Official Media Release: Planet EUPE Music Fest Provides To-And-Fro Free Shuttle Bus Service From Penang

Official Media Release: Planet EUPE Music Fest Provides To-And-Fro Free Shuttle Bus Service From Penang

KUALA LUMPUR, 29^th January 2014 - The Planet EUPE Music Fest is coming to Kedah this March! It would be the start of putting Kedah on the map as one of Malaysia’s major event destinations! The must fest organizer, Eupe Corporation Berhad Managing Director, Dato’ Beh Huck Lee, said the event was a major effort by the company to kick-start recognition of Kedah as a venue for world-class entertainment and cultural acts.

In a first for northern Malaysia, the music fest on March 1 has attracted some of Asia’s and Malaysia’s biggest and best acts. These include Mandopop superstar Wang Lee Hom, Malaysian singer-songwriter Yuna, popular South Korean K-Pop boy band, U-KISS and Taiwanese electro-pop sensation, Jeannie Hsieh. It also includes a line-up of other exciting local acts, as well as the Malaysian finals of the 2014 Hip Hop International Dance Championship. So, we can expect the show to be a musical sensation with spectacular dancing excitement!

Dato’ Beh said the main objective of the concert was to thank the people of Kedah for their support of the company - one of the largest township developers in northern Malaysia - for the past 27 years.

“In the process we want people everywhere to know that one of the country’s fastest-growing areas is capable of attracting and hosting world-class talent,” Dato’ Beh said. “Kedah has been traditionally bypassed by international acts and events. We want to help change that. As Kedah continues to grow, the demand for major events to come to the region will also increase. So we see ourselves as starting the long-overdue process of putting Kedah on the map from a major event perspective.” he added.

The Planet EUPE Music Fest will be held on at Eupe’s Carnivall Water Park, located within the Cinta Sayang Resort in Sungai Petani, Kedah. Tickets are priced in four bands - RM90, RM190, RM290 and RM390 - and are available via TicketCharge (www.ticketcharge.com.my) and its authorised outlets.

They also can be purchased in person at the Cinta Sayang Resort and the office of Eupe Corporation Berhad. To-and-fro free shuttle bus service will be provided from several stops in Penang to the fest venue, Cinta Sayang Resort, Sungai Petani, Kedah. More information on free shuttle bus service will be announced on its event page at www.facebook.com/PlanetEUPE

For more information about the Planet EUPE Music Fest, contact TicketCharge at +603- 9222 8811 for the Klang Valley or +604-645 9811 for the northern region or visit www.PlanetEUPE.com and www.facebook.com/PlanetEUPE.

For more information on the Hip Hop International 2014 auditions and locations, visit www.facebook.com/HHIMalaysia

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‘RAIN’ SET TO BLAZE THE STAGE AT TWIN TOWERS @LIVE 2014! (28-29th March 2014)

‘RAIN’ SET TO BLAZE THE STAGE AT TWIN TOWERS @LIVE 2014! (28-29th March 2014)

Date: 28^th-29^th March 2014

Venue: Plaza Petronas, KLCC

KUALA LUMPUR, 29 Jan 2014 – Still remember the my coverage posts on Twin Towers @Live 2012 and Twin Towers @Live 2013? This grand event of the year is coming back again this March and the first line-up has been revealed! So, who is the first line-up? You will definitely be amazed by him!

Yup. It’s one of the biggest Kpop star of all time,“Rain”! Thus, local K-pop fans will have plenty of reasons to rock up to Plaza PETRONAS, KLCC as RAIN makes a triumphant return to the live music scene. The Korean superstar is the first of a series of artists to be announced for the annual extravaganza.

He will be performing on Saturday, 29 March 2014, the second night of the two-night Twin Towers @Live 2014 concert. Rain represents the next in a long line of Korean icons to have made an appearance at the concert, after Girls’ Generation, 2NE1, Wonder Girls and U-KISS.

Twin Towers @Live has made a name for itself in the Malaysian calendar of events for bringing in artistes sure to suit everyone’s beat, from rock (Hoobastank and Orianthi) and R&B/dance (Kelis) to house (DJ Tatsuro and DJ Face). Head turning performances by Demi Lovato and Backstreet Boys last year remains fresh in the minds of the attendees.

Rain, otherwise known as Jung Ji-Hoon, is one of many responsible for heralding the Hallyu Wave that has swept the globe. Stepping foot into the music industry with debut album “Bad Guy”, his slick dance moves and smouldering good looks quickly won fans over in his native country.

But it was not until his lead role in KBS drama “Full House” that his talents found an international audience. Since then, this prolific star has dropped four studio albums, featured in four television series and conquered Hollywood with two films.

After a two-year hiatus that saw him enlist in compulsory military service, Rain showed he has not lost his edge with the release of “Rain Effect” earlier this year. He is expected to play the double lead singles "30 Sexy" and "La Song", along with a combination of newer material and greatest hits.

Plaza PETRONAS, KLCC will prove to be the perfect setting for Rain's comeback, having played host to a bevy of world-class events the likes of the national New Year’s countdown celebration and Earth Hour. Its landmark attraction, the PETRONAS Twin Towers, is a constant magnet for millions of admirers.

Visit the social media below and stay tuned for more amazing line-up for the Twin Towers @Live 2014.

https://www.facebook.com/ TwinTowersAlive

https://twitter.com/ TT_Alive

http://instagram.com/ TwinTowersAlive

Twin Towers @Live 2014 is a FREE concert and open to all members of the public. Its Presenting Partners are PETRONAS Primax and PETRONAS Syntium.

Plus, Twin Towers @Live 2014 is organised and managed by Live At Work Sdn Bhd.

Hank 叶俊亨 + TJ东于哲 Promo Tour @ Tokong Mek, Kelantan (24th January 2014)

Hank 叶俊亨 + TJ东于哲  Promo Tour @ Tokong Mek, Kelantan (24th January 2014)

In conjunction with the release of their latest albums, Hank 叶俊亨 & TJ东于哲 will be bringing their albums “Hank In There” and “第三个心愿” respectively to meet and greet the fans in Kelantan. It will be a singing and autograph sessions with them. So, take note, their fans in Kelantan! Don’t miss the opportunity to meet your favourite singers!

Date: 24^th January 2014

Time: 8pm

Venue:   DEWAN TIN HING KONG MEK, Kampung Cina, Jalan PCB, Kota Bharu

For more info, please visit:

https://www.facebook.com/S100entertainment

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Ntv7 Spring Chorus Promo Tour Last Stop @ Leisure Mall, KL + Klang Parade, Selangor (25th January 2014)

Ntv7 Spring Chorus Promo Tour Last Stop @ Leisure Mall, KL + Klang Parade, Selangor

Spring Chorus
Premiering on 31^st January

Of music, love and family ties

In this upcoming Chinese New Year, ntv7’s Chinese New Year telemovie took the opportunity to produce a heartwarming and compelling storyline for the viewers with a mixture of comedy and romance. This upcoming movie hopes to bring the strong element of emotion to the screen by revolving around Music and its power for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.

Spring Chorus Promo Tour Last Stop Details:

25th January 2014

Time + Venue : 2.00pm @ Leisure Mall, KL

Time + Venue : 8.00pm @ Klang Parade, Selangor

The two-hour telemovie entitled “Spring Chorus” will premiere on the Home of Feel Good, ntv7 (Channel 107) come 31^st January, the first day of the Lunar New Year, at 8.30pm.

This blockbuster CNY production will be featuring ntv7’s Top 10 personalities made up of Leslie Chai (Most Popular Actor, Golden Awards 2012), Debbie Goh (Most Popular Actress, Golden Awards 2012), Ong Ai Leng, Kyo Chen, Adrian Tan, Aenie Wong, Jan Chin, Lawrence Wong, Frederick Lee and Karena Teo.

With the success of its previous CNY telemovies including a remarkable win at Golden Awards 2012 for “Best Festive Programme” award, ntv7 promises yet another refreshing production this year. 

Don’t forget to catch “Spring Chorus” on 31^st January at 8.30pm on ntv7 (Channel 107). The show is supported by official radio partner, one FM.  

For more information about the movie, you can check out:
http://www.wljack.com/2014/01/local-entertainment-spring-chorus.html

Eason Chan to hold his first ever concert in Penang! @ Penang International Sports Arena (PISA) (19th April 2014)

Eason Chan to hold his first ever concert in Penang!

The Hong Kong megastar, Eason Chan will be in Penang to hold his highly-acclaimed

“EASON’S LIFE” concert come April this year.

EASON’S LIFE in Penang  (陈奕迅EASON’S LIFE 演唱会－槟城站)

Date: 19 April 2014, Saturday

Time: 8pm

Venue: Penang International Sports Arena (PISA)

Ticket Prices: RM488, RM388, RM288, RM188 and RM98

(Excludes RM3.00 Processing Fee)

TicketCharge Hotline: (03) 9222 8811 or logon to www.ticketcharge.com.my

Ticket Launch: 22 January 2014, 10am

Penang, 19th January 2014 – One of the most prominent male singers in the post-1997 era of Hong Kong music industry, Eason Chan will finally come to Penang for his “EASON’S LIFE” concert. Anyway, Eason is definitely someone whom I supposed all Cantopop fans are familiar with. He is the one praised by Time magazine as a forerunner of the next generation of Cantopop and is considered as Hong Kong's third "god of song" after Sam Hui and Jacky Cheung. He was also crowned “King of Asian Pop” by Time Out Hong Kong in 2012. He is also the first Asian singer to perform on the stage of the world-renowned London’s O2 Arena.

This time, he’s back with a new concept concert tour, 《EASON’S LIFE in Penang》and it will take place on Saturday, 19th April 2014, 8pm at Penang International Sports Arena (PISA). 《EASON’S LIFE in Penang 》will be Eason’s first ever concert performance in Penang and out of Kuala Lumpur.

Coverage: “一路有你” The Journey, Astro CNY Movie Media Premiere & Press Conference

“一路有你” The Journey, Astro CNY Movie Media Premiere and Press Conference

Our team (loong-updates.blogspot.com) and our chief editor WLJack (wljack.com) have been given the opportunity to attend the media premiere and press conference of Astro CNY Movie, “一路有你” “The Journey”. It was a pleasant morning for us because we have the chance to enjoy a movie which is filled with beautiful scenery and heartwarming moments. The review for the movie will be up soon, hope you guys can stay tuned.

Currently, let us share with you more about this upcoming CNY movie and some highlights during the press conference!

“The Journey一路有你” is director CHIU Keng Guan's third Astro CNY movie after his phenomenal success of Woohoo! (2010) and Great Day (2011). "The Journey" is set to be released in cinema on 30^th January 2014, marking the completion of his Astro CNY trilogy films. 

This movie is presented by Astro Shaw and produced by Woohoo Pictures. It is a cross-continental story that involves the discovery of Chinese culture, not just as a tradition but as an expression of love and deeper meanings behind it.

Instead of casting prominent Astro celebrities and MyFM DJ as the main characters, the movie this time starred amateur actors such as 74-year old retiree Frankie Lee Sai Peng, Australian stage actor Ben Andrew Pfeiffer, winner of Miss Astro Chinese International Pageant 2007, Joanne Yew Hong Im, as well as the average men of the streets- kids and senior citizens which have little or no acting experience. This has added more realism into the movie as compared to the previous two movies. The characters inside feel like us inside the movie! In fact, they are us!

“The Journey” project is a very bold approach by Astro. Besides the cast members and the filming crews, Astro has also invited the public to be part of the film in more than one ways. One of the significant achievements in this movie is the creation of a 90 feet hot air balloon which was made of over 10,000 recycled plastic bags contributed by the people of all walks of life from the country.

The movie was shot in 40 days over a period of four months and it was filmed around many outdoor locations across Cameron Highlands, Ipoh, Penang, Kedah, Malacca and Johor. Many unique local Chinese cultures and lifestyles such as Astro CNY Countdown gala, “Pai Ti Kong” at the Clan Jetty, Penang and the Chingay Parade in Johor Bharu were all portrayed inside this film.

The Cast members are determined in acting despite being the first time on set!

This is the first time for a few of the cast members to actually take part in acting. Despite being new in this field, all of the casts have been very serious is playing their parts. Their efforts can be evidenced by the touching scenes which are well-delivered due to their realistic and convincing acting after many NG attempts. Director CHIU has admitted that he is very touched by the casts’ determination and efforts. 

Uncle Frankie’s experience in this film!
There is a scene whereby he has to be held high above the sky as he was attached to the hot air balloon. This was a challenge for Uncle Frankie and he admitted that he was very scared during that moment. However, he was very satisfied after watching the premiere of the movie, stating that the effect was actually quite good. 

Joanne Yew on-screen partner with Ben Andrew Pfeiffer! Did she fall for him in reality?

She admitted that she likes Ben very much, but like as a friend. She admires him because he shared some of his stage acting experience with her and she also likes his blue eyes. On further questioning regarding her career in acting, she jokingly said that it will depend on whether director Chiu wants to have a sequel for “The journey” and cast her again.

 “The Journey” - best foreign movie during Taoyuan Film Festival!

Recently in October 2013, “The Journey” was voted as the best foreign movie amongst 61 films from 25 countries. This achievement has given more confidence for director CHIU. He hopes that the box office sales for the movie in Malaysia will be as good as the previous two films.

Red Carpet and Gala Premiere For The Journey!

The red carpet and gala premiere for The Journey will be slated at 8pm on 18^th January 2014, with a talk show featuring the director and the main casts, which will be shown LIVE from Paradigm Mall via Astro AEC (Ch 301) and Astro Wah Lai Toi (Ch 311). Concurrently, the movie will also be premiered in 11 cinemas nationwide for 100 lucky audiences at each location. So do take note!

For more details on the movie “The Journey一路有你”, please visit:

www.thejourney.my

The full review and summarized review of the film will be updated in wljack.com and loong-updates.blogspot.com soon. Thanks! 

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2013/2014 LEESSANG 1ST ASIA SHOWCASE IN MALAYSIA @ Kenanga Wholesale City, Kuala Lumpur (11th January 2014)

2013/2014 LEESSANG 1ST ASIA SHOWCASE IN MALAYSIA

Date: 11^th Jan 2014

Time: 7.00pm onwards

Venue: Kenanga Wholesale City

Organizers: Pop Culture Live!, CJ E&M, Leessang Company

Leessang is coming over to Malaysia very soon! Aren’t you excited?

Anyway, this is Leessang first ever showcase in Asia, starting with Singapore on 30^th November 2013 and finally ending in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia as their last stop on 11st January 2014 at Kenanga Wholesale City!

Meet Super Junior At The 1st Kyochon Restaurant In Malaysia (10th January 2014)

Meet Super Junior At The 1st Kyochon Restaurant In Malaysia (10th January 2014)

Date: 10^th January 2014 (Friday)

Venue:  KyoChon Restaurant, One Utama Shopping Mall (LG 311, Lower Ground Floor)

Event time: Registration starts (for winners) at 6pm.

In conjunction with Grand Opening of KyoChon Restaurant in One Utama, two Super Junior members, KyuHyun and Kangin will be coming over to the outlet to meet-and-greet the lucky fans who won the passes to the autograph session!   

Either way, this is an event not to be missed for Malaysia ELF! Take note!

Meanwhile, the food and services in KyoChon Malaysia seems to be quite nice according to a few comments/reviews by others. You can check out the food too on that day! 

For more info, please visit:
KyoChon Malaysia Facebook Page

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