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…ly be prohibited from selling. It’s genius! In an era where you’re able to communicate with a massive amount of people in real-time, having a mobile shop isn’t much of a detriment. Sending out a quick tweet on Twitter, or a status update on Facebook, could enable them to immediately alert potential customers of their location. Heartschallenger (unfortunately minus the pink ice-cream truck,) will be arriving in Hong Kong this Thursday in the form o…
…open, or whether it requires a fee, or special invitation to attend. I hope this section helps everyone find both the exposure and the community that they are searching for. Enjoy!…
…g. His Soundcloud page is filled with interesting work. https://soundcloud.com/machinedrum/machinedrum-do-it-4-u-ft-dwn https://soundcloud.com/machinedrum/machinedrum-angel-speak-ft-melo-x Fans of Cashmere Cat might also appreciate his beatmaking talent and versatility. Machinedream is about to release a new album titled Human Energy, and you can be sure that he will drop a few exclusives on Hong Kong’s crowd on Thursday night. Love the cool moonc…
…t a taste of in the video below. Both Major Lazer and Mos Def are highly recommended! Major Lazer Saturday, December 15th, 2012 Cubic Level 2, The Boulevard, City of Dreams (entrance near Hard Rock Hotel) Estrada do Istmo, Cotai, Macau Admission: $450 MOP/HKD Reservations: (853) 6638-4999 / rsvp@cubic-cod.com Mos Def aka Yasiin Bey Monday, December 24th, 2012 Cubic Level 2, The Boulevard, City of Dreams (entrance near Hard Rock Hotel) Estrada do I…
…an-style pizzas, or things like the “personal pizza”. To them, this is not real pizza. New Yorkers think of pizza either by the pie or by the slice. Typical pies come in either small or large sizes and are at least around 18″ inches round in diameter. Slices are derived from these pies. [photopress:Hong_Kong_pizza_pizzeria_HK.jpg,full,pp_image] There’s even a special way to eat it – by folding a slice in half and holding it in one hand. Want to ea…
…real cops playing cops! Diversification of Mainland films One thing that’s really struck me this year is the diversity of films coming out of Mainland China. Where you once only had films coming from urban centers such as Shanghai and Beijing, or perhaps tales told in remote regions, you now have stories coming from so-called second and third-tier cities. These areas are often large by population numbers, but not as massive as the mega-metropolise…
…ete list of everyone in town, but it does cover an assortment. Please feel free to leave links in the comments if you have other people to include. BFD The most interesting video to me is a documentary about BFD, a (now defunct) skateshop in Tsim Sha Tsui. For a time, this shop seems to have formed the nucleus of urban street culture in the city. Watching the video you can see it was a real multi-cultural lot of local kids who helped launch skateb…
…nd the event goes til 4 am. Before 12 am, complimentary entry for all (one free drink for the ladies). After 12 am, $150 for non-members (includes one free drink). [photopress:Tittsworth_Volar_Hong_Kong.jpg,full,pp_image] Here’s DJ Tittsworth‘s bio: From a performance aspect, Tittsworth has continuously dominated decks at a plate-a-minute’s pace. His diverse, high energy sets seamlessly blend club, rock, house, hip-hop, classics and more. He has g…
…theaters themselves didn’t make our top 5 list, the extensive facilities, combined with the community aspect, and friendly vibe, make this a very special place. The Kubrick bookstore has been redesigned many times over the years, and its newest incarnation contains a cafe with an exhibition space along the walls. Kubrick is fun to browse, and you will find an emphasis on local artists in addition to interesting international selections. They even…
…15 Queens Road Central, Hong Kong 11pm til late Advance: $350HKD with two free drinks At the door: $450HKD with two free drinks Late entry (after 2am): $250HKD with one free drink Halloween Hong Kong 2011 Starting from Friday night you can expect to see people parading around the city’s nightlife areas in costume. Bisous is having a special Halloween weekend, and if you’re not partied out, they are transforming the club into a haunted house on Mo…
…tower.jpg,full,pp_image] [photopress:bisous_hk_hong_kong_burlesque_club.jpg,full,pp_image] During the week they have numerous d.j.s along with live cabaret performances. Generally, on the busier nights, a cover charge of $100 HKD for guys gets you entry plus one drink. There is typically free entry for girls, along with free drinks on Thursday nights. The cozy decor makes Bisous a comfy Happy Hour spot as well, with specials from 6pm to 9pm during…
…yeballs) of the city’s most desirable demographic, the elusive and hard to obtain ‘influencers’. We count movie stars, singers, socialites, stylists, models, artists, fashion industry insiders, entrepreneurs, brand presidents, and even new media geeks among our readers. Hong Kong Hustle has been recognized as a valuable hub of information by top trend scouting agencies from around the world including firms based in Amsterdam, Sao Paulo, Tokyo, and…
…p tier fashion shows in Paris, New York, Milan and London. Into painting, drawing and film, you can read her thoughts and check out some of Daul’s work on her blog, I Like To Fork Myself. A total cult movie buff, we have a strange knack for loving the same weird movies. You can search YouTube to check out some of her own short-film creations. It’s great to see a friend’s career take off. She got to where she is today through hard work and navigati…
…“What do DJs look for in a pair of headphones?” is a Sponsored Post Other examples of sponsored posts include: – a brand announcing an upcoming sale or new store opening – a restaurant showcasing their menu and unique features – a club promoting a special party with a major international DJ – a personal electronics company introducing a new phone – a foreign fashion brand debuting a collection in Hong Kong – an app that wants to gain exposure to…
…no alcohol allowed at the screening, but soft drinks will be served. If you can’t make the screening, the film is also available for download online here. For a little taste, check out the trailer below! Recommended! Doin’ It In The Park – a film by Bobbito Garcia and Kevin Couliau 8pm sharp, Friday, July 12th, 2013 XXX Basement, 353-363 Des Voeux Road Sai Wan (Kennedy Town), Hong Kong FREE!…
…ere recently featured in a music blog from Sweden! The saying “it ain’t where you from, it’s where you at” has never been more accurate! D.j. Pat Drastik and d.j. Suivez both have new mixes out that can help you get a feel for the type of music they play. You can download both mixes free from the d.j.s MySpace pages here and here. Recommended! Pimpin’ Ain’t Easy Friday, February 6th Club Cliq 2/F On Hing Building, 1 On Hing Terrace (at the interse…
…Just when you thought Sh*t Sandwich was getting a little stale, the Racks crew is out with a brand new flavor. Boner’s etc. vs. Sh*t Sandwich takes place on Wednesday June 25th. It features Tuesday’s sometime d.j.s with the Sh*t Sandwich all-stars. Billed as a “night of romance” it may be a night to remember! Racks MDB June 25th, 10pm til late M88 7/F 2-8 Wellington Street Central, Hong Kong www.racksmdb.com…
…k it’s more fun in theory, than in practice. [kml_flashembed movie=”http://www.youtube.com/v/doAEXGAeXEA” width=”400″ height=”326″ wmode=”transparent” /] Ringside Bar 4843 P. Burgos Street (on the corner of Kalayaan Ave. in Makati’s redlight district) 917 899-7106 THE FILLING STATION After Ringside, we crossed the street and made our way towards our original destination, The Filling Station, about a block away. Walking up a flight of steps, you en…
…ight. [photopress:Nike_NSW_party_event_HK.jpg,full,pp_image] Nike NSW store address: 7 Pak Sha Road Causeway Bay, Hong Kong www.nikesportswear.com…
…and bands in contemporary music by checking out the live streaming show at www.diesel.com/xxx And what’s this about the limited edition Diesel anniversary jeans for $390 HKD? To celebrate their “Dirty Thirty” birthday, Diesel is rolling back the price on a special limited edition pair of jeans that will be on sale on Friday for one day only at Diesel stores around the world. [photopress:Diesel_Dirty_Thirty_XXX.jpg,full,pp_image] In Hong Kong, you’…
…rvey Nichols. The photography exhibition titled “The Archives Unlocked,” features work by Wing Shya from the past ten years. A special section of the show features portraits of indie bands and musicians from the www.alivenotdead.com community. There will also be a video room as well. The exact street address of the show is: Pacific House, 20 Queens Road, Central. Starting Friday, October 12th, the gallery is open every day from 11 am – 8 pm except…
…2 tickets each. 1. Log in to your Facebook account. 2. Go to H&M’s page at www.facebook.com/hm. 3. ‘LIKE’ the H&M page, then scroll down until you see the post about H&M Loves Music Hong Kong in Chinese and English and read the details. 4. Next, follow this link and fill out the form that asks you to pick your favorite artist performing on July 15th (Blood Orange or TOKiMONSTA.) 5. List the song you want them to play, (we like ‘Chamakay’ by Blood…
…e some remarkable work. Niubi Newbie Art Schoeni Main Gallery 21-31 Old Bailey Street (near the intersection with Caine Road) Soho, Central www.schoeni.com.hk Exhibition runs until October 13th…
…ddress (moving to St. Francis Yard near Star St. in Wanchai after July): 9 Dragon Road Tin Hau, Hong Kong 852 2549-9254 www.ka-pok.com…
…rut! O.k., so the band’s real name is Housse De Racket, but you could have easily been mistaken after catching their live show on Sunday night. Brought in to perform at the after party for the new A.P.C. store in Central, Housse De Racket put on a memorable, rocking performance. How many members are there in the band? With just two members – one on drums, and the other on a combination of guitar and keyboard, the duo paraded through a strong set o…
…l,pp_image] Who says comics don’t incite violence? The two Redbull girls got high on their own supply and started choking each other! [photopress:Redbull_girls_Pat_Lee_HK.jpg,full,pp_image] Will the real Pat Lee please stand up? (Comic artist Pat Lee on the right, Alive Not Dead co-founder Pat Lee on the left.) [photopress:Pat_Lee_plural_Alive_Not_De.jpg,full,pp_image]…
…Sham Shui Po is easily accessible by MTR. Take exit C2 of the Sham Shui Po MTR station and walk along Kweilin Street until it intersects with Yu Chau Street. Next, turn down Yu Chau Street, and look for number 261 – it’s nearly on the corner. Recommended! Tao Yuan Fashion Beads G/F, 261-263 Yu Chau Street Sham Shui Po, Kowloon p.s. Yu Chau street contains similar shops that can offer additional variety and price comparisons. Take an afternoon and…
…that guests were given to wear for the night!) It’s too early to tell how much the recent tumult will effect partying in Hong Kong. Slashed promotional budgets could potentially slow the lavish events that have become a regular part of the city’s nightlife. Perhaps this will lead to smaller, more exclusive events, a recipe that would only further stoke Hong Kong’s obsession with status! Stay tuned for an update!…
…ment of Hip Hop”. For more background, have a look at our post about his upcoming show. This is the first excerpt in a much longer interview. Stay tuned for part two! Like us on Facebook to receive an update! The graffiti legend will be opening a show titled “Post No Bills” at the Opera Gallery in Central on Tuesday, September 17th. SEEN – Post No Bills Opening 6:30 to 8:30 pm, Tuesday, September 17th, 2013 Opera Gallery 52 Wyndham Street Central,…
