The seventh Shanghai Street Art Festival kicked off on Saturday night with 16 buskers being named "city artists" who not only better themselves but also lead teams of other artists in performances on stages in different corners of the city.

The Shanghai Performance Arts Association has issued more than 300 licenses to local buskers. However, due to factors like the coronavirus pandemic, there are currently only about 120 who frequently appear on local streets.

These city artists are the backbone of the busker group which boasts outstanding talent and excellent skill.