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FEATURES

BEAUTY SEPHORA’S PERFECT HOLIDAY BEAUTY GIFTS

The best beauty stocking stuffers for Christmas

FASHION ALL THAT GLITTERS

Sparkle and shine for the year end

CAREER CHAT THE GOLDFISH & BLINK EXCLUSIVE

Homegrown Malaysian DJs/producers talk shop with Campus Plus

FEATURE PARTY SMART, PARTY SAFE!

Let loose, have fun, and party but consider these dangers

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COVER STORY PARTY LIKE THERE’S NO TOMORROW

Introducing the biggest parties from around the world

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CONTENTS

74 FEATURES

REGULARS

ARTS & CULTURE

NEWS ....................................... 08

SHORT + SWEET FESTIVAL 2013

OFF THE SHELF ........................ 22

More than just singing and dancing

BEAUTY Q&A ........................... 26

HIP HOP NATION

BEAUTY CASE ............................ 27

THE HISTORY OF HIP HOP

RUNWAY REPORT ..................... 32

Taking hip hop from the top till the present day

HIP HOP NATION: HOW TO ....... 52

UNPLUGGED

CAMPUS TALK .......................... 55

HEART-A-TACK

EVENT LISTING ......................... 56

Punk pop performers give their take on the Malaysian music industry

GUYS STUFF .............................. 34

TRAVEL TOKYO DIARIES

DREAM CARS

MUSIC ...................................... 58

THE TELSA ROADSTER

K-POP ....................................... 60

A supercar that satisfies the need for speed while saving the world

Traverse the land of the rising sun

FOOD DIRECTORY MARQUEE

Dining in the pulse of the city

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MOVIES ..................................... 62 WELLNESS ................................ 65 GAMES ...................................... 71

CLUB SCENE THE POOL

There’s a pool party at Kuala Lumpur’s hidden oasis and you’re invited!

WIRED UP ................................. 72 CAMPUS LIFE THE COMIC ......... 78

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t’s finally here, the most wonderful time of the year. For most of you, the important stuff (assignments, exams) are done and over with and school’s finally out! So maybe it’s time to put on your dancing shoes and party like there’s no tomorrow. In this issue, we’ve got six whole pages worth of partying like there’s no tomorrow, featuring some of the biggest music festivals around the world and even within the region. Ever dreamed of someday going to Tomorrowland? Have you wondered what it’d be like to rock up to Stereosonic? Electronic dance music fans are going to appreciate this one, from pages 38 till 43. While we’re on the topic of partying, our Goldfish & Blink exclusive is also out this month, featured in our “Career Chat” pages. Malaysia’s most loved homegrown DJ/producer duo dish the dirt on what it’s like to have finally found their calling, do what they love, and get paid for it! If you love making music as much as they do, then turn to pages 44 and 45 for the lowdown on being a DJ/producer and working your way to potentially getting signed. But all’s not always fun and games – we’ve also prepared the ultimate festival essentials on page 54. You know, just a handy list of things to best prepare you for what could be the best time of your life. We’re also best preparing you for the not-so-great stuff on page 55, where we had some students confess their most embarrassing partying incidents in our “Campus Talk”. On top of that, we found some tips and tricks of the trade in curing the post-party blues on page 65. You didn’t think we were just going to leave you hanging, did you? Also, since Christmas is only a few weeks away, we’ve got the perfect beauty gift ideas in our Sephora holiday spread on pages 24 and 25. You will love it, your girl friends will love it, and you’ll most definitely love us for it. Don’t say we didn’t share! And guys - we’ve packed up our “Wired Up” section with 12 days of Christmas gifts especially for the gadget freaks. Yes, you’re welcome. And now we can finally say it. It’s a wrap!

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Cross-border Study Tour

30 Inti students gained a valuable cross-cultural educational experience through a three-day trip to Bangkok, Thailand, that also provided international exposure and opportunities for innovative learning, individual development and networking. Together with their counterparts and hosts from Stamford International University in Bangkok, which like Inti, is a part of the global Laureate International Universities network, the students were exposed to diverse work cultures and businesses in various settings. Their experience in Bangkok, now a force in finance and business and an international hub for transport and health care, provided beneficial insights to prepare them for careers in a borderless global economy. Closer to home, Inti’s Mass Communication students took part in a forum with the theme, The Art of Vikingdom, which introduced the key people behind the production of Vikingdom which has been dubbed “the Malaysian-made film for a global audience”. The students were impressed by the fact that the action movie was produced almost exclusively by a Malaysian crew in Malaysia for world-wide distribution. For more information, visit www.newinti.edu.my.

The Biggest

“1 Malaysia Kolam Art” Students from KDU Penang’s Indian Cultural Society went all out to ensure that this year’s Deepavali celebration will be truly memorable by creating the biggest “1 Malaysia Kolam Art” at D’Piazza Mall in Penang. In undertaking the event, the students hoped to create greater awareness about the importance of unity through the spirit of 1Malaysia as well as the uniqueness of Malaysia’s multi-cultural society. The students also hoped that their supersized “kolam” creation will make it to the Malaysia Book of Records as the “Biggest 1 Malaysia Logo Kolam”. According to project director Jagadaes Thurairaju, the “kolam” is commonly known as rice art and is a form of decorative painting which is drawn using natural or synthetic coloured rice, chalk and rock powder. It is widely practised by Hindu families during the festive season to embellish their houses or courtyards and is spiritually believed to bring prosperity to their homes by the Goddess. A whopping 200 KDU Penang students of various races took part in creating the super-sized 1 Malaysia Kolam. Joey Phuah, manager of KDU Penang’s Student Service Department, is proud of the students’ determination to top the current record of 43 X 17.2 metres by creating one measuring 55m X 25m, using 2,000kg of rice.

Moto Innocup To Inspire Future Generations Inti International College Penang (IICP) has joined forces with Motorola Solutions to promote innovative learning among local university and college students. As organiser and sponsor of Moto Innocup 2013 respectively, IICP and Motorola Solutions have introduced a challenging intervarsity embedded system software competition to cultivate present and future generations of solution providers. Going by the theme, Gesture – Next Generation Smart User Input Device, Moto Innocup 2013 aims to develop an application/system that can intelligently detect motion and use gestures to control the application/system. Open to all students currently pursuing their undergraduate studies in public and private institutions of higher education, the competition requires all participating teams, each with a maximum of five members, to describe their software by means of user stories, user cases and scenarios. Among the six finalists of the competition are three teams from IICP. This month, they will compete with teams from KDU and University of Nottingham for a grand prize of RM5,000. Each team will also be awarded a maximum of RM3,000 to fund their projects. A week before the finals, each team is to submit a report describing the achievements and shortcomings of its application/system. The finals itself will see poster presentations and project demonstrations by the finalists. The quality of projects will be evaluated by Motorola Solutions’ technical panel to decide the winner. 8

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The One Academy Bags Sin Chew Business Excellence Awards 2013 As an international top-notch leading provider of art and design education that emphasises a resultoriented educational approach, The One Academy was recently awarded yet another distinguished accolade, the Sin Chew Business Excellence Awards 2013. The awards were jointly organised by Sin Chew Daily and MCIL Multimedia Sdn Bhd (sinchew.com.my) to show appreciation for the excellent performances of Malaysian enterprises in terms of transformation, dynamism, resilience and sustainability. Of the 10 categories, The One Academy received The Product & Service Quality Excellence Award for its marvellous academic achievement over two decades. The prize presentation ceremony was held in The Royale Chulan Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. The awards were sponsored by the Federation of Chinese Associations Malaysia, Malaysian Chinese Chamber of Commerce, SMI Association of Malaysia, Malaysian Retailer Chains Associations (MRCA), Malaysian Entrepreneurs’ Development Association (PUMM), Branding Association of Malaysia, Malaysian Institute of Corporate Governance (MICG) and Junior Chamber International Malaysia. With huge success in creating the most conducive environment to nurture talents, it is no wonder that The One Academy has constantly been acknowledged as art and design aspirants’ best avenue to acquire the knowledge and artistry essential to excel in the global creative industry!

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Sunway University Launches Global MBA Sunway University recently launched its Global MBA programme in partnership with one of the world’s elite universities, Lancaster University. The Global MBA programme is tailored for aspiring managers and professionals who intend to pursue their careers to senior management levels. The unique programme is a part-time programme, enabling students to further their education while working. Participants also have the flexibility of taking modules in other locations such as Singapore, Jordan, Zambia and the UK where Lancaster delivers an equivalent Global MBA programme. The Global MBA combines the experience of UK’s Lancaster University in delivering post experience programmes with Sunway University’s capacity to guide the transfer of this learning within the local business context. Students who successfully complete the programme will be awarded two certificates, one from Sunway University and the other from Lancaster University. The Lancaster faculty involved in designing and delivering this programme are among the best management consultants, educators, and research scholars in the world. Other outstanding global faculties will complement a large contingent of UK-based educators delivering the Global MBA in Malaysia. Associate Professor Dr Brian C. Imrie, Head of the Department of Business and Marketing Programme Chair, Global MBA, Sunway University Business School, will be championing the programme.

The recent 2nd Curtin Open Bowling Competition organised by the Curtin Bowling Club of Curtin University, Sarawak Malaysia (Curtin Sarawak) drew 80 participants comprising staff and students of the university as well as other bowlers in Miri. The competition held at Mega Lanes East at Bintang Megamall was officiated by city councillor Robert Ayu representing Mayor Lawrence Lai. Patrick Ng and Nadia Abdullah bagged the awards for Best Individual Male Player and Best Individual Female Player, respectively. Best Individual Male Player first runner-up was M. Harith Abdullah followed by second runner-up Anderson Wong. Fatimah Yusof and Gillian Lim came second and third in the Best Individual Female category, respectively. The event was sponsored by Datuk Sebastian Ting, Captain Lau Choo Mee, Madam Tay, Jamaludin Mohd Wari, Edge Choice Sdn Bhd, Hong Ping Timber Sdn Bhd, Ritz Florist, ParkCityEverly Hotel Miri, and Curtin Sarawak’s University Life Department and Student Council. For more information on Curtin Sarawak, visit www.curtin.edu.my. TOP: CHANCELLOR OF SUNWAY UNIVERSITY, TAN SRI JEFFREY CHEAH AT THE LAUNCH OF GLOBAL MBA; BOTTOM: PROFESSOR STEVE BRADLEY SPEAKING AT THE GLOBAL MBA LAUNCH

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UCSI University’s

26th Convocation Ceremony UCSI University’s 26th convocation ceremony honoured 20-year-old Raden Muhammad Fajjar for putting a career in showbiz on hold in the name of education. Having made his name as a teenage poster boy in Indonesia, Muhammad Fajjar had many opportunities to model and he was selected as a brand ambassador for a major car company. However, Muhammad Fajjar turned down the offers to focus on his studies. Representing over 2,900 graduates as valedictorian, Muhammad Fajjar encouraged his peers to pursue their passions and make a difference in the lives of others. An active debater and public speaker, Muhammad Fajjar pursued his affinities during his studies and he was selected as the Tourism Ambassador for Batam City and the province of Riau in 2012. He also worked for an Indonesian broadcasting company where he excelled at news reporting and emceeing events. The graduation ceremony also stood out as the first convocation UCSI University vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Khalid Yusoff presided over. A renowned cardiologist in Malaysia, Prof Khalid was recently appointed as UCSI University’s third vice-chancellor.

Transforming Stories Into Magical Worlds

With Nicolas Imhof

The One Academy students had plenty of first-hand knowledge in the art of production design and storytelling through the seminar by Swiss digital artist Nicolas Imhof. He motivated the students to strive for excellence in their endeavour for marvellous artistry, with which designers can turn the wildest ideas into silver screen blockbusters. Armed with extensive experience in the digital art industry, including seven years of concept arts drawing and production design in the Hollywood, Imhof is back in Malaysia for yet another round of the masterclass titled “From Story to Drawing”, which saw overwhelming attendance by Digital Animation and Illustration students. Imhof shared ways for artists to expand the horizons. He emphasised the importance of meaning and emotion in the paintings, the source of imaginations, software and techniques used for paintings, as well as tips on making a living in the arts industry. Prior to this, he has visited The One Academy twice, and participated in the “Swiss Design in Hollywood” world exhibition in 2010, which Malaysian leg was hosted by The One Academy. With another Swiss designer, Christian Scheurer, he showcased an array of timeless digital artworks produced for many blockbusters such as The Lord of The Rings, Hellboy, Ratatouille and Flushed Away, and successfully aroused the students’ passion in digital art.

Student Chapter At Curtin Sarawak IMechE Launches

LEFT: IMECHE REPRESENTATIVES, STAFF OF CURTIN SARAWAK AND CURTIN SARAWAK IMECHE STUDENT CHAPTER PRO TEM COMMITTEE IN A PHOTO CALL AT THE END OF THE EVENT; RIGHT: PROFESSOR CLOKE HOLDS THE OFFICIAL LAUNCH CERTIFICATE WHILE DR. TSAI (LEFT) AND PROFESSOR ONG LOOK ON

The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) recently launched its student chapter at Curtin University, Sarawak Malaysia (Curtin Sarawak), making it the first IMechE student chapter to be set up in East Malaysia. IMechE is the fastest growing professional engineering institution in the United Kingdom. Currently, it has over 100,000 members from global chapters in 120 countries. The launch held at the Curtin Sarawak campus saw the presentation of an official launch certificate by Dr Albert Tsai Kim Yeow, chairman of IMechE YMS, to the dean of Curtin Sarawak’s School of Engineering and Science, Professor Michael Cloke. Witnessing the handover were Professor Ong Kok Soo, founding president of IMechE Malaysia Branch, and Ir. Mathew Thomas, honorary treasurer of IMechE Malaysia Branch. Having an IMechE student chapter at Curtin Sarawak not only adds to its prestige as a university but also provides its students a more tangible link with the institution, so that they are in tune with developments in mechanical engineering, can effectively promote the Institution, and engage with IMechE members based in Miri and elsewhere. For more information on Curtin Sarawak, visit www.curtin.edu.my. 12

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ACCA Grants Maximum Exemption To TAR

University College Bachelor Degree Programmes

Sunway TES Celebrates Its

“10 Years ACCA Platinum Award” Sunway TES recently celebrated its “10 Years Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Platinum Award” with a dinner at Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, Bandar Sunway. This Platinum Approved Learning Partner Status by the ACCA, awarded and retained replaces the Premier status Sunway TES previously received in 2003. Martin Turner, ACCA UK president graced the event. Also in attendance were Sunway Group exco member Datin Seri (Dr) Susan Cheah, Sunway Education Group president Dato’ (Dr). Chew Chee Kin, Sunway Education Group CEO Lee Weng Keng, Sunway Education Group senior executive director Elizabeth Lee, and Sunway College and Sunway-TES executive director Teo Ee Sing. Guests for the evening included ACCA vice president Datin Alexandra Chin, ACCA Council members Datuk Mohd Nasir Ahmad, Dato’ Khalid Ahmad, Jennifer Lopez, Head of ACCA Malaysia, industry-partners, members of the Sunway-TES Accountancy Graduates Club (SAGC) and its president, Melissa Tan Hui Ying. In conjunction with the celebration, Martin Turner presented the “10 Year Platinum Award” to Sunway TES. Other highlights of the evening included performances by ACCA graduates and lucky draws.

For four decades, Tunku Abdul Rahman University College (‘TAR University College’) has firmly established itself as the institution of choice for professional business education in Malaysia. The University College, via its Faculty of Accountancy, Finance and Business (‘FAFB’), forged close collaboration with the global body for professional accountants, ACCA, since 1971 to prepare students to obtain ACCA professional qualification. The partnership reached a new height when ACCA awarded maximum exemption to two Bachelor degree programmes offered by TAR University College during the recent visit by ACCA president Martin Turner. During his visit, Turner handed over to Datuk Dr Tan Chik Heok, president of TAR University College, two letters of exemption detailing the recognition given by ACCA to Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) and Bachelor of Accounting (Honours) programmes. During the ceremony, Turner also took the opportunity to congratulate TAR University College on the successful upgrading of status to University College by presenting a congratulatory token to Tan. With that, TAR University College is allowed to conduct undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. TAR University College will hold its Open Day from 13 – 15 December 2013 at Kuala Lumpur Main Campus for the public to obtain more information on the programmes for the following intake in May 2014.

SPOTLIGHT

Run For Her Life More than 1,600 people gathered on the 27th of October 2013 at Sunway University, but for what purpose? To run for her life, of course! You might be thinking right now, who is ‘her’? It is none other than the breast cancer survivors! Held in October, the breast cancer awareness month, this charity fun run entitled Run For Her Life was aimed to raise awareness about breast cancer, in which proceeds of the run was donated to the Breast Cancer Welfare Association (BCWA) of Malaysia. In collaboration with Sunway’s Leading with Passion, the management and staff of Sunway University Centre for Tourism, Hospitality and Culinary Management together with seven breast cancer survivors led the 5km run. People from all walks of life participated in the run. Following the run, there were speeches and testimonials by representatives of BCWA. Besides that, the event also had performances that include cheerleading by Cheer Ace and a self-defence demonstration by Lee Martial Arts. A total of RM8,000 was contributed to BCWA at the end of the event. DEC 2013 | CAMPUS PLUS |

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DECEMBER 2013

New sound in Malaysia Committed to changing the world one listener at a time, V-MODA and SOL REPUBLIC announced that its entire line of ground-breaking new headphones are now available at major retailers across Malaysia. Committed to incredible music experiences for everyone, these headphones allow you to express your personal style. Featuring a ground-breaking modular design, SOL REPUBLIC headphones deliver a uniquely superior sound signature, with a fashion-forward look and the convenience of a remote and mic for todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music lovers. Committed to changing the world one listener at a time, SOL REPUBLIC is changing how music lovers buy headphones. To support this innovative concept, SOL REPUBLIC has developed ground-breaking packaging, which showcases the interchangeable components and colours and invites the consumer to assemble their headphones right out of the box. V-MODA, on the other hand, is the multi-platinum selling designer of headphones trusted by the pros and elite. V-MODA uniquely crowd-sourced the input of hundreds of audiophiles, journalists, producers and renowned DJs around the globe after news of M-100 first leaked online. Rather than abolishing the information, V-MODA embraced it and openly interacted on forums and social networks which ultimately transformed into a platform of crowd-sourced product development.

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SPOTLIGHT

Yahoo-MAS CiliPadi Awards

Conquer Oil & Dirt Men with active lifestyles are prone to oily skin and blackheads, which make washing the face with normal cleansers less effective but a scrub cleanser would certainly do the job. Introducing Men’s Bioré all new and improved Double Scrub Facial Foam range, an ideal scrub type facial foam for today’s active men. The new Men’s Bioré Double Scrub range comes in four variants namely Double Scrub Deep Clean, Double Scrub Deep Clean Extra Cool, Double Scrub Oil Clear and Double Scrub Bright Clean. Kao Men’s Bioré has also appointed Zulfahmi Khairuddin, Malaysia’s Moto3 World Motorcycle Grand Prix racer, as its brand ambassador. Zulfahmi’s young and fresh look as well as his inspiring performance in Moto3 championships makes him a great role model and a reflection of Men Bioré’s standards. The new Men’s Bioré Double Scrub Facial Foam retails at RM13.90 (100g) and RM7.50 (50g). Men’s Bioré Double Scrub Facial Foam range is available at all major retailers, pharmacy, hypermarkets and provision shops. For more information on Men’s Bioré products, visit www.kao.com/my/mensbiore/

Looking at the growing consumption and demand for video content in Malaysia, Yahoo announced an interestingly titled short film competition, “Yahoo-Mas CiliPadi Awards”. Named to signify that even tiny fruits like chilli padi, can metaphorically “Blow your brains”, Yahoo invited filmmakers (both amateurs and professionals) to produce movies under three minutes and enter the fray for prizes, in cash, kind, and above all, fame. Malaysians above the age of 18 just had to upload their short films of up to three minutes on www. cilipadiawards.com. But that’s not all – participants also had a panel of judges to impress, including film aficionados like Lisa Surihani and Sharifah Amani, as well as Marc Lourdes (Country Editor of Yahoo Malaysia), and Khairul Syahar Khalid (Head of Advertising & Promotions Dept, Malaysia Airlines). Winners then stand to bring home RM20,000 with the second and third place finishers receiving RM12,000 and RM8,000 respectively. In addition, the winning team would also score an internship at leading Malaysian production company KRU Studio. The “cherry on top”, however, is the fact that TGV Cinemas came on board as a grand platform of exposure to the winning films, airing the winning films across their cinemas nationwide for a period of three weeks.

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Goodbye Hair Fall, Hello Style In line with Sunsilk’s mission to empower women and enable them to enjoy life, Sunsilk launched the Sunsilk Hair Fall Solution Hair Tonic in style with its Goodbye Hair Fall, Hello Hair Play hairstyling showcase. Sunsilk has redesigned its Hair Fall Solution range, comprising the Hair Fall Solution Shampoo, Hair Fall Solution Conditioner and the latest addition to this range – the Sunsilk Hair Fall Solution Hair Tonic. The hairstyling show at the launch featured various simple and fast hairstyles that every girl can try at home. Ranging from everyday casual styles to classy and chic trends, these hairstyles can all be done in 10 minutes, following a simple threestep routine with the hair tonic – apply the tonic, massage into your roots and style your hair. Following that, event attendees were invited to try out these hairstyles with the help of hair experts as part of the day’s exciting activities. Supporting this initiative are fashionistas Liyana Jasmay and Elfira Loy, who were present at the launch. The Sunsilk Hair Fall Solution Shampoo retails at RM12.90 (320ml), Sunsilk Hair Fall Solution Conditioner retails at RM12.90 (320ml) and Sunsilk Hair Fall Solution Hair Tonic retails at RM12.90 (80ml). For more information, visit Sunsilk Malaysia’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SunsilkMalaysia.

Endless Fun At LEGOLAND® Water Park Asia’s first LEGOLAND® Water Park promises families yet another exciting adventure as it opened to the public officially on 21st October 2013. The rides, slides and attractions are all in full flow and have been enjoyed by the first wave of guests during an exclusive preview period. The opening of the water park leads the transformation of LEGOLAND Malaysia into a resort. The water park contains over three million litres of water and has more than 20 unique water-based rides. There are also over 70 specially built LEGO models. It is the largest LEGOLAND Water Park in the world and the only one which can be enjoyed either on its own as a stand-alone attraction or in combination with the theme park. The water park’s highlights include Build-A-Raft River and the Joker Soaker. The Build-A-Raft River is a unique concept where children can customise their own raft with LEGO soft bricks before floating down a lazy river. The Joker Soaker is a fun interactive play structure where children can aim water cannons at one another. The extra surprise to the Joker Soaker is when a giant bucket pours 350 gallons of water into the wade pool below. A LEGOLAND Hotel will also open at the beginning of next year, which will complete the plan to develop LEGOLAND Malaysia into the largest family destination resort in Southeast Asia. For more information, visit www.legoland.my.

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Xmas Shopping A Breeze With LivingSocial

‘Tis the season to be jolly and generous but getting gifts for everyone on your list isn’t always easy. Let LivingSocial Shop save you from the hassles of Christmas shopping with spectacular gift ideas that make for perfect presents while going easy on your wallet! LivingSocial is the local marketplace to buy and share the best things to do in your city. With unique and diverse offerings each day, they inspire members to discover everything from weekend excursions to one-of-a kind events and experiences to exclusive gourmet dinners to family aquarium outings and more. This Christmas, choose from a range of nifty gadgets that add convenience and coolness to any lifestyle or show off with stylish accessories including watches, necklaces and more to set the trend. Grooming accessories are also available for those who like to primp and preen while fashionistas will love to add a few more snazzy apparel to their wardrobe. Whether the people on your list are naughty or nice, they will surely appreciate the amazing gifts from LivingSocial! Visit www.livingsocial.com for more information.

Allergies and skin problems have been on the rise in Malaysia. Skin conditions such as eczema (affecting two out of 10 people), psoriasis (affecting 3% of Malaysians), and other forms of skin disorders have also been on the increase. It is estimated that the number of people in Malaysia suffering from psoriasis and eczema alone, excluding other disorders, amounts to a staggering 6.64 million people. Holista Colltech Limited, an organisation dedicated to high quality health and wellness products using only natural ingredients, has introduced an all-new product to the Malaysian market – TRUVENO™ – slated to be the latest innovation in the management of skin conditions. TRUVENO™ - the latest breakthrough innovation in the management of skin conditions is formulated using HIDROX®, developed by Dr Roberto Crea, who is the first scientist to ever extract polyphenols from olive fruit. Incidentally, he is also the co-inventor of the world’s first human insulin, interferons and growth hormone. Through its expertise and experience in the industry, Holista utilised the HIDROX® formulation and subsequently formulated TRUVENO™. Available in capsules, liquid and cream formulation, it is proven to relieve skin problems within five days. It is also the only product in Malaysia outside the US that is available in three different forms. For more information, visit www.truveno.com.

TRUVENO, Now Available In Malaysia TOP: OBSERVE RESULTS WITHIN FIVE DAYS! (FROM LEFT) MR SOO YIT WEN, DATO’ DR RAJEN M. AND MR JOHN PHANG LAUNCHING TRUVENO!; BOTTOM: THE RANGE OF TRUVENO PRODUCTS THAT ARE NOW MADE AVAILABLE IN ALL LEADING PHARMACIES NATIONWIDE

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DECEMBER 2013

Known for her sultry voice and attention-grabbing outfits, Rihanna a.k.a. RiRi continues to sell records like hotcakes but she has also recently landed

herself in some hot soup! During her “Diamonds World Tour” in Abu Dhabi, the sexy pop superstar paid a visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, a popular tourist attraction, with two photographers in tow for an impromptu photo shoot. Except, it wasn’t an authorised one. While RiRi abided by the mosque’s dress code rules and donned a black jumpsuit and a matching black hijab (traditionally worn by Muslim women) for the shoot, the mosque’s authorities weren’t impressed. They said in a statement, “She first arrived at an entrance that was not designated for visitors and without any previous coordination with the administration. She was confronted by the mosque officials and directed to the appropriate entrance to the mosque, to carry out a visit under the normal conditions. She was asked to leave before entering the actual mosque, after taking some photos that did not fit within the rules and regulations set out to preserve the sacredness of the centre”. The 25-year-old singer also posted up the seemingly suggestive pictures that were taken at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre on both Twitter and Instagram, which caused a further uproar among netizens. There was even one showing RiRi lying on her back in the mosque’s courtyard. No, Rihanna. Just no.

unbelievable line-up of performers onto a hungry pack of music buffs with a stampede of transcending genres. With the mega line-up of acts invading Malaysia, organisers have split ticket sales into four releases that will be sold in stages. Fans will be offered choices to purchase either single-day passes

for the 13th, 14th, or 15th March 2014 or a threeday weekend pass which will grant them access into all three days of the Future Music Festival Asia 2014 Weekend. For more information, visit www. futuremusicfestival.asia or www.facebook.com/ futuremusicasia.

Controversial RiRi

Sparks Scandal Again!

FMFA2014 Reveals Biggest Line-up To Date The organisers of Future Music Festival Asia, Future Music Australia and Livescape Asia announced its biggest festival yet by unveiling its line-up of epic proportions for next year’s massive festival. The festival will take over the Mines Wonderland, Mines Resort City’s entire vicinity from 13th– 15th March 2014 with an estimated 75,000 fans expected to converge over the three-days. Slated to be Southeast Asia’s biggest music festival ever, the organisers take cue from the success Future Music Festival Asia has obtained over the past two years and promises more punch and a cosmic show that will seal FMFA as Southeast Asia’s biggest and most epic music festival. The festival next year has been expanded to three days from this year’s two. The theme for next year’s mega event brings to life a psychedelic kaleidoscope of raw energy and wild enthusiasm as the “Safari” takes over the Mines Wonderland, Mines Resort City. Punters are urged to come decked in their most inspirational Safari themed outfits as the music event unleashes its

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Thirsty For

Thirst 2013

The annual massive December party is back and this year’s instalment will feature an even more stellar line-up than the last. In 2012, artistes Avicii, Justive, and Above & Beyond brought the house down in the presence of 28,000 revellers. And now, Thirst returns on 14th December 2013 (Saturday) at Sepang International Circuit with what would be its most extensive and eclectic list of stars to date who’ll be playing across two impressive stages. Thirst 2013 will feature David Guetta, who played in Sepang International Circuit in 2012 and left a lasting impression among partygoers. Well, the good news is, he’s coming back armed with more chart-topping hits. Internationally known crowd pleaser Armada Music boys W&W will also be taking over one of the two stages, ready to get Malaysians on their feet for an incredible night of music. The acts are also accompanied by Australian twin sisters, NERVO, as well as many more great artistes to be revealed soon! If we know the Thirst party series well enough, this year’s event is not one you’d want to miss. Presale tickets (RM148) are available on www.boxtix.asia and at all Rock Corner outlets. Don’t say we didn’t share! For more information, visit www.thirst.com.my.

Almost

Officially Kimye!

When proposing to a princess who loves luxury, the proposal would need to be just as luxurious, if not more. One American rapper got that part down pat and it’s none other than Yeezus a.k.a. Kanye West. He made sure to pull out all the stops when it came to his lavish surprise proposal to reality TV star, Kim Kardashian. In fact, because he couldn’t do it just anywhere, he rented out the entire stadium where the San Francisco Giants play and personally chartered a private jet to shuttle guests to and from the Bay Area. The momentous occasion came when he got down on one knee and proposed to Kim with the help of a 50-piece orchestra, family, friends, and a flawless 15-carat diamond ring by celebrity jeweller Lorraine Schwartz. Behind him, the field’s jumbo screen flashed the sign, “PLEEEASE MARRY MEEE!!” To which Kim responded with a smile that went from ear to ear while the Kardashians and their nearest and dearest were all left in tears. For one giant good reason, of course! After which, Kim continued to be on cloud nine during the celebratory party, which was held immediately following the proposal. She also gushed to E! News exclusively, “Last night was truly magical! I am the luckiest girl in the world. I get to marry my best friend!” Aww. Congratulations to the soon-to-be-wed cute couple!

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NEWS FROM THE SPORTING ARENA

DECEMBER 2013

Sepang To Host Malaysian MotoGP™ Until 2016 Dorna Sports is pleased to announce that the Sepang International Circuit will be hosting the MotoGP™ World Championship for another three years, ensuring the race will be held in Malaysia until at least 2016. The popular track with both riders and teams, which has been on the MotoGP™ calendar since 1999, will play host to the premierclass, along with Moto2™ and Moto3™, until 2016 for certain. Last year, the Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix attracted record spectators of 125,000 over the three days with Dorna, the exclusive rights holder acknowledging the event as The Best Grand Prix of the Year. This year, with extensive regional promotions and the unprecedented representation of six Malaysian riders, the motorcycle event is expected to attract an even larger crowd with 95% of the available 80,000 tickets for Sunday’s race day already sold. The extension also means Malaysia will be able to continue with its proud heritage of hosting the Malaysian Grand Prix for the last 23 years. More importantly, the extension carries added meaning to the role of SIC as headquarters for the impending Shell Advance Asian Talent Cup, which will be held right after the Shell Advance Malaysia Motorcycle Grand Prix. For more information, visit www. sepangcircuit.com.

Red Bull Air Race World Championship is Back Come February, the Red Bull Air Race World Championship will be back in the skies with a full seven-race World Championship staged in six countries on three continents. The series will be back with the defending World Champion in the 12-pilot field after it took a three-year break to improve safety and reorganise. There will be a number of technical improvements, including standard engines and propellers for all pilots, changes to the lightweight nylon pylon material to make them even easier to burst apart if they are clipped by plane wings and raising the height of the pylons that the pilots pass through from 20 to 25 metres. The modus and rules have also been tightened, for example to prevent any pilots from exceeding the set limits. The Red Bull Air Race World Championship features the world’s best race pilots in a pure motor-sport competition that combines speed, precision and skill. Using the fastest, most agile and lightweight racing planes, pilots navigate a low-level aerial track made up of air-filled pylons 25m high. There are several rules and safety changes compared to the last race three years ago, but one thing remains the same: The Red Bull Air Race is the most thrilling motor sports competition in the sky. For more information, visit www.redbullairrace.com.

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SELECTION OF NEW PRODUCTS

DECEMBER 2013

BCL ClearLast Face Powder feat. Peach John

It just gets cuter with this high coverage Peach John Edition face powder in SPF23 PA+++ for a matt finish. This delightful compact contains seven different types of micro powders to cover up pores and dullness while being resistant to sweat and sebum. The secret to beautiful skin is now available at RM69.90.

Garnier Men TurboLight Oil Control Icy Scrub

An anti-blackheads skin lightening scrub for men who want to take control of their oily skin. With this easy-to-use facial scrub and its icy cool sensation, TurboLight Oil Control Icy Scrub is refreshing to use, making it the perfect skincare solution. Get more control over oily skin at a recommended price of RM7.90 (50ml) and RM14.90 (100ml).

Papulex™ Moussant Soap Free Cleansing Gel

Jack ‘n Jill Keropok Kacang Pis

The only green pea snack in the market that gives a unique crackling bite in a distinctive traditional packaging design. Comes in two popular local flavours of Spicy Asam and Spicy Sotong with an affordable price of RM1.60 per pack.

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With its unique triple action formula, Papulex™ clears acne in three ways addresses the multiple root cause of acne. This soap-free cleansing gel helps reduce the appearance of blemishes while keeping skin feeling smooth and fresh. Available at selected pharmacies, clinic and skincare specialist centres.

Vaseline’s Oil Control Moisturizer

Complementing the acne-combating qualities of the facial wash, these new moisturizers help to control oil secretion and prevent acne formation. Vaseline’s range of moisturisers also includes the SPF 15 and Hydrate & Soothe variant, working to give men fairer skin while visibly reducing spots. Available now in stores with price ranging from RM18.90 to RM23.50.

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SEPHORA’S PERFECT HOLIDAY BEAUTY GIFTS!

DECEMBER 2013

SEPHORA PERFECT HOLIDAY BEAUTY GIFTS! E v e n s h o pa h o l i c s be m o a n t h e t r i a l s o f t h e g i f t - g i v i n g s e a s o n b u t f e a r n o t, w e un d er s ta n d y o ur pa i n . W e ’ v e c o m p i l ed s o m e of t h e be s t be a u t y s t o c k i n g s t uffer s t o br ig h t en up yo ur si s t er , mum , or be s t i e ’s hol i d ay se as on . T h e be s t pa rt i s , yo u c a n f i n d t h e m a l l u n d e r on e r o of ! F i n d a l l t h e s e t op - n o t c h p r od u c t s a n d g i f t s e t s at your nearest Sephora.

Urban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner

bareMinerals All The Faves This stunning collection includes eight try-me sizes of best-selling favourites, including the finishing powder, foundation powder, powerhouse mascara, and lipstick.

It’s a gateway drug to hardcore sparkle with a heavy dose of glamrock. This water-based buildable liner contains super-fine glitter in a clear base that dries down quickly and really stays put without any fallout.

Sephora Tattoo Me More and Glitter Spray Add a cosmic twist to your sweet face and body with this easy stars and skull-shaped temporary tattoos while sparkling it up with these safe-to-use silver and gold glitter spray that comes with starshaped stencil. Coolness is just a stamp and spray away!

Make Up For Ever Midnight Glow Sensual and luminescent, create a dreamy romantic look with this limited edition collection mixing two iconic shades of Gun Metal and Gold Pink, with Snow White, Metallic Taupe, Midnight Purple and Icy Blue to explore every facet of shimmer and shine.

Bliss You ‘Butter’ Watch Out This sampler of body butter favourites features spa-inspired moisturising creams in three of their signature scents including Grapefruit+Aloe, Lemon+Sage and Blood Orange+White Pepper body butter to help deliver supreme softness.

Tarte Maracuja Oil A hydrating, earth-prescribed treatment oil that’s rich in vitamin C and essential fatty acids. This anti-aging elixir contains healing properties for firmer, brighter, smoother-looking skin while helping to control sebum production.

NYX Waiting For Tonight The sky’s the limit with this versatile palette of 32 pigmented shades, two complementing blushes, one bronzer, four eyebrow powders, three concealers, and four chic lip glosses. Take your daytime look into a sassy goddess-of-the-night look with one handy palette.

Stila Artist’s Signature Set This painter’s inspired set features 15 deluxe lip glazes, eight smudge stick waterproof eyeliners, three deluxe smudge crayons, 12 eye shadows, four cheek colours and three artistry brushes. It also includes a look book with tips and tricks from Pro Artist Sarah Lucero.

Soap & Glory In The Bag For the girl who just loves her time in the bathroom, the perfect gift is right here. A deluxe, delights-full Christmas pamper featuring a fruity fresh fig-scented Foam Call body wash, Butter Yourself lotion, Pulp Friction body scrub, Endless Glove hand mask, and a super-cute shower cap.

Fresh Sugar Stars Mini Lip Collection

Ciate Tree Trinkets

Whether you’re looking to correct, protect, or tint your lips, this is the ultimate Sugar stash. There’s something sweet for every concern, every look, and every mood.

Make your Christmas tree sparkle with a little help from Ciate. Each pot is enclosed in a crystal clear bubble and finished with a signature black satin bow. This limited edition pack comes with six new glamorous glitter shades in Candy Cane, All Aglow, Yule Rules, Blizzard, Naughty or Nice and Glitterball.

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ACNE CARE WITH PAPULEX

Currently PAPULEX is only available in selected clinics and pharmacies. <Website: www.papulexasia.com> <Facebook: facebook.com/PapulexAsia>

DECEMBER 2013

Be Blemish Free!

Acne is a common disease which mostly affects skin with the densest population of sebaceous follicles; these areas include the face, the upper part of the chest, and the back. TIPS

t occurs most commonly during adolescence or periods of hormonal change, and tends to disappear over time. However, adult acne breakouts are common too. We seek advice from experts in Papulex, a dermocosmetic brand to help reduce the appearance of blemishes in cases of acne-prone skin. C+: What are the different forms of acne that we should be aware about that are common among both teenagers and adults? P: Acne in various forms is defined primarily by the size of the spots and whether it is “inflammatory” or “noninflammatory”. Non-inflammatory acne is the start of acne with the smallest type of lesion, called a microcomedone. This is just the beginning of acne formation. Depending on the growth of this microcomedone, it may develop into an open comedone (blackhead) or closed comedone (whitehead). Inflammatory acne is characterised by an inflammation of existing comedones caused by P. acnes bacteria. Red spots appear: “pustules” if they are near the skin surface and “papules” (pimples) if inflammation is deeper.

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C+: Is there a different way to counter or to clear different forms of acne? P: Treatment is dependent on the severity and forms of acne. Your healthcare provider would be able to advise you on the best treatment for you. C+: Why Papulex is effective to clear acne? P: PAPULEX is an effective treatment to deal with multiple root causes of persistent acne: inflammation of affected areas, proliferation of P.acnes bacteria and increased sebum production. (Refer to “PAP Clear Skin 3 ways model” diagram). PAPULEX effectively reduces breakouts and it fits easily into your daily skin care regimen to improve complexion. PAPULEX helps you to cleanse, protect, and keep acne-prone skin looking good.

With some effort and the right therapy, you can have the power to successfully manage your acne. Here are some tips: i) Use a gentle cleanser. Choose a soap-free cleanser that does not dry up your skin. Facial scrubs, astringents and masks generally tend to irritate skin, which worsens acne. ii) Choose skincare products that are oil-free and avoid cosmetics or skincare products which contain irritants such as strong fragrances because these can clog your skin. iii) Watch what touches your face. Keep your hair clean and away from your face; oil and dirt in hair can transfer to your facial skin and cause more acne. iv) Most importantly, do not pick or squeeze blemishes as it can cause infection and scarring.

L’oreal Total Repair 5 Leave-on Oil Serum

It’s enriched with the unique Cement-Ceramide, which is a replica of hair’s natural cement. Upon application of Total Repair 5 Oil Serum, damaged hair absorbs the effective formula for ultimate repair. As a result, hair is stronger, nourished, shinier, smoother and sealed with less split ends! Price: RM27.90

Eucerin DermoPURIFYER Facial Tonic

The refreshing tonic clarifies the skin intensively and removes remaining impurities from the skin. It opens clogged pore without drying out the skin and prepares the skin for the subsequent care regime. Price: RM35.90

SELECTED RANGE OF BEAUTY PRODUCTS

DECEMBER 2013

SOTHYS Dark Circle Eraser

More than a concealer, this powdery tinted emulsion is enriched with active ingredients such as vitamin PP to limit hyper pigmentation, and yeasts to boost the optimal quality of vessels by limiting the permeability of vessel walls. Dark circles are hidden and diminishes after 15 days. Price: RM169.90

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SkinFood Seaweed Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner

A super-waterproofing pearl liquid eyeliner that contains highshine glass pearls adds gorgeous sparkles and a vivid colour to your eyes without creating dust or smudging. The flexible nylon tip makes application easy and it adheres immediately to skin. It comes in black, brown, blue drop, sand and pearl. Price: RM45.90 each

KATE Colorcious Diamond

Experience a brand new shimmer with captivating coloured diamonds. A bright pearl powder is colour-coated to create a colour that shines intensively for beautiful, sleek wide eyes. It has clear and amazing colouration to create well-balanced integration of colour and shine. Available in six colour palettes. Price: RM59.00

Eyemazing AMO Poison Sugar

Inspired by Alice in Wonderland, this fabulous dual-tone set of upper lashes comes with a clear band for an effect of natural and sweetDEC 2013 looking eyes. Apply and get ready to flaunt those lashes while partying at the hottest scenes in town for the New Year! Price: RM69.90 for 5 pairs

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Glit ALL THAT GLITTERS!

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DECEMBER 2013

All That

Sparkle and shine, that’s all we need for a glamorous THIS PAGE | ANTI-CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: PEDRO GOLD CLUTCH > RM169.00; PEDRO ROSE GOLD BAG > RM239.00; ZALORA. COM.MY EZRA > RM89.00; ZALORA.COM.MY LASH > RM99.00

look to end this fabulous year! Pull of “All That Glitters” theme by rocking in anything gold, reflective, diamond, metallic and sequin. Throw out that plain LBD for a quirky shaped clothing of origami and you’re on your way to be a dancing queen!

tters THIS PAGE | CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: PEDRO PEWTER SQUARE CLUTCH > RM169.00; PHATCULTURE ORIGAMI SKORT > RM55.00; ZALORA.COM.MY KITSCHEN > RM69.90; PHATCULTURE GOLD SEQUIN CAMI > RM39.00

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GET FAB WITH PHATCULTURE

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DECEMBER 2013

Fashion Fades but Style is Eternal!

MAY AND ELIZA

They are not just about trends, but also about creating culture. A culture where girls and women from all over the world feel confident and collectively express themselves with fashion. It’s not just about wearing the prettiest or trendiest clothes; it’s also about being comfortable with who you really are. With this mission in mind, two restless college mates – Eliza and May came together to bring the very best in fashion for girls all over the world!

Q: A:

Partying is hard work, what are the dressing essentials for the occasion? When it comes to painting the town red, nothing is more essential than having that Little Black Dress. It’s the easiest piece to mix and match with! And there’s no such thing as too many. Of course, you can always experiment with tops and bottoms and other forms of party-worthy dresses. Our favourite? Sequins! If you’re the type of gal who can’t leave her bag at home, we’d suggest a nifty little clutch to carry all your essentials. Pull on a comfy pair of heels, and you’re good to go!

Q: A:

What would you say are some fab year end trends? We’re looking at a mix of really interesting textures. Loads of velvet, leather, ruffles and tons of glitz and glam. After all, the end of the year is when the fanciest parties are in town, and that’s why everything in our Year End Collection is splashed with sequins, glitters, embellishments, velvets and leathers. Anything that spells A-T-T-I-T-U-D-E is certainly on trend for the year’s end.

Q: A:

For classier events, how can we look elegant without compromising comfort? For maximum comfort and class, pull on a maxi dress - the flowy kind that only skims across the curves of your body instead of a figure hugging bodycon. If you’re looking for something little shorter, choose an outfit with a bit of a skater cut. As for shoes, try not to overkill it with heels that are far too high. The most important thing here is to look and feel good about you.

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Q: A:

Ladies love heels but their feet hurt after wearing them for long hours. Any suggestions on picking the right pair of heels? If you’re really afraid of straining your feet, try getting a lower heel. Platform wedges are also known to provide more support than killer heels. You can also try low-heeled boots (or flat ones, depending on your look and your comfort limitations). However, if you’re really not comfortable with even the slightest bit of heel, flats are fine too. Try embellished ballet flats totally party-worthy! Going all out on accessories, yay or nay? It depends on what look you’re going for. If sophistication and elegance is what you want to project, then we would suggest you keep the accessories to a bear minimal. However, if you’re the adventurous type who loves being the centre of attention, then by all means, go nuts!

PARTY FASHION INSPIRATIONS CLASSIC LOOK TAYLOR SWIFT SELENA GOMEZ MIRANDA KERR EDGY & QUIRKY RIHANNA KE$HA KATY PERRY

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THE LATEST LOOK IN HAUTE COUTURE

DECEMBER 2013

BREAKING THE

DRESS CODE!

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It’s time to party and invite the New Year with arms wide open! Looking good is a must and nothing should stop you from wearing your most comfortable and fashionable outfit while socialising as it’s worth breaking the dress code for once before the year ends. For men, suit up minus the tie or button up the entire shirt. Both ways will look dashing with a pair of matching formal dress shoes or comfortable boat shoes. For the ladies, show some skin while playing with patterns and textures. Let’s end the year with a blast!

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BREAKING THE DRESS CODE

DECEMBER 2013

PARKSON JOSEF SEIBEL > RM268.00

PARKSON ALAIN DELON > RM329.90

ZALORA.COM.MY HIGH CULTURED EXCLUSIVE > RM229.90

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PEDRO LACE UP > RM349.00

PARKSON POLO > RM559.90

PARKSON MARIO MINARDI ITALY > RM479.00

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT PAIR OF FORMAL SHOES

DECEMBER 2013

A GUIDE TO

MEN’S DRESS SHOES Formal men’s shoes should be part of every man’s shoe collection in the contemporary world. Although the price is heftier, they usually last longer and are exquisitely designed. Most people tend to make bad purchases by buying shoes based on its colour or style. Here are some factors to consider before venturing out on getting a pair of dress shoes. LEVELS OF FORMALITY Black, lace-up, rounded-toe Oxford style in smooth, unadorned leather is generally the most acceptable style for formal occasions. • In this new era, loafers or slip-ons are also designed to be worn for black tie and semiformal evening affairs. • Shoes that are considered less dressy include rough-grained leather, extra detailing or perforations, and rubber soles. • Brown shoes are usually less formal and don’t always coordinate well with black pants but you can wear them with earth tones. • Oxblood or burgundy shoes match perfectly with navy or grey pants and suits. •

INSOLE • Ditch shoes with insoles made from cardboard or synthetic materials. • Leather insoles are more durable and allow your feet to breathe which helps reduce perspiration and odour. LINING • Soft calfskin lining is common. • The lining should be finely stitched, barely noticeable and smooth at the seams. • Rough edges or knots and bumps in the leather will make shoes very uncomfortable to wear.

OUTSOLE AND HEEL Quality workmanship means leather for the outsole and heel as it’s more durable and keeps the shoes from wearing out too soon. • They can have one to three layers and all should be well-stitched with the tight stitching hidden within the channels along the edges of the soles. • The heel should be layered and attached to the sole with brass nails. • The layers provide an extra level of cushioning, giving better support and more flexibility. • Well-crafted leather soles and heels act like shock absorbers for your feet. • NO GLUE ALLOWED. •

LEATHER QUALITY MATTERS EXTERIOR • The finest leather is fine-grained and feels smooth and supple to the touch. • Calfskin is one of the finest as it is very fine grained and has a nice sheen. • Fine leather has few or no blemishes. • Shiny usually equals more formal but watch out for those covered with artificial sealants.

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CHOOSING COMFORTABLE MEN’S DRESS SHOES It should properly fit your unique feet to avoid any discomfort. • For those with high foot arches, look for shoes with sturdy insoles for support. • Everyone should look for shoes that are shaped to match the contours of their particular feet. • Rubber soles may be less formal but it provides an extra level of comfort that can come in handy if you plan to be on your feet for long hours or if there are slippery floors at the venue. There’s nothing wrong with sacrificing a little dressiness for safety and comfort. •

TAKING GOOD CARE OF YOUR GOOD SHOES Invest in cedar shoe trees to maintain their shape as the pair sits idle in your closet, absorb moisture and keep the shoes smelling good. • In between shoe-shines, wiping your leather shoes with a dry, clean cloth should keep them looking great. •

TOBACCO, SMOKING AND CANCER SYMPTOMS OF LUNG

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CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE LUNG DISEASE such as bronchitis and emphysema is 12 TO 13x MORE LIKELY FOR SMOKERS. On average, smokers die 13 TO 14 YEARS EARLIER than non-smokers.

SMOKELESS TOBACCO USE (CHEWING TOBACCO & SNUFF) CAN CAUSE THE FOLLOWING CANCERS: R H CANCE STOMAC

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CANCER OF THE PHARYNX (THROAT)

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Symptoms of lung cancer can take years to develop and this often leads to diagnosis at an advanced stage of the disease. Some of the symptoms that may occur include: PERSISTENT COUGH SHORTNESS OF BREATH FATIGUE WEIGHT LOSS HOARSENESS OF VOICE COUGHING UP BLOOD ACHE OR CHEST PAIN WHEN BREATHING OR COUGHING LOSS OF APPETITE

MYTHS AND FACTS OF

CIGARETTE AND SHISHA/HOOKAH MYTH #1

Everyone knows how bad smoking is.

FACT #1

MYTH #1

Shisha smoke is least addictive than cigarette because there is no nicotine.

Everyone knows smoking is bad for health. But people tend to believe that smoking is harmless because the effect of smoking is seen much later. Cigarettes contain harmful substances that damage almost every organ in the body.

Shisha contains nicotine. In fact, smokers are exposed to 100 to 200 times more smoke volume than a cigarette.

Just a few cigarettes a day cannot hurt.

Hookah smoke is filtered through water so it filters out the harmful ingredients.

MYTH #2

FACT #2

Research has shown that smoking even a few cigarettes a day can increase your risk to heart diseases, tobacco related diseases and shortens your life span.

FACT #1

MYTH #2 FACT #2

Smoking tobacco through water does not filter out cancer-causing chemicals.

If you are interested in participating in any of our programmes or need further information about our services, kindly call us at 603- 2698 7300; email to contact@cancer.org.my or log on to our website at www.cancer.org.my.

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PARTY LIKE THERE’S NO TOMORROW

DECEMBER 2013

LIKE THERE’S NO

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Europe – Tomorrowland For four nights and three days annually on the last weekend of July, a small town in Belgium called Boom claims centre stage as the world’s 24-hour party hub. That’s when the best dance festival on the planet takes over. With a line-up that consists of “The Avengers” equivalent of DJs/producers/electronic artistes, Tomorrowland is a mix of electronic dance music subgenres such as house, dubstep, electro, hardstyle, trance, etc. coupled with magnificent and extremely detailed themes. The event, which easily attracts more than 180,000 people from over 245 countries, even includes a huge “camp out” called “Dreamville” where 50,000 attendees would turn up to camp for “The Gathering”, a pre-party before the actual event. On average, there are about 14 stages at Tomorrowland where many artistes perform simultaneously. Tomorrowland is perhaps the only festival that has a record time tickets sell out (within minutes of its release), half a year prior to the event. This year, an estimated 1.8million people were trying to get the 80,000 tickets on sale without knowing the exact artiste line-up. Such is the strength of Tomorrowland’s branding!

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PARTY LIKE THERE’S NO TOMORROW

DECEMBER 2013

US – Ultra Music Festival Held in March at the 12.4-hectare Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami, Ultra Music Festival (UMF) is an annual outdoor electronic music festival that attracts up to 55,000 people a day over three days. In 2013, for the first time in festival history, UMF made a swift expansion move and the festival was held over two weekends instead of just one. Over these two weekends, UMF saw the recordbreaking attendance of 330,000 revellers and banging sets by world-class DJs/producers such as Hardwell, Porter Robinson, deadmau5, Madeon, Swedish House Mafia, and Tiësto. Just like the godfather of all music festivals, Tomorrowland, UMF also has recorded epic tickets sell-out time when presale tickets for UMF 2014 were sold out in a matter of seconds the moment it went on sale in, get this, May 2013. And if those aren’t reasons enough to call it the biggest US-based music festival, the future’s also looking bright for UMF as it continues its expansion to hotspots including Ibiza, Spain; Buenos Aires, Argentina; São Paulo, Brazil; and Seoul, South Korea, just to name a few. A show of hands from those who think that they should make Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia their next venue?

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PARTY LIKE THERE’S NO TOMORROW

DECEMBER 2013

Singapore – ZoukOut Since 2000, ZoukOut has been Singapore’s biggest annual dance music festival. Held in December every year at Sentosa’s Siloso Beach, the two-day rain or shine festival has been known to attract up to 40,000 partygoers with offerings of performances by mainstream DJs/producers from around the globe. Some of the many popular names that have played at the vibrant, 12-hours dusk-to-dawn ZoukOut over the years are such as Armin van Buuren, Paul van Dyk, Above & Beyond, David Guetta, Hardwell, and more. Even our homegrown boys, Malaysian DJ duo Goldfish & Blink has made a special appearance at the festival. Malaysian revellers like 24-year-old Andrew Ang says he loves ZoukOut for its beautiful beach setting as well as the crowd – a melting pot of Asian, Western, and other ethnics. “I never miss a single year of ZoukOut because where else can you find such an epic round-the-clock beach party that’s almost quite literally at your doorstep? Plus, ZoukOut is known to be kind of a safe haven for partygoers like me with great security and tight rules – almost nothing will go wrong or try to ruin your experience”, Andrew adds. This year, ZoukOut promises an equally exciting journey with extended party hours coupled with the top names in dance music such as Martin Solveig, Nervo, Dash Berlin, Otto Knows, Krewella, Ferry Corsten, Zedd, Alesso, and more. For more information, visit www.zoukout.com.

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Malaysia – Future Music Festival Asia After two successful runs in Malaysia, Future Music Festival Asia (FMFA), an expansion of Future Music Festival in Australia, will return again with a three-day affair from 13th-15th March 2014 at Mines Wonderland. Earlier in March 2013, FMFA drew a crowd of 55,000 over two days, with 30,000 attendees celebrating the first ever “A State of Trance” (one of the most popular electronic dance music shows in the world with an estimated listenership of 25 million people from 26 countries worldwide) show in Malaysia. With that, FMFA has been dubbed as the largest music festival to hit Southeast Asian shores – and for good reasons! FMFA 2014 is targeting a massive turnout of 75,000 fans, including an influx of 20,000 tourists, with what is said to be its biggest line-up to date. This includes “A State of Trance 650”, helmed by Armin van Buuren, as well as other A-list acts across multiple stages such as deadmau5, Eric Prydz, Wu-Tang, Paul van Dyk, Arty, Porter Robinson, Knife Party, and more to be announced soon. “From US to Indonesia, music lovers are crossing out their calendars for the coming festival and we can only get better from here on. This will be the largest music festival in Southeast Asia and we guarantee it will be a mind-blowing three-day event”, mentioned Iqbal Ameer, Director of Livescape Asia. Yes, it’s going to be phenomenal! For more information, hit up www.facebook. com/futuremusicasia.

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THE GOLDFISH & BLINK EXCLUSIVE

DECEMBER 2013

GOLDFISH ANDBLINK

n fact, Goldfish & Blink (real names Alvin Teoh and Lau Hoe Yin) have been household

names

the

Malaysian

dance music industry for as long as

we remember. Not only have they set the bar for quality music production and epic showmanship in all that they’ve ever set out to do, they’ve also recently achieved a milestone in their careers that is truly what dreams are made of. We kick back with the boys in our exclusive interview and discover the inner workings of being Goldfish & Blink.

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Even after winning numerous competitions or playing at various gigs, we’ve never once said, “Oh we’ve made it”. Even until now, although everyone is saying that we’ve made it or how crazy or amazing all of this is, this is just the beginning for us.

G&B

C+: For those who are not already in the know, tell us

C+ How does it work for Goldfish & Blink though, as a

a little bit about what you boys do as Goldfish & Blink.

duo? As in, from a music production point of view.

G: Mainly as Goldfish & Blink, we make music. We write

G: It’s better this way, as Goldfish & Blink, because we

music for local artistes, international artistes, some

have two separate mind sets and we both like the same

personal music that we like doing, we do quite a bit of

kind of music but different aspects of the music. Usually

collaborations with international guests – everything

we’ll each come up with one or maybe two big ideas for

that we do involves music. We DJ in clubs too, of course.

a track, then we’ll work on different parts, put it together,

That’s what we do - partying. I also run my DJ academy in

then make 10 different versions just to get it right. Then

SS15, Subang Jaya - Goldsounds.

we’ll play it for the crowd just to perfect it. For “Here We

B: By day, I’m in charge of booking international artistes

Go Again” we had about 20 versions.

and I programme Zouk’s yearly entertainment schedule when it comes to the dance music side of things.

C+: Goldfish & Blink recently signed an exclusive publishing deal with Hardwell Publishing, which is

“

WE’RE REALLY LUCKY THAT WE’VE BEEN GIVEN ALL THAT WE’VE BEEN GIVEN. IN OUR HEARTS, WE KNEW THAT WE’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO DJ

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C+: Let’s talk about when you first started DJing. What

spearheaded by the current world #1 DJ/producer,

was your first exposure to dance music?

Hardwell. What was that process like?

G: We were exposed to dance music since a really, really

B: We met Hardwell when he came to Zouk Malaysia

long time ago. Way back when I first started, we were

to play – not just once, but a couple of times. We hung

still listening to techno and that’s all we were listening

out with him a lot and we clicked. We were already

to. It was during the days of Kent events, Movement..that

making our own music back then and we sent a track to

was probably about 15 years ago.

Hardwell, who said that he liked it and wanted it for his

B: It was around 1997 or 1998 when dance music was

record label, Revealed Recordings. That was two years

just starting to pick up in Malaysia. The peak of that first

ago and things didn’t really happen but we continued to

wave hit in 1999 and that’s when we started DJing. For

work harder and finally, we sent “Here We Go Again” to

me, I started with progressive house.

Hardwell who played it at Ultra Music Festival. A crazy two months ensued after. So, Revealed Recordings is

C+: What was your one defining moment that told you,

under Cloud 9 Music (one of the biggest publishing

“Okay, this is what I want to do for the rest of my life”?

houses in dance music) and the creative manager wanted

G: Well, to be honest, we’re really lucky that we’ve been

to sign Goldfish & Blink as their artiste. Because we

given all that we’ve been given. I guess we were just

didn’t have experience in being signed to a publishing

going with the flow – even from the very beginning,

house, we consulted Hardwell, who is also under Cloud

we’ve always been just going with the flow. We were

9 Music, and he requested for us to be signed under him.

design students in school and in the initial stages,

G: To be honest, we haven’t even celebrated this yet!

design and education was our main goals but we had a

We’ll get to it soon.

lot of opportunities with DJing so we angled our lives towards it. Luck has been on our side! B: Yeah, because in the beginning, we were just doing this for fun. I was in advertising for seven years and DJing. Well, it was a hobby but it gradually progressed into a career. We never thought that it’d be a career and now, it is. Having a career that we love and are getting paid for is the best thing that can ever happen to someone. In our hearts we knew that we’ve always wanted to DJ. G: We’re still in our footsteps of trying to get somewhere though.. B: That’s true. Even after winning numerous competitions or playing at various gigs, we’ve never once said, “Oh we’ve made it”. Even until now, although everyone is saying that we’ve made it or how crazy or amazing all of this is, this is just the beginning for us. Of course, OPPOSITE PAGE | THE G&B TAGTEAM: 10 YEARS LATER AND IT’S ONLY THE BEGINNING

personally, this is a milestone for us but we want to do

REVEALED RECORDINGS IS UNDER CLOUD 9 MUSIC (ONE OF THE BIGGEST PUBLISHING HOUSES IN DANCE MUSIC) AND THEY WANTED TO SIGN GOLDFISH & BLINK AS THEIR ARTISTE

better and we want to continue to grow.

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PARTY SMART, PARTY SAFE

DECEMBER 2013

ith the exciting line-up of events that are going to happen this month, we’re sure that many of you are already all geared up to let loose and party. But before you set out to paint the town red with your dancing shoes firmly on your feet, you need to consider some dangers of having way too much fun. Now, we’re not saying that having fun is bad – we’re just saying that these are known issues that would sometimes crop up when you least expect them.

Drunk Driving It’s best that you don’t, and neither should the person who’s driving you to the event. Plan ahead before you leave home – either employ a designated driver or get a cab to pick you up and send you home. There are easy ways to book a cab now with services such as MyTeksi and truth be told, booking a cab beforehand is the safest option just in case your designated driver decides to have one drink too many. Alternatively, you (and your friends) could also pool some money to book a hotel room for a night near the venue especially if the party is located at a faraway place such as Sepang. Just a small price to pay compared to what your life and others’ lives are worth, if you ask us!

Disappearing Act Festivals are always held at big venues, some enough to hold up to 30,000 people. With a crowd that swells to that size and the phone lines conveniently jammed up in and around the venue, it’s the perfect recipe to lose your friends or worse, get lost yourself. If you need to go to places e.g. to get drinks or food, to meet other friends, to get some fresh air, or to go to the washroom, never go alone. Grab a friend to go with you. Also, inform your group of friends if you’re about to walk away for a bit and decide where you’re going to meet up with them again. Don’t let them spend half the time searching high and low for you in a sea of people or

rather, don’t spend half the time searching high and low for your friends in a sea of people, either.

Drug/Alcohol Overdose Control your alcohol intake. While it’s fun to “chase the high” because you want to get “there” as soon as you walk into the festival grounds, you don’t want to be throwing up your guts towards the tail end of the party. Firstly, it’s not a pretty sight. Secondly, it’s a hassle to be babysitting someone who’s obviously drunk off their faces. Limit yourself at all time. If you need to, alternate between non-alcoholic drinks (such as water) and alcoholic drinks and to sip, not gulp. As for drugs, it’s not something we condone but that’s your prerogative. Please be aware of what you’ll be getting yourself into! If you see or know someone who’s drunk or on the brink of overdose, don’t just stand and watch. Get help! Get them water and immediately alert the first-aid station or the paramedics on site.

Eyes Peeled So you’re already limiting your drinks and you’re partying at a low-risk level hence you think that nothing can go wrong. But have you been keeping an eye on your drinks? Growing up, we’ve always been taught to never take things from strangers no matter how much they try to offer it to us. The same teaching should be applied to your drink. Always buy your own drinks so you know exactly what you’re getting and never accept drinks from people – strangers or friends alike. Most drugs used to spike drinks go untraced because they have no smell or taste and by the time anyone realises that they’ve been spiked, it’s too late. And you don’t want to go down that road. Watch your drinks and if you can, watch your friends’ drinks too. That having said, party on, peeps, but party smart and party safe! For the list of events that are happening all throughout this month, check out our events listing on page 56.

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SHORT + SWEET FESTIVAL MALAYSIA 2013

DECEMBER 2013

SHORT SWEET FESTIVAL MALAYSIA 2013 THE “ICE KACANG” OF MALAYSIAN ARTS FESTIVALS SHORT+SWEET IS THE LONGEST COMPETITIVE PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL IN THE COUNTRY WHICH BEGAN IN 2008. TODAY, IT BOASTS PRESENTATIONS IN THESE CATEGORIES; THEATRE, DANCE MUSICAL, STAND-UP COMEDY AND FOR THE FIRST TIME INCLUDES SHORT + SWEET SONG.

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DATUK FARIDAH MERICAN

I ENJOY MUSIC AND FEEL BUDDING SINGERSONG WRITERS NEED AN AVENUE TO EXCEL AND TO BE APPRECIATED. AUDIENCES WILL GET TO EXPERIENCE BITESIZED PERFORMANCES AND VOTE FOR THEIR FAVOURITE

hort + Sweet Song allows bedroom singer-song writers to showcase themselves acoustically on stage. The festival aims at providing a professional platform for emerging and established stand-up comedians, singer-songwriters, composers, lyricists, musical directors, writers, directors, actors, choreographers and dancers to showcase their original ideas and talent. They can present their creative works under 10 minutes each in a collaborative and fun environment. When asked, Short+Sweet Festival Malaysia director and executive producer Datuk Faridah Merican said: “It’s the sixth year of celebrating original content created and presented by talented Malaysians in Penang and Kuala Lumpur. I enjoy music and feel budding singer-song writers need an avenue to excel and to be appreciated. Audiences will get to experience bite-sized performances and vote for their favourite.” Short+Sweet Festival Malaysia 2013 is open to all Malaysians and accepts submissions in all languages of this land. It is designed for anyone who has the desire to experience and delve into the creation of bite-sized performances for stage. Workshops are held in April to create these 10-minute performances. This year, these were facilitated by Alex Broun for Theatre in English, Ashraf Zain for Theatre in Malay, Easee Gan and Lay Chin for Theatre in Chinese; Llewellyn Marsh for Musicals and Michael Xavier Voon for Dance. The festival is perfect for all ages and for anyone who’d like to relish in a variety of performing arts. This year, the audiences will experience nine shortlisted stand-up comedians with nine shortlisted singer-song writers; 10 shortlisted musicals, 24 dance pieces, and 22 theatre performances.

Workshops are held in April to create these 10-minute performances. This year, these were facilitated by Alex Broun for Theatre in English, Ashraf Zain for Theatre in Malay, Easee Gan and Lay Chin for Theatre in Chinese; Llewellyn Marsh for Musicals and Michael Xavier Voon for Dance

Short+Sweet Festival Malaysia 2013’s shortlisted performances are judged by key persons in the creative industries, with over 71 awards to be given to exceptional teams and individuals such as The Best Overall Performance, Best Glitz and Glamour, Best Actor Male and Female, Best Director, Best Choreographer, Best Script, Best Libretto and more. The “Audience’s Choice Awards” will be voted by the rakyat. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ ShortSweetMalaysia.

OPPOSITE PAGE | IT’S ART: MORE THAN JUST DANCING & SINGING AT S+S; THIS PAGE | (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT): S+S DIRECTOR & EXECUTIVE PRODUCER DATUK FARIDAH MERICAN; (FAR RIGHT) S+S PROVIDES A PLATFORM FOR TALENTS TO SHOWCASE THEIR CREATIVE WORKS

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TAKING HIP-HOP FROM THE TOP

DECEMBER 2013

HIP-HOP

“

WHAT BEGAN MORE THAN 30 YEARS AGO SOON BECAME A CERTAIN MOVEMENT AND CULTURE AND IT CONTINUES TO EVOLVE TO THE PRESENT DAY

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OPPOSITE PAGE & THIS PAGE | THE HISTORY OF HIP-HOP: KEITH COWBOY FIRST CREATED THE TERM BY SCAT SINGING THE WORDS “HIP HOP HIP HOP” IN A WAY THAT MIMICKED THE US ARMY SOLDIERS MARCHING; DJ KOOL HERC WAS RECOGNISED AS ONE OF THE EARLIEST HIP-HOP ARTISTES IN THE WORLD. HE WAS ALSO ONE OF THE FIRST MCs IN THE CULTURE.

he term “hip-hop” is often used to refer to rapping but did you know that it’s an entire subculture? Used synonymously with the term, “rap music”, hip-hop also denotes other elements of the culture including deejaying (believe it or not!), MC-ing, beat-boxing, graffiti, and even dancing. This street culture has existed for centuries in all countries, from as early as the late 60s of the 20th century. What began more than 30 years ago soon became a certain movement and culture and it continues to evolve to the present day. The creation of the term is often credited to Keith Cowboy, rapper with Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five and the earliest evidence of the culture can be traced back to New York among black and Latino people. In its infancy, hip-hop has been described as an outlet and a “voice” for the alienated youth of the poorest quarters, reflecting the social, economic, and political realities of their lives. From block parties, the art spilled on the streets and then to the masses, which then took the entertainment industry by storm:

and beat juggling) was championed by DJ Kool Herc, who is generally considered the father of hip-hop.

DJ-ing Block parties incorporated DJs who played popular genres of music, especially funk and soul. The style evolved when DJs began isolating the percussive breaks of popular songs. And because these “breaks” were generally shorts, DJs began using two turntables to extend the breaks. The art of being a turntablist (beat mixing and/or matching

Like an epidemic, the culture has become so widespread over the recent decades that it has penetrated into our lives everywhere. Hip-hop has since infiltrated movies, music videos, gyms, clubs, and even fashion and language. After more than 30 years since the outbreak and development of the culture, it hasn’t showed any signs of slowing down and yes, hip-hop is here to stay, yo!

MC-ing All in the same beat, DJ Kool Herc started making interesting “speech feasts” into the microphone while beat mixing and/or matching and beat juggling. The trend of announcing some rhythmic text while concurrently making music was so well received that people soon started to call him the “master of ceremony” a.k.a. “MC”. It’s the very same trend that we now identify as “rap”. Dancing They say it ain’t no party if there ain’t nobody breaking into some moves. Hip-hop dance is divided into two basic types – old school and new style. The old school includes popping, locking (a la Janet Jackson and her dancers), and breakdance. The new style, on the other hand, is the kind of usually choreographed and very commercial hiphop dance seen in rap, R&B, and pop music videos, and it doesn’t look anything that originated from the streets.

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HIP-HOP DANCER YAN PHOTOS BY KAMIL HAZIQ

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Scan this QR Code and watch Yan of Le’Z crew show you how to bust a move!

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Reverse step. Check out the video of this Hip Hop How-To by scanning the QR code above!

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TIPS FOR THE PARTY NEWBIES

DECEMBER 2013

The Ultimate

Festival Essentials

Going to a festival for the first time? Then you’ll need to know some of what we’d like to call, the festival essentials. It doesn’t sound like a lot but this is the fine line between having the best party you’ve ever had or the worst weekend ever. Here are the top five items that should be on your festival checklist! TISSUES/WET WIPES

While it’s all fun and games, festivals are known to breed the “hot and sweaty” fever. You might want to remember to pack extra tissues or wet wipes. Also, the Portaloos (portable toilets) usually run out of toilet paper within an hour or so. And wet wipes are handy at times when you feel like you’re in a dire need of a shower because you’ve sweated buckets.

MINTS/LOLLIPOPS

Attending a festival means pulling long hours. Mints or lollipops are important to keep yourself (or rather, your mouth) occupied if you’re not planning on drinking all night. It also helps rid the “dry mouth syndrome”. Besides, you can’t go wrong with a little bit of sugar to keep your energy levels up. The main plus point is that mints or lollipops will help stave off beer/bad breath. You’ll thank us later for this tip!

MOBILE PHONE

Huge festivals venues makes for huge crowds. You can imagine how easy it is to get lost in a sea of people and effectively losing your friends for the rest of the day or night. Your mobile phone will be of great use for finding your friends and also, with the advent of amazing smartphone cameras, it will double as a tool for capturing memories. Leave your mobile phone at home and you’ll be in tears even before you set foot into the venue.

LIP BALM CASH + ID

This is a no-brainer. First of all, most festivals don’t accept credit cards and they come equipped with ATMs. So, of course you’d need to bring money and your identification card with you – but it’s not limited to just spending on food and beverages at the venue. Money, especially, should be used as a backup just in case you need to call for a cab. What if your designated driver decides to have one drink too many? Exactly. 54

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One of the many things that is easily ignored but also highly irritating when you’re trying to have fun is dry and cracked lips, usually the first sign of dehydration. Pack a lip balm stick or stuff one in one of your pockets. The good thing is that they’re really tiny and portable so you won’t even notice that it’s there until you really need it. Last but not least, put on your dancing shoes, wear a smile, bring your best party attitude, and you’re all set! Now go soak in the festival vibe.

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DECEMBER 2013

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Funny Party Stories

There is the boring kind of parties, and there is the kind of party where you fall asleep in the garden and have no idea how you got there in the morning. This month, we asked students from Taylor’s College, Sri Hartamas Campus, to share their American Pie moments.

“I have a friend who’s a very light drinker and he had a little too much at one house party. Next thing we know he was playing video games but only in his underwear.”

JOEY WONG (AGE 17) INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME (IBDP)

“We pranked a friend at a party who was asleep by spreading a mix of baking cream and toothpaste on his face, and then told him we were cleaning his face with face wash. He woke up thinking it was really face wash and continued ‘washing’ his face.”

ALICIA CHING JIN NI (AGE 18) INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME (IBDP)

“Some of my friends and I wanted to play a prank on another friend at a party by pulling his pants down in front of everyone. Little did we know, he was not wearing any underwear that day so everyone saw his ‘National Treasure’ when he got de-pants’ed.”

“My mum once bought a birthday cake for my dad and it was shaped like a woman’s body wearing a bikini. When he got the cake, she got him to eat all the ‘interesting’ parts first. It was funny, but at the same time awkward and embarrassing for me!”

MD. ADEEB RAHMAN (AGE 17)

DHANSHINI DEVI VELLAYADEVAN (AGE 18)

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME (IBDP)

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OUT & ABOUT TOWN

DECEMBER 2013

THU - SUN / DEC 5 - 8 10TH PENANG ISLAND JAZZ FESTIVAL 2013

SAT - SUN / NOV 23 - DEC 1 A LITTLE CONVICTION BY JODY LANCASTER

The island of Penang, Malaysia comes alive with music once again as The Penang Island Jazz Festival, this year, celebrates its 10th Anniversary. This year’s festival kicks off with An Evening With Casey Abrams, a one-night only performance by Casey Abrams, the 2011 American Idol Season 10 finalist, on Thursday, 5th December at the Grand Ballroom, Bayview Beach Resort. Casey Abrams is a singer, songwriter, multiinstrumentalist and American Idol (10th season 2011) finalist. He is one of the more memorable finalists in the American Idol programme that is creative/jazz oriented. The opening act for the concert is Malaysia’s own Liyana Fizi. TIME : Visit www.penangjazz.com for more information VENUE : Visit www.penangjazz. com for more information TICKETING : Visit www. ticketpro.com.my for more information

Boy meets girl. Boy and girl fall in love. Boy and girl decide to get married. Boy and girl get an engagement ring. Sounds simple, right? Not so for Henry when he goes to Misha’s shop to buy a ring for Harriet, the love of his life. For some strange reason, Misha and her strange manservant won’t let him buy a ring. Not even Harriet! They need him to do something first but they won’t say what it is. Will Henry make it through the evening? Will love prevail? Or will the marriage be over before it even started? TIME : Visit www.ticketpro. com.my for more information VENUE : The Canvas, Damansara Perdana TICKETING : RM38 (Category 1), RM33 (Category 2), RM23 (Student), RM23 (Senior Citizen), RM23 (Disabled), RM23 (Matinee) via www.ticketpro.com.my

next-generation interactivity. This year Thirst pushes this philosophy further and turns the spotlight away from the stage and shines it on the thousands of people who come together every year to make Thirst such an exhilarating and unique experience. Over the next few weeks we’ll be asking our music fans to participate in a range of activities designed to stamp their imprint and personality on Heineken Thirst this December. TIME : 4pm onwards VENUE : Sepang International Circuit TICKETING : RM118 (Early Bird), RM148 (Pre-Sale), RM188 (Door Sale), RM248 (VIP) via boxtix.asia/events/thirst-2013/

FRI - SUN / DEC 13 - 22 MARRYING ME, A NEW MUSICAL With everyone around her tying the knot, ambitiously single Stephanie just wants to say “I don’t.” But her mother and meddling aunt have other ideas. As tragedy looms, Stephanie is forced to turn to an old flame to make her mother’s “dying” wish come true. With six Boh Cameronian Arts Awards in Musical Theatre between the team, the musical genius of Onn San meets the distinctively Malaysian writing of Mark Beau de Silva in a new musical comedy. Capably brought to life by a powerhouse cast led by Stephanie Van Driesen, it features musical direction by Stephen Tok with choreography by Lex Lakshman Balakrishnan. MARRYING ME is directed by Christopher Ling. TIME : Visit www.ticketpro.com.my for more information VENUE : Stage 2, Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC) TICKETING : RM33 (Student/TAS Card), RM53 (Adult)

THU - SUN / DEC 12 - 15 SEUSSICAL JR Enfiniti Academy are looking to bring out the best in the creative talents of Malaysia through their upcoming Broadway musical “Seussical”. The musical, which is inspired by the words of Dr Seuss and has music by Stephen Flaherty, will be performed under professional settings with full licencing at the PJLA from the 12th to the 15th of December. Seussical Jr. The Musical follows the adventures of Horton, an elephant who discovers a tiny race of creatures known as The Whos living in a tiny speck of dust. Seussical is a family friendly show with quirky music written by American composer, Stephen Flaherty and has lyrics written by Tony Award winner Lynn Ahrens. They both also authored the book. TIME : 3:30pm VENUE : PJLA, Jaya One TICKETING : RM63 via http://www.tix.my/ PJLA13T1A/Performance.php 56

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SAT / DEC 14 THIRST 2013 Thirst has built a reputation for providing uncompromising and unconventional music experiences, Heineken Thirst returns on Saturday, 14 December at Sepang International Circuit with its most extensive and eclectic list of stars to date. Spread across two massive stages, the line-up includes a thrilling mix of established names and emerging leftfield electronic artistes. Thirst has been both a pioneer and a trailblazer in bringing a new standard to music events in Malaysia. In doing so it has created a radical and scene defining mix of international, regional and local music icons at custom built festival sites featuring futuristic bars and

FRI - SUN / DEC 6 - 15 THE BIG BAD WOLF BOOK SALE The world’s BIGGEST book sale returns to the Klang Valley with three million books! With every book at 75%-95% off retail price and countless treasures waiting to be discovered, no hearty of the Big Bad Wolf should miss out. And just like the previous instalment, this year’s sale will also go on around the clock – yes, 24 hours nonstop!The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale is proudly organised by BookXcess. TIME : 6am (Dec 6) - 9pm (Dec 15) VENUE : MIECC at The Mines, Seri Kembangan TICKETING : FOC

PUNK POP PERFORMERS HEART-A-TACK PHOTOS BY KAMIL HAZIQ

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HEART-A-TACK GAINED MUCH OF ITS INSPIRATION AND INFLUENCE FROM LOCAL BANDS HERE SUCH AS HUJAN AND BUNKFACE

n 2007, six high school students with a shared passion for punk and metal-core music began their humble roots, performing at proms and shows at school. A year later, they started playing gigs in and around Kuala Lumpur before eventually recording their first album ‘Don’t Rush Perfection’. Like the album title suggests, the punk/pop band has weathered six years of trials and tribulations to achieve its standing in the Malaysian metal-core scene today. Along the way, Heart-A-Tack was awarded the Astro Hitz Music Video Grant to produce its first music video titled ‘Hilangkan’ in 2011. It was this year however, that the band made some very big strides in its career. Most notably is in being the opening act for American alternative rock band Red Jumpsuit Apparatus’ concert in Thailand. It also toured with punk rock band Bunkface around the country middle of this year and next year it will open for Mayday Parade, a pop punk band from Florida, USA. 2013 also saw the release of its 2nd EP titled ‘Masih Aktif’ Heart-A-Tack gained much of its inspiration and influence from local bands here such as Hujan and Bunkface. It’s rare yet refreshing to find out that the

more senior Malaysian bands are beginning to have more influence as role models to the newer ones. Heart-A-Tack is not shy of admitting that Malaysia has great talents and potential in the music industry. When asked about the band’s name, Heart-A-Tack frontman Ayeen told Campus Plus it is “to surprise people with what we can do on stage”. “For us, showmanship on stage is important, and expressing ourselves on stage is everything”. Ayeen also expressed his concern about the challenges faced by bands in Malaysia, the most recurring one being a lack of venues to perform. All in all, Heart-A-Tack is an example of a hardworking band making its way to success no matter what the odds are. “There’s no shortcut to success. We plan to take our band as far as we can go” said Ayeen. Check out Heart-A-Tack at: • www.heartatack.net • facebook.com/HeartATackBand • youtube.com/HeartATackBand DEC 2013 | CAMPUS PLUS |

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ALBUM RELEASES AND REVIEWS

DECEMBER 2013

REVIEWS

PRISM KATY PERRY

The voice behind the quirky hit Teenage Dream is back and we have a feeling she’s going to spawn more hits with the release of her new

ARTPOP LADY GAGA

Call her what you want but Lady Gaga has always had a way with us. Maybe it’s her outrageous outfits or her “care less for what the world thinks of her” attitude but 40 million Twitter followers

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album, Prism. When she announced that she was working on Prism, she said that it reflects changes in both her personal life and her music. That saying is true with anthem-like Roar, where she sings about surviving a trauma – her divorce with Russell Brand, perhaps? Her second favourite song off the album, Unconditionally also became our second favourite as it strips away her quirkiness and focuses on raw talent – the strength of her voice in a ballad. Other songs such as Birthday, Walking on Air, and International Smile lives up perfectly to Katy’s cotton candy reputation. Believe us, you want to own this one!

(and more fans unaccounted for) can’t be wrong! Aura, for example, is a sure sign that a combination of Lady Gaga and young German DJ/ producer Zedd can never go wrong. For the first track off ARTPOP, it may be a little hard to digest but it does grow on you after a while. The Mama Monster then steps into funky R&B and classic disco territory with Do What U Want, featuring R. Kelly. A collaboration with R. Kelly? Yes, believe it. Then there’s Swine, a feisty, up-tempo track that has such high energy that it’s impossible to not love. EDM fans, we believe Swine is made for you.

BANGERZ MILEY CYRUS

Bad press, crazy antics, and twerking aside, we couldn’t go without checking out Miley Cyrus’ Bangerz. We’ve all heard We Can’t Stop prior to

UNIVERSAL RELIGION 7 ARMIN VAN BUUREN

There are dance music compilations and then there are dance music compilations that were personally handpicked and mixed by trance celestial being, Armin van Buuren. Like most of the tracks off Armada, the ones in Universal Religion 7 features

the official release of the album because of the amount of airplay it got across our radio stations. And don’t even pretend it didn’t get you shamelessly singing, Ladadidadi for weeks. Just like We Can’t Stop, Wrecking Ball is just as infectious despite the less than favourable music video. Also, we’re not sure why good songs like #GETITRIGHT wasn’t released as a single of its own because it’s fun and it’s sexy – much more so than Wrecking Ball. But that’s just our opinion. All in all, there’s nothing Hannah Montana about Bangerz, that’s for sure. In fact, Miley shadows Ke$ha quite well in this album. But hey, she’s 20 and so let her experiment with whatever she wants!

tracks laced with non-digital musical instrument elements e.g. piano, strings, drums. And in the Armin van Buuren style you would expect, the compilation (featuring works from ØrjanNilsen, Andrew Rayel, Dash Berlin, Simon Patterson, Shogun, etc.) takes on a well-orchestrated build-up that allows a listener to go on a journey – at least in Disc 1. Come Disc 2 of “Universal Religion 7”, the tables turn and the tracks get a little darker. You’d imagine it as the night getting later thus the need for more driving tracks. Just remember to stop and breathe despite the speed of the journey. Best Armin van Buuren compilation to date? Hands down.

ALBUM RELEASES AND REVIEWS

DECEMBER 2013

The 20/20 Experience Part II

Justin Timberlake A show of hands please Justin Timberlake fans who liked the first part of The 20/20 Experience!

ood. Then you’re going to absolutely love The 20/20 Experience Part II or what we’d like to call, the after party. Whatever that the first CD didn’t have is all made up for in this second instalment as it opens with Gimme What I Don’t Know (I Want). The song was made to showcase JT’s vocals over a dark, dance tempo. Then there’s the club-worthy Take Back The Night which clearly draws the line between the

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mood of The 20/20 Experience Part I and The 20/20 Experience Part II. Followed by the groovy You Got It On and finally closing with Not A Bad Thing, which wouldn’t fail to bring long-time JT fans to “back in the day” with its 90s pop-sounding production. Truth be told. The 20/20 Experience Part II is going to make you forget that the first part ever existed.

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REVIEWS

MECHANICAL BULL KINGS OF LEON

If there’s one thing that we respect Kings of Leon for, it’s their ability to remain down-to-earth and true to themselves even after a handful of

albums and sweeping charts with their 2008 hit, Use Somebody. Yes, you remember that one, don’t you? Their new album, Mechanical Bull opens with guitar-work-laden Wait for Me and Supersoaker, with the latter standing out (or rather, rocking out) more than the former. Beautiful War also managed to prick our ears despite it sounding a little bit more mellow, like a rock n’ roll ballad. Fans and new Kings of Leon listeners are also going to enjoy chilling out to Family Tree – we know we did. Was Mechanical Bull hard to love? Quite the opposite, actually. Easily one of our favourite albums of 2013.

CHAPMAN SQUARE / CHAPTER II LAWSON

Decent pop-rock music has no bound and Lawson is living proof of that. Chapman Square / Chapter II is, as you might’ve already guessed, the

extension of Chapman Square. The album opens with Standing In The Dark, a bittersweet song about the one who got away. You could say that Chapman Square / Chapter II does, indeed, open on a sad note. But wait, not all hope is lost. The album then takes on a complete opposite vibe with Taking Over Me, which is as bubbly and happy as pop-rock music can get. And when you’re done snapping your fingers to the catchy tune, turn your attention to Brokenhearted, a pleasant collaboration between the Lawson boys and B.o.B. There’s also a series of acoustic versions of the originals in Chapman Square / Chapter II which are worth mentioning such as Stolen, When She Was Mine, Standing In The Dark, and Taking Over Me. What can we say? Chapman Square / Chapter II is our new guilty pleasure.

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THE LATEST IN KOREAN POP MUSIC

DECEMBER 2013

Taking The Leap With

INFINITE

Recently, K-Pop idol boy group INFINITE was in town as part of their “2013 Infinite 1st World Tour ONE GREAT STEP”. While we know that the concert, held in Stadium Negara was amazing, we were also invited to the press conference to meet the boys -- Sunggyu, Dongwoo, Sungyeol, Sungjong, Woohyun, Hoya and L. -- for the first time! The seven dapperlooking boys excitedly greeted members of the media before moving on to a Q&A session.

ess than a year after its Malaysian debut, South Korean band Lunafly made its way back to our shores for yet another exclusive showcase titled, 365 With Lunafly. Organised by M.E. Malaysia, the event, held at Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus Malaysia, was also to celebrate Lunafly’s first anniversary. The intimate 365 With Lunafly was split into two sessions – the “Superhero Day” show and the “Fly to Love” night show. A super treat for Lukies (as Lunafly’s fans are called). Across the two showcases, Lunafly boys Sam, Teo, and Yun prepared original songs that were crowd favourites as well as some covers.

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AMPUS+: What’s your impression of Malaysia so far? INFINITE: This is our second time that we’re visiting Malaysia. The first time was during the 27th Golden Disk Awards in Kuala Lumpur earlier in 2013. We’re so nervous but also happy to be here for our One Great Step concert. The fans in Malaysia are amazing and we’re happy to be back. C+: Would you say that your hit song, Destiny, met your expectations? And why? I: Firstly, it was more than we expected! We really appreciate our fans’ support despite the differences in our respective culture. The music video for Destiny was shot in Universal Studios in the United States and we were the first South Koreans to have had the permission to do so.

The response to that has been amazing and we thank our fans so much for that. C+: Do you remember what it was like to kick off your One Great Step World Tour concert in Seoul? What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you think about that concert? I: The One Great Step World Tour concert in Seoul was a defining moment for us because we’ve been waiting for that and that was a dream come true. We’ve worked very hard to make this happen. The kick-off in Seoul was fun and we had such a good time. C+: What is the one thing you would say that’s most impressive about touring all around the world for your One Great Step tour? I: Of course, being able to tour all over the

365 With

Lunafly Lukies gushed over Lunafly’s live performances of Seeing You or Missing You, How Nice Would It Be, One More Step, as well as covers such as Pink’s Just Give Me A Reason, Qing Fei De Yi, BSB’s As Long As You Love Me, Ne-Yo’s With You, and Justin Timberlake’s Mirrors, just to say the least. Needless to say, by the time the showcase was over, the fans were dancing and singing along.

Lunafly’s 354 With Lunafly event wrapped up with a birthday cake-cutting ceremony to mark Lunafly’s milestone. But the surprises didn’t end there! Malaysian Lukies also prepared a special fan video for the boys, which was done in collaboration with fellow Lukies from around the world. A meaningful affair and sign of greater times to come for the South Korean band!

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K-POP CHART

world is such great fun but if we were to choose what’s most impressive, we’d pick Bangkok, Thailand because the fans there were the most energetic. And we’ll never forget how the fans prepared for us and our concert. C+: Where did the name One Great Step come from? What does it stand for? I: When Neil Armstrong first landed on the moon, he said, “That’s one small step for man but one giant leap for mankind”. So, we chose the phrase to be applied to our concert’s concept. It’s one giant leap for us as well because it’s one giant international leap for us to hold concerts worldwide! C+: What truly motivates you boys to step up on stage to give a great performance? I: We just enjoy being on stage and the motivation comes from our fans, especially when they respond to and enjoy our performances as well. Our fans are our biggest motivation.

C+: What are the pros and cons of, or rather, the biggest difference between performing with your members (as INFINITE) and taking the stage solo? I: When all of us are on stage as INFINITE and all the members are together, we’re able to shine and show all our different colours. But when we perform solo, it does get kind of lonely. C+: Finally, what are INFINITE’s future plans for 2014 once the One Great Step World Tour has wrapped up? I: In gratitude to our fans all over the world, we would like to thank them for their love and support. We’ll come back with a new song in 2014. Please look forward to that! And we look forward to our fans’ support and love for that. Special thanks to IME Productions for the exclusive media invitations.

EVERYBODY

YOU DON`T KNOW LOVE

MYSTERY

THE RED SHOES

FIRST LOVE

ABOUT ME

NO.9

10 MINS BEFORE BREAK UP

TWENTY FIVE, TWENTY ONE

SHINEE | EVERYBODY

K.WILL | WILL IN FALL

PARK JIYOON | MR.

IU | MODERN TIMES

BUSKER BUSKER | BUSKER BUSKER

IM CHANGJEONG | ABOUT ME

T-ARA | AGAIN

JUNG JOONYOUNG | SPOTLESS MIND

JAURIM | GOODBYE, GRIEF.

SORRY SHIN SEUNG HOON | I’VE CHANGED A LOT

WEEK OF NOVEMBER 8

REVIEWS CHEMISTRY

THE 3RD ALBUM, PT. 1.

TROUBLE MAKER

K.WILL

Sexy duo HyunA (of K-Pop idol girl group 4Minute) and Hyunseung (of K-Pop idol boy group B2ST) are back to redefine provocation with a new EP, Chemistry. The first track titled, Now (There Is No Tomorrow) is catchy and we imagined that it was made to suit some epic choreography. However, what really got our attention was, Turn Up The Volume! Although the name suggests a fast-paced song, it’s in fact quite the opposite as the melody is accompanied by an acoustic guitarstrumming and some R&B vibe. There’s also that song that features Flowsik (of Aziatix) titled, I Like which we love for its electronic dance music influenced beats. HyunA could’ve done with a little less auto-tune on this one though. But don’t take our word for it – if you love ‘em, pick this one up!

It appears that K.Will is well on his way to becoming South Korea’s next “King of Ballads” and with the release of The 3rd Album, Pt. 1 it’s pretty evident. K.Will continues to put a lot of heart and soul into his work, making his music extremely beautiful. Songs like Please Don’t… and Butterfly will pull at your heartstrings and almost make you feel what he must’ve felt while he was composing them even if it’s fictional. He then brandishes his host of skills and talent with Come to My Crib and Hey You, two songs which touch on a distinct R&B vibe and flirts a little with being slightly hip-hop. One thing’s for certain, K.Will doesn’t compromise his gift as a vocalist across all songs on this album! So, when do we get to listen to The 3rd Album, Pt. 2.?

SOURCE: MNET.COM

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THE LATEST CINEMA FLICKS

DECEMBER 2013

PREVIEWS

ENOUGH SAID

STARRING: JULIA LOUIS-DREYFUS JAMES GANDOLFINI CATHERINE KEENER RELEASE: 5TH DECEMBER 2013

THE WOLF OF WALL STREET STARRING: LEONARDO DICAPRIO JONAH HILL MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY KYLE CHANDLER RELEASE: 5TH DECEMBER 2013

A divorced and single parent, Eva (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) spends her days enjoying work as a masseuse but dreading her daughter’s impending departure for college. She meets Albert (James Gandolfini) – a sweet guy who’s also facing an empty nest. As their romance quickly blossoms, Eva befriends Marianne (Catherine Keener), her new massage client. Marianne is a beautiful poet who seems “almost perfect” except for one quality: she rags on her exhusband way too much. Suddenly, Eva finds herself doubting her own relationship with Albert as she learns the truth about Marianne’s ex.

THE HOBBIT: THE DESOLATION OF SMAUG STARRING: IAN MCKELLEN CATE BLANCHETT ORLANDO BLOOM CHRISTOPHER LEE HUGO WEAVING ELIJAH WOOD ANDY SERKIS EVANGELINE LILLY RELEASE: 12TH DECEMBER 2013

“The Hobbit” follows the journey of Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor, which was long ago conquered by the dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of 13 dwarves led by the legendary warrior, Thorin Oakensheild. Their journey will take them into the Wild; through treacherous lands swarming with goblins and orcs, deadly wargs and giant spiders, shapeshifters and sorcerers.

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Based on the memoir of the same name by Jordan Belfort, “The Wolf Of Wall Street” is about a slick-talking, hotshot stock broker who referred to himself as a king. During the day, Belfort chunked out thousands of dollar only to spend it all on drugs, sex and a globetrotting spree. But, the brokerage firm, Stratton Oakmont, quickly turned out to be one of the biggest scandals in its time. Belfort was jailed for selling purportedly profitable stocks at inflated prices.

47 RONIN

STARRING: KEANU REEVES HIROYUKI SANADA TADANOBU ASANO RINKO KIKUCHI RELEASE: 19TH DECEMBER 2013

From ancient Japan’s most enduring tale, the epic 3D fantasy adventure 47 Ronin is born. Keanu Reeves leads the cast as Kai, an outcast who joins Oishi (Hiroyuki Sanada), the leader of the 47 outcast samurai. Together they seek vengeance upon the treacherous overlord who killed their master and banished their kind. To restore honour to their homeland, the warriors embark upon a quest that challenges them with a series of trials that would destroy ordinary warriors.

PREVIEWS

OUT OF FURNACE

STARRING: CHRISTIAN BALE CASEY AFFLECK ZOE SALDANA RELEASE: 12TH DECEMBER 2013

CONTROL

STARRING: DANIEL WU YAO CHEN LEON DAI SIMON YAM KARA HUI YING HONG RELEASE: 12TH DECEMBER 2013

When Rodney Baze mysteriously disappears and law enforcement fails to follow through, his older brother, Russell, takes matters into his own hands to find justice.

Set in an unnamed modern metropolis in Asia, and sometime in the near future, Control is the first Chinese co-production to feature a stylish computer-generated contemporary visual world, encapsulating a riveting story, a stellar cast and an exceptional original score.

THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY

WALKING WITH DINOSAURS

STARRING: BEN STILLER KRISTIN WIIG SHIRLEY MACLAINE

STARRING: JUSTIN LONG TIYA SIRCAR CHARLIE ROWE

RELEASE: 25TH DECEMBER 2013

RELEASE: 19TH DECEMBER 2013

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty is an adventure-comedy celebrating the true potential in everyone. Walter Mitty (Ben Stiller, who also directs) leads a life filled with adventure and romanceâ&#x20AC;Ś but only in his serial daydreaming. In reality, he is a timid photo processor at a magazine. But when his job is put on the line, Walter must at last spring into action and he soon finds himself on a global adventure, living a life more extraordinary than he could have ever dreamed.

For the first time in movie history, audiences will truly see and feel what it was like when dinosaurs ruled the Earth. WALKING WITH DINOSAURS is the ultimate immersive experience, utilising state of the art, photo-real 3D to put audiences in the middle of a thrilling and epic prehistoric world, where an underdog dinosaur triumphs to become a hero for the ages. Based on the massively successful TV series and live show, which has grossed more than $250 million in box office worldwide.

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DECEMBER 2013

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From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, the second in a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. The three films tell a continuous story set in Middle-earth 60 years before “The Lord of the Rings,” which Jackson and his filmmaking team brought to the big screen in the blockbuster trilogy that culminated with the Oscar®winning “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.” The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug continues the adventure of the title character Bilbo Baggins as he journeys with the Wizard Gandalf and thirteen Dwarves, led by Thorin Oakenshield, on an epic quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain and the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor. 64

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Having survived the beginning of their unexpected journey, the Company continues East, encountering along the way the skin-changer Beorn and a swarm of giant Spiders in the treacherous forest of Mirkwood. After escaping capture by the dangerous Wood-elves, the Dwarves journey to Lake-town, and finally to the Lonely Mountain itself, where they must face the greatest danger of all—a creature more terrifying than any other; one which will test not only the depth of their courage but the limits of their friendship and the wisdom of the journey itself—the Dragon Smaug.

For more information, visit www.thehobbit-asia.com

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DECEMBER 2013

wellness Curbing The

Post-Party Blues

Sure, you’re prepared to party hard all throughout the entire month of December. But are you prepared for the post-party blues? What’s that? Well, have you got a pounding headache? Is your body aching all over like you’ve just pulled several all-nighters? Are you feeling parched and dehydrated one second and then horribly bloated the next? Yup, post-party blues. Curb them with these handy pointers:

NOW, PIG OUT!

SLEEP IN LOADS

Believe it or not, no matter how young or invincible you think you are, your body needs rest. Lack of rest will lead to worse things such

After getting enough rest and liquid into your system, it’s now time to chow down. No hangover no more? Great! Try eating

as you eventually falling sick and clearly, we don’t want

a full, hearty meal. In fact, eat as much as possible

any of that! So sleep in as much as humanly possible the

because this will help whatever remaining alcohol (if

day after a massive party. Pop some multi-vitamins – it

any) metabolise at a faster rate. In short, food will not

helps. But if you’re finding it difficult to sleep, then at the

only help you stay energised but also help you rid your

very least stay in bed and do nothing for a couple of hours.

body of alcohol quicker. Your body will thank you for this once it has fully recovered from the post-party blues.

DRINK, DRINK, DRINK WORK THAT SWEAT

And by that, we don’t mean continue to drink way too much alcohol. You’ve already reduced the mineral levels in your body so

now it’s time to replace them! Drink plenty of plain

After you’ve done all of the above, it’s time to sweat it out. Working out will help increase your body’s blood flow which will help break down

water throughout the day to flush out toxins and also,

toxins. Hit the gym and get on the treadmill for at least

pick up a couple of cans of isotonic/sports drinks.

20 minutes. If you’re not really up for that, then do light

Why isotonic/sports drinks? They’re usually filled to

exercises such as light jogging, brisk walking, or sit-ups.

the top with electrolytes that will help replenish and

Anything to increase your blood circulation and metabolism.

restore muscular and nerve function to their normal

After that, take a nice cold shower and you’re all done!

levels. Also, stay away from any caffeinated beverages because they’re diuretic and will aggravate dehydration.

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ESCAPE TO THE LAND OF THE RISING SUN

DECEMBER 2013

THE TOKYO DIARIES

Traverse one of the world’s most expensive cities on a shoestring? As Biebs would put it, “Never say never!”

bustling city in all its colourful quirkiness and eccentricities, Tokyo is still one of the most sought-after destinations in Asia. You may have thought that a big budget would’ve been necessary, but armed with a pocketful of dreams and only RM1200, one can indeed enjoy Cosplay-central without a lifetime’s worth of savings. IS ACCOMMODATION EXPENSIVE? Not if you don’t want it to be. There are many budget inns and accommodations around the city that cost an average of JPY2200 per night (that’s RM88). Pick one that’s walking distance from the subway stations, and you’re set for the entire trip. Khaosan Tokyo Ninja is a pleasant 10-minute walk from Asakusa-bashi station, comes equipped with free Wi-Fi and throws occasional Ramen Parties.

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P H OTOS BY S H A H

OPPOSITE PAGE | (TOP) METROPOLITAN: THE CONSTANTLY BUSY YET BEAUTIFUL CITY OF TOKYO AT DUSK THIS PAGE | (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP) LIKE A FAIRYTALE: TOKYO DISNEYLAND BY DAY & BY NIGHT; A SPLASH OF GOLDEN BROWN HUES IN AUTUMN; THE HUSTLE & BUSTLE OF TOKYO; TRULY A WALK IN THE PARK; THE ICONIC TOKYO TOWER LIKE A BEACON IN THE DARK; JAPANESE CUISINE IS A MUST-HAVE

GETTING AROUND Taking the subway is the best (and cheapest) way to see Tokyo. There are many interconnected lines, so plan your trip in a similar direction to save money and time. A day’s transport may cost a rough RM15. Remember to align your flight arrival time so you won’t miss the last train to the city. FREE SIGHTS & SOUNDS! Bask in the buzz of unlimited pedestrians and traffic at Shibuya, the world’s busiest junction. Grab a cuppa from Shibuya’s Starbucks and watch life go by from above. The Imperial Palace is free for all, and you can spend a few hours in the vast gardens on the palace grounds. In autumn, it’s the perfect venue for a picnic lunch amongst the red golden foliage. Japan’s funkiest can be found in the streets of Harajuku and Takeshita. Walk amongst Cosplayers and explore the graffiti-covered streets. Check out the many 390yen shops and 100yen Daiso shops that offer so much for so little yen.

If tranquility and beauty are what you seek, then the charming shrines around Tokyo are perfect! Meiji Shrine is one of the most popular and beautiful shrines. Visit on Sundays, and you may be able to witness a traditional Japanese wedding ceremony.

Sukiya are safe and affordable choices. A bowl of noodles may cost about RM12. Opt for convenience stores (7-11, Lawson, and Family Mart) that offer full meals for below RM10. IT CAN BE DONE!

GET DISCOUNTS Tokyo Disneyland is the place where dreams come true, for a hefty price. Opt for the Starlight Pass which saves you RM52 (entry from 3pm onwards), and make sure you catch the 8pm fireworks on weekends. Whilst everyone usually head towards the famous Tokyo Tower, walk to the World Trade Building to see Tokyo’s breathtaking skyline AND the Tokyo Tower in all its splendour. Buy your tickets online and it’ll only cost JPY500 (RM20).

With substantial planning and research, Tokyo is a wonderful city that can be explored with a small budget, without compromising on attractions and fun!

EAT CHEAP! Look out for ‘quick eat’ restaurants - those with a vending machine in front. Yoshinoya and

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fooddirectory by shah

DINING IN THE PULSE OF THE CITY PHOTOS BY KAMIL HAZIQ

Class Culinary With

Fine dining and partying are two sides of a story only Marquee has to tell

here are two sides to almost everything in this world; a coin, a story, and even a personality. Marquee Lounge Kuala Lumpur has two stories to tell. One in the day time, and one after the sun sets. The ‘Mask of Marquee’ emphasises two contrasting colours of white and black, hence lies within a dual personality. By day, Marquee takes on the role of a restaurant that dish out exquisite food with distinctive signatures, made by the chef, on local delicacies. By night, what seemed like a quiet lounge transforms into a nightlife hotspot that prides itself on entertaining clubbers and partygoers alike. Campus Plus was invited to try out four of their signature dishes this month. As an appetiser, we were first served their ‘Avomelo Salad’. The salad had a sour tinge to it and was not heavily drenched, but had an ample amount of dressing with slices of green apple added to it. The next dish that came along voted ‘best Sarawak Laksa in town’ and we can say that it lives up to that title. It had a 68

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The ‘Mask of Marquee’ emphasises two contrasting colours of white and black, hence lies within a dual personality. Marquee is in the centre of the busiest part of town, or the ‘Times Square’ of Kuala Lumpur if you will.

THIS PAGE | (FROM TOP): OUTDOOR DINING AT MARQUEE LOUNGE; AVOMELO SALAD

THIS PAGE | (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP): THIS IS NO DIVE BAR AS YOU CAN SEE; THE JUICY TOMMY GUN BURGER; VOTED BEST SARAWAK LAKSA IN TOWN

bursting flavour and came with a generous portion that will leave you satisfied after just one bowl. If you’re a fan of nasi lemak, you might want to try out Marquee’s version of it, which is presented in a unique way using part of a Bird Of Paradise plant to hold the chicken rendang that comes with the dish. The best was saved for last. Our 4-course meal concluded with Marquee’s Tommy Gun Burger, an honest grilled burger patty served over two thick slices of French Toast and smothered with brown gravy accompanied by a side of fries. Nestled in BB Park along Jalan Bukit Bintang (opposite Low Yat Plaza’s main entrance), Marquee is in the centre of the busiest part of town, or the ‘Times Square’ of Kuala Lumpur if you will. The place does not share its spotlight with other clubs like the ones nearby along Jalan Changkat Bukit Bintang. It’s in a league of its own and it was proved to us with their sensational food.

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READS AND RELEASES

bookshelf compiled by lainey

DECEMBER 2013

Doctor Sleep AUTHOR: STEPHEN KING

On highways across America, a tribe of people called the True Knot travel in search of sustenance. They look harmless – mostly old, lots of polyester, and married to their RVs. But as Dan Torrance knows, and spunky 12-year-old Abra Stone learns, the True Knot are quasi-immortal, living off the steam that children with the shining produce when they are slowly tortured to death. Haunted by the inhabitants of the Overlook Hotel, where he spent one horrific childhood year, Dan has been drifting for decades, desperate to shed his father’s legacy of despair, alcoholism, and violence. Finally, he settles in a New Hampshire town, an AA community that sustains him, and a job at a nursing home where his remnant shining power provides the crucial final comfort to the dying. Aided by a prescient cat, he becomes “Doctor Sleep.”

The Letter Ji AUTHOR: JI HYUN JUNG

All Ji knows is that she will love her life. Period. There are no conditions about it. Joy is the very core of her. This is the journey of how she got here and how she knows that she will stay here. People ask her all the time why and how she is this way. She thinks they think she’s crazy. She thinks she is, too. Yet, people also want to know where she gets it. It is kind of intriguing watching a 21-year-old not drink a sip of alcohol and laugh at things like rain. It looks weird. She gets it. She also grins. Little do they know that Ji used to despise laughter. She thought it was stupid, ugly, loud, unnecessary, and most certainly weak. Ji is not who she was. When this young woman would share her story of love, grace, redemption, and survival, she was also often told to write about it. So she finally did, and she wants you to have this, too.

Wedding Night AUTHOR: SOPHIE KINSELLA

Following the success of her chick lit series, author Sophie Kinsella is back with yet another instalment of crazy. I say crazy because the women in her writings are usually over-thetop. In “Wedding Night” the story revolves around two sisters, Fliss (the elder sister) and Lottie (the younger sister). And just as how age would normally define characters in a story, Fliss, an amazing travel editor, is grown up and realistic about life while Lottie is full of hopes and dreams with a lot of growing up to do. Perhaps the fact that Fliss is a recently divorced mother of one also contributes to how different she is from her younger sister – a bit wiser and also, more bitter.

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Then comes this one crazy month where Lottie finds love again after a string of failed relationships and who should it be but her first love. Convinced that this is definitely it, she runs away with him to a place where they first met, Greece, to consummate their relationship. Their family and friends are horrified and Fliss is of course not pleased. And because she knows that Lottie can be impulsive, she takes off to follow them to Greece and concocts an elaborate scheme to sabotage their wedding. Without throwing in too many spoilers, I’d just like to say that “Wedding Night” is not so much about how it ends, but about the journey. Delightful right till the last word.

PREVIEW OF TERRARIA

DECEMBER 2013

games by shah

In With The Old, In With The New WHEN YOU MIX A TIMELESS CLASSIC LIKE SUPER MARIO TOGETHER WITH SOMETHING INNOVATIVE LIKE MINECRAFT, YOU GET TERRARIA

he title is derived from the word ‘Terra’ or ‘Terrain’, which means land or the surface area of a planet. In Terraria, you can create your own character and world, much like what you can do in Mojang’s Minecraft. You start off by mining resources to make tools, armour, weapons, a house, furniture, facilities (bathtubs included!), and more. Then, use those tools to hack your way into caves, mines, and to the very core of the world itself! Retro gamers will appreciate the 8-bit graphics and side-scrolling action. If you’re wondering what separates this game from being a Minecraft rip-off, we have the answer. After several hours into the game, we discovered that there are many more types of foes to battle, ranging from runoff-the-mill zombies to floating eyeballs. But don’t worry, there’s a wide variety of weapons and armour at your disposal, if you can find the materials to make them! With the right stuff, you can craft dozens of weapons, from a simple bow and arrow to grenade launchers, and even *SPOILER ALERT* a Breaker Blade, much like the one used by Cloud Strife of Final Fantasy VII! Monsters in the game are not limited to the standard fare of mobs. Players could get a chance encounter with powerful boss monsters like the dreaded Eye Of Cthulhu or the Eater Of Worlds. We’ll leave out the details so you can experience those epic boss battles for yourself. Terraria developer Re-Logic has brilliantly fused old and new, as well as their own touches, to create a beautiful and satisfying game that will keep you going for hours on end. If you’re not so sure about it, look for a demo online and try it before you buy it. But you can take our word that you won’t be disappointed! CAMPUS PLUS |

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PLUG INTO THE FUTURE OF TECH

DECEMBER 2013

12 DAYS OF

CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR GEEKS 03 iPad Mini

01 SAMSUNG GALAXY S4 LTE

The best gifts come in small packages. An iPad Mini is quite literally the best gift that comes in a small package. There’s up to 10 hours of battery life (on full usage) and even an option to get one that comes with WiFi + cellular capabilities. Just get a sim card with a data package and you’re good to go! Who says bigger is better. WEBSITE : STORE.APPLE.COM/MY/BUY-IPAD/IPAD-MINI RRP : FROM RM999

Pretty soon 3G will be phased out to give way to the future of mobile data that is 4G. Being its flagship device, Samsung’s Galaxy S4 LTE is a safe gift that will surely make anyone, gadget geek or not, happy. With a connection faster than Santa’s sleigh, never again will there be long loading screens on a browser or YouTube buffering that takes forever. WEBSITE : WWW.SAMSUNG.COM/MY/CONSUMER/ MOBILE-DEVICES/SMARTPHONE/ANDROID-OS/GTI9505ZWAXME RRP : RM2,499

V-MODA CROSSFADE M-100 For the geek that’s particular about audio, look into V-Moda’s stylish Crossfade M100 headphones. It features a 50mm dualdiaphragm driver with inner and outer rings that separate the bass from bleeding into the mids and highs to give clear and accurate sound. Indestructible STEELFLEX headband makes the cans durable enough to follow you on all your adventures. Customisation is also an option. Choose from more than five different ear-cup shield logos and colours OR get it engraved to give your Crossfade M-100 a personal touch. WEBSITE : V-MODA.COM/CROSSFADE-M-100/ RRP : RM1,240

02 Xbox One Again, the only reason to choose an Xbox over the PlayStation 4 is solely based on the exclusive titles you are looking for. Aside from that, we think graphical performance and connectivity between the two consoles don’t have that big of a gap. Confirmed exclusive titles include Halo 5, Titanall, and Dead Rising 3, to name a few. WEBSITE : WWW.XBOX.COM/EN-US/XBOX-ONE/INNOVATION RRP : RM1,600

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SONY PLAYSTATION 4 04 This is probably at the top of every gaming geek’s Christmas wish list this year (Next to the Xbox One). The highly anticipated console features all new exclusive titles and promises much more immersed gameplay, online and offline. Confirmed titles set to be released for the PS4 include Killzone: Shadow Fall, Destiny, infamous Second Son, and The OrderL 1886, just to name a few. WEBSITE : US.PLAYSTATION.COM/PS4/INDEX.HTM RRP : RM1,997 (CONVERTED FROM UK PRICE. MALAYSIA PRICE NOT ANNOUNCED YET)

09 HTC ONE MAX

06 iPhone 5s If you don’t already own an Apple iPhone and deciding to make the switch, take a look at the iPhone 5S. It’s not that much of a change from the iPhone 5 in terms of design and build but you might as well skip straight to the latest. A new addition to security is the Touch ID fingerprint scanner. With this feature, no one can ever get into your device to ‘hack’ your Facebook account ever again. Apple has also upgraded the 5S’s processor to the A7 chipset for a smoother experience while using the device. WEBSITE : WWW.APPLE.COM/MY/IPHONE-5S/ RRP : RM2,399 ONWARDS

Since bigger smartphone displays are the trend now (Samsung Galaxy Note, LG Optimus G, Sony Xperia Z), HTC decided to jump on the bandwagon and come up with a 5.9 inch, full HD display smartphone dubbed the HTC One Max, HTC One’s bigger brother. It features the same twin speakers located at the top and bottom of the phone for the stereo experience. Also, it’s 4G LTE enabled just like the HTC One. So you won’t miss out much aside from having a bigger screen to look at if you’re torn between the One Max and One. WEBSITE : WWW.HTC.COM/WWW/SMARTPHONES/HTCONE-MAX/#OVERVIEW RRP : TBA

AMAZON KINDLE FIRE HD

10 PANASONIC LUMIX GX7

NOKIA LUMIA 1020 The Lumia series is not exactly a popular choice as far as we know. The masses usually prefer to stick to the safe brands. But give the Lumia 1020 a chance and we will tell you why you should. The camera is a 41 megapixel monster! That’s more pixels than in your average DSLR camera (which is usually around 30 megapixels). Photos taken from this phone can probably be blown up to poster size. If you don’t mind forking out a few extra hundred ringgit for an awesome smartphone camera then the Lumia 1020 is for you. WEBSITE : WWW.NOKIA.COM/GLOBAL/PRODUCTS/ PHONE/LUMIA1020/ RRP : RM2,499

It’s been a few years since Panasonic launched the GX1, a camera that straddled the middle ground between the video targeted GH line and the beginner GF range. Now, to suit all your semi-pro photography needs, there is the Lumix GX7. How could this be an ideal gift for geeks you ask? Well if you’ve seen the fast rising number of photo and video blogs popping up all over the World Wide Web today, you’ll see that they’ll definitely need a quality camera that’s not too much of an inconvenience to carry around. The Lumix GX7 is everything a semi-professional photographer needs from a fullfledged DSLR, packed into a smaller device. WEBSITE : PANASONIC.NET/AVC/LUMIX/ SYSTEMCAMERA/GMS/GX7/ RRP : RM4,620

08 SAMSUNG ATIV TAB 3 This is Samsung’s first tablet that runs on Windows 8 operating system. It’s got a satisfying 10.1 inch display and is powered by an Intel chipset. Why would this be an ideal Christmas gift for geeks? Well for one, it’s on the cheaper end of the tablet market. And another selling point is its weight, coming in at 550g which is much lighter than its chunky sibling, the ATIV Q. We also think you should know that Microsoft Office Home and Student edition is pre-installed on the device. WEBSITE : WWW.SAMSUNG.COM/GLOBAL/ATIV/ATIVTAB3.HTML RRP : RM2,399

There’s always that friend who refuses to use popular consumer products. So when it comes to tablets, why not jump out of the mainstream river and take a dip in the alternative ocean. Check out Amazon’s Kindle Fire HD tablet, the world’s first dual band, dual antenna Wi-Fi tablet that is capable of 35% faster downloads and streaming (compared to the iPad Mini). It’s got all the usual bells and whistles of a tablet so you won’t miss out on apps such as Facebook, Twitter, Netflix, or Angry Birds. The device comes with either 16GB or 32GB of storage and is fitted with exclusive Dolby audio and dual-driver stereo speakers for immersive, virtual surround sound. WEBSITE : WWW.AMAZON.COM/KINDLEFIRE-HD-BEST-FAMILY-KIDS-TABLET/DP/ B0083PWAPW RRP : RM750

12 SENNHEISER MOMENTUM

OVER-EAR HEADPHONES

Although a slightly more expensive option for headphones, the Momentum by German audio company Sennheiser is worth the extra few hundred bucks for audiophiles. The brand is trusted by many, including audio engineers and Djs, for its quality in sound reproduction. These headphones are a luxury for your ears and it makes a valuable gift to music enthusiasts. WEBSITE : EN-US.SENNHEISER.COM/OVER-EARHEADPHONE-MOMENTUM-STEREO RRP : RM1,429 DEC 2013 | CAMPUS PLUS |

dreamcars by shah

EXTRAORDINARY AUTOMOBILES

DECEMBER 2013

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Tesla Roadste JUST THINKING ABOUT THE PRESERVATION OF THE ENVIRONMENT IS A CONTRADICTION WHEN DRIVING A SUPERCAR. HOW CAN YOU POSSIBLY SAVE PETROL WHEN A CAR EXCEEDS 100MPH? BUT THE TESLA ROADSTER DOES EXACTLY THAT.

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TESLA ROADSTER

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side from the positive environmental impact, there are many advantages to driving a Tesla, including the savings on petrol reduction, and a less expensive price tag, compared to other high-performance cars. True, the car’s top speed is a mere 125mph, but who is supposed to drive faster than that anyway? What is impressive, though, is the acceleration of an electric car going from 0-60 in 3.9 seconds. And, then there is the transmission, a simple, single-speed fixed gear. I know you are asking yourself, “who drives a car like that and calls it a supercar?” You’d be shocked, however, by the numbers of people ordering the Tesla Roadster. So many, in fact, that the price has been reduced considerably since the first sale. With an initial price point of roughly US$180,000 (RM566,730), it now sells for about US$109,000 (RM343,186.50). But, that was the goal of the company from the beginning. Their intent was not to sell a few exclusive cars for a high price, but rather, to sell lots of cars for a cheaper price. In other words, they are interested in mass appeal, instead of elite ownership.

The Tesla Roadster gets 394km per charge on the “custom microprocessor-controlled lithium-ion battery”. Using a 240-volt connection, the car can be fully charged in four hours, but on a regular 120v, it will take as long as forty hours. But think of the petrol you save, and there are no harmful emissions, so if you decide to buy the convertible model, the Roadster Sport, you don’t have to worry about exhaust blowing in your face. Like the Bugatti Veyron, the Roadster Sport has three different driving modes called Standard, Range and Performance. Using the special key in Performance mode, the car easily rockets forward from 0-60 in 3.7 seconds. The Sport is obviously much more expensive than other Tesla models, but those who have test driven this car feel that it’s worthy of long-time icons such as Ferrari and Porsche. For someone who wants to contribute to saving the earth, and who relishes the thought of no more petrol fillups, but wants the luxury and performance of an expensive supercar, look no further than the Tesla Roadster. Check out: www.teslamotors.com/roadster

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POOL PARTY

DECEMBER 2013

L O O P PA F

There’s a hidden oasis in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and all you have to do is brave the busy, often congested, Jalan Ampang to get to it. But once you step in The Pool, the hustle and bustle of the city quickly dissipates and you’ll be greeted with an open air ambience. Its main attraction is undoubtedly the swimming pool which acts as a centrepiece for the club. Across the water runs a walkway which the club often uses for fashion shows and product launches. 76

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All this talk about swimming pools and water must make you think of a refreshing drink or two. Well, cocktails are The Pool’s bread and butter. There’s a wide range of beverages to choose from and some of Campus Plus favourites are the Nutella Martini, Malacca Loda, and Skittles Bomb. It might seem like more of a watering hole but if you’re hungry, The Pool provides! Try out their calamari coated with salted egg, gnocchi with chicken sausage in cream sauce, smoked duck wrap with nachos, or Asahi beer battered fish and chips.

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Some of the dishes may sound familiar, especially if you’ve paid a visit to The Hill. This is because The Pool is its sister bar. The outdoor sitting area surrounds the swimming pool. Low comfy chairs with low tables make the place and ideal chill out spot for those who just want drinks and conversation with friends. If you’re looking for a wild night of dancing though, step inside the indoor section and bust a move on the dance floor! The Pool plays a wide range of hip-hop, R&B, and electronic dance music (EDM), depending on which

night you go. Sundays give guests the chance to arrive in their beach attire and hop into the pool. So remember, when visiting The Pool, be sure to bring an extra set of clothes just in case you get wet. We’re talking about the swimming pool of course. Address: 347, Jalan Ampang, 50400, Kuala Lumpur

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