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…get in for free!) This is the biggest year yet for Clockenflap, with over 100 performers and three days of entertainment. Last year’s event drew 20,000 attendees, and this year is meant to surpass that record. Clockenflap 2013 The three-day festival is packed with names that would normally headline shows of their own. On the schedule are genres ranging from Rock, EDM, and Folk, to underground ethnic musicians, and indie bands of all stripes. For m…
…ticket prices range from $390 HKD for a single day, to $590 HKD for the two-day pass. There are discounted student tickets available as well, and kids under age 12 get in free with an adult. Regular admission on the days of the event (with no guaranteed availability,) will be an additional $100 HKD per ticket. Last year, ticket sales stopped one week before the event, so buy your tickets now – Clockenflap 2012 is not to be missed! Highly recommen…
…mended! Wall of Sound / XXX Anniversary Party Saturday, June 2nd, 2012 XXX Gallery B/F, 212 Wing Lok Street Sheung Wan, Hong Kong $100 cover charge, free for XXX members!…
…Friday, August 1st, 2014 XXX Gallery B/F, 353-363 Des Voeux Road West Sai Wan, (near Shek Tong Tsui,) Hong Kong Cover charge: $100 HKD, or free for XXX members…
…gallery_art.jpg,full,pp_image] MEGGS – “King For A Day” Friday, July 9th, 2010 Above Second Gallery G/F, 31 Eastern Street Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong The opening is Friday, July 9th starting from 6pm. The show runs until August 4th, 2010 MEGGS – “King For A Day” after-party Friday, July 9th, 2010, starting at 10pm. Roxie 24-30 Ice House Street Central, Hong Kong From 10pm – 12 midnight, (open bar,) strictly by invitation only. To get on the guest lis…
…rchez La Ghost Verbal Intercourse – Nas, Raekwon and Ghostface Rock Steady – Wu-Tang Clan 9 Milli Bros – Ghostface with Wu-Tang Clan The New Wu – Raekwon with Wu-Tang Clan Raekwon and Ghostface will be joined by Hong Kong’s party rap crew, 24HERBS on the 14th. Check our our earlier post for a quick background on Hong Kong’s Hip Hop scene. Club Cubic – a great venue for Hip Hop! In the past, Cubic has booked a number of major Hip Hop stars ranging…
…ecords Kitsuné Club Night Featuring BeatauCue Saturday, June 1st, 2013 Kee Club 6th Floor, 32 Wellington Street Central, Hong Kong Free for Kee Club members, or $200 HKD with temporary Kee Club registration here. OR purchase tickets at the door. From 11pm til late!…
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…Jazzy Jeff and M.C. Mad Skillz. https://soundcloud.com/thedoover/jazzy-jeff-061211 The event is presented by Adidas Originals and organized by FreshOffTheBoat. RSVP for free entry here. Recommended! The Do-Over presented by Adidas Originals Sunday, May 5th, 2013 From 12 noon til 10pm District-15 271-285 Des Voeux Road West (Note: this is further West in Sai Ying Pun, NOT in Sheung Wan) Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong 香港德輔é“西271-285號 å‡ç›Š3朅
…ic_club_macau.jpg,full,pp_image] With big-name international d.j.s, a diverse crowd, cool lighting, and a good-sized dance floor, Cubic offers a fun atmosphere and a good alternative to just another night in Hong Kong. CUBIC 2/F, AIA Tower Nos. 251A-301 Avendia Commerrcial De Macau Macau Cover charge varies depending on the the d.j. and time of the night etc. (The door fee also includes 2 standard drinks!) Free entry for Cubic members. For more in…
…design the pavilion. From what I’ve seen, it’s worth a visit just to explore the futuristic space. Have a must-see look at the rendering of the art container designed by Zaha Hadid below. The exhibition opens February 27th and runs until April 5th, 2008 The Chanel Mobile Art address is: 9 Edinburgh Place, Central, Hong Kong Island Exhibition hours: Monday through Saturday (except Thursday): 10:00am to 6:00pm Thursday: 10:00am to 10:00pm Sundays:…
…ns. You can use WordPress to do things way beyond the blogs of their closed-source competitors. Checking out the newest version of WordPress, and comparing it to when I started Hong Kong Hustle, it’s never been simpler to use or more powerful. Hong Kong Wordcamp Looking over the website for the event, (called WordCamp,) I saw a heading titled Coolest Blog Contest. Though I’m a little shy about promoting Hong Kong Hustle, I thought entering the con…
…l leave you with The Count and Sinden’s latest video for their song “Mega.” (It seems like a cross between Transformers, Tetris and the old-school game Simon!) Sinden October 16th, 2009 Volar Basement, 38-44 D’Aguillar Street (Lan Kwai Fong) Central, Hong Kong Free for members, $250 for non-members, includes one drink…
…, mingling, and posing for photos. Snacks such as ice cream sandwiches, and cookies bearing the likeness of Jayne’s dog, Kuma (in sunglasses no less!,) were also part of the fun. You can pick up a free copy of Pedderzine at any On Pedder store. The Secret Diary of Jayne Min On Pedder (inside JOYCE) 2/F, New World Tower 16-18 Queens Road Central Central, Hong Kong…
…zed possessions. The iconography includes punk band artwork and motorcycle company imagery, as do the t-shirts. Here the designer is providing the consumer with the context and culture from which the line was created. It’s an interesting concept and works on several levels. Not only is it for style, but it also adds value, and transcends simply selling a t-shirt. In a time when designer shirts are frequently knocked-off and forged, a pack like thi…
…Powers films,) and a performance by Coolio. The packed crowd, dressed in 60’s and 70’s outfits, seemed particularly fond of Mini-Me, who was charismatic, waving to his fans and shaking hands with revelers. [photopress:dragon_i_anniversary_birthday_8th_HK.jpg,full,pp_image] [photopress:Mini_Me_Dragon_i_8th_birthday_HK.jpg,full,pp_image] At the start of the night, Dragon-i owner Gilbert Yeung joined Mini-Me and Coolio in the traditional champagne a…
…rent sessions included yoga, capoeira, dance, as well as other aerobic exercises. The final session was an all-out party. The atmosphere in the room was relaxed, good-natured and friendly. People moved about freely, spontaneously taking part in dance circles, hanging out with friends, or observing a few of the masterful performances. These included a dance team from Korea, and several other professionals who displayed what could best be described…
…music of tomorrow. Also playing on Friday are the party’s founders Kid Fresh and D.J. Enso. Pimpin’ Ain’t Easy Cliq 2/F On Hing Building, 1 On Hing Terrace $200 cover charge includes one drink Doors open at 10:30. Free vodka shots until 11:30 (Ouch!)…
…ita Cumbia Selecta Supported by DJ’s Kid Fresh and Enso from Pimpin’ Ain’t Easy spinning Dancehall, Brasilian Funk and Bass music Thursday, February 26th, 2009 Yumla Lower Basement, 79 Wyndham Street Central, Hong Kong 10 pm until 2 am Free!…
…en McQ store opening on Wednesday night treated Causeway Bay shoppers to a free live performance. Hong Kong band, “The Yours“ played a short, but rocking set directly on the sidewalk of Paterson Street. The event took over the middle of the block as guests gathered outside the shop, eating snacks and indulging in special drinks. The neighborhood’s many shoppers stopped and watched as fashion folk socialized and took part in the festivities. The in…
…rth (Fluid) – Ree-yong Yuen (Ree-yong Pet Lifestyle) Privé G/F, 60 Wyndham Street Central, Hong Kong Wednesday, February 25, 2009 Time: 8pm to 10pm Free!…
…f Clockenflap, features a healthy mix of legendary, established, and up-and-coming talents spread across a diverse number of genres. With local groups taking the stage alongside international talents, Clockenflap is a time to both catch old favorites and discover new music. The DJ picks are nearly as strong as the bands, and you can often hear big names playing a special set that they won’t normally do at club gigs. Pro-tip: Usually the lesser kno…
…of monopolies and unfair business practices, so the idea that small, family-owned restaurants can compete and survive on their own is completely naive and absurd. Although it may be tough for some of you to realize, Hong Kong is rapidly losing its identity and becoming dominated by a handful of restaurant groups and soul-less chains. (For example, how boring is it that most dim sum places in Hong Kong now taste the same?) There is little incentive…
…network and a cool crowd at their disposal. The retailer hosted a special J-01 branded VIP room at the party. Combining guests from CLOT, D-mop, Occasions and Alive Not Dead made for a diverse and substantial turnout. The location of the event also contributed to the anticipation. The venue was an industrial building in Wong Chuk Hang, a sort of a barren area between residential neighborhoods on the South West side of the island. Attending a party…
…irst event we covered at Loading featuring live painting by artist Anna Fredriksson. Aerial 7 launch featuring: SangFan, 85UP2, and Rhyme Flow Army Sunday, September 6, 2009 6:30-8:30 pm Loading 1/F, 45 Granville Road (across the street from the Gi Mall) Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Free!…
…TR station (exit A.) Recommended! Vivienne Westwood: A Life In Fashion ArtisTree 3/F, Cornwall House TaiKoo Place Quarry Bay, Hong Kong Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday 10:00 am to 8:00 pm Friday – Sunday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Free! [photopress:Vivienne_Westwood_exhibitio.jpg,full,pp_image]…
…, and the turnout of Krush fans was large. Members of the club, Volar, got free entry, others had to pay $250 HKD (about $32 USD) to get in. Normally, the better clubs in Hong Kong don’t charge for entry, except on nights with special guest d.j.s. On regular nights, door policies vary, and some require some sort of “membership” to get in. Dragon-i and Volar are the top two clubs at bringing international d.j.s. If you’re a club regular however, ev…
…, the crowd was friendly and having fun throughout the night. Vans Classic – Hong Kong Indie bands Two of the groups chosen for the night, Chochukmo and Qiu Hong, are well known indie bands and already have big local followings. Choco, the all-girl band is a relatively new act. Chochukmo [photopress:Chochukmo_hong_kong_band_hk_vans_classic.jpg,full,pp_image] Qiu Hong [photopress:qiu_hong_band_hk_hong_kong_rock_music.jpg,full,pp_image] Choco [photo…
…t performances, the event should be unique! The invitation also boasts special guests, free food, and “lots of alcohol”. Kim Young Ill Friday, May 28th, 2010 Diesel Planet Store 20 Queens Road Central Central, Hong Kong 7 to 9pm, FREE!…
…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!…