Concert large or small, I still give my best performance - Aizat Amdan
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Singer Aizat Amdan prefers performing in small-scale settings like showcases despite his 18 years in the music industry.
- He believes intimate acoustic performances allow for greater honesty and connection with fans.
- Amdan will perform at the Spotlight KLCC series on August 22.
Malaysian singer Aizat Amdan, with 18 years in the music industry, expresses a preference for intimate, small-scale performances over large concerts. He finds that acoustic settings, often just him and his guitar, allow for a more genuine connection with his audience. Amdan believes these smaller stages foster honesty and deeper appreciation, making him feel more confident and assured. He stated, "If the concert is large or small, I will still give my best. For me, that is the satisfaction."
I am very happy every time I get to perform acoustically where that is my advantage. A small stage space is also enough for me as a singer and lyricist for a performance in front of fans.
Despite his comfort in intimate settings, Amdan acknowledges he doesn't feel threatened by newer artists staging large-scale concerts. He finds that smaller venues make it easier to create sincerity and emotional depth in a performance. "For me, fans can more easily feel the honesty in my performance even on a small stage," he explained. He added that even if only one person attends, he would still perform with his best effort, viewing the stage as his home.
For me, fans can more easily feel the honesty in my performance even on a small stage.
Aizat Amdan is scheduled to perform at the prestigious Plenary Theatre KLCC as part of the Spotlight KLCC series on August 22. This series also features other notable Malaysian artists, including Noryn Aziz, Imran Ajmain, Imran Troye, SOG, and Orked Farhan, each performing in separate sessions.
If the concert is large or small, I will still give my best. For me, that is the satisfaction.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.