Let me say this first, I am not that well-versed on indie music scene in KL. But I have been to a couple places to find out just who are doing what in terms of music performance. I found Shanon Shah ^[1], Reza Salleh ^[2], Isaac, Azmyl Yunor ^[3] and heard of Pete Teo ^[4] in my search for some real entertainment.

Usually, these guys play at No Black Tie (behind Istana Hotel, nice place), Laundry at the Curve, and KL Jam Asia. I have been to their performance at NBT as it is close to my office in Bukit Bintang but not the other two. I know that Reza holds a monthly “Moonshine” at Laundry. Moonshine is a platform for local performers to do their thing. I think it is a commendable effort.

To talk about the talent that these musicians have, I mean, really, they are amazing. Fantastic voice and very good command of the respective instruments they play (Shanon-piano, Reza & Isaac – guitar). My favourites are Reza & Shanon. They’re equally good in my opinion. Shanon is a bit playful and has excellent showmanship. He “engaged” with the audience well, said a friend. Satiric and funny. On the other hand, Reza’s a bit shy. His comments are minimal, but relevant. That works too, I guess.

Isaac has is flair of a street musician that sings really well. He is a bit reserved, but goes deep in terms of his songwriting. But because he just sings and not “engaging”, the audience was a bit tired listening after a while. Still, that doesn’t change the fact that he does have a noticeable talent in singing.

I dont particularly like Azmyl’s performance. He is with a band, the Sigarrettes. But I am envious of his passion for what he does. That is exactly what most of us are looking for- passion for something that we’re good at.

There’s more good stuff to listen to, and I look forward to doing that, especially to this ^[5].