Julian Mokhtar takes the lead with Kuroneko on Sunday in Zeta Bar.
MONDAY
UPSTAIRS @ ALEXIS BANGSAR
29A, Jalan Telawi 3,
Bangsar, KL
Tel: 03-2284 2880
Get into the groove of things on the first Monday night of every month when Alexis Bangsar hosts its jam session for music fans and musicians.
BACKYARD
28, Jalan Sri Hartamas 8,
Taman Sri Hartamas, KL
Tel: 03-6201 0318
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: 03-6261 9070
Elsie Jo is a great place to kick back and relax and the best part is, every weekend, music reverberates through the air. Live music every Friday and Saturday.
Hard rocker Richard Gomis is also in the mix for Kuroneko on Sunday.
HANGOVER
D-37-01,
Dataran 3 Two Square,
2, Jalan 19/1, PJ
Monday nights may need a little cheering up, so head over to Hangover and get into the groove as the Zarsardias Brothers bring their brand of good time rock’n’roll to the stage.
HERITAGE BISTRO
125, Jalan Gasing, PJ
Take a break in Heritage for some great times after dark.
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: 03-7885 9110 / 7886 8434
A good place to chill out and groove with the sounds of the band stirring things up.
All-round nice guy Sherman Tan heads up Project TDH 2.0 on Saturday nights.
ONLINE
32, Jalan SS20/10,
Damansara Kim, PJ
Tel: 03-7728 0532
Online is one of those special places where your cares seem to just melt away on taking your first step inside. Now, Mondays are extra special with Vishnu bringing his A-game to the fore to beat those Monday blues.
OVERFLOW BISTRO AND PUB
6, Jalan SS22/21,
Damansara Jaya, PJ
A new kid on the block, Overflow serves up six nights of great music for the fans. Expect some familiar faces on the scene as well as a few surprises at this cosy joint.
ROCK BOTTOM KITCHEN & BAR
42, Changkat Bukit Bintang, KL
When you get the feeling that everything’s going right, it’s got to be about Karma with Mathan and Arab teaming up for a blast alongside Lynn and Mira. They'll definitely get the vibes going.
ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR
3&5, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar, KL
Monday nights are all about Mizan and Kyra as they get down to sing out strong for the crowd in the heart of Bangsar.
SUTRAA
No 34, Changkat Bukit Bintang, KL
Tel: 019-690 3266
Plenty of action on stage with a selection of great vibes. For some Monday Mayhem, join the crowd for a taste of the Icon Band on stage.
The Sons of Adam know how to treat the blues and, of course, can rock out with the best.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 with a wide range of acts over the week.
WHERE ELSE @ SUNWAY
108, Ground Floor, Block B3,
Leisure Commerce Square,
Jalan PJS 8/9, Bandar Sunway
Tel: 03-7877 1888
Monday nights are for the pool crews out there but watch out for more action from the stage as the week progresses.
TUESDAY
3 MONKEYS
2, Jalan Kasuarina 3,
Bandar Botanic, Klang
Tel: 03-3318 2278
Hometown hero Gerard Singh is in action out in Klang.
BACKYARD
For a taste of something completely different, check out Arumugam goes to Alabama for a blast of fusion vibes.
HERITAGE BISTRO
A place for some great music, with a special focus on the 1970s to the 1990s. On Tuesday, Rod and Jamilla are your hosts for the evening as they entertain with a blast of great tunes.
Groove to the sounds of Karma as they rock to the beat in Rock Bottom Changkat.
ROCK BOTTOM KITCHEN & BAR
Tuesday night everything goes Sky High in Rock Bottom over in Changkat Bukit Bintang.
ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR
Get set for a bit of Double Trouble as Raymond Chia teams up with Vijay David for some live action.
SUTRAA
A little bit of Karma with Arab and Mathan teaming up to entertain the crowd.
WHERE ELSE @ SUNWAY
It’s Open Mic night in Where Else, so if you think you have a head for music, head on down and have a blast.
WEDNESDAY
AFTERWERK
G-02-03, The Scott Garden,
Kompleks Rimbun Scott,
289, Jalan Kelang Lama, KL.
Wednesday-night action in Old Klang Road starts with Brandon Peter and Yhuan spicing it up.
THE BARREL IRISH PUB
32, Jalan Kasuarina 11/7,
Bandar Botanic, Klang.
Tel: 03-3318 9153
There’s another hotspot brewing out in Klang, with the Barrel serving more than just great Guinness. On Wednesday nights, the Double J Band entertains.
HERITAGE BISTRO
Clifford Jay and Jason Noah team up to give the crowd a rousing display of musical power.
ONLINE
Jeremy D’Costa takes it easy with some groovy tunes for music fans.
ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR
For some really wild and heavy fun, drop by Rock Bottom Bangsar on the midweek to catch the legendary Hydra live on stage.
ROCK BOTTOM KITCHEN & BAR
Quiz night for those who’d like to match wits with the great Quiz Master Ram. Music fans are not left out with Spoken Soul on stage to help sooth the night.
SUTRAA
It’s Wild Out there with the Ultimate 5 grooving to the tunes of the night.
THURSDAY
BACKYARD
NRG gets its groove on and turn up the heat at Backyard on Thursday nights with a powerful selection of great vibes.
ONLINE
KDee and Man sing out strong for a more relaxed Thursday night in Damansara Kim.
ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR
It’s Ladies Night and Rock Bottom keeps the party going with all-girl group Astra Malaysia getting into the groove of things from the stage.
ROCK BOTTOM KITCHEN & BAR
Thursday nights see the Octaves getting in on the action in Changkat Bukit Bintang.
SUTRAA
For more fun from the stage, join Sky High here on Thursday nights.
FRIDAY
3 MONKEYS
Friday night is a day for more evergreen vibes in the house, with Still Looking Good on stage.
ALEXIS
Lot 10 & 11, Great Eastern Mall,
303, Jalan Ampang, KL
Tel: 03-4260 2288
Next week, Alexis’ international nights make a comeback with Adam Hall & the Velvet Playboys taking the stage. Hall is an accomplished Australia-based trumpeter, vocalist and composer who has worked with a host of jazz luminaries over the years. He set up ‘Adam Hall & the Velvet Playboys’ in 2005 and since then, they have become an institution on the Australian vintage music scene, even picking up a nomination for Best Jazz Act at the 2010 West Australian Music Industry Awards.
BACKYARD
Friday nights are always good nights in the Backyard with Union, taking it to the 1980s.
THE BARREL IRISH PUB
Jeremy and Gerard are in the house for a night of the classics out in Bandar Botanic.
COUNTRY BARN
G16, Jalan USJ Sentral 3,
USJ Sentral, Persiaran Subang 1, Subang
Tel: 03-8011 5582
Fans of country music would probably remember the Country Barn out in USJ. It is back in action under new ownership at a brand-new location. Still great grub and, of course, music to the ears. Friday nights, Mary Jackson and Hard Dave Singh get into the groove here.
ONLINE
Friday nights in Online are extra special as the Temple of Rock gets into gear with some hard-rocking vibes and heavy beats. Voltage is back in the house for more hot and heavy action.
ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR
The Network Band is in the house to spice up the night.
ROCK BOTTOM KITCHEN & BAR
The Sons of Adam take it to another level for the Friday night with more classic rock and blues beats.
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 as only they know how to.
WHERE ELSE @ SUNWAY
On Friday nights, the Bluez Bugs provide a refreshing change of pace as they get their groove on.
SATURDAY
3 Monkeys
Saturday nights are meant for partying and that’s just what you’ll be doing when Project N9 gets into the swing of things.
ALEXIS
Tonight, singer-songwriter Pris Xavier sings out strong with an eclectic mix of songs. Next week, veteran pianist Michael Veerapen tickles the ivories with a couple of his friends in tow to liven up the proceedings and celebrate all things jazz.
THE BARREL IRISH PUB
Last Saturday saw the Gerard Anthony Project get into the groove in the Barrel. This week might be more of the same or the outlet could just pull off a surprise.
COUNTRY BARN
On Saturday nights, the multi-talented Vishnu is in the house to entertain the crowd.
ONLINE
This week, the Temple of Rock gets back into the groove with Shahrin screaming from the stage with the rest of his Trio.
TOM, DICK & HARRY’S
It’s fun, fun, fun as the sun goes down with the TDH Project 2.0 singing out strong with the ever-refreshing Sherman Tan at the head of the five-piece outfit.
SUNDAY
BACKYARD
The DoubleAze duo are back on stage in Backyard to get you in the mood to survive the week.
HERITAGE BISTRO
Heritage offers chill times to end the weekend on a high note.
ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR
Chill out to the sounds of the Artstream duo of Suresh and Shah as they give music fans something soothing to get set for the week ahead.
ZETA BAR
Hilton Kuala Lumpur,
3, Jalan Stesen Sentral, KL
Tel: 03-2264 2596
Bluesman Julian Mokhtar heads up Kuroneko for one last night in Zeta Bar. Get set for some magic as the band knows how to get the crowd into just the right mood to enjoy the last night of the weekend.
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