Even if you’re unfamiliar with UK garage (UKG), an electronic dance music genre originated in England in the 1990s, you will without a doubt be moved by a Sammy Virji set.
It’s the bounce, the bass, and the cheeky grin behind the decks that will move even a non-dancer. And towards the end of the year, the British DJ and producer is bringing that unmistakable energy to Asia for the first time, with a multi-city tour that’s already sending shockwaves through the region’s underground music scene.
The tour kicks off November 28 in Kuala Lumpur and continues through Singapore, Tokyo, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Bali, and Jakarta, making it one of the most expansive debuts by a UKG artist in Asia to date.
Notably, two of the stops will happen within two of Asia’s electronic music events: 808 Festival in Bangkok and Djakarta Warehouse Project in Jakarta, bringing his signature sound to massive, diverse crowds.
Virji’s rise has been meteoric. From sold-out shows across Europe and North America to commanding major stages at Boiler Room, Coachella, Glastonbury, and Tomorrowland, he’s become a defining voice in the new wave of UK electronic music. His sets are known for their technical precision and emotional punch, weaving garage, house, grime, and bassline into a sound that’s uniquely his.
Adding fuel to the fire is his latest album, "Same Day Cleaning," released in September 2025. The project features collaborations with heavyweights like Skepta, Flowdan, Giggs, and Chris Lake.
Tracks like “Cops & Robbers” and “If U Need It” have already become club staples, with the former breaking into the UK Dance Top 10 and the latter earning Gold certification. The album showcases Virji’s ability to evolve UKG without losing its soul, layering vocal grit, melodic hooks, and dancefloor heat into a package that feels both familiar and fresh.
For fans across Asia, this tour is a cultural moment. UK garage, once confined to London’s pirate radio stations and sweaty basement clubs, will be echoing through the streets of Tokyo, the rooftops of Kuala Lumpur, and more like a bridge built between scenes, generations, and cities.
To stay in the loop and receive updates on ticket drops and exclusive content, sign up via the Asia tour’s official website. For festival dates, fans can purchase passes directly through the websites of 808 Festival and Djakarta Warehouse Project.
For updates, follow Sammy Virji on Instagram and Facebook, and listen to his tracks on Apple Music and Spotify.
