Tittsworth - The DJ from DC has consistently dominated decks at a plate-a-minute pace, his high-energy sets seamlessly blending Baltimore club with electro, house and more. Members: free entry; non-members on the guest list: $250 (includes one drink). Fri, Feb 6. Volar, B/F, 38-44 D’Aguilar St., Central, 2810-1276 ,  www.tittsworth.com.

The Cuban Brothers “Hola Mi Amigos”
Born from the loins of 70s Havana, nurtured on a diet of soulful, sexy tunes and inspired by Cuban mythology, these hermanos will whip you into a frenzy. Guest list: $300. Sat, Feb 7, 11pm. Dragon-i, 60 Wyndham St., Central, www.thecubanbrothers.com.

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Magnetic Soul presents: DJ Fresh
Drum n’ bassers shouldn’t miss this. DJ Fresh, one of the most influential Brit junglists, founder of Dogs on Acid and principal member of D&B legend Bad Company, hits town on his “Sound Weapon” Asia Tour. $200 includes a Red Bull; free vodka shot before midnight. Fri, Feb 6, 11pm. Sammi’s Kitchen, 137-139 Connaught Rd. West, Sheung Wan, www.dogsonacid.com.

Pimpin’ Ain’t Easy
Kid Fresh and Enso bring you Drastik, the only Canadian who took home all three National DMC titles with his sick tunes and turntablist ethic. Also, Switzerland’s premier upcoming DJ Suivez, member of the infamous PONYBOMB DJ Team. $200 including one drink. Cliq, 2/F, On Hing Building, 1 On Hing Terrace, Central, 2868-3111, ww.pimpinainteasy.hk.

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Sean Kingston
It’s summer 07 and there’s his song blaring from every radio, TV, car and cell phone within earshot. Get ready for this solid teenager’s pop reggae doowop rap. Hyeah! $300 for non-members. Feb 12, 9pm. M1NT, bookings@m1nt.com.hk.

Gigs

Hei Wong
The indie singer-songwriter performs on tour for his album “To The End.” Members free, non-members $125, includes one drink. Fri, Feb 6, 10:30pm. Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd., Central, 2521-7251.

Aniki and Micchi
The “king and queen of anisong” return to perform your favorite anime theme tunes, from Mazinger Z to Daitetsujin 17. $250-$680 from HK Ticketing. Sat, Feb 7, 7:30pm. Rotunda 3, 6/F, HITEC, Star Hall, 1 Trademart Drive, Kowloon Bay.

Underground 75
The regular music showcase returns at a new venue with hard-rockers Spodac and Gong Wu, glam band Velvette Vendetta, pop-rockers Amino Shower and electro-hip-hop outfit Snoblind. $80-$100. Sat, Feb 7, 10pm-2am. California, G/F, California Tower, 30-32 D’Aguilar St., Central, undergroundhk.com.

David Leigh
The piano wizard and singer from Manhattan plays R&B and jazz. $120 in advance, $150 on the day, includes one drink. Fri, Feb 13, 10:30pm. Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd., Central, 2521-7251.

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HK Live!
Don’t miss local Brit-influenced rockers Innisfallen, fellow indie bands Chochuckmo and Empty Tomb (above), as well as a chance to win a free Gibson guitar, sponsored by HK Magazine and SPORT b. $100 in advance, $150 at the door. Sat, Feb 7, 10pm. Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd., Central, 2521-7251.

Rock Theory
Catch a killer triple bill featuring two-headed rock behemoth DP, rockabilly devils El Destroyo and hipster indie three-piece Poubelle International. $120, includes one drink. Sat, Feb 7, 9:30pm. Backstage Live, 1/F, 52-54 Wellington St., 2167-8985.

Music for Lovers
A special Valentine’s jazz performance at Fresco, with Jim Schneider on keys and Guy Le Claire on guitar and Jack Greminger on drums. Free. Sat, Feb 14, 10pm. Peel Fresco, 49 Peel St., Central, 2540-2046.

Cheer Chen
The popular Taiwanese folk singer-songwriter returns yet again. $200-$500 from Urbtix. Sat, Feb 21. Hong Kong Coliseum, 9 Cheong Wan Rd., Hung Hom.

Star Crossed Tattoo Showcase
German punk band Combat 77 stops by on their China tour to butt heads with local punks The Mooches, Oi Squad and El Destroyo. Free. Sat, Feb 21, 9pm. The Wanch, 54 Jaffe Rd., 2861-1621.

Underground 76
Acoustic wunderkind Richey Lam from the US joins quirky three-piece Logo, unplugged alternative band In Love and Pain, and moody rockers Tai Tai Alibi. $80-$100. Sat, Feb 21, 8-11pm. The Melting Pot, Shop 3, 1-5 Elgin St., Central, undergroundhk.com.

Joanna Wang
The Taiwanese jazz-pop star makes her first Hong Kong appearance. $290-$580 from HK Ticketing. Thu-Fri, Mar 5-6. HITEC, Star Hall, 1 Trademart Drive, Kowloon Bay.

Ryuichi Kawamura
The former member of Luna Sea goes it alone. $300-$780 from HK Ticketing. Sun, Mar 22, 8pm. AsiaWorld Arena, Chek Lap Kok.


Big Names
Tickets from HK Ticketing or Tom Lee outlets unless stated otherwise.

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Jose Gonzalez
The legendary folk genius from Sweden, with support from local indie artist Clementine Is My Sunshine. $300 from White Noise Records (1/F, 4 Canal Road East, Causeway Bay, 2591-0499) or Grappa’s Cellar. Feb 22, 7:30pm. Grappa’s Cellar, B/F, Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, 2521-2322.

Chick Corea and John McLaughlin
Five Peace Band
The jazz masters and their Five Peace Band. $200-$640 from Urbtix. Tue-Wed, Feb 10-11, 8pm. Cultural Centre, Tsim Sha Tsui.

Jason Mraz
Eclectic folk-rock singer-songwriter. $380-$580. Mon, Mar 2. HITEC Star Hall, 1 Trademart Drive, Kowloon Bay.

Rod Stewart
Tonight’s the night. It’s gonna be alright. $480-$1,480. Sat, Mar 7. AsiaWorld Arena, Chek Lap Kok.

Duffy
Amy Winehouse for people who don’t do drugs. $450-$850. Fri, Mar 20, 8pm. AsiaWorld Arena, Chek Lap Kok.

Oasis
Everybody’s favorite washed-up supernovas. $380-$780. Tue, Apr 7, 8pm. AsiaWorld Arena, Chek Lap Kok.