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Friday, July 29, 2011
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Pesawat and friends, take off to johobaru
Attention to all gig lovers and supporters of local acts, this coming Saturday, 23rd of July 2011, Pesawat will be performing at CT Cafe City Plaza from 4pm onwards. The first great news is, the entrance is FREE provided that you are 18 years and above. We are sorry kids under 18, but you are not allowed.
Though Pesawat is the taking center stage on that day, there are several other bands that will be performing as special guests. They are Love Me Butch, Monoloque, Statik, The BlueBirds, Gabba Gabba and Pelanggaran Akta Bunyi. We are sure that you are familiar with those bands so come and bring your friends along.
But first, you have to go to Pesawat facebook page: facebook.com/pesawatmusic and register so that they will let you in. The first 200 guests will receive Pesawat's debut album titled "Take Off". (that's the second great news, by the way). So what are you waiting for? Register now! It's FREE!
This is the last gathering before Ramadhan comes. Let's all have fun this coming Saturday :)
Though Pesawat is the taking center stage on that day, there are several other bands that will be performing as special guests. They are Love Me Butch, Monoloque, Statik, The BlueBirds, Gabba Gabba and Pelanggaran Akta Bunyi. We are sure that you are familiar with those bands so come and bring your friends along.
But first, you have to go to Pesawat facebook page: facebook.com/pesawatmusic and register so that they will let you in. The first 200 guests will receive Pesawat's debut album titled "Take Off". (that's the second great news, by the way). So what are you waiting for? Register now! It's FREE!
This is the last gathering before Ramadhan comes. Let's all have fun this coming Saturday :)
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
GEGO 2011: An Experience
Credits to Abdul Hakim Malik
BISMILLAHILRAHMANIRRAHIM.
In the midst of funeral, marking of exam papers and workshops, I‘ll take a moment to jot down my experience being a part of GEGO 2011 | 8th July 2011. A memorable event I would say. Mind you guys that I am writing this as a part of the crew, and also as a chaperone to 12 international school students that we invited to tag along.
Though the event started at 3 in the evening, we came at almost 5. Our car broke down on our way to Bukit Timbalan, and that is another story all together. Our deepest apology to JOHO and all JOHOlovers for not being able to organize the “Belon Acah” event for the Sukan Rakyat slot that evening. But in our redemption, KukuBesi held an awesome talk on photography, sharing his radical ideas and inspiring tips while bands from in and around the state rocked the Grand Staircase at the Open Mic session. P.A.B, Syahir NADI, and a number of talented people were among that list. Crowd started to build around 6p.m when Plague of Happiness took the stage for their acoustic set.
In other parts, Pudipang came from Muar,Johor and set up their booth alongside some influential names such as Bigfoot industries, Ronin and The Keeper, Boomslang with Sempoiboogie, ABSTRAX Jingga and POP MY BERRY. While running around making sure things were running smooth near the Lifestyle booth, I stopped by to check out those awesome graffiti and tags by ABSTRAX Jingga, 84CUBES and the SuperSundayCrew. And we were lucky for our talented art resident TAIB AUR, to grace GEGO 2011 with his inspiring finger painting/mural. He took the liberty to Cako(sketch) lucky visitors on the wall.
This is when one 13 year old Bruneian student of my wife came to me and expressed his awe. SCORE! Talking about students, those kids are mainly from Brunei, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and some locals. GEGO 2011 was the perfect platform to showcase Johor scene to them, no matter if its art scene, extreme sports scene, or even local music scene. It proved that Johorean do have a scene. A student went and approached the longboarders at the Slide demo and were impressed at how well these “abangs” responded to him. Thank you for your pointers BOOMSLANG! At the same time I had to coordinate the parking spaces and skate comp venues, but that was a cinch. Organisasi Papan Selaju organized an awesome skate comp.
With the sun now completely down, we stepped back and took a breather. Then we saw the scale of things. There were A LOT of people. Fixed bikes, skateboarders, longboarders, couples, families, friends, photography enthusiasts, musicians, entrepreneurs and the list goes on. A lil coffee to boost our tired feet, and we start preparing for the BIG EVENT, the concert. While this is happening, DJ Dimas from Bandung spun a few tracks to get the party started up front at the DJ set . The awaited moment came and Statik took the stage for an EPIC opening show. Dewata came up next with a rocking metal set. Their pumping music were causing fans to move and started a MOSH PIT. This is when my students were trapped in the CHAOS. (note: a boy were punched, and another had cracked tooth when and elbow struck him in the face.) For me personally, it was inappropriate. It was a free concert for the public and it was a family show. But chaos and destruction aside, Full Pledge Monkeys set the mood for some punk – rock action, Singapore style. Fynn Jamal came on next and, what else can I say except; JO…HO, JO…HO. Nice one Kak Fynn. its Fynn Jamal’s second time in Bukit Timbalan, and this time she came with her boys and no flu. Everybody stood up straight when it was time to sing Johor anthem. Dato’ Sharir (Johor assemblymen) got on stage to express his gratitude and congrats to JOHO and the youth of Johor for making that night happen, and for striving to restore the glory of Johor art scene. With that notion, Khottal from Melaka rocked the stage for a picture perfect ending to an awesome day at GEGO 2011 | Bukit Timbalan.
For most people, GEGO 2011 ends there, but all that mess and equipment need to be out of the grounds by that night itself. So, tiredness aside, we worked on till all was done. And 84CUBES even stayed all night to finish their doodles.(respect!) We thank you guys, JOHOlovers, art groups, sellers, musicians and crews for making GEGO 2011 a success. And to JOHO, thank you for giving us a chance to be a part of this. With LOVE, TRUST AND RESPECT. Yours sincerely, Hakim Malik of LifeInTechnicolor.
BISMILLAHILRAHMANIRRAHIM.
In the midst of funeral, marking of exam papers and workshops, I‘ll take a moment to jot down my experience being a part of GEGO 2011 | 8th July 2011. A memorable event I would say. Mind you guys that I am writing this as a part of the crew, and also as a chaperone to 12 international school students that we invited to tag along.
Though the event started at 3 in the evening, we came at almost 5. Our car broke down on our way to Bukit Timbalan, and that is another story all together. Our deepest apology to JOHO and all JOHOlovers for not being able to organize the “Belon Acah” event for the Sukan Rakyat slot that evening. But in our redemption, KukuBesi held an awesome talk on photography, sharing his radical ideas and inspiring tips while bands from in and around the state rocked the Grand Staircase at the Open Mic session. P.A.B, Syahir NADI, and a number of talented people were among that list. Crowd started to build around 6p.m when Plague of Happiness took the stage for their acoustic set.
In other parts, Pudipang came from Muar,Johor and set up their booth alongside some influential names such as Bigfoot industries, Ronin and The Keeper, Boomslang with Sempoiboogie, ABSTRAX Jingga and POP MY BERRY. While running around making sure things were running smooth near the Lifestyle booth, I stopped by to check out those awesome graffiti and tags by ABSTRAX Jingga, 84CUBES and the SuperSundayCrew. And we were lucky for our talented art resident TAIB AUR, to grace GEGO 2011 with his inspiring finger painting/mural. He took the liberty to Cako(sketch) lucky visitors on the wall.
This is when one 13 year old Bruneian student of my wife came to me and expressed his awe. SCORE! Talking about students, those kids are mainly from Brunei, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and some locals. GEGO 2011 was the perfect platform to showcase Johor scene to them, no matter if its art scene, extreme sports scene, or even local music scene. It proved that Johorean do have a scene. A student went and approached the longboarders at the Slide demo and were impressed at how well these “abangs” responded to him. Thank you for your pointers BOOMSLANG! At the same time I had to coordinate the parking spaces and skate comp venues, but that was a cinch. Organisasi Papan Selaju organized an awesome skate comp.
With the sun now completely down, we stepped back and took a breather. Then we saw the scale of things. There were A LOT of people. Fixed bikes, skateboarders, longboarders, couples, families, friends, photography enthusiasts, musicians, entrepreneurs and the list goes on. A lil coffee to boost our tired feet, and we start preparing for the BIG EVENT, the concert. While this is happening, DJ Dimas from Bandung spun a few tracks to get the party started up front at the DJ set . The awaited moment came and Statik took the stage for an EPIC opening show. Dewata came up next with a rocking metal set. Their pumping music were causing fans to move and started a MOSH PIT. This is when my students were trapped in the CHAOS. (note: a boy were punched, and another had cracked tooth when and elbow struck him in the face.) For me personally, it was inappropriate. It was a free concert for the public and it was a family show. But chaos and destruction aside, Full Pledge Monkeys set the mood for some punk – rock action, Singapore style. Fynn Jamal came on next and, what else can I say except; JO…HO, JO…HO. Nice one Kak Fynn. its Fynn Jamal’s second time in Bukit Timbalan, and this time she came with her boys and no flu. Everybody stood up straight when it was time to sing Johor anthem. Dato’ Sharir (Johor assemblymen) got on stage to express his gratitude and congrats to JOHO and the youth of Johor for making that night happen, and for striving to restore the glory of Johor art scene. With that notion, Khottal from Melaka rocked the stage for a picture perfect ending to an awesome day at GEGO 2011 | Bukit Timbalan.
For most people, GEGO 2011 ends there, but all that mess and equipment need to be out of the grounds by that night itself. So, tiredness aside, we worked on till all was done. And 84CUBES even stayed all night to finish their doodles.(respect!) We thank you guys, JOHOlovers, art groups, sellers, musicians and crews for making GEGO 2011 a success. And to JOHO, thank you for giving us a chance to be a part of this. With LOVE, TRUST AND RESPECT. Yours sincerely, Hakim Malik of LifeInTechnicolor.
Monday, July 18, 2011
Captured: Car Boot Sales July Edition
JOHO has a new venue for our monthly Car Boot Sales which is Laman Tun Sri Lanang thanks to the support from Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru and Metro Parking. We had our July edition of Car Boot Sales there which took place on 10th July 2011. We would like to thank you to every booters who participated as well as those who came to support us and made the event merrier, despite the weather.
Here are some of the captured moments :)
Here are some of the captured moments :)
Saturday, July 16, 2011
GEGO 2011: The Aftermath
On 8th July 2011, the youths of Johor made history. GEGO 2011: The Next Wave was an event organized by JOHO and sponsored by KFC Holdings Sdn Bhd. It took the city of Johor Bahru by storm.
It is suffice to say that the youths of Johor, for at least one day, had a blast at the event which was held at the majestic location that in itself is the pride of state, Bukit Timbalan, Johor Bahru. GEGO 2011 was an art festival that was in conjunction with 8th JB Arts Festival.
JOHO would like to take this opportunity to say thanks to everyone who involve in making this event a success. Thanks also to those who came to the event and support us. Without you guys, the event would surely faced glitches and hiccups.
Here are some of the pictures taken at GEGO 2011: The Next Wave. More is to come.
p/s: If any of you guys wrote a review about the event, please do email us so we can featured it in this blog. Credits will be given :)
It is suffice to say that the youths of Johor, for at least one day, had a blast at the event which was held at the majestic location that in itself is the pride of state, Bukit Timbalan, Johor Bahru. GEGO 2011 was an art festival that was in conjunction with 8th JB Arts Festival.
JOHO would like to take this opportunity to say thanks to everyone who involve in making this event a success. Thanks also to those who came to the event and support us. Without you guys, the event would surely faced glitches and hiccups.
Here are some of the pictures taken at GEGO 2011: The Next Wave. More is to come.
p/s: If any of you guys wrote a review about the event, please do email us so we can featured it in this blog. Credits will be given :)
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