Kicking out the jams for a load of fun

Richard Lim and Serene, featuring Hong, will be on stage in Taps Mont Kiara from 5pm onwards tomorrow.

MONDAY

BACKYARD

28, Jalan Sri Hartamas 8,

Taman Sri Hartamas, KL

Tel: [phone]

Mark Renesh croons for the crowd with his own special brand of charm.

ELSIE JO CAFE

Lot B-1-10, Block B,

Ativo Plaza, 1, Jalan PJU9/1, Damansara Avenue, Bandar Sri Damansara

Tel: [phone]

Monday nights get a little crazy in Elsie Jo as the Sharin Trio heat up the night with a selection of great rock vibes.

HOME & AWAY LIVE TTDI PLAZA

Plaza TTDI, Jalan Wan Kadir 3,

Taman Tun Dr Ismail, KL

Home & Away now offers a whole lot more than just great deals on the drink. Some of its outlets, including the one in TTDI Plaza, serve up great live music.

LE NOIR KL

H-G-07, The Hive,

TREC, Jalan Tun Razak, KL

With three levels to play with, the management serves up something for just about anyone with live music and EDM all on offer in the heart of TREC.

MANDOLIN

Plaza Glomac Kelana Jaya, PJ

Tel: [phone]

Monday nights are nights to take it easy, so kick back, relax and enjoy some good vibes from Victor M as he takes the stage solo with his guitar.

HERITAGE BISTRO

125, Jalan Gasing, PJ

The name may have changed but it still retains that distinctive Ol’Skool feel and flavour with a load of bands jamming up a storm on stage. Take a break on Mondays with Haywire taking the stage for a party to kick off the week.

ONLINE

32, Jalan SS20/10,

Damansara Kim, PJ

Tel: [phone]

Online is one of those special places where your cares seem to just melt away when you take your first step inside. Now, Mondays are extra special with the talented Mizan serenading the crowd in his inimitable style.

ROCK BOTTOM KITCHEN & BAR

42, Changkat Bukit Bintang, KL

When you get that feeling that everything’s going right, it’s got to be about Karma with Mathan and Arab teaming up for a blast.

ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR

3 & 5, Jalan Telawi 2,

Bangsar, KL

Rock Bottom has spread its wings and now serves up fun times in Bangsar as well. Monday nights are all about Eme and The Backbone.

SUTRAA

No 34, Changkat Bukit Bintang, KL

Tel: [phone]

Plenty of action on stage with a selection of great vibes. Gerard Singh joins Colin Jansen and Vijay David on stage for some groovy guitar vibes.

TIPSY COW RESTAURANT & BAR

B/0G/03, Plaza Mont Kiara,

2, Jalan Kiara, KL

Tel: [phone]

Mont Kiara is picking up as another hotspot for live music.

WAIKIKI BAR

1, Lorong Sultan,

PJ Palms Sports Centre, PJ

This is one spot where there is more than enough on offer to have a good time. Waikiki is almost an institution and you're sure to find what you like here.

TUESDAY

3 MONKEYS

2, Jalan Kasuarina 3,

Bandar Botanic, Klang

Tel: [phone]

Hometown hero Gerard Singh showcases his talents in the heart of Bandar Botanic out in Klang.

BACKYARD

For a taste of something completely different, check out Arumugam goes to Alabama for a blast of fusion vibes.

FLAVOURIST

B7-G-1, Gaya Apartment,

Taman Melawati, KL

Sharin ditches his merry men and heads up to Ampang for a more mellow Tuesday night in Flavourist as he travels the acoustic solo route.

HERITAGE BISTRO

Join the resident band for some great music, with a special focus on the 1970s to the 1990s.

HOME AND AWAY LIVE

Kelab Shah Alam,

Jalan Aerobik 13/43,

Section 13, Shah Alam

The music continues with a selection of bands and soloists making their way here for a night of good fun.

MANDOLIN

Tuesday night's are also about kicking back and relaxing, with Clinton on keyboards joined by Kyra.

MODESTO’S PJ PALMS

PJ Palms Sports Centre,

1, Lorong Sultan, PJ

Tel: [phone]

A nice little spot in the heart of PJ New Town, this offers another option if you don't want to head down to the city.

ONLINE

Jason and Reuben are back in Online for more double acoustic fun on stage.

VERANDA BAR & LOUNGE

V E Hotel and Residence,

Bangsar South City,

8, Jalan Kerinchi, KL

For something different, and a little earlier in the day, head to Veranda from 6.30pm onwards for some Happy Hour action on stage until the clock turns 9pm.

WEDNESDAY

BACKYARD

Wednesday nights are never the same in Backyard, with music director Edmund Anthony reaching out to offer slots to various bands, both new and veteran, to drop by and show off their chops.

GRIDIRON SPORTS CAFE & LOUNGE

11 & 15, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar, KL

It may be a sport-themed bar but that doesn’t mean Gridiron does not have any music for punters. Every Wednesday, Hydra goes wild on stage.

MANDOLIN

Nightbirds with Thomas William serve up some of the classics.

MODESTO’S PJ PALMS

Chemistry takes the stage every Wednesday so get in on the action and drop by for some classic cuts in the heart of PJ.

THE POUND 3 TWO SQUARE

E 35-01, 3 Two Square,

2, Jalan 19/11, PJ

Sharin and his merry men are back in Petaling Jaya, this time, with an acoustic twist to the action.

ROCK BOTTOM KITCHEN & BAR

Havoq are in the house to help celebrate Ladies’ Night in the heart of Bukit Bintang.

ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR

Karma, the duo comprising Mathan and Arab, are back in action for some fusion vibes.

SALTLICK

J-OG-13, Jalan Solaris,

Solaris Mont Kiara, KL

Tel: [phone]

Saltlick in Mont Kiara is also a vibrant spot for live music.

THURSDAY

9FIVEQ, 34, Jalan USJ9/5Q, Subang Jaya

More action for music fans in Subang Jaya with Mary Jackson and Charles Barnabas taking the stage and serenading the crowd with everything from evergreen oldies to more current hits.

BACKYARD

NRG gets their groove on and turn up the heat at Backyard on Thursday nights. If you haven’t checked out this showband, you’re in for a treat as they are one tight band.

CEYLON BAR

20-2, Ground Floor,

Changkat Bukit Bintang, KL

The Sharin Trio strikes again. This time around, they're bringing all their gear along so be prepared for some great rock and maybe even some classic metal thrown in for good measure.

HERITAGE BISTRO

It's time for a little Reboot with a new band jamming on stage. Join Steeles, Fassy, Mann and the legendary Lord@Lokman as they spin up the classic rock and throw in some soul and reggae to get the party going.

MANDOLIN

Ollie and Light Machine get in the groove with some serious sax vibes from the stage.

MODESTO’S PJ PALMS

Get in the mood for some classic cuts with the Godfather appearing live on stage.

ONLINE

Tam the troubadour brings his guitar along as he gets the crowd singing along with his great vocals and harmonies.

THE POUND AMPANG

Dataran Prima, Ampang

Chestnut is no more, but the music still plays on at this iconic Ampang outlet with Home & Away taking the reins.

ROCK BOTTOM KITCHEN & BAR

Talented young outfit Spokensoul take the stage in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s tourist zone.

ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR

All-girl group Candy gets ready to pump up the volume and deliver a great time.

SALTLICK

Join the Saltlick for some great grooves with plenty of action to choose from. Thursday nights belong to Hydra and it’s ladies’ night as well.

SUTRAA

The School Band, with iconic musicians Jimie Loh, Jerry Felix, Clifford J, Jason Noah and Richard Gomis, are in the house.

FRIDAY

ALEXIS

Lot 10 & 11, Great Eastern Mall, 303, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur

Tel: [phone]

Next Friday, jazz fusion band NewSound, led by Malaysian pianist John Dip Silas, take the stage.

BACKYARD

Friday nights are always good nights in the Backyard with the kings of the 1980s.

BROTZEIT SUNWAY PYRAMID

3, JALAN PJS11/15,

Bandar Sunway, PJ

TEL: [phone]

Sharin and gang lose the electrics once again for a mellow Friday night in Sunway.

BULLSEYE PUB & RESTAURANT

D2-G4-03, Solaris Dutamas,

Publika, 1, Jalan Dutamas 1, KL

Another hot spot for music in the Dutamas area.

HEALY MAC’S 12 BAR

222, Jalan Ampang, KL

Tel: [phone]

Drop by for everything from great blues to classic rock at Healy Mac’s.

LA RAMBLA

B-0-15, Megan Avenue 2,

12, Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, KL

Tel: [phone]

Friday nights are time to let your hair down with some great live action on stage.

MANDOLIN

Chemistry get in on the act in the heart of Kelana Jaya.

MODESTO’S PJ PALMSLeggo gets into the groove in the heart of PJ New Town every Friday night.

ONLINE

Friday nights in Online are not going to be the same as Julian Mokhtar and Dos Flers take the stage again for the first time in 22 years. Join in the fun as the Temple of Rock gets a treat from the veteran axeman.

ROCK BOTTOM KITCHEN & BAR

Starstruck take it to another level for the Friday night and they really know how to groove to the beats.

ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR

Netwerk are in the house for the Friday night.

SUTRAA

Get all your blues needs sorted out with the Sons of Adam serving up a good selection.

TIPSY COW

Havoq gets into gear on a Friday night.

TOM, DICK & HARRY’S

R-13A, Jalan PJU 1A/7A,

Central Piazza Oasis,

Ara Damansara, PJ

Rockers Hydra are in the house to blow your socks off on a Friday night.

WAIKIKI

Bring on the voice with veteran rocker and crooner Bala taking the stage.

SATURDAY

ALEXIS

Tonight, Talitha Tan continues to shine on stage. Next week, NewSound gets into the groove on stage.

BACKYARD

Rock n Rolla live it up in Sri Hartamas with some great tunes that will hit the spot.

HERITAGE BISTRO

You can be sure of something magical in the air on a Saturday night in Heritage. Expect the un­expected and let down your hair.

ONLINE

Get set for some jaw-dropping action with the Sharin Trio getting into the groove in the Temple of Rock. Be prepared for more than just a little bit of mayhem as they rock out hard on stage.

MANDOLIN

Saturday nights belong to Karisma to rule the roost in Mandolin.

ROCK BOTTOM KITCHEN & BAR

The Sons of Adam bring some new rock flavours to the stage as well as a blues list that will blow you away.

ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR

Elements are in the house to raise a ruckus and get the crowd going.

TIPSY COW

Hydra are here to take control and give the crowd a dose of rock with a touch of their own. Let down your hair and enjoy some great moments.

SUNDAY

BACKYARD

It’s a double-header with DoubleAze as acoustic troubadours Albert Sirimal and Allan G. Murillon team up for more fun on stage to get you ready for a long week ahead.

ROCK BOTTOM KITCHEN & BAR

Sunday nights see showband NRG pumping out the grooves, and their slick, well-practised choreography, on stage.

ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR

Suresh and Chilli takes things down a notch.

TAPS BEER BAR MONT KIARA

• G1-1, 1 Mont Kiara Mall,

Mont Kiara, KL

Tel: [phone]

• One Residency,1,

Jalan Nagasari, KL

Tel: [phone]

Tomorrow, it’s going to be a Japanese bar takeover in Mont Kiara, with a special collaboration between Taps Beer Bar Mont Kiara and Takumi Craft Bar. Richard Lim, Serene and Hong entertain from 5pm onwards while special Japanese-inspired dishes such as Miso Marinated Beef Skewers, XO Edamame and Lentil Miso Soup have been whipped up by chef Aaron for the occasion. Happy hour draught beer all night long.