From Vincent, in Beijing
Believe it or not but the legendary Wham led by our friend G. Michael was the first western band ever to play in China, or at least so goes the rumor. That was somewhere during the mid-80s and it sheds new light on the ground rooting influence of this band over the last part of the 20th century. This basically means that mainland Chinese have been getting the best of western culture ever since alongside with Starbucks, Mc Donalds and Bon Jovi (who is coming this year to Beijing as well... I might go just for a laugh, if that is fun, or maybe not). Anyway, things are changing and the ever growing Chinese alternative music scene gets a reward with the annoucement of the first concert of Sonic Youth in Beijing on April 25th at StarLive! This is just the tip of the Iceberg and a lot more is happening throughout China and especially in Beijing on the alternative music scene. We'll keep you informed !!
If by any chance you happen to be in BJ these days, check D22 bar for a taste of the local scene.
Starlive :
79 Hepingli Xijie third floor of Club Tango, at the southern entrance to Ditan
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