Balle Balle

This is not about the Hindi movie, Balle Balle but a local group of talented and versatile musicians whom had made a name for the group worldwide including playing in various official functions in Malaysia.

I had heard a lot about this group but never had the chance to sample their music ill I came face-to-faceat the Colours of 1 Malaysia event last night in Dataran Merdeka.

That chance encounter had certainly left a lasting impression on me and I definitely looking forward for more of Balle Balle. As they broke out with the song Sway popularize by Michael Buble while mingling with the massive crowd in Dataran Merdeka, the smiles were written on the faces of the foreigners whom easily recognised the tune.

Judging from the body sways from the musicians themselves, you can tell that these are musicians with music in their hearts and souls. They enjoyed playing music to entertain and evidenced by the repertoire of songs they are able to perform from their music bank.

Led by Isnain Abd Rahim, the band originated from Kampung Api in Kuala Selangor, Selangor, the 6-8 piece band had set out to popularize local music to the world. Their versatility is well known to the many whom had witnessed their performance where they would play popular Malay, Hindi, Chinese, English and their own compositions effortlessly.


While their "brand" music is something different, they differentiate themselves well with their costumes. A "tudung saji" (traditional Malay food cover) for headgear, colorful sarongs and shirts which is completed with the traditional wooden clogs reflecting the fishermen of East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia.

This is truly a 1 Malaysia band of musicians!

For more information about Balle Balle, visit www.balle-balle.com.my/home.html