PUSH - Deep house and tech with the Afro-Brazilian groove from our favorite block-rocking DJ Taku “Yaman.” Plus Frankie Lam, AKW and Lukas. Thu, Jan 28, 10pm. The Ashtray, 3/F Ho Lee Commercial Building, 38-44 D’Aguilar St., Central, 6258-8857, 9223-8779

Songs for Children
DJ Jane Blondel returns with her lovely mix of the latest and greatest indie pop from around the globe, with guest DJ Little Peter and Bad Blood. Fri, Jan 29, 10pm. Philia Lounge, 4 Arbuthnot Rd., Central, 2147-2389, www.philialounge.com.

Bloody Heavy D’n’B feat. RAH + SUKI
A night of drum‘n’bass featuring Singapore’s rising kitty cat duo Rah and Suki, with the familiar prowess of DJ Asayo. $100 (includes a drink). Fri, Jan 29, 11pm. Ivan the Kozak, LG/F, 46-48 Cochrane St., Central, 9867-1678.

Eric D-Lux
One of the hottest new talents on the market, here to give you the best of house and hip-hop. $300. Sat, Jan 30, midnight. Dragon-i, 60 Wyndham St., Central, 3110-1222, www.dragon-i.com.hk.

The Forbidden Garden
Get enchanted by the Pole Paradise Studio grand opening with performance on pole, hoop, silk and more from instructors and students. Dress code: forest, fairies and mythical creatures. Sat, Jan 30, 8pm. M1NT, 108 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2261-1106, www.m1nt.com.cn.

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DS 7th Year Anniversary Party
Join in the fun and games to celebrate DS Magazine’s seventh birthday in style, paying homage to 2009’s King of Queers­—Adam Lambert! $150 advance or $200 at door (both include a drink, lucky draw and goodie bag for first 200 arrivals). Sat, Jan 30, 10pm. Kolours, G/F and B/F, 16 Arbuthnot Rd., Central.

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2manydjs Live at Venetian Macau
Got your tix yet? The Belgian duo (aka Soulwax) have pioneered the mash-up genre, mixing rock, pop, grunge, hip-hop, disco into their sexy sets. Guest DJs Miss Yellow, David Lam, Frankie Lam, Hernandez (Portugal), D’Mond (Macau) and VJ Voltage. $340 from www.cotaiticketing.com, 6333-6660 or $450 at door. Sat, Jan 30, 10pm. Bellini Lounge, The Venetian Macao Resort-Hotel, Macau. www.macau.com/2manydjs.

Sound Track
Dirty beats from the streets—a fine mash-up of indie/house/techno/electro/breaks from Miko Van Chong and Re:Flex. Free entry; ladies get two-for-one $55 shooters until midnight. Sat, Jan 30, 10pm. Philia Lounge, 4 Arbuthnot Rd., Central, 2147-2389.

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Disco 2 Disco
DJ Mr Mike from Switzerland with an entire spectrum of electric disco and dance music, paying tribute to the greats with classics to inspirational disco tunes. $300 (includes a drink). Fri, Feb 5, 11pm. Kee Club, 6/F, 32 Wellington St., Central, 2810-9000, www.keeclub.com.

Solos X Heavy Hong Kong presents MTR
Solos Records, Heavy Hong Kong, and MTR Corporation are coming together to bring you two rooms of underground UK music including bassline, funky, dubstep and drum ‘n’bass. $120 (includes a drink). Sat, Feb 6, 11pm. Ashtray, 3/F Ho Lee Building, 38-44 D’Aguilar

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World’s No.1 DJ, Sasha
Reaching stardom in the 1980s and driving the evolution of progressive trance and house music in the 1990s, Sasha is a true industry legend that you don’t want to miss. $580 from HMV, Tom Lee or www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288; or $680 at door. Sat, Feb 6, 11pm-6am. HITEC Star Hall, 1 Trademart Dr., Kowloon Bay. More info www.solosrecords.com.

Supersonic
The Likely Lads (DJ Iain and Paul) return in the New Year to bring you the best British rock ‘n’ roll and indie classics from the 60s till now. $100 entrance, $180 optional open bar. Sat, Feb 6, 10pm. Bassment, LG, 13 Lyndhurst Terrace. 9616-2075, www.supersonic-hk.com.

Hong Kong Vibration
A night of pure reggae, ragga, roots, dub, dance hall, funk and old-school hip-hop featuring DJs Shabaga (aka Mafio), Karmiy from Japan, Lucas Luraka and Cee T. Sat, Feb 6, 9pm. W52, 52 Wyndham St., Central, 6768-5252, www.w52.com.hk.

Gigs

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Kung Fu Meets the Dragon
Scotland’s slickest renegade female MC Soom T joins electronica act Disrupt on stage, with special guests Transnoodle playing live ska and reggae, African drum master Makha and DJ Mafio. $150 before 12 or $180 after (both include a drink). Sat, Jan 30, 10pm. Backstage, 1/F Somptueux Central, 52-54 Wellington St., Central, 2167-8985, 9180-8426, www.backstagelive.hk.

Music for Airports
Five of Hong Kong’s best experimental musical talents will pay tribute to the godfather of electronic music—Brian Eno. $170 from www.urbtix.hk, 2734-9009. Fri, Jan 29, 8pm; Sat, Jan 30, 3pm and 8pm. Black Box Theatre, Kwai Tsing Theatre, 15 Hing Ning Rd., Kwai Chung. More info www.lcsd.gov.hk/cp.

Speak Up! XXI
Hong Kong’s most popular artist networking night with live entertainment and open mic sessions to promote yourself and your work. Wed, Feb 3, 9pm. The Cavern, LG/F, LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham St., Central, 2121-8969.

Glassjaw
Hold tight folks---The People’s Party brings Long Island’s legendary post-hardcore titans to town for an exclusive one-and-only gig in Asia. $150 (includes a drink) from Grappa’s Cellar or White Noise Records. Wed, Feb 17, 8pm. Grappa’s Cellar, Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, 2521-2322, www.thepeoplesparty.tv.

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Chochukmo: the other side of
Winner of Global Battle of Bands Hong Kong Division plays an unplugged to show you that they have a soft side. $100 (includes a drink). Fri, Feb 5, 10pm. Kubrick BC, Shop H2, Prosperous Garden, 3 Public Square St., Yau Ma Tei, 2384-8929.

Muse
After storming Hong Kong back in 2007, the British rock sensation return with the “Resistance Tour.” $380-$580 from www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288. Sat, Feb 6, 8pm. AsiaWorld Expo-Arena, Lantau.

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Guangzhou Indie Bands
A City Festival program featuring two indie bands from Guangzhou, Wu Tiao Ren (Fri) and Bubble Noble (Sat). $100 advance or $125 at door. Fri-Sat, Feb 5-6, 10:30pm. Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd., Central, 2521-7251, www.cityfestival.com.hk.

Underground 93
The indie showcase comes back in February with Ding Ding & Shi Shi from Taiwan, Brit pop act F.T.T., blues rock band Helter Skelter and more. $100 (includes a drink). Sat, Feb 6, 10pm. The Melting Pot, Shop 3, 1-3 Elgin St. (by 65 Hollywood Rd.), Central, 9486-4648, www.undergroundhk.com.

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OK Go
The Grammy-winning Chicago glam-rock band mastered the art of the viral video and is bringing their infectious, fun-filled live performance here. $300 (includes a drink) from Grappa’s Cellar or  White Noise Records. Wed, Feb 24, 8pm. Grappa’s Cellar, Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, 2521-2322, www.thepeoplesparty.tv.

David Broza
A regular performer at top international venues, David Broza is known around the world for his unique guitar playing and singing style. $288-$588 from www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288. Sat, Mar 6, 8:30pm. Leo Lee Arts Centre, Canadian International School, 36 Nam Long Shan Rd., Aberdeen.

Only You: Herb Reed & The Platters Live
Original founding member Herb Reed and The Platters will bring their famed sound to Hong Kong, singing romantic melodies such as “Only You,” “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes” and “Enchanted.” $280-$480 from www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288. Fri, Mar 12, 8pm. Hall 5BC, HKCEC, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai.

Jeff Beck
One of the most respected guitar heroes of all time, Jeff Beck is in the same class as Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page. $690-$890 from www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288. Mon, Mar 22, 8:15pm. AsiaWorld Expo-Arena, Lantau.

Tom Jones
With a music career spanning 45 years, the Welsh singer is one of the greatest icons of pop and soul. Ladies, keep your underwear on—Tom’s tired of being pelted with panties. $380-$980 from www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288. Wed, Mar 24, 8pm. Hall 5BC, HKCEC, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai.

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Kings of Convenience
Quiet is the new loud! The Norwegian indie folk-pop duo, often compared to Simon and Garfunkel and Nick Drake, is bringing their mellow voices and delicate lyrics To town, giving us a warm summer breeze during the winter cold. $350 from  www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288. Thu, Mar 25, 8:30pm. Rotunda 3, HITEC, 1 Trademart Dr., Kowloon Bay.

Tamaki Hiroshi
Japanese actor-singer’s Hong Kong solo concert, a part of  his “Live Tour 2009-2010.” $280-$500 from www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288. Sat, Mar 27, 7:30pm. HITEC Star Hall, 1 Trademart Dr., Kowloon Bay.

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Deep Purple
Ever wonder how “Smoke on the Water” sounds live? Check out the legendary British heavy metal act with their current line-up comprising original drummer Ian Paice. $350-$680 from www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288. Mon, May 10, 8pm. AsiaWorld Expo-Arena, Lantau.


Five Seconds
The super-fast interview for busy people ...with Andreas Kronthaler, aka Mr. Vivienne Westwood, (the creative force behind Westwood MAN, and husband of British street fashion doyenne).

HK Magazine: How do you like HK’s nightlife?
Andreas: Oh you look veh-ry nice today.