TIME certainly flies when you’re having fun and in a blink of an eye, we’re in the second quarter of 2025.
Here are just some of the options available for music fans looking for a blast after dark.
DUA KL
No.5, Jalan Setiapuspa,
Medan Damansara, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 019-524 2011
Dua KL is a live music venue that brings out a great selection of musicians for good times after dark.
Tonight, Ae$iz is in the house for a night of rock, pop and country vibes.
Tomorrow evening, join Samantha for an emo night out.
On Sunday, rock fans are in for a treat with 9 Lives featuring Joy Victor singing out strong from the stage.
ROCKAFELLERS PJ
G.001, The Square,
Jaya One, Petaling Jaya
Tel: 017-934 0310 (Danes)
Rockafellers PJ is one of several great chill-out spots in Jaya One, offering a good selection of live sports on screen and live music from the stage.
This Sunday, enjoy the Much Music Fest 11.0 with three bands back-to-back from 8.30pm onwards.
Join the fun as the Elate Show Band, Plan D and D’mure take turns to turn up the heat onstage.
A BAR ABOVE – BLACK EDITION
Block B-102, Phileo Damansara 2,
Jalan 16/11, PJ
Tel: 016-387 6690
Just over a month old, A Bar Above’s Black Edition offers great vibes and good pub grub in Phileo Damansara.
True to the flavour of its first outlet, this bar also serves up live music with Extreme Duo hitting the stage on Tuesday nights and Soulseekers jamming up a storm on Wednesdays from 8pm onwards.
Friday nights belong to the Groove Company while all-girl outfit D’mure fills in the Thursday spot.
MERDEKARYA
No.352 (Annexe), Jalan 5/57,
Petaling Garden, PJ
Tel: 018-661 4553
Now entering its 12th year, Merdekarya continues to be at the forefront of promoting the indie scene.
Tonight, itsjustsam takes the stage for a night of indie pop while tomorrow, head honcho Brian Gomez is back with more acoustic folk rock.
Next Tuesday, blues fans are in for a treat with the Blues Dancing Socials back for more fun on the dance floor. For details, check out @bluesdancingkl on Instagram.
Next Thursday, Suehaila turns up the heat with some soul and R&B while country fans can groove to the rhythms of Khid Buck & The Bucks next Friday.
To round off next week, singer-songwriter Fabian Mark Peter brings some of his friends along for a great night out.
No cover charge, except where noted, but a minimum tip of RM10 for the musicians is expected.
JAO TIM
No.61, Jalan Sultan, KL
Tel: 03-2022 3897
Website: www.jaotim.com
In the heart of Kuala Lumpur, the elegant Jao Tim serves up an interesting array.
The event space gives life to a whole new set of musical offerings that include something for just about everyone.
Tonight, rock, blues and vintage psychedelia are the order of the day with Persimmon Tree feat Billie Blue Blackstone.
Tomorrow night, get into the swing of things with the Frankie Sixes serving up great swing jazz tunes.
More swing fun ensues on Sunday with Bonahop getting into the groove for the special Balboa Tea Time Swing. Cover charges apply.
Visit their website for tickets.
BOBO KL
No.65-2, Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, KL
Tel: 012-683 8603
Tonight and tomorrow, comedy is the order of the day at Bobo KL, with one-woman powerhouse Jo Tan presenting two nights of humour.
Next Tuesday and Wednesday, disco vibes are in the house with Melissa Indot presenting the disco edition of Extravadanza.
Dasha Logan, meanwhile, pays tribute to Amy Winehouse next Thursday and Friday with two nights of “I told you I was trouble”.
Cover charges apply.
Visit bobokl.com for details.
ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR
Nos.3 & 5, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar, KL
Tel: 011-2729 2383
In Bangsar’s Telawi hub, Rock Bottom Bangsar is a great place to kick back after a long day at work or for football fans to catch the best of live matches.
There’s also plenty of music action.
On Wednesday nights, tickle your brain cells at Quiz Night with Quizmaster Shiv from 8pm to 9.30pm.
SOL@Level 40 – THE MET
A-40-01, Menara The Met,
No.20, Jln Dutamas 2, KL
Tel: 019-308 5211
For some high-flying action, at level 40 no less, relative newcomer SOL packs a punch with musical offerings four times a week.
On Wednesday, the Kraze Band is in the house while on Thursdays, Radio Active takes the stage.
On Friday nights, Sella Band sings out strong.
Then, on Saturdays, legendary crooner Vijay David joins his friends on stage for a night of entertainment.
A BAR ABOVE
No.145-1, Jalan SS2/24, PJ
Tel: 016-387 6690
Another hidden gem in the heart of Petaling Jaya’s SS2, A Bar Above hosts seven nights of music a week.
Tonight, the Soul Seekers are on stage to entertain.
Tomorrow night, another legend of the local nightlife scene, The Strollers, will take to the stage with Thomas Williams joining in for a vocal boost.
BARUMBA PJ
No.7, Jalan 8/1E, PJS 8, PJ
Tel: 016-241 7560
Good news for Petaling Jaya folks as Barumba serves up some great music to enjoy without having to trek out to the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
On Tuesday nights, guitar virtuoso Sharin is in the house to jam up a storm while on Thursdays, Arab teams up with Aji to entertain the crowd.
SIMPLY JAZZ by Tin Box
Nos. 28 & 29, Block C5, Level G3,
Publika, Solaris Dutamas, KL
Reservations: https://tinbox.my
Klang Valley jazz fans have another venue to enjoy with veteran pianoman Michael Veerapen setting the direction for the musical antics on stage.
BATS
Sunway Giza, Jalan PJU 5/14, PJ
Tel: 012-969 8557
Bats gets the music flowing in the heart of Kota Damansara.
Tonight veteran rocker Bala is back, while tomorrow Vishnu, Jason, David and Adeline are in the house.
For a full list of performers, check out www.facebook.com/bats.restaurant.bar
LAVAA RESTOBAR
No.25, Jalan 17/56, Section 17, PJ
Tel: 03-7931 5446
Great vibes, good food and a selection of original cocktails make this nifty outlet in Petaling Jaya a great place to chill any time of day.
Musical magic happens twice a week here, with an extra special Sunday afternoon session from 3pm to 7pm.
Chill for an afternoon with the sounds of Sharin going solo with his acoustic and jamming up a storm.
