The best of the weekend
It's looking like a rainy Saturday but a sunny Sunday for Shanghai this weekend. Whatever the weather, the city is serving up some seriously good things to do. Check these out...
Caspian
Caspian
Fri Mar 8, MAO Livehouse, 140RMB (120RMB presale)
American instrumental rock outfit Caspian return to Shanghai in support of their acclaimed album Dust and Disquiet. After 12 years in the post-rock game, the band are widely seen as being at the forefront of the genre. We've got a full interview with the band that you can find on our website. 21 Grams provide support.
Ladyfest Shanghai
Ladyfest Shanghai: Evolution
Fri Mar 4 - Sat Mar 5
After two successful years in Shanghai, the annual Ladyfest event returns this weekend, bringing a 2-day event filled with new and engaging workshops, performances, and installations. This year’s theme is 'Evolution', with events focused on what evolution means to women. The event starts with an opening party at 8pm on Friday at Yuyintang. The main Ladyfest takes places on Saturday from midday at Basement6, followed by an after party from 10pm round the corner at DADA.
Kode9 at The Shelter
Kode9
Fri Mar 4, The Shelter, 60RMB
The founder of Hyperdub Records continues his love affair with Shanghai, returning once again to The Shelter courtesy of Sub-Culture for what will doubtless be a typically eclectic, exciting mix fresh off the release of his new album Nothing. Kode9 is the father figure of sub-genre sinogrime - you can read more about it on our music page. Harbin's Sayer and Shanghai's Aivilox, Howell and Kilo-Vee provide support.
Strictly Cookies' Bunwich
The UMi Bunwich at Strictly Cookies
From Friday 4 March - Sunday 27 March
Strictly Cookies has launched a fun new series called 'Strictly Cookies and one sandwich' where they're collaborating with some of Shanghai's finest to create drool-worthy sandwiches. This month, head down to the Xiangyang Bei Lu cookie window and sink your teeth into The UMi Bunwich, from Rénel Sun and Phoebe Tran (formerly known as Burger Babes). This wild creation is made by encasing caramel pulled pork, pickled daikon and carrots, toasty peanuts, crispy shallots, and a dash of lime in a chip-encrusted brioche bun. It's available Thu-Sun only (until sold out) starting from 5pm tonight (4 March) until 27 March. Priced at 45RMB/bunwich, or 60RMB with a cookie and drink, it's a bargain.
Strictly cookies is at 93 Xiangyang Bei Lu, near Changle Lu, Xuhui district.
Noise Revival Orchestra
Noise Revival Orchestra
Sat Mar 5, Yuyintang, 60RMB
US indie-orchestral pop outfit (who you might remember played with Rainbow Danger Club a few years ago) return to Shanghai as part of a China tour, with support from Parachutes on Fire (featuring former members of The Horde and Friend or Foe) and PLA soldier-turned-folk singer-songwriter Liu Jian. And if you can't make Saturday, it's worth bearing in mind that NRO are also at Inferno on Sunday.
Sonny Digital
Sonny Digital
Sat Mar 5, Arkham, 160RMB
'We could not let the streets down!' say promoters SHFT who have drafted in rapper and producer Sonny Digital following AraabMuzik's late cancellation. Sonny Digital has worked with the likes of Kanye, Future, Rick Ross and more. Cavia and Conrank support.