Shanghai Lounge 6/ Various - Shanghai Lounge 6 / Various

As a cultural and economic hub, Shanghai's rich cultural landscape is a melting pot that reflects the simplicity and elegance of oriental esthetics and a modern style inspired by the world at large. After a nearly three-year wait, Shanghai Lounge 6 will once again bring together a mesmerizing collection of lounge music from across the globe and bring out the beauty of this oriental pearl. CD1 Lounge Edition opens with a modern lounge number brimming in retro appeal by Austria's Wolf Myer Orchestra and soul diva Lilith, thereafter, indulge in the romantic melodies co-composed by German nu-jazz group and British singer Iain Mackenzie, the sultry and alluring trip hip of Amsterdam group Adani & Wolf, Merge of Equals' ethereal charm, Kraak & Smaak's elegant electronic funk beats, Mathieu Hobiere's reggae style and the crystal clear downtempo flavor of Minus 8, all of which lend a dash of passion and color to Shanghai. Sailing deeper into the quiet city night upon CD2 Chill Edition, we will be greeted by the likes of maestros including Deja-Move, Smoma, Polar Rundfunk, Djako, Hideo Kobayashi and Aleksey Beloozerov. Their blend of gentle movements express shades of downtempo, ambient, chill out and house, sensuously soothing and exhibiting modern elegance, they seamlessly create the musical prowess that envelops this city.