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  • Experience the Future of Anime Music at Animenia 2024

    MusicWerks Studio is thrilled to announce Animenia, a groundbreaking music festival that promises to captivate audiences and push the boundaries of orchestral performances. The event is expected to be an unforgettable and one-of-a-kind musical experience, staged at Tropicana Gardens Mall Convention Centre on the 27th of July 2024.

    The announcement was made by Animenia founder and accomplished Malaysian songwriter & producer Sharon Paul at a press conference and media preview showcase held this morning at the GSC Cinema, Tropicana Gardens Mall.

    The main event will feature a fusion orchestra, blending classical orchestration with contemporary sounds to create a vibrant and dynamic musical experience for anime music lovers. Raja Farouk Live (RFL), a 30-piece orchestra composed of up-and-coming musicians from the local anime, cosplay, and gaming scene, will take centre stage. They will perform an eclectic mix of compositions that seamlessly bridges the divide between traditional and modern instruments, re-imagining the anime and game music we know and love. Raja Farouk Live will feature vocal talents including Afir, Leena, Binyun, Delphine, Kaoru, Kazuki, MinRi, Jeii, Rina-Hime, Zie Aun, Fate Feather, Tato Queen, Yonlynn, and Erul Samah.

    In addition to the orchestral performances, six J-Rock Tamashi bands will perform during the day, including L.E.S.S., Tabako Neko, Grand Endeavour, Za Shinsei, Moshi Hoshi, and Ignight.

    Festival-goers can also participate in various fun activities, such as a Wasabi Challenge presented by Sakae Sushi, a kids cosplay competition, an ACG singing competition, and explore merchandise, arts, and crafts booths from local vendors and creators.

    “We are excited to bring this innovative and exhilarating music format to this community,” expressed Paul, who is also the owner of MusicWerks Studio, the organisers of the much-heralded festival. “Animenia represents the future of anime music, where diverse genres and styles come together to create something truly unique and inspiring. We believe these performances will leave a lasting impression on all who attend,” she added.

    One of the highlights of the music festival is the innovative arrangements in their musical presentations. Audiences can experience re-imagined classics alongside brand new compositions, all performed with a fusion twist that highlights the versatility and creativity of the orchestra, including the use of traditional instruments such as the Er-Hu and Gu-Zheng in an orchestral ensemble.

    The festival also focuses on empowering local musicians, boasting a lineup of talented homegrown musicians within the anime, cosplay, and gaming community, bringing together a wealth of experience and passion for musical experimentation.

    The event will incorporate state-of-the-art production in order to feature crisp, clear sound and exciting lighting design, enhancing the overall experience and immersing the audience with the performances.

    The music festival will also see Sharon Paul joining the orchestra for an unforgettable collaboration.

    The well-attended press conference was followed by a preview showcase by well-known anisong singers MinRi, Rina-Hime and Tato Queen, performing Akuma No Ko from Attack of the Titans and Gunjou, a song inspired by Tsubasa Yamaguchi’s manga Blue Period.

    Also performing during the preview showcase was Malaysian JRock band Za Shinsei, who performed Nandemonaiya from the anime Kimi no Na Wa and Pretender, a hit song by Japanese pop rock band Official Hige Dandism.

    The event details are as follows:

    • Date: 27th July 2024 (Sat urday)
    • Time: 10.00AM – 10.00PM
    • Venue: Tropicana Gardens Mall Convention Centre, Petaling Jaya
    • Tickets: RM98.00 per entry
    • Tickets are available for purchase at https://forms.gle/pqWxAxEzTWaNh5i39 .

    Music fans are  encouraged  to secure their seats early before tickets run out.

    Animenia is organised by MusicWerks Studio and co-organised by The Magic Rain. It is supported by MyCreative Ventures and the Ministry of Communications.

  • Animenia 2024

    With the launch of her most ambitious, vivid, and vibrant musical composition to date, Animenia 2024, renowned award-winning Malaysian composer and producer Sharon Paul is stepping outside of her comfort zone.

    This was revealed to esteemed members of the media during a well-attended press conference which was held at the Concourse in Sungei Wang Plaza in Kuala Lumpur, this morning.

    With the trust and significant funding by MyCreative Ventures, and the complete support by the Ministry of Communications & Digital, ANIMENIA 2024, is set to be staged at Jio Space in Petaling Jaya on 3rd & 4th February 2024.

    Founded by award winning Malaysian composer and producer Sharon Paul, and with technical input from industry heavyweight Jennifer Thompson, the anime-themed orchestral concert and cosplay gathering is expected to be one of the most notable events of 2024.

    Among the featured artistes that will grace the stage at ANIMENIA 2024 include Rina Hime, Asmidar, Riko SOG, Ariel Fesol and Nuim Mubarrak. Also to be featured will be professional prop maker and renowned cosplayer Abudora.

    Animenia 2024 which focuses on fusing together music and the Cosplay community while celebrating anime from around the world, will feature a 48-piece ensemble consisting of an orchestra, 4 traditional music instruments, choir by Elcoro Ensemble and a backing band, along with the Malaysian artistes. Animenia 2024 with its attractive themes and innovative ideas, will have activities for the whole family, from ages 9 onwards. More than 3,000 anime and music fans are expected to attend the festival over the two-day period.

    Animenia 2024 will be spread over 2 days and will also see a variety of activities including an ACG exhibition & bazaar featuring cosplay products and  food, various competitions that include costume, cosplay skits, dance, anisong and Mobile Legends, and will end with a tea dance featuring several prominent DJs.

    Sharon Paul who is the owner of Musicwerks Studio and Werkit Records will also be Animenia 2024’s musical director. She is a Berklee graduate and has vast experience writing for television, animation, films and songs. Her vision for the company is to create good music, influence and educate the next generation to achieve their aspirations.

    Acting as stage and technical producer for Animenia 2024 will be Jennifer Thompson, better known in the industry as “Kak Jen”. She has been in music scene for more than 30 years, and was the General Manager for Persatuan Akademi Industri Music Malaysia (AIM) for 15 years. She also produced “Anugerah Bintang Popular” (the Malaysian “People’s Choice Award”) for 9 years. Using her knowledge and her experience of the music scene, she will be overseeing the entire technical production for the concert.

    Conducting the orchestra is MK Ridzuan, a renowned musician in a symphony orchestra, mainly as an oboist.  MK Ridzuan ventured into traditional music as a flute, serunai and gendang player. His debut performance as a traditional musician was in Middlesex and Cambridge, in the United Kingdom, performing Mak Yong and Ghazal songs.

    Animenia 2024 will be project managed by 10-year film industry veteran Aishah who has been with Primeworks Studios for 9 years. Besides content creation and producing, she has also been involved in the biggest TV station programs including Anugerah Juara Lagu, Anugerah Skrin, Anugerah Bintang Popular and the Lazada Concert. She also coordinated with Royal Protocol Malaysia for the 8th Asean Textiles Symposium, together with the Raja Permaisuri Agung and recently became the Project Manager for the SOG’s Reimaginasi concert.

    Also supporting Animenia 2024 with his knowledge and experience will be Abdullah Othman, better known as Abudora. He has been making props not just for cosplay, but various other fields such as event roadshows, corporate branding and films. He also appeared as one of the judges in the iFlix’s 2019 TV show, Cosplay Heroes.

    Animenia 2024 will be hosted by renowned Malaysian cosplayer, J-Rock enthusiast and vocalist Hsachiko (read as Sa-Chi-ko).

    Tickets for Anime 2024 can be purchased at: ticket2u.com.my