Open mic night in Shenzhen & a surprise

I'm trying to get things organized for a two week trip to Portland, Oregon.  Leaving in a couple of days to go home to visit family and a few friends.  Need some clean air too.  However, I wanted to share with you my experience on Saturday at the open mic Poetry and Music night at Cafe 5 that was organized by the Shenzhen Buzz.  The event started at 8:30, but when I arrived after 10, people were still getting up and doing their thing.  I did hear a poem or two and a couple of people sang before a young lady named Emily Brule, who played guitar and sang a wide range of covers, finished out the set.  The event had a good vibe, even if things were winding down by the time I arrived.  I know, I should have gone sooner, but I got back from HK late - missed the AnD event there entirely - ate dinner late and, well, hadn't even planned on going to this thing.  As usual, Jesse text me to tell me about it and since I had my camera with me.... Well, here's some photos.  It helped fill some of the huge void left since the Triple J closed about two months ago.  No news yet on when Jia Jia will reopen her cafe or where the new location will be. Anybody spot Jesse in the crowd? Emily Brule on guitar Kris Plasier enjoys the tunes played by Emily (his girlfriend)

Shenzhen's most dedicated surfer

  Lila and James organized the night's event

Right as I clicked the shutter, he burst out laughing.  Totally out of context with the music she was playing.  Cafe 5 also has the best looking mic stand in three provinces.

And now for your surprise: it's Reina!

She's sporting an A for the website.  She's that big a fan.