[KL/PJ] 12 Dec 09 Battle of the Bands!


Flyer says it all! Oh, more importantly - FREE entry! :D For more info and directions click Read More!

The Top 6 Bands that have made it to the finals are

Aerowave
Reaxi
The Orange
Once Upon A Time There Was A Sausage Named Bob
Revuforte
The Great Metropolitan Expressway (TGME)

For more info please log on to http://www.lifeinthefastlane.com.my

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[KL/PJ] 10 Dec 09 Moonshine @ Laundry Bar


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Date: 10 Dec 09
Time: 9:30PM onwards
Entry : FREE!
Venue: Laundry Bar next to Italiannies, The Curve, Mutiara Damansara


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[KL] 7 Dec 09 Starbucks Love Project (feat. Pesawat)

Hey guys!

Sorry this gig is so last minute, just got the info from Pesawat themselves. Anyways, details details!


Time : 8:30 p.m.
Date : Tonight!
Venue : Saloma Bistro, Jalan Ampang, KL (click Read More for map)
Entry : FREE! :D


The boys will be playing for Starbucks' Love Project, in conjunction with The Global Fund for AIDS in Africa! I hear other bands will be performing as well. And for those who follow Miss Soccer 2010 Malaysia, yes the candidates will be there at 8 or so. So do drop by if you're around the area!

PS: I hear they have camera crews set up to record the event, that means you may be on national TV! Dress well people!




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[KL/PJ] 6 Dec 09 Walkabrella

Copy and pasted from the event page on facebook :

It gives us great pleasure to inform all of you that our public relations class (Dip.Mass Comm, KDU) is working on a charity walk-for-a-cause event.

Dubbed WALKABRELLA, the event is geared towards creating awareness on Cerebral Palsy and is expected to attract over 1500 people who will be participating in a casual, non-competitive walk, spanning 6-kms in the vicinity of Bandar Utama.

Date : 6th December 2009 (Sunday)
Time : 7:00am to 4:00pm
Venue: Central Park, 1Utama
Fee : RM10.00 per participant
Freebies: Umbrellas & Goody Bags!

WALKABRELLA is also set to be a record-breaking feat with the largest number of participants walking with symbolic umbrellas open!

Beneficiary: Taman Megah's Handicapped & Disabled Children's Home
Cause: Cerebral Palsy

Rock out with John's Mistress, An Honest Mistake, Bus Company, Effigy Eclipse, Senoritas, Stalking Shannon and many other acts along with a bazaar AFTER THE WALK!

We've talked the talk, now let's walk the WALK!

http://www.walkabrella.com
http://twitter.com/Walkabrella

Follow our fan page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Walkabrella/155597389718?ref=ts#/pages/Walkabrella/155597389718?v=wall&ref=ts


Editor's note : RM 10 to support the needy, but also some awesome local acts! Read More!

[KL/PJ] 3 Dec 09 Fly FM Campur Chart



This December, Fly FM Campur Chart Goes Live presents:

ONE BUCK SHORT (http://www.onebuckshort.com/)
ARABYRD (http://www.myspace.com/arabyrd)
SENOF (http://www.myspace.com/senofmusic)

Hosted by Hunny Madu.

Entrance is once again, absolutely FREE!

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SenoF : Malindo Fusion!


What do you get when you add a Malaysian to an all Indonesian band? I didn't know the answer to that question until I stumbled upon SenoF! Which happened to be the answer, actually.

SenoF is made up of four Indonesians and one Malaysian, playing music that encompasses various genres ranging from jazz, funk, pop, rock and alternative. The quintet, armed with dual vocals - Fara, the female lead, and Daniel the guitar-vocalist, along with Endra on guitar, Ferdaus on bass and Rivky on Drum/Percussions.

A little bit on their background, extracted from their myspace

SenoF is a mixture of four Indonesian and one Malaysian musician, who are based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. We are currently in the process of recording our album which we planned to be launched end of 2009. Our music comprises of many variety of music, combining from jazz, funk, pop, rock, alternative, and so on.The band started, when Endra and Fara started to write songs together, then on April 2008, one of their friend introduced him to Daniel, soon after, they logged a session, and show what songs each of them has written. In an instant, Daniel started to build interest and three of them formed first part of SenoF. In August 2008, SenoF won a battle of the band competition hosted by Sunway University, we performed an acoustic set, playing in a band category, and we somehow won that competition, which the competition was judged based on audience's text votes. On that competition, we met with Rivky who were playing for other band at that time. We introduced ourselves and asked if he wants to join. A month later, after the first jam session, we clicked immediately. So, after a while, we kept playing on an acoustic format, until Farique, SenoF’s producer, suggested us to try Ferdaus to become our bassist. We gave it a shot, and after a couple jam session and well-thought consideration, we unanimously decide that he is the bassist we were looking for after all. So, he joined SenoF on early March 2009. And we have shifted to a full band format since then. For further infos and queries, feel free to contact: Judge: +60123519192 (Manager) Bimo: +6281314112850 (Indo Representative) senofmusic@gmail.com


Curious about their music, I decided to have a listen to their works on their myspace. Titled Symphony of Soul, their only track available on myspace - this song was such a joy to listen to. It was funky even right from the beginning and it just continued to escalate! Funk elements were pretty evident throughout the entire track and the dual vocals paired almost seamlessly to create a rustic feel, a sense of familiarity.

Not very descriptive I know, however, they say a picture is worth a thousand words - I'm sure their myspace experience is worth more than that. http://www.myspace.com/senofmusic - check them out. And if you like what you hear, great news! They'll be playing this Wednesday at Laundry Italiannies' @ The Curve, 10 pm for Fly FM's Campur Chart! Drop by to check them out! Read More!

[KL/PJ] 2 Dec 09 Doppelganger Flash Gig @ Artista

Date: Wednesday, 11 November 2009
Time: 9.30pm til late
Entry : Free
Venue: Artista @ Tropicana City Mall

Doppelganger KL, the longest standing open mic gig that roams around town in search of talents is BACK! Introducing our venue partner Artista @ Tropicana City Mall... check out the tunes, songs & readings by upcoming artistes.

Featuring...


Council of One, Daymien and lots of open mic talents!

Entrance is FOC. Nice brand new place that's located just beside Damansara Intan - this is a new mall and is very nice. Look. It's located on the direct opposite end of BAD ASS COFFEE :) won't miss it eh...


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[KL/PJ] 14 Nov 09 La Quiete!



An italian band La Quiete will be coming to Kuala Lumpur in November. 14 of November 2009 to be exact.

For those who never heard about this band you can listen to their .
They have some members who've played in Raien before(which was kinda big in the europe underground scene)


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Venue : One Cafe @ Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman
Backline: Provided by Studio, Shop. Space!
Date : 14/11/2009
Time : 3pm
Tickets:
  • RM20.00(early bird tickets thats available at S,S.S! until 10/11/2009)
  • RM25.00( at door)

TICKETS AGENTS!
  • STUDIO SHOP SPACE( WANGSA MAJU) - 012-2224492
  • SHAH ALAM/KOTA KEMUNING - 017-6329665(YU)
  • BANGSAR(UM)/SUBANG - 012-6111422(FRODO)
  • MELAKA(UITM) - 012-620761O(RAFIQUE)
  • PJ/KJ/DAMANSARA UPTOWN - 012-22954347(YOB)
  • SERI KEMBANGAN/CYBERJAYA - 017-4227851(KASH)
  • GOMBAK/PUDU/BB - 017- 2378792(ARWITH)
  • SINGAPORE - 91870155(DYN)

Supporting bands

1) Dramacoma (will be on tour with them,the most heavily La Q influenced band in the country) Jamtank member inside!

2) Deepset (our very own post rock heroes,get their tunes featured in Kami The movie) Jamtank member inside!

3) My Precious (long time hardcore turns catchy tune from singapore,toured japan,hong kong,aussie and indonesia.They even opened for Walls of Jericho!)

4) Orbit Cinta Benjamin (screamo heroes with Utarid members.Utarid received great response when they toured europe)

5) Building Of The Heart Breaker Pyramid (started with screamo and now going for the low tunes,recently toured with The Act We Act/Tonedef from japan.) Jamtank member inside!

6) Kias Fansuri (with members of Utarid and Her Last Whisper.To bad this will be their last show.) Jamtank member inside!

7) Sphere (new band with members of Estrella, Man Under Zero Effort & Auburn. Think Toe!.) Jamtank member inside!



For further enquiries, you may reach S,S.S! at
+6012-2224492
+6012-7660298
+603-41493571(at night)

Mohd Dhiyaulhaq
Studio, Shop. Space!
No.17, 1st Floor,
Jalan 2A/27A, Section 1,
Bandar Baru Wangsa Maju,
Kuala Lumpur
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[KL/PJ] 12 Nov 09 Syokshock! pres. Psychedelic

Date: Thursday, 12 November 2009
Time: 9.30pm til late
Entry : Subjected to cover charge of club
Venue: Mardi Gras @ One Utama


*Editor's note : Subang rock outfit Ask Me Again will be playing at 9:30 or so, their debut mini album entitled 'A Step Back Forward' is finally out! It features seven original tracks including 'videogame', 'ego party', 'harapan' and 'ayamas'! It's priced at RM20, if you like rock - you'll love them. Not convinced? Then check them out live on the day itself!

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[KL] 11 Nov 09 Lust 4 Some Music Showcase

Event Details :

Date - 11 November 2009
Time - 9pm to 2am
Venue - Cloth & Clef Changkat, Bukit Bintang, KL
Ticket - rm10

Laguna Music Presents LUST 4 SOME Music Showcase!

This music event will highlight 4 of the most entertaining indie bands in Malaysia, with Seven Collar T-Shirt new album release and the comeback of Prana original members, this is the music showcase u shouldn't miss!!

Acts Performing :

PureVibracion
Seven Collar T-Shirt
Prana
Fortywinks
+ Reggae DJ's

Limited tickets are available now! Buy your tickets today @ Cloth & Clef / Laguna Music.

For further info please contact 016 3868281(Ariff Zahidee) or email to info@lagunamusic.my

See u there!!


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[KL/PJ] 11 Nov 09 Doppelganger Flash Gig @ Artista


Date: Wednesday, 11 November 2009
Time: 9.30pm til late
Entry : Free
Venue: Artista @ Tropicana City Mall

Doppelganger KL, the longest standing open mic gig that roams around town in search of talents is BACK! Introducing our venue partner Artista @ Tropicana City Mall... check out the tunes, songs & readings by upcoming artistes.

Featuring...
RADIO EDIT
ATAXIA
ARIFF ABU BAKAR
GEORGE WONG
OPEN MIC

Entrance is FOC. Nice brand new place that's located just beside Damansara Intan - this is a new mall and is very nice. Look. It's located on the direct opposite end of BAD ASS COFFEE :) won't miss it eh...

Note: Original design by Adib. Messed up by Jaz.

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[KL] 11 Nov 09 Groove Junction reunion gig!


Date : 11 Nov 09, Wednesday
Time : 9:30 pm till late
Entry : Free
Venue: Groove Junction Bistro, Desa Sri Hartamas 1-1 Jalan 22a/70 A, Kuala Lumpur, Sri Hartamas 50480

From John Thomas himself..

Hey friends,
Groove Junction's original lineup consisting of Jose & John Thomas, Rozhan Razman, Eric Li, Kevin Choo & Mia Palencia will be doing a reunion show @ Groove Junction this 11th Nov (wed). The original lineup has not performed together since 2004. We'll be doing all the repertoire that we used to do way back in the day, so its gonna be a pretty wicked gig. Do come by, no cover and music starts 930pm. Cheers!


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[KL/PJ] 8 Nov 09 An Honest Mistake


http://www.myspace.com/anhonestmistakeisemo
http://anhonestmistakeband.blogspot.com

Venue: The Library, e@Curve/Cineleisure Damansara, The Curve, Mutiara Damansara
Time: 7pm onwards
Entry: Free!

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[KL] 7 Nov 09 Play Your Heart Out! Open Mic/Jam Session

Where words fail.. music speaks

Venue: Lepaq @ Kelana Mall, Jln 6/12, Kelana Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Time: 10 onwards
Entry: Free!


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[KL/PJ] 7 Nov 09 Twisties bingit! gig



http://www.myspace.com/pesawat

Venue: Laundry @ Italliannies The Curve, Mutiara Damansara
Time: 12pm onwards
Entry: Free!

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[KL/PJ] 7 Nov 09 Youth For Change


Date: 7th November 2009, Saturday
Time: 12pm onwards
Venue: Rainforest, Lower Ground, New Wing One Utama
Organized by: Youth For Change
Admission is free, all are welcome!

**UPDATE**

SCHEDULE

3.00pm : Opening performance - Sound Rhythm Beat Box
3.30pm : Performance by Ika
4.10pm : Performance by Liyana Fizi
4.40pm : Performance by Robot Asmara
5.15pm : First lucky draw
5.30pm : Performance by Reza Salleh
6.00pm : Performance by Euseng Seto
6.30pm : Break
7.30pm : Arrival of YB Elizabeth Wong, ADUN Bukit Lanjan
7.40pm : Speech by YB Elizabeth Wong
7.50pm : Performance by Seven Collar T-Shirt
8.20pm : Second lucky draw
8.30pm : Performance by Couple
9.15pm : Performance by Bittersweet
9.45pm : DJ set (Silent Keat and Rainf)
10.20pm : Third lucky draw
10.30pm : End

Side Attractions:

- Creative Mart / Flea Market Stalls
- Art Exhibition (Findars collective, Lim Keh Soon, Tey Beng Chee, Urniez, Wong Eng Leong, Wong Min Lik)
- 15 Malaysia Screening @ 1pm Studio V, discussion @ 2:30pm

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[KL/PJ] 5 Nov 09 Fly FM Campur Chart


This November, Fly FM Campur Chart Goes Live presents:

SEVEN COLLAR T-SHIRT (http://www.myspace.com/scts)
JIN HACKMAN (http://www.myspace.com/jinhackman)
KRAFT (http://www.myspace.com/modreadbingit)

Venue: Laundry @ Italliannies The Curve, Mutiara Damansara
Time: 10pm onwards
Entry: Free

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test.testify.testimony

watuppp.

this is a side project I am currently working on, it's definitely still in progress. Been blogging for almost 5 years now, not really an achievement but this blog isn't really about who I am. This is really something behind-the-scenes and for those who may stumble upon this link by some random chance, you're definitely invited to hop on board. On board what? aye this search for great music of course! :D

In a nutshell, just going to make a few goals clear, cuz it would be no point to set sail to destination unknown. Just a few.


-To provide a community for low-publicity music enthusiasts, people who enjoy 'digging up' music that are unknown to the masses and unheard of to them. A place for enthusiasts to share anything about their latest findings, new productions from their favourite low profile bands.

-To instill awareness of the local music scene in Malaysia (longshot, but at least it's still a shot)

-To be a platform of support for the local music scene in Malaysia

All in all, to pass on the good stuff to people who haven't heard it yet.May it be that gig you went to last week, or articles on the hardships and struggles as a local artiste, or even something you and/or perhaps your band came up with. Anyone can get involved wit the music scene in MY, u dont necessarily need to be a musician/producer/someone famous. I quote John Janick, President/Co-founder of Fueled By Ramen records (Paramore, Panic!AtTheDisco, This Providence, ex-FOB and ex-The Academy Is..)

From John: Anybody can get involved if they have the right attitude, work ethic and passion. You can say this about anything, but it is true. Almost everyone starts at the bottom and works their way up. I started the label because I did not know how to play any instruments, but I loved music and wanted to be involved. If you are passionate do whatever you can do to be involved. Help bands you love, intern (labels, management, booking agents, etc.), get involved in street teams, etc.

It is a herculean task, but somebody's gotta do it :D so let's get involved! Read More!

Contact Info

If you'd like us to help you promote a gig, an event, the latest updates on you or your band - or anything that all that has to do with music in Malaysia, kindly drop us an e-mail at

actsmarksthespot@gmail.com

and we'll do our best to post it up as soon as possible*! Also, you can e-mail us should you have any enquiries regarding ActsMarksTheSpot! Cheers!


*If it's a gig or an upcoming show you'd like us to post, if possible please e-mail us the necessary details about the event (pics and info) at least 5-6 days before the date of the event itself. It's for the benefit of the readers, so that they'll be well informed earlier and can plan ahead to attend the event, preventing the 'oh cannotla.. but if u told me earlier sure can'.. you know what i mean. Read More!