Mid late February sees some international biggies in town with more selections of what's going on in Live Music, Theatre, Arts, Comedy, Pubs and Jazz bars across the Klang Valley this week ahead. Be Supportive. Be careful. Be Alert, Be Kind. Stay Safe and Enjoy.
Ed Sheeran brings record breaking tour to KL 24 February 2024
Ed Sheeran who is currently several shows into his '+ – = ÷ x' Asia tour, promoted by @ AEG Presents, continues to break records around the world, this time, in Singapore with a sold-out National Stadium, where he has broken the all-time capacity record for a single show with over 60,000 people heading to the iconic venue for the show. Hot off the heels of Ed and @AEG Presents opening the new @UOB Live in Bangkok, it's been a busy week for the teams with the tour still moving through Asia with further shows in Kuala Lumpur (24 Feb) with special guest, his British cohort Calum Scott, Jakarta (2 Mar), Manila (9 Mar) and Mumbai (16 Mar) scheduled before this leg of the tour wraps in mid-March.
Ed Sheeran to bring record breaking tour to KL in February
Pop superstar Amber Liu KL stop during World Tour 22 February 2024
Pop superstar Amber Liu confirms Kuala Lumpur stop during World tour
Chinese Hip Hop icon KnowKnow KL stop for Asia Tour 26 February 2024
Chinese Hip hop Icon KnowKnow Announces KL stop for Asia Tour
KLPAC
Welcome to 'Back to the Blues' Festival - a vibrant fusion of music and art in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. Join them for a day of soulful tunes, captivating art, family activities and a celebration of creativity. From 10am to midnight. On the KLPac grounds.
Artistes performing:
Stage 2 from 4pm onwards: Gerard Singh, Dom Turner & Al Terry, Bourbon Lassi (Jamie Wilson & friends), Cucun Blues Shelter (IDN), Blues Gang, Muzza, Nifael Blues Band ft Md Nor Hendrix, Ananth Kumar & The Tone Conspirators.
Stage 1 from 10.3am onwards: Christian & The Groove Theory, Khaimanio, Keith Kamalaraj & The Casualties, Billie Blue & The Nowhere Men, Azmyl Yunor & The Truly Asia, Josh Thomas, Dani Komari, Blister.
To know more, visit https://senisana.org/back-to-the-blues/ . Tickets see below.
Visit KLPac's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/theklpac and https://www.klpac.org for information about KLPac and more on what's coming up. Buy Tickets. Online Purchase @ Cloudjoi: https://www.cloudjoi.com. No phone sales and over the counter sales. E-tickets only.
KLPAC, Sentul Park, Jalan Strachan, KL
BOBO KL
Celebrated song-bird Yudi Yap returns to commemorate the Lunar New Year on this auspicious (and no less romantic) weekend of ‘Chap Goh Meh’ – with her band comprising Music Director Andrew Tan on the Bobo Grand, How Zie on flute and the traditional ‘ruan’, Anson Ong on bass and Elliott on percussion. Expect seasonal tributes in Mandarin, Cantonese, English and also Bahasa Malaysia this 22 to 24 February 2024. 8pm.
Wednesday Night Live Comedy & Music just for this week 21 February 2024) with Rizal Van Geyzel and Jason Leong bringing in the laughs while David Gomes brings the music.
Visit https://www.cloudjoi.com for tickets to shows available and https://www.facebook.com/BoboKualaLumpur / https://www.bobokl.com for details and SOPs. Reservations are to be WhatsApped to +6012-263 8603.
Bobo, 65-2, Jalan Bangkung, KL
Merdekarya Live
The grassroots live music bar provides you with music and performances and highly original music from homegrown artistes.
Weekend lead out goes to Friday: Demondolls EP Launch with special guests The Filters. Hard-hitting rock band Demondolls celebrate the release of their long-awaited self-titled live EP with a party at KL/PJ's now legendary music venue, Merdekarya. Tickets available from https://demondollseplaunch.peatix.com or door charge for the night: RM50.
For the week ahead, they've also got Wednesday: Folk rock with Brian Gomez. Special Opening Act tonight: Ramones on 45 (Germany). Thursday: Singer-songwriter Eloise Lau. Saturday: Pop and R&B full band with Amir Alif. Acoustic open mics with Faith Ling, Syawal Barsir, Umar Akmal, David Lopez, so.saorsa.
Tips are expected. 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. Opening times: Live Bar 8pm, Bar B and The Balcony Bar 7pm.
Merdekarya, 352 1st Flr, Jalan 5/57, Petaling Garden, PJ
The Iron Fairies KL Live
Your weekly rendezvous with magic, music, and memories waiting to be made. Where melodies weave tales, and rhythms cast spells. Ready to be swept away? Join them and let it all unfold, one note at a time.
Check out the live music this week: Wednesday: Astra Malaysia Live. Thursday: Ashira & Co. Friday: Astra Malaysia. Saturday: Kesha and the Metaverse Players. Sunday: Nu-Noiz
The Iron Fairies KL opens daily 5 pm onwards. Call +6016-221 3612 or visit https://www.facebook.com/theironfairieskl for more information and reservations.
The Iron Fairies KL, H-G-06, HIVES, TREC, 438, Jalan Tun Razak, KL
Simply Jazz by Tin Box Malaysia
In the mood to swing and sway to the rhythm of jazz? There's Simply Jazz by Tin Box. Expect great classics their musicians take the stage every Wednesday through Saturday. Sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in the intimate space and reserve your table today.
Join them this evening (Wednesday) for an extraordinary jam session that promises to transport you into a realm of creativity and sophistication. Guided by the incomparable Michael Veerapen on the piano, the ensemble features the incredible talents of YHFoo on bass, Cliff Wong on drums, Julian Lim on saxophone. Thursday: Michael Veerapen (piano), Jordan Rivers (guitars, vocals), YHFoo (bass), Cliff Wong (drums). Friday/Saturday: Michael Veerapen (piano), Junji Delfino (vocals), YHFoo (bass), Cliff Wong (drums).
Opening times: Tues - Thurs: 6:30pm – 12am / Fri & Sat: 6:30pm – 1am /Sun & Mon: Closed . Make your reservations: https://tinbox.my/ . More info: www.simplyjazz.tinbox.my
Simply Jazz, 28 & 29, Block C5, Level G3 Publika Shopping Center, No 1, Jln Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL
Pisco KL
Thursday Live this week with music by Gregory Ramanado. Gregory Ramanado is a versatile Malaysian songster. Known for his charismatic and high energy persona on stage, engaging his audiences with his funky flavour of musicality. 8Pm. Sunday sees the return of Lazy Sunday. Late afternoon onwards. Chill time and bean bags and all that, with music from duo Charlie & Lakshmi.
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
Live at Jao Tim
Live at Jao Tim presents Bourbon Lassi Live this Thursday 22 February 2024 featuring Jamie Wilson (guitar, vocals), Gideon Yogan (bass), John Thomas (drums), Kumar Karthugesu (sitar), Vick Ramakrishnan (tabla, voice percussions) for an evening of multi-genre Malaysian World Music. 8.30pm.
Table Lamp Concert presents Clinton Jerome this Saturday 24 February 2024 singing you songs to Heal A Broken Heart. With Ji Yong on keys. 8.30pm.
You can visit Jao Tim, purchase tickets and for more information on more performances all across the week, their regular jam sessions, table lamp concerts, and dinner at https://www.jaotim.com or https://www.facebook.com/JaoTimKL or https://www.instagram.com/jaotimkl/
Jao Tim, 61 (First Flr), Jalan Sultan, KL
REX KL goes Love Struck Chap Goh Mei
Once an iconic cinema in downtown KL, now rejuvenated into a creative community hub and with a new revamp to boot.
At The Background at Rex KL this Saturday 24 February 2024, soothe your loveworn soul with their talented lineup of songstresses for a Love Struck Chap Goh Mei.
Noel & Her Feathers’ discography is filled with sincerity about the mundane thrills of romanticising a small, simple life; coupled up with a sound profile that skims through old jazz and indie pop. YINY’s newest singles, PICNIC and Wonderin’, are love-struck, bedroom pop-reminiscent listens filled with whimsy and longing. Other than clever wordplay, JEANTONIC plays around with elements of modern jazz pop, city pop, urban pop, and cantopop to conjure up a lively lounge bar atmosphere. 8Pm onwards. Free entry.
Visit https://www.facebook.com/hellorexkl / https://www.instagram.com/hellorexkl/ for information on events, happenings, bookings, and tickets.
REX KL, 80, Jalan Sultan, KL
Simply Comedy by Tin Box Group & Harith Iskandar
Round up your crew and prepare for a comedy extravaganza featuring the comedic brilliance of Raj Shankar and Nat Kang. Hosted by Irfan Mansor. Doors open 7pm. Free admission.
Get ready for a night of laughter and incredible talent at their upcoming Open Mic Night at Simply Comedy this 27 February 2024, hosted by Marissa Wong. Bring your friends, bring your sense of humour and get ready to LOL all night. Doors open 7pm. Free admission.
Reservations: https://tinbox.my/ More info: https://simplycomedy.tinbox.my/
Simply Comedy by Tin Box & Harith Iskander, No 27, Block C5, Level G3 Publika Shopping Center, No 1, Jln Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, KL
KL Comedy Club
Welcome to KL Comedy Club! A community of comedy lovers dedicated to bringing laughter and good times to everyone. Featuring some of the funniest talents from Malaysia and beyond, we believe in creating a welcoming atmosphere where people from all walks of life can come together and just have a good time. Their mission is to spread joy and happiness through the power of comedy. Wednesday and Thursday brings back their usual Bucket list and Tryin Stuff Out. Support local standup comedy and buy a ticket and head on over to club this week!
Tickets to their shows available from https://klcomedyclub.peatix.com or Visit them on https://www.facebook.com/klcomedyclubbangsar / https://www.instagram.com/klcomedyclub/ or +6014-323 3238 for information.
KL Comedy Club, 67-1, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar Baru, KL
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
Fantasia Across Dreams this Saturday 23 February 2024 from the MPO performing music by Vaughan Williams, Mozart and Tchaikovsky. Conducted by Stanislav Kochanovsky. With French Horn solo by Grzegorz Curyła. 8.30pm. Tickets: https://www.mpo.com.my/season-2024/fantasia-across-dreams---mozart-%26-tchaikovsky
Dewan Filharmonik Petronas, Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers, KLCC, KL
Simply Live by Tin Box
Want to relax and forget the chaos of the city life? Simply Live by Tin Box has relocated to Jaya One in Petaling Jaya and are ready to have you over. It's time to turn the page and embark on a new chapter. Special opening on Sunday New Year's Eve.
Head on down to unwind and get your fill of live music, delicious food and even better company. They have their very own Resident Band ready to put on a memorable stage show every Wednesday to Saturday. Stars of Simply Live include singers June Wong, Hoyee Chan, Xing Mars, Karmun Ooi, Scott Jerome, and musicians David Nooi, Lee Peng, Chit Wei, JC Lew, CJ.
Opening times: Tues - Thurs: 6:30pm – 12am / Fri & Sat: 6:30pm – 1am /Sun & Mon: Closed . Make your reservations and for more info: https://tinbox.my/
Simply Live, The Square, Jaya One, Jalan Professor DiRaja Ungku Aziz, Section 13, PJ
Online Pub
The one and only Temple of Rock continues to thrill nightlife enthusiasts as it shows a whole new generation just what it takes to get it right with a mix of pub grub, chilled beers and loud music. Friday nights sees Kdee Razman getting the ball rolling for a lot of fun ahead of the weekend. On Saturday nights, On Line Pub kicks things into high gear with the inimitable and irrepressible rocker Sharin picking up his axe for some major mayhem with his backing trio.
For enquiries and reservations please WhatsApp/Call +6019-307 0650 / 03-7728 0532. You can visit https://www.instagram.com/online.pub/ and https://www.facebook.com/onliness20pub for information etc.
On Line Pub, 32, Jalan SS20/10, Damansara Kim, PJ
Mrs Barr Gastrobar
It's Friday and that means The Sidewalks will be playing at Mrs Barr Gastrobar PJ. Bringing you a mix of beautiful music from the 80s, 90s and 2000s, with the one and only DJ Tarzan on the decks.
An Indian fusion restaurant and bar with great food and drinks to tingle your taste. Reservations at +6019 292 9321. Visit https://www.instagram.com/mrsbarrgastrobar/
Mrs Barr Gastrobar, 19, Lorong University C, PJ
Rockafellers Kitchen + Bar, Bukit Damansara
The Gastro-Sports Bar and Restaurant gives you more than the British and Irish dining cuisine and sports viewing it has become renowned for with a host of acoustic two piece live music sessions over the week playing your lounge, acoustic and radio hits.
Information and reservations: +6017-761 4088 / email: rfbd@theolivetreegroup.com
Rockafellers Kitchen + Bar, Bukit Damansara, Block 15-G/17-G/19-G, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, KL
Backyard Pub & Grill
Beloved neighbourhood pub and grill Backyard is practically an institution in its own right, and has been serving up good food and refreshing drinks for 32 years and counting, plus plenty of music on offer in the heart of Sri Hartamas. On Tuesday nights, Mark Renesh picks up his guitar for an evening of chilled vibes while on Wednesday, the duo of Ramesh & Phillip get into the groove. Crooner Allan G is in the house on Thursday nights and the original rocking trio of Albert, Vijay and Badar are back on stage on Friday nights. On Saturday, SELLA is in the house to set the tempo right. Sunday Live with Kudin & Ice. Visit https://www.facebook.com/backyardklpub / https://www.instagram.com/backyard.pubkl/ Tel: 011-6135 5473
Backyard Pub & Grill, 28, Jalan Sri Hartamas 8, KL
Ronnie Q
Whether you're seeking a lively sports-watching experience, a delicious pork sausage brunch, or a relaxed evening with drinks and live music, it looks like Ronnie Q remains a standout in the ever-evolving atmosphere of Bangsar. There's music offerings when live music comes into the picture with an ad hoc live music Monday from The Sidewalks led by Prasad on guitar/vocals, Wui Lin on vocals and Suresh on rhythms. 8Pm onwards.
Opening hours: 4pm onwards (Mondays to Fridays) / 10.30am onwards (Saturday/Sunday). Call +603-2282 0722.
Ronnie Q Pub & Restaurant, 32, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar, KL
BATS
A cosy lil joint with lots of culture and art, not forgetting heart, great food, drinks and a fab mini-grand piano for all to gather around and sing. Crooner Vishnu keeps things nice and easy on stage alongside other musicians and regular acts. For a full list of events and musicians performing here, check out https://www.facebook.com/bats.restaurant.bar / https://www.instagram.com/bats.restaurant.bar/ https://batsretrobar.com Tel: 012-969 8557
BATS, A-8-G, Sunway Giza Mall (North Entrance) Jalan PJU 5/14 Dataran Sunway, Kota Damansara, PJ
JAMA KL
Groove into February vibes at Jama KL with electrifying beats from top DJs and live bands. 9Pm onwards. Book a table via their website at https://www.jama.my. For more details visit https://www.instagram.com/jama.kl/.
JAMA KL, LOT J-0G-13, No.2, Jalan Solaris, Solaris Mont Kiara, 50480, KL
Porkville PJ
Check out https://www.instagram.com/porkvillerestaurant/ for info on any performances.
Porkville, Lot 3, Lorong Utara (B), PJS 52, PJ, Selangor
Kinda Blue Jazz Club & Restaurant
The KL Jazz Club promotes monthly Jazz, Blues, Funk, R&B, Classic Rock and Creative Music shows by both international and local artistes. There's usually live music on Saturday nights with Rodin JS Kumar on Bass, Jordan Rivers guitar/vocals, VJ Thison on drums and D. Jumawan on Keys/Piano.
For reservations and booking Whatsapp +6012-571 7759 or book via www.cloudjoi.com/org/kindablue . Visit www.klinternationaljazz.com for more information.
Kinda Blue Jazz Club & Restaurant, Basement, KL Jazz & Arts Centre, 1 Lorong Kapar, off Jalan Syed Putra, KL
TiTi Jazz & Music
Follow TiTi Jazz & Music at https://www.facebook.com/titijazzandmusic
TiTi Jazz & Music, 19, Jalan Radin Bagus, Sri Petaling, KL
JAZZ UP9
Call them at +6012-591 9923 or Facebook message them to make a reservation at https://www.facebook.com/JazzUp9.lounge
JAZZ UP9, No 2A, 1st Floor, Jalan 51/225A, Section 51A , PJ
FONO KL
Fono KL is a 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
BEE PUBLIKA KL
Malaysia's Longest Running Independent Music Venue has live music being featured on a regular basis.
Visit https://www.thebee.com.my or https://www.facebook.com/thebeemy or https://www.instagram.com/thebeemy/ for information.
The Bee, Publika, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL
DPAC
Visit DPAC at https://www.dpac.com.my / https://www.facebook.com/damansaraDPAC to find out more about what's coming up and for ticketing information. Or call the box office at +603-4065 0001.
H-01, DPAC, Empire Damansara, Jalan PJU 8/8, Damansara Perdana, PJ
PJPAC
Visit PJPac at https://pjpac.com.my / https://www.facebook.com/pjpac to find out more about what's coming up. Get your tickets at http://onetix.com.my
PJPAC, S611, Second Floor, 1 Utama E, 1 Utama Shopping Centre,1, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, PJ
