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Henry Moodie to stage KL concert B RITISH pop star Henry Moodie, who will play Zepp KL on July 16, has released Comedown , an energetic yet Seoul, Hong Kong, Taipei, Bangkok o British artiste releases new single Countdown ahead of first-ever headline Asia tour TikTok in 2022 and 2024, named among Amazon Music’s Artistes to Watch in 2023 and Rolling Stone’s Artistes to Watch ’25.

After completing a songwriting diploma at BIMM music school, Moodie discovered his voice as a solo artiste and songwriter, bringing forth deep emotional vulnerability and sweeping lyrics. Moodie released his debut EP In All of My Lonely Nights in the winter of 2023. He has a combined 645 million streams across tracks including self-penned and produced You Were There for Me , global top 100 hit Drunk Text and the heartfelt Pick Up the Phone , a track that received 350,000

and Tokyo. Tickets for his KL gig start from RM268. Following the Asian dates, Moodie will join Lauren Spencer Smith as the main support on her The Art of Being a Mess tour across the UK and Europe this autumn. With dates including London’s Eventim Apollo, this will be a major milestone for Moodie. At just 21 years

introspective pop anthem that captures the heady thrill of falling in love, laced with the quiet fear that it might not last. Blending organic instrumentation with a euphoric, emotionally charged sound, Moodie reflects on the vulnerability that comes with opening your heart. With his signature heartfelt lyricism and soaring vocals, Comedown offers a powerful snapshot of love’s highs and the insecurities that linger just beneath the surface. Moodie is gearing up for an exciting summer on the road, kicking off with supporting Dean Lewis on the European leg of his tour before heading on his first-ever headline Asia tour this July. The singer-songwriter will bring his heartfelt pop sound to fans across the region, with stops in Kuala Lumpur, (Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen) , has just released a wild new music video that is equal parts celebration, chaos and cutting-edge technology. His latest single Chanchanko Kanreji60 , written for NHK’s programme Minna no Uta (airing June through July), is now streaming worldwide. The accompanying video is also already making waves for all the right – and delightfully bizarre – reasons. Directed by Pikotaro’s creator and comedic alter ego Kosaka Daimaou, the music video was developed in collaboration with artificial intelligence (AI) video creators and powered by generative AI tools, delivering a psychedelic visual experience unlike anything fans have seen before. Within just a few minutes, viewers are treated to the sight of Pikotaro flying majestically through the sky, transforming into a Godzilla-sized version of himself and leading an estimated

streams on its first day alone. Moodie’s Good Old Days tour, held in October and November last year, celebrated the release of his second EP Good Old Days . The tour featured performances across Europe and the UK, including a notable show at London’s Roundhouse on Oct 28 last year.

old, Moodie has already achieved more than 800 million streams worldwide, landed in the Top 10 most viewed UK artistes on

Moodie will play Zepp KL on July 16.

Seo In-guk to meet Malaysian fans on Oct 10

Pikotaro drops bizarre track celebrating 60-year-olds PIKOTARO is back – and more unpredictable than ever. Pikotaro, the global internet sensation behind PPAP

SOUTH Korean singer and actor Seo In-guk is bringing his Heart Cookie Asia Fan Meeting Tour to Kuala Lumpur on Oct 10 at HGH Convention Centre. This marks his return to Malaysia, giving fans the rare chance to meet the star who has made his mark in music and acting. Seo first gained national attention after winning Mnet’s Superstar K in 2009. His debut mini album Calling topped charts and cemented his position as a rising star. He later transitioned into acting, earning acclaim with the 2012 hit drama Reply 1997 , where he starred alongside Jung Eun-ji. This role propelled him into the spotlight and marked the beginning of a successful acting career. Since then, he has appeared in numerous popular dramas, including Master’s Sun (2013),

direction, with Seo praised for his gritty performance. This year, Seo continues to expand his presence in the entertainment industry. In May, he released Couple , a duet with Jung Eun-ji, marking their first musical collaboration in 13 years. He is also set to star in several upcoming dramas, including KBS2’s Twelve and Netflix’s Boyfriend On Demand (working title), where he appears opposite Blackpink’s Jisoo. The latter has already generated major buzz across Asia, with fans anticipating their chemistry and the drama’s mix of romantic comedy and heartfelt storytelling. The Heart Cookie Asia Fan Meeting Tour, announced by his agency Story J Company, is designed to offer a more intimate fan experience. The tour includes live performances, interactive games, surprising moments and personal segments meant to

Pikotaro with people dressed in traditional red chanchanko vests. 50,000 people dressed in traditional red chanchanko vests in a jubilant dance. It is weird, wonderful and unmistakably Pikotaro.

world and our families – Pi!!” Pikotaro said excitedly about the release. This project marks an evolution in Pikotaro’s creative journey – melding traditional Japanese values with 21st century tech. It is a love letter to elders, a digital fever dream and a possible viral hit in the making. In 2016, the video for PPAP was picked up by artistes and global media outlets, including Justin Bieber, CNN and the BBC, sparking a worldwide phenomenon. Pikotaro became the first Japanese artiste in 26 years to enter the US Billboard Hot 100, and the song was recognised by Guinness World Records as the “shortest song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100.” In 2017, he attended the state banquet during US President Donald Trump’s visit to Japan. He was appointed by Tokyo as an official ambassador for promoting sustainable development goals.

High School King of Savvy (2014), Hello Monster (2015), Shopping King Louie (2016), The Smile Has Left Your Eyes (2018), Doom at Your Service (2021), Cafe Minamdang (2022) and the critically acclaimed Death’s Game (2023). In film, Seo

The track and video celebrate kanreki , the traditional Japanese 60th birthday milestone that symbolises the completion of the zodiac cycle and the start of a new life stage. In Japan, it is customary to wear a red chanchanko , a sleeveless padded vest, as a symbol of “being reborn”, returning to one’s infancy in spirit. Chanchanko Kanreji60 reimagines this heartfelt cultural moment through the lens of absurdist humour and high-tech spectacle, bridging generations with laughter and levity. “The new MV for Minna no Uta is finally done – Piko! Kosaka Daimaou did most of the heavy lifting – he is a strong one! We have never used AI this much in a video before, Piko!? Let us celebrate all the 60-year-olds in our lives – with humans, machines, the

connect Seo with his fans affectionately known as “Heartriders”. Seo said that he looks forward to meeting fans in person after a long hiatus and hopes to express his gratitude through heartfelt performances. Tickets for the Kuala Lumpur show go on sale on June 27.

has taken on lead roles in No Breathing (2013), Pipeline (2021) and Project Wolf Hunting (2022), which drew international attention for its bold and intense

Seo has appeared in many K-dramas, including Hello Monster .

Pikotaro is best known for his hit song PPAP (Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen) .