Kuala Lumpur Weekly Live Events Guide : 23/11/17 : The City List
Live sounds in Kuala Lumpur and beyond with another extensive live gig guide for this week. From live music to comedy, from jazz to classical, from indie pop to hard rock around the Klang Valley.
By JASON CHEAH
November 24
Tiger #UncageMusic Presents POND
Post the spectacular performance by FKJ, the next show by Tiger#UncageMusic will be headlined by the Perth based four-piece POND which were conceived by two members of Tame Impala’s touring group. Fronted by Nick Allbrook with Jay Watson and Joe Ryan, POND experiment with psychedelia in their fuzzy, modern brand of glam pop - and Tiger #UncageMusic is proud to present them live in Malaysia at The Bee, Publika.
Supporting the show is Like Silver, serving up sci-fi melancholia scored to industrial synths and beats. Their songs are a hybrid of mechanical soundscapes and floating vocals, otherworldly but human at its core. Further enhancing this audiovisual experience is founder and designer of Malaysian streetwear and lifestyle brand Pestle Mortar Clothing, Hugh Koh, who will be transforming the venue with his artwork. Don’t miss a night of synthy sophistication and pulsating psych-rock.
This is a free-standing show for ages 18 and above only. Please bring your ID as there will be ID checks at entry. Entry will be denied if you fail to present a valid ID. All sales are final, no refunds allowed.
THE BEE, PUBLIKA : Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL
Ticket Prices: RM160 – Pre Sale / RM190 – Regular
Grab your tickets now at www.galactix.asia/uncagemusic-pond
Call 03-7960 22160 or e-mail bees@thebee.com.my
November 24
Indigo & The Lights feat. Fatima at No Black Tie
Indigo & the Lights are no ordinary band. Sonically, the band explores different styles across the musical spectrum, from jazz, neo soul R&B and even blues. The band is led by Fatima who has five years of experience as a singer and more than 20 years of songwriting experience under her belt. Her charm and confidence is also apparent on stage, as she infuses cultural influences, styles and languages into her live performances and compositions. The band features Amir (Bass), Jack (Keys), Pa'ang (Percussion) and Tapa (Drums).
NO BLACK TIE : 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, Kuala Lumpur
Admission fee: RM53. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
November 24/25
Crackhouse Comedy Presents : Sam See (SG) feat. Muzakir Xynl
Sam See is part of the region’s new wave of stand-up comedians, with the wit, skill, and liver capacity to entertain audiences of all kinds. Based in Singapore, he has opened for comedians like Harith Iskander, Bert Kreischer, Gina Yashere, Kevin Bridges, Dara Ó Briain and Ed Byrne. He has also performed in numerous comedy festivals in Asia, including the Singapore Comedy Fringe Festival, Manila Improv Festival and the Kuala Lumpur International Comedy Festival.
Sam has also been working with Comedy Central Asia since its inception for both live and televised performances, earning him a spot as one of their featured comedians online and on screen. His comedy chops in both stand-up and improv have also led him to numerous overseas performances, entertaining audiences in Melbourne, Taiwan, Malaysia, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Macau, Myanmar and the Philippines.
Sam was also on Singapore’s first ever comedy panel show, OK Chope!, filmed and telecast live. He was one of the permanent panellists who spent each week poking fun at news and current events happening both in Singapore and around the world, along with mainstays to the Singapore entertainment scene Vernetta Lopez and Najip Ali.
Sam has worked with corporate entities like SPCA Singapore, Deutsche Bank, Punj Llyod, Region Management, YPG Singapore and various charities over the years, in an effort to give back through dick jokes.
The nights will also feature Muzakir Xynll (MAS).
Crackhouse Comedy Club KL : 1st Floor, 24A, Lorong Rahim Kajai 14 Taman Tun Dr Ismail, KL
Time : 9pm Showtime, Seating 8pm. Ticket : RM40 online / RM50 at the door.
http://headlinersmrs.peatix.com. Call +60172603654 or email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia for more info
November 24
Gregory Ramanado and Syima at Le Noir KL
Le Noir KL presents Gregory Ramanado and Syima live on stage at 10:30pm
LE NOIR KL : Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur
Roof terrace opens at 5pm. Cover charge may apply after 11pm. To reserve your spot:
Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table
Email: HERE / Phone/WhatsApp: +60122245416
Valet parking available.
November 24
WhereTheGigsHaveNoName #2 at Live Fact
Four acts feature tonight:
Maharajah Commission
Klang Valley experimental rock n' roll otais
Gaur
Alco-Driven punk from good ol' Kuala Lumpur
On A Trip
Emotionally unstable instrumental rock band from Kuala Lumpur
(((Wirrrittt)))
One-man multi-genre band who loves to pray, listening to ziqr, and doing good to others.
LIVE FACT : 33-2, Plaza Danau 2, Jalan 3/109f, Taman Danau Desa, K
Admission: RM25. E-mail livefactkl@gmail.com to RSVP
November 25/26
Regal Royal Fireworks AT THE Dewan Filharmonik Petronas
English conductor Paul Dyer leads this elegant baroque concert by the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra. Two seldom played works by composers Brescinello (Sinfonia No. 5) and Rittler (Ciaccona à 7) preface Bach’s regal Suite No. 4 with its high and festive trumpet parts. Teenage Mozart’s sparkling Divertimento precedes Handel’s perennial audience favourite, Music for the Royal Fireworks, written to celebrate the end of the war of the Austrian succession and the Aix-la-Chapelle treaty.
SAT 25 NOV 2017 8:30PM
SUN 26 NOV 2017 3:00PM
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
Paul Dyer, conductor
BRESCINELLO Sinfonia No. 5
RITTLER Ciaccona à 7
BACH Suite No. 4
MOZART Divertimento for Strings K.138
HANDEL Music for the Royal Fireworks
DEWAN FILHARMONIK PETRONAS : Petronas Twin Towers, KLCC
Tickets: RM150 RM120 RM90 RM60
Become a subscriber when you buy a minimum of any 5 concerts across all series to enjoy 20% off and other special privileges. To purchase tickets, visit our Box Office at Ground Floor, Tower 2, PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC or call 603 2331 7007, you may also purchase online at http://mpo.com.my/27-regal-royal-fireworks/. Visit our website for more details - http://www.mpo.com.my/
November 25
Noah Live in Kuala Lumpur
NOAH, formerly known as Peterpan, is an Indonesian alternative pop/rock band. The band consists of four members, known as Nasril Irham (Ariel) – vocal, guitar, tambourine, piano; Mohammad Kautsar Hikmat (Uki) – rhythm guitar ; Loekman Hakim (Lukman) – lead guitar and David Kurnia Alber (David) – keyboard, piano, synth.
With deep lyrics, catchy beats, and Ariel’s iconic voice, Noah has captivated audiences in both Malaysia and Indonesia. As of 2015, NOAH has sold more than 9 million albums in Indonesia itself and has been recognized as the best-selling alternative pop/rock band in their country. Two of their albums were included on the list of the Indonesian all-time best-selling album reaching #3 for “Bintang di Surga” and #6 for “Seperti Seharusnya.
Even with their name change in 2012, their fanbase has continued to grow at a stellar rate. You’ll find 'Sahabat NOAH' all over Asia!
Building on Peterpan’s fanbase, they’ve performed as many as 150 concerts in a year. This year, they’re planning to spread their love to their hardcore and loving fans from across the sea, to Malaysia.
Under the name Noah, they will be performing in Stadium Negara in front of 10,000 adoring fans. So this is your chance to shout it out loud to some of NOAH’s greatest hits with the band themselves. Get your tickets NOW before someone else takes your place!
STADIUM NEGARA : Jalan Stadium, Bukit Bintang, KL
Tickets from RM95 – RM245 available from https://airasiaredtix.com/noah_live_in_KL
November 25
Wild Wild Fever at The Bee
WWF-Malaysia is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year. Come to their birthday party. They have been in Malaysia since 1972. When "American Pie" by Don MacLean was on the radio, Al Green was telling your parents, "Let's Stay Together." The Godfather was the number one movie. Meanwhile, back home, another small group of passionate people decided to help stop the degradation of our natural environment and build a future in which we live in harmony with nature.
WWF-Malaysia currently runs more than 90 projects covering environmental protection and sustainability efforts. Besides helping local wildlife, we'll also showcase local talents as well as WWF-Malaysia's very own band, Panda Jam. Invite your nocturnal, animal-loving friends and share this event with the#wild at heart.
List of performers:-
Ryota Katayama
The Metaphor
Kaya (the band)
Panda Jam, the WWF-Malaysia staff band
Plus special guests, Markiza and Peter
THE BEE, PUBLIKA : Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL
Free entry. Call 03-7960 22160 or e-mail bees@thebee.com.my
November 25
Janine Annice at No Black Tie
Dulcet falsettos and dusky tones are abound as native Londoner Janine Annice takes the stage for one night of alternative soul and R&B at NBT. Not to be missed.
NO BLACK TIE : 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, Kuala Lumpur
Admission: RM 64. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
November 25
Kontakt Live Series: Nervedeless, INSTAKE, Grayson, Electric Funeral at Live Fact
Having started as a monthly showcase at the now defunct Republic Bar, "Kontakt" has earned a reputation as one of the most diverse
Line-up:
Nervedeless
INSTAKE
Grayson
Electric Funeral
and innovative live music series, a vital platform for some of the newest and awesome bands in the local community.
LIVE FACT : 33-2, Plaza Danau 2, Jalan 3/109f, Taman Danau Desa, KL
Admission: RM25. E-mail livefactkl@gmail.com to pre-book
November 25
Stan Konnexions feat. Syima & Zharif SlowJamz Live at Le Noir KL
Le Noir KL presents StanKonnexions featuring Syima & Zharif SlowJamz (Alejandro Nawawi) live.
LE NOIR KL : Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur
Roof terrace opens at 5pm. Cover charge may apply after 11pm. To reserve your spot:
Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table
Email: HERE / Phone/WhatsApp: +60122245416
Valet parking available.
November 25
Live at The Actors Studio at KLPac
Come and be a part of Live @ The Actors Studio as it returns in a lighter and more intimate format. Featuring at the Indicine KLPac, Malaysian singer-songwriters Karynn Tan and Teresa Goh, Heerraa, Efi Eqbal, Toh Shir Ling and Jacqueline Teng and Isaac Ho present a line-up of their very own original compositions and behind-the-scenes insights into their work. Presented by The Actors Studio Seni Teater Rakyat.
KLPAC : Sentul Park, Jalan Strachan, K
Admission by donation of RM15. Call 03-4047 9000 for information / box office.
November 26
Alex in Wonderland at KL Convention Centre
Phoenix PR and Evam Entertainment proudly presents, South India's comedic sensation, Alexander The Comedian in his first solo stand-up special, Alex In Wonderland! This 75-minute show will include his typical rib-tickling, knee-slapping comedy and plenty of music and Tamil. Being passionate about music, Alex steals every opportunity to sing and play his musical instruments.
Alex draws from his varied life experiences growing up in a village in Tamil Nadu to working in corporate America, and brings unique colors to his acts. In this show, his insane optimism towards life will rub off on to you, and he will connect you with your own Wonderland. A wonderful show that you can take your parents and elders along.
Alexander is a seasoned Toastmaster and a public speaking champion who has won humorous speech contests across South Asia. A former software engineer turned Yoga instructor, he brings a distinct style of comedy and hilarious tales from everyday life. Alex just finished touring all over India with his one-by-two stand up special 'The Yogi and the Bear' performing over 25 shows to all packed houses! With his recent videos going viral, Alex is one of the most sought-after comics right now!!
PLENARY HALL Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Stall 7, Jalan Pinang, KL
Tickets at RM138 / RM158 available from https://www.ticketpro.com.my/theatre/comedy/2212022-Alex-In-Wonderland.html
November 29
Adam Hall & The Velvet Playboys at No Black Tie
Adam Hall is an accomplished Trumpeter, Vocalist and Composer based in Perth, Australia. In 2005 he formed a classic Rhythm & Blues band, ‘Adam Hall & The Velvet Playboys’. The band is somewhat of an institution of the Perth music scene and renowned for its captivating live performances, marked by slick presentation and raw energy.
The band’s repertoire is rooted in the Jazz and Rhythm & Blues music of the 40’s and 50’s, from artists such as Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, Louis Prima, Sammy Davis Junior, Harry Connick Junior, Jackie Wilson, Chuck Berry and The Blues Brothers. They also include a large library of Adam Hall originals and unique arrangements.
NO BLACK TIE : 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, Kuala Lumpur
Admission: RM75. This is also a Wine & Jazz Evening, with a selection of our best wines and menu for dinner at RM298++ inclusive of admission fee. Dinner starts at 8PM.
Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
November 29
MPO Happy Hour - Madrugada
Join Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra musicians and a guest dancer on an unforgettable journey as they conjure up a dreamscape for our time. Featuring the music of Brazil, Italy, Turkey, Estonia, as well as Grammy and Pulitzer Prize winning composers John Corigliano and William Bolcom, Madrugada blurs the lines between classical and mainstream. Romance meets jazz, classical, ragtime, and the sultry sounds of global music in this celebration of the night. Artists hailing from four continents unite for one special evening only, to perform music that is truly without borders. Evening 6.30pm concert. Featuring Ming Goh, violin; Ivan Torres, cello; Mireia Frutos, piano; Suyin Tan, percussion; Nathan Fischer, guitar; Alyzsa Lim, dancer.
DEWAN FILHARMONIK PETRONAS : Petronas Twin Towers, KLCC
All Seats: RM40. To purchase tickets, visit our Box Office at Ground Floor, Tower 2, PETRONAS Twin Towers, KLCC or call 603 2331 7007, you may also purchase online at http://mpo.com.my/28-happy-hour-madrugada-night-music/
Visit their website for more details - http://www.mpo.com.my/
November 30 - 2 December
Let's Rock at KLPac
Get ready to rock your way into the New Year. Let’s Rock is set to shake things up in the music world with a concert of epic proportions. Headlined by Fuad of Kyoto Protocol fame, songstress Bihzhu and singer-songwriter Nick Davis, the trio will be backed by the KLPac Symphonic Band, the 4-piece band led by Loh Ui Li and the 20-member Young Choral Academy Chorus.
Under the direction of Ian Chow supported by Co-Music Directors Kevin Christensen and Loh Ui Li, Let’s Rock will bring you the best of the best of rock music from the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, to pioneering bands like Guns N Roses and as well as some of the hottest bands today such as Coldplay and Snow Patrol. Presented by The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (klpac)
30 Nov 2017 @ 8.30pm (Charity Night in Aid of MyKasih Foundation) / 1st Dec 2017 @ 8.30pm / 2nd Dec 2017 @ 8.30pm
KLPAC : Sentul Park, Jalan Strachan, K
Tickets: Regular 1 (Centre Seat): RM80 / Regular 2 (Side Seat): RM60 /Concession (TAS Card Member / Senior / Disabled / Student): RM40. *All inclusive of RM3 ticket handling fee and 6% GST. www.ticketpro.com.my or call 03-4047 9000
November 30
Elvira Arul at No Black Tie
Elvira Arul is back at No Black Tie. Having worked with the likes of Sheila Majid, Jaclyn Victor, and M Nasir, catch her soulful performance.
NO BLACK TIE : 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, Kuala Lumpur
Admission: RM64. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
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