xi Lu.
Dec 3: Brawl on the Bund After-Party
Not only does Bar Rouge support Marco but it continues its long running relationship with Brawl on the Bund as the official after-party spot. The big fight night continues on the Bund where the white collar warriors and distinguished spectators will converge for a glamorous night that benefits charity. Dress code: elegant.
Dec 3, 9.30pm-late, RMB100. Bar Rouge, 7F, 18 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Nanjing Dong Lu.
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