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STUDIO 188
Shanghai’s Party Professionals
Founded in 2005 by Mexican-American lead vocalist Michael Luevano a.k.a. “El Ray”, the band’s infectious sound and authenticity keep Studio 188 highly in demand around China’s music scene.
The perfect term to describe the high energy, danceable, and fun loving band Studio 188 is “Soulicious”! Their matching wardrobe, and style has them dubbed, “Shanghai’s best-dressed” band; bringing the parties alive the moment they hit the stage.
The nine-piece band clearly “Rules the Dance Floors” playing musical styles of Classic Rock ‘n’ Soul music from the 60’s to the current hits -the audiences go crazy for the music that they all know and love.
Recently celebrating their 650th show and in their 13th year, Studio 188 enjoys the influences of a staggering array of nationalities and cultures through the personnel it hosts and is unlike any other band you will find in China.
Shanghai’s Party Professionals
Founded in 2005 by Mexican-American lead vocalist Michael Luevano a.k.a. “El Ray”, the band’s infectious sound and authenticity keep Studio 188 highly in demand around China’s music scene.
The perfect term to describe the high energy, danceable, and fun loving band Studio 188 is “Soulicious”! Their matching wardrobe, and style has them dubbed, “Shanghai’s best-dressed” band; bringing the parties alive the moment they hit the stage.
The nine-piece band clearly “Rules the Dance Floors” playing musical styles of Classic Rock ‘n’ Soul music from the 60’s to the current hits -the audiences go crazy for the music that they all know and love.
Recently celebrating their 650th show and in their 13th year, Studio 188 enjoys the influences of a staggering array of nationalities and cultures through the personnel it hosts and is unlike any other band you will find in China.
Michael Rosenthal – Emcee
Michael has more than twenty years’ experience managing organizations. He began his career as a lawyer, working for two U.S. Federal Courts. He served eight years as a Federal Prosecutor with the United States Department of Justice (receiving an Outstanding Attorney Award in 1993 and 1996), and as Minister of Justice and Special Prosecutor for the Republic of Palau. In early 2005, Michael moved to China to serve as Asia Pacific CEO for Day Light Inc., USA, and has subsequently worked in businesses in various industries including environment, education, human resources, fashion, retail, health/beauty and media. He is the founder of US Green Solutions and serves as President of JuQi Wenhua Media. He also runs various beauty competitions. Michael is a professional trainer and business coach who has serviced Iinternational companies including L’Oréal, Baxter, Bayer, Shanghai GM, Johnson Controls, SAP and others. Michael serves as Chairman of the Shanghai AmericanAmCham Shanghai’s Chamber of Commerce Environmental Committee, sits on the WildAid International Advisory Board, and runs the Chicago China Club in Shanghai. He is also an actor and model who has written and produced short films and appeared in movies, television shows, commercials and promotional videos.
Michael has more than twenty years’ experience managing organizations. He began his career as a lawyer, working for two U.S. Federal Courts. He served eight years as a Federal Prosecutor with the United States Department of Justice (receiving an Outstanding Attorney Award in 1993 and 1996), and as Minister of Justice and Special Prosecutor for the Republic of Palau. In early 2005, Michael moved to China to serve as Asia Pacific CEO for Day Light Inc., USA, and has subsequently worked in businesses in various industries including environment, education, human resources, fashion, retail, health/beauty and media. He is the founder of US Green Solutions and serves as President of JuQi Wenhua Media. He also runs various beauty competitions. Michael is a professional trainer and business coach who has serviced Iinternational companies including L’Oréal, Baxter, Bayer, Shanghai GM, Johnson Controls, SAP and others. Michael serves as Chairman of the Shanghai AmericanAmCham Shanghai’s Chamber of Commerce Environmental Committee, sits on the WildAid International Advisory Board, and runs the Chicago China Club in Shanghai. He is also an actor and model who has written and produced short films and appeared in movies, television shows, commercials and promotional videos.
Tom Pang Newgrass Band delivers heartfelt bluegrass music. Their lineup of instruments and singers will present authentic American folk music to Shanghai audiences. The complex interplay of the fiddle and guitar, ringing sound of the banjo, blazing mandolin runs, and the high lonesome vocal harmonies recalls emotions from small country towns half a world away. New Grasslands plays music that is exciting, plaintive, heartwarming, and most of all…human.
Club Med Guilin G.O team
The G.O (Gentils organisateurs, or gentle organizers) are the staff who work in Club Med resorts. They are the ambassador of the Club Med spirit. In addition to their professionalism and know-how, their way of being brings them close to our customers and produces moments of happiness, kindness, conviviality, friendliness and humour.
During daytimes, our passionate G.O guide you to experience exciting water and land sports, such as diving, yoga, flying trapeze and archery. When night falls, you’ll be entertained by their world-class performances at the evening shows.
Meet the G.O from Guilin, who will perform tonight one of their numbers “Great Gatsby”: Coralie, from France, is front desk receptionist, Robert from South Africa and Joanna from
Taiwan are in charge of sports, Loic from France works in the animation team, Tian Liang comes from Malaysia and works in the boutique, Allison is Chinese, in charge of Mini Club, and finally Donata, from Italy, is the Chief of Village of Club Med Guilin. They all wish you an excellent evening.
The G.O (Gentils organisateurs, or gentle organizers) are the staff who work in Club Med resorts. They are the ambassador of the Club Med spirit. In addition to their professionalism and know-how, their way of being brings them close to our customers and produces moments of happiness, kindness, conviviality, friendliness and humour.
During daytimes, our passionate G.O guide you to experience exciting water and land sports, such as diving, yoga, flying trapeze and archery. When night falls, you’ll be entertained by their world-class performances at the evening shows.
Meet the G.O from Guilin, who will perform tonight one of their numbers “Great Gatsby”: Coralie, from France, is front desk receptionist, Robert from South Africa and Joanna from
Taiwan are in charge of sports, Loic from France works in the animation team, Tian Liang comes from Malaysia and works in the boutique, Allison is Chinese, in charge of Mini Club, and finally Donata, from Italy, is the Chief of Village of Club Med Guilin. They all wish you an excellent evening.
Sevi Ettinger is a 14 year old living in Shanghai since 2012 with her father, David Ettinger, and 2 brothers, Dylan and Jaimey. She is finishing up her last year of middle school as an 8th Grader at the Shanghai Community International School. She is originally from the United States, and was born and raised in Alexandria, Virginia.
From performing in musicals, to writing songs, her passion for singing has been with her since the age of 3. Sevi has participated in various children’s community theaters, including the upcoming Shanghai musical production, School of Rock, and performs in many school musicals.
Recently, Sevi has combined her talents as a singer and songwriter to create, produce and arrange her first released song called, “Salty Water,” which is now available on iTunes, YouKu, Spotify, YouTube and over 150 digital platforms. Last month, with the help of singer and songwriter, Phillip Jarrell (who has had songs on the US Billboard Top 100 Chart), she completed her first music video which will have wide release this month.
Sevi is also a student ambassador, a member of the National Junior Honor Society, is an Honor Roll student and has received many other academic awards.
From performing in musicals, to writing songs, her passion for singing has been with her since the age of 3. Sevi has participated in various children’s community theaters, including the upcoming Shanghai musical production, School of Rock, and performs in many school musicals.
Recently, Sevi has combined her talents as a singer and songwriter to create, produce and arrange her first released song called, “Salty Water,” which is now available on iTunes, YouKu, Spotify, YouTube and over 150 digital platforms. Last month, with the help of singer and songwriter, Phillip Jarrell (who has had songs on the US Billboard Top 100 Chart), she completed her first music video which will have wide release this month.
Sevi is also a student ambassador, a member of the National Junior Honor Society, is an Honor Roll student and has received many other academic awards.
Liu Ting Ting joined the Shanghai Sunrise family as a scholarship student in 2012. Through the generosity of Ting Ting's Sponsor, she was able to finish her high school education and is now studying Musicology at Shanghai University. A rising star, she performed to great applause at Shanghai Sunrise's 20th Birthday Ball in 2016 and is the recipient of numerous awards for her musical talents.
The guzheng is one of the most ancient Chinese musical instruments according to documents written in the Qin Dynasty (before 206 BC). According to the great Musician, Prof. Dr. Tran Van Khe, “the right hand produces the sound, and the left hand gives the soul to the music”.
The guzheng is one of the most ancient Chinese musical instruments according to documents written in the Qin Dynasty (before 206 BC). According to the great Musician, Prof. Dr. Tran Van Khe, “the right hand produces the sound, and the left hand gives the soul to the music”.
DJ Brian O. is excited to bring a beat to the 2017 AmCham Ball - Boulevard of Dreams.
Born in Florida, USA, he has lived in Shanghai for 6 years and previously DJed at a variety of AmCham-associated events.
As a student of his craft, he prides himself as having a strong knowledge of an array of music. Whether it's 1940's jump blues to modern Mongolian rap, he is always ready. If you have an obscure request, don't be afraid to bring it to him!
Previously (and still occasionally) a singer of rock music, he comes from the ethos of DIY touring. This has lead to gigs in diverse places. He has performedrs in 11 countries, including an (in)famous gig in North Korea. He has shared the stage with many greats, including UK punk legends The Buzzcocks, hip hop legend Afrika Islam, and saxophone great Steve Mackay.
Born in Florida, USA, he has lived in Shanghai for 6 years and previously DJed at a variety of AmCham-associated events.
As a student of his craft, he prides himself as having a strong knowledge of an array of music. Whether it's 1940's jump blues to modern Mongolian rap, he is always ready. If you have an obscure request, don't be afraid to bring it to him!
Previously (and still occasionally) a singer of rock music, he comes from the ethos of DIY touring. This has lead to gigs in diverse places. He has performedrs in 11 countries, including an (in)famous gig in North Korea. He has shared the stage with many greats, including UK punk legends The Buzzcocks, hip hop legend Afrika Islam, and saxophone great Steve Mackay.
*Lineup is subject to change.