Calling all comedy lovers, music enthusiasts, and theatre buffs! Check out this week's must-see events in Klang Valley for the first week of May!
PJPAC
Nero Event Space: 4 May 2024 Saturday
Into The Wall Of Sound Vol 2
Calling all Post-Rock and Math Rock enthusiasts. Get ready for an unforgettable night as Soundscape Records, Dong Tai Du, and Gerak Gerak present the second edition of Into The Wall of Sound. This showcase aims to strengthen the exchange between local and Asian artists, forging deeper connections and celebrating the vibrant music scene. Last year's showcase wowed audiences with Taiwanese prog-rock outfit Cold Dew alongside local favorites Capt’n Trips and The Kid, Zip Zieller, and more. This year, they're thrilled to announce an even more electrifying lineup.
Headlining the show: Local instrumental rock legends, Deepset! Their epic soundscapes will take you on an emotional roller coaster ride, weaving sonic stories with surging sensibility and resonating introspection.
Joining them on stage: De Fusion, masters of post-metal ambience and adrenaline; Moi Last Von, delivering cinematic Post Rock tunes rich in texture and ambience;and all the way from Taipei, MassMan!, known for their unpredictable song structures and technical riffs, they're set to blow your mind.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to experience the best of post-rock and math rock from Malaysia and Taiwan. Join us on a sonic adventure that transports you to distant landscapes, inner thoughts, and unspoken emotions.
Grab your tickets now and mark your calendars! See you at Into The Wall of Sound Vol.2. Presale tix at RM88, Door sale RM108.
Visit PJPac at https://pjpac.com.my / https://www.facebook.com/pjpac to find out about more performance and 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
BOBO KL
Julian Chan returns to BoboKL for another International Jazz Day celebration this 30 April and 1 May 2024 and is guaranteed to bring the house down if his performance from 2022 is anything to go by – this time Jules features up and coming Jo Lixian on vocals. Featuring Julian Chan on saxophone, Jin Weng on keys, Aiman on bass and KJ Wong on drums.
Dasha Logan returns to electrify BoboKL audiences for one special night this Friday 3 May 2024 during International Jazz Week. It’s uncertain if she’ll perform pure jazz, but one thing is sure: she’s a show-stopper in any genre. With Nish on keys, Laura on bass, Dean Sim on guitar and Omar on drums.
Jazper & The Fellas - this high-energy trio debuts on the BoboKL stage with their brand of musical joy, performing R&B hits reimagined with quirk, character, and flair this Thursday 2 May 2024. Featuring Jazper Nimo on vocals, Joel Benson on keys and Puteh Piaff strutting her stuff on percussion and vocals.
Chanelle Guerzo returns to BoboKL for a one night special singing you songs by Alicia Keys this Saturday 4 May 2024. With Channelle on vocals and piano, Gideon Yogan on bass, Aven Phang on guitar and Terry Fredericks on drums.
Wednesday Night Live Comedy & Music weekly from 8pm. Light Nights Tuesdays are also usually weekly features. 8pm.
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
Simply Jazz by Tin Box
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.
Wednesday: Michael Veerapen leading the band on the piano, Isaac Marvin on trumpet and vocals, YHFOO on bass, and Cliff Wong on drums.
Thursday: The Frankie Sixes Quartet with Ee Jeng (piano), Reza Salleh (vocals), Che Wan (bass) and KJ Wong (drums).
Friday: With Jin Weng (piano), Anais (vocals), Adriel Wong (drums) and YHFoo (bass).
Saturday: With Michael Veerapen (piano), Anais (vocals), Cliff Wong (drums) and YHFoo (bass).
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
Live at Jao Tim
Live at Jao Tim tonight Wednesday 1 May 2024 presents All Originals featuring Funkatorie for an evening of funk soul and R&B. With Ee Jeng (keys), Dean Sim (guitar), Derrick Siow (drums), Eddie Wen (trumpet) and Weng Wai (saxophone). 8.30pm.
Table Lamp Concert this Thursday 2 May 2024 featuring a performance Evie, Dean & Nish Take The Night for an evening of pop and R&B ballads. With Evie Feroza (vocals), Nish (piano), and Dean (guitar, backing vocals). 8pm.
Live at Jao Tim this Friday 3 May 2024 presents Phunky Phriday with Kaya The Band for an evening of funk, soul and disco. With Emmanuel (guitar, vocals), Michael (lead guitar), David (bass), Gabriel Januarius (piano). 8.30pm.
You can visit Jao Tim, purchase tickets and for more information on more performances 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
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 Live. Saturday: Keisha & 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
Pisco KL
Thursday Live this week with music from 8Pm featuring Millennium Funk Live. Sunday: Cinco De Mayo Party with a special Taco Cook-Off with Kavin Jay & Papi Zak, Ms.K and Lorenzo. 5pm onwards. Free entry.
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
Merdekarya Live
The grassroots live music bar provides you with music and performances and highly original music from homegrown artistes.
For the weekend ahead, singer-songwriter Ian Tai features this Thursday. Friday with some rebel folk from Azmul Yunor. Saturday goes the way of indie pop with the outfit Battle Bloom.
Tips are expected. Check out their website at https://www.merdekarya.com for information, on 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
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/ .
They have their improv night every first Tuesday of the month. This coming round, they are hoping to get rappers and poets on the mic. We have 16s all night long for your rhymes.
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
Junk Café, Chinatown KL
Same vibes, different town. Burgers & fries, Cocktails & bites at this recently opened off shoot of Junk Café Penang. Another month, another line up. Set your dates to catch all the amazing live acts in May. Today 1 May 2024, get groovy this public holiday with Jon Raj, Natasha, Stan Calvin live with DJ Meliha on the decks. Kicking off from 8.30pm, only at Junk Café @ Chinatown KL.
Opens Tuesday to Sunday 12pm onwards.Visit https://linktr.ee/junkcafechinatownkl
Junk Café KL, 124, Jalan Petaling, Chinatown, KL
Live Fact KL
KL based independent venue, now located at its new premises in The Strand, Kota Damansara. Live Fact returns as an intimate space for band jams, gigs and many more. It’s self-sustaining – DIY isn’t dead. Information +6012-377 8558. Tickets +6017-906 5064. Visit https://www.facebook.com/LVFCT / https://www.instagram.com/livefactkl/.
Live Fact KL, No 6-2 & M, Jalan PJU 5/21, The Strand Kota Damansara, PJ, Selangor
KLPac
Remembering the 120th Anniversary of Russian Playwright Anton Pavlovich Chekhov’s Death “2024 The Eternal Chekhov Drama Season” MUKA Space, The Actors Studio Seni Teater Rakyat and SunStrong Entertainment present Chekhov's Classics "The Swan Song" & "The Seagull”. In honour of the 120th anniversary of the passing of Russian playwright Anton Chekhov and in conjunction with the “2024 The Eternal Chekhov Drama Season” initiated by the co-founder and artistic director of MUKA Space, Dr. Deric Gan, together with MUKA Space, The Actors Studio Seni Teater Rakyat and SunStrong Entertainment present adaptations of Chekhov's classic plays "The Swan Song" and "The Seagull", paying tribute to Chekhov, the world literary giant. The performances are set to take place from April 26th to May 5th, 2024, at The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (klpac).
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
The Platform, Menara KEN, TTDI
Comedian Amit Tandon Live in KL 3 May 2024
https://thecitylist.my/blog/renowned-comedian-amit-tandon-to-host-show-in-kl-on-3-may
The Platform, Level G, Menara KEN TTDI, 37, Jalan Burhanuddin Helmi, TTDI, KL
Simply Comedy by Tin Box Group & Harith Iskandar
Get ready for a night of laughter and incredible talent at their Open Mic Night at Simply Comedy every Tuesday and their weekend shows as well. 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 bring 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
The premier Malaysian orchestra, providing the ultimate music experience through the power of live music that educates, entertains, and inspires at the Dewan Filharmonik Petronas. Visit https://linktr.ee/malaysianphilharmonicorchestra / https://www.mpo.com.my to check out their current 2024 season and for ticket purchase.
Dewan Filharmonik Petronas, Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers, KLCC, KL
REX KL / RXP KL / The Background KL
Once an iconic cinema in downtown KL, now rejuvenated into a creative community hub and with a new revamp to boot. 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 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 DJ Tarzan and Reyna 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 you 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
Porkville PJ
Check out https://www.instagram.com/porkvillerestaurant/ for info on more 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
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
JAMA KL
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
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
Zepp KL
Visit https://www.zepp.co.jp/hall/kualalumpur/ / https://www.facebook.com/zeppkualalumpur / https://www.instagram.com/zeppkualalumpur to find out about events happening at this Japan-origin event hall and space.
ZEPP KL, B2-01-02, Level B2, Entertainment Hub, BBCC, 2, Jln Hang Tuah, KL
