2016 Schedule

Interactive: March 11–15  •  Film: March 11–19  •  Music: March 15–20

Presented by: Sounds from the World

Altimet & the Kawan Band

Thursday, March 17
11:30PM - 12:10AM

Russian House
307 E 5th St

Artist-3753

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Altimet and the Kawan Band is a soulful, brilliant marriage of Hip Hop and Malaysian Folk. The band is fronted by Altimet, one of Malaysia’s best loved and eclectic Hip Hop artists, known for his penchant of experimentation and collaboration. Together, Altimet and Kawan (friends, translated from the Malay language) organically melts together traditions of Malaysia’s yesteryear, hints of Ethnic flavor and Hip Hop to deliver an effortless, soulful celebration of music.

This 10 piece ensemble consists of some of Malaysia’s hippest young musicians, directed by Timothy Toh & Rav Singh, ably assisted by a funky horn section, groovy rhythm section and a sexy, face-melting R&B crooner. Despite their young age together as a band, Altimet and the Kawan Band have had the opportunity to headline and showcase overseas.

The ensemble promises a groovy, funky, body moving, head bopping dance party every time they take to the stage.

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Details

Access
Music Badge, Platinum Badge, Music Festival Wristband, Artist Wristband
Genre
Event Type
Showcase
From
Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
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