'GIVE ME' hits all the right notes!

Greetings blogger world, time for some music update!
Ready for a night out? Wanna get that beat going to warm yourself up in the car or at home as you get dressed for the weekend?

Listen to this! https://youtu.be/WgHhdtf7XS8

GIVE ME is the first single from Malaysia's new upcoming jazz-pop princess, USHERA!
Released about 2 months ago, Give Me is definitely a breath of fresh air to the Malaysian music industry. Infused with a mix of pop, jazz and dance influences, GIVE ME is definitely unlike any other (100%) Malaysian-made dance track.
This upbeat song  tells her own failed love story on overcoming heartbreak and moving on.
The song starts off with a classic scenario about meeting someone in a cafe and falling in love but then, took the unexpected turn of being left out in the dark yet ended up with a mighty force of self-motivation and (dare I say) GIRL POWER!

Ushera has been in the underground local music scene for close to 6 years now, performing in music lounges, clubs and a high demand for private events. I speak for thousands when I say that she indeed makes herself noticed whenever she hits the stage. 
Recently nominated for NEWMAN'S Creative Pioneer Awards (music catagory), we are promised for more surprises from this goddess of music in the months to come and her debut single 'Give Me' shouts out that statement loud and clear!

Don't believe me? Check it out yourself...
GIVE ME is now available on iTunes, Google music and the official music video has been released on VEVO and YouTube.

YUNA on PEREZ !

In case you've been out of technology's reach lately and somehow decided to stumble on my blog for some reason then let me update you a little something on one of my (and Malaysia's) favourite rising singer, Yuna.

Yuna did 'ballad-indie' cover version of Nirvana's 'Come As You Are' recently and it sure has gotten a lot of attention from big names on planet Hollywood..and one of then is blogger, gossip God, PEREZ HILTON!

Yes, Perez posted the video up on his blog saying "This is so lovely!

Check out this awesome take on the Nirvana classic Come As You Are by Malaysian singer Yuna! ".

And it sure is a lovely version of the classic indeed. Smells like what? Smells like success yEAH!


To check the video out on Perez's website, here's the LiNk >> http://perezhilton.com/2011-07-06-listen-to-this-smells-like

With Great Comedy, Comes The Grammy!

If your a stand up comedy fan and you love dirty+gay+asian+mom jokes, then most likely your a fan of famouse American born, asian stand up comedian...Margeret Cho.
Margeret released an album sometime last year and to everyone else, it sounded like a joke..but the joke is certainly on us!
The album, 'Cho Dependent', is nominated for the BEST COMEDY ALBUM OF THE YEAR in the upcoming Grammy award!
Well i dont see why it has no potential in winning either. Its seriously a hilarious album!
One of my favourite song on the album would have to be 'Eat Shit And Die'. LOL.
All of her songs are wacky and (somewhat) direct. Its an album for those who are in dying need to listen to in the car or at home and just laugh.

So now that she's got her album nominated, Margeret is in the doubt of what to wear for the red carpet event. in fact, she's even considering on wearing her 'poop' costume she wore on her 'Eat Shit And Die' music video.
You gotta love her :D

Good luck Miss Cho!

Jaclyn Victor was HARD ROCKING!!

The little lady with the power vocal took the stage at Hard Rock, KL and ROOOCKKED IT in conjuction of the PINKTOBER campaign for breast cancer awareness on the 31st of October 2010.

The show began shortly past 11pm and the crowd was all ready for action. Jac came up to me before the show and told me that she was NERVOUSE! What??....Miss Jaclyn Victor nervouse??? strange but true.
Her last showcase was about 2 years ago held at Planet Hollywood.

She opened up her show with 2 numbers off Katy Perry. 'California Girls' and 'Hot and Cold'.
Which to My cousin's delight who was dressed up as Katy Perry! Blue wig and pink dress.

After the 2 songs, I had the privilege of taking off her boots! Yes, Jac performed the whole night through barefoot. hahaha
She explains that the floor was too slippery and gravity can be unfriendly to her at times. (Remember the infamous RTM stage fall?)
And to my treat > I was mentioned in another blog as "a HANDSOME GUY from the audience to take off her boots" !!!
AWWWWW...im flattered <3

Jac continued the show with mostly covers of other popular songs such as Kelly Rowland's 'When Love Takes Over' ( In which i personally suggested her to sing and a job well done indeed!), Glee's 'Dont Stop Believing', Shakira's 'Waka Waka', Lady gaga's 'Poker Face' and 'Just dance', Shontelle's 'Impossible', Guns and Roses' 'Sweet Child Of Mine' and many more.
As for her own songs, jac sang a medly of Senandung Beradu, Gemilang, Satu Harapan, Cepat-cepat and Berjalan Di Bawah Pohon Asmara.

The show lasted a full hour and an hour..is not enough!
No one can get enough of her high pitch pro-ness.

It has been proven before that Jaclyn Victor has talent to be versatile in singing different types of genre and all those present that day held witness that she still carries that criteria in becoming one of Malaysia's singing treasure.

Congrats to Jaclyn Victor on the success of the show and here's to many more!
CHEERS~ XOXO

lets WHIP IT!

Will Smith's daughter, WIllow, is only 9.
Yet, she's dubbed as officially the coolest kid in MY book!
Her single 'Whip My Hair' is not only catchy but her music video is AMA-ZING!
Im expecting numerous awards for this one!

Check out the video here > http://radiobigboy.com/?p=18244

Jaclyn Victor's PiNKTOBER !

The little lady with the power vocal a.k.a Malaysia's first Idol, Jaclyn Victor, will be having her first showcase for the year.

In support of the BREAST CANCER WELFARE ASSOCIATION MALAYSIA, the showcase will be held at the Hard Rock Cafe, KL.

Fans will get a chance to listen to her belt out your favourite songs and even get the chance to great her in person.

Tickets will be sold at RM55 (inclusive of 1 drink)!
Pre-Sale Tickets are Now Available at Hard Rock Cafe

date: 31st OCTOBER 2010
time: 11PM.

You know this is something you dont wanna miss!

Who needs STARBUCKS when we have SETARBAK!

LOL


Found this photo on facebook and i think it's hilarious!
This picture was taken in Beranang. Which is probably around Semenyih, Malaysia.
Whats more funny or creepy about this stall, is it's 'neighbour'!...selling gravestones!
WHATTTT???
Not really convincing anyone to go eh...hahahha
Maybe its for those adventurous types. If anything happens, they have it all plan and ready ;D
~Fear Factor Malaysia~


Anyway...its just for laughs. Enjoy ;)

TIMBALAND a no show?

Yes, it is reported on Twitter by 'JunkOnline' that Mr. Timbaland will not be able to make it for Arthur's day concert here in Malaysia as posted in my previous blog. But officials has yet to announce the reason for he's cancellation.Guess we'll just have to find out when it makes it to the local papers soon.

tsk tsk...

'Decorate' by YUNA!

Known as Malaysia's Norah Jones, Yuna is one of the country's most precious diamond in the music industry.
I had a listen to her 2nd album- 'Decorate' - and i was left in aww.
One word can described this album....Awesomely Beautiful! (okay so its 2 words but thats only because i really think its worth calling it AWESOME!).

'Decorate' consists of 10 tracks.
1. gadis semasa
2. these streets
3. penakut
4. fireworks
5. random awesomeness
6. rocket
7. permission
8. cinta sempurna
9. decorate
10. super something & dan sebenarnye


So im not a professional critic....but here's MY point of view on each track.

-Gadis Semasa-
previously known as 'Lagu Baru' before Yuna had a name for it, I can honestly see this track to be used as one of Grey's Anatomy soundtrack. But only because it reminds me strongly of the kind of music used in the show.
And therefor i wont be surprise one day we'll be hearing this as one of our local drama/movie soundtrack.
Gadis semasa talks about how typical boys always seems to want to find that certain girl who is willing to give him everything, not seeing what he already has infront of him and is just too inlove with himself. A situation both boys and girls have/been/will go through. Therefor its universally an acceptable song..if you understand malay ofcourse ;)

-These Streets-
This track has a more urban indie feel to it. I tend to imagine myself walking down the dark corners of an empty street. But im just explaining the music's FEEL in it.
What it's about? > When a relationship gets complicated due to the emptiness of a dying spark, one can only wonder where its going....
need i say more?

-Penakut-
Another one of my top favourites, 'Penakut' explains the complication of one's intention on another due to uncertain wants. Love is not all easy right? Especially when one does not belong to the other. long story short. The music in this is more simple, sad and direct. And thats all thats needed to make a song so beautiful yet strongly expressive.

-Fireworks-
There's always an up and down. In my book, this is one of those songs i have yet to have a 'liking' to it.
If i have to describe a scenario for this melody, it'll be a group of teens high on drugs in a room while the visions blur in and out spirally out of control. Can you picture it?..Keep in mind this is all only my point of view ya!
what the song is about? > ummmm....... (im too distracted by that image, i can hardly focus on the words).

-Random Awesome-
Back to being sober!
'Random awesome' is just awesome (period)
The melody in this one is just happily breathtaking yet simple. Its talks about falling in love and keeping it in between themselves.
It expresses the beauty and thrill of finding new love perfectly. This is one of those songs that just makes you want to smile quietly.
;)

-Rocket-
If you're a Yuna follower then this track would be all too familiar.
One of the 3 tracks from her previous album, 'Rocket' talks about being appreciative and happy to always have a partner to go through life with.
An easily love-able track, the melody here is so bubbly and fun...you can sense the happiness and love in this one. And Yuna still somehow keeps it simple and pleasing!
Now, all 3 tracks from the previous album had work done on the instrumentals. Here, there's more background vocals and extra instruments.
This track was recorded in LA.

-Permission-
Catchy indie beat.
'Permission' explains how one cope with a break-up. Pretending is all what she's trying to do. To pretend to move on and be happy when in fact, she's upset and empty.
Once love ends, EMPTINESS sets in everything an ex couple shared.
Just a brief explanation about this track.
Come to think of it, this track should just be tittled 'Empty'. :p


-Cinta Sempurna-
aahhhhh....'Cinta sempurna'
Another of my favourite from her previous album. One of the most emotional, heartfelt, sad malay song to date.
'Cinta Sempurna' tells how one is nto able to accept another's love and commitment due to fear of...perfection.
Did i not mention that love is complicated?
Well this song just states that not everything thats perfect ends beautifully.
The 'improvements' made on this track includes the background vocals and added violin instrumentals. classic.

-Decorate-
The MOST disappointing track in the album.
beautiful arrangements, perfect lyrics, clear expressions......what's the problem???
take a listen and tell me in 1 minuet why.
Time time time!It needs MORE.
Its too short for a bloody good song!!!!
I, no..WE, DEMAND a longer version of this!
such a waste of one of the most best track i've heard.
'Decorate' stories how one has been rejected but stays where they are in hopes of the ex 'comeback'. A sad song actually.
Its even more sad for us listeners when we only get 1 minuet of it. :(

-Super Something-
Back to being catchy, 'Super something' is another soundtrack potential song (to my ears) ;)
To me, it pretty much tells how Yuna is dedicating this song to all her friends who made it possibe for her to be what she is now...from nothing, to a super something!
But the beauty of this song more relates on how it can also be dedicated to just anyone who's made one very happy.

and finally....

-Dan Sebenarnye-
Yuna's winning song. The one that brought her to the limelight, making her known, and made her the big winner at the recent AIM.
'Dan Sebenarnye' is more of a rebound song (or so thats what she said in a radio interview in LA).
What the story is about?> Being in denial after a break-up. A sense of hope and 'what ifs' still holds on to one's bitter heart.
Unlike the other 2 previous song, 'Dan Sebenarnye' has been improvised in a total different way towards it's feel and emotion.
You can consider it an acoustic version of the song but with added instrumentals and better vocal clarity and performance.
To me, this is a better expression of the song. mellow...

So there you have it peeps...Yuna's DECORATE.
Worth the money to get.
The album will be sold nation wide in AUGUST.
Yuna has proven to herself and everyone else that she's a talented artist.

However, if you've been to her showcase or has been youtubing her performances the you'd noticed that some of the tracks she performed are not in the album...example: coffee.
This is due to its release only in her american album. darn....gotta get my hands on them somehow! When there's a will, there's a way baybeh :D


*So to YUNA, Kuddos on this well produced album!*

MTV World Stage, Malaysia 2010

For the second time, Sunway Lagoon will host this exciting event on the 31st of July 2010.
Unlike last year's line up (Pixie Lott, Boys like girls, The All American Rejects, Hoobastank..etc), this year is however much less in quantity. But, that doesnt make it any less in quality.

Come this years event, Malaysians will get the chance to see Katy Perry, Tokio Hotel, The Wonder girls and Bunkface live baybeh!!!

WOHOOO!

Personally, im most excited to catch Katy Perry and The Wonder Girls live in action!
infact, i recently told myself that if the korean all-girls pop sensation 'Wonder Girls' are making an appearance in my country, I MUST GO. And now, tadaaaa...here they come!


Nobody nobody but chuuuu ;)

And then we have KATY PERRY. Im sure i need not to further explain myself here...its KATY PERRY!!! :D

Bunkface...im not too fimiliar with these local lads but i know they're the 'in' band in Malaysia now and i must give my support to band member, Farhan. My collegemate of same batch. Congrats on them for making it this far. Kuddos.

Now, the most famouse German rock band..Tokio Hotel.
To be frank, im not really a big fan of them (neither am i a fan at all actually).
But whatever, the mission for that nite is to ROCCCKKKK ONNNN! haha.

So yes, i've won myself a pair of 'Bee excess' passes from the main website > worldstage.mtvasia.com

So go ahead and try your luck to get your hands on those passes quick!!!
And if your lucky, we'll meet ;)

HOUSTON, we have a problem!

hmmmmm
the living legend, the voice, the true diva....These were what Ms. Whitney Houston was once known for and labelled.

But that was then..and this is now.

We've all heard about her fans walking away halfway throughout her concert all around the world (even when she performed in Malaysia, half the audience left just 20 minuets through the show..i was there). In London, Whitney even had to apologize to her fans for her awful performance. And just recently, hundreds of fans once again walked out of her concert in Denmark.
sad sad sad.

But this time around, her fail to wow the crowd with her vocal is not what caught the attention of the public...Ms nippy here has finally ballooned up!

yes, she has actually bloated to 175 pounds!!!
whoah.

I remember she once said in an interview that she'll never be fat/overweight/big (which ever you call it) but it seems she spoke way too soon.

Come one Whitney!
Your already losing your voice...do u have to lose your looks as well?

hmmmmmm. But then again, She is only human.
But this human made the biggest mistake of her life.
DRUGS.
And now it looks like its the beginning of an ending :(

Whitney should be the perfect example and warning of what drugs could do to you in the future.

So all you readers, take Whitney as a lesson.
No good can come out of DRUGS and (too much) ALCOHOL!

~YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED~

Ryan Seacrest for Fly.Fm

The rumours were hard to believe but now its true...Ryan Seacrest is the new crew for Malaysia's fastest growing radio station...Fly.Fm!

A delightful surprise indeed.

Starting 1st Jun 2010, Ryan Seacrest will be on air live from Hollywood exclusively for Fly.Fm every working day from 1pm till 4pm.

There's really nothing much for me to talk about other than what u can expect from his show..interviews from hollywoods hottest stars, chart topping music...and the rest, us Malaysian will just have to tune in to see what else Ryan has got to offer.

As from the date this blog is written, Its his second day being a Fly.Fm family member.

Ryan even tweeted saying "big shoutout to everyone listening to my show in Malaysia on @flyfm958! Im reading ur tweets...u guys rock"

Its official now that Fly.Fm is the coolest radio station in Malaysia.

Kuddos to those who made it possible!

time for some COLLEGE HUMOR !

Ya'll know that im a youtube freak right?..well if you dont then NOW you know! :D
yes yes i spent more time on youtube than breathing.

And when im really bored and im in the mood for some random jokes, tadadadaaaaaa....COLLEGE HUMOR TO THE RESCUE!

'COLLEGEHUMOR' (as spelt on youtube) is a channel that provides jokes so random you'd never thought that simple things like spoilers alert or even ninja turtles can be turned into jokes! lol

There's really not much to explain about if you dont check it out yourself.
You'll see what i mean.

Juz something to waste more time on ;)

~Kelly Clarkson live in Malaysia concert review~

She came, she sang, she conquered!
The 'original' American Idol, Kelly Clarkson, paid a visit to her Malaysian fans on the 25th of April 2010..on her Birthday!
And i was lucky enough to be able to catch her live at Stadium Bukit Jalil, KL.

The show started roughly after 7pm with Malaysian Idol, Jaclyn victor and One In A Million winner, Suki as opening acts.
Jaclyn Victor wowed the crowd with her vocal power by performing her first track on her 3rd album, Koleksi Gemilang (a medly combination of 25 malay songs).
Then, Suki hit the stage by perfroming some malay song ( which i dont know the tittle of) ;p

Finally, time has come...Kelly Clarkson came on stage roughly after 8.30pm with her opening song, All I Ever Wanted!
Dressed in her same outfit that she wore in her Australian concert the day before, Kelly decided to go barefoot! And she did this throughout the show.

Her Malaysian fans obviously adored her as they went wild throughout her present on stage and they even sang along beautifully to her songs. 'We' even tried singing happy birthday to her but was interrupted when she started singing another song. Kelly acknowledge our attempt after the song though ;p

Kelly is a fantastic vocalist and performer.
She's real, energetic, fun and you can see that she's very comfortable on stage among her fans and thats what makes me adore her even more!

i must admit that i wasn't really a big Kelly Clarkson fan before, but now after watching her live, im in love with this lady.

The show ended at 10pm and it felt like she just started minutes ago.

If Kelly Clarkson is making her way to a city near you, i'd strongly recommend you to go get your tickets!
















ps: sorry i have no photos of her on stage for i was completely too excited to take pictures when she's performing..lol

She's outta love!

oh no!
Anastacia the singer nicknamed, 'the little lady with the big voice," has filed for divorce from her husband, Wayne Newton, RadarOnline.com is exclusively reporting. Newton, not to be confused with the popular Vegas singer of the same name, was Anastacia's bodyguard before the couple married in April 2007 in Mexico. The couple have no children. Anastacia cites irreconcilable differences, and according to the documents, the couple did have a pre-nup.

Guess Wayne wont be too happy when her song 'im outta love' is played on the radio anymore....
Fingers crossed that Anastacia will find someone better ni her life.
xoxo

1, 2, 3...ZzZzZz

Ok....what do u think about Britney's 3 video?

well here's my opinion:

There's no denying that for a mother of 2 and after all the drama, Ms Spears is HOt HOT HOT!!!! But thats ALL there is in the video!

I mean there is nothing else to watch in the vid other then her body (which probly was her target).

Everything was in black and white, there wasn't much dance moves and the rest was spontaneous and boring.

What they could have done was to atleast add in more colours and lights to make it LESS dull.

And the song clearly is about a threesome so they could have stick it to being 3. There were more then 3 dancers in a scene which to me, was irrelevant to the song at all.

But none the less Britney was clearly showing off her hot bod and sexiness was all what the video is about (which is a good thing).

But still, a lot more could have been done to make it fun, sexy and interesting....

But no matter how dull it was, it's still soooo much better than the pointless "Radar" video..LOL

NE-YO live in MALAYSIA

Yes thats right...the men himself will be here on the 7th of January 2010 at Sunway Lagoon Surf Beach!!!

So those R&B lovers better start saving and go get your tickets ASAP!