Shanghai Qiutian

Shanghai Qiutian brings its energetic math-rock sound from Shanghai to MilkBoy Philadelphia, joined by Dabda and Birds? The band has quickly earned acclaim in China’s independent rock scene and is now touring internationally. Its music is showcased on the EP *New Era, Shared Future*, released through Wild Records, with a forthcoming debut album, *Home:Revolution*, featuring collaborations with members of Elephant Gym, Viva Belgrado, and Carsick Cars and mixing by Takaaki Mino of toe.

The lineup also includes Dabda, a four-piece “Pastel Psychedelic” band known for dreamy, lyrical music and an evolving, distinctive sound, and Birds?, a West Chester, Pennsylvania math-rock group featuring Sam Stewart, Chris Swantek, Jon Miranda, and Nate Gittelman. Birds? has been promoting its release *Pecking Order* and is scheduled to release a new album in spring 2026.

When: Monday, November 16, 2026

Showtimes: Doors open at 7:00 PM, and the show begins at 8:00 PM.

Lineup: Shanghai Qiutian with Dabda and Birds?

Ages: 21 and older. A valid photo ID is required for entry.

Tickets: Price not available

Venue: MilkBoy Philadelphia

Accessibility and venue logistics: The stage is on the venue’s second floor and the event is standing room only. Guests must be able to climb a flight of stairs because the building has no elevator.