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…luded sets by DJ Spinna and 90’s Hip Hop sensation, Naughty By Nature. The free event, which spanned three days, also included performances by The Beatnuts, Basement Jaxx, Tony Touch, and Kenny Dope, among several others. The line-up for the first night focused on Hip Hop. We managed to catch DJ Spinna, who is legendary in both House and Hip Hop circles for his sophisticated production skills and savvy selections as a DJ. Spinna’s set went back to…
…nt backwater of printing shops and scap-compacting until the escalator was completed in 1993. Built on a steep slope, the area slowly began to attract restauranteurs who bet that commuters taking the Mid-Levels escalator home from work might want to stop off to grab a bite to eat. Due to the low rents, individuals (not restaurant groups or big chains) began to open up interesting shops and small, unique restaurant / bars. Fast forward to 2007, the…
…iving away 5 pairs of tickets for this amazing night courtesy of Cubic. To enter the contest, simply sign up for our mailing list, or follow us on Instagram (@hongkonghustle). We will notify you via email or Instagram. Recommended! Cubic 3rd anniversary feat. Ludacris! Saturday, April 5th, 2014 Club Cubic Level 2, The Boulevard, City of Dreams (entrance near Hard Rock Hotel) Estrada do Istmo, Cotai, Macau For reservations and details call: +853 66…
…tion. Just take exit C2 and walk along Tat Chee Avenue to get there. Doors open at 7 pm and the competition starts at 8 and goes until 11. Afterwards a party will be held until 4am! Attendees must purchase tickets to enter. Advance passes are $80 HKD, or $120 at the door. Passes are available at White Noise Records in Causeway Bay. There will also be a chance for audience members to compete. Check out the Cut & Paste website for more information….
…he same building. It’s just a few minutes before you get to Sai Kung town center. Tikitiki Bowling Bar is a welcome addition to the decreasing bowling landscape in Hong Kong. Over the last ten years, many of Hong Kong’s bowling alleys have closed down. You can read about a few of the former places in our post from 2008: Bowling in Hong Kong. Although it’s not exactly close for people coming from Hong Kong Island, the bowling alley serves as a dest…
…entral. The same complex also houses clubs Sugar, Cliq and Ci Xi. The soft opening on Tuesday night completely packed the place. How does it compare to Hei Hei? The new layout consists of three rooms as well as a large patio at the very back. In keeping with the Billion Club name, the decor is going for an overt glitz. There are fixtures scattered about that give off the required ‘bling’. My favorite detail is the toilet! [photopress:Billion_club_…
…commercial nightlife, both physically and mentally. Descend the steps and enter a world of underground music. There’s no table service, no Top 40, and no police barricades. Instead you’ll find experienced d.j.s and a crowd of friendly, open minded people grooving to music they’ve often never heard before. Plus, XXX is B.Y.O.B., which means bring your own beer (or bottle of alcohol!) It’s almost like having a house party without having to clean up…
…expect a variety of genres that push the limits, especially Electro. For a sample of their style, have a listen to their Soundcloud mixes. https://soundcloud.com/beataucue/winter2012-mix For more information and ticketing, login to Facebook and go here. Recommended! Love Da Records 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…
…Club Cubic Level 2, The Shops at The Boulevard City of Dreams, (entrance near Hard Rock Hotel) Estrada do Istmo Cotai, Macau Girls dressed “sexy or glamorous” get in free before 1am! Cover charge for guys is $350 HKD For bookings call +853 6638-4999, or rsvp@cubic-cod.com…
…os. 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 information email: info@sheltercensus.com Or call Joel at +853 6638-4999…
…s 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éΒ“è¥¿271-285號 åΒ‡ç›Š3期2號舖 p.s. Do-Over host Aloe Blacc is also an accomplished neo-soul singer on Stones Throw…
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…11am to 12pm, for $220 HKD in advance (cash only,) or $280 at the door For more information call 852 2167-8377, or email trueskoolhk@gmail.com Free True Skool necklace for the first 100 guests!…
…b, which were all full! [photopress:Volar_Model_Hat.jpg,full,pp_image] The competition comprised of three heats featuring seven girls and three guys. Girls competed against girls, and men against men. Perhaps Hong Kong’s most glamourous spectator sport, the crowd was cheering and hooting each time a model came out. Surprisingly the girls in the audience were less well-behaved than the guys, screaming as if they were at a strip club! [photopress:Vo…
…ong Kong for its second year. This time it will be held in the Exhibition Center in Wanchai. Last year the turnout was very strong. (Check out photos from Cut and Paste 2008 here!) The 2009 edition of the design battle includes 2D, 3D, and motion graphics categories. With a more centralized location, the turnout should be even bigger this year. Tickets for the event go for $100 HKD and are available at HKTicketing.com, or $120 HKD at the door. Var…
…onated to the SING charity. For more information about donations and ticketing, you may contact Elsie Leung from the Mandarin Oriental between 11pm and 5pm. Her email address is eleung@mohg.com or you may call 2132-0123. On the night of the 28th, doors open at 7pm and close sharply at 8pm. No one will be admitted after the concert has begun….
…ures in Hong Kong’s Hip Hop scene. Edison gave a solid performance when he opened for Kanye West in nearly the same location and we expect him to do the same on Saturday. FAMA These two guys, C-Kwan and 6-Wing are sort of like rapper / comedians. They don’t take themselves too seriously and they are good at working the crowd. We covered them before in our history of Hong Kong Hip Hop. Josie & the Uni Boys A mainstay of local indie band shows, lead…
…usic has grown beyond clubs and morphed into massive festivals, DJs have become just as influential (and bankable) a commodity as Pop stars. With almost a billion views on YouTube, Major Lazer’s success is proof that there’s no longer a rigid distinction between dance acts and Pop music anymore. CL from 2NE1 CL has visited Hong Kong several times for fashion related events and performances Adding CL from the K-Pop group 2NE1 may seem like a surpri…
…ed and you can actually sit and enjoy the grass without being yelled at (a real luxury in Hong Kong!) The park has an excellent open view of Connaught Road’s skyscrapers On the Eastern side of the lawn there are basketball courts and soccer fields (aka football pitches). The Western side has a sports building with a massive indoor swimming center. There’s also a children’s playground near the front of the sports complex. The main entrance is at th…
…veryone from older expats to young locals. The concert began with a set by opening act and CLOT founder Edison Chen. During his performance, Edison did an acappella rap about his recent accomplishments that I liked. His flow wasn’t perfect, but the content was solid old-school boasting. After a short pause, Kanye took the stage and performed a long set featuring many of his hits from the last two years. Standing on the stage staring out at Hong Ko…
…h some success.) They could promote their ability to allow tourists to try real Hong Kong favorites in a relaxed, multilingual setting. (Come on, who doesn’t love their ice lemon tea or the crispy bun with condensed milk? A branch on The Peak not only boosts the Tsui Wah name with tourists visiting Hong Kong (who may return to one of their other branches in the city,) but it’s also a good strategy as the group expands into Mainland China. [photopr…
…of the shop. Above it is a ticker-tape LED display with scrolling text. On opening night the text read: WELCOME TO JUICE – BUSINESS AS USUAL. Business as usual seems to be the theme. There’s a special t-shirt for sale in the store bearing those words on the front, along with “Can’t stop, won’t stop” on the back. The design is rendered in neon-sign like lettering, which plays well with the interior of the shop and the trend towards more colorful gr…
…it was infused with more fresh watermelon, similar to an Italian ice. The real standout on the menu was the cold, creamy lychee pudding. My friend and I had never experienced anything like it. [photopress:Xiao_Tian_Gu_dessert_Tai_Hang.jpg,full,pp_image] The flavor and texture complimented one another, and the wooden spoon was a great touch. Though it’s served in a plastic cup, it didn’t take away from the experience. (Serving something in a plast…
…use d.j. and resident at the revered New York club APT flew in to play the opening party. Open every day from noon until three am, Racks has an international, casual atmosphere that makes it a real standout in Hong Kong’s somewhat formal nightlife scene. With a vibe that’s a cross between a house-party and a college bar, Racks is an ideal place to spend a night with friends. [photopress:Racks_Elevated_lounge.jpg,full,pp_image][photopress:Racks_Bil…
…rs in total. The library is owned by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, but open to the public. On a whim I decided to investigate one day. To get there, you must first register and then take a special elevator from the ground floor of IFC2. Once upstairs you walk down a hallway and into a large gallery space with an exhibit about the history of Hong Kong’s monetary system. The exhibition is interesting, but the real attraction here are the amazing…
…le device during the commute. Savvy observers will recognize that this has real-world drawbacks and consequences. The commute is often plagued by people absorbed in their personal digital world, not observing what’s around them, often slowing down access to the trains and less likely to offer their seat to a person in need. Outside of transportation, and individuals walking down the street staring at their phones, another common issue is that peop…
…Being a newer player in the region, Vans is doing an excellent job seeding free accessories to partygoers and building their brand awareness quickly. Vans ‘ON the Wall’ π [photopress:vans_core_classics_party_event_hk_china.jpg,full,pp_image] [photopress:vans_shoes_china_hong_kong_hk_classics.jpg,full,pp_image] The Minx nail bar was an excellent way of engaging the crowd at the event and promoting the brand. The nail art featured patterns that repl…
…ou’re a club regular however, even on special d.j. nights, you will get in free. Getting back to the music, Krush played exactly as I expected: sophisticated, experimental – yet soulful Hip Hop. His turntable skills were sharp. The crowd was trying to groove, however some of the songs were just not meant for dancing. At several points he brought them back with some uptempo, soulful beats. It was fun to hear a d.j. who has a particular, distinct so…
…y is d.j. Rafik, a member of the same German d.j. crew as Kid Fresh. Rafik comes from a musical family and is an accomplished turntablist who has won multiple championships. Pimpin’ Ain’t Easy d.j.s are not confined to any one genre. Many of them are turntablists who have grown disillusioned with Hip Hop’s stagnation and are branching out in other directions. Partially what keeps their parties fun is that the d.j.s are masters of genre blending. F…
…ezy as the duo. Their last Sh*t Sandwich party had a great turnout and featured beers served in customized paper bags along with free Jell-o shots. You never know what expect! Recommended. FREE! Racks 7th floor, M-88 2-8 Wellington Street (on the corner of Wellington and Wyndham Streets) Central, Hong Kong…