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The Star
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- The Star
Top local record producer Luncai Emas unleashes the talented Iskandar Zulkarnain in his comeback trail with 'Sewaktu Bahgia'
After a long hiatus, the talented pop-rock singer Iskandar Zulkarnain, former singer of Projektor Band, is now coming out with his latest solo single titled Sewaktu Bahagia. This emotional song was released under the Luncai Emas label, marking his next artistic journey. ''Sewaktu Bahagia'' was born from a true story experienced by composers and lyricists under Luncai Emas, namely Aidil AF and Jeremy Erskine, who each faced disappointment in love. Lyric lines such as 'kau berjalan tanpa ku sedar, kau rasahkan sukuk bahagia' encapsulate the disappointment of a lover who ruined the happiness they once experienced. This song is an honest expression of the heart, embroidered with the beauty of melody and the pain of love feelings. Iskandar was previously known for his distinctive voice and ability in 'emotional' songs that have been hits on the radio before. ''I am very honoured and grateful to be able to collaborate with big names like Aidil Af and Datuk M. Nasir. This song not only reflects my personal story, but also symbolizes my resurgence in the world of music,'' said Iskandar. Iskandar also expressed his hope that ''Sewaktu Bahagia'' would not only be well received but would also become an evergreen song that would continue to be relevant across generations. He also expressed his appreciation to the fans who have never stopped supporting him and have been faithfully waiting for his comeback. 'Thank you for all the prayers and support. Expect the best from me,' he said. Luncai Emas Sdn Bhd Production Director – Keon Omar has chosen Hidayat Nasir, a young producer to take on the responsibility of producing this single. "I am very grateful to have been given the opportunity to produce the latest song sung by Iskandar Zulkarnain, created by Aidil, which marks Iskandar's comeback after several years of going on a break. This collaboration would not have been possible without the support of Luncai Emas who believed in my abilities as a new producer," said Hidayat Nasir, producer of the song Sewaktu Bahagia and also guitarist for the band Pitahati. The production process of this song also received a special touch from music legend M. Nasir, who also guided and monitored Iskandar in delivering this song more effectively, and the singer said that it had a great impact on the final quality of this work. For the record, Iskandar Zulkarnain is a Malaysian singer-songwriter and previously vocalist of Projector Band, a popular pop-rock group known for their emotional and melodic music with their hit single "Sudah Ku Tahu", which became a chart-topping success and resonated with fans for its heartfelt lyrics and catchy tune. Iskandar's distinctive voice and ability to convey deep emotions through his performances have made him a standout figure in the Malaysian music scene. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to the band's discography and has also explored solo projects that further showcase his versatility as an artist. With a growing fanbase and continued involvement in both group and individual music ventures, Iskandar Zulkarnain remains a respected name in contemporary Malaysian pop and rock music. A lyric video for ''Sewatu Bahagia'' has been filmed and will be released on the Luncai Emas YouTube channel on Friday (July 25, 2025) along with the official audio on all digital channels.
The Star
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Veteran Malaysian comedian Joey Daud is back at his zany best but this time it's in a single, his first song after more than two decades
Veteran comedian Joey Daud is back at his best and this time he is turning it on with his new single 'WamWamSam' which was officially launched in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday (May 20). And it is indeed a special collaboration as the song is done under the tutelage of his mentor, Malaysian music legend Datuk M Nasir , and on top of that, it is an experimental collaboration of a song that has a mix of comedy, pop rock and rap. But the song, which has been produced by Nasir's record label Luncai Emas Sdn Bhd, is also a very meaningful one as is tells the youth the importance of education and why knowledge can make a person to be more confident in his/hers path of life. At the launching event, Joey also announced that the 'WamWamSam' song will be the OST (original sound track) for his new movie 'Daud M'. Nasir said he is not surprised that Joey is so adept in his acting and also brilliant as a singer even though it has been more than two decades since he made his last single. "No surprises, really," said the music legend Nasir during the press meet after the launching event. It is also noted that Nasir was also the person who brought Joey into the industry after seeing him perform at a singing competition in 1994. For a time, Joey even became top group Exists' vocalist after Ezad Lazim left the group. "It is more of a coming home event for Joey. He is back where he started. You know his first ever single was with our group. But the path for artiste is always challenging yet exciting. "While Joey cut his teeth as a singer first, but, he has made his name as a comedian. And I think he is having a great run as a comedian and all of us have always been happy for him," said Nasir. "But the team felt for Joey's new movie, he should try to be the singer he was with a new single. "And it is an experimental track which Joey decided to go for it after much discussion. I'm glad he took the step to be a singer again as I always felt he is a splendid singer as well as a comedian." "WamWamSam" was also officially launched in YouTube on Tuesday under the 'Luncai Emas' channel. It will also be available in all other digital streaming channels including Spotify from June 6 onwards. For the 51-year-old Joey it was a labour of love which is now a reality. The idea and composition was started by Joey but it became the fruit he desired thanks to the help younger and more vibrant composers. The song became the experimental track Joey wanted when he received the much needed-assistance from Luncai Emas composers - Ilham Nasir and Hidayat Nasir (M. Nasir's children) - that gave the song the rock vibrancy and unique sound that it needed. "This song, the character, the idea and also the message - is all from my personal experience of my life. Even the character is actually of my classmate that I knew from school," said Joey at the launching event. "And I always wanted a message of education in my song. Education is the most important aspect of a young man/teen life. Young people must understand that. "I hope this song will be one that stick in the mind of youngsters in a long time to come. It is also a labour of love and I thank all these talented youngster who had played a big part in making this single a reality." The song is further strengthened with the inclusion of rising star A.D. who puts in a superb rap effort that gives the song an extra bite and a major pull for the young listeners. For the record, A.D. is a member of the Sabah hip hop group, Isohbatos, an upcoming band that is making waves in the Borneo side of Malaysia. As for the video for the song, it is directed by Amen Khalid, the son of the late and legendary director Mamat Khalid, who in fact, had included Joey in his movies. "This song is fun but the message is strong and I do hope it strikes a chord with the young music lovers. It is a very special project that brings out the fun in life but at the same time has education has its central theme," said Joey. "And that is my parting message for this song - you have to be confident in taking up challenges of life but at the same time ensure yourself to be well-educated. Because with education, the best of it, you can be confident of anything. "And I'm bringing this message for all in my own fun and comedic way. But the subject is very important, education matters and it is very important for all the upcoming generation. That by far, is the underlying theme of this single," added Joey. At the launching, the team behind the new single, are also hopeful that the new generation will enjoy the nostalgic feel of the music video and the relevance of the message it harbours for the young generation. The team behind Joey Daud's Touch of Nolstagia Single : WamWamSam Artiste : Joey Daud Composers : Joey Daud , Ilham Nasir & Hidayat Nasir Lyrics : Joey Daud , Ilham Nasir & Rahman Saharddin Arrangement : Joey Daud, Ilham Nasir, Hidayat Nasir & Faliq Mohd Genre : Comedy Pop Rock /Rap Music Video : Amen Khalid Producers : Ilham Nasir, Hidayat Nasir , Joey Daud Music Production : Luncai Emas Sdn Bhd Song Production : Luncai Emas Sdn Bhd
