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…win sister Jill is also going to get to perform with her. The two of them have been working together for years, and it’s great to see them take it to the next level. In Hong Kong a large share of revenue from being an entertainer comes from product endorsements. The fact that Janice is now featured simultaneously in two major campaigns – one for McDonald’s and another for a haircare brand indicates that she is a rising star….
…ne hundred kilograms. The entrants are judged according to three criteria: distance of flight, creativity, and pre-launch performance. Yes, before they fly, there’s actually a song and dance number to perform! Flugtag truly has something for everyone! To get the full details and download an application to enter, visit the Flugtag Hong Kong website. To have a better overall feel of the event, have a look at our full coverage of the first Flugtag Ho…
…n above you hear vocal fireworks that owe more to technical Jazz than Pop. Combine these powerful vocals with a total lack of song writing cliches and you can understand why Hiatus Kaiyote are getting rave reviews by industry heavyweights. Their two albums are filled with multicultural instrumentals that pick and choose their ancestors, at one moment inspired by Indian music, and in the next, backed by polyrhythms from Africa. The quartet are from…
…is is a destination for the in-the-know. Chez Moi not only delivers excellent dishes with good quality ingredients, it does so at a reasonable price. With a casual elegance that’s not common in Hong Kong, Chez Moi is comfortable, quirky, and worth a visit. Chez Moi address: G/F, 10 Arbthnot Road Central, Hong Kong 2801-6768…
…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 Hong Kong’s early adapters and tastemakers – a company introduc…
…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…
…ry unpredictable, and unfortunately, crowds are quite unsophisticated. For example, it’s difficult to open a club and please everyone musically. People go to clubs to meet people they don’t know, and having a membership club complicates that process by weeding out people. It can be a positive and a negative. Success will depend on what local partners they line up to assist in getting the club off of the ground. People are extremely lazy about tryi…
…me clubs have went so far as to take out T.V. advertisements, this is an uncommon practice in Hong Kong. Last month’s edition of Cliq’s Pimpin’ Ain’t Easy was a big success. The club was packed with people and the vibe was good. Friday night’s party features sets by the mainstays: Kid Fresh, DJ Enso and Miss Yellow, in addition to visiting guests, the CB Radio DJ Posse. The monthly event features multiple genres with an emphasis on contemporary da…
…meet one another and build off of their respective talents. The key to the company’s success is that the founders truly practice what they preach. The Alive Not Dead social network has a grass-roots charm that’s contagious. You see the sites’ creators working hard (and sometimes partying hard!) at their events. Alive Not Dead has grown exponentially in two years time. Members include talented individuals from around the world, as well as some of A…
…Collaborations like this, where a foreign brand has a local partner are a common practice here. In particular D-Mop (another high-end retailer,) and I.T. are the local partner for numerous international brands. Silly Thing, more of a specialty retailer (among other things,) has also adopted this approach. The store with windows covered on the day before the opening: [photopress:FIL_visvim_PreLaunch.jpg,full,pp_image] The F.I.L. store is located i…
…nities outside of the industry norm. By tapping the inherent dynamics of a community site with its built in user base, the company is able to provide tailored solutions to artists. What does that mean? Here’s an example. Alive Not Dead recently assisted the band Audio Traffic hold an interesting hybrid event. Part mini-concert and part cd-launch, guests paid an entry fee and received not only a live show with special musical guests, but also a cop…
…ns the chance to ask the legend a question. You can go and submit one, or simply read what others are asking about. The exhibition provides the type of in-depth look that Hong Kong has rarely been treated to. Vivienne Westwood herself will be in town to attend the opening! Vivienne Westwood: A Life in Fashion Exhibition December 1, 2008 to January 31, 2009 ArtisTree, 3/F Cornwall House, TaiKoo Place Hong Kong Exhibition hours: Monday to– Thursday…
…hlighting tables that order particular bottles or trains of bottles. These come complete with sparklers, a theme-song, and a parade of waitstaff. Likewise bottles even come in gold cages to add to the spectacle. One highlight of Pacha is a superior lighting system that constantly changes the look of the room, shifting the atmosphere from a futuristic vibe at one second to an intense illumination the next. As the party got underway, DJ Erick Morill…
…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…
…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…
…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…
…information. The details are listed under ‘Criteria’. Lane Crawford – The Next New Registration ends on March 24th, 2016 http://www.lanecrawford.com/thenextnew…
…a few doors down from the escalator on Hollywood Road, just opposite the decommissioned police station. (I can still remember some early parties at Home Base where the police turned up and asked for the music to be lowered!) Entering the new Home Base, patrons walk down a flight of stairs and pass through a set of heavy curtains. At first glance the space is a mix between the old club combined with elements of Drop and Dragon-i. One major improvem…
…things. After walking along the beginning of the red carpet, guests would enter through a massive set of doors and be greeted by the organizers. Once through the gate they would cross a small bridge and walk up a staircase to enter into the main courtyard. One side of the courtyard featured three walls of huge video screens. As night came, guests started to arrive and fill up the courtyard. Two large champagne bars were located on either end. The…
…jpg,full,pp_image] I haven’t tried all of the restaurants, so I don’t feel comfortable recommending one over another. The last time I ordered from Sheung Kee, and sat all the way at the opposite end from the entrance, close to the elevator. The food was consistently good the last two times I visited. Some of the restaurants specialize in seafood. If you’re interested in a particular dish, such as sharks fin, you may need to order it in advance bef…
…of respect. Over the years, Hong Kong has had hosted people such as Futura and recently HAZE, but never someone as well known for their trains. The artist himself will be attending the opening of Post No Bills at the Opera Gallery on the 17th. Recommended! Superheroes and comic characters are often found in SEEN’s work SEEN – Post No Bills September 17th, 2013 Opening from 6:30 to 8:30pm Opera Gallery 52 Wyndham Street Central, Hong Kong Post No…
…ed on a daily basis by millions of people throughout the world, and have become a differentiating factor in the battle of the messaging apps. This is the power of the mobile Internet at work – the characters are popularized via a communications platform that people use exclusively via their phones. The amount of daily use of these apps among certain demographics allows users to build both a relationship with, and an affinity for the characters. Me…
…. G.S.S. is a chance to hear a curated set of the kind of music they love. Coming from such a talented crew, there’s bound to be a wide selection of interesting songs that you’ve never heard before, plus a few exclusive remixes for Gorillaz aficionados. The event takes place at Zuma inside the Landmark shopping center in Central. Zuma has been the site of major parties in the past and is the former location of the Alive Not Dead Halloween party. I…
…at Garage Works, also in Sai Ying Pun. If you haven’t already, please check out the artist’s sites linked above. Each has a very different style and it will be interesting to witness how they paint together. Pat Lee, well-known comic artist, will also be unveiling a new series of paintings at the event. Garage Works gallery Friday, February 26th, 7pm to 11 G/F, 257 Des Voeux Road West Kush Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong RSVP to: jian.ko@garageworksindus…
…ut his mixes on Soundcloud. Here’s a Jungle mix by him: https://soundcloud.com/justin-martin-music/justin-martin-jungle-mix For background info, read his bio on the Dirtybird Records site, and have a listen to the type of music he will be playing. You won’t find any weak diva House tracks here, only the dirtiest beats with heavy bass. Justin Martin, along with some of his Dirtybird label-mates, are creating dance music that succeeds at being class…
…o Hip Hop. Unlike other touring d.j.s who use CDs or laptops, Premier used real records and he brought five crates of vinyl! Throughout his set he didn’t play any commercial Pop music, and stuck to mostly underground, New York style Hip Hop. It was cool to see the usually conservative crowd rocking to real Hip Hop for once. It just proves that you don’t need to sell out – by playing all familiar Pop/Hip Hop in order to get people dancing. Premier…
…, ethnic foods, organic produce, and foreign alcohol beyond the basics. In comparison to ParkNShop and Wellcome, Hong Kong’s upscale supermarkets typically occupy large, prime spaces in popular shopping centers often connected to transportation hubs. (For example, City Super in IFC and Times Square.) Their prices reflect their high-cost per square foot locations. If you’re on a budget, you’ll want to buy your basics elsewhere. (Think of it this wa…
…with an issue that most people in Hong Kong can relate to – the quest for real estate (in a market notorious for exorbitant property prices.) Initially titled, ‘Victoria Bay,’ the first trailer for the film was shot in the style of a luxury development commercial – something that we in Hong Kong are barraged with every day! Though not in the film, actor Edison Chen appears in the trailer, which I’ve read was shot by Conroy Chan. It’s cool to see…