Hope you guys are all excited about KL Sing Song 2007. To help warm yer cockles for the show, check out this special Poptopus player on the right that the nice folks at Popfolio created especially for the concert, featuring songs by some of the singer songwriters who will be performing.
If you like, you can copy the link code and embed it on your own blog or webpage to share with others. We encourage it! The link will be expiring two weeks after the show.
Enjoy!
Friday, July 13, 2007
Friday, July 06, 2007
Yep, it's back. Our annual showcase of local singer songwriters, this year to be hosted by KL Performing Arts Centre for the second time. Sorry about the lateness of this post. We had a bit of a problem with confirming our list of performers. But we finally did it and here's the rest of the news!
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Troubadours Enterprise and KLPAC
are proud to present
KL SING SONG 2007
12 Malaysian Singer Songwriters in Concert
Featuring:
* Pete Teo
* Shanon Shah
* Mia Palencia
* Reza Salleh
* Melina William
* Azmyl Yunor
* Mei Chern
* Jerome Kugan
* Estrella
* Tan Sei Hon
* Mili'z
* Meor
emcee: Fahmi Fadzil
Venue: KL Performing Arts Centre, Pentas 2
Date: 20 and 21 July 2006
Time: 8:30pm – 11pm
Tickets: RM25 (Adults), RM20 (Students, Disabled)
Tickets available at KLPAC (03 - 40479 000) and The Actors Studio, Bangsar Shopping Complex (03 - 2094 9400). Or email tickets@klpac.com. No advance bookings.
Tickets also available directly through Troubadours Enterprise. Call Tan Sei Hon (012 - 285 0931) for more info.
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What will the performances be like? Who'll be performing on which night?
The performances will be held in a "round" format in an acoustic setting. (With professional stage lighting and sound!) Some of the artistes will be backed by one to three muso friends.
On Friday 20 July, the lineup will be: Mia Palencia, Reza Salleh, Melina William, Mei Chern, Jerome Kugan, and Mili'z.
On Saturday 21 July, the lineup will be: Pete Teo, Shanon Shah, Azmyl Yunor, Meor, Estrella, and Tan Sei Hon.
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Who are the singer songwriters?
Glad you ask...
PETE TEO
Pete Teo achieved cult fame in the Hong Kong alternative pop scene as one half of the duo Mid-Century. After disbanding the group, Teo returned to Malaysia, and gradually returned to making music industry as an independent solo artiste. Known for his intelligent and accomplished songwriting and performances, his debut solo album “Rustic Living for Urbanites” was released to critical acclaim, winning awards and backed by promotional performances in Japan, USA and Singapore. Teo is an avid supporter of the singer songwriter scene in KL, having founded a series of concerts called “The Songwriters Round” which featured many local singer songwriters. His latest album “Television” was released to critical acclaim and won three Anugerah Industri Muzik awards, including Best English Album.
Visit http://www.peteteo.com/
SHANON SHAH
Shanon Shah is a singer songwriter whose earnest and affecting songs have won him a loyal following among KL’s metropolitan crowd, which led to his winning the Mandarin Oriental Fan of the Arts Most Promising Artist Award at the 2nd Annual Boh Cameronian Arts Awards. His debut CD Dilanda Cinta was released in 2005 to critical acclaim. He won Best Male Vocalist at Anugerah Industri Muzik 2006. He is currently working on new material for his upcoming album, and on his first play. He also writes for The Sun, Kakiseni and supports and advocates various efforts to uphold human rights and women’s rights.
MELINA WILLIAM
Renowned as the feisty, energetic and accomplished vocalist, guitarist and bassist of local rock band Tempered Mental, Melina William originally hails from Sarawak and has been gradually building a reputation as a talent to be reckoned with in the local music scene. Tempered Mental recently released their debut album, produced by Greg Henderson.
Visit http://www.myspace.com/temperedmentaltm
MEI CHERN
Known for her graceful and insightful songs, Mei Chern has been writing and performing ever since she returned from her studies overseas. Her single “Feels Like Falling” was Musiccanteen.com’s most downloaded song of 2004. Also active in the NGO scene, she wrote “Do You See Me Like You”, the theme song to Ong Ju Lin’s awardwinning documentary “Alice Lives Here.” She’s currently working on her debut full length album.
Visit http://www.myspace.com/meichern
AZMYL YUNOR
Azmyl Yunor’s music evokes the working class down-to-earth folkiness of American singer songwriter heroes such as Bob Dylan and Neil Young, but imbues it with his own brand of infectious humour and colour. A fiercely independent artiste, the multi-genre and multi-instrumental Yunor has performed and released recordings as a solo artiste on his own Rapidear label and as a member of The Maharajah Commission, Ben’s Bitches and Thunder Coffee Club. He has organised various gigs including the “Sapu-Sapu” series and Troubadours which featured various local talents. He is currently working on his full-length album as a follow up to his well-received 2005 EP “Tenets.”
Visit http://www.azmylyunor.com/
MEOR
The music of the mercurial Meor has been described as raw, edgy and sublime, drawing strongly from his readings of existential and Sufi thought. A top-rate guitarist, Meor has released several DIY recordings of his music including the critically acclaimed “Itu Padang… Aku Di Situ” (2003). Unpredictable as a performer, Meor never ceases to delight audiences with his songs, which range from soft ballads to energetic romps, all unified by his signature wavering voice and mystical musings. Meor has also organised various concerts featuring local talents, most notably “Artist Jam” at Central Market, KL. He recently released his latest album “Yang Terlintas Di Fikiran” which was produced by fellow singer songwriter Ariff Akhir.
Visit http://www.pestajiwa.net/
ESTRELLA
Although only formed in 2006, Estrella has been wowing local audiences with their heartfelt songs of youthful romance, showcasing vocalist Liyana’s sensual girl-next-door vibe, and guitarist Yoby’s simple sparkling melodies. Their song “Take It Slow” was featured on the TV program “Impian Ilyana”.
Visit http://www.myspace.com/estrellaband
TAN SEI HON
Visual artist by day, singer songwriter by night, Tan Sei Hon has been actively performing in various acoustic gigs around KL. Cynically charming, Sei Hon’s songs describe urban life and sexual politics in a humorous way. He also organises various music and visual arts events. One of his earlier songs, “City Of The Cats” was covered by Kuching-based band Evenstarr.
Visit http://myspace.com/tanseihon
JEROME KUGAN
Originally from Sabah, Jerome Kugan is a self taught poet musician who has been actively involved in the KL arts scene since 2000. At the 3rd Annual BOH Cameronian Arts Awards, he was awarded Mandarin Oriental Fan of the Arts Most Promising Artist Award and Best Original Music (Theatre) for “Ops Ophelia: A Fashion Opera” directed by Rohaizad Suhaidi. He also organises various music and spoken word events including Troubadours and Wayang Kata. His music incorporates acoustic and electronic elements, influenced by artistes such as Bjork and Depeche Mode. He’s currently working on his debut album and a collection of poems.
Visit http://myspace.com/jkugan
MILI'Z
Piano and vocal duo Michelle & Ling are among the latest wave of talents to emerge in the local music scene, only just formed earlier this year. But already they are accomplished performers with a clutch of winsome and heartfelt songs. KL Sing Song 2007 is their first major appearance.
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Do we have a little press release thingy?
Yes, we do.
PRESS RELEASE - Kuala Lumpur, 5 July
MALAYSIAN SINGER SONGWRITERS REACH OUT TO WIDER AUDIENCE AT KL SING SONG 2007
This 20 and 21 July, KL Sing Song 2007 will bring together some of Malaysia’s most talented and original singer songwriters for a two-night musical showcase at the KL Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC). The two-night showcase will feature live acoustic performances by twelve singer songwriters, including AIM winners Pete Teo and Shanon Shah, and critically acclaimed emerging talents such as Mia Palencia, Reza Salleh and Melina William (vocalist of rock band Tempered Mental).
Organised by Troubadours Enterprise, KL Sing Song is an annual event and this year’s instalment will be the third, held for the second time at KLPAC’s Pentas Dua auditorium. It’s also a part of the Ministry of Culture, Arts & Heritage’s list of events under the KL Arts Fest calendar which is happening throughout the month of July. Other singer songwriters set to perform KL Sing Song 2007 include Mei Chern, Estrella, Mili'z, Meor, and Troubadours Enterprise’s co-artistic directors and concert organisers Azmyl Yunor, Tan Sei Hon and Jerome Kugan.
According to the organisers, KL Sing Song 2007 is aimed at showcasing Malaysian singer songwriters who write and perform their own original material, as well as encouraging more public interest in local talents. “There are a lot of talented local singer songwriters with original material who deserve to be heard beyond smaller venues such as pubs and cafes. KL Sing Song 2007’s aim is to provide that platform for our local talents to reach out to a broader audience, in a more formal setting such as KLPAC,” says Jerome Kugan.
KL Sing Song 2007 is also a showcase of the diverse musical talents in the local music scene. “We select artistes whose music we feel represent diverse worldviews, various genres and performance styles. That’s why we put well-established veteran artistes like Pete Teo alongside new talents like Estrella and Mili'z, to make it interesting for the audience. So they can see and hear the rich musical diversity in the local independent music scene,” adds Tan Sei Hon.
Ceh wah.
We'll be putting up the poster image in the next couple of days! Look out for it!
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Troubadours Enterprise and KLPAC
are proud to present
KL SING SONG 2007
12 Malaysian Singer Songwriters in Concert
Featuring:
* Pete Teo
* Shanon Shah
* Mia Palencia
* Reza Salleh
* Melina William
* Azmyl Yunor
* Mei Chern
* Jerome Kugan
* Estrella
* Tan Sei Hon
* Mili'z
* Meor
emcee: Fahmi Fadzil
Venue: KL Performing Arts Centre, Pentas 2
Date: 20 and 21 July 2006
Time: 8:30pm – 11pm
Tickets: RM25 (Adults), RM20 (Students, Disabled)
Tickets available at KLPAC (03 - 40479 000) and The Actors Studio, Bangsar Shopping Complex (03 - 2094 9400). Or email tickets@klpac.com. No advance bookings.
Tickets also available directly through Troubadours Enterprise. Call Tan Sei Hon (012 - 285 0931) for more info.
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What will the performances be like? Who'll be performing on which night?
The performances will be held in a "round" format in an acoustic setting. (With professional stage lighting and sound!) Some of the artistes will be backed by one to three muso friends.
On Friday 20 July, the lineup will be: Mia Palencia, Reza Salleh, Melina William, Mei Chern, Jerome Kugan, and Mili'z.
On Saturday 21 July, the lineup will be: Pete Teo, Shanon Shah, Azmyl Yunor, Meor, Estrella, and Tan Sei Hon.
****
Who are the singer songwriters?
Glad you ask...
PETE TEO
Pete Teo achieved cult fame in the Hong Kong alternative pop scene as one half of the duo Mid-Century. After disbanding the group, Teo returned to Malaysia, and gradually returned to making music industry as an independent solo artiste. Known for his intelligent and accomplished songwriting and performances, his debut solo album “Rustic Living for Urbanites” was released to critical acclaim, winning awards and backed by promotional performances in Japan, USA and Singapore. Teo is an avid supporter of the singer songwriter scene in KL, having founded a series of concerts called “The Songwriters Round” which featured many local singer songwriters. His latest album “Television” was released to critical acclaim and won three Anugerah Industri Muzik awards, including Best English Album.
Visit http://www.peteteo.com/
SHANON SHAH
Shanon Shah is a singer songwriter whose earnest and affecting songs have won him a loyal following among KL’s metropolitan crowd, which led to his winning the Mandarin Oriental Fan of the Arts Most Promising Artist Award at the 2nd Annual Boh Cameronian Arts Awards. His debut CD Dilanda Cinta was released in 2005 to critical acclaim. He won Best Male Vocalist at Anugerah Industri Muzik 2006. He is currently working on new material for his upcoming album, and on his first play. He also writes for The Sun, Kakiseni and supports and advocates various efforts to uphold human rights and women’s rights.
Visit http://www.myspace.com/shanonshah
MIA PALENCIA
A favourite of the local jazz circuit, Mia Palencia burst onto the scene as the velvet-smooth vocalist of the duo Double Take with guitarist Roger Wang, with whom she released an album of cover songs which gained nationwide FM radio play. The duo has toured extensively, playing in several countries around the region. She is also a talented singer songwriter in her own right, as was revealed during several solo appearances at “The Songwriters Round” and other notable concerts. A part time lecturer at ICOM, Palencia is currently working on original material for her debut album. She recently released her single called “Sayang.”
Visit http://www.miapalencia.com/
REZA SALLEH
Reza Salleh has been attracting a loyal following in the past few years in the Klang Valley for his smooth soulful voice and tuneful songs that are influenced by black American music. He also organises a number of shows, including the successful Moonshine at Laundry. He recently released an EP entitled “Smoke City” which has garnered a lot of radio play, and voted #1 on Fly FM’s Campur Chart.
Visit http://www.myspace.com/rezasalleh
MIA PALENCIA
A favourite of the local jazz circuit, Mia Palencia burst onto the scene as the velvet-smooth vocalist of the duo Double Take with guitarist Roger Wang, with whom she released an album of cover songs which gained nationwide FM radio play. The duo has toured extensively, playing in several countries around the region. She is also a talented singer songwriter in her own right, as was revealed during several solo appearances at “The Songwriters Round” and other notable concerts. A part time lecturer at ICOM, Palencia is currently working on original material for her debut album. She recently released her single called “Sayang.”
Visit http://www.miapalencia.com/
REZA SALLEH
Reza Salleh has been attracting a loyal following in the past few years in the Klang Valley for his smooth soulful voice and tuneful songs that are influenced by black American music. He also organises a number of shows, including the successful Moonshine at Laundry. He recently released an EP entitled “Smoke City” which has garnered a lot of radio play, and voted #1 on Fly FM’s Campur Chart.
Visit http://www.myspace.com/rezasalleh
MELINA WILLIAM
Renowned as the feisty, energetic and accomplished vocalist, guitarist and bassist of local rock band Tempered Mental, Melina William originally hails from Sarawak and has been gradually building a reputation as a talent to be reckoned with in the local music scene. Tempered Mental recently released their debut album, produced by Greg Henderson.
Visit http://www.myspace.com/temperedmentaltm
MEI CHERN
Known for her graceful and insightful songs, Mei Chern has been writing and performing ever since she returned from her studies overseas. Her single “Feels Like Falling” was Musiccanteen.com’s most downloaded song of 2004. Also active in the NGO scene, she wrote “Do You See Me Like You”, the theme song to Ong Ju Lin’s awardwinning documentary “Alice Lives Here.” She’s currently working on her debut full length album.
Visit http://www.myspace.com/meichern
AZMYL YUNOR
Azmyl Yunor’s music evokes the working class down-to-earth folkiness of American singer songwriter heroes such as Bob Dylan and Neil Young, but imbues it with his own brand of infectious humour and colour. A fiercely independent artiste, the multi-genre and multi-instrumental Yunor has performed and released recordings as a solo artiste on his own Rapidear label and as a member of The Maharajah Commission, Ben’s Bitches and Thunder Coffee Club. He has organised various gigs including the “Sapu-Sapu” series and Troubadours which featured various local talents. He is currently working on his full-length album as a follow up to his well-received 2005 EP “Tenets.”
Visit http://www.azmylyunor.com/
MEOR
The music of the mercurial Meor has been described as raw, edgy and sublime, drawing strongly from his readings of existential and Sufi thought. A top-rate guitarist, Meor has released several DIY recordings of his music including the critically acclaimed “Itu Padang… Aku Di Situ” (2003). Unpredictable as a performer, Meor never ceases to delight audiences with his songs, which range from soft ballads to energetic romps, all unified by his signature wavering voice and mystical musings. Meor has also organised various concerts featuring local talents, most notably “Artist Jam” at Central Market, KL. He recently released his latest album “Yang Terlintas Di Fikiran” which was produced by fellow singer songwriter Ariff Akhir.
Visit http://www.pestajiwa.net/
ESTRELLA
Although only formed in 2006, Estrella has been wowing local audiences with their heartfelt songs of youthful romance, showcasing vocalist Liyana’s sensual girl-next-door vibe, and guitarist Yoby’s simple sparkling melodies. Their song “Take It Slow” was featured on the TV program “Impian Ilyana”.
Visit http://www.myspace.com/estrellaband
TAN SEI HON
Visual artist by day, singer songwriter by night, Tan Sei Hon has been actively performing in various acoustic gigs around KL. Cynically charming, Sei Hon’s songs describe urban life and sexual politics in a humorous way. He also organises various music and visual arts events. One of his earlier songs, “City Of The Cats” was covered by Kuching-based band Evenstarr.
Visit http://myspace.com/tanseihon
JEROME KUGAN
Originally from Sabah, Jerome Kugan is a self taught poet musician who has been actively involved in the KL arts scene since 2000. At the 3rd Annual BOH Cameronian Arts Awards, he was awarded Mandarin Oriental Fan of the Arts Most Promising Artist Award and Best Original Music (Theatre) for “Ops Ophelia: A Fashion Opera” directed by Rohaizad Suhaidi. He also organises various music and spoken word events including Troubadours and Wayang Kata. His music incorporates acoustic and electronic elements, influenced by artistes such as Bjork and Depeche Mode. He’s currently working on his debut album and a collection of poems.
Visit http://myspace.com/jkugan
MILI'Z
Piano and vocal duo Michelle & Ling are among the latest wave of talents to emerge in the local music scene, only just formed earlier this year. But already they are accomplished performers with a clutch of winsome and heartfelt songs. KL Sing Song 2007 is their first major appearance.
****
Do we have a little press release thingy?
Yes, we do.
PRESS RELEASE - Kuala Lumpur, 5 July
MALAYSIAN SINGER SONGWRITERS REACH OUT TO WIDER AUDIENCE AT KL SING SONG 2007
This 20 and 21 July, KL Sing Song 2007 will bring together some of Malaysia’s most talented and original singer songwriters for a two-night musical showcase at the KL Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC). The two-night showcase will feature live acoustic performances by twelve singer songwriters, including AIM winners Pete Teo and Shanon Shah, and critically acclaimed emerging talents such as Mia Palencia, Reza Salleh and Melina William (vocalist of rock band Tempered Mental).
Organised by Troubadours Enterprise, KL Sing Song is an annual event and this year’s instalment will be the third, held for the second time at KLPAC’s Pentas Dua auditorium. It’s also a part of the Ministry of Culture, Arts & Heritage’s list of events under the KL Arts Fest calendar which is happening throughout the month of July. Other singer songwriters set to perform KL Sing Song 2007 include Mei Chern, Estrella, Mili'z, Meor, and Troubadours Enterprise’s co-artistic directors and concert organisers Azmyl Yunor, Tan Sei Hon and Jerome Kugan.
According to the organisers, KL Sing Song 2007 is aimed at showcasing Malaysian singer songwriters who write and perform their own original material, as well as encouraging more public interest in local talents. “There are a lot of talented local singer songwriters with original material who deserve to be heard beyond smaller venues such as pubs and cafes. KL Sing Song 2007’s aim is to provide that platform for our local talents to reach out to a broader audience, in a more formal setting such as KLPAC,” says Jerome Kugan.
KL Sing Song 2007 is also a showcase of the diverse musical talents in the local music scene. “We select artistes whose music we feel represent diverse worldviews, various genres and performance styles. That’s why we put well-established veteran artistes like Pete Teo alongside new talents like Estrella and Mili'z, to make it interesting for the audience. So they can see and hear the rich musical diversity in the local independent music scene,” adds Tan Sei Hon.
Ceh wah.
We'll be putting up the poster image in the next couple of days! Look out for it!
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Troubadours in The Attic: June edition!
Thursday 21 June 2007,
8pm
Admission is FREE
(but please buy drinks to support the artistes as they will get paid a cut off the bar)
The Attic KL
Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar(http://attickl.blogspot.com )
(Just go up the hill from the turn-off on Jalan Maarof, go past the primary school on your left, you'll see a few shops, that's where Attic is. You have to look for the door--the sign is rather small. Walk up to the second floor.)
(Show starts on the dot at 9pm so come early to get seated)
featuring
PAOLO DELFINO
IZZY MOHAMED
plus Surprise Guests and Open Mic session
*if you wanna be featured in the Open Mic session, please come at 7pm*
Friday, June 08, 2007
Finally.....
Hello All, this is way way overdue, but better late than never right?
Here they are, pics from our 1st Troubadours this year at THE ATTIC!
.. it got Azmyl thinking" hmm....
Then came our first feature act of the night: Ariff Akhir, launching into a self penned number, after a quick disclaimer about how he aint a fan of U2 and all.....!
Ariff with another number, while Jerome our other feature act for the night, moolights as soundman as well for the show!
AHHH....even Effa is here to show support. Hey! where's Mien? (She was at another gig, there were more cute guys there lo..) HAIYA....
Our final open mikers for the night were this two lovely ladies, MIchelle on vocals and Ling, one mean piano player who came to pass us a track for the Voices from next Door #2 compilation. They were excellent!!!
Yes! it was a good show (don't believe aa? aske Ariff and his buddy..Fly la..) Thanks very much to the cool people at THe ATTIC(even met some friends who worked at La Bodega last time when we had shows there!) To all the open mikers, thanks very much for coming to share your labor of love with us that night and finally to our feature acts, what would we do without your commitment, dedication to the art of song and a great performance? You make this all worthwhile!!
Hello All, this is way way overdue, but better late than never right?
Here they are, pics from our 1st Troubadours this year at THE ATTIC!
Open mikers Rina, Hansel and Li Pei came to kick start the show with some original songs and even some fancy gee-tar chops... Even our good friends Peter Hassan and Markiza came to show support by playin some new songs with witty lyrics, one of them about open mike slots
.. it got Azmyl thinking" hmm....
Then came our first feature act of the night: Ariff Akhir, launching into a self penned number, after a quick disclaimer about how he aint a fan of U2 and all.....!
Ariff with another number, while Jerome our other feature act for the night, moolights as soundman as well for the show!
AHHH....even Effa is here to show support. Hey! where's Mien? (She was at another gig, there were more cute guys there lo..) HAIYA.... 
What can we say about Estrella? Sweet, heart warming, dreamy...this, that and much more!!! (We sure Chi Too would agree...hehe)
Our amigo Jerome's turn came to strut his stuff (he told the audience he went bear hunting the night before!) Don't worry, no REAL animals were hurt in support for this gig.....grrr, i think? well, with Jerome, you'll never know...
Our amigo Jerome's turn came to strut his stuff (he told the audience he went bear hunting the night before!) Don't worry, no REAL animals were hurt in support for this gig.....grrr, i think? well, with Jerome, you'll never know...
Our final open mikers for the night were this two lovely ladies, MIchelle on vocals and Ling, one mean piano player who came to pass us a track for the Voices from next Door #2 compilation. They were excellent!!!
Yes! it was a good show (don't believe aa? aske Ariff and his buddy..Fly la..) Thanks very much to the cool people at THe ATTIC(even met some friends who worked at La Bodega last time when we had shows there!) To all the open mikers, thanks very much for coming to share your labor of love with us that night and finally to our feature acts, what would we do without your commitment, dedication to the art of song and a great performance? You make this all worthwhile!!
See You At the next TROUBADOURS In The Attic on June 21st!!!!!
KLPAC & Troubadours Enterprise Presents:
Music at the Lobby!
Beginning from 10th June 2007, KLPac and Troubadours Enterprise will be lauching a new series known as 'Music at the Lobby' happening every fortnight Sunday (2pm to 2.30pm for Open Mike and 2.30pm to 3pm for feature performer).
The performance will happen for 1 hour before the matinee show start in either Pentas 1 or Pentas 2. The approach is very similar to busking.
The objective of this new series remains very much the same as our other series before this, to promote the singer-songwriter scene in Malaysia as well as to feature talented Malaysians who write and perform original material.
If you are interested to play in the open mike, please do not hesitate to contact us or ian@klpac.com
Music at the Lobby!
Beginning from 10th June 2007, KLPac and Troubadours Enterprise will be lauching a new series known as 'Music at the Lobby' happening every fortnight Sunday (2pm to 2.30pm for Open Mike and 2.30pm to 3pm for feature performer).
The performance will happen for 1 hour before the matinee show start in either Pentas 1 or Pentas 2. The approach is very similar to busking.
The objective of this new series remains very much the same as our other series before this, to promote the singer-songwriter scene in Malaysia as well as to feature talented Malaysians who write and perform original material.
If you are interested to play in the open mike, please do not hesitate to contact us or ian@klpac.com
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Troubadours in The Attic
17 May 2007, 8pm
Admission is FREE
(but please buy drinks to support the artistes as they will get paid a cut off the bar)
The Attic KL
Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar
(Just go up the hill from the turn-off on Jalan Maarof, go past the primary school on your left, you'll see a few shops, that's where Attic is. You have to look for the door--the sign is rather small. Walk up to the second floor.)
(Show starts on the dot at 9pm so come early to get seated)
featuring
Ariff Akhir
The gruff lead vocalist of The Sofa Sessions performing a set of acoustic originals reminiscent of the quieter moments of The Band and U2.
Estrella
Melodic jazzy acoustic pop quartet featuring Liyana's sweet vocals singing sweet songs of youthful love. Think Frente and Lisa Loeb.
Jerome Kugan
Multi-talented singer songwriter performing a set of original and quirky electronic songs inspired by Kylie Minogue and Magnet.
plus Surprise Guests and Open Mic session
*if you wanna be featured in the Open Mic session, please come at 6pm
17 May 2007, 8pm
Admission is FREE
(but please buy drinks to support the artistes as they will get paid a cut off the bar)
The Attic KL
Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar
(Just go up the hill from the turn-off on Jalan Maarof, go past the primary school on your left, you'll see a few shops, that's where Attic is. You have to look for the door--the sign is rather small. Walk up to the second floor.)
(Show starts on the dot at 9pm so come early to get seated)
featuring
Ariff Akhir
The gruff lead vocalist of The Sofa Sessions performing a set of acoustic originals reminiscent of the quieter moments of The Band and U2.
Estrella
Melodic jazzy acoustic pop quartet featuring Liyana's sweet vocals singing sweet songs of youthful love. Think Frente and Lisa Loeb.
Jerome Kugan
Multi-talented singer songwriter performing a set of original and quirky electronic songs inspired by Kylie Minogue and Magnet.
plus Surprise Guests and Open Mic session
*if you wanna be featured in the Open Mic session, please come at 6pm
Tuesday, May 08, 2007
MIDWEEK JAM @ ROCK CITY
You are invited for our Midweek Jam @ Rock City School of Music.
Date & Time: 9th May 2007, Wednesday, 8.00pm.
Venue: Rock City School of Music
5th Floor Wisma Konwa, 40& 42 Jalan Tun Perak, 50050 KL Near Masjid Jamek LRT. Its the building beside Guardian Pharmacy ( after the Mcd's joint)
You are invited for our Midweek Jam @ Rock City School of Music.
Date & Time: 9th May 2007, Wednesday, 8.00pm.
Venue: Rock City School of Music
5th Floor Wisma Konwa, 40& 42 Jalan Tun Perak, 50050 KL Near Masjid Jamek LRT. Its the building beside Guardian Pharmacy ( after the Mcd's joint)
Come enjoy our student and teacher performances.
Don’t know music? Find out how you can perform on stage in just 2 months!
Special performance by Living Room & D Travellin Troubadours Trio (yep, that's us!)
For directions call:
016 607 2200 – Kit
012 665 5450 – Tony
Hope to see you
Don’t know music? Find out how you can perform on stage in just 2 months!
Special performance by Living Room & D Travellin Troubadours Trio (yep, that's us!)
For directions call:
016 607 2200 – Kit
012 665 5450 – Tony
Hope to see you
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Hi Folks,
As you may have read on our myspace, Troubadours will be returning to the stage at The Attic KL @ Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, on 17 May. We're still looking for our feature artistes now. But fear not all those who love our Open Mic section. That will return as well. Our hope is to somehow re-create that intimate atmosphere we shared at La Bodega KL at Tengkat Tong Shin. The Attic KL is a bit different. We hope you'll give it time to grow into you. We'll publish more details about the gig once we have them.
In other news, we're currently putting together the sequel to Voices From Next Door, the compilation CD we put out last year featuring 24 songs by some of the best Malaysian singer songwriters who have graced the scene. The second volume will feature an all-new lineup of singer songwriters. We've already got confirmation from Owen Nicholas, Melina William, Rafil Elyas and some others. As you can imagine, we are much excited.
Also, we'd like to wish fellow Troubadour Sei Hon a very warm get-well-soon greeting after his recent recovery from a bout of dengue fever. Meanwhile, fellow Troubadours Azmyl Yunor (with back band The Sigarettes) and Jerome Kugan have a few upcoming performances to look forward to. Also check out the rest of the guys linked to this page and on our myspace page.
Cheers, Troubadours Enterprise
As you may have read on our myspace, Troubadours will be returning to the stage at The Attic KL @ Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, on 17 May. We're still looking for our feature artistes now. But fear not all those who love our Open Mic section. That will return as well. Our hope is to somehow re-create that intimate atmosphere we shared at La Bodega KL at Tengkat Tong Shin. The Attic KL is a bit different. We hope you'll give it time to grow into you. We'll publish more details about the gig once we have them.
In other news, we're currently putting together the sequel to Voices From Next Door, the compilation CD we put out last year featuring 24 songs by some of the best Malaysian singer songwriters who have graced the scene. The second volume will feature an all-new lineup of singer songwriters. We've already got confirmation from Owen Nicholas, Melina William, Rafil Elyas and some others. As you can imagine, we are much excited.
Also, we'd like to wish fellow Troubadour Sei Hon a very warm get-well-soon greeting after his recent recovery from a bout of dengue fever. Meanwhile, fellow Troubadours Azmyl Yunor (with back band The Sigarettes) and Jerome Kugan have a few upcoming performances to look forward to. Also check out the rest of the guys linked to this page and on our myspace page.
Cheers, Troubadours Enterprise
Thursday, February 08, 2007
Walking the line
BY RIZAL JOHAN
Not many singer-songwriters can emulate openly-emotive statements like Meor's voice of heartbreak.
What life holds for you is anybody's guess but for Perak-born folk singer-songwriter Meor Yusof Aziddin, music is his life force and inspiration. Having actively written music and produced ragged recordings since the late 1980s, this soft-spoken artiste is a true pioneer and is regarded as one of the country's best Malay singer-songwriters. His music, often wedged between intense and openly-emotive statements, has found a keen new audience in his young fan base.
At last year's KL Sing Song festival at the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre, Meor received rapturous resp
An unfortunate incident in late 2005 proved to be a life-changing experience for Meor, who was then busking regularly at Central Market in KL. He was rounded up by the police on suspicion of drug use and although the results came out negative, Meor had to spend four days in the lock-up.
Singer-songwriter Meor is targeting the mainstream audience with his fifth album, Yang Terlintas Di Fikiran."I graduated from the 'university of life' when that happened," recalled Meor, 39, in a recent interview. "After that, my family and I moved to Ipoh and I've been working in an engineering firm for a little over a year now."
Busking didn't seem like a good idea with the authorities clamping down on street musicians without a valid reason. Meor's love affair with music might have suffered a bit after his relocation to Ipoh, but that didn't stop a bunch of singer-songwriter friends in the Klang Valley from getting him back in the groove. The KL Sing Song fest appearance was his biggest show to date and he was also featured in the Voices From Next Door compilation.
According to Azmyl Yunor, a fellow singer-songwriter and co-founder of the Troubadours Enterprise, it was important for the live scene to continue having a voice as distinctive as Meor's.
"It would have been a tragedy if Meor had given up his music. Something had to be done. A few of us (singer-songwriters) got in touch with him and asked if he was interested in recording a new album," said Azmyl.
With the help of Troubadours Enterprise and recording support from Purple Sound Productions, Meor set aside time to nail down some new tracks.
His new album, Yang Terlintas Di Fikiran, his fifth independently-produced album, is a collection of songs penned over the last 10 years. This is the follow up to 2004's Aku Dan Bulan.
"Yes, I moved to another city after being thrown in jail but to me, it's just something that happens in life. I'm not complaining about it," said Meor, who still comes down to KL and busks whenever he gets the chance.
"I'm still busking but not as much as I used to. I think busking is very important. It's something practical in life. You get to know your environment and the people around better when you're a busker."
The new album was produced by his friend, musician Ariff Akhir (of The Sofa Sessions fame). Ariff decided to make a recording of the Meor's music after setting up his own post-production company, Purple Sounds.
"When I started it in the middle of last year, I had no intention of recording an album because what I have is not a studio. But I decided to record Meor's album and make it the flagship product for Purple Sounds," said Ariff.
As reported earlier, Me
or took just two hours last July to record the basic tracks for the album – retaining his usual no-nonsense approach to keep his music spontaneous. It was Ariff's job to fill in the other musical parts – but Meor's raw compositions can be clearly identified on this CD."I'm targeting the mainstream audience with this album.
"It's for people who like to think. That is why the album is called Yang Terlintas Di Fikiran (loosely translated as 'what crosses the mind')," said Meor.
Meor's Yang Terlintas Di Fikiran is priced at RM25 and can be obtained through http://www.pestajiwa.net/ or http://www.purple-sound.com/
(source: http://www.star-ecentral.com/news/story.asp?file=/2007/1/26/music/16523772&sec=music )
Thursday, December 28, 2006
Hi Everyone, Happy New Year!
We've got good news! Swedish singer songwriter Jens Lekman is coming to town and Troubadours alongwith Ain and Junk Magazine are proud to present him in concert at Little Havana on 20 January, 9pm. Price of admission is RM30 (with 1 soft drink) and RM35 (with 1 beer). Opening for Jens will be Lurks, Laila's Lounge and Jerome Kugan. Hurray!
Don't know who Jens is? Don't know where Little Havana is? Go here.
We've got good news! Swedish singer songwriter Jens Lekman is coming to town and Troubadours alongwith Ain and Junk Magazine are proud to present him in concert at Little Havana on 20 January, 9pm. Price of admission is RM30 (with 1 soft drink) and RM35 (with 1 beer). Opening for Jens will be Lurks, Laila's Lounge and Jerome Kugan. Hurray!
Don't know who Jens is? Don't know where Little Havana is? Go here.
Wednesday, December 06, 2006
Monday, November 06, 2006
Good news, everyone! Troubadours will be back with a special gig for Junk magazine's Fortnight series of concerts on 17 December at a new venue, Atrium, Asian Heritage Row, 8:30pm. Our line-up so far: Lightcraft, Deserters, Azmyl Yunor & The Sigarettes and Panda Head Curry. And yep, there will be our ever popular Open Mic section. Spread the word. Tell your pets and parents about it. More updates soon.
Sunday, September 24, 2006
Got this SMS from Peter Hassan Brown just now.
"Jack Nathan guitarist from 360 Degree Head Rotation passed away last night in an accident. Wake @ 6, Jalan SS3/32. Body arriving 6pm tonight. Funeral 4pm tomorrow Kg Tunku crematorium."
We're very sad about this piece of news. Jack was a good friend, excellent guitarist and above all a wonderful person. Godspeed Jack wherever you may be.
Rafil and Jack at a Troubadours gig last year.
Jack tuning up his electric.
"Jack Nathan guitarist from 360 Degree Head Rotation passed away last night in an accident. Wake @ 6, Jalan SS3/32. Body arriving 6pm tonight. Funeral 4pm tomorrow Kg Tunku crematorium."
We're very sad about this piece of news. Jack was a good friend, excellent guitarist and above all a wonderful person. Godspeed Jack wherever you may be.
Rafil and Jack at a Troubadours gig last year.
Jack tuning up his electric.
Monday, August 07, 2006
Sad news, everyone....
We found out yesterday at our monthly Troubaganger Bodega KL gig that it will be closed down in mid-September.
To end it ceremoniously, we'll be organising three Troubaganger gigs there
30 August - Merdeka Eve Special
3 September - Voices From Next Door CD Launch
and a Finale show to be confirmed...
See you at the gigs...
We found out yesterday at our monthly Troubaganger Bodega KL gig that it will be closed down in mid-September.
To end it ceremoniously, we'll be organising three Troubaganger gigs there
30 August - Merdeka Eve Special
3 September - Voices From Next Door CD Launch
and a Finale show to be confirmed...
See you at the gigs...
Friday, August 04, 2006
Yup, sad but true..our monthly gig at La Bodega, Tengkat Tong Shin is coming to an End. And guess what, so is our other gig at KLPac! After discussing with our co organizers (our good friends Ian and Meng Jin) at KLpac, we've decided its time to take a looooonnnnggg break la...
BUT!! we'll probably have a few shows here and there (will keep y'all updated) around town la...in support of our compilation cd 'Voices from Next door, and maybe a year end gig ..(fingers crossed!)
So this coming sunday is our 'last' Troubadours/ Open doors gig at KLpac for this year. Please do come and make it a good one ok? Below are some info of some of the cool performers and film that we have lined up for you, check it out..
About the Musicians Peter Brown is a solo acoustic artist who has been writing songs since the 1970s. He released his first album, "Young & Foolish" in 1979. It was followed by two other albums, "Wild Place in the Sun" (1981) and "The Searcher" (1984). After relocating to Malaysia in 1984, he started his own company Lemang Music and formed Passion with Markiza. They subsequently released two albums "Open Secret" (1993) and "Love & Music" (1996). His critically acclaimed fourth solo album "Warm" was released in 2001. Peter and Markiza has since formed a five-piece named Soft Touch and released an album with the band. Sherry has been a street musician for a number of years now. In fact, he is one of the pioneers who started the busking scene in Kuala Lumpur. Along the way, he completed a few recording sessions as a guitarist and backup vocalist. He has also performed in a few clubs with various bands and recently started venturing into the singer-songwriter scene. One of his songs, Sighyoung, is featured in the singer songwriter compilation released by Troubadours in 2006. Panda Caput capitis Curry? A loud manus manu consisto of men. Exitosus, etiamnunc, molior. Loving totus praeter qui discrepo per lemma. They mos adepto quis they volo! Etiam, vero. Illic est scilicet super ut. Panda Caput capitis Curry est an urbanus lifestyle. They volo futurus vestri amicus. They volo sumo vos domus quod hug vos quod loco vos in suum propinquus per ceterus amicitia they have brought domus communico suum diligo quod magninamity. They mos nutritor vos per victus scraps ex suum valde own patella. Quod subsequens ut vos adepto totus nutritional supplements vos postulo subolesco futurus teres tener populus. Oh etiam. About the Short-Film by HAKIM Romantiknya ISA captures the untold stories of I.S.A. detainees in Malaysia. Since 1960, more than 10 000 people were detained under the I.S.A. act but there are not many people out there who know the real stories behind it. The short-film will feature interviews with ex-detainees, lawyers, NGOs and the public. It was the winner of the Freedom Filmfest in 2005. | |
| Status : Active | Category : General |
| Duration : 20 August 2006 | Venue : IndiCine |
| Price : RM12 | |
| Presenter : Troubadours Enterprise and KLPac | |
Tuesday, July 25, 2006
UNCLOGGED returns!
It's been a while. But Unclogged's back! For those who don't know, Joe Kidd's Unclogged series of concerts at the original No Black Tie was one of the shows that inspired us to do Troubadours. We got details about next week's gig from an email that Joe sent us. Check out ricecooker.kerbau.com for more info.
It's been a while. But Unclogged's back! For those who don't know, Joe Kidd's Unclogged series of concerts at the original No Black Tie was one of the shows that inspired us to do Troubadours. We got details about next week's gig from an email that Joe sent us. Check out ricecooker.kerbau.com for more info.
Friday, August 4th 2006
Little Havana, Changkat Bukit Bintang, KL
Admission: RM15 (+ first free drink)
Door Opens: 8.30 PM
featuring
FORCE VOMIT - Singapore's joget lambak-revivalist
REFLEX REACTIONS – improv-duo Yandsen & Siew-Wai Kok
THE MINDLESS SHOW – Shah Alam's latest punk sensation featuring members of DisgruntledKILLEUR CALCULATEUR - Abrasive post-punk, ex-members of Sgt Weeners Arm & Utarid
HANDSOME RAIS - Breathlessly suave, debonair rib-tickler from the decadent 70s
YR DAWG - Yet unformed probably malformed foetus from the union of ex -Vertical Speed/DISH & DefloweredAll of whom lean towards the more abrasive end of the sonic spectrum. Thank God. We were getting a bit tired of our acoustic guitars. Screeeccch!
Monday, July 24, 2006
Finally it's OUT! We present to you "VOICES FROM NEXT DOOR"
That's what the cover of the CD looks like. For those who don't know what it's all about, it's the compilation CD we've been working on for the past few months, featuring 24 songs by 24 solo singer songwriters and bands, most of who have played at our shows previously. We're so happy to finally get it yesterday from the CD printers. Yippee!
We previewed some of the tracks off it on the Sunday night Clash radio show on Red FM 104.9, with Daryl Goh and Zack Yusof the past two weekends. Those of you who heard it will know that it's choc-ful of goodies! Yes!
For now, it's available personally from the three Troubadours (Azmyl, Jerome and Sei Hon) for RM30 each. We'll update you when it'll be available in the stores - we're still sorting our distribution. If you don't know us, come to any of the Troubadours gigs. We'll be there!
The tracklisting for the CD is as such:
CD1
13. Mei Chern – Do You See Me Like You
14. Tan Sei Hon – These Days
15. Zack Yusof – 24 Hours
16. Izuan Shah – Endless Summer
17. Azmyl Yunor – Flesh
18. Oddstar – Andai
19. Nightlife Camera – No Pretending
20. Estrella – Take It Slow
21. Imam – I Don’t Know What It Is
22. Ariff Akhir – When I Am King
23. Ida Lisa – Breakthrough
24. Reza Salleh – A Relic Is What I Live In
Also, please also look out for the official CD launch party... we haven't got a date yet for now... but soon!
That's what the cover of the CD looks like. For those who don't know what it's all about, it's the compilation CD we've been working on for the past few months, featuring 24 songs by 24 solo singer songwriters and bands, most of who have played at our shows previously. We're so happy to finally get it yesterday from the CD printers. Yippee!
We previewed some of the tracks off it on the Sunday night Clash radio show on Red FM 104.9, with Daryl Goh and Zack Yusof the past two weekends. Those of you who heard it will know that it's choc-ful of goodies! Yes!
For now, it's available personally from the three Troubadours (Azmyl, Jerome and Sei Hon) for RM30 each. We'll update you when it'll be available in the stores - we're still sorting our distribution. If you don't know us, come to any of the Troubadours gigs. We'll be there!
The tracklisting for the CD is as such:
CD1
01. Broken Scar – Venus In September
02. Izzy Mohamed – Pelangi
03. Yuri – Red Dress
04. Sherry – Sighyoung
05. Jasemaine Gan – Syurga Di Bumi
06. Rizal Hefni – Some Time For Yourself
07. Fathulistiwa Soundscapes – Sendiri
08. Jerome Kugan – Song For The Service Industry
09. Meor – Hari-Hari Autistik
10. Warren Chan – I Won’t Forget
11. Rhapsody – So Scared
12. Ian Chow – It’s OK
13. Mei Chern – Do You See Me Like You
14. Tan Sei Hon – These Days
15. Zack Yusof – 24 Hours
16. Izuan Shah – Endless Summer
17. Azmyl Yunor – Flesh
18. Oddstar – Andai
19. Nightlife Camera – No Pretending
20. Estrella – Take It Slow
21. Imam – I Don’t Know What It Is
22. Ariff Akhir – When I Am King
23. Ida Lisa – Breakthrough
24. Reza Salleh – A Relic Is What I Live In
Also, please also look out for the official CD launch party... we haven't got a date yet for now... but soon!
Tuesday, July 11, 2006
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