JessC's 'My Style' rocks Genting with a three-hour spectacle of light and music healing
Over the course of three hours and 33 songs, she fused light, rhythm, and emotional frequencies to create a musical healing feast that transcended language and culture, setting Genting ablaze.
As a Doctor of Integrative Clinical Medicine and a certified therapeutic musician, JessC personally curated the entire performance, blending science and art to turn 'music therapy' from an abstract concept into a palpable energy release felt by nearly 5,000 fans in the arena.
The entire concert was built around the theme of 'light,' from the stage lighting, lyrical imagery, and emotional rhythms to the color-changing glow sticks in the audience's hands.
JessC delivered healing anthems in three languages — Mandarin, English, and Malay — including crowd favorites like 'Unchanging Love,' 'The Olive Tree,' and 'Getaran Jiwa.' She also impressed with her self-accompanied performances on four instruments: piano, organ, keyboard, and keytar, showcasing her versatility and musical prowess.
To create a rich and layered listening experience, the live band included around 30 different traditional and modern instruments, merging Western pop band arrangements with Chinese traditional music and a string ensemble, achieving a harmonious blend that transcended cultures.
JessC also performed many original compositions, including 'My Style,' 'Be Strong,' 'One Chance,' 'Dekati,' '5AM,' and 'Shining,' as well as powerful renditions of theme songs from stage plays like 'The Butterfly Lovers,' 'Music Box,' and 'Tearless Sky,' all delivered with deeply moving emotion.
A highlight of the night was her duet with Malaysian diva Fauziah Latiff on 'Tak Terpisah,' a moving and perfectly synchronized performance that touched hearts. Surprise appearances by two male stage actors further added to the night's excitement.
The concert drew international fans, guests and media from Malaysia, Indonesia, China, Europe, the US, Australia etc, reflecting JessC's growing influence far beyond her homeland.
One of her standout songs, 'Be Strong,' has been gaining popularity overseas, with listeners sharing how the song has given them courage and strength. JessC said, 'Perhaps the words 'Be Strong' really do have a kind of power that can pierce through the heart.'
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Star
6 hours ago
- The Star
Sora Ma holds memorial service for late husband: I have never stopped missing u
In a post on Instagram Stories on Aug 1, Sora Ma wrote that due to her husband's sudden passing, she did not have time to notify many friends at the time. Photos: Sora Ma/Instagram Actress Sora Ma wrote a sentimental post on social media for her husband, as she held a memorial service for him one year after his death. She married the Singaporean businessman in 2021 and the couple held their wedding the following year. Ma, 41, gave birth to their son Skye in August 2024 and disclosed in December that her husband had died suddenly in June. He was in his late 40s. The Malaysian-born actress became a Singaporean in January. In a lengthy post on Instagram Stories on Aug 1, Ma wrote that due to her husband's sudden passing, she did not have time to notify many friends then. She therefore held a memorial service on the first anniversary of his death, and attached a black-and-white photo of the event. 'In the past year, even though you are no longer with us, I still feel that you are with me and our child, learning and growing together,' she wrote in Chinese. 'We (our friends and I) never shy away from anything related to you. Instead, we prefer to talk openly about your kindness to everyone, as well as the warmth and influence you brought to everyone. This is our way of remembering, mourning and healing.' Asked by a friend how she managed to get through the difficult time, she said she and her late husband loved each other without regrets. 'When you were alive, we never hesitated to express our love,' she wrote. 'We always gave each other the deepest care and companionship until the very end.' She added: 'I have never stopped missing you every festival and every special moment.' She said she would use her husband's thoughtful and considerate love for her over the years to raise their child. 'I often tell my friends that the love you had given me over the past 11 years is more than enough for me to raise Skye well,' she wrote. Ma noted that many people who have benefited from her husband's kindness came for his memorial service. 'I thought you were good and gentle enough, but after hearing everyone share their stories and watching your videos, I realised you were so much better than we could have imagined. I'm so proud of you,' she wrote. 'The good deeds you did in your life, the light you radiated – all of them deserve to be remembered. This world is truly a better place because of you. Please continue to be brave and kind in the other world. We will always love you.' Ma recently held a celebration for her son's first birthday, inviting her celebrity pals such as Zheng Geping, Hong Huifang, Chen Xiuhuan and Apple Hong. Ma posted on Aug 2 several photos with her son from the past year on social media, with the caption: 'Month of August, month of Leo Baby.' 'One year ago, he changed my life forever,' she wrote in English, using the hashtag #SkyeIsOne. 'From sleepless nights to heart-melting cuddles, this first year of motherhood has been the fastest, slowest, most beautiful ride.' She added: 'Thank you, baby, for coming into my life, for pulling me out from the darkest days, and leading me into the warmest sunlight I've ever known. I'll spend the rest of my life learning, growing and loving beside you.' – The Straits Times/Asia News Network
Hype Malaysia
9 hours ago
- Hype Malaysia
(Video) Pan Mei Chen Couldn't Perform In Malaysia For Years Because She Was Betrayed By Protégé
Over the weekend, Taiwanese singer Pan Mei Chen (潘美辰) performed at Arena of Stars, marking her long-awaited return to Malaysia. During the show, she candidly revealed why it took her nearly a decade to return for a performance. The Mandopop star performed at Arena of Stars on 2nd August 2025 (Saturday) as part of her 'Returning Home' World Tour. Since the show marks her first concert in Malaysia after eight years, the audience was mostly fans who had been waiting a long time to watch Pan Mei Chen perform live. While international stars have many reasons for not performing in a country, the singer said her reason for not returning to Malaysia was very personal. The singer revealed that she had signed a Malaysian singer to her agency many years ago and had planned to bring him to Taipei to debut. However, the singer secretly entered a singing competition without Pan Mei Chen's consent. Shockingly, the singer claimed not to know the Mandopop icon and even blocked her contact after winning the contest. Understandably, the experience of being betrayed by her beloved mentee traumatised Pan Mei Chen. The singer-songwriter said she couldn't set foot in Malaysia for many years because she felt betrayed by her former protégé. The singer never revealed what changed her mind. However, it's possible that her fans in Malaysia helped encourage Pan Mei Chen to return. During the concert, the star made sure to interact with her fans as much as possible, even walking amongst the audience to get closer to fans. Throughout the night, Pan Mei Chen performed all her classic hits, including her most popular track, 'I Want A Home'. As the concert came to an end, the star thanked all the fans who attended, as well as some special guests. She also expressed her heartfelt gratitude towards her fans in Malaysia, saying, 'You must remember that I, Pan Mei Chen, have never forgotten Malaysia. This is from the bottom of my heart.' Pan Mei Chen also promised to return to Malaysia more often, saying she won't take another eight years to perform here again. While we wait for the next concert, here are some videos from her show at Arena of Stars: Source: China Press
The Star
17 hours ago
- The Star
Ross Butler enjoys local dishes while filming in M'sia: 'I'm a big durian guy'
Hollywood actor Ross Butler has a deep love for Malaysia. Born to a Malaysian-Chinese mother and an English-Dutch father, Butler, 35, never had the opportunity to truly explore his Malaysian roots. That is, until he landed a role in the upcoming romantic comedy Worth The Wait , which was partially filmed in Malaysia. 'I love the food, which isn't great if you're an actor because you're eating way too much on set,' he said at a press conference attended by StarLifestyle in Kuala Lumpur. 'I'm also a big durian guy. Growing up, my mum would get the frozen ones from the store. But trying it fresh for the first time was mind blowing for real. I love it!' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ross Butler (@rossbutler) While Butler has developed a taste for the King of Fruits, the same can't be said for his co-star, American actress Lana Condor – best known for her role as Lara Jean in To All The Boys I've Loved Before (2018) and its 2020 and 2021 sequels. According to him, Condor's less-than-thrilled reaction to trying durian for the first time was one of the funniest moments on set. 'That scene of Lana eating durian for the first time was real, so her reaction was genuine. 'She saw in the script that she would be eating durian, so she saved it for the screen. She did quite well,' said the actor, who was born in Singapore. Filmed at local hotspots like Batu Caves, Petaling Street and Dataran Merdeka, Worth The Wait aims to promote Malaysia as a world-class travel destination by spotlighting the nation's diverse culture and natural beauty. Butler and Lana Condor filmed 'Worth The Wait' across multiple locations in Malaysia. Photo: Handout When asked about his favourite filming location here, the 13 Reasons Why (2017-2020) star chose Batu Caves. 'It's mainly because of the monkeys and not so much the steps. Another fun fact – Lana is very scared of monkeys, and there was a very big one we had to keep scaring away.' Authentic Asian stories Directed by Taiwanese filmmaker Tom Lin Shu-yu, Worth The Wait centres on four Asian-American couples, whose journeys intertwine as they navigate life's challenges. There's Kai (Ross) and Leah (Condor), a couple trying to make a long-distance relationship work; Scott (Andrew Koji) and Amanda (Elodie Yung), who have an on-and-off relationship; Blake (Ricky He) and Riley (Ali Fumiko Whitney), young lovebirds whose romance meets disapproval from Blake's uncle Curtis (Sung Kang); as well as Nathan (Osric Chau) and Teresa (Karena Lam), a married couple grappling with the aftermath of a miscarriage. Producer Rachel Tan says part of the story was inspired by her sister who experienced a miscarriage in real life. Photo: Yap Chee Hong/The Star Producers Dan Mark and Rachel Tan said Worth The Wait was nine years in the making. 'Our goal is to give voices to authentic stories that are representative of us Asian people. 'Unlike how most Hollywood productions tend to stereotype Asians as tech geeks or martial arts experts, the characters in this film are just being themselves. 'They fall in love, experience loss and happiness... Those roles could've been played by anyone regardless of their ethnicity,' Tan, 43, told StarLifestyle . One powerful storyline is that of Nathan and Teresa, whose struggle with grief adds emotional depth to this rom-com. It's inspired by Tan's sister, who experienced a miscarriage in real life. The film sees Canadian actor Osric Chau and Taiwanese-Canadian actress Karena Lam playing a married couple grappling with the aftermath of a miscarriage. Photo: Handout 'When she told me about it, I was really sad but could only understand to a certain level as I didn't have a child of my own,' Tan shared. 'It was only after I had my own child and had my own experience with miscarriage that I truly realised how soul-wrenching it is.' Though she and her sister initially felt alone in their grief, they later discovered that many other women in their community had endured the same pain. 'They all felt alone too, and that's why I wanted to show this part of our journey,' she said. From spouse to best friends On the topic of motherhood, Singaporean actress Tan Kheng Hua – who plays a mum in Worth The Wait – is no stranger to the role. Known for portraying maternal characters in shows like Crazy Rich Asians (2018) and Kung Fu (2021-2023), Kheng Hua, 62, said it's a role she would gladly take on for 'the rest of my life'. Actress Tan Kheng Hua (left) has no issues playing a mother for the rest of her career. Photo: Handout 'It's something very close to my heart because in my real life, my favourite role is being a mother to my daughter. 'Each time I play a mother, I get to dig deeper into a part of my heart and soul. 'All the mothers out there know being a mum is complex and difficult, yet beautiful and joyous,' she said. For the record, Kheng Hua shares a 23-year-old daughter with her ex-husband, fellow Singaporean actor Lim Yu Beng – who also appears in Worth The Wait as Kai's father. Though divorced, the pair – who were married from 1992 to 2017 – remain very close. 'At the time I took on the role, I didn't know who else was involved (in the movie), including my ex-wife, and we're best friends in real life,' said Lim, 59. The actor also spoke fondly about Penang, where his parents are from. 'My favourite Malaysian food is cooked at home, Penang laksa,' he said. Kheng Hua then chimed in: 'His mum cooks the best Penang laksa in the world. She uses two packs of fish, so next time you're in Singapore, give (Lim) a call!' Worth The Wait premieres on Aug 7 at cinemas nationwide.
