CD Giveaway: The Scumfrog - Simmer

We have 5 copies of the super funky and awesome Scumfrog CD, Simmer Album. Featuring 10 tracks of really groovy house laced with deep breakbeats and pumping bass guitar riffs.. imagine Prodigy meets Armand Van Helden. We love it and we're giving it away.. FREE courtesy of ProteinETB!! All you have to do is drop us your name, what you think of this site and email address in our comment box below. CD's will be given to the first 5 entries. Yes it is that simple. No catch, no slogans, no questions. First come first serve.

The Tragedy That Didn't Happen: The Story of the Malaysian Crisis Management

An evening talk on:"The Tragedy That Didn't Happen: The Story of the Malaysian Crisis Management". February 17, 2005 at 7.00 pm. Help Insititute The author of the book "The Tragedy That Didn't Happen: Malaysia's Crisis Management and Capital Controls" Dr. Marie-Aimee Tourres will be at HELP to share her views and to answer any questions you may have. A book that was given to former Prime Minister, Tun Dr. Mahathir, as a farewell gift. Do take this opportunity and make yourself available onFebruary 17. The registration deadline is February 4th. For speaker biodata, registration form and enquiries please call S. Thendal at Tel. 03-2094 2000 ext 1509.

Blonde iDol 2005 brought to you by Hennessy VSOP

Come one, come all!!! BarBlonde brings you the Blonde Idol 2005 by Hennessy VSOP. R u the next Blonde Idol? Starting Jan 18th 2005 (every 3rd Tuesday of every month) Open mic session: sing with a band. Your chance to be an Idol! Grand Finals: Dec 20th 2005. Great prizes awaits the winner of Blond Idol 2005 by Hennessy VSOP!!! Hurry! Call the nos. below to register or email us at the address below 03 26911088, 012 2894573, 03 40215405, 012 2323245 barblonde1@myjaring.net www.barblonde.com.my

The Piano Bar @ Bistro 1919

“Beautiful Live Music... You’ll be assured of Delightful Entertainment”, Star Two “More Intimate than ever... 1919 has undergone a Delicious transformation!”, Star Metro Michelle Nunis Ida Mariana Suzan Manen Cheong Whye Mun with Izlyn Ramli and Llewellyn Marsh Live & Swingin' at The Piano Bar @ 1919 Bistro & Wine Bar Every Saturday starting 8th January, 9:30pm, 11:00pm Special appearance by The Piano Boys every last Saturday Allow us to be frank. There's nothing like swinging when you're winning. And so The Piano Bar @ 1919 Bistro & Wine Bar is proud to present a whole new series of performances for dinner theatre audiences and late-night music lovers that will take you on a journey through time and love. It's what you've been waiting for, so come on. Every Saturday starting 8th January, The Piano Bar @ 1919 Bistro will present a completely new show dedicated to singers and songwriters from a special age and genre, with some old songs and some new songs, some borrowed and some blues songs. From ragtime to jazz, from big band to swing, each show will cast the finest and favourite nightclub standards of: The Rat Pack, featuring the cool recordings of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr The Gay Cabaret, with priceless party pieces from Judy Garland, Liza Minelli and Barbra Streisand The Tin Pan Alley songwriters, including Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Irving Berlin The Leading Ladies, homage to jazz legends such as Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee and Billie Holiday The Chorus Line, a tribute to the ultimate Broadway and West End showstoppers The Great American Songbook, a dazzling parade from the likes of Nat King Cole and his peers and so much more! Channelling the spirits of all these artistes are five of Kuala Lumpur's standout vocalists - vivacious jazzbird Michelle Nunis, stunning actress Ida Mariana, the ever elegant Suzan Manen, the leading lady of musicals Cheong Whye Mun and the supreme Izlyn Ramli. Putting it all together is none other than the maestro himself Llewellyn Marsh. Buoyant and exuberant, or plaintive and remorseful, each show will add a swing to your weekend. Soak up the heat as they fire up the night with torch songs and late-night confessionals. Or whoop it up as they work the room with their swaggering brew of comic camaraderie and vocal bravado. And watch out for The Piano Boys as they make a special guest appearance every last Saturday of the month! Good music, good food, good company, a great time! 1919 Bistro & Wine Bar 44 Jalan Pudu Lama, KL 50200 Phone: 03-20727960 Times: Tue-Sun, 6pm-12mn Website www.1919bistro.com The Piano Bar: Reservations recommended. Priority seating to diners. Last order at 11pm. Non-diners have a minimum two-drink charge. Getting there: To avoid Puduraya, take Jalan Raja Chulan and exit at Jalan Bukit Nanas (U-turn into the flyover) or exit at KLSE (after junction to Bukit Ceylon); both lead into Persiaran Maybank (behind Menara Maybank). 1919 is on the left of Pudu Lama, down the street from the Indian temple. There's a free parking lot next to the restaurant.

Sunway Hotel CNY Promotion

Harry Connick, Jr. with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra

SOLD OUT SINCE DECEMBER 04 The smooth crooner of Jazz and Big Band Blues is here. Venue: Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS Level 2, Tower 2, PETRONAS Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088, Kuala Lumpur Box Office: Mon-Sat: 10am-6pm (8.30pm on performance nights), Sun : 12pm-3pm (on performance Sundays. Date & Time: Feb 3 - 5, 2005 (8.30 pm) Tickets: RM295 / RM225 Ticket Contact: Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS Telephone: 603-2051 7007 Synopsis:Harry Connick, Jr. was a WW2 bomber tail-gunner in Memphis Belle (1990), a serial killer in Copycat (1995), and the voice of Dean McCoppin in The Iron Giant (1999). US Patent 6348648, a 'System and Method for Coordinating Music Display Among Players in an Orchestra', is registered under his name. He is also known for jazz.Mr Connick, Jr., an accomplished vocalist and pianist, won a Grammy for the soundtrack of When Harry Met Sally; in 1991 he was nominated for a Grammy, Golden Globe, and Emmy for various work in music entertainment. His styles encompass jazz, funk and blues. He will be playing for three special nights with the Malaysian Philharmonic . Orchestra. Links: http://www.malaysianphilharmonic.com www.harryconnickjr.com www.connick.com

Regenerate: A Tsunami Fundraiser @ KL Tower

Regenerate: A Tsunami Fundraiser @ KL Tower Saturday 29 January 2005 Let the music heal the souls of the recent tsunami victims. Join hands with the peeps at Tempo as it gives to charity through Regenerate. Come one, come all, and unite under the stars a good cause. Set in the open spaces of KL Tower, Regenerate: A Tsunami Fundraiser will bring about an inferno of intergalactic beats. First, get whipped into shape with DJ Sneaky. Doing DJ tours under the pseudonym, Fingathing, he was an original member of Rae & Christian's live crew and Co-producer for Mr. Scruff's Trouser Jazz album. Tonight, he brings his blend of dirty disco, hip hop, funk and soul to the KL masses. Don’t miss his nimble finga skillz as he begins proceedings at 8pm. So come early. Next, revel in the delights of local DJs Blink and Joey G, then prepare for some double trouble as Groovedoctor and Jungle Jerry, and Eugene and Ben Katana pair up for an attack on the decks with explosive results. Spare a little compassion and show your support. Regenerate: A Tsunami Fundraiser Date: Saturday 29 January 2005 Time: 8pm - 3amVenue: KL Tower Tickets: RM30* All cash proceeds and donations received will be presented to the Malaysian Red Crescent Society; with one case of water donated with every ticket sold via AMAN Malaysia's H2O For Life campaign. The DJs 8pm - 11pm DJ Sneaky 11pm - 12mn Blink 12mn - 1am Joey G 1am - 2am Groovedoctor & Jungle Jerry 2am - 3am Eugene vs. Ben Katana

Sting Sacred Love World Tour "Live in KL"

Date: 1 Feb 2005 Time: 2030 hours onwards Venue: Stadium Putra Bukit Jalil Ticket Prices: Platinum - RM470; Diamond - RM350; Gold - RM230; Ruby - RM130. Sting’s Sacred Love Tour will continue in 2005 with performances confirmed in Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Australia, New Zealand & more to still be confirmed. The universally acclaimed composer, singer, actor and activist will bring his highly praised Sacred Love Tour to the Stadium Putra, Bukit Jalil (Indoor) on Tuesday 1st February 2005. As a musician, Sting has remained at the forefront of public consciousness for over two decades and has written some of the most enduring songs of our time. His latest recording, Sacred Love – released to both critical and commercial success – is a perfect example. As an accompaniment to the album, Sting released Inside: The Songs of Sacred Love, a DVD, which allows viewers to join the artist for the very first time on his journey as he creates and performs his new album. Of equally impressive note is Sting’s tireless support of human rights organizations. In 1989, Sting, along with his wife Trudie Styler, founded the Rainforest Foundation to protect both the world’s rainforests and their indigenous peoples. Together, they have raised more than $18 million with 13 benefit concerts held to raise funds and awareness of our planet’s endangered resources. This year, Sting was presented with the prestigious “Person of the Year” Award by the MusiCares Foundation. In 2003, Sting was also named Billboard’s Century Award Honoree as recognized at the Billboard Music Awards. He’s been awarded 16 Grammys, two Brits, a Golden Globe, 3 Emmy’s and has received three Oscar nominations. He has also appeared in more than 10 films and starred in the Broadway play “The Threepenny Opera.” In addition to having released his tenth solo album, Sting has also published his memoirs, entitled Broken Music, which has remained on various Bestsellers lists since its release. The tour is presented by Clear Channel, Lushington & JoJo Entertainments, and produced by RZO Entertainment, Inc. Get your tickets now!!! Click on TicketCharge or call Hotline at 03-7726 2002 to get your tickets before the best seat are taken.

Your Invitation: Deep Love @ Passion & Poppy Garden

In collaboration with Club Risk in Amsterdam, Passion is bringing you a double dose of Luvdancin. Started 3 years ago by Club Risk in Club Paradisco, Amsterdam, where New York garage purist met musical connoisseurs. Luvdancin' is one of the few club nights who represent all soulful currents with no boundaries. Always an eclectic mix of real House Music, US Garage, Broken Beats, Future Jazz, Disco, RnB and Hip Hop, the sound is truly unique. Soulful and Jazzy with a familiar sound of the likes of Jamiroquai, Brand New Heavies and Incognito. Sounds that have the talented and melodic contributions from Kenny Dope, Louie Vega, Osunlade, Jazzy Jeff, Joey Negro, Francois K, Bugz in the Attic, Jazzanova, Frankie Feliciano and more.. Over the years, these past events have proven to be intense, addictive and to some, spiritual. It has been around the world including unforgetable events on the beach. Now for the first time!, Luvdancin.. comes to KL. Ooooooo.... Aaaaaaa.... As a special treat to all you luvely dancin people, we are inviting the first 50 people to email us latest by 3pm on Thursday 27th Jan, to exclusively be on the Ascension Smoove VIP guestlist. Each invitation permits entry for you and 1 friend on the Thursday night event only. Guestlist entry valid from 9pm till before 12midnight. The first 5 people to email us will receive the complimentary CD Invite which features 12 sensually funky tracks including the likes of Kyoto Jazz Massive, Jazztronic, Brother of Soul and more. Note: Entry for the Friday Night Luvdancin Soul Seduction is Free for ladies and RM 30 (incl. 1 Drink) for Men.

Zouk Sessions 27th Jan & DJ Krush 28th Jan

Way to cheat a breathalyzer test.

In light of the recent publicity this matter has received since it was published in the Malay Mail front page and inside pages, we have made some additions to this original "you heard it here first" posting. Most of the accounts were true. There's more coverage on the ladies indecent dressing issue and with HAKAM offering their services to them (see below). For those who did get caught that night, tested negative and positive, released and got the pink slip to attend counselling. Please email us about it and we'll tell you what you need to do. We are going to help you contest it. You must move fast though. In future, if anyone of you gets caught in a police or religious authorities raid for alcohol consumption. These are some tips that may get you off the hook. Provided that you haven’t consumed 3 bottles of Mr. Jack or Miss Regal yourself. 1. If the lights come on in the club when it's not time to close, for god’s sake put that damn glass down unless you intend to get caught red handed. You know it’s a raid so start preparing your escape! 2. Go to the bar and ask for a pitcher or carafe of plain water. Drink the whole thing at once. Rule of thumb is to dilute as much crap in your system as fast as possible. 3. Go to toilet and piss. Repeat Step 2. If there’s no bar, then drink the water from the tap in the toilet. It may not be EvIaN, so what, don't be NaIvE, it's still water, H2O. We are still alive and well. Do this as frequent as you can without looking too suspicious, even when you're at the detention centre like every 30 minutes. Drink until you can’t stop going to the toilet. Flush it all out. If possible, try going to the toilet to drink 1-2 mugs full of water just 5 minutes before you get tested. 4. Take very deep and heavy breaths the entire time from the time they detained you till the actual test, to get as much alcohol vapours out of your system. Especially useful if you are hauled onto an open air truck and transported in the wee hours of the morning through town with fresh morning air around. Smoke the fresh air cigarette style. Not sure if actual cigarettes will help or make it worst. The more you breathe out, the less that remains in your body when the test is done, the higher the chances you don’t get detected. 5. Take your time, let others go before you. The more time you have, the more you can sober up and flush your system. 6. When breathing the breathalyzer, breathe out as normal as possible into the tube. Don’t force it and don’t make it too weak. They will detect you are up to something. 7. Cooperate at all times. You do not want to piss off people with more power than you when you are at a disadvantage. They have more power to screw you over ten folds. Let them make as many mistakes as they please to your advantage. Just note it down in your sophisticated phone and spread it to the media, human rights society and power political people in the country. That's when you have an open minded progressive society backing you up to your cause. 8. If all else fails.. Good luck.. ;) (discovered through logic) Additions.. For those of you planning to go out. These are the dates to be careful about. Jan: 20th, 25th, 28th Feb: 1st, 4th, 11th, 15th, 18th, 23rd, 26th. Almost a twice weekly affair. That was all i managed to see on the officers board (which is to the left of the cell in the picture). There was no mention which nightspots was targeted though. This may change if they know their dates have been exposed and compromised. The whole strategy behind these raids is not to deter people but rather, affect the businesses itself as the patrons will feel scared to go and hence affect sales and cash inflows. Sooner or later, due to dropping business and the disruptions, they close down. But history has thought us a few things. When there's a will, there's a way. More new places will mushroom up in place and people will still find ways to have a good time, law abiding or not. My only question right now is the ridiculous ceramah/lecture that we all who got caught have to be subjected to soon. When will these authorities and government training policy writers learn that, a few hours of words is not going to change the mentality of humans that has been programmed by the social environment over a longer period of time? It takes more than that to recondition the mind from its habit. It is a waste of public money and resources. This applies to those Khidmat Negara lectures too. And what was on their mind for doing the raid at 12.40am anyways??? People are still just arriving at that time! Duh?!! Fine, for those tested positive for alcohol, you are old enough to be responsible and accountable for own actions, sins and the repercussions that follows. We all grew up with our religious teachings so pretending to forget is not an excuse. Entertainment existed even in the time of our Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W). It may have evolved today but that is natural progression. For those who were released and tested negative for alcohol (the cell in the picture is empty as most of the 70-80 people were already released after 5 hours of being locked up, under the wrongful assumption by the authorities, that we were guilty of drinking alcoholic beverages), then why are we forced to attend it mandatorily when we have committed no offense by law? What is the crime here? For being in a public premise? Hell, if that's the case, lock us up for being in KLCC then! What's the difference? Lets be a regressive society forget all the accepted norms, and be a narrow minded country that is the laughing stock of others around the world. I am simply questioning the interpretations of the Islamic teachings and laws by the authorities and the public who are inconvenieced by these questionable practicality of it. If i commit a sin, then it is between me and Allah. No where do i see any other person or state law being a party to it. Has the original logic and common sense applied in the original teachings been twisted, distorted and intepretations deviated by those in position to do so? The summons carry the ink stamp of "Jabatan Perdana Menteri". We were not caught in the act of drinking and neither is there any evidence. I enjoy dancing and i love music. I'm not taking drugs and other substances. I was there for a business meeting. Most of us there are there to meet friends and de-stress after a long day of work in good clean fun manner. If we are innocently standing and observing in that venue or even dancing, then please show me the law that prohibits Muslims from being there and doing such acts. I do not see a signage that says, "Muslims are not allowed to enter this premises". So why are we being forced and subjected to attend a religious lecture with the pink slip that was given to each and everyone of us. Why is there nothing written in the charges section of the slip? It was partially completed (see picture of summon). Under what offense are we being charged under? Blank on the slip. If we are released and free to go, therefore the conclusion is, we are innocent and have been wrongfully arrested and detained by the authorities right? Then why is failure to attend the lecture result in a court order? What? I demand justice. Syariah lawyers out there, please advise us our basic human and religious rights. My legal question remains unanswered. Do we still have to go for this lecture even when we have been tested negative? And if we don't go, what can they do? No crime, no punishment right? As a famous local Chef once said, "Tolonglah! Ia sebuah kelab tarian dan sudah tentu niat saya pergi ke sana untuk menari. Bagi saya itu tidak salah kerana niat saya untuk berhibur sambil bersenam. Bukankah menari satu daripada riadah seperti aerobik?" Your open minded comments welcomed. Click on the left comment boxes for the 1st letter received from Hakam (Human Rights Society) for those who need their help and this link for another article on this. A new valued response from Hakam. There are a number of ways where one can seek redress. The one which I recommend, esp. by those who were abused and humiliated is to pursue criminal charges against the offending person. To put it simply, the Syariah jurisdiction covers only very small areas and cannot 'bercanggah dengan' the laws of the land passed in parliament. And when it comes to being abused, or if there has been a dereliction of duties, then it becomes a state matter and the actual Courts cover these areas. One can file a police report and give a witness statement. With that, either the police or the complainant (or both) can go to the Attorney General's office to pursue a case of wrongful confinement, abuse etc. For example in the Penal Code, there are a few sections that their experiences constitute a crime eg. 'uttering any word or making any gesture intended to insult the modesty of a person' or even 'act caused by inducing a person to believe that he/she will be rendered an object of Divine displeasure'. The other is taking a civil suit. This is also applicable whether or not one was caught by Jawi or whoever. If you have suffered abuse in the hands of the state including wrong confinement, religious bodies, you have a case and entitled to damages. The basic point is that you and your friends passed the test, and are innocent. No reason why you have to be 'punished' any more than you have already endured. Speed is of the essence here. We should act fast. If you & your friends like, HAKAM can even arrange a meeting with those detained and members of the Human Rights Bar Committee if you want more detailed advice, or if you want more clarification of your rights. Hey don't forget you all are not alone. A lot of people are in support of all of you, and want to help out.

Sounds of The Loft at Zouk

Urgently Looking for Model/Talents for TV Ad

We are urgently seeking for the hottest looking fresh face for the Maggi Thai Chilli Sauce TV Commercial to be aired locally in Malaysia. This could launch you to stardom. To get a shot at being casted, send you or your friends facial and full length photo with your mobile contact number (cuz we need to call you right?) to johan@ascension.com.my by 6pm, 21st January 2005. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further information on what to do next. Shoot Date: Friday 28th January 2005 (1 day shoot) 1 year contract for Maggi Thai Sauce. Requirements: Female, 20++ Chinese looking skewed towards Thai (can be slightly tanned skin)* Talent can even be from Thailand. The sooner you respond the higher your chances.

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Upcoming Events in January

Push pres. Josh Wink @ Zouk Sat 01 Jan . 9pm DJ/Producer/Label Owner/Re-mixer and artist, Josh Wink has released yet another 2 dance anthems on Ovum Recordings, How's Your Evening So Far and more recently Superfreak. Not one to limit himself, expect a mix of house and techno so seamless and mind messing you won't know what hit you. RM30 before 11pm, ladies RM35, men RM40 aft., inc. 1 drink. Free entry for 1st 200 UOB Visa Mini Cardholders inc. 1 drink. Resolution featuring Special K and Groovedoctor @ Atmosphere 1st January 2005 Boys, start making your resolution and let the Doctor and Special K whip you into shape for 2005! PreSale: RM40 +1 Drink (only til 27.12.04) Door Cover: RM 45 +1 Drink Internet Booking: Spore$20. Log on to www.fridae.com or www.KL-iQ.com for more details. Groovetemple pres. Genesis @ Bar Blonde Fri 07 Jan . 9pm After throwing numerous private parties, Groovetemple go public. DJs Fariz, Kamil, Alam and Victor G combine smashing techno and house beats. No cover. Reincarnate (the Recovery & Charity Party) Sunday Sundae @ Zouk 2nd January 2005 Live your new resolution and let DJ Argo (Taiwan) and Leonard T (S'pore) regenerate your male senses for 2005! Specially for the benefit of Rumah Soleha (Home for the abandoned HIV +ve kids) Theme: Your Decision.. Your Reincarnation.. Door Cover: RM 35 +1 Drink Log on to www.KL-iQ.com for more details. Martin Solveig @ Bliss Fri 07 Jan . 9pm After producing dance anthems like 'Heart Of Africa' and 'Come With Me', artists like from Cunnie Williams to Soldiers of Twilight have been asking music enthusiast, DJ and Producer, Martin Solveig, to give their works a facelift. Thanks to Martin's magic fingers, Salif Keita's 'Madan' became a huge summer anthems with the remix featured in more than 60 compilations in over 23 countries. His latest tune, 'Rocking Music' on Defected, has shattered dancefloors around the world. Now he's ready to rock KL. RM40 inc. 1 drink. Passion pres. Jungle Jerry & Groovedoctor @ Atmosphere Fri 07 Jan . 10pm Two powers combine forces for a menacing night of techno anthems and tornado style beats that'll suck you in and spin you around the room. RM40 inc. 1 drink. For info, log onto www.twelvesi.com.my. Decode Celebration ft. Groove Armada @ Genting Sat 08 Jan . 7pm As part of its annual appreciation of its KCC members, the ciggie brand says thank you via a lineup of deck superheroes that'll have your clubbing legs turn to putty. Groove Armada, Smokin' Jo, Tim Sheridan, Thrillseekers and Gree are the dance music monsters making their way here, plus there's a surprise DJ act lined up that is sure to blow minds plus sizzling hot performances by the Phoenix Firedancers. Only the most hardcore KCCers get to go, so cross your fingers and start praying for that SMS invite. Brought to you by Kent. RM120 for 2 passes, inc. 4 drinks and 1 gift pack. Mambo Jambo 80s Revival Party @ Zouk Wed 12 Jan . 9pm If you're a big fan of Madonna, Michael Jackson, Duran Duran, and many other 80s chart toppers and one hit wonders, stick on th shoulder pars and backcomb your wet look hair and hit Leonard T's floor. If you've got that naff 80s look down pat, you stand a chance of winning RM300. RM30 inc. 1 drink. Sessions pres. Odin and Azran @ Velvet Underground Thu 13 Jan . 9pm A funky blend of tech-house, progressive and tribal house is what you're in for. RM20, RM 30 inc. crossover to Zouk, and 1 drink. Adam Beyer @ Zouk Fri 14 Jan . 9pm Adam Beyer's meteoric rise has been cited as one of the catalysts for Swedish techno's current influence and despite his young age, he has become one of techno´s leading figures. RM30 bef. 11pm, ladies RM35, men RM40 aft., inc. 1 drink. To Win One of 10 Passes to Adam Beyer @ Zouk, tell us why you love techno in 5 words or less. Type JC, ABY, your answer, your name, your IC# and SMS it to 36868 by Fri 7 Jan. Winners will be based on the most creative answers. Each SMS received will be charged RM1.00. SMS entries are open to Maxis (012, 017), DiGi (016) and Celcom (013, 019) users, aged 21 years and above only. Winners will be notified by phone on Wed 12 Jan, limited to 1 ticket/person. Passes must be collected at Zouk KL. Passion pres. Q-Hey @ Atmosphere, TwelveSI Fri 14 Jan . 10pm Japan sends more of their posse over for a night of uncontrollable madness on the decks. Masaya Kyuhei aka DJ Q-Hey is one of the top DJs in Japan. Owner of hard techno label Moon Age Recordings, as well as the main organizer of the monthly party Reboot at worldly renowned club Maniac Love in Tokyo. Arriving at KL, he sets down his samurai sword picks up his vinyl and sends sharp strokes of techno and electronica upon his dancefloor victims. He cuts and slices tunes on the wheels of steel like a butcher and his meat. He will not show mercy let alone allow anyone to stop. It's going to be a hard night. Be prepared. RM40, 1st 300 KCC bef. 1am RM20, inc. 1 drink. For info, log onto http://www.twelvesi.com.my/. Push pres. Aldrin @ Zouk Sat 15 Jan . 9pm With the success of Aldrin's second single, 'Maybe Tomorrow', on the Renaissance imprint stamping its mark on global dancefloors, and getting major support from the likes of John Digweed, Hernan Cattaneo and Pete Tong, this South Islander (Singapore, lah) breaks it down in the Mainroom. RM25 bef. 11pm, ladies RM30, men RM35 aft., inc. 1 drink. Free entry for 1st 200 UOB Visa Mini Cardholders and 1 drink. Panasonic Party @ Cafe Flam Thurs 20th Jan . 10pm Panasonic party promoting their mobile X100 and X200 model. Passion pres. Technasia ft. Charles Siegling @ Atmosphere Fri 21 Jan . 9pm DJ/Musician, Charles Siegling has collaborated with Funk D'Void, Renato Cohen and John Tejada on tracks that have singed the floor of clubs. Teaming up with Label Manager, Amil Khan, producer of Technasia to tour, he drops his box in KL. RM40, 1st 300 KCC members bef. 1am RM20, inc. 1 drink. Delicious pres. Wetmusik ft. Simon Digby & Will E Tell @ Amosphere Sat 22 Jan . 9pm The partners who brought you Australia's premier techno label, Wetmusik, give you a reason to come out and play. RM40, 1st 300 KCC members bef. 1am RM20, inc. 1 drink. Ning Baizura @ Hard Rock Cafe or Planet Hollywood. Sun 23 Jan . 10pm The Sunday Nite Live 2005 sessions premieres with the incomparable Ning doing her stuff and rocking you with her latest songs from the new album "Erti Pertemuan". Full Moon Party @ Ko Phangan Thailand Sun 23 Jan - Thu 27 Jan Dance under the moonlight in UV paint and let your body lose control to the beat of waves and soundsystems. RM990 inc. 5 day/4 nights package of food, accommodation, air and road transport, travel insurance and a tour of Koh Samui. Bookings required before Fri 31 Dec. For info, call William at 019-3927887. Sessions ft. Ben Katana & Romel @ Velvet Underground Thu 27 Jan . 9pm 1st runner-up in Heineken's Juice DJ Quest, Romel steps up and partners one of Malaysia's most prominent techno DJs, Ben Katana. Combining forces, they release a streak of deep tribal house fused with tough techno and electro sounds. RM20, RM30 inc. crossover to Zouk and 1 drink. Palash of 'Saeed & Palash' @ Zouk Fri 28 Jan . 9pm Native Bangladeshi and Washington DC citizen, Palash, has been pushing his twisted tribal progressive house, lending his studio talent to the likes of Jimmy Sommerville, Celeda, Luzon and Steve Lawler, and causing a stir among top dogs like Danny Tenaglia, Sasha and Digweed and Deep Dish. Following his partner, Saeed's, mind blowing set, it's Palash's turn to turn it tribal. RM30 bef. 11pm, ladies RM35, men RM40 aft., inc. 1 drink. To Win One Of 10 Passes to Palash @ Zouk, tell us what you would name your DJ duo in 5 words or less. Type JC, PSP, your answer, your name, your IC# and SMS it to 36868 by Fri 14 Jan. Winners will be based on the most creative answers. Each SMS received will be charged RM1.00. SMS entries are open to Maxis (012, 017), DiGi (016) and Celcom (013, 019) users, aged 21 years and above only. Winners will be notified by phone on Wed 26 Jan, limited to 1 ticket/person. Passes must be collected at Zouk KL. Heineken Green Room Sessions pres. DJ Krush @ Velvet Underground Fri 28 Jan . 10pm Japanese turntablist and Producer, DJ Krush, is one of the few island nation throw-ups to be embraced by the global hip hop world. Releasing material through Sony in Japan, Mo'Wax and Virgin in the UK, Krush's heady brand of experimental, instrumental hip hop has been praised by music rags like Rolling Stone and Spin. While his Japanese debut mixes elements of r 'n' b and acid jazz with the breakbeat backbone of mid-tempo hip hop, Krush's work has since tended toward the abstract with heavy effects, ambient textures and inventive scratching. You'd be a fool to miss it. RM35 bef. 11pm, ladies RM40, men RM45 aft., inc. 1 Heineken. Heineken has 10 pairs of tickets to the Japanese maestro's Velvet Underground set to give away. To sort yourself out with some, log onto www.Heineken.com/Malaysia, answer a few simple questions and cross your fingers. Regenerate Tsunami @ KL Tower Sat 29 Jan . 10pm Come in full force to support the Tsunami victims. Each entry ticket bought will go towards purchase a small crate of mineral water for donation to Amal Malaysia. Glam pres. Shanghai Tang @ Velvet Underground Sat 29 Jan . 9pm From the Shanghai Bund and Shanghai Triads to the unforgettable fashion of Shanghai Tang, they all come together in the second instalment of the Glam series. Dress in your most glamorous cheongsams or trench coats and celebrate the mystique of Shanghai Tang. RM30 bef. 11pm, ladies RM35, men RM40 aft., inc. 1 drink. Complimentary tickets with purchase of Johnnie Walker products 2 weeks bef. the event. Bits and pieces RnB artiste Sharizan and actress Sofia Jane are now hosting a parenting show on TV3 called 123 every Sunday, 12noon. Sharizan is also hosting InterZone (3rd Season) 9pm Live every Wednesday on TV2 (RTM). He's also on "Down Memory Lane" with Nat King Cole's Greatest Hits. Friday night, January 21, 11pm, TV2 PROMUDA Careers Xpose TV Series will be broadcast on NTV7 every Sunday 12.30pm-1pm beginning, 23rd January 2004. Kindly lookout for the publicity for this 52-week programme in New Straits Times. and we like Kakiseni's bitchy review of Carmen the Opera. Arts and Stuff Contributed by Kakiseni Tsunami Aid Concerts National Chinese Orchestra Taiwan: Held at Istana Budaya, and Dewan Sri Negeri, Alor Setar, this was originally a charity concert for Yayasan Sultanah Bayihah. But chairman Tunku Intan now says that proceeds will go the tsunami victims of Kedah, care of the state government. The orchestra was formed in 1984 from the National Taiwan Academy of Arts. Tsunami MERCY Humanitarian Concert at Alexis Ampang: Hosted by Paula Malai Ali and Jit Murad, this concert will feature Harith Iskandar & friends, Afdlin Shauki, Jason Lo, singletrackmind, Reefa, Pacai & Aji, and The Dr Ruban Blues Band. Money goes to the MERCY Humanitarian Fund for Asian Tsunami Victims, an aid drive by MERCY Malaysia. The Backyard Initiative: Featuring performances by Viji & Fasy, David Gomes & Junji Delfino, Rafique Rashid, Karen Nunis Blackstone, 360 Degree Head Rotation, Albert Sirimal & Vijay David, The Corn Cake Kings, Peter Hassan Brown & Markiza, as well as Julian Mokthar’s band, The Saturday Night Specials. The pub will donate its entire net collection for the evening. Half of the money goes to Mercy Malaysia in aid of victims in Sumatra; the other half in aid of victims in Sri Lanka. Charity Concert at Paul's Place: This charity concert is in aid of the Malaysian Tsunami Fund. Featuring Karen Nunis Blackstone, Julian Mokhtar, Chris Hoskins, Daddy Peet, Ariff, among others. Meanwhile, contributions to the International Response Fund may be sent to the Malaysian Red Crescent Society via The Star, or you can make a secure online contribution by visiting https://www.redcross.org/donate/donation-form.asp (International Response Fund). 2004 Review of the Scene.. In the Year of the Tsunami - Pt. 1 by Pang Khee Teik Malaysian arts in 2004: Theatre, Music, Dance & Malaysians Abroad... and In the Year of the Tsunami - Pt. 2 by Pang Khee Teik Malaysian arts in 2004: Film, Art, Courses, Books, Talks, Elsewhere, and Kids Stuff Sounds of 2005 Showcase Jan 7, 2005 (7 pm) Come and checkout exciting new bands BAU, d-Va, Seven Signs and Indrani (Ratu), performing hits from their recently released debut albums,... The Backyard Initiative Jan 9, 2005 (6 pm) The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake has a death toll of 158 000 so far, with a final number estimated at... 100 Years Of Abdullah Ariff Dec 16, 2004 - Mar 13, 2005 (10 am - 6 pm) Known widely as the first significant Western influenced Malay artist, Abdullah Ariff (1904 – 1960) has contributed illustriously to the... Class Of '84 Jan 20 - 23, 2005 (8.30 pm); Jan 23, 2005 (3.00 pm) Presented by the Actors Studio and Mumbai's Rage Productions, Class Of '84 is a rollercoaster ride about friendship, depicted with... Mr. Kong And Mr. Kay Jan 26 - 30, 2004 (26 to 28 January 2005 - Wed to Fri @ 8,30 pm, 29 to 30 January 2005 - Sat & Sun, matinee only @3.00pm) Monti and Logi, who slapped you with the slapstick Bolehman in Bolehland, is back with Mr Kong and Mr Kay Avanti Friday Nite Jazz (Jan 21, 2005) Jan 21, 2005 (10 pm) Smooth, funky jazz nights return for a third season at the Avanti Italian-American Ristorante at Sunway Lagoon Resort Hotel, with... Farid Ali + Friends at Alexis Ampang Jan 21 & 22, 2005 (10.30 pm) Farid Ali is one of the finest jazz guitarists in the region. An 'old soul', at a tender age of... MPO 18th Century Elegance - Tamas Vasary Jan 22, 2005 (8.30 pm); Jan 23, 2005 (3 pm) The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra plays: Gioacchino Rossini's Overture to "La scala di seta"; Wolfgang A Mozart's Piano Concerto No 21 in... Jazz & World Music Series - Discovering the Secrets of Chinese Opera: Introduction and Performance Jan 24 & 25, 2005 (8.30 pm) China's leading artists from the Shanghai Peking Opera Theatre and Shanghai Kunqu Opera House present different opera forms - Jing... MPO Chamber Concert - Handel, Schubert Jan 26, 2005 (6 pm) The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Chamber Players play: George F Handel's Sonata No 5 in G for two oboes and basso continuo,... Avanti Friday Nite Jazz - David Gomes Jan 28, 2005 (10 pm) Smooth, funky jazz nights return for a third season at the Avanti Italian-American Ristorante at Sunway Lagoon Resort Hotel, with... Happy People Quintet at Alexis Ampang Jan 28 - 29, 2005 (10.30 pm) The Happy People Quintet are: Julian Chan on saxophone; Eddie Wen on trumpet and flugelhorn; Justin Limon on keyboard; Nazrin...

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