Hydra will be rocking out at Rock Bottom Bangsar’s ninth anniversary celebrations next Wednesday.
IN the blink of an eye, we’re already in the second quarter of the year and there is no shortage of great music to be enjoyed throughout the Klang Valley and beyond.
With the arrival of the weekend, options abound for music fans who want to relax and unwind after dark.
AZURE
10, Jalan 30/70A
Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 016-223 3786
Every Sunday, join the Trio Live Band as they light up the stage. Trio comprises guitarist Ramesh Purple and bassist Jimmy, who were in the line-up of the legendary Alleycats. They are joined by Ghazal on drums.
Once the sun sets, Azure turns up the heat with its in-house Bollywood band from Chandigarh, India, to set the night on fire from 8.30pm onwards, Tuesday to Sunday.
The Trio Live Band is at Azure in Desa Sri Hartamas on Sunday evenings.
DUA KL
5 Jalan Setiapuspa
Medan Damansara, KL
Tel: 019-524 2011
Dua KL is a live music venue that brings out a great selection of talented musicians in the evenings. Tonight, the Allan G Trio is set to rock the house.
Tomorrow night, the Aristocrats are primed for “bandeoke” night – it’s karaoke with a twist as patrons are encouraged to sing their hearts out while being backed by the live band on stage.
ROCKAFELLERS PJ
G.001, The Square
Jaya One, Petaling Jaya
Tel: 017-934 0310 (Danes)
Tonight at Rockafellers PJ the inimitable Russell Curtis is in the house, bringing his signature sound and high-energy stage presence as part of the City Lights Tour. Tomorrow night, take a trip back in time with RetroActive and relive the heyday of some of the Klang Valley’s iconic clubs when Jason Koo, DJ JD, Spike, Fasha, Desash and Double D take on the decks.
On Sunday, the Live Series continues with Keisha & The Metaverse Players on stage.
MERDEKARYA
352 (Annexe) Jalan 5/57
Petaling Garden, PJ
Tel: 018-661 4553
Tonight, Mantra is in Merdekarya for a night of original indie pop. Tomorrow, head honcho Brian Gomez brings his original folk rock to the stage.
Next Thursday, Otam brings a touch of funk-folk for fans while next Friday night sees indie rockers Kathrika take to the stage. No cover charge but a minimum tip of RM10 for the musicians is expected.
JAO TIM
61 Jalan Sultan, KL
Tel: 03-2022 3897
Website: www.jaotim.com
Jao Tim is stepping up as an events space. Tomorrow night, join Clinton, Rumalki and Paradise presenting Voices of the Heart. On Sunday, contemporary music is given a classical twist by All Strings Attached featuring Wicked Music People. Next Thursday, the Eurasian Quattro is in the house with Anything to Make You Move. Cover charges apply, visit its website to get tickets.
BOBO KL
65-2, Jalan Bangkung
Bangsar, KL
Tel: 012-683 8603
Tonight and tomorrow night, join Ida Mariana and WVC Jazz for two nights of great Jazz Alchemy. Next Tuesday, Dasha Logan is joined by Nish Tham on the Bobo stage for Light Nights. Next Thursday to Saturday, Gavin Yap is back with Fork It. On May 13, Evie Feroza is back at Bobo for Tuesdays’ Light Nights series, while from May 15 to 17, Izen Kong pays tribute to the Rocket Man with a selection from the Elton John songbook. Gaming fans are in for a treat from May 22 to 24 when the Raja Farouk Live Orchestra delves into Echoes of the Crystals, a symphonic odyssey through Final Fantasy. Cover charges apply, visit bobokl.com for details.
ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR
3 & 5, Jalan Telawi 2,
Bangsar, KL
Tel: 011-2729 2383
Next Wednesday, Rock Bottom Bangsar outlet celebrates nine years of rocking the neighbourhood.
The party starts at 6pm with Soul Seekers kicking things off before veteran rockers Hydra get into the groove.
SWIG @GASING
123A, Jalan Gasing, PJ
Tel: 016-951 6627
Tonight, the inimitable Tam is in Swig@Gasing for a night of blues, rock and everything in between.
Tomorrow night, Russell Curtis continues his City Lights Tour with a special stop at Swig@Gasing, while next Saturday, he takes the tour to sister outlet Swig@Megah.
SOL@Level 40 – THE MET
A-40-01 Menara The Met,
20, Jln Dutamas 2, KL
Tel: 019-308 5211
Tonight, the Elate International Show Band is in the house for a pop-and-retro party while tomorrow, things go a little Caribbean with 9 Lives and Joy Victor serving up a night of Latin Reggaeton with a special performance by the Enaj Dancers.
A BAR ABOVE
145-1 Jalan SS2/24, PJ
Tel: 016-387 6690
A Bar Above hosts music acts nightly. Tonight, the Soul Seekers are on stage to entertain.
Tomorrow night, jam to the beat of the 1980s and 1990s with DJ Calvin and on Sunday night, the Strollers are back in the house for another night of the classics.
BARUMBA PJ
7 Jalan 8/1E
PJS 8, PJ
Tel: 016-241 7560
Barumba serves up great music to enjoy in Petaling Jaya. 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
28 & 29 Block C5, Level G3,
Publika, Solaris Dutamas, KL
Reservations: tinbox.my
Jazz fans in the Klang Valley have another new venue to enjoy with veteran pianoman Michael Veerapen setting the direction for the musical antics on stage.
LAVAA RESTOBAR
25, Jalan 17/56
Section 17, PJ
Tel: 03-7931 5446
Musical magic happens twice a week here, with a special Sunday afternoon session from 3pm to 7pm with Sharin going solo with his acoustic guitar.
TWENTY EIGHT @ BANGSAR
26 Jalan Telawi 5
Bangsar, KL
Tel: 019-870 0493
Friday nights serve up something a little different at Twenty Eight, with Quiz Master Ram headlining but it’s not just any other quiz night as there’ll be a live band on stage to keep punters entertained before, after and maybe even during the quiz. For reservations, email enquiries@twentyeightbar.com
ELLI ROCKS TTDI
26A, First floor
Jalan Datuk Sulaiman
Taman Tun Dr Ismail, KL
Tel: 011-3422 5566
Tonight, Ae$ix is in the house to entertain. Tomorrow night, Gerard Anthony joins Vishal for fun times after dark.
ELLI ROCKS DAMANSARA HEIGHTS
46-M First Floor
Plaza Damansara, Jalan Media Setia 2
Bukit Damansara, KL
Tel: 011-1511 8866
Legendary axeman Sharin brings the band back together tonight for some great rock alongside DJ Soya on the decks.
BATS
Sunway Giza
Jalan PJU 5/14, PJ
Tel: 012-969 8557
BATS is a fun spot out in the heart of Kota Damansara with a host of live acts. Tonight, veteran rocker Bala is back for a blitz from the stage. Tomorrow night, Vishnu, Jason, David and Adeline are in the house for a night of fun. For the full list of performers, check out www.facebook.com/bats.restaurant.bar
