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Not one, not two, but three Japanese acts are heading to KL this April!
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CENTRAL MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL is a brand-new music festival from Yokohama, Japan, created to showcase the country's top artistes to a global audience.
Known for bringing together some of the most cutting-edge acts in J-pop, J-rock, and J-hip-hop, CENTRAL aims to deliver the latest and best of Japanese entertainment to international fans.
Now, for the first time ever, it's landing in KL, and the first-ever KL edition is stacked.
Get ready for performances by ATARASHII GAKKO!, Tatsuya Kitani, and Creepy Nuts on 26 April at Zepp Kuala Lumpur.
ATARASHII GAKKO! is a four-member girl group blending J-pop, punk, and hip-hop, known for hits like OTONABLUE, NAINAINAI, and Pineapple Kryptonite
Tatsuya Kitani, a rising star in J-Rock, is best known for anime anthems like Scar from Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, When the Weak Go Marching In, and Rasen, delivering raw emotion and electric energy on stage.
Meanwhile, Creepy Nuts, the legendary rap duo of R-Shitei and DJ Matsunaga, will bring their infectious beats and insane turntable skills with tracks like Bling-Bang-Bang-Born, Kabukicho no Onna, and Niji.
After wowing KL with their concert last June, this high-energy girl group is ready to bring their signature chaos back to the stage.
Tickets for the CENTRAL MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL 2025 in Kuala Lumpur will be available starting at 12pm on 28 February, with free-standing tickets priced at RM398 and seated tickets at RM298
Event details
Date: 26 April
Venue: Zepp Kuala Lumpur
You can get tickets here.
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