AnugeraHitz.sg was an inaugural Malay music award show that’s co-organized by Mediacorp Suria, Ria 89.7FM, Warna 94.2FM and Composers and Authors Society of Singapore (COMPASS). It’s heartening to see lots of our local musicians coming together for this event. It’s the first ever truly 100% Singapore music award show. Appreciating and rewarding the best talents in our Malay music industry.

Themed ‘Rock Nation’, all who came were clad in rock outfits, some were subtle (like me) and some were into it all the way (which is fun to watch). Being invited as friends of media, once again thank you to Suria for this opportunity, I managed to capture the ‘Red Carpet’ event. Though it was a relaxed atmosphere, knowing some of the nominees, there’s always a tinch of nervousness and hope in their hearts that it will be their night.

After being called to be seated at 8pm was a relieved, the excitement builds up as the event nears. It’s was my first media coverage in Mediacorp Theater, therefor I didn’t know ropes that much. Thanks to PujanggaMalam for mentioning that our media passes allows us to move around the theater so we could capture the best pictures. In the end we both ended in front of the stage and it was the best seat in the house (though on the floor but it’s still the best).

Versatile Fauzie Laily and cheerful Ria DJ Fiza O
AnugeraHitz.sg was hosted by the versatile Fauzie Laily and cheerful Ria DJ Fiza O as well as the young and cute Mujahid (MJ). The awards (a little weird looking) were given away by a line up of glamorous people, they were Najib Ali, Art Fazil, Hetty Sarlene, Moliano, Ann Hussein, radio DJs Nity Baizura, Hafeez Glamour, Aura Shai and Tahar Ghaib (TG) as well as mum-to-be Nurul Aini and Mawar Berduri (Ahli Fiqir).

Opening act Roze, Zul Mystroe, Daly Ahli Fiqir and Sleeq
The performers for this event too were a glamorous mix of juniors and seniors in the Malay music industry. The show was opened by by Roze, Zul Mystroe, Daly Ahli Fiqir and Sleeq with their own R&B/Hip-Hop version of Berpindah Minda by LoveHunters. A great opening that hyped up the event nicely.

Yantzen and Hanafie rocked the stage!
Yantzen and Hanafie Warren rocked out the show with their rendition of evergreen hits Rintangan Hidup Dunia and Sampai Bila. Their segment really made me snapped away taking pictures of them due to their energy on stage. That’s how hard rock music can affect you especially if you’re a rocker in your heart (winks).

Sezairi charming performance
Our latest Singapore Idol, Sezairi Sezali making his debut performance on Suria, performing an acoustic version of Art Fazil’s Merindu Kepastian (love this song). It was a charming performance by the man.

Beautiful performance by Eiss & Nana
Powerful voices from Iskandar R. Ismail (Eiss) and Nana performed the ‘Best Song’ category in medley. Using their experience and creativity they brought the songs to a new level, beautifully sang and it was a memorable performance. There was also a tribute segment to Haron Abdul Majid, a great composer and lyricist with evergreen songs like Dalam Kenangan and Dulu Dan Sekarang sung by Elfee R. Ismail.

Taufik Batisah and Hady Mirza singing Kepadanya
The winners of 3 Most Popular Songs category were also given the opportunity to belt it out on stage presenting their songs. The audiences went crazy and were singing along to these popular songs by Taufik Batisah (Nafasku), Didicazli feat Sleeq (Impianku) and Taufik again with Hady Mizra (Kepadanya). Personally love Kepadanya and watching the two Singapore Idols on stage performing.

Rahimah Rahim the Anugerah Primera receiver
In addition, a special award ‘Anugerah Primera’ was given away to an established and recognized individual who have made significant contributions to our music industry. This award was given to Rahimah Rahim. A singer extraordinaire who still has passion in her heart to share her talent till now. In honor of her, Sarah Aqilah (Annugerah 2009 winnder) sang her evergreen hit song, Hati Yang Rapuh. A wonderful performance by Sarah and looking gorgeous too.

Ten award categories were presented and the winners were,
Best New Artiste : Sarah Aqilah
Best New Duo/Group : Revalina
Best Artiste : Taufik Batisah
Best Duo/Group : Sleeq
Best Lyricist : Erza Diorama – Anti-Romatis
Best Composer : Taufik Batisah – Nafasku
Best Song : Angkasa – Hady Mirza
Best Album : Suria Hatiku – Taufik Batisah

Taufik, Hady and Didi winning Most Popular Artistes
The two popular categories were won by (Top 3),
Most Popular Songs :
Nafasku – Taufik Batisah
Impianku – Didicazli feat Sleeq
Kepadanya – Taufik Batisah & Hady Mirza
Most Popular Artistes :
Taufik Batisah
Hady Mirza
Didicazli

Revalina the Best New Duo/Group
Overall, I was entertained and quiet happy with the results as it was rather predictable in some categories but there were surprise winners too which in the end brought a little excitement to the event. Revalina and Erza Diorama were the underdogs in their category but due to their win, there’s a sign of hope that this music industry will not be dominated by just popularity alone but talents as well.

A heartfelt congratulations to the organizers of this event in gathering and appreciating our music makers and lovers. I really hope this event will be around for many years and continue to be upgraded for our talents to have something to aim for, a new focus to bring their work to another level. As all the rockers at heart will say, “Rock Never Die”.

Note: There will be an encore telecast of this award show on Friday, 9 April 2010 at 10.30pm on Suria.

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One of Southeast Asia’s most distinguished performers, Ramli Sarip’s long career has taken him from a singer with the innovative rock band Sweet Charity to a well-respected producer, composer and artist in his own right.

He has a unique stage persona. He is blessed with a voice that seems to rise from the depths of his soul; even when almost perfectly still on stage he exudes a manifest charisma. And his songs speak to a profound and mystical truth and reach across the generations. He is truly one of the greats of modern Malay and world music.

Join Ramli Sarip and a stellar 17-piece band under the direction of Eddie Marzuki, with special guests Andre Goh (10 May) and Azlina Aziz (11 May), and let the music touch your soul.

In support of Muslim Aid Asia.

RAMLI SARIP : THE INSIDE WISDOM
Date: 10th – 11th May 2010, Mon-Tue
Time: 8.30pm – 10.30pm
Venue: Dewan Filharmonik Petronas
Tickets: RM180, RM150, RM120, RM80
Online bookings: DFP Tickets
Facebook page: Ramli Sarip : The Inside Wisdom

Contacts: Gareth 012 225 1179 | Nurshah 013 809 5640 | Juria 013 263 3938

Witness HISTORY IN THE MAKING as Ungu performs LIVE for the biggest audience to date in Singapore! The band is playing its first major venue in Singapore, and they promise a deluxe songlist to make this concert one you shouldn’t miss!

Up and coming chart topping band Tujuh will start up the fun, and Singapore and Asian Idol Hady Mirza will drop in for a very special performance with Ungu.

UNGU MEGA CONCERT SINGAPORE 2010
Date: 24 April 2010, Saturday
Time: 8pm-11pm
Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Tickets (Exclude Booking Fee): S$138 (VIP), S$88, S$78, S$58, S$38
Online Bookings: Sistic Website
Facebook Page: Ungu Mega Concert 2010
Event Organizer: MVP

Be prepared for a special night of Ungu’s biggest hits, performed for its most loving fans, in an electrical atmosphere guaranteed to make you fall in love with Ungu all over again. The magic awaits!

Concert Kunia Cinta Sirrfillsirr : Gift Of Love
Date: 24th April 2010, Saturday
Time: 8pm – 10pm (7.30pm doors open)
Venue: The POD, National Library
Tickets: Free

Performance by Isa Kamari, T:zi and Mohd Khair Mohd Yasin.
Musicians involved Moxy, Khair Addin, Qamar Baba, Kerul Mat Nawi and D:do.

CD’s and books available for sale on day of event. See you there!

Hitz.sg is a three part television program, showcasing the finalist of anugeraHitz.sg. They are the creme of the crop in our local Malay music industry in Singapore, with the diversity in genres of music being shown this is not a program to be missed. Boasting a fresh concept of having a mosh pit with a good looking stage set as well as a marquee rolling out the performers name made it look like an MTV production but this is our own Eaglevision at work. Kudos to them for producing this program.

Staying true to the tradition of iZone.sg, it’s the all about the buzz meaning I’ll give you guys enough to let you feel you need to be home and catch Hitz.sg every episode on Suria *smiles*. The three episodes will be aired every Saturday staring from the 13th March till 27th March 2010, 8.30pm only on Mediacorp Suria channel.

This program will be hosted by Fauzie Laily and Fiza O also keep a look out for a cute interviewer named MJ! *Hot seat bersama artis!*

Hitz.sg: Episode 1
Saturday, 13 March 2010, 8.30pm on Suria

Artistes involved: Maiya Rahman, Sharil Bahri, The Sallys, Hyrul Anuar, Verbalize Flo, Zaibaktian, Sarah Aqilah

Hitz.sg: Episode 2
Saturday, 20 March 2010, 8.30pm on Suria

Artistes involved: Sleeq, Rancour, Diorama, Sound Salvation, Revalina

Hitz.sg: Episode 3
Saturday, 27 March 2010, 8.30pm on Suria

Artistes involved: Syed Azmir, Aqmal N, Didi Cazli, Hady Mirza, Imran Ajmain, Taufik Batisah, Shahridzuan

Have you vote for your most popular artiste yet? If you have not and wondering how to go about voting for them, click on this link ‘How To Vote’. The 10 popular artistes that you can vote for and they are Didi Cazli, Fauzie Laily, Hady Mirza, Hyrul Anuar, Konspirazy, Kraton, Sarah Aqilah, Sleeq, Syed Azmir and Taufik Batisah.

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