Astro Battleground Grand Final and Asian Battleground

I'm sorry dear readers for neglecting you again. The only reason I could give is that I have been busy juggling with all my freelance jobs and besides, life had been pretty dull for me lately. Nothing much has been happening, without any invites or passes for any events. I just realized over the weekend that my Glitterati status has been removed because of unknown reasons. Maybe that's why I have been left out on events. When I said I am juggling with freelance jobs, I am not kidding you. I have recently been working as a freelance piano teacher, journalist at Ipoh Echo, tele-marketer for my friend's home-stay website, Carnival planner (for Daybreak's charity fun fair in 16th August 2014. Click here for more information.), Daybreak webmaster, etc. I have also been hired last week to start work in Mariaville Kindergaten starting July. Work life is pretty interesting for me.

Anyway, back to the happening self, I went for Astro Battleground Grand Final on 31st May at Megastar Arena Kuchai Lama. For the first time, I used Astro Circle to redeem tickets with my Astro points. Since the items I wanted were not in stock, the other best thing was to redeem VIP tickets. I have never enjoyed Astro Battleground in style before. Having 2 tickets in hand, I offered one to my girlfriend, Stephanie. I was quite disappointed as to how I got my tickets on the day itself. I was directed to a few people before the ticket was handed over to me. 

In this year's competition, I don't know any of the contestants. The only person on stage that I knew was Dennis Yin and he was the Emcee of the night. He did quite a good job in being a good Emcee although his Chinese was funny. As I sat down expecting my mind to be blown by new dancers, I was entertained by friends who sat behind me. Joey, Kei, Cavan, Shahrul, etc were all making jokes and being silly like they always do. 

S-Striker and Fearless were the last ones standing in this competition and song after song, we all sit at the edge of our chairs. They were equally good. Funky Lia came out to dance with them for a song and you can tell how good she really is. 

In the end, Fearless won, with the chance to battle it out amongst each other to gain the title of "battle king". I thought LegoSam was really good in his solo. However, he lost to Khenobu, who was equally good as well.

As the show ended, I hung around with Steph and Shahrul for supper and then joined them for a drink at the after party with Astro Battleground people. It was a little awkward sitting there as they were all chatting away, coz I didn't know most of the people. However, I enjoyed being in the presence because I get to watch them dance as the songs blasted in the background. I also got the opportunity to watch Funky Lia dance Solo and grab a picture with her before she left.

Instead of linking photos from my photobucket like I always do, I'm just going to post my Facebook link here. Feel free to check out the photos from my Facebook! (<--Click)

On the following week, which was 6th June, I went to Asian Battleground with the same VIP tickets. This competition however was mind blowing. Contestants came from Indonesia, Philippines, China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong to compete with our local dancers. The dancers were crazy!!! The top 4 on the score board, Japon De Bombs was first, which had girls which could really twerk. Just Jerk Crew was placed 2nd, which I would die to give 1st anytime, 3rd to Return Dance which consisted of 4 guys who could work it like Beyonce, 4th was S-Striker, our local dance group. 

From the first sight of seeing Just Jerk Crew dance, I fell in love. I was such a fan girl at that moment of time. Mind you, I am NEVER a fan girl of anyone. They are so GOOD!!!! They were champions in my heart before it even ended. After the 4 finalists battled it out amongst themselves, it was only down to our S-Striker and Just Jerk Crew. Watching the 2 teams come up with their perfect Solo and group routines made everyone scream in excitement. In the end, Just Jerk Crew won!!! I was so happy for them.

Had Old Klang Road Bak Kut Teh after  that with Stephanie because I didn't have time for dinner before the event. So worth the starvation. Bummer that I didn't get to take a picture with Just Jerk crew. :(

Pictures are all loaded into my facebook account, under Astro Battleground album. Feel free to scroll through my Facebook! (<--Click)!!!

Kim Jong Kook at Encorp Strand Mall

Today is work day again as usual for me. However, I got off early and dozed off at the office since I had nowhere to go. At 5pm, a celebrity, Kim Jong Kook from the TV game show, Running Man, was to appear at Encorp Strand Mall, Kota Damansara for their opening, which was located right behind my office. Due to my friends' high demand for photos, I decided to shorten my nap time and walk over for a few photos and videos.

When I got there, the celebrity wasn't on stage yet. There were never on time. I walked around and realized there was another event going on. It was the Chi Chi and Cha Cha casting call. No very sure what's it about though.

   

Not long after, Kim Jong Kook was up. My first impression? He is a big guy. Seriously BIG! Here's some photos and videos to watch...

   

 

 

 

 

That's all I have for today. Sorry for the very short post as this post is only specially dedicated to my friends who are very into him. I am guilty as charged for not knowing who he is and not going head over heels for him. ^^ 

#REACHOUT 2014 at Taylor's with Kina Grannis, Jason Chen and David Choi!!!

Today's the day I've been looking forward to for so long. It's REACH OUT 2014!!! I finally get to see Kina Grannis, David Choi and Jason Chen LIVE!!!! I have to admit I am a bit slow in following up youtubers. I got hooked onto David Choi's music after Jinny put it up on his videos. Hearing so much about Kina from friends, I searched her up and recently too shared a video of hers which I really loved on Facebook that she commented on. And as for Jason Chen? The first time I heard about him was when he did the cover of Tong Hua in English. That was super unique! Now that I get a chance to see them perform live, WHY MISS IT?

I zoomed all the way to Taylor's Lakeside after work at 7pm, hoping that I didn't miss any of them and thankfully, I was still early. I bumped into Jeremy and Brendan, the music producers that I only always meet at events. Spotted Munnie and her friends during break time. We had a drink before heading back for a long session of standing.

   

After entering the hall, I realized that I left my camera's memory card in my laptop. HOW SMART! Walking out of the hall, I bumped into the awesome blogger TianChad and told him I had to run out to get a memory card. I remember seeing a computer store just nearby. However, I was too late as it was already closed. Should have checked my camera earlier so I would notice and get one. 

 

Feeling bummed, I dragged myself back to the hall. On the way back, I spotted Dan, Jeremy and Guan in Starbucks. I had to say HI. After telling them how stupid I was of leaving my memory card at home, Jeremy offered to borrow a memory card. He's such a life saver. This is the advantage of having a photographer friend. Thanks Jeremy!!! Btw, visit his photography page HERE.

   

Here's a picture of Guan. Although I've seen him so many times, I never realized how tall he actually was. That's because at previous occasions, I was always in heels. I was in my sneakers today... 

    Dan Khoo with the photobomber behind. JEREY WAI U LAI DIS??? He almost always photobombs my photos with Dan.     Reuben from Jinnyboy TV was there too. There were here to be part of the MC of the event.    

Here's Joseph Germani, the Youtuber who has the same passion as me. SHOES! Yes, note that I used the word Passion for no reason. LOL! He was wearing one of the Jeremy Scott Shoes today. One day I shall wear mine and have a picture with him in the same shoes. One day... 

    

Here's Munnie. It's been forever since I have seen her. She is a dancer and will be leaving for Aussie soon. I will miss you...

   

Ok, enough of all that Selfies. Here's pictures and Videos of the event! This below is Joe Flizzow and Sona One!

        The other MCs of the night were of course Jin, Reuben, Dan and Joseph.            

 Jun Sung Ahn was up. I wasn't sure who he was before but I did some research on Youtube before attending the event. He's a talented Violinist. Brings back memories of when I learnt the violin. I wonder if I would be as talented if I continued with violin classes before...

                Here's some videos of him.

 

 

 Next up? JASON CHEN!!!! YAYY!!! I wanted to buy his tee but however, I had no luck in finding it outside like he said. Maybe it was sold out. Darn... It was a replay button with a treble clef. I was planning to buy and wear it to work tomorrow like a uniform since I teach music...

   

 

 

 Madilyn Bailey was up next. I have never heard her sing before and I could say I was blown away by the first song she sang. It was Thrift Shop but in a totally different version! I loved it!!!

       

 

   Kina Grannis time!!! <3<3            

 

   Last but not least, DAVID CHOI!!!        

 

 

But wait, that is not all! David Choi had a duet with Kina Grannis!!! Unfortunately, I only had 2 videos of it because my phone a battery died on me... :(

   

 

  The event ended with the song "Happy" by all the youtubers!

 

 

I am so sorry for not providing a lot of good videos and pictures like I usually do. Clearer videos and pictures were taken via my Casio digital camera and blur ones were zoomed up by my Samsung Note 2. Videos of my phone were taken via Instagram because my phone's battery was too low to run on camera mode. I have truly learnt my lesson to charge both my phone and camera batteries at ALL TIMES. Also, bring a memory card or at least keep a spare memory card in my wallet at all times... Despite my battery going on and off during the event, I still got to take quite awesome photos. Here's my favourite. What's yours?

   

From today's event, I saw a lot of over the top fan girls.They were screaming "AHHH!!! MARRY ME!!!" and "HE SMILED AT ME!!!" and stuff like that. As their voices increase, crescendo'ing to shouts, I laid low and just walk pass. I wonder if they would even pass out. Scary!!! I guess it is just normal for the photographers and media to see such events. This reminds me of the time I was at MTV Asia event and the girls were screaming like mad when Justin Bieber went on stage. 

 

Do stay tuned for more events and happenings on my blog. I am interested to attend any if you have extra tickets. HINT HINT! LOL!