Here Are 5 Upcoming Festivals & Concerts in Malaysia That Aren’t Coldplay!

By Tharshini Skovalan  •  13 Sep 2023 in Listicle

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Let’s admit it, we’re starved for entertainment, which is why we should have more than one choice of an ultimate concert experience this year – no offence to Coldplay stans.

As we’ve got roughly a quarter and a month left to go before we kiss 2023 goodbye, JUICE has listed some of the biggest concerts and festivals in Malaysia that you should check out so you can say the year was not a total waste. 

Langkawi Green Music Festival

What’s better than a hip hop and dance music festival? Well, a hip hop and dance music fest on the sunny island of Langkawi, of course!

Featuring heavy hitters Joe Flizzow, Sona One, K – Klique, Alyph, Ariel Nayaka, ChronicleZ and a legion of hot acts who will keep the vibes coming, Langkawi Green Music Festival is not just about showing love to the local hip hop and dance scenes, it’s also about embracing Mother Earth. 

Happening at the Langkawi Marine Park, LGMF promises to be different in that attendees will be encouraged to adopt a greener lifestyle during the 2-day event – for example, by using reusable cups for beverages to reduce wastage. These initiatives are just for fun either, they are to fulfil the festival’s pledge of having a vastly smaller carbon footprint as compared to other mainstream festivals.

There’s also a burgeoning local coffee scene in Langkawi, so look out for the island’s famous artisanal brewers at the F&B areas.

So mark your calendar for 11 and 12 November 2023 and get your shades and beach bod ready! 

Tickets are available now at https://www.ticket2u.com.my

Konsert Senandung Malam – Payung Teduh X Sore

Dust off your dance shoes for jazzy melodies and timeless classics. Konsert Senandung Malam – Payung Teduh x Sore is coming to Megastar Arena Kuala Lumpur on 30 September 2023. With brand-new material from their latest album, be sure to catch Indonesia’s finest live in action.

But that’s not all. Ade Paloh, Awan Garnida, and Bemby Gusti from Sore will also be joining them for the very first time in KL, promising an unforgettable night. So don’t hum and haw. Grab your tickets at https://www.myticketempire.com/payungteduhxsore now.

Kita Lain, Kita Sama Outdoor Concert

Bringing music back to the streets, Kita Lain Kita Sama wants you to come out, grab your air guitar, and rock the open space! The free concert has got a whole bunch of bands lined up, like Anna Chong, Ryota, Azmyl Yunor & Orkes Padu, Bayangan, DayDream, Fazz, and ManHanD. Shoes on, and see you all on September 16 and 17, 2023, from 8 to 11 pm at MRT Pasar Seni (Entrance B). 

For more details on the performers list, click here.

JOJI-Pandemonium-Asia Tour

In need of a delicious cocktail of R&B smoothness, lo-fi chillitude, and trip-hop zing? Joji is coming back to Malaysia! Recently, he dropped the news about his epic ‘Pandemonium’ tour, and guess what? He’s wrapping it up right here in Asia this December. 

Be prepared to lose your voice on 30 November 2023, Merdeka Hall (PWTC) in Kuala Lumpur. Don’t miss out on the chance to sing your heart out to all his bangers, including ‘Glimpse of Us’ and ‘Slow Dancing in the Dark.’ 

Grab your tickets at Live Nation’s official website now.

Borneo’s Biggest Musical Event

Ditch your festival norms and pick up the beat of the future! Get ready for Borneo’s most epic musical experience on 6-7 Oct 2023 at Sarawak Stadium. Featuring international headliners like Taeyang, CL, Suho, and HYO, tickets are hotter than a chili pepper, ranging from RM488 to RM1288; invest, and let’s crash with them!

Get your tickets for the 2-day festival at the official website now.

 

Have we missed out any big music events for this year? Let us know in the comments!