Exists' seven original members reunite for "Memento Mori" concert
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Seven original members of the Malaysian band Exists reunited for the "Memento Mori" concert in Bukit Jalil.
- The nearly three-hour show featured 34 songs, including their latest single, in front of approximately 9,000 fans.
- The concert celebrated the band's 35-year journey and their impact on the Malaysian music industry.
After a 35-year wait, fans were treated to a reunion of the seven original members of the Malaysian band Exists on stage for their "Memento Mori" concert at Unifi Arena in Bukit Jalil. The nearly three-hour performance brought together Ajai, Along, Ujang, Musa, Shah, and iconic vocalists Mamat and Ezad Lazim, rekindling nostalgia for the group's journey since its inception.
In front of an audience of about 9,000, Exists delivered 34 songs, including timeless hits and rarely performed tracks like "Kuman H.I.V.," "Hani Lempengnya Hangus," "Oh Benih Adam," and "Konklusi." The concert also marked the live debut of their newest single, "Memilih Yang Salah." The band's signature sound was preserved with new musical arrangements that maintained the uniqueness of the original works, highlighting the synergy among the seven members on stage.
The arena buzzed with energy as the audience sang along to nearly every song, demonstrating Exists' enduring appeal to both long-time fans and newer generations. The "Memento Mori" concert served not only as a reunion for the original lineup but also as a tribute to the band's artistic legacy, which has enriched Malaysia's music scene for over three decades.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.