Malaysian Reggae Society

Offroads Band

Offroads Band Photo: (From left) Sam, Apai, Zeeban and Gary

OFFROADS

Members

Sam Sweed - Lead Guitar / Vocal / Harmonica

Apai – Rhythm Guitar

Zeeban – Bass

Gary – Drums / Percussion

Genre: Roots, Rock, Reggae

Location: Cyberjaya, Kuala Lumpur, MY

Origins: Malaysia, Mauritius and Maldives

Status: Independent

Biography

Like mad scientists in a lab, Offroads love mixing in various genres into one

psychedelic shot to create something rather exquisite and interesting. But at

the same time, they stay true to what was core to them – roots, rock and

reggae.

Hailing from Malaysia, Mauritius and Maldives, they met by chance and

formed a band in 2012. Though challenges arise at first, they managed to

finalize a stable line-up within a few weeks. They made a debut at an open

mic session in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, where they were offered to

headline the next gig. Since then, Offroads had been making their way

through various music scenes.

Offroads switched from covers to originals as soon as they can. Coming from

different regions and music backgrounds, they experiment with eclectic styles

and subtle rhythms to create dynamic chord progressions. Growing up with a

heart for reggae explains the eccentric groove and soul present prominently

in their music. Besides grasping every gig opportunity as possible, they are

currently working on an EP to be released in the near future.

Creating music that clearly speaks to who and what they are, Offroads is sure

as hell way off the common roads.

Archive

- Performed for various events @ Limkokwing University Cyberjaya (2011)

- Performed @ Putrajaya/Cyberjaya Jazz Community (January/February 2012)

- Performed @ J.O.M. Doppel Kafe Kuala Lumpur (January 2012)

- Performed for Wedding function @ Hee Lai Ton, Serdang (February 2012)

- Headliner @ J.O.M. Doppel Kafe Kuala Lumpur (February 2012)

- Performed @ Jazz Against Slavery, Cyberjaya (March 2012)

- Performed @ Feedback Open Mic, The Bee Publika (March 2012)

- Performed @ Towards Gathering Million Of Youths, Ampang (March 2012)

- Performed @ Saintʼs Last of Guiness Sets, Kota Damansara (April 2012)

Tel No:

017-6668742 & 017-2328742 (Sam) / 018-3526757 (Apai)

Facebook Links:

https://www.facebook.com/offroadsofficial

Youtube Link:

http://www.youtube.com/OffroadsOfficial

Email add:

offroadsofficial@gmail.com