Live sounds around the Klang Valley this May with music of all kinds from jazz, classical, indie and rock to theatre and comedy. There's a spectacular array of live venues around Kuala Lumpur to visit. Discover the hottest events in Kuala Lumpur for this weekend and the week ahead.
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MAY 18-20: Chris Stalk Quartet at NBT
NO BLACK TIE: 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL. Admission: RM64. Concert menu available. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
MAY 18/19: Crackhouse Comedy presents Koala Lumpur! Dan Tackage & Zainal Bostaman
Crackhouse Comedy Club KL: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL . Tickets online RM40 / Door RM50. Call +6017-260 3654 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info.
MAY 18: Bob Marley tribute at the Bee
THE BEE, PUBLIKA: 36B, Block C, Level G2, Publika, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL . Call 03-7960 22160 or e-mail bees@thebee.com.my
MAY 18: Bobo KL presents Bihzhu
Bihzhu: Straight to the Heart. Celebrating the joys and sorrows of life with a no-holds-barred attitude, singer-songwriter Bihzhu returns to Bobo KL with her arsenal of original compositions and eclectic covers that will speak to your soul, resonate with your heart and uplift your spirits. With Nish Tham on piano, Jude Macson Bensing on guitar, Shakey Shakey on Bass and Ryan Lee Bhaskaran on percussion.
BOBO KL: 65-1, Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, KL: Dine with them before the show. Admission RM60++/ RM45++ for Bobo diners. For reservations call 03-2092 5002. No cover charge or reservations for the Sunday show.
MAY 18: Gregory Ramanado and Syima at Le Noir KL
Gregory Ramanado is a versatile Malaysian songster. Known for his charismatic and high energy persona on stage, engaging his audiences with his funky flavour of musicality. With Syima featuring this night.
LE NOIR KL: Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur. To reserve your spot: Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table
Email: reservations@lenoir.com.my / Phone/WhatsApp: +60122245416
Valet parking available.
MAY 18/19: Chelsia Ng at Alexis
This weekend, Chelsia Ng will be sharing songs from yesterday that inspire the songs of today. Chelsia will be doing covers by the Carpenters, Alanis and Jewel just to name a few as well as some well loved originals. Come for a night of easy acoustic melodies.
ALEXIS BISTRO AMPANG: Great Eastern Mall, 303, Jalan Ampang, KL. Dress code applies: No Shorts & Slippers. Showtime 10pm. Table bookings for diners only. Minimum age 10 & above. Music charge: RM10++/pax. For more information, please call 03 4260-2288 or log on to www.alexis.com.my
MAY 19: ShamRock 2 – KL Ceilidh
THE BEE, PUBLIKA: 36B, Block C, Level G2, Publika, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL . More info call 03-2694 7880 or The Bee at 03-7960 22160 or e-mail bees@thebee.com.my
MAY 19/20: Roberto Abbado conducts Mahler at the DFP
Italian conducting maestro Roberto Abbado conducts the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra in performances of Gustav Mahler’s Fourth Symphony with guest soprano Lauren Snouffer (US) performing for these two days.
DEWAN FILHARMONIK PETRONAS: Level 2, Tower 2, PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC, KL. Tickets: RM150 RM120 RM90 RM60. Become a subscriber when you buy a minimum of any 5 concerts across all series to enjoy 20% off and other special privileges. To purchase tickets, visit our Box Office at Ground Floor, Tower 2, PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC or call 603 2331 7007, you may also purchase online. Visit the MPO website for more details - http://www.mpo.com.my/
MAY 19: Le Noir KL presents Dasha Logan
A true artist with a passion for music has her jamming to her favourite genres of Jazz, Funk, Soul and R&B. It's a rare moment to catch her without a tune on her tongue or more so, a smile on her face.
LE NOIR KL: Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur. To reserve your spot: Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table
Email: reservations@lenoir.com.my / Phone/WhatsApp: +60122245416
Valet parking available.
MAY 19: Boy Bravado at Ril’s
Boy Bravado is a one man jukebox entertainer armed with a guitar in hand and a bagful of his ridiculous, life encounters. Come and revel in this soulful act of musical artistry infused with his innate ability to charm audiences with his voice.
RIL’S BANGSAR: 30, Jalan Telawi 5, Bangsar Baru, KL . Call 03-2201 3846 or e-mail reservations@rils.com.my
MAY 20: Le Noir KL presents Acoustic Fourplay live on stage
A live acoustic band, lined up of musicians who have been in the music industry for more than a decade. Ideally named, simply performing songs ranging from the late 60s up to the current Top 40s in an acoustic manner to soothe your every acoustic musical fantasy.
LE NOIR KL: Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur. To reserve your spot: Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table
Email: reservations@lenoir.com.my / Phone/WhatsApp: +60122245416
Valet parking available.
MAY 21/22: Alex Woods Quartet at No Black Tie
NO BLACK TIE: 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL. Admission: RM53. Concert menu available. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
MAY 23: Open Crack
Get over that mid-week slump with a dose of comedy as it’s supposed to be - uncensored and honest. Raw, fast paced and edgy, Open Crack! Witness the grassroots comedy scene with newbies, regulars and if you’re lucky a surprise guest comic. The best 3 minute set of the night will cash RM100 AND an opportunity to perform on the weekend shows. To perform, Just turn up at 8.00pm on the night itself to sign up. List closes at 8.45pm. Prepare 3 minutes of material.
EVERY WEDNESDAY (except 1st Wednesday)
Crackhouse Comedy Club KL: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL. Time : 9pm Showtime, Seating 8pm. Ticket : RM15 online / RM20 at the door
https://crackhouseopencrack.peatix.com. Call +60172603654 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info
May 23: Bobo KL presents Reza Salleh
Singer-songwriter Reza Salleh returns to Bobo but this time as Artist-in-Residence for the entire month of May. Up close and very personal, he's set to break hearts every Wednesday.
BOBO KL: 65-1, Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, KL . Dine with them before the show. Admission: RM25++/ Free for Bobo diners. For reservations call 03-2092 5002.
MAY 24: Rasta Syndicate Live at Pisco
Reggae night with Rasta Syndicate. Brace yourselves for the high energy and hardcore ‘riddims’ brought to you by Rasta Syndicate. Rasta Syndicate is an indie reggae band from KL and has been bringing listeners the beautiful sounds and energy of Bob Marley beyond Jamaica’s shores. Specializing in pitch-perfect Rastafarian-style music, the band has been playing major roles in the Asian reggae scene, with performances at the World Peace Music Festival (Thailand), and One Love Reggae Festival (Malaysia), among many others.
PISCO BAR: 29, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL . Call 03-2142 2900 or e-mail info@piscobarkl.com
MAY 24: Comedy Rojak
Uncensored stand-up comedy in Malay and English. Their mixed-lingo open mic show for English / BM audiences only. Its’ a mash up of Malaysian humour delivered in our mother tongue of Bahasa and the tongue of our colonial invaders.
Crackhouse Comedy Club KL: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL. Time : 9pm Showtime. Seating 8pm. Ticket : RM15 online / RM20 at the door. http://crackhousecomedyrojak.peatix.com Call +6017-260 3654 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info.
MAY 24: Bobo KL presents David Gomes
Thursdays with resident pianist and singer, the renowned performer, composer, arranger and producer David Gomes.
BOBO KL: 65-1, Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, KL . Dine with them before the show. Admission: RM25++/ Free for Bobo diners. For reservations call 03-2092 5002.
