By Shikin Louis
KUCHING, July 25: Legendary soft rock duo Air Supply will perform live at SBC Hall Kuching on Sept 24 as part of their 50th Anniversary Celebration Tour, marking a rare and unforgettable moment for fans in Sarawak and across the region.
Announcing the concert at The Spring Mall today, Sarawak Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah described the upcoming show as a once-in-a-lifetime event that music lovers should not miss.
“This is not rojak-rojak ones — this is the actual Air Supply,” he said to laughter, emphasising the authenticity and prestige of the act.
Also present were Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts I (Tourism) Datuk Sebastian Ting, Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts II (Creative Industry and Performing Arts) Datuk Snowdan Lawan, Deputy Sarawak Secretary (Operation) Datu Hii Chang Kee, and Twig Events director Deborah Tai.
Recalling his personal experience attending Air Supply’s first concert in Malaysia four decades ago as a university student, Abdul Karim shared: “That was when Air Supply was still new. But now, 40 years later, they’ve produced so many platinum albums, and their songs are very familiar to our ears.”
He urged the public to secure tickets early, warning that this could be their last chance to witness Air Supply live in Sarawak.
“This is the kind of music you’ve been hearing in your car or on the radio — but the atmosphere is completely different when it’s live.
“I saw them 40 years ago… I’m not sure they’ll be here for another 20 years,” he added.
He also highlighted that the concert will not only bring joy to local fans, but also attract regional visitors and boost Sarawak’s tourism sector.
“There will be many coming from Brunei, Singapore, Indonesia, West Malaysia — and I was informed there are even enquiries from the Philippines. With new and existing flights from cities like Pontianak, Jakarta, and Singapore, Kuching is well-positioned to host this international crowd,” he stressed.
Organised by Twig Events, tickets are now available for purchase at www.twig.events, with prices ranging from RM358 to RM888.
Formed in 1975, Air Supply is globally known for their timeless ballads such as All Out of Love, Lost in Love, and Making Love Out of Nothing at All. Their Kuching stop is part of their Southeast Asia tour celebrating 50 years in music. — DayakDaily
