Now, who would have thought? Dear old cheapskate me forking out money to watch a concert.

Not any current superstar mindblowing must-watch hugely famous bands mind you, but Michael Learns to Rock. Yeah, I repeat. MLTR - that oldschool Danish band famous for their emo love ballads in the 90s that probably kids nowadays never have the chance to enjoy. This is further proven by the fact that their official radio sponsor is now LiteFM and half the concertgoers can pass as my parents. Haha.

My virgin paid concert being MLTR has further solidify the fact that I am indeed growing old. But to my defence, I wouldn't have attend the concert if it aint for KMun proposing the idea. I bet those karaoke sessions with MLTR songs must have assisted in the decision somehow.

Karaoke partner

I must admit, their songs are good enjoyable karaoke choices.

My girlfriend was there with her family

The Eternity Live Tour was held in the Arena of Stars, Genting. All these while I thought the Arena of Stars should be some cool concert venue but I was disappointed at how it pales in comparison with the Bukit Jalil stadium. In fact, I feel the whole of Genting looked pretty shabby and run down these days. Nothing magical no more. Unless if I win the jackpot or something.

Not a very spectacular venue I would say

I wouldn't say Malaysians are the most passionate and vocal concertgoers, but I couldn't believe how dead the atmosphere was during the first half of the concert. A few cheers and claps was all I'd heard....coupled with some yawns as well. Unbelievable. Guess the slow music and tempo (first song being Sleeping Child, how approriate) and higher average crowd age didn't help.

How far we were from the stage

But things went uphill from there fortunately when MLTR started belting their famous hits that 80s kids like us would probably remember, starting from The Actor, Breaking my Heart to Take Me to your Heart. The crowd went absolutely wild and the Arena of Stars momentarily transformed into a huge karaoke session.

Jascha crooning

Despite aging quite a bit comparing their looks from their music videos, MLTR managed to produce an entertaining performance by interacting well with the crowd and charming the audience with the nostalgic love ballads. I can see those swooning eyes from lovebirds singing along to the song. Even one old uncle was shaking his booty to the music. Seriously.

Great night out for my first paid concert. However, was pissed that we weren't allowed to go near the stage and have some close up photos but those with cheaper tickets on the right having no restrictions to go upfront and shake hands with them. Bummer.

To end this with a fun fact! Now who here didn't know there is nobody named Michael at all in the band?

Ok, I see some hands. Lol.