FOR more than 15 years, DJ Q-Bert has ¡°owned" even the harshest critics in the DJ-is-not-a-musician argument. Now in his 30s, Q-Bert carries a vast, library-like knowledge of music.

In performance, his understanding of pitch, tempo, rhythm, harmony and melody - the traditional elements of musicianship are combined with the elements of modern DJing: mixing, cutting and scratching - many of the techniques that he himself created. Add the live, interactive aspect of moving a crowd - an animated audience of hip-hop devotees and newbie¡¯s alike to elevate a Q-Bert performance to a completely unforgettable experience.

Q-Bert performs in Shanghai at Club BonBon on Saturday. The first night of an incredible tour of China and Asia that includes stops in Beijing, Shenzhen, Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and Singapore before extending through Australia.

Address: 2/F Yunhai Tower, 1329 Huahai Road M.
Tel: 133-2193-9299
Website: www.clubbonbon.com