June continues with a selection of what's going on in clubs, DJ nights and electronica mini fests across Kuala Lumpur this week ahead. Be Supportive. Be careful. Be Alert, Be Kind. Stay Safe and Enjoy.
Crane KL
Play For Passion continues its weekly return and checks back in this Sunday 4 June 2023 for another round seeking 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 it's a Timeless Session from 4pm onwards featuring White Crane, MYDJSHADOW, Noisemaker, Leonard Sinclair, DeSash, Undergroove, Lily and Boris Foong.
Friday: Upstairs features DJ Sexlane for R&B and hip hop music. 10.30Pm onwards.
Saturday: Upstairs features Meliha for some house music. 10.30pm onwards.
Crane KL and Upstairs 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
Pisco KL
Acostal this Friday 23 June 2023. Come together for a night of Deep House, Jazz House and Balearic House at Pisco KL. They have some of KL’s smoothest selectors joining forces to bring you a night fuelled with classics, old and new. So come through early to secure your spot. The roster this month will feature Alam, Irama, Xes Xes Loveseat, Daaliah, Danial Johan. 10Pm. RM30 cover.
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
Sinners KL
Forbidden at Sinners KL this Friday 23 June 2023. Get ready to dive into a pulsating vortex of sound with “Forbidden”, an electrifying night that will ignite your deepest desires. Join them for an unforgettable journey through driving beats, enchanting melodies and electrifying vibes. With Kuma heading up the night. KUMA’s signature sound is characterized by driving peak time techno with an abundance of energy and grooves, and he has firmly cemented his status as one of the most exciting techno DJs to emerge from Asia in recent years. Take a ride with them on this extraordinary sonic adventure, accompanied by upcoming new talents JO, DLT and MIK, immersing yourselves in infectious basslines and unforgettable melodies. RM30 (with a free drink on registration).
Also at Sinners this week:
Wednesday: MODE serves flavours of House music, sautéed with a splash of tech-infused sauce. With Julia Deychuk and Slick Z.
Thursday Organica with TJ Vibes and MyDJShadow playing out organic house and darl disco. Saturday Lost Frequency with Omar and Gasing playing you house and techno.
Reservations bit.ly/reservations-for-sinners / Visit https://www.instagram.com/sinnerskl/
Sinners KL 18, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar KL
ANALOG
This Friday 23 June 2023: MOKSHA - A night of wonder and curiosity, satiated by deep hypnotic sounds and stunning visuals. A time and space for arts and community to come alive, mingle with like minded people, and share the dancefloor with one another.
In collaboration with Chunky Tribe and Epic Tribe, presenting an experience hard pressed to be found elsewhere, supported by amazing artists and creators with music provided by Mister Botato and Chunkymunky, visuals and projection by Zhonk Vision Vuevossa on fabric art decorations by Natural Mystik. RM30 cover charge (with first drink upon registration). RSVP +6012-887 1822.
Ladies Night Wednesday with Takiho and L Jay (R&B and hip hop). Thursday Ladies night with Dev and DJK (house and techno). Friday with house and techno. Saturday Just Vibes with DJ Toyoda, Pat, MlK and DLT (house and techno).
Visit https://www.instagram.com/analogbangsar/
Analog, 22, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar, KL
The Crown by W1
Astrology Party this Saturday 24 June 2023. It's a monthly theme party. For this month, they're having Crownmusic featuring Funkayrol, Hakim and Aduti. With special guest DJ Biscuit (Sweatbox) for this month's edition of the Astrology Party playing you house, tech house, electro and everything beyond the space for the night.
It's Cancer Zodiac month, and they are giving free flow drinks for Cancerians while stocks last for the night. There's also a Free Tarot Card reading from 8pm to 11pm.
It's free entry for the night. Lots of bottle promotions and great selections of craft cocktails to try. If you're hungry, drop in for a dine in downstairs at W1 before heading up for the party.
Crown @ W1 provides you with disco, house, tech house and sometimes techno music every Saturday.
Book your tables at +6011-1541 4163. Visit https://www.instagram.com/thecrownbyw1/.
The Crown by W1, 1st Flr, 18, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru, KL
Simply Retro by Tin Box
Simply Retro reopens at a new location at Publika, Solaris Dutamas, starting this Friday 23 June 2023.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 us as Simply Retro by Ti n Box takes you on a musical journey back to when mirror balls ruled the dance floor.
Every Wednesday to Saturday, groove along to their resident DJs as they bring you your favourite disco tunes from their extensive vinyl turntables. The best part of it all? In between sets, you can also catch their comedy shows that will be taking place next door at Simply Comedy by Tin Box & Harith Iskander. To celebrate the reopening of Simply Retro, they will open on Sunday just for this week as well. DJs Bernie (Friday), Francis K (Saturday) and Jazzie Jay (Sunday) preside this week.
Opening hours: Tues: 3pm - 11pm / Weds to Sat: 3pm - 12am / Sun & Mon: closed. Reservations: https://tinbox.my/. More info: https://simplyretro.tinbox.my/
Simply Retro by Tin Box Group, 26, Block C5, Level G3 Publika Shopping Center, No 1, Jln Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL
W Kuala Lumpur
Weekly offerings at W Kuala Lumpur's Wetdeck and Woobar:
WETDeck 12th Floor – Wednesday with Random K.I.D, Thursday with Adib, Friday with Dora and Zaskar, Saturday We Love House with Phil K Lee and Victor Trixter, Sunday with Kuma, Monday with Adrian G and Tuesday with Kuma. 7pm onwards. RSVP with them here: https://wa.me/60123479088.
Woobar 8th Floor – Friday - Bionic (Low & MamaDayo & Miss SS) 3pm. Saturday and Sunday afternoon 3pm with DJ Mie. For RSVP call +6012-347 9088 W: https://bit.ly/WKLWOOBARRSVP
Flock 8th Floor – The Sunday Affair 12noon – Jonathan (violin). Friday Fete 6.30pm accompanied by LFS. RSVP required with them here: https://wa.me/60123479088
W Kuala Lumpur, 121, Jalan Ampang, 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.
Wednesdays at Empire with resident Neil.
Fridays at Empire feature on rotation residents Mili, Keith Mintz and Neil.
Saturday at Empire this weekend with Vgene, MingYi. Supported by Neil.
Ticketing and packages via https://book.rwgenting.com/member2/OtherApp/ZoukStep2.aspx
Visit https://zoukgroup.com/zouk-malaysia/ for more information or https://book.rwgenting.com/member2/OtherApp/ZoukStep1.aspx for ticketing information.
ZOUK Genting, SkyAvenue, Genting Highlands Resorts, Genting Highlands
Sessions at SSS
The Manipulated Mood: Chapter 5, curated by Attention Design at Sessions, SSS this Friday 23 June 2023. Get ready for an unforgettable night of techno and house with Tykor & B, Rina Ho, Darren Onze, Tomi. Attention Design presents Mood swings at the psychward, bringing together like minded people of fashion and music. The beats start at 10pm.
Saturday: Energy with sounds by Damage Process, Durrany and Bad M.O.B. Afrobeats, Amapiano, Baile Funk, Future Beats. 10pm. RM30 entry.
Reservations cutt.ly/k0C1wUK. Find Sessions at Small Shifting Spaces on Jalan Petaling, KL. Find them at https://www.instagram.com/sessions.sss/
Sessions, 141, Jalan Petaling, KL
The Iron Fairies KL
The week ahead at The Iron Fairies KL from 10pm onwards in the Butterfly Room and downstairs. Wednesday sees Stefanya Morgan playing house and techno all night in the Butterfly Room. There's also Thursday R&B and hip hop with Ayana. Friday sees Dora in the Butterfly Room with house and techno all night, and MyMax downstairs with R&B and hip hop. Saturday sees XU featuring Little Vxen & B in the Butterfly Room with house and techno, and Ayana downstairs with R&B and hip hop. Sunday with Omar in the Butterfly Room for house and 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
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 Biscuit providing house music. This Saturday sees Zaskar in the house. 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
KUNA ROOFTOP KL
A dimly lit bar with a charismatic rooftop gives a perfect reason to sit by and unwind with great drinks and delicious food. Fridays to Sundays offer mostly house and techno infused music for a rotation of Djs from the KL scene and beyond.
A dimly lit bar with a charismatic rooftop, gives a perfect reason to sit by, and unwind with great drinks and delicious food. Fridays to Sundays offers mostly house and techno infused dance music from a rotation of Djs from the KL scene and beyond. 11Pm onwards.
There's a flurry of back to backs this weekend with Axel Groove going back to back with Gasing this Friday. On Saturday, it's back to back with two heavyweights in our scene in Ohrwurm's Alam and Love International's RaySoo on decks. 11Pm onwards.
Sundaze on Sunday meanwhile will see Julia Deychuk take to the decks.
For reservations call +6011-6061 1629. For more information and reservations visit https://www.facebook.com/kunarooftop / https://www.instagram.com/kunarooftop/
KUNA ROOTOP, HG07, The Hive, TREC, 435 Jalan Tun Razak, KL
Mantra Bar KL
Rooftop Lounge at Bangsar Village 2. Wednesday this week for their Girl Power Ladies Night there's Billy C and Coco 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 after 9pm with Krishna. There's also Saturday Serious Beats this weekend with Ehsan and Julia 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
XO
They continue the month with their usual suspects dishing out the hottest R&B and hip hop jams to make you bounce. Wednesday Ladies Night features Royals with music by Ashes. Thursday with Brandon T. Friday with MJ. Saturday with Kino.
For reservation DM https://www.instagram.com/_xo_kl_/ or call +6011-3321 7299. Visit https://www.facebook.com/xochinatown
XO, 5, Jalan Balai Polis, Chinatown, KL
Concubine KL
For some proper late-night shenanigans, look no further than Concubine KL. There's a symphony for your senses as you sip, sway and surrender to the sounds of their music selectors. More reasons to get your dancing shoes on and boogie the night away. Friday with Roshan. Saturday with Matto.
For bookings and information: https://www.facebook.com/concubinekl / https://www.instagram.com/concubine_kl/
Concubine, 2, Lorong Panggung, Chinatown, KL
After Dark Social Club
After Dark Social Club is hidden somewhere in Snitch by The Thieves. LIVE sports on screen, Beer Pong, Weekly DJs and Cocktails. Perfect place to wind down, party and hangout. Leonard Sinclair and DJ D3rrick and a lot of house and tech house this Thursday and Cynfanic this Friday provide the vibes, music and beats. For table/group bookings call +603-2201 9699. www.snitchgroup.com/adsc
After Dark Social Club, T-225A&B, 3rd Floor, The Gardens Mall, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, KL
Love City Grooves - Celebrating 5 Decades of Club music
If you are Gen X, this is where you wanna be on Fridays. Celebrating 5 decades of club music with retro, R&B, soul, funk and disco. This new club nite is dedicated to the history and development of KL's bar and clubbing culture. Refreshing your memory by taking you back through time to the way it really was during the glory days with a touch of new groovy hits in the mix. Good music will be brought to you by DJ Groovefunkk and Q aka Qayum from Baze, as well as Jim Piccad and Zaff from 9pm onwards.
Location: Sam's, Plaza Damansara (Private room – Upstairs). For reservations, call +603-2011 3222. https://www.samsplace.com.my/
SAM's Place, 25-G, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Plaza Damansara, Bukit Damansara, 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, Thursdays 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 to 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. The party starts 9pm onwards. Music (open format and Top 40) by Nexto.
Saturdays (usually) present In-can-de-scenza. 9Pm onwards. Music form 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
V's Bar KL
Come enjoy the beats and groove with them every Sunday, featuring Jinggo Bilboa playing all your favourite Kizomba, Urban Kiz, Konpa, Semba, Bachata and a pinch of Salsa for you all.
Wednesday Ladies Night at V's Bar KL Girls on Decks with Meliha, RIMKA and Coco. 10pm onwards. Free entry.
Thursday Ladies Night Groove Thursday with Ashley Black and MyMaxx. 10pm onwards.
For reservations call +6019-202 3800.
V's Bar KL, A-M1-1, Level 1, Menara Amplewest, 6, Jalan P. Ramlee, KL
Latin dances with Jinggo Bilboa
Weekly Tuesday at La Boca, Mandarin Oriental Hotel KL with Latin Salsa, Bachata (9pm), Wednesday Salsa at Pobeda Kitchen & Bar (7pm), Thursday Salsa (7pm) at Sky 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.
La Boca, Mandarin Oriental KL, off Jalan Pinang, KL / Pobeda Kitchen & Bar, 18-1A, Changkat Bukit Bintang, KL / Sky Lounge, Level 6, Nu Sentral, KL
The Locker & Loft PJ
The Locker & Loft presents House Sessions every Friday 10pm till late. Munch, swig, jig with house music this Friday with Stickysicx up on the loft. And now, there's also Sunday Funk from 4pm every Sunday for some funk, soul, disco and rare groove with Mr Q and friends Groovefunkk and DJ Alfred on the decks. 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
AURA Gastrolounge
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. It's Acid Techno and House with Stef4n, RDN and MGICIAN and MC Jordanz.
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
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
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
FONO KL
Music curation and DIY multipurpose space. Only open during events, please refer to their monthly flyer or “upcoming” highlights at https://www.facebook.com/fono.kl and their Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/fono.kl/.
Opening hours 9PM to 1AM. Cover charges apply. They recommend you make a reservation via Instagram DM to secure your spot for the night.
Fono KL, Zhong Shan, Jalan Kampung Attap, KL
Disco Bar at Joloko
Joloko's Disco Bar every Friday, as they've lined up amazing Djs to get you grooving through the night. 10pm. Reservations https://www.bar-joloko.com/
Joloko, 43, Jalan Kamunting, KL
Island Gyal at Sinderella KL
Island Gyal at Sinderella KL this Saturday. Ashley Black and Kinge bring you Afrobeat, Amapiano, hip hop and R&B music and beats all night. Reservations call +6012-212 8130 - https://www.instagram.com/sinderella.kl/
Sinderella KL, Heritage House, 5-1/7-1, Jalan Yap Ah Shak, KL
dwp Bar KL
Come up to their First Floor Wine Lounge from 9pm onwards and start your Saturday nights with music from Hot Soup featuring DJ Mino and DJ Green 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
kyō kl
Weekly there are Ikigai Ladies on Wednesday with DJ Exclusive Pete and DJ Nahsyk. Complimentary entry and drinks for ladies until 1am, Boombox Friday with MyMax and Musher, Saturday Fresh Cutz with DJ Radz and DJ Kooler and Sunday Matsuri with DJ Ziqq and DJ Exclusive Pete.
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
SPARK KL
Spark KL during the week:
Thursday: Suicide, supported by Julain and Def. Friday – Blink, Vgene, Thesim, Mizz Kiya. Saturday – Hypeembeats, Ken Fung, 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
Thursday Special performance by Abu Bakar Xli, with emcee Juzzthin, DJ Ziqq, DJ Durrany. Friday there's Def, Hezron, K3nji and Qu3kid. Saturday Madness with guest DJ Pei (TW), Hezron, K3nji and Qu3kid.
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 Dirty Signal, Zanmonic, D-Tee (ladies free entry all night). Thursday Liquid Dream TxT, supported by Zanmonic (ladies free entry all night). Arcane Friday with Ph4ntam, Zanmonic, MC D-Tee. Saturday with Vgene, Zanmonic, MC Wu.
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.
Gēmu, 1, Jalan Kia Peng, KL
REX KL
REX KL: Once an iconic cinema in downtown KL now rejuvenated into a creative community hub. Visit https://www.facebook.com/hellorexkl / https://www.instagram.com/hellorexkl/ for information, bookings, and tickets.
REX KL, 80, Jalan Sultan, KL
