Uniqlo has recently collaborated with artist and designer, Hana Tajima. This British Japanese designer has worked together with Uniqlo to bring you stylish yet modest clothings. This Hana Tajima Lifewear Collection is a merge of contemporary designs and comfortable fabrics. Among the pieces in this collection includes headscarves, dresses, kebayas and more. This collection is now available at all Malaysia Uniqlo stores and online stores.
I stumbled upon on doing this article when one Indonesian friend of mine asked me one ultimate question, “apa sudah jadi sama muzik rock di Malaysia?”. Being a fan of rock music myself, at that particular time, I was utterly out of words. How am I supposed to answer this guy’s question? He said that during his school days, Malaysia’s rock music was a phenomenon. He also mentioned bands like Search, Iklim, Wings, Bloodshed, Ella & the Boys and claimed that the last time he heard of Malaysia’s rock music was in 2001 when Exist made a comeback with the album, “Ada” featuring hits like “Jesnita”, “Julia”, and other Malay girls’ name.
So with that question in mind, I decided to make a collective of some of today’s bands that I hope can bring back the era left by our rock papas, and change the face of Malaysia’s rock music.
A 5-piece rock band hailing from Kuala Lumpur. Started playing local bars in 2008. They became the first runner-up for TV programme; Versus and just released their full-length album entitled “Catch These Men”.
Formed by Myo, Naem, and Adib back in 2007 and later joined by Amber, Wawa, Jack, and Jimmy. The band released their 3rd full-length album entitled “Younghearts” last year and recently just finished their “Kembara Kenchana” tour.
A project band formed by Akim, the second runner-up for a TV programme; Akademi Fantasia 7. They will come out with a debut album this August entitled, “Patriot” featuring hits like “Mewangi”, and “Potret”.
A synth-rock outfit founded by 1/3 of Malaysia’s hip-hop pioneers; KRU, Edry Abd Halim. Together with Ryan Brakhma, Denny, and Johar (ex-Tilu), MOJO released their debut album entitled “Nada” after claimed the Anugerah Persembahan Terbaik at the Anugerah Juara Lagu early this year.
A 5-piece experimental rock outfit formed by the sons of Award-winning composer/singer, M. Nasir. Broke through the scene with the song, “Bintang Biru Kristal Salju”, the band released their debut album entitled “Fonetik Anak Candal” together with a tour. The band is now on the road for another tour called, “Merantau Sang Nusa”. Their song, “Sahabat” is also chosen to be the soundtrack for the Best Film at ASEAN International Film Festival 2015, “Terbaik Dari Langit”.
Feel free to use the comment box below and tell us if we’re missing out any bands that you think should be on the list!
Back in 1997, Festival International Sport Extreme (FISE) was founded and it is one of the biggest action sport festival worldwide for professional and amateur extreme sport athletes. The event is filled up with 5 main action sport disciplines which are skateboard, BMX, wakeboard, inline skate & mountain bike. On top of that, other action sport cultural activities will surround the event for your enjoyment.
This is FISE’s second year in Malaysia and we shall once again witness the 3-days event fully packed with extreme entertainment. The event is set on 18th December 2015 to 20th December 2015, happening at Dataran Pekan Rabu, Langkawi. Meanwhile, there is a teaser here to warm you up.
Famous Indonesian singer, Afgansyah Reza @ Afgan will be performing in Malaysia this coming September. “Konsert Suara Hati Afghan” will be happening at Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Center, on the 18th of September 2015. The singer who famous with hits like “Pada Mu Ku Bersujud” and “Terima Kasih Cinta” claimed that this one-night-only concert is to show gratitude to all of his loyal fans in Malaysia. Tickets can be purchased at www.mytickets.asia and for more info, head over to netzahproductions.com.
Super Sunday is a well known local street wear brand that is heavily inspired by art, culture, music & fashion. Super Sunday is proud to present their latest collection lookbook that is shot entirely in Tokyo, Japan. You can purchase their new collection online through their Facebook & also in their physical Super Sunday store located in centre of Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Bintang.
Jenama yang anda boleh percaya, Tarik Jeans has officially released its much-awaited “Dry Season 2015” collection. Best-selling selections like the Slim Ramlee and Skinny Din will also be made available with some new detailings to both of the pairs. The all-black Kopi-O series will also be re-introduced in this collection alongside the National Service and Royal Malaysian Air Force camouflage bucket hats, plain oxford shirts, and a variety of signature t-shirts.
Tarik Jeans “Dry Season 2015” collection is now available at Kronoz Shop, online on Facebook and Instagram and is bound to go online via its soon-to-launch website.
Rexagon, a lifestyle street wear brand from Kuala Lumpur established in 2014 which aims to deliver an idea of simple, trendy and comfort tees to the audience. The brand name inspired from the word of “hexagon”, a polygon that consists of six sides, parallel to the concept and not to confine themselves living in a box.
Get your own favorite piece of their latest collection “Project 1.0 Awake” directly from their website and don’t forget to check out Facebook page and Instagram as well for series. As Rexagon’s one year anniversary is around the corner, fifth collection is coming up real soon in August!
If you still haven’t had enough of the previous ones, PIRING-PIRING #3 is back! An event to celebrate the ‘piring hitam’ music a.k.a old school vinyl music. This time featuring Excessive Records’ The Man Called Uncle, DJ Bawang from Tandang Store, and Nick from Hard Graft Records. Independent food vendors like B’wiched, Nachos, Icy Pops will also be there giving you the best snacks to enjoy the live performances by Mystery Tapes and indie introvert OJ Law. This bi-monthly series will be held at the same place. For those who do not know, it will be at Barlai, a comfortable boutique hotel, event space and bar. For more information, do visit their event page. Take a look below for the previous fun of Piring-Piring #1 and #2.
The Outcast Dance Show is back for its 6th year to bring you a variety of fresh, exciting and creative dance choreographies. Performed by the students and instructors of Outcast Dance Studio. Dance styles performed include Salsa, Latin/Ballroom, Belly Dance, Acrobatic Show dance, Jazz/Contemporary and Pole Dance. This event is not to be missed by anyone interested in dance! The show is happening at Pentas 2, The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre on Jul 24th – 26th , 2015. Visit TicketPro.com to purchase your tickets!
MTV World Stage is a global platform that regularly gathers multi-genre talents and presents the biggest artist lineups to music lovers. They have finally set an official date for Malaysian Stage, falling on 12 September 2015, happening at Sunway Lagoon KL.
Stand a chance to be the first 50 fans to get an exclusive MTV World Stage passes, by submitting a photo of you at past years’ MTV World Stage Malaysia with the hashtag #worldstagemy on Instagram and tell them why you are the biggest fan of MTV World Stage in the caption. The contest starts now and it is closing at 20th of July.
