Live sounds around Kuala Lumpur into mid January 2019 with music of all kinds from jazz, classical, indie and rock to the realms of theatre and comedy. Discover the hottest nightlife events in Kuala Lumpur, here’s a look at the week ahead.
JANUARY 11/12: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse : Love is Blind at NBT
A show designed to tell the stories of Amy Winehouse. who wrote her music to speak to everyone, whether in love, in pain or just to observe, she had something for every one. With her very own Robin Banerjee on guitar and your very own Dasha Logan on vocals, let the music of Amy Winehouse kick start your year with music of love and acceptance.
Dasha Logan has been singing professionally for the past 12 years. Being a big fan of jazz, funk, soul and RnB, she just loves singing. Daughter to legendary Loganathan from the Alleycats, she has been exposed to the music life and scene from a very young age and been passionate about it since she could remember. Dasha rocked Istana Budaya with the Alleycats in September 2011 and The Rock and Roots festival in Singapore in 2012 along the likes of Earth, Wind and Fire and The Specials. In 2015 she performed for Malaysia Day in London at Trafalgar Square. Dasha has also taken part in the Penang Island Jazz Festival and Jarasum Jazz Festival in Korea in 2010, and more recently at Borneo Jazz Festival 2018. She also brought in 2012 at Straits Quay in Penang alongside the Aseana Percussion Unit. Dasha has performed multiple stints in London and has released an album (available on iTunes) and video clip. Her first single 'Cleverly' topped the UK Soul Chart in December 2014.
Robin Banerjee has been playing guitar professionally for 20 years, performing alongside Jazz Jamaica, reggae jazz big band and latterly with the great Amy Winehouse in her live band from 2006-2008. Robin has a passion for jazz and modern and classic pop music infusing the richness of the singers he accompanies with the acoustic and electric guitars. Robin grew up listening to George Benson, Wes Montgomery and Pat Metheny. He has a passion for jazz improvisation and accompanying vocalists, as he sees that as an artform in itself.
NO BLACK TIE: 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL. Admission: RM80. Concert menu available. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
JANUARY 11/12: Crackhouse Presents Darren Matthews (IRE)
Growing up in rural Ireland, Darren brands himself a comedian, backpacker, terrible photographer, and red head. Navigating the nuances of Asia with an Irish accent, the Bessbrook native brings his new show Whiskey and Ginger Male to the furthest corners of the globe, hoping that you'll understand what he's saying and empathise with his bad luck.
Crackhouse Comedy Club KL: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL . Tickets online RM40 / Door RM50. Visit whiskeygingermale.peatix.com Call +6017-260 3654 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info.
JANUARY 11: Friday Live at Le Noir KL
Cass3y starts the acoustic evening off at 7.30pm with Russell Curtis and the Rowdy Gentlemen live on stage from 11pm.
LE NOIR KL: Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. Bar and Roof terrace opens at 5pm. To reserve your spot: Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table. Email: reservations@lenoir.com.my / Phone/WhatsApp: 012-224 5416. Valet parking available.
JANUARY 11: Bobo KL presents Poova
Singer/songwriter Poova returns to the Bobo stage to rock your January. Malaysian born singer/songwriter, Poova as she is known, has been singing and composing songs since she was a child, when she would sing and play her own piano compositions for friends and family. Her love of music has continued throughout her life and took her through several genres where she has been wowing audiences with her amazing vocals. Poova has been singing professionally only since around 2005, but has chalked up an impressive list of events, has sung almost everywhere worth singing in Kuala Lumpur and is well known and admired by many in the Malaysian music scene, for her unassuming, down to earth attitude and ability to command attention from her audiences. With a voice that crosses from soul to jazz to rock and into R&B, Poova encapsulates everything that a vocalist should be, versatile, powerful, sultry and sometimes just plain amazing.
BOBO KL: 65-1, Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, KL: RM 60++ / RM 45++ for Bobo Diners. Dine with them before the show. For reservations call 03-2092 5002.
JANUARY 11: Friday at the Iron Fairies KL
Janine Annice live on the Fairy Dust Factory Stage form 8pm.
THE IRON FAIRIES: H-G-06, HIVES, TREC, 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. Free entry. Call 016-221 3612
JANUARY 11: Summaa Potte Udde (Tamil Improv Comedy)
You’ve seen Making S*** Up and Whose Line is it Anyway, here's the Tamil version. Suresh from THR Raaga brings his funniest pals together for a night of improvised comedy entirely in Tamil. Just like every other improv comedy show, they will turn your suggestions into hilarious characters, lines, and scenes, all in Tamil just for you. Get your TIX at http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ OR Call 013-5231491
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL. Call 013-523 1491.
JANUARY 11/12: Alexis Bistro presents Rozz
With Oliver Chan on bass, Wayne Tan on drums and Dennis Law on piano, ROZZ and his talented band will bring you a fresh new take of re-arranged melodies from Broadway musicals to classic and current pop numbers.
ALEXIS BISTRO AMPANG: Great Eastern Mall, 303, Jalan Ampang, KL. For more information, please call 03 4260-2288 or log on to www.alexis.com.my
JANUARY 12: Warehouse Sessions #17 at Ril’s
Warehouse Sessions is back featuring:
Ariff Akhir: a singer, musician, songwriter, music producer and sound engineer. As a solo act and also frontman for his band, The Sofa Sessions, Ariff has been performing live for almost 20 years. Behind the scenes, Ariff has composed, arranged, recorded, engineered and produced audio and music for local artists, advertisements, film, television, theatre and live shows. Follow him: https://www.instagram.com/ariffakhir/
Straight from the burrows, H.F. Badger (alter-ego of singer-songwriter, Bob Ooi) is a bi-pedal creature that has zero physical resemblance to a Honey Badger. However, they both share two common traits - they both like to live alone (to an extent) and they’re notorious for their bad temperament. This particular (and rather peculiar) badger kept on digging through life’s struggles before he uttered these words - “Enough is enough”. He crawled out of his deep, dark hole and went back to his first love, music. Drawing many musical influences in his life (including Dallas Green from City & Colour and Josh Tillman aka Father John Misty), HFB channeled his thoughts of his personal battles with love, life and religion through hill-billy, folk music that people seem to poorly categorise it as ‘hipster music’. Let HFB enthral you with his folk guitar playing, his smooth yet robust singing voice and the occasional yodelling. Follow him: https://www.instagram.com/hfbadger/
A vibrant, energetic performer, Heerraa is exploring the indie scene with her original songs about life, awareness, love and just being happy, to spread joy and brighten up people's day! So far having released 2 singles, Victorious and Feeling High, Heerraa is currently in the midst of recording her next single as well as collaborating with other local artist. Heerraa has also been featured in the Malay Mail for her decision to stick to her passion and pursue music, and has also won Short + Sweet Song Malaysia 2017's Festival Director's Award, awarded by Dato' Faridah Merican herself. Catch this quirky rockstar as she performs as mix of covers and original songs - leaving them ringing in your head. Follow her: https://www.instagram.com/heerraaofficial/
RIL’s BANGSAR: 30, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, KL. Call 03-2201 3846.
JANUARY 12: Saturday at Le Noir KL
Lily Jannah kicks the night off early with an acoustic set at 7pm. At 11pm, Stan Konnexions ft Irma and Syima hit the stage.
LE NOIR KL: Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. Bar and Roof terrace opens at 5pm. To reserve your spot: Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table. Email: reservations@lenoir.com.my / Phone/WhatsApp: 012-224 5416. Valet parking available.
JANUARY 12: Drop The Mic
Ready for a show unlike any other? How about a stand up comedy show mixed with freestyle rap battles? That’s right, it’s time to Drop the Mic right here at The Joke Factory. Comedians and music fans Aaron Barber, Nizam Jentik-Jentik, Harresh AU, and Bal come together to perform stand up on the first half of the show, and battle rap each other on the second half to see which of them can really throw down. Hosted by Harith Iskander himself, this hiphop-heavy show is right up your alley whether you’re into trap, old school boom bap, cloud rap, gangsta, trip hop, or just a fan of comedians having fun with music! Come and watch these hilarious dudes drop the mic. Get your TIX at http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ OR Call 013-5231491.
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL. Call 013-523 1491.
JANUARY 12: Saturday at The Iron Fairies KL
Kaya the band live on the Fairy Dust Factory stage early from 8pm.
THE IRON FAIRIES: H-G-06, HIVES, TREC, 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. Free entry. Call 016-221 3612.
JANUARY 13: Sunday at Le Noir KL
Muzza’s Mayhem performs early at 7pm. Acoustic Fourplay carries on from 11pm.
LE NOIR KL: Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. To reserve your spot: Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table
Email: reservations@lenoir.com.my / Phone/WhatsApp: 012-224 5416. Valet parking available.
JANUARY 14: Le Noir KL Monday
Russell Curtis hits the stage from 10.30pm onwards. Allan G performs early at 7.30pm.
LE NOIR KL: Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. To reserve your spot: Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table
Email: reservations@lenoir.com.my / Phone/WhatsApp: 012-224 5416. Valet parking available.
JANUARY 15: Karen Nunis: Troubadours Revisited at NBT
*Troubadours Revisited* will be an exploration of poetry and story in song:
featuring songs from songwriters like Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Donovan, Odetta, Bessie Smith and Billie Holiday, among others, with a smattering of originals. Musicians: Karen Nunis (vocals/ guitar) Julian Mokhtar (lead guitar/ vocals), Paul Den Holder Guillen ( rhythm guitar), Badar Fawzy (percussion).
NO BLACK TIE: 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL. Admission: RM42. Dinner menu available. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings
JANUARY 15: Le Noir KL Tuesday
Stan Konnexions ft JO hit the stage from 10.30pm onwards. Tish Ridhwani performs early at 7.30pm.
LE NOIR KL: Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. To reserve your spot: Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table
Email: reservations@lenoir.com.my / Phone/WhatsApp: 012-224 5416. Valet parking available.
ANUARY 15: The Joke Factory Open Mic
If you’ve ever wanted to try stand up comedy in any language, this is the platform for you.
Come and watch regular open mic-ers and established comedians try out their stuff and sign your name up too so you can get a chance to see if you’ve got what it takes to be funny. Get your TIX at http://thejokefactory.wasap.my/ OR Call 013-5231491
THE JOKE FACTORY: Lot 26, Level G3, Publika Shopping Gallery, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL. Call 013-523 1491.
JANUARY 16: Reza Salleh Quartet: Heart-in-Blender Folk
One of the top names in Malaysia’s acoustic scene, Reza Salleh is a central figure in Malaysia’s thriving singer-songwriter circuit. His music is “a little bit of everything”, drawing from pop, grunge, R&B, folk and a lot of other genres he grew up listening to. Reza has played in Australia, Laos, Singapore, Thailand, Korea, Indonesia and Japan. He was the first Malaysian to be invited to play a major stage at Japan’s 19th Annual Sunset Live Festival in Fukuoka, Japan in 2011 and was invited to play the Asia Music Found showcase and the Nakasu Jazz Festival last year in the same city. In 2016 he played the Daegu Folk Festival in Daegu, Korea.
NO BLACK TIE: 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL. Admission: RM42. Concert menu available. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
JANUARY 16: Le Noir KL Wednesday
Clinton Jerome hits the stage from 10.30pm onwards. Cass3y performs early at 7.30pm.
LE NOIR KL: Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. To reserve your spot: Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table
Email: reservations@lenoir.com.my / Phone/WhatsApp: 012-224 5416. Valet parking available.
JANUARY 16: Open Crack Weekly Comedy Open-Mic Night
Netflix specials, sold out auditoriums, international tours - all of them started out at open mics. A place for comedians to try out new material, and for newbies to try to hold on for dear life. Witness the grassroots of Malaysia's very own comedy scene, have a drink or three, and maybe even jump on stage! If you'd like to be the Seinfeld or Shandling, Carr or Yashere, Iskander or Leong - Open Crack is where you'd start! Turn up at 8pm for slots with 3 minutes of material. So head on over to the Crackhouse Comedy Club every Wednesday,
Up to 20 comics, for 2 hours,* for a mere RM20!**
*Malaysian timing / **If you buy at the door. Showtime 9pm, Door opens 8pm
CRACKHOUSE COMEDY CLUB: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL . Tickets online RM15 / Door RM20. Visit www.peatix.com Call +6017-260 3654 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info.
JANUARY 17: Le Noir KL Thursday
Janine Annice hits the stage from 10.30pm onwards. Allan G performs early at 7.30pm.
LE NOIR KL: Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. To reserve your spot: Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table
Email: reservations@lenoir.com.my / Phone/WhatsApp: 012-224 5416. Valet parking available.
