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  • JessC Expands Global Reach with Award-Winning Multilingual and Raya Music

    JessC Expands Global Reach with Award-Winning Multilingual and Raya Music

    Malaysian international artist JessC, recipient of the “Best Asian Pop” award at the InterContinental Music Awards (ICMA, USA) and widely known as the “US-Asia Healing Pop Queen,” has once again marked a significant milestone in her international music career. Her multilingual works continue to receive global recognition, and she recently held a press conference to share her latest achievements with members of the media and the public.

    JessC shared that her music is currently being played across multiple regions, including China, the United States, Europe, Indonesia, and Australia. Her songs have also entered radio charts in China and Indonesia, further highlighting the growing international presence of Malaysian music.

    She expressed her gratitude to media representatives and listeners from more than 30 countries for their continued support. She also noted that Rolling Stone (Australia and UK editions) has recognised her as one of the “New Artists to Watch,” adding further momentum to her international journey.

    At the LIT Music Awards, JessC achieved further success by winning across three languages with four works, making her the first artist to receive international recognition for music produced in three different languages. Her award-winning works include the Platinum-winning Malay songs “Mari Menari Raya” and “Expose,” the Mandarin song “My Style,” and the English track “One Chance,” which also earned her the “Best New Artist” award. In addition, “My Style” secured her the ICMA “Best Asian Pop” title, further strengthening her position in the global music industry.

    JessC has also been actively promoting Malaysian Raya-themed music internationally. “Mari Menari Raya” not only received a Platinum award at the LIT Music Awards but is also regarded as the first Raya-themed song to win at an international music awards platform. Meanwhile, “Satu Suara Raya” was previously shortlisted as a finalist in the ICMA Asian Pop category and was also invited to a short film festival in Japan, further showcasing Malaysian festive culture on the global stage. These works have been broadcast on radio stations in the United Kingdom, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, and South America, steadily expanding their international reach.

    She shared that she feels deeply moved by the way listeners from different countries have embraced her Raya songs, adding that it reinforces her belief that music can transcend cultural and geographical boundaries.

    The “Raya Open House × ICMA & LIT Music Awards Celebration” was held at the Symphony Performing Arts Centre and attracted more than 300 media representatives and fans. The event featured performances by several local artists, including Kelly Azman, Syafiq Ikhwan, Fareez Hazwan Fauzi, and Zaki Yamani, creating a lively festive atmosphere. JessC also delivered live performances of “Satu Suara Raya” and “Mari Menari Raya,” with the latter’s music video surpassing 4.6 million views on YouTube.

    Reflecting on her international journey, JessC expressed both surprise and gratitude, saying she never expected a Raya song to be embraced by audiences in so many countries. She emphasised that this achievement represents not only a personal milestone but also a moment where Malaysian culture is being shared with the world. She also extended her appreciation to the media, her team, and her fans, highlighting teamwork as a key factor in her continued success.

    Beyond her music career, JessC is also recognised for her strong commitment to a disciplined and healthy lifestyle. She has won 12 gold medals and 5 silver medals in wushu competitions in China and Hong Kong, as well as 20 gold medals and 8 silver medals in table tennis competitions in Australia, reflecting her dedication, versatility, and well-rounded personal development.

    Looking ahead, JessC shared her intention to continue producing music that integrates cultural elements, with the aim of bringing Malaysia’s unique identity to the international stage while delivering messages of healing and positivity. She concluded by expressing her hope to bring the sound of Malaysia to every corner of the world.

  • Stacy Kembali! “Mega Ching!” Hadir Dengan Letupan Baharu Muzik Elektro Dance!

    Stacy Kembali! “Mega Ching!” Hadir Dengan Letupan Baharu Muzik Elektro Dance!

    Ratu tari negara, Stacy kembali menyerikan industri muzik tanah air dengan pelancaran single terbaharunya berjudul “Mega Ching!”, sebuah karya yang menggabungkan elemen muzik dance kontemporari dengan identiti unik yang menjadi tanda penjenamaannya sejak awal kerjaya. Dicipta sepenuhnya oleh Stacy di bawah nama pena Bunga Cantik, lagu ini menjadi simbol ekspresi diri, keyakinan serta jiwa penghiburnya yang cukup sinonim dengan penyanyi kelahiran Sabah tersebut. “Mega Ching!” juga menandakan kemunculan semula Stacy dengan gaya muzik yang telah lama dirindui peminat setianya. Menurut Stacy, inspirasi utama lagu ini lahir daripada personaliti dan gaya dirinya sendiri, terutamanya ketika berada di atas pentas mengimbangi nyanyian dan tarian. Istilah “mega ching” membawa makna yang dekat dengan karakter yang pernah dibawanya dahulu — reaksi spontan yang mencerminkan cara dirinya mengatasi rasa gementar sambil mengekalkan disiplin persembahan. Bagi Stacy, lagu ini juga menjadi jambatan untuk mengekspresikan emosi dan mengingatkan dirinya untuk tidak terperangkap dalam perasaan negatif, sebaliknya terus ‘move on’ dan memperkuat mental dalam kerjaya seni yang mencabar.

    Proses pembikinan “Mega Ching!” melalui perjalanan panjang dan teliti, termasuk beberapa kali perubahan melodi sepanjang lima bulan rakaman. Stacy turut bereksperimen dengan susunan muzik berasaskan EDM berinspirasikan K-pop, digabungkan bersama melodi dan lirik yang masih mengekalkan karakter dirinya. Buat kali pertama, Stacy turut menyelitkan elemen rap dengan dialek Sabah, menjadikan lagu ini antara karya paling segar dan berbeza dalam katalog muziknya. Dari segi identiti, “Mega Ching!” hadir dengan vibe yang fun, energetik dan menjadi booster keyakinan, membawa mesej ‘Bring it on!’ — seruan untuk terus melangkah maju, berani berdepan cabaran dan percaya pada kelebihan diri. Maklum balas awal daripada pasukan produksi serta rakan-rakan menunjukkan penerimaan yang sangat positif, dengan ramai menyatakan bahawa “Stacy is back!” selepas sekian lama tidak mendengar genre yang begitu sinonim dengannya.

    Stacy turut mengesahkan bahawa “Mega Ching!” merupakan sebahagian daripada projek album baharu yang sedang dalam proses rakaman, menandakan fasa baharu perjalanan muziknya selepas kejayaan konsert “Aku Stacy”. Bagi peminat yang menantikan visual rasmi, Stacy hanya memberi bayangan awal — “Surprise!”. Single “Mega Ching!” terbitan Nova Music Malaysia boleh distrim di semua platform mulai 28 November 2025, manakala video lirik rasmi akan ditayangkan pada hari yang sama di saluran YouTube Rhythm & Rhyme Entertainment pada jam 8 malam.