Date Posted: 02 Sep 2010

KOTA KINABALU, 2nd SEPTEMBER 2010 - Once again Contagious Concepts (M) Sdn. Bhd. presents the "Stompin Sabah 2010", the Ultimate Borneo Music Blast that has proved its unique performances and original style of music. Ignited by Xpax, Celcom Axiata Berhad [formerly known as Celcom (Malaysia) Berhad] main prepaid brand targeting the youth, "Stompin Sabah" is back for the second time running with ‘bigger' artistes and better music!

First introduced on 31 December 2009 in conjunction with the New Year celebration, this year's "Stompin Sabah" will be happening on 6 November 2010 at Sabah Port (Jesselton Point), Kota Kinabalu from 6pm until 2am the following day. This event is also supported by the Ministry of Tourism Sabah and Dewan Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu.

"We are glad to be part of Stompin Sabah for the second time. Xpax has always been a great supporter of music, be it international or local acts, and this event is a great opportunity to reward our young customers here. This event fits in with Xpax's brand promise of youthful energy and urban attractiveness," said Zalman Aefendy Zainal Abidin, Celcom's Director of Marketing.

Over the years, Xpax has ignited events such as the MTV World Stage Live in Malaysia, Rainforest World Music Festival, Miri Jazz Festival, concerts by international stars the like of Ne-Yo and Lee Hom, just to name a few.

He further added, "Xpax not only offers our young customers with unbeatable call rate to 15 of their favourite numbers on all networks - an offer like none others in Malaysia - this prepaid brand also provides the youth with the chance to be part of the hippest and funkiest events in town. For Stompin Sabah 2010, Xpax customers can get one FREE VIP pass by simply reloading RM30 worth of airtime starting next Monday, 6 September 2010."

Xpax customers need to type "REGSTOMPIN" and SMS to 28881, and a confirmation SMS will be sent upon successful registration. After which, reload a minimum of RM30 worth of airtime and a mobile voucher for a FREE "Stompin Sabah 2010" VIP pass with redemption instructions will be sent to you. Pass redemption can be made at the Kota Kinabalu's Celcom branch on a first-come-first-serve basis and while stock last.

"To all Xpax's Facebook fans out there, look out for updates on our page where you can stand the chance to win passes to be part of this year's most happening music festival in Sabah," commented Zalman Aefendy.

Experience the uniqueness of the combined "Urban Music" and "Nature-Inspired Music" ‘live' on stage. The "Stompin Sabah 2010" will open with Shawn Lee ‘beat boxing' alongside MC Vibe and Toi of Akademi Fantasia 6 who will be playing the ‘angklung'. Not-to-be-missed is the ‘battle of the guitar' by Malaysia's famous musicians such as Joe Wings and Man Kidal. And for the first time, the event will be introducing the winning guitarist, Dicken from Ranau, Sabah.

Our very own Rock Queen, Ella, will also be rocking the stage of "Stompin sabah 2010" with her energetic performance. The event will be featuring local and international deejays the like of DJ Tony, Genderang Toi Angklung, Wicked Aura Batucada from Singapore and Kulahig from Philippines.

Other than the Sabah population, the event also targets audiences from Peninsular Malaysia, South East Asian countries as well as Australia.

The official magazine for the event is Breeze whilst the official hotel is Imperial Hotel Sabah. Tickets are priced at RM30 for general & RM100 for VIP and ticket are available at Jesselton Point and Imperial Hotel from 11 October to 6 November 2010 from 11am to 8pm. 

For early reservations, please call the event organiser:

Contagious Concepts (M) Sdn. Bhd.
No. 713, 7th Floor, Block B, Mentari Business Park
Jln PJS 8/5, Bandar Sunway, 46150, Petaling Jaya,
Selangor Datul Ehsan

Phone: (03) 56363835 Fax: (03) 5635 3836

Tickets will also be available online at www.mudah.my from end of September onwards. For further information on the event, tickets or sponsorship, please call

Elly Rahman at 013-390 3191 or Cheryl Pinto at 019-650 1499.

(Source: Sabah Tourism Press Release, 02 Sep 2010)