Cheers to Good Music, Good Vibes at Heineken Refresh 2024
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Cheers to Refreshing Music, Good Vibes at Heineken Refresh This June

Cheers to Good Music Good Vibes at Heineken Refresh 2024 Photo by Website/Heineken

Prepare to rave all night to new music this June, as leading beer brand Heineken is set to host its Heineken Refresh music festival, featuring talented DJs and local acts!

Happening on June 15 at the Surf Beach, Sunway Lagoon, this year’s Heineken Refresh will take on the theme, “Refresh Your Music,” encouraging guests to break out of their music bubble by discovering new artists at the festival.

The festival will feature both renowned DJs and up-and-coming musicians from in and out of Malaysia, including Brazilian DJ Alok, making his debut in Malaysia, plus Singapore’s Wukong and Malaysia’s Blink as headliners.

Heineken Refresh 2024 Festival in Malaysia DJ Lineup
Photo by Website/Heineken

Attendees will also get to witness back-to-back sets from musicians Ashley Lau, Mr. Yang, and MJ, among others.

Prior to the event, Malaysians and tourists are invited to visit Heineken’s “Refresh Your Music” stations in various parts of the country, which offer visitors a journey to discovering new music genres. This includes activations in various bars across Ipoh, Klang Valley, Georgetown, and more.

As of this writing, 10,000 Phase 1 passes for the festival are already claimed.

To stay tuned for Phase 2 and secure your tickets, you can visit Heineken Malaysia’s website, Instagram, and Facebook pages. You can also get a chance to win two passes to the festival by purchasing one bucket or set of Heineken beers in various participating stores and restaurants.

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EXO’s Suho to Hold the 'Meet Your SUperstar' Concert this May 2025
20250318 Suho Photo by Suho/Instagram

Looks like another EXO member is coming to Malaysia soon. 

Get ready to witness an unforgettable moment with EXO’s leader Suho as he performs for his “Meet Your SUperstarconcert at the Mega Star Arena in Kuala Lumpur on May 30, 2025.

Organized by Falcon Skills Academy, Mastree Creation, and Stormex Entertainment, the upcoming concert will also be Suho’s first performance in Kuala Lumpur, almost a year after his solo concert in the same venue. 

He also recently performed at the Kota Kinabalu Countdown 2025 festival on Dec. 31, 2024. 

Details about the concert will be announced soon. Stay tuned to this space to find out more real soon! 

Kim Jun-myeon, more famously known as Suho, is the leader and member of the South Korean boy group EXO. He debuted in 2012 with the EP, “Mama.” He debuted as a solo artist in March 2020 with his debut EP “Self-Portrait,” becoming the fourth EXO member to debut. 

Apart from being a singer, he has dabbled in television, film, and theatre acting, with his most recent roles being Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in the South Korean production of Mozart! in 2023, and Crown Prince Yi Geon for the drama “Missing Crown Prince” in 2024.

Suho recently concluded his 2024 “Suho World Concert Tour ‘Su:Home’” last Jan. 25 to 26, 2025, in Seoul. 

For more updates on Suho’s upcoming performance in Kuala Lumpur, follow Stormex Entertainment on their Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram pages! 

Stay updated with Suho’s personal activities by following his Instagram here

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BABYMONSTER To Hold ‘Hello Monsters’ World Tour in Kuala Lumpur this June
BABYMONSTER Photo by @YGBABYMONSTER_/X (Formerly Twitter)

“Batter Up,” Malaysian Monstiez! K-Pop girl group BABYMONSTER is bringing their world tour to Kuala Lumpur this June!

The seven-member group announced their first-ever world tourHello Monsters” earlier this year with several stops across Asia and the US. On Mar. 13, Live Nation Malaysia finally announced the details for their KL stop, which is happening on June 21, 5 PM at the Axiata Arena

General ticket sales will commence on Mar. 21 via GoLive. Monstiez’s fan club members get first dibs with a special pre-sale on Mar. 18 from 11 AM to 11:59 PM. If you’re not a member, don’t worry! You can still register on Weverse until Mar. 16 (10:59 PM) to get access to the pre-sale.

BABYMONSTER in Malaysia
Photo from Live Nation Malaysia/Facebook
Ticket sale schedule
Photo from Live Nation Malaysia/Facebook

Two other pre-sales are happening on Mar. 19 and Mar. 20 for Mastercard holders and Live Nation members. To get access to the Live Nation pre-sale, simply register here and subscribe to their newsletter. And yes, it’s totally free!

There are eleven ticket categories with four VIP tiers. Prices range from RM1,288 (VIP Gold Standing) to RM258 (CAT 7 Restricted View). VIP ticket holders also get a bunch of perks such as access to the soundcheck party, exclusive VIP laminate with lanyard, and priority entry. Additionally, VIP Gold standing ticket holders will be able to attend a send-off party!

Ticket Prices:

  • VIP Gold (Standing/Seating): RM1,288
  • VIP Silver (Standing/Seating): RM988
  • CAT 1: RM688
  • CAT 2 (Standing): RM598
  • CAT 3: RM558
  • CAT 4: RM498
  • CAT 5: RM398
  • CAT 6 (Restricted View): RM358
  • CAT 7 (Restricted View): RM258

Waiting rooms for the queue will start one hour before the sale schedule. For more ticketing details, click here.

Seat Plan
Photo from Live Nation Malaysia/Facebook

About BABYMONSTER

BABYMONSTER is a South Korean girl group under YG Entertainment consisting of multinational members from Korea, Thailand, and Japan. Composed of Ruka, Pharita, Asa, Ahyeon, Rami, Rora, and Chiquita, they made their official debut in April 2024 with the first EP “BABYMONS7ER” following successful pre-debut singles “Batter Up” and “Sheesh.” 

The group is currently on tour having just wrapped up shows in Seoul, Newark, and Los Angeles. 

For updates, follow BABYMONSTER on FacebookX (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram!

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Take to the Skies and See Melaka City From Above at Skyview Hot Air Balloon
20250313 Hot air balloon Photo by SkyView Balloon/Instagram

Ready to go up, up, and away? 

Take to the skies and see Melaka from above with Melaka’s first hot air balloon attraction, SkyView Hot Air Balloon at Dataran Serajah in Ayer Keroh.

Starting Apr. 1, 2025, the tourist attraction will give locals, visitors, and tourists a chance to see a panoramic view of Melaka from 200 ft. Open from 5 PM to 11 PM on Tuesdays to Thursdays, and 4 PM to 12 MN on Fridays to Sundays, visitors can go on a romantic hot air balloon ride at sunset, or at night with the stars. 

Two hot air balloons will be launching on Apr. 1, 2025, with a ride priced at RM99 for locals, RM120 for international tourists, and RM70 for Melaka residents on weekdays.

Skyview Hot Air Balloon will be launched as part of the Visit Melaka Year initiative and will remain open for one year and a half

“The introduction of this new attraction is in line with Melaka’s commitment to strengthen the state’s tourism sector in the eyes of the world, in conjunction with the celebration of World Tourism Day in September 2025 and Visit Melaka Year, running until 2026,” said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh during the pre-launching ceremony held on Feb. 26, 2025. 

Follow Skyview Balloon on their Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for more updates!

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BTOB Heads to Malaysia for their ‘3,2,1 GO! MELympic’ Fan-Con this April
20250305 BTOB Photo by FriedRice Entertainment/X

BTOB’s celebrating their 13th Debut Anniversary!

Popular K-pop boy group BTOB will be making their way to Malaysia real soon for their 2025 BTOB FAN CON “3,2,1 GO! MELympic” at the Zepp Kuala Lumpur on Apr. 19, 2025.

While originally having six members, only Eunkwang, Minhyuk, Hyunsik, and Peniel will be participating in the fan concert. Changsub won’t be participating due to undisclosed reasons, while Sungjae is currently promoting his work as an actor. 

This will mark BTOB’s return to Malaysia since 2018, after their first solo performance at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC).

2025 BTOB “3,2,1 GO! MELympic” in Kuala Lumpur

Sprint with BTOB as they celebrate their 13 years as a K-Pop group at the Zepp Kuala Lumpur on Apr. 19, 2025, at 3 PM. Ticketing details and prices haven’t been revealed yet by FriedRice Entertainment, but stay tuned for updates once they go live!

BTOB – Born To Beat

BTOB, an acronym for Born to Beat, is a six-member boy group that debuted in 2012 under Cube Entertainment. Comprised of members Eunkwang, Minhyuk, Changsub, Hyunsik, Peniel, and Sungjae, the group has received mainstream success since their debut, most especially with their ballad tracks “It’s Okay,” “Remember That,” “Missing You,” and more. 

They are renowned for their vocal prowess, winning the “Best Vocal Group” award in numerous music award shows in South Korea. 

BTOB is currently managed by BtoB Company, a sub-label under DOD Entertainment. The BTOB group activities of all the members are managed by BtoB Company, while Changsub and Sungjae have signed contracts with Fantagio and IWill Media, respectively, for their solo activities.

Follow BTOB on their Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram pages to stay updated with their activities!

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Taiwanese Retro Band Icyball to Hold '2025 Day By Day' Tour in Malaysia
20250226 Icyball Photo by Icyball/Instagram

Icyball (冰球乐团) is making their highly anticipated return to Malaysia this May 2025!

On Feb. 24, 2025, the Taiwanese quartet announced that they will be holding their “2025 Day By Day” Tour in May 2025, performing in Macau, Singapore, and Malaysia

Known for their charming retro sound combining jazz, vintage pop, electronic, and poetic lyrics, Icyball has captivated fans since their debut album “I’m So Gentle” in 2021. They have amassed millions of streams on most of their songs across different platforms, solidifying their status as a band to watch out for. 

The band last performed in Malaysia in 2023 for their “Boyz On Top” Asia tour, and was met with warm positive vibes from their fans. 

Icyball will be performing in Malaysia on May 17, 2025 at 8 PM, at the Jio Space. Tickets for the “2025 Day By Day” show in Malaysia are now available on the Ticketek website. Tickets to the show are priced at RM238 (PS3), RM288 (PS2), RM338 (PS1), and RM388 (VIP). Buy your tickets here.

Icyball fans, don’t miss out on this show! Now’s your time to see Icyball and vibe to their songs live!

For more information, visit Star Fortress’ website, Facebook, and Instagram pages. 

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Japanese Musician Yuika Brings First Asia Tour to Kuala Lumpur this April
Yuika Photo by @yuika_singuitar/X (Formerly Twitter)

Heads up, Malaysian J-Pop fans! Singer-songwriter Yuika (ユイカ) is coming to Kuala Lumpur this April!

The rising J-Pop sensation known for her viral love songs is officially going on tour this April. Her first Asia tour kicks off on Apr. 17 in Shanghai, followed by Guangzhou and Kuala Lumpur.

The KL show will take place on Apr. 20, 8 PM at Zepp Kuala Lumpur, marking the artist’s first performance in Southeast Asia. Organized by IchigoLive, ticket sales commence on Feb. 24 at 2 PM via BookMyShow

All ticket zones have numbered seating and are priced at RM360 for VIP, RM260 for GA, and RM360 for Duo (package set of two tickets). VIP tickets also include exclusive perks such as early access to the venue and merch counters, and an autograph session with Yuika!

Yuika asia tour poster
Photo from Facebook/IchigoLive
Yuika concert seating chart
Photo from Facebook/IchigoLive

About Yuika

Yuika burst onto the scene in 2021 with her self-composed track, “Sukidakara (Because I Like You)," which was inspired by a secret crush on her classmate. Written at 16, the song quickly went viral, captivating hearts worldwide and establishing her as one of the most promising new artists in J-Pop. 

The young Japanese singer-songwriter signed with Universal Music Japan in 2024 and released her debut album, “Koniro ni Akogarete (Longing for Navy Blue)," which consisted of 13 heartfelt tracks that beautifully blend her previous hits with fresh experimental sounds, reflecting her growth as an artist while still retaining the warmth her fans have known her to embody. After a series of sold-out shows in Japan, Yuika is all set to captivate her Asian fans with this new tour, which is expected to be more than just a concert but an immersive experience of pure delight. 

For updates, follow Yuika on Instagram and X (Formerly Twitter).

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K-Pop Sensations T-ARA, Hyolyn, and Zion.T to Perform at the YelloO Concert
20250218 Yello O Concert KL Photo by YelloO Concert/Facebook

Bet you didn’t see this coming!

K-Pop artists T-ARA, Hyolyn, and Zion.T are set to perform at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur this May 31, 2025, for the YelloO Concert!

This marks T-ARA and Hyolyn’s return to Kuala Lumpur, following their last performances in 2017 and 2019 respectively. This will also be Zion.T’s very first performance in Malaysia.

T-ARA first debuted in 2009, and achieved commercial success with their 2011 single “Roly Poly.” They are one of the best-selling girl groups of all time,  and one of the most popular girl groups in South Korea as of 2024.

Hyolyn debuted as a member of SISTAR in 2010 and their sub-unit SISTAR19. As part of SISTAR, their biggest hits were “Alone,” “Touch My Body,” and “Give It To Me.” As a solo artist, one of her biggest hits is her song “달리(Dally)” featuring South Korean rapper and producer Gray. 

Zion.T is a South Korean hip hop and R&B singer-songwriter who rose to mainstream success with his 2014 single “Yanghwa Bridge.” Some of his more famous songs are “Hello Tutorial” featuring Seulgi of Red Velvet, “No Makeup,” and “Just” with Crush. 

Tickets are now available via iLasso Tickets. Tickets are priced at RM393 (Dream Zone), RM393 (CAT 4), RM493 (CAT 3), RM693 (CAT 2), RM893 (CAT 1), RM593 (Rock Zone 1 & 2), and RM893 (Fan Zone). Grab your tickets here!

For more information, check out the official Facebook and Instagram pages of the YelloO Concert!

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