Asia Music Festival @ Miri, Sarawak (3&4/10/14)

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Asia Music Festival @ Eastwood Valley Golf & Country Club Resort, Miri, Sarawak (3 & 4/10/14)





First it was the award winning Rainforest World Music Festival with Sarawak’s traditional Sape, the boat-shaped lute that has become the symbol of the festival, then it was the Borneo Jazz, bringing jazz from around the world to Sarawak. Coming up next we have the Asia Music Festival!

The Asia Music Festival promises the most electrifying eclectic mix of live music on stage comprising bands from the Asian region.

Asia Music Festival is a 2-day musical event featuring artistes and musicians from Asian countries namely from India, Korea, Indonesia, Brunei Philippines and Malaysia.

With its objective of attracting the Asian expatriate community working in neighboring Brunei, the local Bruneians themselves, our neighbors from Sabah and Peninsular Malaysia as well as those in Indonesia, Singapore and the surrounding region, the atmosphere is planned to be that of a carnival style.


The Asia Music Festival Organized By: Sarawak Tourism Board


Line Up:

Drumcall Community - Sarawak
Mad August - Malaysia
Masia One - Singapore
Misaluvi & Motion Family - Miri, Sarawak
Pancake 80 - Philippines
Pisco - Taiwan
Ras Muhamad - Indonesia
Retrospect - Thailand
SalamMusik - Malaysia
Soul Mate - India


DrumCall - Sarawak



Started with less than 10 members, early June 2013.

Up to 2014, the members have been increased up to 30 members. The Drumcall Community is a platform for the drummers to practice together through consistent drumshed.

Today, the Community has been performing in few events in Kuching City and the Community is growing!

www.facebook.com/DrumcallCommunityFanPage/timeline?ref=page_internal





Mad August - Malaysia



The band was formed in August 24th (2011) and the band’s name was derived from their critical decision in the month of August, whether to pursue their dreams in music scene or to stay ordinary as others.

The concept behind the name “MAD” is actually an abbreviation of a philosophical slogan – “Make A Difference”. It pledges that everyone can make a difference in life, even with a least of strength.

The main principles of the band’s initial “MAD” includes creative, peace & environmental caring.

The word “August” which in numeric 8 – refers to success, opportunity & strength.

We create an icon via music as a medium to manifest this ideology. This icon is a leader, an image, and a symbol of encouragement about living life to its fullness with courage.

twitter.com/Mad_August
www.facebook.com/MadAugust





Masia One - Singapore



Born in Singapore, Masia One became a fan of Hip Hop after stumbling upon a bootleg copy of Public Enemy’s “It Takes A Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back” at the age of 8.

After moving to Vancouver Canada at the age of 9, Masia developed a keen interest in graffiti and break dance however It was not until she started studying architecture at The University of Toronto that she began writing rhymes and performing. There began her journey into the music world.

Masia One’s debut studio album “Mississauga” was released in 2003. The album was well received and the music video for the lead single “Split Second Time” was nominated in the category of best rap video by the Much Music awards. Masia’s second studio album, “PULAU” was released in 2009. The album attained the number one slot on the Canadian College Radio Charts as well as charting on both CBC Radio 3 and South East Asian Radio.

Masia has also released several remix EPs on Muti Music. The EPs feature collaborations with artists such as Ill Gates & Bassnectar. These records exposed her sound to Dance Music crowds and were featured on Electronic Music sites such as Beatport where a few of the singles charted.

www.masiaone.com/
twitter.com/masiaone
www.facebook.com/MasiaOne








Misaluvi & Motion Family - Sarawak




twitter.com/MisaLuvi








Pancake 80 - Philippines



Pancake 80 is a band composed of five musically talented individuals who share the same interest and love for music of different genres. From reggae, rock, pop alternative and most especially new wave music of the 80’s to which they add their own flavor when covering songs. Very talented, proof of which are awards from competitions both locally and abroad using their own compositions as their contest pieces.

ACHIEVEMENTS:

1. jam 88.3 jam sessions compilation album 2004 – “the radio live album” BMG records
2. Nescafe compilation album 2004 – “One good rhythm coming up” vicor records
3. QTV 11 reality show MAY TRABAHO KA band edition 2007 – GRAND PRIZE WINNER
4. Yamaha asian beat phil. 2008 – GRAND PRIZE WINNER
5. Yamaha asian beat hongkong 2009 (rep. phil) – 3RD PRIZE
6. REDAMP’S ASEAN”S NEXT BEST BAND in KL MALAYSIA 2010 (rep. phil) – 3RD PRIZE
7. HARD ROCK CALLING battle of the band 2011 – GRAND PRIZE WINNER
8. Global Battle of the Bands (GBOB PHIL finalist Nov. 26. 2011)

twitter.com/pancake80_2003
www.facebook.com/pancake80.2003band




Pisco - Taiwan









Ras Muhamad - Indonesia



“I’m rising out of the east. I represent for my people…Indonesia!” – Salam, Ras Muhamad

Prolific recording and performing artist, bi-lingual lyricist, published book author, radio host & producer. The self-proclaimed Reggae Ambassador of Indonesia, Ras Muhamad has relentlessly and ceaselessly spread the message of Reggae from the aspects of culture and history throughout Indonesia and to the likes of South East Asian regions.

twitter.com/RasMuhamadRI
www.facebook.com/RasMuhamadReggaeAmbassador








Retrospect - Thailand



Biography Retrospect is a Thai rock band; it presents a mixture of high power and strong metal music and beautifully sweet melodies.

In 2001 four kids, Big (guitar), Bomb (bass), Not (Guitar), and Nap (drums/vocal) teamed up a rock band played industrial metal rock music, a mix of Death metal and Thrash metal which is quite heavy, raw, and rough. They started playing for small parties, later on had a new member to play drum (Birth) whilst Big went abroad to further his education, the Retrospect is still a 4-member rock band.

In 2003 the first E.P. “For Your Ears Only” was released for 150 copies only. All 5 new songs were written, arranged, produced, and played on fresh recording in the studio by all of them; they even designed the screen print and the cover of CD by themselves.

twitter.com/Retrospectrock
www.facebook.com/retrospectrock








Salammusik - Malaysia



Salammusik merupakan sebuah kugiran yang berasal dari Malaysia dan ditubuhkan sekitar 2010. Kugiran ini telah memenangi Album Terbaik Anugerah Industri Muzik ke-19.

Kumpulan ini diasaskan oleh Ashraaf Salam A. Azlan, atau d**enali dengan nama Salam. Beliau pada ketika itu sedang dalam pengajian Rekaan Bunyi dan Muzik di Politeknik Mersing Johor pada 2006. Menurut beliau, pada masa itu studio muzik universiti dalam pembinaan. Untuk menyiapkan tugasan yang diberi, beliau telah membina studio sendiri di rumahnya. Ini membolehkan beliau bereksperimentasi dengan pelbagai jenis muzik. Beliau tamat pengajian dengan cemerlang pada 2008. Selepas dari itu, beliau menanam impian untuk menghasilkan muziknya sendiri.

Dengan ahli yang ditubuhnya, mereka mula membuat persembahan di tempat-tempat kecil, di sebuah cafe. Namun, jodoh mereka tidak panjang. Tempat tersebut ditutup. Namun, sokongan para peminat membuatkan mereka pantas naik ke arus perdana.

www.salammusik.com/Salammusik/HOME.html
twitter.com/salammusik
www.facebook.com/salammalaysia





Soulmate - India



Inspired by the roots and groove sounds of the Blues, Blues-Rock, Soul, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Funk and R&B, SOULMATE was formed in Shillong, in October 2002 when Rudy Wallang and Tipriti Kharbangar decided to form a band dedicated to playing the Blues and spreading awareness about this important genre of music. Since then have played numerous gigs all over India and Abroad.

In 2011 they played in the US selling out two shows at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC during the Maximum India Festival, did a successful 4 city tour of Norway, and have shared billings with Matt Schofield, Johnny Lang and Shemekia Copeland at the Mahindra Blues Fest in Mumbai 2011, Gary Clark Jr at The Jakarta Blues Festival 2009, John Mayall at the Jakarta Blues Festival 2010, Buddy Guy, Taj Mahal and John Lee Hooker Jr, Robert Randolph Jr at the Mahindra Blues fest 2012, Robert Randolph and The Family Band, Dana Fuchs Band, Jimmy Thackery, Popa Chubby, Walter Trout at the Mahindra Blues Festival 2013 and then most recently with The Tedeschi Trucks Band, Jimmie Vaughn, Doyle Bramhall II, Zac Harmon and Lil’ Ed and The Imperials at the Mahindra Blues Fest 2014.

twitter.com/SoulmateShilong
myspace.com/soulmateshillong








Schedules:

Day 1 – 3rd October 2014 (Friday)

7.30pm – 7.50pm - Drumcall (Sarawak) - DJ Roundhead (10 minutes)

8.00pm – 8.45pm - PISCO (Taiwan) - DJ Roundhead (15 minutes)

9.00pm – 9.45pm - Masia One (Singapore) - DJ Roundhead (15 minutes)

10.00pm – 10.45pm - Pancake80 (Philippines) - DJ Roundhead (15 minutes)

11.00pm – 11.0045pm - Salammusik (Malaysia) - After Party with DJ Roundhead till 2am


Day 2 – 4th October 2014 (Saturday)

7.30pm – 7.50pm - Misaluvi & Motion Family (Sarawak) - DJ Roundhead (10 minutes)

8.00pm – 8.45pm - Soulmate (India) - DJ Roundhead (15 minutes)

9.00pm – 9.45pm - Retrospect (Thailand) - DJ Roundhead (15 minutes)

10.00pm – 10.45pm - Mad August (Malaysia) - DJ Roundhead (15 minutes)

11.00pm – 11.45pm - Ras Muhamad (Indonesia) - After Party with DJ Roundhead till 2am


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MAD AUGUST PROMISE AN AMAZING SHOW AT AMF 2014


KUCHING – The second edition of Asia Music Festival this coming October 3-4 will be enlivened by the presence of the Malaysian band, MAD AUGUST.

The band consisting of 4 members who have their own musical skills and are ready to amaze the audience with their live performance for the first time in Miri, Sarawak.


The concept behind the name “MAD” is actually an abbreviation of a philosophical slogan – “Make A Difference”. It pledges that everyone can make a difference in life, even with a least of strength and the words “August” which in numeric 8 refers to success, opportunity and strength.

MAD AUGUST plays Modern Rock and Emo Rock music. They create an icon via music as a medium to manifest their ideology. This icon is a leader, an image and a symbol of encouragement about living life to its fullness with courage.

Asia Music Festival promises an extraordinary weekend of fun, music and more, against the stunning backdrop of the venue, Eastwood Valley Golf & Country Club. A mixture of live music will be featured throughout the two days event and will include a mix-genre of music from regional, national and local talent.

Other than MAD August, the confirmed line-up of performers includes SoulMate (India), Ras Muhamad (Indonesia), Pancake80 (Philippines), Pisco (Taiwan), Retrospect (Thailand), Masia One (Singapore) and Salammusik (Malaysia).

Presale tickets are still on sale only at RM25 for adults and RM10 for children/student (aged 3-18) and available online at www.asiamusicfestival.net . Tickets also available from all STB’s Visitors Information Centre located at Sarawak Tourism Complex, Kuching ([phone]), Jalan Melayu, Miri ([phone]) and Jalan Tukang Besi, Sibu ([phone]). Door-sale ticket are priced at RM30 for adults and RM15 for children/students.

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BE MESMERISED WITH REGGAE AT ASIA MUSIC FESTIVAL 2014


KUCHING – Reggae music is not new among listeners and music lovers. The 2nd edition of Asia Music Festival this coming October 3-4 in Miri, Sarawak will bring you Reggae Ambassador of Indonesia, Ras Muhamad. He will entertain you with reggae music that will leave you mesmerized

Ras Muhamad believes that through the power of music especially Reggae, people can share and learn each other’s cultures through the messages it conveys. To find similarities and common ground, setting aside petty differences and finally celebrating life and all its dynamics through music. Such as the core and heart of Reggae, it’s a universal expression and a message of love.

Ras Muhamad musical influences other than Reggae, Ska, Dancehall and Rocksteady ranges widely from Hip-Hop, Indonesian traditional and pop music, Jazz, Metal and World Music. Besides Bob Marley, his Reggae “heroes” are Lee Perry, Peter Tosh, Augustus Pablo, King Tubby, Sizzla, Garnett Silk Gregory Isaacs and a very long-list of others. Lyrically, he draws many inspirations also from Hip-Hop icons such as Rakim, KRS-One, Nas and Wu-Tang. If one listens closely to any of Ras Muhamad’s tune his rhyme structure has subtle undertones and akin to a Hip-Hop lyricist.

Not just active in the Reggae Culture, Ras Muhamad challenges himself to collaborate with other genres in the Indonesian music industry. To express himself as an artist and give the “Reggae breath” to other forms of music is challenging to an ever-growing and evolving artist.

As an example, Ras Muhamad collaborated and recorded music with Indonesian Pop Icons such as Glenn Fredly, Tompi and Element. Indra Lesmana, a jazz legend in Indonesia also had experience in working with the Reggae Ambassador of Indonesia. Renowned, Indonesian Punk Band Superglad also collaborated with him in 2013 for their album.

Lyrically inclined, musically dynamic and Jamaican-influenced yet still Asiatic. Oneness Records boldly releases Indonesia’s first Reggae international album on July 25th 2014, Ras Muhamad’s “Salam”.

Among the many awards he received are; 2013 Nomintaed Best Reggae Composition for “Negeri Pelangi” by “Anugerah Music Indonesia, 2013 Best Reggae Song “Prosa Tinju Lima Jari”, 2012 Best Reggae for Indonesia Cutting-Edge Music Awards.

Watch Ras Muhamad performing on stage at Asia Music Festival to be held in Eastwood Valley Golf & Country Club, Miri, Sarawak. Other confirmed line-up this year includes SoulMate (India), Salammusik (Malaysia), Pancake80 (Philippines), Pisco (Taiwan), Retrospect (Thailand), Masia One (Singapore) and Mad August (Malaysia).

Presale tickets is currently on sale only at RM25 for adults and RM10 for children/student (aged 3-18) at www.asiamusicfestival.net . Tickets also available from all STB’s Visitors Information Centre located at Sarawak Tourism Complex, Kuching ([phone]), Jalan Melayu, Miri ([phone]) and Jalan Tukang Besi, Sibu ([phone]). Door-sale ticket are priced at RM30 for adults and RM15 for children/students.

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FRESH MUSIC FOR YOUR EARS BY SALAMMUSIK


KUCHING – When you fuse cultural and modern beats, you’ll get Salammusik. One of the bands that gives music in Malaysia a breath of fresh air which not only addictive rhythms, but also with lyrics that yearn to be heard.

Formed in 2010, this award-winning band from Malaysia will be presenting all music styles at the 2nd edition of Asia Music Festival this coming October 3-4, at the Eastwood Valley Golf & Country Club in Miri, Sarawak.

The band will play Rock, Reggae, Pop, Hio-Hop, Modern and
cultural beats and making it into one fresh style. Salammusik always know how to make the people move and enjoy themselves. In 2012, their first album called Salam Musik had won the ‘Best Album Category’ in the 19th Malaysian Music Industry Award in Kuala Lumpur.

Their music is inspired by the tranquility of nature so-to-speak; how history and reality revolves around the writing process. It speaks of basic human needs such as peace, environment, love and unity. Salammusik managed to capture time and thoughts in life and delivered them well through their music.

Salammusik believe that there are so many things going on that needs to be heard and they use music as a platform to express themselves by write the lyric based on their experiences.

The radio stations picked up their sound and everyone in the country as well as in Indonesia and Singapore was introduced to Salammusik. The tunes of Salammusik are not foreign to the ears of music listeners.

They have now launched their latest album titled O in January 2013. They were planning to run a tour to European countries as part of their music promotion with the local sponsor, Biskut Cap Ping Pong.

Other confirmed line-up for Asia Music Festival this year includes SoulMate (India), Ras Muhamad (Indonesia), Pancake80 (Philippines), Pisco (Taiwan), Retrospect (Thailand), Masia One (Singapore) and Mad August (Malaysia).

Presale tickets is currently on sale only at RM25 for adults and RM10 for children/student (aged 3-18) at www.asiamusicfestival.net . Tickets also available from all STB’s Visitors Information Centre located at Sarawak Tourism Complex, Kuching ([phone]), Jalan Melayu, Miri ([phone]) and Jalan Tukang Besi, Sibu ([phone]). Door-sale ticket are priced at RM30 for adults and RM15 for children/students.

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SINGAPORE’S MASIA ONE TO THRILL HIP HOP FANS AT ASIA MUSIC FESTIVAL 2014


KUCHING – Asia Music Festival is back for the 2nd year running and this edition will present to you Female Rapper from Singapore, Masia One. She is all set to thrill the audience at the coming event to be held at Eastwood Valley Golf & Country Club, Miri from the 3rd to 4th October 2014.

In 2003, Masia One, began her own record label known as M1 Group (later renamed The MERDEKA Group) and subsequently released her debut album, Mississauga. The album was well received and the music video for the lead single "Split Second Time" was nominated in the category of best rap video by the Much Music awards. Masia's second studio album, "PULAU" was released in 2009. The album attained the number one slot on the Canadian College Radio Charts as well as charting on both CBC Radio 3 and South East Asian Radio.

Masia has developed into a well rounded multi-genre artist. Her sound reflects inspiration drawn from touring through North America, Jamaica and Asia and sharing the stage with acts such as The Roots, Floetry, Mos Def, DJ Neil Armstrong, Lady Saw & Ron Sexsmith.

Courted by Grammy Award-winning Aftermath producer Che Vicious (Produced for Lauren Hill, Kanye West and 50 Cent to name a few), Masia began working on what would later become the album "Bootleg Culture". "Bootleg Culture" was released in September 2012.
and is currently nominated for "Urban Recording of the Year" by the Western Canadian Music Alliance.

In February 2013 Masia One won three South East Asian VIMA Music Awards. Best Hip Hop Song (Warriors Tongue), Best Collaboration (Errrybody feat. Pharrell, The Game & Isis Salam) & Thank You For Existing Highest Honor Award. She was nominated in eight categories, including nominations for Best Overall Female Act and Best Pop Song - "Make Up".

In May 2013 Masia One got the opportunity to perform for the first time in Europe. She did shows in Germany and Sweden as well as working with Swedish producer team Musicano.

Watch Masia One performing on stage at Asia Music Festival. Other confirmed line-up this year includes SoulMate (India), Salammusik (Malaysia), Pancake80 (Philippines), Pisco (Taiwan), Retrospect (Thailand), Ras Muhamad (Indonesia) and Mad August (Malaysia).

Get your presale tickets now at only RM25 for adults and RM10 for children/student (aged 3-18) at www.asiamusicfestival.net . Tickets also available from all STB’s Visitors Information Centre located at Sarawak Tourism Complex, Kuching ([phone]), Jalan Melayu, Miri ([phone]) and Jalan Tukang Besi, Sibu ([phone]). Door-sale tickets are priced at RM30 for adults and RM15 for children/students.

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PANCAKE 80 REPRESENTING THE PHILIPPINES AT ASIA MUSIC FESTIVAL 2014


KUCHING – Pancake 80 from the Philippines will be performing at the upcoming Asia Music Festival 2014 to be held at Miri, Sarawak on the 3 & 4 October. This is a band comprising five musically talented individuals who share the same interest and love for music of different genres. From reggae, rock, pop alternative and especially new wave music of the 80’s to which they add their own flavor when covering songs.

The band made achievements throughout the course of their career. They have also joined local and international Battle of the Bands and have been recognized for their talents as they have won several awards Most notable was as the grand prize winner of the YAMAHA ASIAN BEAT Band competition with the song “FLAME” This earned them the right to represent the Philippines in the ASIAN BEAT COMPETITION in Hongkong, competing with 10 other bands from different countries on February 2009 in which they were placed third overall. They were also third runner-up at the REDAMP’s search for ASEAN’s next best band with the song “TIME” held at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 2010 and more recently, winner of the first HARD ROCK CALLING Battle of the Band competition 2011 by HARD ROCK CAFÉ Makati, making them the Philippine representative to the International HARD ROCK CALLING Battle of the Band competition.

Watch Pancake 80 performing on stage at Asia Music Festival. Other confirmed line-up this year includes SoulMate (India), Salammusik (Malaysia), Masia One (Singapore), Pisco (Taiwan), Retrospect (Thailand), Ras Muhamad (Indonesia) and Mad August (Malaysia).

Get your presale tickets now at only RM25 for adults and RM10 for children/student (aged 3-18) at www.asiamusicfestival.net . Tickets also available from all STB’s Visitors Information Centre located at Sarawak Tourism Complex, Kuching ([phone]), Jalan Melayu, Miri ([phone]) and Jalan Tukang Besi, Sibu ([phone]). Door-sale tickets are priced at RM30 for adults and RM15 for children/students.

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EASTWOOD VALLEY OFFERS FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE TO ASIA MUSIC FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND


MIRI – Eastwood Valley Golf & Country Club, the venue of Asia Music Festival will offer free shuttle bus service to the event venue on both festival days Friday 3rd October and Saturday 4th October.

Shuttle bus service operated by the Eastwood Valley will be made available free to shuttle festival attendees to Asia Music Festival or just to reach their golf club and hotel property located at Jalan Miri by-Pass. According to Rebecca Wong, Eastwood Valley’s Director of Marketing, shuttle bus will leave Eastwood Valley every hour from 5:00pm until 9:00pm. This bus will drop off and pick up at the Boulevard Shopping Complex (entrance next to KFC), Imperial Shopping Mall (lobby entrance of the hotel) and Bintang Mega Mall (mall main entrance, near Coffee Bean).

The first schedule that runs from Eastwood Valley at 5:00pm will first reach Boulevard Shopping Complex approximately around 5:15pm, then Imperial Shopping Mall around 5:30pm and Bintang Mega Mall around 5:45pm. The shuttle bus will then return to Eastwood Valley and will continue its service for 6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm and 9:00pm before returning to Eastwood Valley at around 10:00pm.

The major purpose of this service is to provide easy access to festival goers to attend the 2 day festival and at the same time to ease traffic congestion at the venue.

The festival organizer, Sarawak Tourism Board who is promoting “greening the festival” program is also encouraging festival goers to use this free shuttle service to reach the venue while reducing the carbon foot print. “Festival goers are encouraged to help and put into practice the greening effort as their small but worthy contribution to save the environment” says Dato’ Rashid Khan, CEO, Sarawak Tourism Board.

At the inaugural event last year, the event drew more than 3,000 people over the 2 days of the festival. The 2nd edition of Asia Music Festival this weekend will feature artists from Asian countries namely from India, Philippines, Taiwan, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore.

The festival will also add a DJ gig into this year’s program by featuring Malaysian famous DJ Roundhead who will be playing an array of famous dance music at the post-festival late show on both nights which will last until 2:00am. Festival gates open at 5:00pm both Friday and Saturday.

Other than music, the festival will also incorporate a range of Asian food namely from Korea, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, Philippines, Japan, India, Malaysia and more. The Festival will continue to feature a tattoo exhibition which has attracted more tattoo experts this year from Indonesia and Philippines.

Entry tickets to Asia Music Festival is currently on pre-sale offer at only RM25 for adults and RM10 for children/student (aged 3-18). Visit the website www.asiamusicfestival.net to purchase online. Tickets also available at Visitors Information Centre in Miri ([phone]), Kuching ([phone]) and Sibu ([phone]). Door-sale tickets are priced at RM30 for adults and RM15 for children/students.