Live sounds around the Klang Valley in December. Music of all kinds from jazz, classical, indie and rock to theatre and comedy, here’s a look at the week ahead.
DECEMBER 21/22: John Dip Silas Trio feat. Henk Kraaijeveld at NBT
John Dip Silas is a jazz pianist residing in Kuala Lumpur. John has performed at an array of jazz venues around Australia, Singapore, China and Malaysia. He has worked with a number of internationally acclaimed and accomplished musicians such as Tony Lakatos (Germany), Shunzo Ohno (Japan), Michael Simon (Venezuela), Diego Maroto (Mexico), Rodrigo Villanueva (Mexico), Maciej Fortuna (Poland), Chika Asamoto (Japan), James Flynn (Australia), Phil Scorgie (New Zealand), Amelia Ong (Indonesia), John Thomas (Malaysia), Marques Young (USA), Scott Murphy (Scottland), Ashton Moore (USA), Juwita Suwito (Malaysia) and many more.
Henk Kraaijeveld is a versatile jazz vocalist and songwriter from The Netherlands who brings together compelling music with strong lyrics, storytelling and surprising improvisations. Playful and light-footed elements alternate with intense and vivacious grooves and harmonies. Rooted in jazz, Kraaijeveld is always looking to find connections between different styles of music, connections between musicians and between people, through layered but accessible music.
NO BLACK TIE: 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL. Admission: RM75. Concert menu available. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
DECEMBER 21/22: Crackhouse Presents: Mo Sidik (IDN) & Dilruk Jayasinha (AUS), with Rizal van Geyzel
Sharing the absurdities of every day life in South East Asia, these comedians try to find middle ground between Muslims both radical and "cool". 100% haha and (+/-) 100% halal, join these stalwarts of the regional comedy scene for two happy halal days which are guaranteed to make you leave feeling "Hmm. Okay. That's nice."
True to our ASEAN roots, this show features:
Mo Sidik (INDONESIA). The star of several Indonesian box office movies, Jakarta based Mo Sidik is a regional heavyweight. Having started comedy in 2011, by 2017, Mo toured over 13 countries with his critically acclaimed show #Fattitude.
Rizal van Geyzel (MALAYSIA). Balancing the fine line between profound and absurd, Rizal van Geyzel uses a combination of anecdotes and impersonations to touch on - and sometimes pokes with a fiery stick - topics ranging from the personal to the ironically political.
Dilruk Jayasinha (AUSTRALIA). Armed with an accounting degree, Dilruk Jayasinha was fired from his job at a 'Big Four' company, only to become one of Australia's favourite comedians. With close to 10 years of comedy under his belt, Dilruk has toured the world and most recently returned from a completely sold out run at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Dilruk also regularly appears on the ABC and Network Ten, featuring most notably on shows such as Have You Been Paying Attention and Utopia. A winner at the prestigious Logies 2018, Dilruk comes to Kuala Lumpur for some after hours comedy supported by some of the hottest local acts.
Crackhouse Comedy Club KL: 24A (1st Floor) Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL . Tickets online RM40 / Door RM50. Visit www.peatix.com Call +6017-260 3654 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info.
DECEMBER 21: Friday Live at Le Noir KL
Irma Seleman starts the evening off at 7.30pm with Clinton Jerome and Syima live on stage 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.
DECEMBER 21: A very Indie showcase at The Bee
A Very Indie Showcase Vol. VIII! With the electro-pop vibin' JA:ED and Sounds of Kites unique folk tunes, you peeps are in for a great nigh.
THE BEE @ PUBLIKA: 36B, Block C, Level G2, Publika, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL.Tickets: RM20. Call 03-6201 8577 or e-mail bees@thebee.com.my
DECEMBER 21/22: Bobo KL presents Elvira Arul
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BOBO KL: 65-1, Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, KL: Dine with them before the show. Admission RM80++/ RM60++ for Bobo diners. For reservations call 03-2092 5002.
DECEMBER 21: Fridays at Iron Fairies
Suzanne Live on the Dust Factory Stage at the Iron Fairies KL from 8pm.
THE IRON FAIRIES: H-G-06, HIVES, TREC, 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL . Free entry. Call 016-221 3612
DECEMBER 22: A Very Merry Indie Christmas at The Bee
Ho Ho Hold on there folks! They have quite the merry bunch lined up for you this Saturday - Skits, SENJA, Satwo, Volatile, DJ Dranoel, Gabriel Lynch, Skies Are Red, The Propositions, Armand Tanzarians, Fabian Mark Peter, Azmyl Yunor & Orkes Padu. Christmas is coming early ‘cos it’s beginning to look a lot like A Very Merry Indie Showcase.
THE BEE @ PUBLIKA: 36B, Block C, Level G2, Publika, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL.Tickets: RM30. Call 03-6201 8577 or e-mail bees@thebee.com.my
DECEMBER 22: Suzanne Live at Ril’s Bangsar
Suzanne is a multi-talented and versatile singer, songwriter and performer. Having shared the stage with some of Malaysia's High Profile acts like Aubrey Suwito, Jaclyn Victor, Dayang Nurfaizah to name a few, this bright young star is definitely someone to look out for.
RIL’s BANGSAR: 30, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, KL. Call 03-2201 3846.
DECEMBER 22: Saturday at Le Noir KL
Syima kicks the night off early at 7pm. At 11pm, Curtis Russell and the Rowdy Gentlemen hit the stage.
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.
DECEMBER 22: Saturday at Iron Fairies
Lucille Live on The Dust Factory stage at the Iron Fairies KL from 8pm.
THE IRON FAIRIES: H-G-06, HIVES, TREC, 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL . Free entry. Call 016-221 3612
DECEMBER 23/24: Brazilian Christmas with Juliana, Hady and Tony at NBT
Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Juliana da Silva is well known for her outstanding performances. She interprets Brazilian music and jazz with a mixture of expression, charm, humor and passion for the music she sings. She has become a remarkable representative of bossa nova and the 'musica popular brasileira'. Juliana has performed in Jazz Festivals in Germany, Poland, Russia, Holland and Czech Republic with her Jobim Project. In Asia she has performed in Bangkok, Hyderabad, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore accompanied by great local musicians such as Jeremy Monteiro and Michael Veerapen. In Germany, she is one of the main artists performing regularly at Frankfurt Jazzkeller, where she organizes a summer special event since 15 years. Throughout her concerts she brings different repertoire and formations, always with the same aim: the perfect mixture between Brazilian music and jazz.
Tony Lakatos (www.tonylakatos.com) hails from Budapest, and moved to Frankfurt where he is highly regarded as a Saxophonist.His musical study began on the violin at the age of 6, and on the saxophone when he was 15 years old, and became a professional musician when he won a national jazz competition in 1977. He graduated from the jazz department of the Bela Bartók Conservatory in Budapest in 1979. Shortly after he moved to Germany in 1981, became one of the most respected saxophone player in Germany as well as worldwide
Hady took his first musical steps at the age of 8, learning the piano from his father; it wasn’t until he was 17 that Hady’s father taught him to play classical guitar, theory and how to read music. It was during this time that Hady discovered Classical music, thus beginning a love affair with classical guitar. Over the next few years he honed his skills as a guitarist (playing classical and electric guitar), developing a unique style that reflects an amalgamation of his ever expanding musical tastes. In 2004, he furthered his studies and obtained a Diploma in 2008, graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree majoring in Classical Guitar and Music Arrangement in 2012 at the National Academy of Arts Culture and Heritage (ASWARA).
NO BLACK TIE: 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL. Admission: RM75. Concert menu available. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
DECEMBER 23: Bobo KL presents David Gomes and Junji Delfino
Bobo KL's original resident piano man returns with the missus for three Sundays leading up to Christmas to get you in the spirit of all things festive. Let David and Junji jingle 'em jazzy bells with you this season.
BOBO KL: 65-1, Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, KL: Dine with them before the show. Admission RM80++/ RM150++ for Bobo diners. For reservations call 03-2092 5002.
DECEMBER 23: 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.
DECEMBER 25: Le Noir KL presents Stan Konnexion ft Nurul
Allan G hits the stage live at 10.30pm. Lily Jannah 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.
DECEMBER 26: Mostacho Plays KL
New York based drummer/composer Andres Marin brings the music of Mostacho Xprmnt, the band he founded after graduating from Berklee College of Music. He will be joined by Malaysian musicians, and reunite with the original singer NJWA who is performing as a guest. Mostacho Xprmnt is a collective that blends the sounds of NeoSoul, R&B, Funk and Jazz Fusion and encourages collaboration between members and guests. The band consolidated in New York in 2013 along with Malaysian singer NJWA who later was replaced by vocalist Leala Cyr.
In 2018 they released their second single "Clap With Me" which features Song Yi Jeon's vocals. The band has played in New York City, Boston, Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Andres won the ACAM award 2010 in Costa Rica, he performed at the Panama Jazz Festival in 2018, and has worked with Award Winners Matthew Garrison, Luis Enrique (Prince of Salsa), Carlos Castro Mora and Felipe Staiti (of Enanitos Verdes). Original R&B/Jazz from New York with Andres Marin (drums), John Dip Silas (keys), Daniel Foong (bass), Nazrin (guitar), NJWA (special guest vocals)
NO BLACK TIE: 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL. Admission: RM75. Concert menu available. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
DECEMBER 26: Wednesday at Le Noir KL
Tasha Aleia starts the evening off at 7.30pm with Irma Seleman live on stage from 10.30pm.
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.
DECEMBER 27: Michael Pignéguy featuring Evelyn Feroza & Tim Stocker
Australian drummer Michael Pignéguy returns to KL to feature two of his key collaborators, across 2 big nights at No Black Tie, performing the World Music, Jazz & Latin rhythms of The Awakenings Ensemble with soulful singer Evelyn Feroza (Thursday), then showcasing his unique take on the sensibilities of jazz.. Both nights also feature special guest saxophonist - Tim Stocker. With Wee Lern Ch’ng (keys), Julian Chan (sax), Daniel Foong (bass), Chee Seng Hor (guitar).
NO BLACK TIE: 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL. Admission: RM75. Concert menu available. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
DECEMBER 27: Le Noir KL Thursday
Jo hits the stage from 10.30pm onwards. Zharif Slowjamz 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.
