The Best Upcoming Concerts in Shanghai

Shanghai's back, baby! After a strangely quiet period of shuttered stages, the city has come roaring back to life. 

The world's biggest music stars have been checking into the city, turning it into a global concert hub. From legendary rockers to chart-topping pop sensations, there's something for everyone. So, ditch the mundane and dive into a sonic wonderland. 

The music's playing and your city's calling — are you ready to answer?

Clip of Jessie J wowing the judges on Singer in 2018 via Instagram (@jessiej)

Jessie J first made her mark in China by captivating Chinese audiences with her powerful vocals on the sixth season of Chinese singing competition Singer in January 2018.

She took home the title, making her the first ever non-Chinese artist to win the contest.

The British pop sensation is back and ready to shake up Shanghai with her electrifying stage persona. 

Known for chart-topping hits like "Price Tag" and "Domino," her vocal range is a force to be reckoned with.

Don't miss this chance to see "heartbeats" (her nickname after her Heartbeat Tour) live at the Shanghai Mercedes-Benz Culture Centre.

Japanese singer-songwriter and composer Ohashi Trio is bringing his unique blend of J-pop and film scores to Shanghai this Friday.

Known for his soulful melodies and introspective lyrics, the music artist has gained a dedicated following. Anime and J-drama lovers know and love his tunes from Colours, Yomei 1-Month Bride, and For You in Full Blossom - Ikemen Paradise. 

If you are a J-pop novice and feeling experimental, this is your cue to get a ticket.

Photos of Charlie Puth in Haikou via Instagram (@charlieputh)

Having already wowed audiences in Haikou, Beijing, and Guangzhou, Puth promises to go out with a bang on his final stop in Shanghai.

The four-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter is bringing his "Something New" tour to Shanghai for two unforgettable nights.

With over 35 billion streams to his name, Puth's music resonates with millions worldwide. A feather in his cap was undoubtedly contributing to Wiz Khalifa’s "See You Again," which trended worldwide following the death of American actor Paul Walker. 

To add to his stardom, his hit single "Stay," a collaboration with The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber, dominated the Billboard Global 200 chart for an impressive 11 weeks! Yeah, he's that guy.

Lady Luck is smiling on you if you manage to snag tickets, and if you did, please tag us on your socials, so we can live vicariously through you.

Come December, British sensation James Blunt will be rocking the stage in Shanghai.

Even non-native English speakers know the lyrics (or at least the chorus) to "You're Beautiful" and "Goodbye My Lover."

Did you know that Blunt once had a flourishing military career, even rising to the rank of captain and going on a tour of duty during the Kosovo crisis?

However, his love for music drove him to quit the forces to follow his passion — a decision that has resulted in enormous success, with the artist having sold over 20 million records worldwide.

Swoon to his romantic modern balads in Shanghai, with or without a date. Hurry, tickets are selling fast!

Enter the entrancing world of EDM with Norwegian DJ and record producer Alan Walker. A mix of progressive house, dubstep, and 1990s trance, his music has an "optimistic" quality that has earned him a global following.

The creative designed his own logo at age 15 and still plays a large part in designing his own performances' visuals. 

Alan Walker World tour dates in China

With over 125 million followers across social media platforms and billions of streams, Walker has solidified his position as one of the most influential artists in the electronic music scene.

His collaboration with Ava Max on "Alone" was a massive hit, and his recent work with Bruno Mars and Coldplay further expanded his musical horizons.

Early birds who found the worm (*cough* tickets) get to lace up their party boots and groove the night away to hits like "Faded," "Alone," and "Darkside" while the rest of us watch video streams and call it even.

Get ready to dive into a punk rock time warp! 

T.S.O.L. (True Sounds of Liberty), a pioneer in the Los Angeles punk scene that has been pushing the boundaries of punk rock for over four decades, is making its long-awaited debut in China. 

This will be a pivotal act at the cross section of West Coast punk, deathrock, and metal, and a unique chance to catch one of the most influential bands in rock at a close-up, in-your-face show at Specters in Jing'an.

The punk legends' album Dance with Me, was a favorite of Kurt Cobain, and their music has been featured in classic horror films like Return of the Living Dead.

TIME OUT TIP: T.S.O.L.'s posters are considered collectibles, so get your hands on some merch if possible!

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