(Hong Kong, 29 April 2025) — Throughout May, Mondrian Hong Kong invites guests and passersby to immerse themselves in The Corner Shop—a vibrant, street-level art space opposite the hotel that showcases the city's creative pulse. Across four Saturdays in May - 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st - from 6 PM to 10 PM, The Corner Shop Busking Festival will take place. This free, public event highlights emerging musical talent from Hong Kong’s independent music scene, reflecting Mondrian Hong Kong’s ongoing commitment to supporting local artists. By providing a platform for these talents to share their music, Mondrian Hong Kong aims to enhance their positioning as a cultural hub that fosters creativity and community engagement.
(Hong Kong, 29 April 2025) — Throughout May, Mondrian Hong Kong invites guests and passersby to immerse themselves in The Corner Shop—a vibrant, street-level art space opposite the hotel that showcases the city's creative pulse. Across four Saturdays in May - 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st - from 6 PM to 10 PM, The Corner Shop Busking Festival will take place. This free, public event highlights emerging musical talent from Hong Kong’s independent music scene, reflecting Mondrian Hong Kong’s ongoing commitment to supporting local artists. By providing a platform for these talents to share their music, Mondrian Hong Kong aims to enhance their positioning as a cultural hub that fosters creativity and community engagement.
From folk to hip hop, jazz to ballads, each of the eight handpicked performers brings a distinct voice and story—creating an atmosphere that is as eclectic as it is electric. Two artists will take to the stage each evening, performing two hour-long sets that invite connection, participation, and a shared sense of rhythm with the crowd. Guests are encouraged to not just listen, but to engage—to meet the musicians, ask questions, and discover the stories behind the sound.
The Corner Shop Busking Festival opens with a kick-off gathering on 10 May, where guests can meet the full line-up over a night of music and conversation.
Among the featured artists are:
Saturday 10th May
6PM – Siu Yuen – A singer-songwriter whose blend of acoustic folk and pop lends a soft resonance to city nights.
8PM – Candy Ng – A member of the female group ‘Sex on the Beat,’ Candy merges lyrical grit with an ear for hooks, earning top 30 status in reality show ‘King Maker III’.
Saturday 17th May
6PM – Gary and Exppa – A fixture of Hong Kong’s busking circuit, Gary brings an unfiltered rawness honed over two years of street performances.
8PM – VinkyBB – A local singer known for transforming familiar covers into something deeply personal.
Saturday 24th May
6PM – Eric is a thoughtful performer whose city-wide appearances invite passersby to pause, reflect, and feel.
8PM – Sky is a rising singer-songwriter who brings clarity and energy to his live sets.
Saturday 31st May
6PM – Jhei – An artist and producer inspired by Cantonese ballads and R&B who creates original compositions that blur genre boundaries with emotional depth.
8PM – Alvin and Homan - young Cantonese singer who enjoys sharing songs from different eras with their audience.
This series reflects Mondrian’s ongoing commitment to celebrating artistic expression in all its forms. The Corner Shop serves as a canvas for community and culture, designed not to dictate the narrative but to amplify it.
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Address : 11A-D, 8A Hart Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
ABOUT THE CORNER SHOP
Situated opposite the entrance of Mondrian Hong Kong, The Corner Shop is a dynamic cultural space dedicated to art, music, and unexpected experiences. Free and open to the public daily, it serves as a platform for both emerging and established artists to showcase their work. With a focus on fostering the local art scene, The Corner Shop has become a hub for artistic experimentation and community engagement, offering an ever-evolving showcase of talent and creative expression. Located at 8A Hart Avenue, it invites everyone to explore and celebrate the vibrant cultural landscape of Hong Kong.
ABOUT MONDRIAN HONG KONG
Located in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, Mondrian Hong Kong rises 40 floors above the city and sea. Featuring 324 rooms — including 12 two-bay suites — designed by Karin Krautgartner, the hotel blends striking views with progressive hospitality. It is home to Carna by Dario Cecchini, designed by Joyce Wang, and Avoca, a high-concept rooftop bar and garden for cultural collaborations.
ABOUT MONDRIAN HOTELS & RESIDENCES
Mondrian is more than a hotel: it’s a perspective. Known for its boundary-pushing design and imaginative programming, Mondrian sits at the intersection of art and experience in cities around the world. With properties in Los Angeles, Miami, New York, London, Doha, Mexico City, Cannes, Seoul, and Singapore — and new openings in Ibiza, Bordeaux, and Australia’s Gold Coast — Mondrian invites guests to explore the unfamiliar with curiosity and style.