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Hype Malaysia
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Malaysian Singer-Songwriter Hael Husaini To Hold First Solo Concert This August
It's the moment you've been waiting for, Haelers! After years in the industry, talented singer-songwriter Hael Husaini is holding his first solo concert later this August with two very special guests! Hael Husaini recently announced his first solo concert, 'Hael Husaini & Repertoire'. The concert will take place on 8th August 2025 (Friday) at Zepp Kuala Lumpur. Rocketfuel Entertainment and Astro Gempak will serve as concert organisers. The seating plan has already been revealed, with ticket prices starting from RM120. Ticket sales will begin on 3rd June 2025 (Tuesday) via Ticket2U. Adding to the excitement are the two special guests who will perform alongside Hael during the concert. After dropping teasers of the two guest performers, Hael confirmed that singers Nadeera Zaini and Dayang Nurfaizah are the special guests at his solo concert. Both songstresses are frequent collaborators of Hael, which sparked excitement for fans who want to see their duets live on stage. As mentioned, this concert marks Hael's first solo concert since debuting in 2017. In an interview with local media, the 37-year-old said that this upcoming show is a gift to his fans for all their love and support throughout his career. The 'Diam' singer revealed that the concert had been in planning for a while, adding that he has prepared a lot for his fans. If you're looking forward to celebrating this milestone with Hael, here are the details of the show: 'Hael Husaini & Repertoire' ft. Nadeera Zaini and Dayang Nurfaizah Date: 8th August 2025 (Friday) Time: 8pm Venue: Zepp Kuala Lumpur Organiser: Rocketfuel Entertainment, Astro Gempak Ticket Prices: Bronze (Standing): RM120, Silver (Standing): RM148, Gold (Standing): RM160, Platinum (Standing): RM258, Diamond (Seated): RM228, VIP BOX: RM588 (for 10 pax) Ticket Sale: Available from 3rd June 2025 (Tuesday), 12pm onwards, via Ticket2U For more information on the concert and the ticketing, please contact Rocketfuel Entertainment and Ticket2U. Are you ready to be serenaded by Hael Husaini? Source: Instagram What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
The Star
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Sabahan lass Wani Kayrie gets into the groove with her new traditional-pop single 'Cak Cak Cekuk' in celebration of the Kaamatan festival
Rising starlet Wani Kayrie always believe in being different especially when it come to her music. And she has done it again with her new single "Cak Cak Cekuk". A talented singer who often performs with distinction, Wani Kayrie once again enlivens the local music world with her latest singlewhich she describes to be a modern pop song with traditional nuances that unites old cultural elements with contemporary musical arrangements. Produced by top entertainment label, Rocketfuel Entertainment, this song was created by a team of talented composers - Karim Karam, Shane Kennedy and Iqie Hugh. And the song comes in just in time for the Keaamatan Festoval which will be celebrated in a big way this weekend in her home state Sabah. 'The first time I heard the demo of this song, I immediately said…'This is the life story of many young couples today ... They are excited to get married, but they still don't have enough money. So why don't we record this song with a cheerful 'vibe' but full of meaning,' shared Wani. Inspiration From the Folk Song 'Cak Cekur Udang Gamit' 'Cak Cak Cekuk' takes inspiration from folk songs that mothers or grandmothers used to sing to their little children, then gives it a fresh and modern twist. 'This song reminds me of when I was a child, 'Cak Cekur Udang Gamit' was always sung by mothers or grandmothers to their little children who were growing up. "When I got the opportunity to record a song with an element of advice, I was really excited. I think it's important for us as a new generation to bring back elements of our own culture, but in a way that suits the present day,' Wani explained enthusiastically. Telling the True Story of a Young Couple About to Get Married This song depicts the reality faced by many young couples today, namely the desire to start a family but limited by financial circumstances. The message conveyed is not just entertainment, but also a form of understanding and support for young people who are planning their future together. 'I believe many will feel close to the lyrics of this song. Sometimes we don't need a lavish ceremony, love and sincerity are enough,' said Wani. Cheerful Music, Yet Loaded with Meaning With an energetic musical arrangement and simple lyrics, 'Cak Cak Cekuk' brings a cheerful but fulfilling aura. This song is not only for entertainment, but can also be an injector of enthusiasm for those who are preparing for marriage. 'Although this song is relaxed, the message is clear – if you love someone, we work together. You don't necessarily have to wait for everyone to be happy before you can get married,' said Wani with a smile. 'We've all felt it was hard to achieve our dreams, but don't give up. I myself had many challenges when I was about to start my art career, but we have to go slowly, don't stop. Like the verse of this song, 'Slowly row until you reach the end' – that's the spirit I want to share through this song,' added Wani. Suitable for Weddings & Celebrate Love With a light and loving storytelling style, this song is also very suitable to be played at weddings, bridal showers, or any event related to love and family ties. Wani Kayrie's music dreams As for her own love life, Wani said that she wants to focus on her career for the time being and will only share her good news when the time comes. There has been rumours that she is now ready to settle down following her recent success in the music industry. "There has been too many rumours on that issue. There is no marriage plans for now. My full concentration is on my career. There is no buts and ifs in that matter right now. I love my career and I want really want to be successful in it," said Wani. Now Available On All Digital Platforms Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the latest song from Wani Kayrie starting May 23, 2025 on Joox, KKBox, Spotify, Deezer, Apple Music and YouTube Music. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the exclusive music video 'Cak Cak Cekuk' soon which features its own unique twist. For more information and the latest updates on Wani, follow her official social media pages and Rocketfuel Entertainment.
The Star
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
'It's all due to the belief of my parents, mentors had in me that I'm successful today' says songstress Nadeera Zaini, now riding on a wave of success
These days, it is all about Nadeera Zaini when it comes to the local music scene. She is now the top female star in the country and just about all her efforts are rewriting records and going through just about every other local music fans roofs. Also not to forget her partnership with superstar entertainer Hael Husaini and his long time writing partner Iqie Hugh. Together, they seem to weave magic after magic in the local music scene these days. And you can bet fans are already eager for their next big one, as the trio had announced that they are working on their next top hit. The single is already in the works and should be playing in the local music scene in the very near future. During an interview with The Star recently at her music producer Rocketfuel Entertainment's event, the singer a very humble and down-to-earth character, said instead of enjoying the moment the limelight, she prefers to continue working harder. "It has never always been like this. I've seen hard times. There were days it was just very, very tough. I went through it all. I thank god, it is better now. But I'm what I'm today is because the love and support I had from so many people. I owe them all so much. And for them, I will continue working harder and work to produce better music for my fans," said the 31-year-old Nadeera. In fact, the petite lass added that there were times she would have quit if not for her well-wishers. And that is the reason she will not waste her time basking in her soaring career. Instead, the Johor-born Nadeera said she would prefer to pay tribute to her wonderful mom and dad together with her mentors and also her big brothers/best friends Hael and Iqie. "My parents, my family - they are everything to me. If not for them, I would have quit. And I say that from my heart. It was always their support that carried me here today," said Nadeera. "I spoke to them about quitting many times but they always told me to try and try as they had so much belief and confidence in me. Simply amazing for me to have such parents and also siblings. They had always been there for me and I thank for that. More than anything, my family especially my parents are my greatest treasure and gift from god." She also added she has much to thank and be grateful to Malaysian music legend Datuk Zainal Abidin, who had been her music mentor during her early years in professional music. "He (Zainal Abidin) to me is the greatest mentor/teacher one can ever have. Like my family members, he always encourage me when I was down. And to that, I owe him much for my success in my career now. "He is just like Hael and Iqie. The day they told me to sing for them, life has changed. Really, really changed for the better. Especially Hael, he is a great big brother and someone who is always teaching me to become a better singer. All of them, they are the angels in my life who have given me new-found confidence in my career," said Nadeera. Nadeera made her foray into Malaysian music in 2014 and made her first single entry with "Hasrat Hati" in 2015. Since then, she has been regularly hitting the charts but her current hit 'Bukan Lagi Kita' done last year has been a standout blockbuster. This year she has done a duet with her good friend Hael and they produced "Gempak Most Wanted" the theme song for the "Gempak Most Wanted Awards 2024" show. "Before all this, life was a stumble. I even joined so many competitions where it was not so fruitful. Now that my career is much better, I aim to ensure it stays that way and I will always worst hard and honest for the future," said Nadeera. Add to that feather in the cap, Nadeera has been selected to be the ambassador for the Borneo Flora Festival (BFF) @ Wilayah Persekutuan Labuan 2025. That event will take place from July 26-30th. But back to her career, especially in the last 15 months, it has been amazing to say the least. The Nadeera-Hael combo hit GOLD with the Hari Raya hit 'Meriah Lain Macam' and by far was the easy champion for this festival season. This tune is again written by the amazing writing duo of Hael Husaini and Iqie Hugh, these two long-time friends who form an incredible partnership that has composed many top songs. The fun and uplifting 'Meriah Lain Macam' has turned in an incredible 1.89 billion in social media and streaming platforms. It is also the No.1 hit song in Malaysia and Brunei and returned a tremendous 16 million-plus hits in YouTube. It is also hitting the charts in Singapore, Indonesia and even other parts of South-East Asia. It is also the No.1 trending song in YouTube for 33 days in a row and also the top boy in Carta RIM (Malay Section - The Official Malaysia Chart), No. 1 in YouTube Malaysia, YouTube Brunei and also the prestigious Billboard Malaysia chart. She also added another feather to her blossoming achievements, when she also released her own Hari Raya tune 'Dam Dim Dum Raya' besides the super-hit composition with Hael. While 'Dam Dim Dum Raya' was not a big hit like 'Meriah Lain Macam', it still returned a respectableof almost one million hits in YouTube. Nadeera said she was just humbled by the whole experience and added she will always have special thanks to Hael and Iqie. Due to the big support for her current single 'Bukan Lagi Kita', Nadeera also had released a special rendition and edition of the song on May 1. The special versions were available from May 1 in all streaming platforms. In a special thanks to all, the songstress beamed: " Terima Kasih, kepada semua yang memberi saya tempat di hati mereka. Ia benar-benar menyentuh hati dan memberi saya satu Raya yang tidak boleh dilupakan seumur hidup saya. (I thank all who had me in their hearts and I'm really touched by the love and support from all. It is an unforgettable time that I will never forget throughout my career)," said a very delighted Nadeera. Being the simple and friendly person, it seems, Nadeera always and wants to remain that very girl all the while. But at the same time. she now has proven to be a top class entertainer and all her fans just wants to their favourite singer continue to soar in her career.
The Star
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Stars continue to glitter for Malaysian super duo Hael Husaini-Nadeera Zaini as their blockbuster Raya song goes above 1.87 billion in social media & streaming platforms
It seems nothing seem to stop the magic combination Hael Husaini and Nadeera Zaini. They have had hits after hits and success after success over the last 15 months and it just does not seems to stop. Their Hari Raya hit 'Meriah Lain Macam' is by far the easy champion for this festival season. This tune is again written by the amazing writing duo of Hael Husaini and Iqie Hugh, these two long-time friends who form an incredible partnership that has composed many top songs. At press time, the fun and uplifting 'Meriah Lain Macam' has turned in an incredible 1.87 billion in social media and streaming platforms. It is also the No.1 hit song in Malaysia and Brunei and returned a tremendous 16 million hits in YouTube. It is also hitting the charts in Singapore, Indonesia and even other parts of South-East Asia. It is also the No.1 trending song in YouTube for 33 days in a row and also the top boy in Carta RIM (Malay Section - The Official Malaysia Chart), No. 1 in YouTube Malaysia, YouTube Brunei and also the prestigious Billboard Malaysia chart. The song which is about a wife-husband pair's zany but happy preparations for the the Hari Raya festival. Music label Rocketfuel Entertainment had made the official announcement of the hit song during a special Hari Raya Open House event in Kuala Lumpur which was attended by their top artistes, special guests and also the media members. "For me going home for the Raya holidays is always the best time of the year. It always has been 'Meriah Lain Macam (a special kind of happiness)" said Hael during the Hari Raya event. "I'm so glad I have a chance to write a song that gives me a chance to share that experience and at the same the extreme excitement of waiting for the big day and journey back home to share the fun with my family," added Hael, now among the most accomplished musicians in the country. "As usual it is always fun working with Iqie and Nadeera. I expected a good run but seriously, never have I expected such a stupendous reception. I thank everyone - the fans, my team, my family, Rocketfuel and also Astro. They have done so much in pushing this song to this unthinkable level. "It is also very gratifying that people from all kind of races are loving this tune. From the bottom of the heart, I'm just so humbled by the reception, It has been incredible and I'm so grateful I'm part of the who gang involved in the song and also the video. "It's so wonderful that it is the Hari Raya 'playlist' in many houses and cars and even offices. I thank all for their support. It is just so incredible. What a ride," said the ever-so down-to-earth singer. As for Nadeera, she added another feather to blossoming achievements, when also released her own Hari Raya tune 'Dam Dim Dum Raya' besides the super-hit composition with Hael. While 'Dam Dim Dum Raya' was not a big hit like 'Meriah Lain Macam', it still returned a respectable 800,000 hits in YouTube. Nadeera, also said she was just humbled by the whole experience and said she will always have special thanks to Hael and Iqie. "Them (Hael and Iqie); They are the best big brothers one can have. I owe Hael so much too. For having me sing his compositions are indeed a big honour for me," said Nadeera. "And 'Meriah Lain Macam' is just a big wow. Unforgettable is the only word that I have for now. The experience is unbelievable and I have so much gratitude to so many people. I thank everyone especially my family members, my mom and dad for their never ending support in my career," said the humble duringa pree meet at the event. "I also thankful that I got a chance to sing my own Hari Raya composition (Dam Dim Dum Raya). It is my first Raya solo. The happiness is now never-ending and I hope it continues with good blessing from all the people who are close to me and at the same from the love the fans has shown me. " Terima Kasih, kepada semua yang memberi saya tempat di hati mereka. Ia benar-benar menyentuh hati dan memberi saya satu Raya yang tidak boleh dilupakan seumur hidup saya . (I thank all who had me in their hearts and I m really touched by the love and support from all. It is an unforgettable that I will never forget throughout my career)," said a very delighted Nadeera. During the event, both Hael and Nadeera even had more reasons to celebrate. Both released a special version 'Diam' and 'Bukan Lagi Kita' their super top hits from 2024. The special versions was available from Thursday (May 1) in all streaming platforms. Meanwhile, music label Rocketfuel also had other reasons to celebrate. Their other Raya song 'Nyam Nyam Ketupat' was another big hitter and has returned impressive numbers too. The song which had the combo of Zizan Razak, Wani Kayrie, Dinda Dania dan Miss Alvy, had a combination of cheeky and happy lyrics that won over many fans. It also had more than 8 millions hit in YouTube was No.3 in the list of 'Most Streamed Malay Singles In Malaysia' list. Even Olympic badminton champion and top star shuttler Vivtor Axelsen used the song as his background in one of his TikTok postings. In an official press statement, Rocketfuel promised that they will continue to offer the best of music that the country can offer as they seek to further improve their compositions.
Hype Malaysia
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Dinda Dania Channels Inner Warrior In Electrifying New Single 'Katana'
Dinda Dania, the talented young Malaysian singer and winner of Ceria Popstar Xtra 2022, is making waves once again with her bold new single, 'Katana' – a high-energy track that slices straight through doubt and fear, celebrating the kind of unshakable spirit every woman carries within her. Released under Rocketfuel Entertainment, 'Katana' is more than a song – it's a battle cry. Drawing inspiration from the legendary Japanese sword, the track mirrors the katana's elegance, sharpness, and strength. It's a sonic tribute to the resilience and power of women who know their worth and refuse to back down. 'This song is a statement,' Dinda shares confidently. 'Katana' tells the story of a woman discovering her partner's secret affair – but instead of falling apart, she stands tall. The lyrics echo the journey of reclaiming one's voice, choosing dignity over despair, and embracing a power that can't be dimmed. 'I want this song to inspire girls and women everywhere to believe in themselves, no matter what life throws at them,' Dinda says with a quiet smile. 'It's about breaking free from the chains that hold you back and stepping into your true power.' A Dream Team Behind The Blade Reuniting with the powerhouse trio of Iqie Hugh, Omar K, and Shazriq Azeman, Dinda found the creative process behind 'Katana' to be as seamless as it was empowering. 'We've worked together before, so it was easy to get back in sync,' she says. 'They're incredibly professional, and they always know how to bring out the best in me during recording.' Even though she was feeling under the weather during the session, Dinda powered through – and the result is a vocal performance packed with grit, clarity, and emotion. 'It took me just over two hours to finish recording 'Katana', she recalls. 'It wasn't easy, but I'm really proud of what we created. I hope listeners feel the strength and passion behind every note.' A Rising Star With Purpose Though still new to the industry, Dinda has quickly carved a space in the hearts of Malaysian listeners. With 'Katana,' she takes her artistry to the next level – bold, fearless, and undeniably authentic. She's not just chasing chart positions. She's crafting messages. And 'Katana' is proof that her music has something to say. 'Katana' is now streaming on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, JOOX, and YouTube Music. Keep an eye out for the official lyric video, dropping soon – and if you're ready for a dose of power in your playlist, this is the track to blast on repeat.
