I’ve just returned from my beloved island from an immensely hardcore party!

But no, I’m not going to write about that just yet.

Instead, I’ll be sharing with you a star-studded and posh night made of all things glamorous.

Just a quickie blog feature though. Enter: Hennessy Artistry Penang and Hennessy Artistry KL!

Ahhhh yes that oh-so-familiar bottle of rich, smooth blend of cognac

My fave blend amongst all Hennessy cocktails.

Unlike the previous one held at Straits Quay Convention Centre, Hennessy threw this party with equal force at the other end of the island instead, at the Subterranean Penang International Conference & Exhibition Centre, or fondly (and conveniently!) known as SPICE Penang.

Again, I looked forward to returning to my quaint yet exciting island for another round of epic parties.

Arriving SPICE Penang for Hennessy Artistry.

As I reached the venue rather late into the night, I missed the earlier performances and only got to watch the two DJs of the night, Andy Murphy and Nicole Chen. But hey, I was cool with that! Electronic dance music has always been my thing. 

DJ Andy Murphy on the decks with his thumping electronica set

I was lucky enough to have a word with him when I spotted him sitting on the couch beside mine at the VIP Zone. What are the odds?

Usually, DJs hangout backstage. But he was also given a table to party and host a bunch of his friends who came.

DJ Andy Murphy and I

Upon posting up this photo on Instagram, an Australian DJ friend of mine told me that Andy is really one of the nicest DJs he has ever met and spoken too. I couldn’t agree more!

Not only was he talented on the turn-tables, Andy was such a sweetheart! So easy-going, friendly and fun to talk to! We managed to strike a decent conversation that night. 

I had a brilliant time raving to his music while catching up with my homies from the island!

Here are some party photos with my Penang buddies and I.

Ivyonne and I

Chris and I

Krystal and I

Alton and I

and a whole lot more whom I didn’t manage to take photos with! 

I think this shows how much everyone was enjoying themselves that night.

The final DJ of the night Nicole Chen

I actually had heaps of fun with her music!

Her set was versatile with much emphasis on Dutch-house, slightly wicked and very progressive.

More party photos anyone? 

Here are some I managed to snap with my KL buddies!

Don / Jessicat / Benjamin

Yuki / Anna / Jessicat

Ash / Jessicat

Dennis / Jessicat

Benjamin / Jessicat / Anna / Bok

The night was a fantastic one; lots of catching up over good music and Hennessy’s signature cocktails.

I personally had a lot of fun for those good few hours with all my partymates and even bumped into old friends. Yup, you tend to get that a lot if you’re from such a warm and cosy island like Penang – where everyone knows everyone LOL

May 25, 2013 | Thank you @HennessyMY for another great #party! I had a great time ❤ #hennessyartistry #penang by imthejessicat on Keek.com

With that being said…

Three cheers to Hennessy for a fun night! Hip hip.. hurrah! 

Moving on to Hennessy Artistry KL!

Though it’s pretty late to post this now but since we’re on the topic of  Hennessy Artistry Penang, I figured that I’m not gonna skip making a quick post about it at the same time. 

Arriving KWC KL with my fave partymates of the night! 

BF & the BFF.

Haha adapting a totally different style than I did for Hennessy Artistry Penang!

As compared to one of elegance in the latter,I was decked out in a more edgy look tonight.

Hosts of the night, Julie Woon and Nadia Heng giving us guests warm welcome!

The line-up of the night was undeniably a stellar, show-stopping one of international recognition.

I could remember not putting my drinks down as I rode high on the waves of all the performances!

The performers of the night were:

Mr. Nasty and GuruGuru

They’re arguably my fave DJs in Malaysia!

Playing a deep, eclectic, bass-jacking and much faster electronica beats like techno, hardstyle, hard trance

and the like, this dynamic duo certainly got me fist-pumping all night.

Beatboxer Koujee takes the stage pumping up the atmosphere with his vocal beats!

The dancers were off the hook as well!

I loved their outfit for the night! So simple yet dark and speaks a volume of attitude.

When Dutch powerhouse Eva Simons took to the stage, the crowd came to a near rapture!

She literally took over control of the night as she belted out her collabo track with Afrojack, ‘Take Over Control’.

We continued dancing and partying hard to Eva when she sang

‘This is Love’ collaborated with Will.I.Am of Black Eyed Peas fame.

Don’t stop the partaaayy!

My party levels shot to an even higher scale when Angger Dimas blasted his two-hour set.

Told you. I love listening to deep, electronica acoustic sounds of DJs of all sorts.

He performed, as usual, a hard and progressive set which nailed it completely!

Progressive trance, electro-house, big room and dubstep permeated the scene that night.

Angger Dimas / Jessicat

Just like the previous Hennessy Artistry parties, I got to grab a quick photo with the DJs that made my night.

Mad respect for you! Such talent and impeccable taste in remixing fresh sounds of original tracks.

Also stole a picture with the boys of B.A.T.E

The night went on and partygoers were seen brimming with energy even in the wee hours of the morning. I was no exception! Angger Dimas’ music kept me going all night.

It was like fuel I was feeding off from. 

Make way for some party photos with my buddies before I head off to bed!

Jessicat / Rob

My boy. No introduction needed 

One drink too many? 

Pammy / Jessicat

Jessicat / Kevin

There were so many other partymates and friends whom I bumped into but didn’t manage to grab a quick photo. Perhaps I was enjoying the music too much by the middle and towards end of the night! 

Once I was on a row, raving to the music and downing shots of Hennessy was all that mattered.

Thank you Hennessy Malaysia, for having me at all your Hennessy Artistry’s since 2009!

It’s a party I’d never want to give a miss 

Check out the other places I have went to such as Zouk and Envy if you want more of my adventures.

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To stay updated on Hennessy Artistry parties, you can:

LIKE Hennessy Malaysia’s Facebook page at: fb.com/HennessyMalaysia

Follow them on Twitter at: twitter.com/HennessyMY

It was yet another wicked night of uplifting and progressive trance anthems setting the mosh-pit on fire.

Despite being a rather wet night, it proved no wet blanket for ravers and EDM party punters to continue storming ahead to Club Neverland for a cosmic blast to kick-off their weekend.

It certainly didn't stop me from making my way there, that's for sure.

Thank you, Wicked Entertainment, for the invitation! 

With my other half, all ready for a great party ahead!

Destination: Club Neverland! 

Upon entering its premises, I spotted pretty cool rave gear being sold by Rave Kandy!

(((STYLESHOT)))

Jessicat wears: Toga top by SUB | Bandage skirt by Forever 21 |

Accessories by Diva | Tote bag by Prada | Peep-toe booties by NOSE

As I arrived rather early, I got to catch the opening acts for the night.

Our very own rising nu-breeds, B.A.T.E (Brains and the Eye) as well as Captain Ed (C.Ed) in action. 

Our opening acts did a great job in turning the temperature up as early as 10pm.

With their booming sounds of disco, techno, big room and electro, they blasted various tracks from the likes of W&W, Hardwell, Zedd and more!

Ethan Curzon of B.A.T.E doing this thing

B.A.T.E and Captain Ed set the mood amazingly well!

More and more people began to fill the dance floor as the night unfolded.

I took a step out for a breather and managed to take some photos with my buddies. 

Us at the entrance, where all the activities and games were ongoing.

We didn't manage to win ourselves anything though… boo!

Kim and I at the entrance 

We went inside and back upstairs at the VIP deck again and grabbed another round of drinks.

With more of my buddies Ryan and Sam! 

Anytime now. Here we are,waiting for Cosmic Gate's set. 

At 1am sharp, it was time to turn our party dial a notch higher.

Our superstars of the night, Cosmic Gate took over the decks in style and rocket-launched us to euphoria.

Say hello to DJ Bossi and Nic Chagall 

The dance floor was packed as ever.

Even upstairs, where I was, was full house! 

These German duos really know how to kick a party into immeasurable levels,

especially when they played 'Be Your Sound'.

The energy was infectious and kept building like there was no tomorrow!

Our World  #39 Top DJ-Producers definitely made sure we had fun 

Pretty sure everyone present would agree!

Jun 8, 2013 | A lil snippet of my fave song 'Be Your Sound' from @realCosmicGate live at #ClubNeverland last night! ❤ by imthejessicat on Keek.com

Nic driving the crowd wild

When their set hit a halfway mark at a little past 2AM, a loud bang was heard followed by a burst of confetti filling the air with streams of shiny paper and colourful bits.  

It was raining with colours and sparkles for a good one minute! 

A thunderous applause and wolf-whistles were heard from the mosh-pit!

The music was not only superb, but the lighting and sound system were flawless! 

I absolutely loved their remix of Above & Beyond's 'Thing Called Love' and Hardwell's 'Spaceman'.

It was brilliant! 

Jun 7, 2013 | Awesome remix by @RealCosmicGate of #Hardwell's 'Spaceman' and Above & Beyond's 'Thing called Love'! ❤ Rave on! by imthejessicat on Keek.com

Fist-pumping all night long!

We left a little before 3AM to avoid the massive lockdown at the carpark.

But as we came out, we saw that here were very efficient RELA cops (for my non-Malaysian readers, these are paramilitary civil volunteer cops!) there to assist with the traffic, ensuring that partygoers were able to leave the premises without much delay. 

Tonight's entertainment was brought to you by Wicked Entertainment and Club Neverland KL.

Thank you for giving us an great  time 

It was progressively hard-hitting, as it was vocally serenading.

I felt like I was taken to different spheres of the universe! Here's a short video I made of the night.  Enjoy!

Track ID: Cosmic Gate – 'Be Your Sound'

Leaving the club at a little before 3AM

I could still feel Cosmic Gate's bass-jacking, heart-stopping tracks on my way back

It was indeed, a night to remember.

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To stay updated on any forthcoming Wicked Nights club series of parties, you can:

LIKE Wicked Entertainment's Facebook page at: fb.com/wickedentertainmentKL

LIKE Club Neverland KL's Facebook page at: fb.com/clubneverland

It could've passed off as a regular Wednesday night for anyone, but no… not when Future Music Festival Asia (FMFA) 2013 is concerned.

Last Wednesday night brought down the house with FMFA 2013's first pre-party, comprising a solid line-up whose music and wicked bass resonated the walls of The Butter Factory, KL!

Brought along the other half to enjoy the night with me

Courtesy of Livescape Asia, I was pleased to be invited to the Future Music Festival 2013's first pre-party of the year; it's never too early to hype yourself up!

Not even a weekday night could stop me from saying heck yeah, let's do this. 

The peeps behind FMFA 2013 even brought down AN21 and Max Vangeli to spin tonight!

When I arrived, what caught my attention wasn't only the booming sounds by DJ Eva T, but it was also the platoon of face-painted partyrockers dancing right in the middle of the dance floor!

They were congregating just beneath the stage to showcase a pretty epic dance-off amongst each other. 

A few of them even beckoned me to join! I totally would have, but as I was carrying my DSLR and few lenses on me, I had to decline. Bummer! 

Wouldn't wanna risk dropping my gadgets or losing them in the crowd, would I?

DJ Eva T – dubbed Malaysia's Electronic Dance Music Queen

Watching her tonight and recalling my previous time watching her spin at Hennessy Artistry Halo, she definitely lived up to her title!

Her set was a brilliant fusion of the finest mash-up of electronic dance tracks coupled with with the upbeat & contemporary sounds of electro house.

Watching them dance with their uniquely-painted faces would certainly make anyone do a double take!

Battling it down with some breakdancing, popping, shuffling, locking and dropping!

My view from the VIP deck upstairs

Despite being on the upper deck, I could already feel the dance floor burning up. Good job, guys!

Cooled myself down with the free-flow of Asahi beer after raving along with them

 *hic*

The next artiste on the line up was none other than fast-rising nu-breeds, B.A.T.E.

Duo Wai Hong & Ethan heating up the dance floor even more!

I've also watched them during the Heineken Progressive Party in Penang and during the final instalment of Hennessy Artistry late last year and I'm loving what I'm hearing so far.

Being relatively new in the DJ scene did not stop them from being a popular favourite already!

Turning up the volume with their set of disco, techno, big room and electro tracks tonight.

The face-painted party rockers took to the stage and boogied something that reminded me of Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' music video.

Don't stop, take it higher!

On the upper deck, the party was just as crazy, if not crazier! 

We were all enjoying the music over the free-flow and finest selection of drinks

Bottles and bottles of Moet & Chandon champagne were being popped at almost every table

Time for the few party photos I snapped with my friends tonight!

With Jo, Konzy and Leng Yein 

Kev and I

Konzy and I (yeah I know my face is red already, the Asian flush LOL)

Leng Yein and I

We were projected on the walls of the party too! 

Escalating the party to the skies were the main acts of the night, duo AN21 and Max Vangeli.

Their big sounds got the party headbanging with influences of progressive house, electro house and tech house beats, among other EDM sub-genres.

It was fun watching the two best friends play LIVE before me! 

You must be wondering… why does AN21 look familiar?

Doesn't he resemble Steve Angello (of Swedish House Mafia) a little?

Well, that's because AN21 is Steve Angello's brother! 

The party went on all night till the wee hours of the morning

It's not everyday you get to watch AN21 and Max Vangeli spin ya'know!

Tonight's pre-party sure as hell got me all fired up for Future Music Festival Asia 2013.

Two days back-to-back of the most epic Asian instalment of an international music festival yet!

Are you going?

I couldn't hear what you just said, but I'm sure it's a YES

I can't wait to relive the party again… last year's Future Music Festival Asia 2012 was a blast. 

Blog post – here

Here's the lowdown on this year's party (Day 2):

WHAT Future Music Festival Asia 2013

WHEN 16th March 2013

WHERE Sepang International Circuit

HOW Pre-sale tickets on sale at AirAsiaRedTix & TicketPro

Day 2 Pass (RM158)  Weekend Pass (RM238) or VIP (RM388)

Day 2 of Future Music Festival Asia 2013 features FOUR massive stages of incredible music acts from all over the world!

Main Stage, Prodigy presents: Warrior Dance Arena, Third Stage and Red Bull Stage.

Here are some of the who's who that will be headlining Day 2 of FMFA 2013.

Will be giving ya'll a brief rundown on their deets, plus some interesting facts about them, so you don't need to go looking each and everyone of them up!

Main Stage

PSY

Yes, THE Psy. This Korean pop sensation needs no introduction.

But for the people who have been living in oblivion, PSY was the mastermind responsible for the globally popular 'Gangnam Style' which went viral in a matter of days!

DJ Fresh – featuring a LIVE set!!

I'm so excited to see him. Totally lovin' his sounds!

The English Drum & Bass and Dubstep DJ-producer was popular for his tracks 'Gold Dust' and 'Hot Right Now'.

httpv://youtu.be/N7OPZOBJZyI

DJ Fresh ft. Rita Ora – Hot Right Now

British Singer-Songwriter Rita Ora – who DJ Fresh featured in the video I

embedded above – will be making her way to FMFA 2013 too! 

House music DJ and production duo the Stafford Brothers

Australian main room & instrumental DJ Timmy Trumpet

He was the first artiste in the world to combine live trumpets and DJing

Glitch-tech and party disco hop DJ-remixer, Sydney-based DJ Tenzin!

Drum & Bass music quartet from England – Rudimental

For indie-rock fans out there, there will be three prominent indie-rock bands from the USA, the UK and Australia for you! Read on…

American indie-rock band – fun

You may have heard their tunes, but do you know how they look like?

Pretty sure you've heard this at least 10 times (LOL) if you follow the American Top 40 charts.

httpv://youtu.be/Sv6dMFF_yts

fun – We Are Young

British indie-rock band – Bloc Party

Australian indie-rock band – Temper Trap

That's all the acts for the time being. More acts to be announced pretty damn soon!

For now, let's move on to the second stage okay? The hardcore line-up got me jaw-dropping in excitement!

Prodigy presents: Warrior Dance Arena

First up, is of course, The Prodigy themselves.

English EDM group, famous in the late 90s, boasts various styles like hardcore techno, industrial music, electronic rock, dance-punk and breakbeat!

American producer – Kill the Noise, well known for his Drum and Bass, Dubstep, Electro and House! 

Drum and Bass, Dubstep and Electro House producer Jon Gooch's dubstep project – Feed Me

Canadian progressive-electronic, death-electro and dubstep duo – Zed's Dead

OHMYGAWD I'm so lucking forward to rave to their music (P/S they're pretty cute too)

Israeli dubstep producer – Borgore (he used to be a death-metal drummer!)

Third Stage

To be announced soon! 

Red Bull Stage

To be announced soon! 

So there you go! Hope you enjoyed reading the information I've compiled.

Writing this got me even more pumped up than I already am for Future Music Festival Asia 2013! I guess I'll be at the Warrior Dance Arena for the most part (after Gangnam Styling with PSY, of course hahahaha!)

But then again, we'll see what the Third Stage and Red Bull Stage has in store for us first, yes?

Future Music Festival Asia 2013 – be there, or be square!

You can stay updated with the latest about FMFA 2013 on their official website, their Facebook page or their Twitter page. See you at the rave!

Adios, amigos! 

If you haven't viewed my previous blogpost about the exceptionally epic Hennessy Artistry Penang 2012, I suggest you do *grins*

Jam-packed with photos and a narration of what happened, it's something you shouldn't EVER miss if you wanna know what went down at the party.

Enough fluff. Read it – here *clickety click*

For the seasoned Hennessy Artistry partygoers, you’ll know what to expect! 

And for first timers, you’re in for a real treat, as Hennessy never disappoints.

Yup. Believe it. Hennessy Artistry is back!

Fresh off the island waves of Penang, Hennessy Artistry is roaring ready to tear up the capital! 

The second instalment of 2012’s Global Art of Mixing Trilogy will be happening on the 8th September2012 on the 15th floor of KWC Kuala Lumpur.

Just a little peek at the interior of KWC KL @ Level 15 before Henessy's total revamp!

(Where is it & how to go there? It is located on Jalan Gelugor & Google maps link is http://goo.gl/wwLw)

This time round, Hennessy is more than prepared to host 3000 guests to a mix of world-class music and the trademark H-Artistry atmosphere!

Also, fellow EDM (electronic dance music) fans will revel in delight at the stellar line up Hennessy has to offer us next weekend.

From the interactive Hennessy 360 Panoramic Cam, to the plethora of drinks served on the night, you better be ready to turn up your party dial to the maximum level! I know I sure will 

What do you think of the line-up this time round?

Personally, I was over the moon when Hennessy revealed their headlining acts for the evening.

Don’t know them? Imma introduce them to you now :

International vocal powerhouse Eva Simons is no stranger to the fans of electronic dance music.

This Dutch songstress is best known for her recent collabo with EDM giant Afrojack in ‘Take Over Control’ that we all hear permeating every dance floor around the world.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Fe4dk0Jtcw

Come on, you've GOT to know this! 

Eva has also rubbed shoulders with LMFAO, Will.I.Am, Kanye West & many others.

Okay, who's next? 

Jakarta’s cult-status Angger Dimas.

The young electro-house DJ has impacted party people beyond the borders of the Indonesian club scene. Due to his deft talents on the turntable, he went international very quickly 

This isn’t his first time in Malaysia, as I’ve personally saw him LIVE & raved to his intense set that,

I swear, has the ability to shoot every raver to the skies 

Okay, next up!!

*drumroll*

Shifting more to the next generation and local hipster scene, are KL’s rising electronic dance nu-breeds B.A.T.E (Brain and the Eye) duo who will be setting the pace of Hennessy Artistry KL 2012 with a mix of big room, disco, techno & electro 

Personally, I haven't heard much of their sets to shower infinite praises on them just yet, but one thing's for sure, if Hennessy picked them to perform at H-Artistry 2012, you know they're made of solid spunk! 

Last but not least is…….

The hard-hitting, edgy and wicked DJ duo aptly named the Bass Agents.

Familiar to many in the hard style, hard trance & hard dance sets, the duo comprising Mr. Nasty & GuruGuru are well-known for firing the energy levels through the roof and pushing way past the overload button 

Vicious, vigorous and very brutal, Mr.Nasty & GuruGuru’s tight basslines will compel you to relentless headbangs.

Are you excited yet? 

Entry is strictly by invitation only.

To score your invites, log on to Hennessy Malaysia's Facebook page to see how.

All I can say is, expect a supersonic bassline and a cosmic night as these artists take us on an energy-driven musical evening with one-night-only collaborations, complete with powerful vocals & lashings on the DJ deck as well as free-flow of the delightful Hennessy VSOP and its signature long drinks.

I’m ready. Let’s do this, party people.

To Hennessy!