Iskandar Puteri Jazz Festival 2018 @ Puteri Harbour, Johor ( 8 September 2018 )

We are very proud to announce the second edition of Iskandar Puteri Jazz Festival, happening 8 September 2018 in Marina Walk, Puteri Harbour.

Ten acts from around the world will feature in the biggest edition of our city's fledgling jazz festival. This year, the festival has upped the ante on diversity and musical curation to showcase some of the top international acts in classical and experimental jazz. Catch celebrated musicians and pop-up creative and artisanal bazaars when the festival takes place in Iskandar Puteri this September.

This year, the festival has upped the ante on diversity and musical curation to showcase some of the most-respected live performers in classical and experimental jazz. Showcasing a stronger Asian flavour with a focus on regional talent, the second annual Iskandar Puteri Jazz Festival aims to position itself as one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant jazz concerts.

The latest line-up feature a large variety of musical influences. Iranian duo Kayhan Kalhor & Kiya Tabassian are set to bring an unmistakably middle-eastern influence through instruments such as the traditional Iranian setar. Guitarist Robin Banerjee, famed for his work with Amy Winehouse, will present a collaborative performance featuring several longtime musical companions. On the Nusantara front, beloved Singaporean artist Aisyah Aziz will co-headline the festival alongside acclaimed live acts Barry Likumahuwa and Agis Kania from Indonesia.

There will also be curated markets featuring artisanal edibles and sustainably-produced goods courtesy of social enterprise Johor Green, as well as a collectors bazaar from local collective Johor Pickers. Set in the elegant landscape of Marina Walk, the city’s premier waterfront lifestyle and entertainment complex, the second Iskandar Puteri Jazz Festival promises many dining and recreational options for those in town this September.

Inaugurated last year, the Iskandar Puteri Jazz Festival is rapidly growing into a destination for music enthusiasts due to its emphasis on musical excellence and showmanship. Members of the public get an opportunity to catch renowned jazz performers and live singers from around the world at this annual event. Some of 2017’s major draws include Havana Social Club, Michael Pigneguy & The Awakenings Ensemble, and Sound of Siam among many others.

Catch celebrated musicians and pop-up creative and artisanal bazaars when the festival takes place in Iskandar Puteri this September!

FEATURED ACTS

BOULEVARD STAGE
Kayhan Kalhor & Kiya Tabassian (IR)
Ground Passengers (MY)
Agis Kania (IDN)
Ee Jeng Organ Trio
Kirana Kay & Groove Messengers (MY & IDN)
NJWA (MY)

HARBOUR STAGE
The Frankie Sixes (MY)
Azmi Hairudin & Friends (MY & IDN)
Robin Banerjee & Friends (UK & MY)
Aisyah Aziz (SG)
Barry Likumahuwa (IDN)
Orquesta Yambeque (AU)

BAZAARS
Johor Green Market
Johor Collectors Market

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