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fRUITYSPACE

Beijing, China · DIY space · DIY collective

83/100
Committed

A real, regular home for the music; strong dedicated programming.
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Why this score

Dedicated series / mission20.0/25
Basement venue founded 2016 by experimental musician Zhai Ruixin as the home base of Beijing's underground/experimental music scene. [1] [2]
Frequency of relevant shows16.0/20
Frequent gigs spanning experimental, noise, improv and avant-garde acts. [1] [2]
Artist roster16.0/20
Chinese and international experimental/improv artists (e.g. Li Jianhong) and touring noise musicians. [1]
Self-description12.0/12
Explicitly underground and DIY in mission; presents envelope-pushing experimental music. [1]
Operating model10.0/10
Owner/artist-run DIY basement, spun off from the fRUITYSHOP vinyl store. [1]
Community reputation6.4/8
Widely described as the center of Beijing's avant-garde/experimental music community. [1]
Listening-room intent3.0/5
Narrow windowless basement with school desks and chairs facing a small stage. [1]