Kuala Lumpur Weekly Live Events Guide : 19/10/17 : The City List
From jazz to classical, live music to comedy and indie pop to hard rock, it’s a busy week ahead here in the Kuala Lumpur scene. Here are just some highlights of what’s on offer in and around the Klang Valley.
By JASON CHEAH
OCTOBER 20
Ryot Jones Live at Le Noir KL
Le Noir KL presents RYÖT JONES live on stage downstairs at 10:30pm. A gathering of multicultural and multitalented people who strive to be the best musicians out there. RYÖT JONES is an 8-piece funk/soul band which resides in Kuala Lumpur.
The band is currently working on their single (Dancing Shoes) and has garnered rave reviews from establishments. The band classifies its sound as festival funk and aims to bring the most energetic stage performances to festivals, venues and events within Malaysia and South East Asia.
LE NOIR KL : Unit H-G-07, The Hive, TREC, Lot 435, Jalan Tun Razak, KL
Roof terrace opens at 5pm. To reserve your spot:
Book online: https://form.jotform.me/LeNoirKL/book-a-table
Email: HERE / Phone/WhatsApp: +60122245416
Valet parking available.
OCTOBER 20/21
Crackhouse Comedy Presents : Dilruk Jayasinha (AU) featuring Justin Heyes
Hailing from Sri Lanka, Dilruk relocated to Melbourne to attend university. Having completed a degree in accounting, he started working for one of the “Big Four.” However, after performing at an open mic night in 2010, that all changed…
In a bittersweet turn of events, Dilruk was unceremoniously fired from his accounting job at the same time his comedy career was taking shape. Just as Dilruk had, it turns out his managers had noticed that his heart lay elsewhere.
Dilruk is now a regular on the comedy scene around Melbourne and with a reputation for consistently nailing his shows, Dil has been invited to perform all over the country as well as internationally and in 2017 he completely sold out his run at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival with his brand new show The Art of the Dil.
Dilruk has recorded an hour long special for the ABC and is a regular on Network Ten’s Have You Been Paying Attention? He’s also appeared at the Sydney Opera House as part of the Just for Laughs festival.
Dilruk has also just scored his own TV show as team captain on brand new panel show CRAM for Network Ten alongside fellow team captain Virginia Gay and host, Peter Helliar, not to mention becoming a regular, acting in ABC TV’s award winning Utopia.
Crackhouse Comedy Club KL : 1st Floor, 24A, Lorong Rahim Kajai 14 Taman Tun Dr Ismail, KL
Date : 20 OCT (FRI) & 21 OCT (SAT)
Time : 9pm Showtime, Seating 8pm
Ticket : RM40 online / RM50 at the door
headlinersdilruk.peatix.com
Call +60172603654 or email laugh@crackhousecmedy.asia for more info
OCTOBER 20
Semalam Di Malaya featuring Ushera at No Black Tie
Inspired by the formative years of Malaysia’s contemporary music industry, “Semalam di Malaya” reflects rising singer Ushera’s pride in her Malaysian heritage. A collection of Malay classics circa 40's and 50's, the show will be a mix of her favourite Malay ballads. Some are jazzy, some are "Irama Melayu" like "Arjunaku" by Maria Menado.
They will also present a lot of swing and Latin numbers such as "Buka Pintu" by Anekke Gronloh, "Jikalau Abang Merindu" by Nona Asiah, "Polynesia Mambo" by Saloma and many more.
Joining Ushera on stage are her favourite musicians: Ganesh Bala on the grand piano, Fly on the upright bass, Pa' ang on Percussions and Aizad on drums.
NO BLACK TIE : 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, Kuala Lumpur
Date: 20 October 2017
Time: 10PM. Cover charge: RM 53. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
OCTOBER 21
Cyberjaya Arts Festival - 21st Oct 2017
Cyberjaya Arts Festival is a 1 day outdoor arts festival showcasing the work of talented mainstream musicians, indie bands, visual artists and fashion designers. The festival will consist of various musical and arts events scattered around Radius Cyberjaya, and it will be open to the public for free. Key Events include battle of the bands from 2pm to 6pm and a music showcase from 7pm to 11pm. There will be a fashion show from 6pm to 7pm and a visual arts exhibition from 2pm to 9pm.
Main acts to perform will included SleepSide, Beatburns, Flop Poppy and OAG, There will be a Foodtruck Corner and other fun activities for everyone. Join them at the Cyberjaya arts Festival on October 21. FREE entry for everyone. Register now at http://cyberjayaartsfestival.peatix.com/ .This is an MKN Embassy Sdn Bhd event to celebrate #Cyberjaya20
OCTOBER 21
Priscillia Xavier live at Ril's Bar
Influenced and hugely inspired by the likes of Jeff Buckley, Alicia Keys, Alanis Morissette & Alex Vargas; Priscillia Xavier now sings with a flair for Soul-Rock, R&B and Indie Jazz whilst dabbling in other genres that inspire her music.
Fusing in a lot of heart and her knack for music storytelling, she's also known for her diverse song repertoires that usually come with unique re-interpretations and mash-ups.
When she isn’t gigging in her home-city (Kuala Lumpur), this songbird can be seen playing shows across Southeast Asia, namely Singapore, Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City.
One thing’s for sure; Priscillia Xavier brings in a whole lot of energy and soul onto any stage that she graces. Catch her show and you’ll get to know that every performance comes with an experience guaranteed to take you through an eclectic musical ride.
She'll be backed up by some of her very talented friends: Jay-r Yong(Guitar), Ashwin Gobinath (Drums) and Zaim Zaidee (Bass)
Instagram: instagram.com/prisxaviermusic
Twitter: twitter.com/prisxaviermusic
Youtube: youtube.com/priscilliaxaviermusic
RIL’S BANGSAR : 30, Jalan Telawi 5, Bangsar Baru, KL
Call 03-2201 3846 or e-mail reservations@rils.com.my
OCTOBER 21/22
Fateful Fourth from the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra and Youth Orchestra
Venezuelan tenor Carlos Silva and rising Venezuelan conductor Joshua dos Santos present a glittering night of arias made famous by Luciano Pavarotti at the Dewan Filharmonik Petronas. Amongst the arias are Verdi’s catchy La donna è mobile, Bernstein’s evergreen Maria, Curtis’ popular Torna a Surriento (Come Back to Sorrento) and Puccini’s dramatic Nessun Dorma. The concert moves from song to fate with Tchaikovsky’s dramatic Fourth Symphony, which begins in a brooding mood but ends in utter jubilation.
SAT 21 OCT 2017 8:30PM
SUN 22 OCT 2017 3:00PM
Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra
Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra
Joshua dos Santos, conductor
Carlos Silva, tenor
(in collaboration with the Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela)
FALLA La vida breve: Danza Española
CILEA L’arlesiana: E la solita storia del pastore
VERDI Rigoletto: La donna è mobile
BERNSTEIN West Side Story: Maria
CURTIS Torna a Surriento
PUCCINI Turandot: Nessun Dorma
TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 4
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/17-fateful-fourth/ . Visit the MPO website for more details - http://www.mpo.com.my/
OCTOBER 22
Si, Irene, Video Boy and Joi Noir at The Bee, Publika
ROCK BRIDGE JAPAN – MALAYSIA SHOWCASE
Following the release of their latest EP Bees the band from Tokyo si,Irene embark on their first out of Japan tour supported by Japanese band Video Boy.
si,Irene is a unique blend of Japanese sonic precision and the true American free spirit. The band is dedicated to answering the big life questions through the syncopated song composition and chiming guitars in the best traditions of The Smiths.
The most fearsome indie pop Video Boy’s cite their main music influences in The Jesus and Mary Chain and Tame Impala. The showcase is also supported by the international KL based post-punk rockers Joi Noir whose beautiful melodies are matched with the raw guitar power.
Weblinks:
si,Irene – http://siirene.com/
Video Boy – https://videoboyjp.wixsite.com/band
Joi Noir – http://joinoir.com/
THE BEE, PUBLIKA : Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL
9pm. Tickets RM20. Call 03-7960 22160 or e-mail bees@thebee.com.my
OCTOBER 24
John Dip Silas Trio featuring Az Samad
You can expect the very talented budding pianist John Dip Silas and friends to bring a fresh take on jazz, with the unique guitarist-composer-educator Az Samad featuring for the evening.
NO BLACK TIE : 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, Kuala Lumpur
Date: 24 October 2017
Time: 9PM. Cover charge: RM42. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
OCTOBER 25
Open Crack #186 | 9pm Showtime
Open Crack every Wednesday. It’s open mic night at Crackhouse Comedy Club KL. Get over that mid-week slump with a dose of comedy as its supposed to be - uncensored and honest. Raw, fast paced and edgy, Open Crack! Witness the grassroots comedy scene with newbies, regulars and if you’re lucky a surprise guest comic. The best 3 minute set of the night will win RM100 cash and an opening slot at their weekend headliner shows.
To get a spot, just turn up at 8.00pm on the night itself to sign up. List closes at 8.45pm. Prepare 3 minutes of material.
Crackhouse Comedy Club KL : 1st Floor, 24A, Lorong Rahim Kajai 14 Taman Tun Dr Ismail, KL
9pm, Door opens 8pm
RM15 online / RM20 at the door. http://crackhouseopencrack.peatix.com For bookings or inquiries: email laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia or call/sms/whataspp +60172603654
OCTOBER 25
Tribute to Django Reinhardt featuring Gypsy Project
The Gypsy Project, composed by the three guitarists Hady Afro, Az Samad and Wan Gigi, will pay a most unique tribute to Django Reinhard, the Romani French jazz guitarist and composer, regarded as one of the greatest musicians of the twentieth century.
NO BLACK TIE : 17, Jalan Mesui, off Jalan Nagasari, Kuala Lumpur
Date: 25 October 2017
Time: 9PM. Cover charge: RMRM53. Call 03-2142 3737 after 5pm or visit www.noblacktie.com.my for bookings.
