MALAYSIAN music legend Datuk Zainal Abidin has announced a special concert performance at The Bee, Publika this New Year’s Eve (Saturday), at 8pm.
Titlled Zainal Abidin NYE Special, the show will witness his return to an intimate setting that should thrill his die-hard fans and music lovers in general. He will be backed by a band comprising some of Malaysia’s finest musicians and promises to be the perfect kickstart to 2023.
The band is comprised of Mac Chew (keyboards), Lewis Pragasam (drums), Steve Thornton (percussions), Daniel Foong (bass) and Sham Kamikaze (guitars).
“These are literally the best musicians in Malaysia and are sought after globally for their knowledge and expertise.
"(But) these guys, we have all played together for a number of years, some since the beginning of my solo career, and they understood my music like the back of their hands.
"I am grateful that we have the privilege to share a stage again this New Year’s Eve at The Bee to entertain our fans," says Zainal Abidin.
As organiser of Zainal Abidin NYE Special, Rahul Kukreja of RK Live Asia adds, “After a string of successful concerts under our belt this year from both local and international artists, we thought that we could comfortably close the year and start preparing for what’s to come in 2023.
"However, when Zainal voiced his interest to conclude 2022 with a special one-night-only show, we jumped at this opportunity to work with him."
"Zainal is not just a voice of his generation known for his impressive music catalogue, dynamic live shows, awards and various other achievements, but an artist who has truly helped to shape the Malaysian music industry.
"The timeline is definitely tight but as professionals, I have absolute confidence on Zainal and his band of maestros. Together, we promise you not just an entertaining show, but a perfect kickstart to an inspiring and triumphant new year”.
Describing his music and sound, Zainal explains, “It’s a collaborative effort as my band would also share their sentiment on the songs that made the cut, other than our must-haves such as ‘Hijau’. Also, this is when experience comes into play especially the ability to read the room.
"I am not just a singer and performer, I am a musician myself and I feed off the band and audience’s energy, so flexibility is an important factor”.
“This New Year’s Eve show is different mainly because it is an intimate one and it would feel even more personal. I have performed at numerous outdoor new year concerts in front of thousands of screaming fans, and its easier to hide (any) shortfalls.
"However, in a close setting such as this, there is literally no room for mistakes. It’s definitely one for the books. Get your tickets now!," Zainal added.
Tickets can be purchased via pre-booking and guests can also walk-in on event day (available up to a limited number of tickets). General admission tickets are priced starting from RM83, while table packages starts from RM300.
For more information on Zainal Abidin NYE Special and to book your tickets and/or packages, kindly Whatsapp The Bee at +60175654233. – The Vibes, December 28, 2022
