Friday, 17 February 2023

‘SoundCircus Weekender’ 2-Day Music Fest!

Most-Awaited Music Event Of The Year Returns With A ‘Weekend Vibe’ Brought By Art Of Speed Malaysia (AOSM) & BRO ASIA

Malaysia’s leading in alternative and indie lifestyle shows, Art of Speed ​Malaysia (AOSM) together with local e-devices manufacturer, BRO ASIA, join-forces for the first time ever to organize one of the most-awaited music events in the country by bringing together big names in the music industry from local and abroad, called the 'SoundCircus Weekender', the music event will take place from 4 to 5 March, 2023 starting at 10:00 am until late at the famous community and culture hub, REXKL.

According to Mr. Asep Ahmad Iskandar, Festival Director of AOSM & SoundCircus Weekender, "This year, the SoundCircus Weekender music event takes place at the newly-repurposed historical cinema building, REXKL, situated in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, and will be a 'stand-alone' event without the annual AOSM shows normally held at MAEPS, Serdang.

It all started back in 2017, the SoundCircus music event began as a small-scale 'music gigs' that aims to provide a special platform for mainstream and especially underground artists and music-makers to showcase their work. Then in 2019, due to the overwhelming response from visitors, the venue was shifted outside the main hall to accommodate the increase in the number of visitors of 5,000 people.

And this year, AOSM has invited BRO ASIA, a new and innovative brand in the Malaysian e-
device industry that supports AOSM in organizing the SoundCircus Weekender music event whilst gaining the opportunity to introduce their brand to visitors and fans of the music event.
Mr. Roman Lai, CEO & Founder of BRO ASIA shared, "We’re very proud and excited to accept
AOSM's invitation to be a part of this exciting music event and make it a success, it’s in sync and befitting with the direction of our brand that’s suited for fans of live music.


Over the years, SoundCircus music event has turned into a formidable music platform for
established and up-and-coming artists and bands from both in and outside of the country that
serves today’s music to cater the needs of current music enthusiasts. Mr. Asep added, "What’s special this year, for the first time an indie rock music festival will be held at a special and hip location, REXKL, dubbed as the 'Weekend Takeover', the music event
is a 2-day event over the weekend.

The line-up of performers are The Sigit (Indonesia), Mooner (Indonesia), Sweetass, Bunkface, Noh Salleh & Restoe Iboe Band, Iqbal M, Flop Poppy, A.C.A.B, Grey Sky Morning, Naratu, Budak Nakal Hujung Simpan, Jemson, Margasatwa, Impatient Sisters, Republic of Brickfields, Asyrfnsir, Yonny Boii, Kmy Kmo and Lucka Sickta.



"The artists and bands were selected based on the collective voice of the community that has

been shortlisted by experts of current music trends, and we expect concert-goers are among
fans of indie rock music ranging from 18 to 40 years of age.
"Among the highlights will be 'Battle of The Bands' to be held in the afternoon joined by 10
new bands in the genres of indie, rock and reggae with a total of more than 30 artists and
bands involved.



Mr. Asep said, "We (AOSM & BRO ASIA) hope that this music event will be the number one
choice for music-lovers who wants to experience live music and enjoy the ambience in a
strategic and historical location in the middle of KL, and we hope each visitor will go back
feeling entertained by this year’s SoundCircus Weekender music event with lasting memories!”


 

For those interested in attending the SoundCircus Weekender music event, the 2-day entry tickets are priced as low as RM158 and still available for grabs, please visit https://scf.artofspeedmy.com/ for immediate purchase.

For ticketing, go to link: https://scf.artofspeedmy.com/


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Wednesday, 15 February 2023

British Boyband Blue Turn Back Time After Two Decades

'Blue 20th Anniversary: Heart & Soul Tour’ Malaysia - Plenary Hall, KLCC ~ 8:00pm Friday, 10th February 2023.

One of  UK's most popular boy bands of the early 2000s, British quartet Blue returned to Malaysia on Friday evening after they last performing here in 2019. The show was part of their 20th Anniversary Heart & Soul Tour, marking over two decades since they released their 2001 debut album 'All Rise'.

The line-up has remained constant all these years - Antony Costa, Simon Webbe, Duncan James and Lee Ryan. Even they were gone for a hiatus from 2005 to 2011, the foursome never really went away.


Witnessed by 2,900 of eager  Malaysian fans, the band manages to capture the heart of local music-lovers with their non stop incredible showmanship, which was organised by local event organiser’s dynamic-duo, Hitman Solutions and Happymoon.

According to Mr. Rohit Rampal, CEO & Founder of Hitman Solutions, "Just as we (Hitman Solutions & Happymoon) anticipated, tickets were sold-out and most ticket-buyers were in their late 20s till mid 40s. It was very heartwarming to receive such a response by fans of Blue because we took a chance by bringing the boys to Malaysia and it paid-off."


Even after two decades, Blue stil got it, their energetic yet synchronized dance moves singing hit songs such as ‘One Love’, ‘All Rise’, ‘Best In Me’ and other numbers, took the audience on a journey down memory lane.

Blue are no has-been, playing some newer songs such as 'Haven’t Found You Yet', ‘Ultraviolet’ and 'Dance With Me' from their sixth album, 'Heart & Soul', released in October 2022.

Still, the bulk of the music was from 20 years back. The set list was essentially a Best Of Blue compilation, and the biggest sing-along of the night accompanied hits such as 'If You Come Back', their version of American R&B group Next’s 'Too Close' and 'Fly By'.

They also pulled off a medley of even older covers, a mix of Motown tunes that included Stevie Wonder’s classic 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours' (1970) and Kool & the Gang’s 1981 hit 'Get Down On It'.

And yes they may be getting on in years, but the members can still pull off the synchronized dance moves, the ones that you may be familiar with from their music videos of yore.



It took a couple of songs to get the crowd warmed up. When Blue came on stage to croon 'Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word' , the fans cheered but remained seated. But when the quartet launched into 'U Make Me Wanna' from their second album 'One Love' (2002), audiences were up on their feet and dancing. It was a party until the end of the show.

Most of the crowd, who looked like they were in their teens or tween when the early albums were released, sang along and there were even some who could still pull off Blue’s dance moves.


Mr. Kesavan Purusotman or more affectionately known as KC, Managing Director of
Happymoon shared, "We’re extremely humbled with gratitude because Blue accepted our invitation to hold a concert here although they’ve been coming to the country a couple of times on different occasions, but fans are still excited every time the band makes its
appearance, especially when they heard Blue has just released their latest studio album".

According to one of the band members, "Malaysian fans were one of the best crowds we
have ever had. The energy that they exude, and how they sang every word to each and
every song is mindblowing!"



The band entertained concert-goers for a straight 75-minute with a number of surprises
such as a special opening act performance by Malaysia's silver screen darling, Diana Danielle
which received rave reviews.

Mr. Rohit added, “Last night’s concert marks another successful concert with our music ally, Happymoon, and just like the tour name ‘Heart & Soul’, this concert really touched our
hearts and souls, from the lads themselves being so in-tune with the crowd performing their
amazing hit numbers.


Be sure to follow Hitman Solutions on Facebook for all the latest updates on Blue 20th Anniversary Heart & Soul Tour in Kuala Lumpur 2023, or visit Blue's website.

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