What to Expect at the First SUPALAPA Festival 2024
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Prepare to See the Bright Side at SUPALAPA Festival on March 2-3

Prepare to See the Bright Side at SUPALAPA Festival on March 2 3 Photo by Facebook/SUPALAPA Festival

Put your hands up, party people! SUPALAPA Festival 2024 is the latest must-attend event in Malaysia, with a lineup of artists and activities happening all at once on March 2-3 at Resorts World Awana.

No matter what your music preference is, the festival promises a heart-thumping and groovy time for all eventgoers with its international lineup set to perform their greatest hits.

There will be two stages prepared for both days — a funky live stage and a headbang-worthy EDM stage, with both stages featuring stellar artists, including the rising global group XG, Iraqi-Canadian alternative pop singer Ali Gati, and a lot more!

Tickets are now on sale for the second phase, starting at RM448 for a single-day pass. Fans can choose from different tiers (general admission, premium general admission, and VIP) according to their budget and buy through SUPALAPA Festival 2024's website.

More artists are set to be announced in the following days, so make sure to stay tuned to SUPALAPA Festival 2024's Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) accounts or head to their website.

When: March 2-3

Where: Genting Highlands, 69000 Pahang Darul Makmur

How much: Starts at RM448 / Buy here

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Alesso to Hold Only One Southeast Asia Show in Malaysia After 12 Years

20241210 Alesso Photo by All Access

Alesso returns to Southeast Asia for one night only.

Global electronic music icon Alesso is returning to Malaysia after 12 years for a one-night only performance at The Landing, KL Base, on Jan. 17, 2025, 7 PM. This show is Alesso’s only standalone performance in Southeast Asia, making it a once-in-a-lifetime experience for his fans across Southeast Asia to witness one of the world’s most influential DJs live.

Tickets to this highly anticipated 21+ event will be officially open to the public on Dec. 11 via this website.

Tickets are priced at RM238 (GA Ticket), RM642 (Bundle 1: 3 GA Tickets), and RM1,143 (Bundle 2: 6 GA Tickets).

Ticket holders looking to elevate their show experience can sign up through All Access, where they can unlock exclusive rewards, such as Meet & Greets, Backstage Tours, Signed Posters, and Upgrades which started on Dec. 9, 2024. To access these perks, sign up at All Access’ website.

Alesso has redefined electronic music throughout his career, creating global hits-turned party classics like “Heroes (We Could Be),” “Calling (Losing My Mind),” and “Remedy,” and captivating audiences with his euphoric melodies with high-energy beats. With over 5.5 billion global streams, two RIAA-certified Platinum hits, and a list of iconic collaborations with artists like Katy Perry, Calvin Harris, and Tove Lo, Alesso has proven himself to be a powerhouse in contemporary music.

Alesso, born Alessandro Lindblad in Stockholm, Sweden, has continued to redefine the genre with his hits “When I’m Gone” featuring Katy Perry, which marked his Saturday Night Live debut, and “Words” featuring Zara Larsson, which was hailed as the “Top Dance Song of 2022” by Billboard.

With his massive reach and following across social media, amassing 1 billion TikTok views, and performances at some of the most iconic festivals around the world, Alesso remains at the top of his game.

Malaysian and Southeast Asian fans can’t miss this chance to see Alesso and hear his iconic hits live.

This event is presented by All Access, in partnership with Collective Minds, and organized by The Livescape Group.

For more updates, follow Livescape Asia on their Facebook and Instagram pages.

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Backstreet Boys’ Nick Carter to Hold Solo Concert in Malaysia in February

20241210 Nick Carter Photo by Hitman Solutions/Instagram

The 90s and early 2000s nostalgia isn’t ending anytime soon.

Backstreet Boys fans in Malaysia, get your wallets ready, because Nick Carter is gearing up to bring his solo concert to Kuala Lumpur in February 2025!

Carter returns to the spotlight with his “Who I Am World Tour,” a celebration of his solo music and career. This comes straight after the Backstreet Boys wrapped up their “DNA World Tour,” spanning over 150 shows in the US, Africa, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

The “Who I Am World Tour” features the Backstreet Boys' member's hit singles from his upcoming album of the same name — "Superman,” “Made For Us,” “Never Break My Heart (Not Again)” — and more.

The tour will mark Nick Carter’s return to Malaysia after their “In A World Like This Tour” in 2015.

Rohit Rampal, CEO of Hitman Group, and Kesavan Purusotman (KC), Managing Director of Happymoon, said that the event is part of their “mission” to bring various international acts to Malaysian fans, “Nick Carter is a pop icon who defined an entire era…After years of group and solo success, his current tour is making waves globally, making him the perfect fit for our lineup."

Nick Carter is set to hold his “Who I Am World Tour” at the Zepp Kuala Lumpur on Feb. 26, 2025. Ticketing details, as well as the Artist Pre-sale and General On-sale dates were announced on the organizer’s page. More details are available on Nick Carter’s website. General Public sales begin on Dec. 12, 2024, at 12 PM.

Tickets are priced at RM248 (Rockzone), RM348 (CAT 2), RM448 (CAT 1), and RM8,888 (VIP Box for 10 pax). Tickets will be available through Hitman Solution’s official website.

Don’t miss out on the chance to see boy band member excellence!

For more information, follow Hitman Solutions on their Facebook and Instagram pages.

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INFINITE 'Limited Edition' in Kuala Lumpur: Ticket Prices, Dates, & More

INFINITE Limited Edition in KL Ticket Prices Dates More Photo by Facebook/BookMy

Heads up, INSPIRITs! We know you're excited to meet INFINITE once again, so here's some great news for you! Just a few months away from their return to Malaysia, the K-Pop boy group has finally unveiled more details for their upcoming “Limited Edition” concert in Kuala Lumpur.

Happening on Feb. 22, 2025, at the Mega Star Arena, the concert is set to treat fans with INFINITE’s fierce and powerful performances, including reimagined versions of their hit songs “Bad,” “Be Mine,” and “The Chaser.”

According to concert organizer Star Planet, tickets to the concert will be available starting Dec. 13 via BookMyShow, with prices ranging from RM338 to RM988. All VIP ticketholders will get soundcheck privileges and will be able to take a group photo with the K-pop stars.

Meanwhile, selected Rock 1, Rock 2, and VIP ticketholders will get signed posters and Polaroids from the group.

INFINITE’s “Limited Edition” tour is in celebration of the group’s 15th anniversary. Aside from Kuala Lumpur, the group is also scheduled to stage the concert in Taipei, Macau, Jakarta, Singapore, Yokohama, and Hong Kong, following their three-day, sold-out shows in Seoul.

Prepare to rock with INFINITE and grab your tickets soon! For updates, visit Star Planet Malaysia’s website or follow them on Instagram or Facebook.

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K-Pop Girl Group Billlie to Hold 2025 Tour in KL, Bangkok, & More

Billlie to Hold 2025 World Tour in KL Bangkok More Photo by Facebook/Billlie

Prepare to step into Billlie’s whimsical world, Belllie've, as the K-Pop girl group has announced dates and stops for their 2025 tourOur FLOWERLD (Belllie’ve You)” in Asia!

Following their successful shows in Latin America, the septet is set to take the stage in seven cities in Asia next year. The tour will kick off in Hong Kong on Feb. 7, followed by Taipei on Feb. 9, Bangkok on Feb. 11, Jakarta on Feb. 13, Kuala Lumpur on Feb. 15, Osaka on Feb. 27, and Yokohama on Feb. 28.

Aside from Asia, the group will also be holding concerts in Melbourne, Brisbane, and Sydney in Australia from Feb. 19 to 23, 2025.

As of this writing, details for the newly announced stops are yet to be unveiled.

Billlie, composed of members Moon Sua, Suhyeon, Haram, Tsuki, Sheon, Siyoon, and Haruna, made their debut in 2021 with the extended play, “The Billage of Perception: Chapter One,” which featured their fan song, “Flowerld.”

In 2022, the girl group rose to popularity with the pop track “GingaMingaYo (The Strange World),” which also went viral on social media.

Ready to witness the girls perform live? To stay updated on Billlie’s “Our FLOWERLD (Belllie’ve You)” tour, follow Studio PAV on Instagram, Facebook, or X (Formerly Twitter).

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Everything You Need to Know About Kota Kinabalu Countdown 2025

Everything You Need to Know About Kota Kinabalu Countdown 2025 Photo by Instagram/Kota Kinabalu Countdown 2025

Ready to welcome 2025 with a bang? Gear up for an ultimate party this December at the Kota Kinabalu Countdown (KKCD), featuring music artists from South Korea, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, and more!

Happening at the Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, on Dec. 31, the Kota Kinabalu Countdown 2025 will bring a night filled with music and spectacle to welcome the new year. Here’s our quick guide to everything you need to know about the exciting event.

Artist Lineup: Main Stage

KKCD’s main stage will be graced by talented musicians and artists from different parts of Asia!

The lineup will be headlined by K-Pop sensation and EXO leader Suho, who is set to take the spectators into a frenzy with his soulful vocals. He will be joined by Malaysia’s very own artists: Firdhaus, Priscilla Abby, Velvet Aduk, Marsha Milan, Dabra Sia, Wesley Liew, Stacy Anam, Eylia Guntabid, Michiyo Ho, Datuk Francis Landong, ISOHBAHTOS, Soya, and Bella Astillah.

Other international artists joining the lineup are China’s Ryan.B, Hong Kong’s Hubert Wu, and Indonesia’s Dadali.

Flamewave Music Festival

The rave doesn’t stop at KKCD’s main stage, because the event is also complemented by the Flamewave Music Festival, featuring top DJs from South Korea, Taipei, and Malaysia.

Leading the pack is K-Pop soloist and Girls’ Generation member DJ Hyo, who will be headlining the festival at the KKCD Fire Zone at Oceanus Broadway. She will be joined by Taipei’s DJ Hime and Amy Hao, and Malaysia's The Paytons, Jordan Queka, and DJ Mushroom.

Fireworks and Drone Show

A New Year’s countdown is not complete without a visual spectacle, so KKCD 2025 is also holding a breathtaking 12-minute fireworks display, as well as a drone performance with 1,000 dazzling drones — lighting up the skies of Kota Kinabalu at midnight!

Ticketing Details

Admission to KKCD’s public zones, including the main stage, is free.

Meanwhile, early bird tickets to the Flamewave Music Festival are available via Ticket2U, priced at RM388. These tickets offer not only the exclusive DJ experience but also the best view of the drone show and fireworks display, a live station buffet dinner, private access to KKCD's exclusive Rock Zone, and Happy Hour free-flow beer from 4 PM to 6:30 PM.

How to Get There

All set to go to KKCD, but have no idea how to get there? We got you!

To go from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, you’ll need to take a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. These flights cost approximately RM215 and may take about two hours and 35 minutes.

From there, you can take a taxi or hail a ride to Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, which should take less than 10 minutes.

Join the party at KKCD 2025 soon! For updates, you can follow their official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok pages or visit their website.

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Paws and Claws Unite at the OH MY PET! EXPO in Kuala Lumpur

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Calling all pet lovers! Malaysia’s largest celebration of all things furry, feathery, and scaly is back. The Oh My Pet! Expo will take place from Dec. 5 to Dec. 8, 2024, at the Mid Valley Exhibition Center, promising four purrfect days packed with fun, discovery, and heartwarming moments.

On Dec. 5, the expo is exclusively open to pet industry professionals. The B2B Networking Day offers a chance to explore the latest innovations in pet care, from premium food and grooming tools to cutting-edge health supplements and toys. It's a one-stop hub for suppliers, manufacturers, and business owners to connect, share ideas, and form partnerships. Whether you're looking to expand your brand or stay ahead of industry trends, this is the place to be!

Expo
Facebook/Oh My Pet Expo

From Dec. 6 to 8, the doors swing wide open for pet owners and their furry companions! Highlights include the Pet Adoption Drive: Meet adorable animals from local shelters looking for forever homes. This initiative, in partnership with rescue organizations, provides a supportive space to find your perfect match.

Join meetups hosted by the Poodle Club, Pom Club, and Cat Club, and connect with other pet enthusiasts in your community. Browse stalls featuring everything from premium pet food and accessories to grooming services, all at discounted expo prices. Don’t forget to grab some treats and toys for your four-legged friends!

Whether you're a proud pet parent, a potential adopter, or just looking for a fun family-friendly day out, you will be encouraged to participate in fun, interactive sessions designed to foster connections between pet owners — perfect for setting up your next pet playdate.

Entry is free, so hurry and secure your tickets here! For more information, visit their Facebook or Instagram.

Location: 3F, Mid Valley Exhibition Centre, Megamall, Centre Court, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Mid Valley City, Kuala Lumpur

Opening Hours: Dec. 5, from 11 AM to 7 PM (Trade visitors only); Dec. 6 to Dec. 8, 11 AM to 10 PM (Open to the public).

Admission Fee: Entrance is free

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Kehlani Announces 'Crash' Tour Dates in Asia, Includes KL, SG, & More

Kehlani Announces Crash World Tour Dates in Asia Includes KL SG More Photo by Instagram/Kehlani

Our favorite R&B baddie is going on a tour! American singer-songwriter Kehlani might be dropping by your city in 2025, as the R&B sensation announces dates for her “Crash” world tour, featuring seven stops in Asia.

The “Honey” hitmaker will be kicking off the Asia leg of her tour in Kuala Lumpur on Feb. 21, followed by stops in Tokyo on Feb. 26, Osaka on Feb. 28, Seoul on March 6, Hong Kong on March 8, Taipei on March 10, and Singapore on March 13.

The Grammy-nominated artist is also set to bring her tour to cities in Australia, New Zealand, and Europe next year. This follows the success of the tour’s North American leg, which began in September this year.

Ticket details for the Asia leg, along with pre-sale and general sale dates, are available through Kehlani’s official website.

Kehlani started out her music career as a member of the American pop girl group PopLyfe in 2011. In 2014, she released her solo debut mixtape “Cloud 19,” followed by her second mixtape, “You Should Be Here,” which saw immense success and became nominated at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards.

Her “Crash” world tour is also in support of her fourth studio album of the same title.

Jam with the “Gangsta” and get your tickets soon! For updates, follow Kehlani on Instagram or X (Formerly Twitter).

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