Blues Treats
Blues Treats
A Kuala Lumpur based band. Originally a 2 piece acoustic setup, Blues Treats performs gigs and occasional stage shows for almost 7 years within the city.
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Blues Rakyat - Studio 2009
Blues Rakyat - Studio 2009
This is a recording for the previously live studio version.
"Blues Rakyat - Studio 2009" is a Blues Rock track by Blues Treats on SoundClick. The arrangement reflects a careful attention to detail that rewards repeated listening. The production choices here reflect a genuine understanding of what makes blues rock work. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Blues Rock chart, peaking at #6. Looking for a royalty-free blues rock track to license? "Blues Rakyat - Studio 2009" by Blues Treats is available with a free Creative Commons license on SoundClick.
Tidur Sampai Mimpi
Tidur Sampai Mimpi
A Malay Blues number. The title translates as 'Sleep Till You Dream'
"Tidur Sampai Mimpi" by Blues Treats is a Blues Rock production available on SoundClick. The track carries an emotional weight that lingers well after it ends. There is a quiet confidence to this track — the mark of an artist who understands the blues rock sound. It has charted at #24 on the SoundClick Blues Rock chart. SoundClick gives artists like Blues Treats a platform to share original Blues Rock music with listeners around the world. Free MP3 download available for this track on SoundClick.
Rumours of War
Rumours of War
Tribute to Al-Stewart. Recorded live at Kudin's Studio, KL.
Independent artist Blues Treats drops "Rumours of War", a Cover Songs track on SoundClick. The arrangement reflects a careful attention to detail that rewards repeated listening. This track does what good cover songs does best — it connects. "Rumours of War" has peaked at number 6 on the SoundClick Cover Songs chart. "Rumours of War" can be used royalty-free with a Creative Commons license, making it freely accessible for sync, content, and creative projects.
Wish You Were Here
Wish You Were Here
Tribute to Pink Floyd. Recorded live at Kudin's Studio, KL.
SoundClick artist Blues Treats presents "Wish You Were Here", an outstanding release in the Cover Songs genre. The track showcases Blues Treats's instinct for crafting memorable music. Every element feels intentional, resulting in a cohesive cover songs track that resonates. "Wish You Were Here" has peaked at number 6 on the SoundClick Cover Songs chart. Producers and creators can get a royalty-free Creative Commons license for "Wish You Were Here" — the standardized, legally-sound way to grant permissions.
Dust My Broom
Dust My Broom
Tribute to Elmore James. Rendered by Blues Treats acoustic setup ie. Ali and Tapok.
"Dust My Broom" is a Cover Songs track by Blues Treats on SoundClick. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. For fans of cover songs, this one is worth the listen. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Cover Songs chart, peaking at #4. Get this cover songs track with a royalty-free Creative Commons license — only available on SoundClick.
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Blues Treats is (L-R) Mohd Shahlan Dahalan (Bob) bass guitar; Mustaffa Ramli (Tapok) lead guitar; Arul Sarath Chandra Shekar Devadawson (Arul) drums and Mohd. Rfizan Amjad (Ali) vocals and rhythm guitar. Formed by Ali in 1999 as Slow Train the band has changed its line up many times. Ali and Bob are the only original members. The current incarnation has been together for three years now.
If you want radio friendly fluff then its best to look elsewhere. These guys play rock, blues, country and jazz, but with a rock/blues sensibility that hits you in the gut. Together this quartet has forged their own sound making a noise that is richer than what you would expect from a small group.
The mix of Bob's solid bass; Tapok's blistering guitar (he was a sessionist for RAP, playing with the likes of Sheila Majid, Zainal Abidin and Randy Crawford); Arul's (who used to be a Lost Soul) crisp and powerful drums; and Ali's nicotine laced, sandpaper growl, makes for a unique sound.
Covers are played with raw energy and verve which respects the original but with the Blues Treats stamp. And their original songs are rocking blues numbers with lyrics a million miles away from the insipid candy floss so often associated with Malaysian music.
by Prof Longhair
Have you performed in front of an audience?
Blues Treats have played at the following venues:
- Music Festival 2000 at Factory Music
- Band Replacement for Headwind August 2003, Istana Hotel ;
- Merdeka Celebration 2003 with NRG, PJ Hilton
- Uncle Chilis Sunday Band September-December 2003 at PJ Hilton
- New Years Eve with Dato Shake, December 2003, Istana Hotel
- Formula One Team 2004 at Pan/ Pacific, KLIA with Ning Baizura
- D-Attap Restaurant since 1st Quarter 2004 - 2006
- Duke Tavern Pub, Duta Vista, March 2007
- Tribute To Dire Straits Gig, 3rd Nov-2007
Acoustic set-up
- Formula One 2004 and 2005 Grand Stand Entertainment.
- KL Tower Sat and Sun 2004 for seven months.
In between the more regular gigs they have played many corporate and private functions. Too many to list here but clients include Bank Negara and the University of Malaya.
One thing is certain; no matter where they play and to whom they play, they play with heart. And blues.
What equipment do you use?
Ali - Fender Telecaster, harps, pucks and 4 hole pucks.
Tapok - Fender Stratocaster USA 70s; Reflex active pickup.
Bob - Musicman bass guitar
Arul - Bigfoot Beaters and LA Series drumsticks.
Anything else?
Blues Treats was featured in The Edge Magazine, June 2005, issue 6. The scanned 3 page article can be seen here. Click the thumbnails to open a readable page.
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by Prof Longhair
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Comments (3)
Hi
Hope to catch one of your jam sessions after Ramadan...
KyleBrachon
(SriAyu, Setiawangsa)
U guys rock! keep it up. cant wait to get back to msia and get more.
Blasting your blues goodness loud and proud guys! Great to meet fellow session cats!
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