Local, international performers and artists highlights at multifaceted festival in Johor IT was a memorable weekend for Nicholas See as he saw one of his favourite artistes live on stage and enjoyed a relaxing beach getaway with friends in Desaru, Johor. The Singaporean fashion stylist made his way to the Malaysian state’s coast for the first-ever Ombak Festival, which featured Jamaican-American singer and actress Grace Jones. “I am a huge fan, so when I saw news reports of her performing at the festival, I was beyond excited, especially since it was happening nearby.
“Later, I discovered that other artistes I like, such as The Cardigans and Masdo, were also part of the lineup; that made the festival even more enticing,” said the 26-year-old. See and his friends had made plans to explore the festival together and it was a decision they did not regret. “We had an amazing time enjoying the music and chilling by the beach,” he told StarMetro when met at the event.
See was among an estimated 5,000 at the three-day Ombak Festival held at Desaru Coast in Kota Tinggi, about 70km from the Johor-Singapore Causeway. Ombak Festival showcased more than 50 events over three days, including music performances, visual arts and crafts, and family-friendly activities. See’s friend, 25-year-old set designer A.
Abegail, said the festival was a refreshing break from her hectic work life. “It was an incredible event, not just because of the music but also for the relaxing atmosphe.