Kuala Lumpur Weekly Live Music Guide: 24 April 2019

Live sounds around Kuala Lumpur for the last remaining week of April with Music from jazz, classical to indie, rock, hip hop, electronic and pop.

APRIL 24: Mia Palencia + WVC at NBT

In 2003, Louis Vuitton labelled Mia Palencia as Malaysia's Most Promising Musician at their Next Generation Awards. From an early age, Mia has performed on stage as a musician and thespian, recorded for numerious jingles, cartoons and documentaries as a singer-songwriter and voice actor. Mia has composed music for a myriad of projects, from indie films to musicals, and was the music director, composer and lyricist for MUD: Our Story of KL. The show was commissioned by the KL City Council and ran of an unprecedented 3 years, making it Malaysia's longest running musical. In 2017, Mia was invited to compose and produce “So Many Hands”, which became the official theme song of the 2017 South East Asian Games. She was given the honour of performing her song at the opening ceremony to an audience of 87,000 people at Bukit Jalil Stadium.

To join Mia Palencia is WVC. Originally formed as a trio, WVC became a quartet with the addition of their fourth member, Julian Chan who plays the saxophone. Having released five instrumental albums and toured around the region since their inception, WVC has explored different musical genres whilst still maintaining the foundation of jazz in its core. One of their forte is coming up with jazz re-arrangements to suit to the times by transforming unlikely pop tunes, Chinese and oriental classics, and mainstream hit tunes into new jazzy tunes.

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.

APRIL 24: Le Noir KL Ladies Night Wednesday

Clinton Jerome - CJ hits the stage from 10pm onwards. An aspiring enthusiast of Music and Performing, now living in the big city of Kuala Lumpur.

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.

APRIL 24: Iron Fairies Wednesday

9 Lives hits 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.

APRIL 24: An Honest Mistake Live

Discover original Malaysian Pop Punk with An Honest Mistake Live at Merdekarya.

MERDEKARYA: 352, First Floor, Jalan 5/57, Petaling Garden, PJ. Admission: RM20. Call 016-207 1553

APRIL 25-27: Bobo KL presents Elvira Arul

Local vibes in English & BM as Elvira Arul returns to Bobo KL…so get booking!

BOBO KL: 65-1, Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, KL: RM60/ RM45 for Bobo Diners. Dine with them before the show. For reservations call 03-2092 5002.

APRIL 25: Remiso Live in KL

see https://thecitylist.my/blog/remiso-ukhk-live-in-kl-at-live-fact-25-april-2019

LIVE FACT: No. 6-2 & M, Jalan PJU 5/21, The Strand Kota Damansara, PJ. Call 012-377 8558 / e-mail livefactkl@gmail.com

APRIL 25: Iron Fairies Thursday

Medusa live on the Fairy Dust Factory stage from 8pm.

THE IRON FAIRIES: H-G-06, HIVES, TREC, 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. Free entry. Call 016-221 3612

APRIL 25: Le Noir KL Thursday

StanKonnexions ft Irma live on stage with pop and R&B from 10pm.

APRIL 25: Poolside Open Mic #86 ft More Than Me

The Poolside Open Mic is Open Mic Malaysia’s 3rd longest running open mic night which happens every Thursday evening right on TOP of The KL Journal. Each installation features one of their finest musicians, with this one featuring More Than Me, a collective of friends who share the same love in expressing ourselves through music. Three boys with musical toys and a diverse rock sound that will leave your jaw dropping. Follow them: https://www.instagram.com/morethanmemy/

Open Mikers: Nana Lee, Wilson Ho, Juan, Juliana Heng, Ruff and Amr Mohsen.

THE SWIMMING CLUB: 11th Flr, KL Journal Hotel, 30, Jalan Beremi, off Jalan Sultan Ismail, KL

APRIL 26: Dasha Logan at NBT

Jazz, Funk, Soul and R&B singer Dasha Logan is no stranger to the music scene, and is the daughter of the late legendary Loganathan from the Alleycats. Dasha is an ambassador of MVTV Asia’s Young Entertainment Star Malaysia programme, supported by the National Film Development Corporation.

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.

APRIL 26: Friday Live at Le Noir KL

Clinton Jerome - CJ & Syima live on stage from 10pm with pop, rock and R&B.

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.

APRIL 26/27: Poova at Alexis Bistro

Multiple award winning singer, songwriter, composer and producer, Poova is one of Malaysia’s hottest, most talented artistes. Embarking on a professional career in music in 2009, she has gone from strength to strength; winning local and international independent VIMA awards and the prestigious “Best new artist” at Malaysia’s AIM21 2014 awards.

ALEXIS BISTRO AMPANG: Great Eastern Mall, 303, Jalan Ampang, KL. Dress code applies: No Shorts & Slippers. Showtime 10pm. Table bookings for diners only. For more information, please call 03 4260-2288 or log on to www.alexis.com.my

APRIL 26: Friday at the Iron Fairies KL

Sounds of Jane performs live on the Fairy Dust Factory Stage from 8pm.

THE IRON FAIRIES: H-G-06, HIVES, TREC, 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. Free entry. Call 016-221 3612

APRIL 27: Nadir at NBT

NADIR operates as a collective with a fluid lineup of regular featured musicians playing a wide variety of instruments such as Sitar, Violin, Gambus, Bagpipes, Erhu, Yangqin and many more. In 2017, Nadir went on tour in Cambodia and performed to 10000+ people at The Cambodian Water Festival in Phnom Penh and collaborated with Cambodian superstar Laura Mam, with a single due for release internationally in 2019. The band has also collaborated with French artistic duo 'IliaEb' on an experimental visual art/dance/music showcase and are in the planning phase of bringing the show to Paris, France in 2019.

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.

APRIL 27/28: Mahler 9 with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra

Mahler 9 stands out as a hauntingly beautiful ode to life, even in the face of darkness. Along with his signature dramatic lyricism, the work is imbued with fragile joy. With this Mahler bids adieu to the romantic ideal of artist as hero, quoting from his own Kindertotenlieder “The Day is beautiful”. British conductor guest Mark Wigglesworth conducts the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra in this gigantic work.

DEWAN FILHARMONIK PETRONAS: Level 2, Tower 2, PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC, KL. Tickets: RM141 RM113 RM84 RM56. 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/

APRIL 27: Live at Pintu Lounge

PINTU LOUNGE, OLD MALAYA: 8, Lorong Raja Chulan, KL. Call 03-2022 1680 / 017-680 8761

APRIL 27: Warehouse Sessions #24

...and the Warehouse Sessions is back but this time as a curated evening of independent wholesome indie goodness happening twice* a month on Saturdays! Come with an open mind, and you will surely have a blast. With:
Armand Tanzarian is the longtime solo project of composer Derryk, combining disparate-but-connected genres such as post-rock, emo, shoegazing and math rock to create expansive, progressive music while telling personal stories about depression, lost loves, and finding embers of hope despite having no more reason to. Using a guitar, a loop pedal and occasional woodwinds to build an epic wall of sound, Armand Tanzarian focuses on creating as much chaos and fury as is possible for a solo musician to make while still playing melodic, story-based songs. Follow him: https://www.instagram.com/armandtanzarianmusic/

Nazim Ifran is a indie, pop singer-songwriter from Kuala Lumpur. He began writing music at early age and drawing inspiration from various artist. In 2013, he started performing in and around Kuala Lumpur, and in 2014 released his debut single. He has since actively been promoting his music through various platforms. Follow him: https://www.instagram.com/nazimifran/

Airinna Namara's passion and inspiration has led to her constantly discovering music from the past and recognising the influence and motivation behind how this has developed into the music that we listen to today. Singing and writing from her old soul, with her tastes ranging from rocking to The 1975 and The Smiths through to studying the melodies and lyrics of artists like Taylor Swift and Lana Del Rey...and her eclectic tastes moving through modern and retro music genres with her own music best being described as a blend of pop and indie, changing with her moods from dreamy to melancholy. Follow her: https://www.instagram.com/airinna.namara/

RIL’s BANGSAR: 30, Jalan Telawi 5, Bangsar Baru, KL. Call 03-2201 3846 or e-mail reservations@rils.com.my

APRIL 27: Saturday at Le Noir KL

Acoustic Fourplay live on stage with pop, rock and R&B from 11pm onwards.

APRIL 27: Saturday at The Iron Fairies KL

The Siblings 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

APRIL 28: Beverley Matujal at NBT

Beverly Matujal is a singer-songwriter born and raised in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. She began her foray into songwriting when she was 11 and has been writing ever since. Influenced by the stylings of female songwriters in the 70s, her unique and clear, angelic voice has captivated audiences alike. Whether it's the Penang Island Jazz Festival, Borneo Rhythm of Rimba (RoR) Festival, or more exclusive private events like the Sabah Tourism Awards and the Shell Malaysia Safety Awards, people can't help but be amazed by the sheer talent that comes from this pint-sized Sabahan lass. Beverly's debut five-track EP titled Echoes' was released in August 2017 to favourable reviews and a song from the EP ('Compass'), was even shortlisted as a semi-finalist in the 2017 International Songwriting Competition (ISC) out of thousands of applicants.

NO BLACK TIE: 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL. Admission: RM32. Concert menu available. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.

APRIL 28: Sunday at Le Noir KL

Muzza (Muzza's Page) live on stage from 11pm.

APRIL 29: Le Noir KL Monday

Muzza (Muzza's Page) live on stage from 10pm.

APRIL 30: Raising The Bar presents K-Clique Live in KL

Few acts have impacted Malaysian hip-hop the way K-Clique has. Constantly repping their heritage in their music and visuals, the trailblazing rap group has quickly risen up the ranks and amassed millions of views with each video, within just months of arriving onto the scene. Catch them live before they get any bigger this April 30 at The Bee.

THE BEE @ PUBLIKA: 36B, Block C, Level G2, Publika, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL. Door charge: RM50. Call 03-6201 8577 or e-mail bees@thebee.com.my

APRIL 30: Le Noir KL Tuesday

Lily Jannah hits the stage from 10pm.

APRIL 30: Chamber Concert at the DFP

Relax after work and explore the richness and depth of the chamber music repertoire in their Chamber series, featuring the MPO musicians performing in small ensembles. Concerts last approximately one hour. With Niels Dittmann (English horn) and Tan Keng Hong (garp) performing Pasculli’s Omaggio à Bellini for English horn and Harp, Marcel Andriesii (violin) and Loo Bang Hean (piano) performing Schubert’s Fantasy in C major D934 for Violin and Piano, and Timothy Peters (violin), Mátyás Major (cello) and Akiko Daniš (piano) performing Brahms’ Piano Trio No. 1 in B major, Op.8

DEWAN FILHARMONIK PETRONAS: Level 2, Tower 2, PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC, KL. Tickets: RM28. 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/