11-07-2025
Get ready to party this weekend
IN the second half of the year, there is no shortage of great music playing at the various nightlife venues in the Klang Valley and beyond.
Here are some of the options for music fans who want to have a blast after dark.
MANDOLIN
72,37, LG 2, Block C, Jaya One
Jalan Profesor Diraja Ungku Aziz
Petaling Jaya
Tel: 012-366 1839
Mandolin, a stalwart of the PJ nightlife scene, has a sister outlet in Jaya One, delivering live music from Thursdays to Sundays. Tonight, Chemistry is in the house while tomorrow night, Take 5 will get the party started.
Veteran rocker Sharin is back at On Line Pub on Saturday, ready to bring the Temple of Rock to life.
On Sunday night, Lucille takes the stage with DJ Manoj. Next Thursday, the Staneo trio will get into the groove.
ON LINE PUB
32, Jalan SS20/10
Damansara Kim, PJ
Tel: 011-3612 5543
The Temple of Rock is back with more fun for rock music fans. On Wednesdays, the Rockwell duo take the stage, while on Thursdays, Jeremy Danker sings out strong.
On Friday nights, The Voltage gets into gear while Saturday nights see veteran axeman Sharin with his band. Sundays are a bit more mellow, with the D'Constantly trio.
DUA KL
5, Jalan Setiapuspa
Medan Damansara KL
Tel: 019-524 2011
Dua KL is a live music venue that brings out talented musicians after dark. Tonight, Ae$ix brings some rock, pop and country to the stage while on Saturday, Ronnie is in the house to pay tribute to Abba.
On Sunday, the Junqo Objektif will deliver a night of pop reimagined.
ROCKAFELLERS PJ
G.001, The Square, Jaya One Jalan Profesor Diraja Ungku Aziz PJ
Tel: 019-207 5211
Rockafellers PJ is one of several great chill-out spots with a good selection of live sports on screen and live music.
Hard rockers Hydra are back to take the stage by storm. Join them at Rockafellers PJ this Sunday.
This Sunday, rock fans are in for a treat when the near-legendary Hydra turns up the volume to eleven.
MERDEKARYA
352 (Annexe), Jalan 5/57
Petaling Garden, PJ
Tel: 018-661 4553
Merdekarya has been at the forefront of promoting the indie scene.
Tomorrow night, the outlet is closed for a private event but on Tuesday, it's time to put on your dancing shoes for the Blues Dancing Socials.
Next Thursday, head honcho Brian Gomez is in the house with his blend of folk rock. Next Friday, Arq is on stage with some new wave-influenced rock.
Next Saturday, the Rootnotes is presenting four up-and-coming artists: The Junctions, Manny Magpie, Sarah Sharkfins and Utterly Delyrious. Tickets are available at RM40.
No cover charge, except where noted, but a minimum tip of RM10 for the musicians is expected.
JAO TIM
61 Jalan Sultan, KL
Tel: 03-2022 3897
Website:
An elegant venue in the heart of the city, Jao Tim has something for everyone. Tonight, it's a Tribute to Clairo featuring Zoe Tan.
Tomorrow night, Helloluqman and the 3005 Cru (featuring Sachie Amira) present a night of Disney D-Sides, Amplified.
Crooner Sharizan Borhan is on stage at Bobo KL tonight and tomorrow night.
Next Thursday, David Soh, Odelia and Melvin Goh are in the house for a table lamp concert focusing on the 1990s.
Next Friday, Ronnie will be in the house running through some of Billboard's hottest hits from the 2010s.
Cover charges apply; tickets are available from its website.
BOBO KL
65-2, Jalan Bangkung
Bangsar, KL
Tel: 012-683 8603
Website:
Tonight and tomorrow night, evergreen crooner Sharizan Borhan is in the house with his 'Never Gonna Give You Up' show.
Next Thursday, one of the nation's foremost musical families, the Solianos, take to the stage with Mimpiku Selamanya, celebrating 100 years of Alfonso Soliano.
Next Saturday, Alesia and the Tequila Tonics are in the house with all things 1970s. Cover charges apply.
SIMPLY JAZZ by Tin Box
28 & 29 Block C5, Level G3
Publika, Solaris Dutamas, KL
Website:
Veteran pianoman Michael Veerapen sets the direction at this jazz venue.
Tonight, Joshua Gui takes to the stage while tomorrow night, Jessica Teh is in the house to lend her vocals to the night.
SWIG @ MEGAH
3A Jln S24/11
Taman Megah, PJ
WhatsApp: 016-252 4199
Fancy a night of soul and R&B? If you do, head down to Swig@Megah where the Groove Messengers, featuring Mazlina and Zharif, take the stage. Tickets are priced at RM70 at the door (inclusive of welcome drink).
ROCK BOTTOM BANGSAR
3 & 5, Jalan Telawi 2
Bangsar, KL
Tel: 011-2729 2383
Set in the heart of Bangsar's Telawi commercial area, Rock Bottom Bangsar is a great place to kick back and chill after a long hard day of work.
It's also a popular spot for football fans to catch the best of EPL live.
There's plenty of musical action as well.
A BAR ABOVE
145-1, Jalan SS2/24, PJ Tel: 016-387 6690
Another hidden gem in the heart of Petaling Jaya's SS2, A Bar Above plays host to some great music. Tonight, Six Sense is on stage to entertain.
Tomorrow night, jam to the beat of the 1980s and 1990s with DJ Calvin.
Every Monday, enjoy the vibes of the Extreme Duo on stage.
BARUMBA PJ
7, Jalan 8/1E
PJS 8, PJ
Tel: 016-241 7560
Barumba delivers great music for PJ folk to enjoy without having to trek out to KL.
On Tuesday nights, guitar virtuoso Sharin is in the house, while on Thursdays, Arab teams up with Aji to entertain the crowd.
BATS
Sunway Giza
Jalan PJU 5/14, PJ
Tel: 012-969 8557 Social media:
A fun spot in the heart of Kota Damansara with a host of live acts. For the full list of musicians performing here, check out its social media page.
ELLI ROCKS TTDI
26A First Floor
Jalan Datuk Sulaiman,
Taman Tun Dr Ismail, KL
Tel: 011-3422 5566
Tonight, the Savanna Trio are in the house. Tomorrow night, Classic Edge take to the stage for a night of fun.
