We move half way into April with a selection of what's going on in clubs, DJ nights and electronica across the Klang Valley this week ahead. Be Supportive. Be careful. Be Alert, Be Kind. Stay Safe and Enjoy. The City List wishes Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Fitri this weekend to all readers.
Pisco KL
Intermission & SaturdaySelects are thrilled to welcome back RONI, the head of Nehza Records, to our beautiful city for an unforgettable night of high-energy electronic music from across the spectrum at Pisco KL this Sunday 23 April 2023. RONI has been making waves in the electronic music scene with her unique and diverse sound, and via her label, has been innovative in its approach to music and its commitment to supporting emerging artists. https://www.facebook.com/roni.nehza
The night at Pisco KL will feature RONI (Nehza Records), 535EYE (Intermission), Roshan (SaturdaySelects), MIA (Fono) and BB.BULAN Intermission).
This Friday the Powerpuff Parade return to Pisco Upstairs for a special Powerpuff Ketupat Parade. Expect some Ketupat Disco, Lemang Techno and Rendang House featuring Lzzy, RIMKA and JonnyVicious. 10pm onwards. Admission: RM30.
Saturday meanwhile is Saturday Special Pasta de Janeiro with Matto upstairs playing you Afro, disco and funk music from 11pm onwards.
Spin Nights on Wednesdays 5pm onwards are also a weekly feature at Pisco KL. Go in and get lucky – place your order and spin the wheel for a chance at free drinks. Call +603-2142 2900 for bookings and information. Visit Pisco KL on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/piscokl or https://www.instagram.com/pisco_kl/ for more information and dates and booking details.
Pisco KL, 29, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, KL
KUNA ROOFTOP KL
A Raya special Sweatbox this Saturday at Kuna Rooftop featuring for the very first time at Sweatbox the one and only Stelios Vassiloudis of Bedrock/Ovum alongside two of Sweatbox's lovely residents, Meliha and Obadius. Another one for the books, so let’s get grooving at Kuna Rooftop this Saturday, 22 April 2023 from 10pm onwards.
Kuna Rooftop KL at TREC this Friday all night from 11pm onwards. There's also Saturday with all night from 11pm onwards. Sunday Sundaze meanwhile sees Julia Deychuk from 11pm onwards.
For more information and reservations visit https://www.facebook.com/kunarooftop
KUNA ROOTOP, HG07, The Hive, TREC, 435 Jalan Tun Razak, KL
Crane KL
Play For Passion continues its weekly return and checks back in this Sunday 23 March 2023 for another round seeking to seek to promote the various genres/sub-genres of non-mainstream electronic music, primarily house, techno, tech house, trance and drum'n'bass. Follow them at https://www.facebook.com/playforpassion.my/. This Sunday from 4pm onwards features Abi, CTK, Dimensions, Justus, K-Man, Ramsey Westwood, Wak Dero and White Crane.
Crane KL and UP-stairs open daily. All-day dining begins at noon (Sunday 10am) and closes at midnight with the last order at 11.30pm. A breakfast menu will be offered on Sundays. Upstairs cocktail bar opens Tues-Sunday from 4pm with 1+1 on Cocktails from 4pm to 9pm Wed & Thur.
Bookings available +6012-209 7057 / +6013-218 5712. Visit http://cranekl.com/ / https://www.facebook.com/CraneKL / https://www.instagram.com/thecrane_kl/
Crane KL, 78, Jalan Sultan, KL
W Kuala Lumpur
Weekly offerings at W Kuala Lumpur's Wetdeck and Woobar:
WETDeck 12th Floor – Wednesday with Random KID, Thursday with Choobs, Friday with Gracie and Hong, Saturday with Victor Trixter and Hong, Sunday with Kuma, Monday with Adrian G, Tuesday with Kuma. 7pm onwards. RSVP with them here: https://wa.me/60123479088.
Woobar 8th Floor – Friday and Sunday - Bionic (Low & MamaDayo & Miss SS) 7.30pm. Saturday afternoon 3pm with DJ Mie. RSVP Required. For RSVP call +6012-347 9088 W: https://bit.ly/WKLWOOBARRSVP
Flock 8th Floor – The Sunday Affair 12noon accompanied by LFS and Madgicians. RSVP with them here: https://wa.me/60123479088
W Kuala Lumpur, 121, Jalan Ampang, KL
The Iron Fairies KL
The week ahead at The Iron Fairies KL from 10pm onwards in the Butterfly Room and downstairs. Wednesday sees Meliha playing house and techno all night in the Butterfly Room. There's also Thursday R&B and hip hop with Ayana. Friday sees Eugene with house and techno, and MyMax downstairs with R&B and hip hop. Saturday sees JonnyVicious in the Butterfly Room with house and techno, and DJ Takiho downstairs with R&B and hip hop. Sunday with Omard in the Butterfly Room for techno all night.
For reservations call +6016-221 3612. Visit https://www.facebook.com/theironfairieskl for more information and who's performing.
THE IRON FAIRIES KL, H-G-06, HIVES, TREC, 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL
AURA Gastrolounge
Saturdays at Aura Gastrolounge in Kota Damansara, PJ. Aura brings the sound of techno from the 90s up till 2023 in a menage of eclectic real beats to educate the local mass on the eclectic diversity of techno. With Linz, Stef4n, RDN, MGICIAN and MC Jordanz.
This Friday it's an Electronicity PreParty special with Linz, Stef4n, RDN, MGICIAN and MC Jordanz and more besides. Watch out for news of next month's Electronicity soon to come.
Visit https://instagram.com/auratheexperience or https://linktr.ee/AuraGastrolounge for information and bookings.
AURA, M-GF-3, Pusat Perdagangan Kota Damansara, 12, Jalan PJU 5/1, PJ
XO
They continue the month with their usual suspects dishing out the hottest R&B and hip hop jams and disco and house music to make you bounce. Wednesday Ladies Night features Royals with music by Ashes. This Thursday with Freazz. Friday with Roshan. Saturday with Kino and Sunday this weekend with MJ.
For reservation DM https://www.instagram.com/_xo_kl_/ https://www.facebook.com/xochinatown or call +6011-3321 7299.
XO, 5, Jalan Balai Polis, Chinatown, KL
Concubine KL
For some proper late-night shenanigans, look no further than Concubine KL. More reasons to get your dancing shoes on and boogie the night away this weekend. Friday with Matto playing you Afro and Latin House. Saturday with Random KID and Sunday with Dan $hiv for R&G and hip hop.
For bookings and information: https://www.facebook.com/concubinekl / https://www.instagram.com/concubine_kl/
Concubine, 2, Lorong Panggung, Chinatown, KL
Baijiu KL
Cocktails, dim sum, Djs, Get Sum, swing by for your fix of oriental charm in the heart of Chinatown KL right here. DJ appearances on Friday with Jay J in the house and Saturday with Gracie providing house music. 10pm onwards. Bar opening hours: 5pm – 2am (Tuesdays to Mondays). Ladies Night with crafted cocktails every Wednesday and Thursday. 5Pm to midnight – buy one get one free. RM10 for ladies. Midnight to 2am: free for ladies only. Tel: +6018-367 938. Reservations: https://letsumai.com/widget/baijiu
Baijiu KL, 4, Lorong Panggung, off Jalan Petaling, Kuala Lumpur
Mantra Bar KL
Rooftop Lounge at Bangsar Village 2. Wednesday this week for their Girl Power Ladies Night there's Julia and guests on the decks. Enjoy 2 for 1 deals on selected drinks all night long. On Friday, there's Sunset Session from 6pm to 9pm with Kumaraza and Future Fridays with Radz and Ctoo after 9pm. There are also Saturday Serious Beats with Roshan this weekend providing you with dance music for the night.
Visit www.MantraBarKL.com / https://www.instagram.com/mantrabarkl/ for information, happenings and reservations or alternatively WhatsApp their reservations team at +6017-344 8299.
Mantra Bar KL, Bangsar Village 2, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar, KL
Simply Retro by Tin Box
Have you checked out Simply Retro by Tin Box outlet at TREC KL? Unwind and pay homage to the past with classic hits such as Don't Stop Believin, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun and many more! Come on over and boogie with them as Simply Retro by Tin Box takes you on a musical journey back to when mirror balls ruled the dance floor with Bernie (Wednesday), Jazzie Jay (Thursday), JME (Friday) and Francis K (Saturday) this week.
Opening times: Tues - Thurs: 6:30pm – 12am / Fri & Sat: 6:30pm – 1am /Sun & Mon: Closed. Reservations: https://tinbox.my/.
Simply Retro, H-G-02, HIVE, TREC 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL
Scandalous TTDI
A neighbourhood retro exclusive bar club which plays only music videos. The outlet specialises in pure music videos from the 80s, 90s and selected current hits over the last 4 decades. Theme nights run from Mondays Retro Chill, Tuesdays 80s and 90s, Wednesdays Ladies Nite with free drinks for ladies, Thursday Mambo Jumbo, Fridays Retro Power, Saturday R&B, hip hop and more. VDJ Rain is the resident VDJ from Tuesdays to Saturdays. Hours: 4pm till 1am - Tuesdsay to Thursday/ 4pm till 2am- Friday and Saturday. For information and reservations call +6011-8888 7076. You can find them on the socials via Instagram- @scandalousTTDI and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ScandalousTTDI
Scandalous TTDI, 122A, Jalan Burhanuddin Helmi, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, KL
MARINI’s on 57
It’s Playdate on 57 at Marini's On 57 - a Thursday night that sets the tone for the weekend. Splendid views of the majestic KL skyline, delightful drinks and vibes accompany the sounds of DJ Timmy. 8pm onwards.
This Wednesday, Ladies grab your Stilettos and strut into Marini’s on 57 for Cakes and Stilettos with DJ Nexto. The party starts 9pm onwards. Dress code: Classy, Sassy and a Little Bad Assy. Contact as above.
Marini's on 57 presents Venerdi at 57 Fridays. Ladies don the style of Venus and don't forget to crown yourself with a laurel heath. And to the men, be the Emperor to the Empress. Party starts 9pm onwards. Music (open format and Top 40) by Nexto.
Saturdays presents In-can-de-scenza. 9Pm onwards. Music from DJ Double A with open format and Top 40 commercial. Dress code: Neon Lit.
Sunday sees Sunset Session with DJ Miss SS, DJ Timmy with Calvin Clarke on the rhythms from 6pm onwards. Unwind in style a long week with some tasty libations and a sky high atmosphere.
For reservations, contact them at +603-2386 6030 or email reservations@marinisgroup.com.
Marini's on 57, Level 57, Menara 3 Petronas, KLCC, KL
Latin dances with Jinggo Bilboa
Weekly Wednesday Salsa at Pobeda Kitchen & Bar (7pm), Thursday Salsa (7pm) at Sky Lounge and Sunday Afro Latin (9pm) at V's Lounge, with DJ Jinggo Bilboa playing anything from salsa, bachata, kizomba to urban and Afro beats. Text/Whatsapp +6017-236 0820 / +6017-359 1669 for enquiry.
Pobeda Kitchen & Bar, 18-1A, Changkat Bukit Bintang, KL / V's Lounge (above Zenzero Restaurant), Level M1, Amplewest Building, Jalan Puncak, off Jalan P. Ramlee, KL / Sky Lounge, Level 6, Nu Sentral, KL
After Dark Social Club
What better time than this Friday and Saturday to catch up with DJ Sharky this Friday and Cynfanic this Saturday as they provide the vibes, music and beats. For table/group bookings call +603-2201 9699.
After Dark Social Club, T-225A&B, 3rd Floor, The Gardens Mall, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, KL
RED ROOM at TREC
Red Room is an extraordinary boutique club located in TREC KL, with a Brooklyn New York street vibe. Music offerings for the week:
Wednesday TredLight with music by Ash, supported by Kinge. Thursday Take Off Afrobeats with MCHL! and Ghost, hyped by Kazuki Vybez. Free drinks for ladies till 2am. Red Fridays with music by Nahsyk and DJ Priz. Saturday with music by Vicki and Nahsyk. They're also open this Sunday.
WhatsApp +6011-6061 1629 for reservations. Five girls in a group get a free bottle of vodka. Applicable Wednesdays to Sundays. Visit https://www.facebook.com/redroommy / https://www.instagram.com/redroommy/ for information and reservation details.
RED ROOM, Electric Boulevard, 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL
Sessions.SSS in Chinatown
Fridays Deep Sessions with Eaxon and Vikna Roshan from 11pm onwards. Saturday hip hop and R&B bangers with Vikna Roshan.
Sessions, 141, Jalan Petaling, KL
Cheong Somm, 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. Stimulate your senses with our sommelier, Alison Christ as she guides you through a fun blind tasting of 4 wines. Tuesday weekly 6-10pm. Visit https://www.facebook.com/cheongsomm / https://www.instagram.com/cheongsomm_kl/ for information and bookings.
Cheong Somm, REX KL, 80, Jalan Sultan, KL
dwp Bar KL
Come up to their First Floor Wine Lounge from 9pm onwards and start your Saturday nights with music to get you into the weekend vibe! Bring your friends over and reserve a table to start your weekend. Online store: https://dwpkl.com RSVN: +6012-240 2616 / +6012-273 9842. WeChat: dwpbarkl
dwp Bar KL, Unit G-2, Ground Floor, KL Trillion, No. 338, Jalan Tun Razak, KL
The X, Bangsar
Xscape at The X. Need to unwind after a long week? The X is the place to be where DJ Double D and DJ Leo will bring you great music to dance to as we chill and catch up with friends. Come through this Friday and Saturday and experience a weekend like no other. Visit https://www.facebook.com/thexbangsar
67G, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, KL
The Locker & Loft PJ
The Locker & Loft presents House Sessions this Friday 10pm till late. Munch, swig, jig with house music this Friday. Bar opens 5pm onwards (Sundays 12noon onwards). Happy Hours – 5pm – 8pm Tue-Fri. Closed on Mondays. +6017-377 3766. Reservations are recommended on weekends as it does get crowded early. https://www.facebook.com/lockerandloft
The Locker & Loft, 40A, Jalan SS20/10, Damansara Kim, PJ
kyō kl
Weekly there are Ikigai Ladies on Wednesday with Exclusive Pete and Nahsyk. Complimentary entry and drinks for ladies until 1am, Boombox Friday, Saturday Fresh Cutz and Sunday Off The Hook are also popular for the weekend.
Club entry is usually via cover charge unless specified and advance table reservations. WhatsApp +6012-921 1730). Operating hours - 10pm to 3am. Instagram :www.instagram.com/clubkyokl
kyō kl, Mandarin Oriental, Basement Level 3, KLCC, KL
Maristar
Straight Outta Maristar. Come move and groove to the best of R&B, hip hop and new era dance music at Maristar this Wednesday. The party starts 10pm onwards with DJ Ruckes on the decks. Stardust Ladies Night at Marista every Thursday. Music by Nexto. Big Bang every Friday with Top 40 and dance music by DJ Ruckes. The party starts at 9pm onwards. Guests can call +603-2386 6030 or email reservations@marinisgroup.com to book a table.
Maristar, The Starhill, LG02, 181, Jalan Bukit Bintang, KL
Zouk Genting
Heading up the highlands to Genting? With 35,000 square feet of space, and 6,000ft in the clouds, Zouk Genting is set to revolutionise the country’s nightlife scene by housing five distinctive destination zones under one roof. Together, Empire, Zouk Club, RedTail by Zouk, RedTail Karaoke and FUHU, a brand new vibe dining concept, will allow patrons to enjoy endless luxury in an array of ambiences in one ideal location above the clouds. This Saturday at Empire – DJ Mili with Neil on support. Ticketing and packages via https://book.rwgenting.com/member2/OtherApp/ZoukStep2.aspx
Over at RedTail – resident DJ Neil plays Wednesdays to Fridays.
Visit https://zoukgroup.com/zouk-malaysia/ for more information or https://book.rwgenting.com/member2/OtherApp/ZoukStep1.aspx for ticketing information.
ZOUK Atrium, SkyAvenue, Genting Highlands Resorts, Genting Highlands
SPARK KL
Out with the old, in with the new. April with the Spark KL residents at TREC. Thursday Ladies Night/PInkfish preparty with BATE, supported by Julian and Def. Friday with Blink, Vgene and Hypeembeats. Saturday with Ken Fung, Thesim and Mizz Kiya. Sunday Holiday Eve Special with Nahsyk, supported by Julian and Naro. For reservations, please Call/WhatsApp +6010-303 8800. Visit them at https://www.facebook.com/sparkclubkl / https://www.instagram.com/sparkclubkl/
SPARK KL, 436, Jalan Tun Razak, KL
Dragonfly KL
This week Let Loose with Drip Thursday with Radz, Luqe and Ashcobar. Friday there's Flipze with Hezron, K3nji and MC Qu3kid. Saturday sees Joleen, K3nji and MC Qu3kid. Get your tickets, for more info/rsvn: WhatsApp +6012-628 9876.
Follow their Instagram/facebook pages: www.instagram.com/dragonfly.kl / https://www.facebook.com/DragonflyKualaLumpur for information and reservations.
Dragonfly KL, Level 50, Naza Tower, Platinum Park, KLCC, KL
Gēmu Club KL
Ladies night Wednesday with Sherry Alyssa and Zanmonic (ladies free entry all night), hyped by D-Tee. Thursday Liquid Dream with Naro and Thesim, supported by Creonmax (ladies free entry all night). Friday Arcane with Ken Fung, Zanmonic. Hyped by D-Tee. Saturday Delta 5 with Vgene and MC Ruff, supported by Creonmax. Fashion on Sunday with Dirty Signal, Zanmonic, hyped by MC Ruff. Check out https://www.instagram.com/gemuclubkl/ / https://www.facebook.com/gemuclubkl for information and party nights. Hours: 10pm – 3am
For RSVP or more info contact them at +6011-2639 5797 / +6012-328 7615. Please be mindful of RTK Test SOPs and be well prepared AND early.
Gēmu, 1, Jalan Kia Peng, KL
RUST KL
Check out Rust KL at https://www.facebook.com/Rusttt.KL for what's going on musically across the week. Music offered ranges from old school hip hop to house, drum'n'bass, techno to reggae and dub.
RUST KL, 115, Jalan Petaling, KL