International DJs that have Graced Marinis on 57
Planning to head out for an unwinding night to nonchalantly sip shooters or trip the light fantastic? If you happen to be in the heart of the Kuala Lumpur and would love to be part of the party scene, then head on to Marini’s on 57!
Marini’s on 57 is a multi-international-award winning venue which includes the highest rooftop bar, restaurant and lounge in Malaysia. It sits on the 57th floor and faces the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, giving guest 360 degree panoramic views of Kuala Lumpur city. Founded by Modesto Marini, an award-winning chef from Italy, Marini’s on 57 not only offers the most exquisite contemporary Italian fine-dining experience but also music involving various international DJs, featuring some of the best house music to modern beats from Ibiza! Great food, tasty signature cocktails, beautiful panoramic views of the night city, and amazing music all night long, what more can you ask for?
Here is a list of some of the notable global DJs who have graced Marini’s on 57 in 2015.
Jose Padilla – The Launch of Sunset Hours Vol. One
Jose Padilla was born in Barcelona who later moved to Ibiza where he became a Dj resident in Cafe del Mar, one of the most popular bars in Ibiza known for its chill-out music to accompany the spectacular sunset views its famous for. His first album “Cafe del Mar” was launched in 1994 and showcases his most popular ‘balearic’ tracks the café has come to be known for. Today, the “Cafe del Mar album, remixed by Jose has sold over 5 million copies across the world.
Jose partnered with Modesto Marini for Marini’s on 57 Sunset Hours Volume One album, which includes tracks from Trevor Deep JR, Mark Barrott, 40 Thieves, and Jose Padilla himself.
Chris Coco – Launch of Vol. Two
Chris Coco is a multi-talented music writer, broadcaster, producer and DJ, and known for his music in dance and electro since the ’80s. Some of the big compilations he has done have been for Playboy, Ministry of Sound, EMI Classical and Trojan Records. Not to mention, his music has appeared on several compilations including Cafe Del Mar and Hotel Costes. Chris Coco has marked Ibiza Night Club with electronic and deep house music, standing between the chill and downtempo tunes.
In contribution to Marini’s on 57’s new album launch in 2015 (Sunset Hours Volume Two), Chris Coco joined forces with After Life by creating storytelling track selections in accordance to Sunset Hour’s first album, to weave a perfect chill-out, Balearic, and deep electro music tapestry.
Joey Negro – F1 2015
Joey Negro, a.k.a Dave Lee , is one of the most well-known British DJ/producer/remixers in the international music scene. Under a superfluity of monikers for a multitude of record labels, Dave was one of the firsts to incorporate disco samples in house music during the beginning of his production career in the late 80’s. Dave scored a number of Top 40 hits, among them being are all under Jakatta, namely “American Dream”, “So Lonely” and “My Vision”. Dave’s impressive discography defines his deep understanding as a creator for anything soulful and house. Dave continues to release House music and other disco-influenced styles on his own label Z Records, as well as DJing regularly in the UK and around the world. His witty self describes his music genre as “baby ducks quacking on a hot summer’s day with a loud 4/4 beat”.
On 27th March 2015, DJ Joey Negro/Dave Lee headlined Marini’s on 57’s “Party Paddock At The Top”, an exclusive event that was Kuala Lumpur’s ‘ F1 kickoff party for the F1 season . Fans were left with a fresh and electrifying repertoire on the decks.
Jeff Jefferson
Jeff Jefferson began his DJ career by entertaining the troops in Germany during his time in the military in the early 90’s. Jeff’s remarkable collaboration with Miss Moneypenny puts him at the forefront of the music industry and garnered him three decades of experience in the music scene. It was this heavyweight of international glamorous clubbing that noticed Jeff Jefferson’s talent and his popularity in music production heightened around Europe. Currently Jeff resides in Malaysia as music director and resident DJ at Marini’s On 57.
Mark Robinson
It all began at his local record shop ‘Stop On By Records’. Here he worked on developing his skills and quickly developed a love for house and electro music. Mark regularly plays all over the world with shows as far afield as Canada, USA, Russia, Kazakhstan, India, Estonia, Lithuania, Egypt, Dubai, France, Scotland, Ireland and all parts of Asia including Malaysia. Mark recently held an Asia Tour in Kuala Lumpur, bringing his talent to Marini’s on 57.
Mark Robinson graced the decks with his euphoric and uplifting music alongside Marini’s on 57’s resident DJ Jeff Jefferson, during Marini’s on 57’s WNight’s Annual ‘White’ Party held on 9th December 2015.
Felix Da Housecat
Felix da Housecat is dedicated to making the people dance through the night. Felix Stallings or better known as Felix Da Housecat, is an American born music DJ and record producer who is famously known for house music and electroclash. Felix gained mainstream exposure in 2001 with the release of Kittenz and Thee Glitz, written and produced alongside famous DJs. Later that year, Felix won the Best Album at the now-defunct Muzik Awards, leading to his ensuing fame to make remix works for billboard artists like Madonna, Britney Spears and Kylie Minogue.
This year at Marini’s on 57, Felix made a spectacular appearance during their Merdeka eve party, heating up the dancefloor with awesome upbeat tracks as guests danced to amazing views of Kuala Lumpur City.
Ron Carroll – KL GP Party at the Top 2015
Ron Carroll aka DJ R.O.N.N is a Chicago based DJ, singer, songwriter and producer known in the house music circuit. In the early beginnings as a vocalist, Ron Carroll wrote and produced various singles. Carroll then started performing as a DJ in the late 1980s.
Ron brought the roof down at Marini’s on 57’s “KL City GP at the Top” this August, in conjunction with Kuala Lumpur premier Grand Prix. Winner of KL GT City Cup Race 2015 Naoki Yokomizo popped by after his win and gracefully took photos with guests and fans.
C. Castel Rocked Us Into The New Year
Date: Thursday, 31st December 2015
Time: 9 pm onwards
Cover Charge: RM150 nett
Theme: Glamourous
We treated guests to 2016 marking fireworks at the Marini’s on 57’s Annual New Year’s Eve party. With an international lineup that included DJ Lee Kemp and Spanish sensation C. Castel, we were headlining one of the most anticipated NYE parties in Kuala Lumpur. We hope you enjoyed the best views of the fireworks and the city as you danced to amazing music, only at Marini’s on 57.
Mambo Brothers
Originally from the the isle of lochs and legends, the Scottish brothers, Christian and Alan Anadon were born and raised in the world’s party capital in Ibiza. The Mambo Brothers sparked interest in electronic music ever since listening to the best DJs at the Cafe Mambo since their early age. Being part of the evolution of electronic music since the very beginning, they both gained knowledge in electronic music from various house genres. They took a leap and stepped out of Ibiza to DJ internationally for “Mambo On Tour” in cities like London, Miami, Copenhagen, Lugano and Barcelona.
Mambo Brothers Christian and Alan will kick start Marinis on 57 ‘It’s All About House Music’ series with sounds from IBIZA! Get ready to be transported to the beach this Friday along with DJs Riesa Anne and DJ Jeb.
It’s All About House Music Series 2016 will bring you only the best in International DJs under one glass roof. Get ready to dance with the stars at Marini’s on 57, elevating you higher through music.
Date: Friday, 8th January 2016
Time: 9:00 pm on wards
Cover Charge: RM 88 nett.