Finishing July with a selection of what's going on in arts, theatre, comedy, live music, clubs, DJ nights across the Klang Valley this week ahead. Be Supportive. Be careful. Be Alert, Be Kind. Stay Safe and enjoy. Be mindful of all SOPs in place.
W Kuala Lumpur this week
Social Sunday this 31 July 2022 up on the Wetdeck. What's better on a lazy Sunday afternoon than tan lines and good times? Laze around the pool and while your Sunday afternoon away alongside chill vibes, good company, yummy food and, of course, good tunes. Mingle, laugh and even dip into the pool in the heart of KL City with epic views of the Twin Towers at the hottest spot in town. Featuring Victor G, Roshan, Irama, Kaiza, Mister Rodrigo, RIMKA & Calvin Clarke (percussions).
Level 12, Wetdeck / 31/07/2022 / 3pm onwards / Table reservations only. RSVP Link: https://bit.ly/WETDeckWKL
Also, this week at W Kuala Lumpur:
WetDeck – Wednesday with Random KID, Thursday with Choobs, Friday with Victor Trixter, Saturday with Phil K Lee, Social Sunday (3pm). 7Pm onwards.
Woobar – Friday with Bionic (Low & MamDayo & Miss SS) 7.30pm, Saturday with DJ Mie (3pm) / Bionic (7.30pm) and Sunday afternoon with DJ Mie.
RSVP Required *Minimum spend entry applies. For RSVP call +60-12-347 9088 Email: bf.wkualalumpur@whotels.com / W: https://bit.ly/WKLWOOBARRSVP
W Kuala Lumpur is at 121, Jalan Ampang, KL.
Pisco KL
The time has come to present you with the last party of the 7 parties puzzle celebrating Art Xtreme Media's 7th anniversary and Sweatbox Records 4th at Pisco KL (this Friday 29 July 2022. Before they embark on a new Sweatbox journey and relaunch it, it was their pleasure to present you with a preview of what is yet to come and to celebrate this milestone in various venues around Malaysia. Obadius, RIMKA, Meliha and Biscuit on deck duties, aiming to bring you the Friday night fun you deserve. Party starts at 9PM till late, cover charge 20 RM.
Pisco Presents Thursday Night Live returns 28 July 2022 with a performance by Ross Faren. 8Pm onwards.
Saturday Upstairs Afro Funky Gnocchi 30 July 2022 with music by Matto. Free entry.
Spin Nights on Wednesdays are also a feature at Pisco KL.
Pisco KL is at 29, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL. Call +603-2142 2900 for bookings and information. Visit Pisco KL on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/piscokl for more information and dates and more booking details.
FUBAR KL
Check in to one of the latest to open up in KL. And they've got house and electronic music to accompany cocktails and eats being offered for your pleasure and taste buds right beside the Heritage Row in KL.
This Friday – Elevate the sounds as Kuma and Omar seek to transcend your party experience.
Saturday - MY Connected Records & Lost Tales join forces to bring you a showcase of Melodic/Organic House, House & Techno. DJs on the night Also Ken, Biscuit, Chunkymunky, Created By Circuits, Nazarud, Rays.
Fubar KL opens Tuesday to Sunday at 6pm till late. Reservations contact/DM them at https://www.facebook.com/fubar.kl or +6011- 1282 6975.
FUBAR KL is at 12, Jalan Kamunting, Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur.
Crane KL
Live music and music beats at Crane KL to accompany your eats and drinks and cocktails in the heart of Chinatown KL. Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Crane KL welcomes everyone to their scenic restaurant and Upstairs bar where you can expect excellent service, tasty food, fine wine, draught beers and deliciously interesting craft cocktails in warm and comfortable surroundings.
This week Crane Downstairs 8pm onwards there's live music featuring some of the cream of today's live music regulars in the KL Nightlife scene and beyond.
Wednesday Night brings you Priscillia Xavier. Then, there's Thursday Night with Jason Raj. Lakshmi & Yew Han perform on Friday Night. Saturday Night meanwhile with the inimitable Russell Curtis, plus Sunday Chill and Jive from noon with Jerome Christopher and Claire Chew on piano and vocals.
On decks Upstairs from 9pm onwards: Wednesday with Kirstie Maximus, Thursday with Aku Ash, Friday with White Crane, Saturday with Kuma and Sunday with DJ Augie.
All-day dining begins at noon (Sunday 10am) and closes at 12 midnight with the last order at 11.30pm. A breakfast menu will be offered on Sundays. Upstairs cocktail bar opens Tues-Sunday from 4.00pm to 12.00 midnight with 1+1 on Cocktails from 4pm to 9pm Wed & Thur.
Crane KL is at 78, Jalan Sultan, KL. Bookings available +6012-209 7057 / +6013-218 5712. Visit http://cranekl.com/ / https://www.facebook.com/CraneKL / https://www.instagram.com/thecrane_kl/
The Iron Fairies KL Live & Butterfly Room
Questionmark Wednesday at The Iron Fairies KL tonight. With DJ Mie, Mickey McLean and Nazreth joining forces with Biscuit in The Butterfly Room 10 PM onwards. Always keep your dancing shoes on.
Continuing the week as well, in the Butterfly Room, there's also Thursday R&B with Musher and Radz, Friday with Alam, Saturday with Victor G, and Sunday with Julia.
Meanwhile, there's live music at The Iron Fairies KL from Wednesdays onwards from the Fairy Dust Factory Stage from 8pm. Wednesday features the Jason Raj Trio. Thursday Stan Konnexions performs. Friday with Sounds of Jane. Saturday features Samantha Diana.
THE IRON FAIRIES KL is at H-G-06, HIVES, TREC, 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL. Free entry. Call 016-221 3612. Visit https://www.facebook.com/theironfairieskl for more information and who's performing.
Sunday Jam – Volume 6 by Paranoid Airlines at Visuals
Your New Sunday Afternoon hangout at Visuals, PJ. Party starts at 3pm. Strictly timeless house music for adults brought to you by Paranoid Airline, Stereo Lab & Mr Q. This Sunday featuring Q, Niza Minx, DJK, Chinois, Rohan, CT Kan and Rafi Deep Disc. Open for table bookings now on a first call/text first serve basis.For table reservations: Call/Text: +60 12-686 6938.
Visuals is at 125a, 1st Floor, Jalan Gasing, Section 10, 46200, PJ.
kyō kl
With the return of kyō kl they've got some handy nights out to offer this month. There's Ikigai Ladies night ft Afaro & Queen T this Wednesday (tonight) with complimentary entry and drinks for ladies until 1am. Friday goes Boombox with Ashes & Musher. On Saturday there's Fresh Cutz with Kooler & DJ Cza. Sunday meanwhile goes Off The Hook with some Afro thrown in ft DJ Hawk & Mj. Club entry is via cover charge and advance table reservations (WhatsApp +60-12921 1730). Operating hours - 10pm to 3am. Instagram :www.instagram.com/clubkyokl
kyō kl is located at Mandarin Oriental, Basement Level 3, KLCC, KL.
WIP Bangsar
Gastrobar WIP Bangsar, located at the prominent Bangsar Shopping Centre, continues to showcase an urban-tropic garden concept.
Lots of house music this week at WIP. Wine Down Wednesday with Aidaho (Goodnight KL) and Mister Rodrigo (Laksa Records) playing you Deep House, Chicago House and Disco. Saturday - Our House with Gasing and Mister Rodrigo playing you funk, soul and deep house. Sunday Sesh with Daaliah and Dora.
W.I.P @ BSC is at the Urban Tropic Garden, Lot G111, Ground Flr, Bangsar Shopping Centre, 285, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar. KL
Metasky
Metasky boasts Malaysia’s first combination dance floor and NFT gallery, with NFTs from content creators on display. Metasky provides a cool and relaxed atmosphere for dining and drinks, overlooking the Kuala Lumpur skyline with fantastic views of the KLCC Twin Towers, the KL Tower and the Merdeka 118 Tower. Music for the week. Tuesday – 411 with Musher & MyMax. Wednesday – Metababes with DJ Mirs. Thursday – Skylaunch Vol 1 with DJ Raj and guest. Friday Frolic with DJ MCHL. Saturday Token with DJ Hawk. Saucy Sunday with Beatmilitia presents La Bailamos (Funkayrol & Adib) & friends (CT Kan, Kumaraza, Imran127). Free entry. RSVP: +6019- 696 2300.
Metasky operates from 5 pm to 3 am, with a combination of western cuisine and local favourites menu and exquisite decor and soundsystem to wind down after a long day.
Metasky, Level 13, Hotel Maya, 138, Jalan Ampang, KL
REXKL / The Background
As a result of the overwhelming response from last week’s R&B night, REXKL and Kokadaimon is presenting to you – Hip Hop night today 27July 2022 (Wednesday, 8pm-11pm). With Q Dawg & Parsa. Mani Fazelli & Zoal will also be a part of the line-up. With DJ Ayana pn decks pre and post party.
This Satuday 30 July 2022 at The Background Marketplace, DJ Biscuit takes to the decks 8pm to 10pm.
Visit www.facebook.com/hellorexkl for information.
REX KL is at 80, Jalan Sultan, KL.
CHEONG SOMM at REXKL
Enriching people’s lives through wine, food, conversation, music and art, Cheong Somm Wine Bar supports family owned wineries that promote sustainability for the planet with biodynamic, organic, natural and sustainable wines. Musicwise this week: Friday Fiesta with Ira and Saturday Session with Omar & Kristy.
Cheong Somm is at REX KL, 80, Jalan Sultan, KL.
ACE Bangsar, KL
Over at Bangsar's latest luxury members lounge for distinguished individuals: Stacked Wednesday there's Alfie Rrari & c0d0gg, Thursday Ladies Night with Gasing & ChunkyMunky, Full House Friday with Joey G and Mister Rodrigo and Royal Flush Saturday with Xaufunk ft Afaro, Aidaho & Undergroove.
ACE - https://www.facebook.com/AceKualaLumpur/ is located at 18, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, KL
REWIND at Aqua Pool Bar & Lounge with Kooler this Friday
A party you don’t wanna miss at Auqua Pool Bar & Lounge, Mandarin Oriental this Friday 29 July 2022. Featuring 80’s, 90’s & 2000’s Music all night long played to you by DJ Kooler. 5Pm onwards. Rsvns: +60-1175 1195.
Aqua Pool Bar & Lounge is at Level 3, Mandarin Oriental KL, KLCC, KL
BOBO KL
Bobo KL welcomes this weekend’s featured artistes The Frankie Sixes for 28 – 30 July 2022. Get your swing dance shoes for some swing and trad jazz as those super cool, super slick Sixes are back with their full six piece. Reza Salleh leads on vocals, with Isaac Marvin (trumpets), KJ (drums), Ee Jeng (keys), Che Wan (double bass), Eddy Lim (saxophone).
BoboKL has Music All Week Long featuring ‘Soloists in Residence’. Come with friends for casual fun and good music. Weekend Headliners perform Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
This month: Tuesday showcases DoubleAze returning to Bobo KL for this week's Guitar 'n' Jiwa. Wednesday Jazz David Gomes for this week on piano and vocals, while Sunday Sing-a-long sees Eddie Zachariah on piano and vocals.
Reservations required. WhatsApp +6017-390 5945. Visit cloudtix.co/bobokl for tickets to shows available and https://www.facebook.com/BoboKualaLumpur for details and SOPs.
Bobo is at 65-2, Jalan Bangkung, KL.
Kinda Blue Jazz Club & Restaurant
The KL Jazz Club promotes weekly Jazz, Blues, Funk, R&B, Classic Rock and Creative Music shows by both international and local artists. RM60. Make your reservation today by WhatsApp +6012-571 7759.
MARINI’s on 57
Model’s Playdate gets a touch of glam this Thursday as they welcome DJ Miss SS to take over their decks from 8PM onwards. Bring your best pals and gals for a night in the sky at Marini’s on 57. Contact them at +603-2386 6030 or email reservations@marinisgroup.com.
This Wednesday, Ladies grab your Stilettos and strut in to Marini’s on 57 for Cakes and Stilettos with DJ Nexto. Party starts 9pm onwards. Dress code: Classy, Sassy and a Little Bad Assy. Contact as above.
Marini's on 57 is at Level 57, Menara 3 Petronas, KLCC, KL
R&B & Hip Hop Wednesdays at Maristar
Come move and groove to the best of R&B, Hip-Hop and new era dance music at Maristar. The party starts 9pm onwards with DJ Ruckes on the decks. Guests can call +603-2386 6030 or email reservations@marinisgroup.com to book a table. Maristar is at The Starhill, LG02, 181, Jalan Bukit Bintang, KL.
Techno Thursday at MVP Bangsar
There's a new Techno Thursday night at MVP Sportsbar & Kitchen. This week, EJ Missy, with Rays and Aduti. Free entry.
MVP is at 21A, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, KL.
Loop Lounge 180°
REWIND with the Jason Martin Experience (JME) & Bernie. Enjoy a vast selection of yesteryear clubbing gems and a dose of current tunes usually hosted and mixed by Bernie (Friday) & JME (Jason Martin Experience) (Saturday). No covers. RSVP +6012-668 9978 for table reservations.
Loop Lounge 180° is located on the 34th flr Pacific Regency Hotel And Suites KL.
Concubine KL
Love is Love this weekend. Friday with Axel Groove and Saturday with Matto providing the vibes and beat. For bookings and information: https://www.facebook.com/concubinekl
Concubine is at 2, Lorong Panggung, Chinatown, KL
Latin dances with Jinggo Bilboa
Weekly Wednesdays and Sundays (10pm) at V's Lounge, Thursdays (7pm) at Sky Lounge and Friday's at Smoke & Lilly with DJ Jinggo Bilboa playing you anything from salsa, bachata, kizomba to urban and Afro beats. Text/watssap +6017-236 0820 / +6017-359 1669 for enquiry.
V's Lounge (above Zenzero Restaurant) is at Level M1, Amplewest Building, Jalan Puncak, off Jalan P. Ramlee, KL. / Sky Lounge, Level 6, Nu Sentral, KL / Smoke & Lilly, 17, Jalan Angsoka, off Jalan Nagasari, Bukit Bintang, KL
Beats Anomaly at GeoWine Nation Pavilion
This Friday 29 July 2022 at GeoWine Nation, Beats Anomaly with Lady Anna, Supported By DJ Yen from 8 pm onwards. Call or WhatsApp for your party seats now. For Enquiries & Reservations: https://wasap.my/60105667583 - Ivy / https://wasap.my/60183778291 - Sharlene / https://wasap.my/60182614291 – Matthias / https://wasap.my/60127307482 - Robert.
MERDEKARYA LIVE
The grassroots live music bar with music and performances.
Wednesday today Razak A'ai plays your original songs. Thursday with the Razlan Ramli Quarter playing your original rock. There's more original rock on Friday with Speakzodiac. Saturday with Putrabumi playing your original Malaysiana rock.
Tickets for this week: Wed/Thur/Sat: Free entry. Fri: RM30 pre book / RM40 door/free entry for members. Check out their website at https://www.merdekarya.com for information, ticketing/entry/reservation. Member reservations: +6018-661 4553.
More information https://www.facebook.com/Merdekarya-379447802136079.
Merdekarya is located at 352 1st Flr, Jalan 5/57, Petaling Garden, Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Opening times: Live Bar 8pm, Bar B and The Balcony Bar 7pm.
Live at Jao Tim presents
Live at Jao Tim presents the Julian Chan Trio this 28 & 29 July 2022. Jazz chamber trio with Julian Chan (saxophone), Rizal Tony (guitar), Zulhilmy Zulkifli (bass).
Live at Jao Tim presents Ronnie & The Orbitons this 30 July 2022 playing you 2000s R&B. Joining Ronnie – Arthur Kam (drums), Sylvia Wong (keys), Khairul Aiman (bass), Marcus Leong (guitar).
Visit Jao Tim, purchase tickets and for more information on performances, their weekly jam sessions and dinner at https://www.jaotim.com.
Jao Tim is at 61 (First Flr), Jalan Sultan, KL
Gēmu Club KL
Gēmu Club on Jalan Kia Peng have got another week of clubbing offerings to satisfy your dance music desires. With their team of residents, including PandaMax, Robin, PlusOne, Deadwood, MC D-Tee, Marc, Keith Mintz, MC Millo and more.
For RSVP or more info, contact them at +6011-2639 5797 / +6012-328 7615 or visit https://www.instagram.com/gemuclubkl/ / https://www.facebook.com/gemuclubkl. Please be mindful of RTK Test SOPs and be well prepared AND early.
Gēmu is located at 1, Jalan Kia Peng, KL
Dragonfly KL
Dragonfly KL returns, and is located at Level 50, Naza Tower, Platinum Park, KLCC, KL. Follow their instagram : www.instagram.com/dragonfly.kl.
THE BEE PUBLIKA KL
Talitha at The Bee. Catch the lovely Talitha live this Saturday 30 July 2022, where she’ll be showcasing her newly launched gave u my h3@rt Get your tickets here www.ticket2u.com.my/event/27914
This Sunday 31 July 2022, Denmark's Maximillian is finally coming to Malaysia. He will be performing at The Bee, Publika this 31st of July 2022, Sunday at 7:30pm! Not to mention Athalia & Meer Nash 沙米尔 will be opening the show. It's a free show, RSVP first here: https://forms.gle/m1xF7WTt597XM1h37
Malaysia's longest running independent music venue. The Bee is at Publika, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL. Visit https://www.thebee.com.my / https://www.facebook.com/thebeemy for information.
FONO KL
FONO KL is back. Residents and friends will be curating your lepak soundtrack all month long, while you unwind or catch up with your friends because we all need it.
They end the month this 29 July 2022 with another edition of Fono for Lovers, their love letter to David Mancuso, and his legendary Love Saves The Day (they recommend you to look this up on the internet).
For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/fono.kl and their Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/fono.kl/. Opening house 9PM to 1AM, walk-ins allowed subject to availability. They recommend you make a reservation via Instagram DM to secure your spot for the night.
Fono KL is at the Zhong Shan, Jln Kampung Attap, KL.
The Hungry Tapir
Groove on down to Chinatown at The Hungry Tapir as they kick off a new funk, disco event weekly - Love Shack – this Friday at this vegetarian and vegan bar and restaurant. 9pm onwards.
The Hungry Tapir is at 135, Jalan Petaling, KL. Bookings and reservations visit https://letsumai.com/widget/the-hungry-tapir
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra performs under the batonship of resident conductor Gerard Salonga. This Saturday 30 July 2022 sees the might Symphony No 5 by Beethoven gets an outing from the orchestra. Malaysian Pianist Ng Chong Lim will also perform Schumann's Piano Concerto. Purchase tickets online: https://www.mpo.com.my/2022season/n%C2%B0-5---beethoven.
The Joke Factory
Ready to experience comedy in a dramatic and sassy way? The Joke Factory and PT Foundation present Divas Of Comedy! The unstoppable and hilarious Joanne Kam, together with Bibi KPoh, Prakash Daniel and Kavin Jay, will knock your socks off in a fashionable and most unapologetically diva way! Note that this show is NOT for the faint hearted.
A portion of the proceeds will also go to PT Foundation. WhatsApp: https://wa.me/message/7PXPIOOC2O7HI1 Website: https://bit.ly/3aEuTZi
Visit https://www.facebook.com/thejokefactory.com.my for information about the Publika based comedy house. Whatsapp Link for tickets: https://wa.link/d1lu8x. Seats are limited due to SOP.
KLPAC
Visit KLPac's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/theklpac and https://www.klpac.org for information about KLPac and for more information on what's coming up. Buy Tickets. Online Purchase @ CloudTheatre: https://www.cloudtix.co No phone sales and over the counter sales. E-tickets only.
PJPAC
Visit PJPac at https://pjpac.com.my / https://www.facebook.com/pjpac to find out more on what's coming up. Get your tickets at http://onetix.com.my.
DPAC
Visit DPAC at https://www.dpac.com.my / https://www.facebook.com/damansaraDPAC to find out more on what's coming up and for ticketing information.
Crackhouse Comedy Club
Visit their FB page and website for details/contacts/ticket prices/ - and https://crackhousecomedy.asia or via Peatix.com or save RM5 whatsapp (save RM5) https://wa.me/message/FS5HRNGZYNAVK1 for tickets.
