A historic moment in Malaysia’s rock music industry is set to unfold when legendary bands Search, Wings and XPDC share the same stage for the first time through the 3 Veto Concert at Megastar Arena here on Aug 1.
The concert is expected to revive the glory days of 1980s and 1990s rock music through a lineup of hit songs and high-energy performances that once became a cultural phenomenon.
Concert organiser representative Ikhram Zainuddin said the idea of uniting the three legendary bands stemmed from his deep admiration for their music since childhood, as well as his desire to realise a dream after 15 years in the concert organising industry.
"Bringing them together was not an easy task, but thankfully everything went smoothly with the strong cooperation from all parties, including the artistes’ management teams,” he said at a recent press conference.
Ikhram said the collaboration of the three iconic groups also symbolises appreciation for the legacy of local rock music, which continues to wield strong influence to this day.
"Imagine one segment featuring three drummers, six guitarists and three bassists performing on stage at the same time. That alone is already crazy and something rarely seen at other concerts," Ikhram said.
He said apart from fresh musical arrangements for iconic songs such as Sejati, Isabella and Titian Perjalanan while preserving their originality, the use of audio-visual technology and projection mapping lighting is also expected to bring a new dimension to the concert.
Meanwhile, Wings vocalist Awie said the 3 Veto Concert is more than just a musical performance, but also a symbol of the unity of artistic souls that have evolved within the local music industry over the decades.
He said the opportunity to collaborate with Search and XPDC carries great significance, as each band has its own history, influence and loyal fan base that continues to follow their artistic journey.
"Fans will not only enjoy the performances, but are also expected to relive the spirit and emotions that once shaped their lives through our music,” he said.
Tickets for the 3 Veto Concert, priced between RM189 and RM1,500, are available via the UberTickets platform. – Bernama
