Tickets: RMB 50

Australian roots rock legend Jeff Lang has built up a reputation for startlingly original performances, working without a set list, allowing the unique energy of each night to shape the songs. Having previously toured with the likes of Ani DiFranco and Bob Dylan, Lang is coming to China for the first time to showcase his insane, award-winning guitar skills that have critics hailing him as one of Australia’s hottest exports. Chart Magazine praises Lang’s expert finger-picking, “serious balls and flawless chops” that have earned him the reputation of Australia’s leading country, blues and rock guitar virtuoso.

While his influences range from the folk music of the Southern United States to the British Isles, Lang’s lyrics evoke the environment of his native Australia in a subtle, plainspoken manner. Switching from soothing acoustic guitar-picking to blistering electric riffs, Lang is one of those rare talents who is as adept with the slide guitar as with a standard, not to mention his dexterity on the banjo, mandolin, drums and Chumbush (similar to a banjo, but with more strings). His instrumental skills combine with his husky-voiced story-telling to create an arresting live performance.

Have a listen at Jeff Lang’s Douban page, and don’t forget to check out our Split Works Douban page for chances to win Jeff Lang tickets and other free stuff, starting from July 1.

If you’re in Beijing, Tianjin, Qingdao or Shanghai, don’t miss out on this opportunity to see a true legend in action!

Media Inquiries: Abby Lavin/李惠兰, Marketing & Communications, Split Works. E: al@spli-t.com, M: (0)159 0046 3147, T:(021) 6445 0500.

Photos: High resolution press photos of Jeff Lang are available for download at: http://gallery.jefflang.com.au/main.php

Other useful links: Jeff Lang’s official site: http://www.jefflang.com.au/ Jeff Lang’s Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/jefflangmusic Jeff Lang on Douban: http://www.douban.com/artist/jefflang