Weekend in Nightlife: Mr. C, DJ Starzy, DJ Mouss, and More!
The heating is finally on and the holiday season is slowly creeping up on us, which means that cuffing season (also known as coupling season) is in full swing. This seasonal phenomenom, which occurs in the fall and winter, creates a desire for a relationship in normally content singles. Cuffed or not, fight the urge to stay in and watch movies every weekend (I've already done plenty of that already, and it's only November). Especially this weekend, whereby Beijing boasts a plethora of events from world-renowned DJs to snowboarding and figure skating competitions i.e. great places to either scout for a new bae, or to take your lucky someone out on the town.
Friday, November 18
One with Mr. C (pictured above)
Mr. C, a legendary British DJ and producer as well as the frontman for the electro dance band The Shamen, makes his return to Beijing. Having bounced around the music scene since 1987, Mr. C is now known as a leading proponent in the founding of tech-house, a blend of techno and house music, which equals you dancing your arse off come Friday. Price TBC. 10pm. Dada.
SISU
SISU, the solo project of Dum Dum Girls drummer Sandra Vu, mixes traditional and electronic instruments to create a mixture of psychedelic Pop, electronic, and shoegaze. SISU has played with bands such as Cat Power and A Place to Bury Strangers all over the US and Europe, and now makes their Asia debut, including stops at four cities around China. RMB 160, RMB 130 (advance). 9pm. Modernsky Lab. *SISU is also playing at School on November 20.
Jungle Fever presents DJ Starzy
London-based DJ Starzy has over 5 million views on his Afro-beats video mixtape via Youtube and now comes to Beijing for the first time to woo the masses live. His versatility on the decks knows no bounds and anyone who heads to Mix this Friday is likely to be pleasantly surprised. RMB 70, RMB 50 (ladies). 10pm. Club Mix
Saturday, November 19
DJ Mouss and Eklips
DJ Mouss, paired with MC Eklips, are ending their tour throughout Asia at Space One this Saturday. Paris-based Mouss is known for his distinctive performance style and his scratching precision. Price TBD. 10pm. Space One
Future Orients
Beijing band Future Orients, formerly known as The Eat, launch their debut album Eat or Die with a headline show at School Bar. This four-man band, signed to Maybe Mars, excels in psychedelic disco perfect to put a groove in Saturday night. RMB 80, RMB 60 (advance). 9pm. School Bar
Dim Sum Disco
In honor of Dim Sum Disco turning 5, co-founder Tobias Patrick returnes to join DJ Boflex in a night of back-to-back madness. They will take you through a night of disco, house, funk, soul, afrobeat, italo, and more in a night sure to keep you warm and fuzzy. Price TBC. 10pm. Bar at Migas.
Air + Style Beijing
This might be a little left from Beijing's normal club scene, but head out to Air + Style to witness 24 of the world's top boarders compete and perform jaw-dropping and visually stunning tricks. RMB 99-699 3.30pm. Bird's Nest Stadium
Besides the above, there is the Maovember Closing Party at Paddy O'Sheas, Anoraak at DDC, Illuminous Saturdays at Soi Baochao, Elijah and Skilliam at Dada, and Four to the Floor at Migas. Phew!
And there you have it. Tis the season for turkeys, sweaters, Starbucks drinks, and most of all, cuffing. Just remember, whether you're taken or not, don't miss out on everything Beijing has to offer. Bae's can be temporary, but the memories you'll make seeing many of these DJs are forever. Plus, dancing is a great way to burn off all the calories that you are about to consume in the coming hibernation weeks. Have a good weekend Beijing!
Images courtesy of the organizers, authorityentertainment.org, noisey.vice.cn, tumblr.com
