Johor Bahru has local and international music venues to suit every mood. Visitors can enjoy worldwide brands, like the Hard Rock, or feel exclusive at a certain rooftop bar with sky-blazing views. Hosted by food and beverage venues, music lovers are guaranteed a great night out where no one goes hungry.
Hard Rock Cafe Puteri Harbour
The international chain is in the heart of the port area, Iskandar Puteri. Spread across two floors, the 238-strong venue overlooks the harbour. The Hard Rock is legendary for its live music events, and the venue at Puteri Harbour is no different! Visitors can expect ongoing gigs featuring live music from listed local and regional artists. A dining experience like no other, the Hard Rock Puteri Harbour is the ultimate night for up-tempo live music, dining and more.
Address: Lot 2 B-2. Residensi & Hotel Marina Resort, Persiaran Tanjung, Pengkalan Puteri, Nusajaya, 79100, Johor Bahru
Phone: +607 – 276 9999
Operating Hours:
– Daily: 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
Admission Cost: N/A
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Sky 26 at Holiday Villa Johor Bahru
Located on the 26th floor of the Holiday Villa building, Sky 26 is an entertainment and social hub with weekly live musical performances. Known for its Japanese cuisine, the venue offers visitors a view of the city from 98 meters up. Local and regional bands play pop, R&B, jazz, and more in frequent stage performances. The live music is incredibly popular on the weekends with locals seeking downtime with a drink.
Address: No. 260, Jalan Dato Sulaiman, Taman Abad, 80250, Johor Bahru
Phone: +607 – 290 3388
Operating Hours:
– Daily: 6:00pm – 2:00am
Admission Cost: N/A
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Embrace Hall
A stone’s throw away from the city center, Embrace Hall is a record shop, studio and gig space all in one. The music shop offers a “DIY Space” for music and art lovers where any musician or artist can perform, record or prove their talents. Truly underground, the venue entertains with gigs, screenings, art workshops and other art forms that rarely make the schedule. It is a gateway for music lovers to brush up on the local scene, as well as discover where fresh talent will perform next in Johor Bahru.
Address: 14-02, Jalan Sri Perkasa 2/22, Taman Tampoi Utama, 81200 Johor Bahru
Phone: +6011 – 1192 1227
Operating Hours:
– Saturday – Thursday: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
– Friday – Closed
Admission Cost: N/A
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