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Hype Malaysia
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
(Video) Vocalist Of Malaysian Band Armpunk Syndicate Brutally Assaulted For Refusing To Kiss Someone's Hand
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, much of society has kept to a high level of hygienic standards, with greetings and close-contact largely kept at a distance between strangers. Gestures of respect are usually kept to a minimum, with most simply going for a handshake or the traditional 'salam' gesture for Muslims. However, this might not be the case for everyone. Yesterday (12th May 2025), the vocalist of local punk band Armpunk Syndicate was assaulted by a group of men in Johor for allegedly not kissing their hands in greeting. CCTV footage, which depicts the assault, was later uploaded to Instagram by the band. The one-minute video shows a group of seven men waiting outside a public toilet to ambush the punk vocalist, who goes by the name of Zed. The video's caption calls out the perpetrators as 'cowards' and labels the assault as a murder attempt, as a metal trash can was used to beat the victim. 'What kind of culture is cultivated in our artistic spaces? Is this what we're promoting in our scene? Skinhead Johor?', the band stated in their post. Many have come forward to express their support and stand in solidarity with the band to promote non-violence in the music scene. Late Night Frequency vocalist Moja Husni commented, 'We are with you, Zed. Stay strong, emotionally and physically. Our prayers are for you. May justice be served,' emphasising his support towards the band. The band also reportedly faced assault during their performance in Johor, as urine was thrown at them. Watch the full video here: Source: Instagram Alyssa Gabrielle contributed to this article
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Vocalist of punk band Armpunk Syndicate bashed by group in JB for failing to kiss hands of older men (VIDEO)
JOHOR BARU, May 12 — The police have reportedly launched an investigation against an alleged assault of a punk band vocalist after he did not kiss the hands of a group of men after performing at a skinhead concert. Malay paper Kosmo! cited Johor Baru South district police chief Asst Comm Raub Selamat saying an investigation paper has been opened under Section 148 of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Act. 'The police were informed about the incident yesterday and began investigations as soon as a report was lodged. 'We are also urging the victim or any witnesses to come forward and file a police report to assist in the investigation,' he was quoted saying. Section 148 deals with 'possessing weapons or missiles at a riot', while Section 233 is on 'improper use of network facilities'. Yesterday, two one-minute video clips went viral showing a group of six to seven men stopping, dragging, and beating another man. One of the videos also showed a suspect using a metal rubbish bin to mercilessly strike the victim. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Armpunk Sindicate (@ Punk band Armpunk Syndicate claimed that the men attacked its vocalist while he was coming out of the toilet, just because he 'didn't kiss their hands.' 'What kind of culture is taking root in our artistic spaces? Is this what we're promoting in the scene?' They asked on Instagram. The band also claimed that urine was thrown to them while performing on stage. The vocalist, named as Zed, has since sarcastically 'praised' those in the public for not reacting towards the incident. 'Art is not a place for physical conflict. There is no space for bullies in art. Art is a safe space for us to connect and empathise with one another,' he said on the band's Instagram account.
Malay Mail
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Vocalist of punk band Armpunk Syndicate bashed by group in JB for failing to kiss hands of older men (VIDEO)
JOHOR BARU, May 12 — The police have reportedly launched an investigation against an alleged assault of a punk band vocalist after he did not kiss the hands of a group of men after performing at a skinhead concert. Malay paper Kosmo! cited Johor Baru South district police chief Asst Comm Raub Selamat saying an investigation paper has been opened under Section 148 of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Act. 'The police were informed about the incident yesterday and began investigations as soon as a report was lodged. 'We are also urging the victim or any witnesses to come forward and file a police report to assist in the investigation,' he was quoted saying. Section 148 deals with 'possessing weapons or missiles at a riot', while Section 233 is on 'improper use of network facilities'. Yesterday, two one-minute video clips went viral showing a group of six to seven men stopping, dragging, and beating another man. One of the videos also showed a suspect using a metal rubbish bin to mercilessly strike the victim. Punk band Armpunk Syndicate claimed that the men attacked its vocalist while he was coming out of the toilet, just because he 'didn't kiss their hands.' 'What kind of culture is taking root in our artistic spaces? Is this what we're promoting in the scene?' They asked on Instagram. The band also claimed that urine was thrown to them while performing on stage. The vocalist, named as Zed, has since sarcastically 'praised' those in the public for not reacting towards the incident. 'Art is not a place for physical conflict. There is no space for bullies in art. Art is a safe space for us to connect and empathise with one another,' he said on the band's Instagram account.
