Les Gromechkos @ Backstage Jan. 10
Hong Kong-based French outfit Les Gromechkos (pronounced Gro-Mesh-Ko) will be dropping their first album this weekend after six years belting it out in the trenches. The high-energy group is renowned for their original songs that blend together a myriad of genres including ska, gipsy-punk and French rock. After numerous concerts and festival appearances, the six-piece outfit is proud to present their debut album “HONG KONG TALES”. Dancing and singing is encouraged.
Backstage
1F Somptueux Central
52-54 Wellington Street
Central
Live stand up @ Takeout Comedy Jan. 10
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A long week of grinding it out in the office, boardroom or classroom takes a toll on us all, so why not crack up a bit to kick off the weekend and take off the edge. Drop by Hong Kong’s premiere comedy club for some laughs on Friday, where 10 stand-up comedians are currently on the bill. The odds are good that you’re going to be in hysterics at one point during the night. Tickets HK$150.
TakeOut Comedy
34 Elgin Street
Central
Farmfest 2014 @ Fa Hui Park Jan. 10-12
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Craving some fresh veggies and seafood or longing to connect with you’re organic roots in a sprawling market? If the answer to any of the above questions is yes (or even maybe) head down to Hong Kong’s annual Farmfest that celebrates/showcases the freshest fruit, veg and seafood the area has to offer.
Fa Hui Park
Mong Kok,
Kowloon
Operator @ Backstage Jan. 11
Infusing the best of British rock lore from the past and present, Operator is taking the backstage in Hong Kong over on Saturday to introduce their new album “Observatory Road” to the “unsuspecting world.” You’ve been warned. Tickets HK$220 at the door.
Backstage
1F Somptueux Central
52-54 Wellington Street
Central
DJ Ta- Shi @ Club Cubic Jan. 11
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Japanese hip-hop legend DJ Ta-Shi will be taking to the decks in Macau over the weekend. The land of the rising sun’s DMC champ has played with the likes of Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg during the Japanese legs of their tours in the past and is still mixing up fresh beats for the future. Not to be missed for hardcore hip-hop fans with mad respect for old-school DJs.
James Blunt @Asia World Arena Jan. 12
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British hit-making sensation is dropping by Hong Kong on Sunday to support his latest album Moon Landing. Odds are: He’ll probably play renowned global hit “You’re Beautiful” during the encore and yes, they’re will be lots of singing from the crowd and probably a few tears. Tickets HK$580-980.
AsiaWorld Arena,
Sky Plaza Road
Chek Lap Kok
Hong Kong
