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Cantopop star Alan Tam returns to Malaysia o Relive timeless classics on Nov 29 at Axiata Arena Bukit Jalil

C ANTOPOP evergreen artiste Alan Tam is making his return to Malaysia with a spectacular solo concert at the Axiata Arena Bukit Jalil. Nearly nine years since his last solo performance in the country, Tam will once again captivate fans with an extraordinary night of timeless classics and heartfelt nostalgia. Organised by Star Planet, this musical celebration will take place on Nov 29, uniting generations of music lovers to relive some of the most cherished moments in Cantopop. With a career spanning more than 45 years, Tam has released over 130 albums and delivered countless all-time classics that shaped the landscape of Cantopop. From romantic ballads such as Love in Autumn , Love Trap , Flower in the Water , Friend , Illusion to unforgettable anthems such as Love of a Lifetime and Can’t Say Goodbye , Tam’s signature style has become the soundtrack of multiple generations. Since the tour kicked off in 2023, the tour has taken Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Australia and cities across mainland China by storm. Each stop has been met with overwhelming support, sold-out arenas and moving moments of mass sing-alongs, as familiar melodies stirred deep emotions and evoked treasured memories of youth. Now, this tour finally arrives in Kuala Lumpur – a city with a long and special bond with Tam. With a carefully curated setlist packed with hits, fans can look forward to reliving cherished moments and rekindling the emotions that only his music can evoke. Throughout his illustrious career, Tam has always upheld the philosophy of “growing together with fans”. His sincerity, humility and unwavering passion for music have made him more than just an idol – he is a lasting cultural symbol and a musical companion through life’s journeys. This will not be just another concert, but a moving chapter of music history brought to life. When the first notes resound, the voices and memories that shaped entire generations will once again echo in our hearts – a performance that promises to be one of Malaysia’s most anticipated shows of 2025.

CHEVON, Japan’s rising rock trio, ignites a new chapter with its explosive single Ruten . As a lead-up to its nationwide joint-band tour Yoshinani National Edition, the track distils the Buddhist concept of Shogyo Mujou (impermanence) into a visceral, modern rock experience. Ruten is Chevon at its most daring yet – weaving nostalgic melodies and distinctly Japanese textures with sharp riffs and explosive rock energy, turning impermanence into a sound that feels timeless and unmistakably now. Since their 2021 debut, Chevon has climbed at breakneck speed. It launched with a year-long monthly release project, sold out its very first one-man show in Sapporo, and stormed major festivals, including Join Alive and Arabaki Rock Fest. The group’s momentum carried into 2023 with the two-man tour Kaiju, which sold out instantly, alongside the breakout success of Knock Boots , their first TV drama tie-in. The following year, its debut full-length album Chevon sets the stage for the Meimei tour – 13 shows, every one sold out, capped by a career-defining finale at Zepp Shinjuku. In 2025, its Zepp tour Dua Rhythm repeated the feat, closing with its largest headline show to date at Zepp Haneda. This autumn, Chevon takes things further with Yoshinani National Edition, sharing stages with heavyweights such as Unison Square Garden, Frederic, The Oral Cigarettes, Keina Suda and Indigo La End, before closing the run with a sold-out one-man show at Zepp Haneda. Standing alongside some of Japan’s most respected names, Chevon are proving it is not just a rising name – it is the future of Japan’s rock scene. For fans across Southeast Asia, where Japanese rock is gaining a devoted following, Ruten is the perfect entry point. It is a song about change, urgency and momentum – the very forces driving Chevon beyond Japan and onto the world stage. Chevon charges forward with Ruten Album artwork.

The concert will take place on Nov 29.

Tam has always upheld the philosophy of ‘growing together with fans’.

The tour has taken Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Australia and cities across mainland China by storm.

One Or Eight releases second instalment of Anthems of Challenge

F R ESH off its VMA appearance, boy group One Or Eight has released Bet Your Life , the second track in its ongoing Anthems of Challenge series. Following the youthful spirit of the first instalment Young & Reckless (Like a Kid) , Bet Your Life embodies the theme Like You – an anthem of determination to believe in one’s potential and keep pushing forward through doubt and uncertainty. Anchored by the symbolic line “You can bet your life”, the track delivers a powerful

“No matter what happens, we will never lose our true selves. We’ll keep challenging, keep moving forward, always with our own identity. “This song carries the strength of unshakable beliefs and an unbreakable spirit. “With lyrics such as ‘you can bet your life’ and the Japanese line (which translates to) ‘a future that will definitely become eight’, we have poured our passion straight into every word. It’s a powerful side of us you

Bet Your Life artwork.

haven’t seen before. “We want to share our life – the life we’re putting everything on the line for – with 1Derz and everyone who listens to Bet Your Life . “If you ever find yourself facing a challenge, we hope this track gives you the energy to push through and keep fighting,” said member Ryota.

message about discarding hesitation and safety nets and forging a future through sheer willpower. The official music video has premiered on One Or Eight’s official YouTube channel. Bet Your Life is all about standing on the edge and taking that all-or-nothing leap.

One Or Eight comprises of five members. – PIC FROM AVEX MUSIC CREATIVE INC