Jam Hsiao returns to KL after six years with ‘WILD/MILD' world tour at Axiata Arena
KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 — Taiwanese pop star Jam Hsiao will return to Kuala Lumpur for the first time in six years with a concert at Axiata Arena on Aug 2.
The show is part of his global 'WILD/MILD' World Tour, which blends serene melodies with explosive energy.
Organisers describe the concert as more than just a music performance, promising a sensory experience that fuses visual artistry with raw vocal power.
Jam Hsiao, known for his commanding stage presence and genre-defying style, is expected to deliver a night of emotional intensity and spectacle.
Tickets for the one-night-only show will go on sale at noon on May 19, with prices starting from RM298 excluding fees.
Hsiao's last Malaysian concert in 2019 drew a near-capacity crowd.
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