Art of Speed 2026 Returns with SoundCircus Festival on August 1-2, 2026 MAEPS to Be Rocked by Tenxi, Cokelat X Ella, Masdo, Iqbal M, and 50+ Other Musicians

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KUALA LUMPUR, March 12, 2026 – Returning for its 15th edition after making history at its debut, Art of Speed 2026 (AOS 2026) invites visitors starting August 1, 2026 (10:00 am – late night) and August 2, 2026 (10:00 am – late night).

The event remains at the iconic Malaysia Agro Exposition Park, Serdang (MAEPS). Covering 452,084 square feet indoors and sprawling over 320 acres outdoors, each hall will be packed with diverse events, activities, and exhibitions sure to excite fans and visitors alike.

A highlight for 2026 is the return of the SoundCircus Festival, which had been absent for two years. It will occupy a 4-acre space featuring six stages for performances and activities.

The festival brings together artists and performers from Malaysia, Indonesia, and internationally, expected to draw large crowds just like previous editions.

As the Director of the Art of Speed Malaysia (AOSM) Festival and SoundCircus Summer Festival 2026, Mr. Asep Ahmad Iskandar describes this year’s event as a major evolution, significantly impacting Malaysia’s creative industry and tourism development.

For this year’s edition, SoundCircus is present with a concept that was first introduced in selected performance slots such as Cokelat X Ella, where legends from 2 countries join forces on one stage with a concept named ‘TAKHTA RATU NUSANTARA’.

Jemson X Def Gab C, a combination of two rock groups from two different generations, presents a very special concept, especially for rock fans, with a concept named ‘LEGENDS X RENEGADES’.

Slatan 0108, which celebrates the new concept while celebrating the group’s anniversary with the name 010.8 FM, presents: Hari Slatan.

Not forgetting that this year we will be bringing local folk music with Issey (Penyampai Radio), and The Clique will be bringing a dikir barat performance themed ‘Custom Culture’ called ‘DIKIR KUSTOM’.

In addition, a special concept where two generations of father and son, Couple and Adnan Othman, will share the stage for the first time, called ‘POWER POP YEAH YEAH’.

‘30 YEARS OF ASIAN HARDCORE’ is one of the new concepts introduced to welcome and celebrate the hardcore music movement. Various performance concepts will be introduced specifically for SCF2026.

“We are proud to bring SoundCircus back to MAEPS, Serdang in 2026, marking the festival’s evolution and its growing impact on Malaysia’s creative industry and tourism development.”

“Since its inception in 2017, SoundCircus has been conceptualized as a curated music platform dedicated to supporting both established and emerging talent, particularly in Malaysia’s independent and underground music ecosystem.

In 2019, driven by a surge in public enthusiasm and record attendance, SoundCircus expanded from its original indoor location to an outdoor venue at MAEPS, drawing more than 5,000 festival-goers.

“This expansion marks a significant milestone in the development of the festival and underscores its growing influence in the regional live entertainment circuit,” said Asep.

AOSM is partnering with Tourism Selangor as a strategic collaborator for SoundCircus and Art Of Speed Festival.

According to Asep, the collaboration is in line with broader efforts to position Selangor as a vibrant hub for cultural tourism, creative industries, and large-scale lifestyle events.

Through this collaboration, SoundCircus is expected to attract not only local attendees but also regional and international visitors, contributing to the growth of domestic tourism, hospitality sector engagement, and overall economic activity in the state.

“With the support of Tourism Selangor, we aim to elevate SoundCircus to a destination music experience that raises Selangor’s profile as a leading creative and tourism destination in the region.

“The introduction of six-stage layouts in 2026 reflects our commitment to expanding the scale of the festival while maintaining artistic integrity and diversity,” added Mr. Asep.

Meanwhile, the artist performances in the SoundCircus Festival will be divided into three phases. A line-up of musicians from various genres is ready to entertain visitors throughout the two days of AOS 2026, taking place on August 1 and 2.

The line-up of musicians involved in Phase 1 consists of 20 musicians, including The Jansen from Indonesia, Masdo, Midnight Fusic, Sweetass, Johny Comes Lately, Dannqrack Eemrun, Second Combat (30th Anniversary), Krusty, After Midnight, The World Ends With You, and Iron Gaze.

Also participating in Phase 1 are Iron Gaze, Heavener, BesSka Tok Saad, Open Privacy, Kosmik, DJ Queizham, DJ Miko Naiko, and S4ad.kl, DJ Zu, and DJ Creamminalsm.

The entertainers for Phase 2 are lined up with 34 musicians from Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and Japan. These include Freshtown All Stars, Cokelat X Ella (Indonesia & Malaysia), Hari Slatan, Nadin Amizah(Indonesia), Tenxi(Indonesia), High Therapy (Indonesia), Straight Answer (Indonesia), Sukses Lancar Rejeki (Indonesia), Johnny Pandora (Japan), Issey & The Clique (Dikir Kustom), Couple X Adnan Othman, Jemson X Def Gab C, and Iqbal M.

Moneybag, Empty Page, Tricks, Ya Bunayya, Ibliss, Piponation, Jahvalion, Ruckyard, Omnisync, Aimampus, K.O.I, Rina-Hime, Paylark, Nemesys, Mind Blank, Zafri Romai,

D’Pujanggas, Piring Terbang, Citykops, Overthrown (Singapore) (30th Anniversary), and DJ Mekanik will complete phase 2.

“As of Phases 1 and 2 that have been announced, we have been joined by 34 musicians from Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and Japan, while Phase 3 musicians will be announced soon.

“For the first time, only at the Festival SoundCircus 2026, there will be up to four stages inside and outside the location provided for each musician’s performance to be enjoyed by visitors.

“We are very appreciative and excited to bring all musicians with various genres and fan groups under one organization, which will be an epic moment that is only at AOS 2026,” said Asep.

To get involved with AOS 2026, visitors can get tickets in the following categories.

AOS 2026 admission tickets cost RM35.00.

SoundCircus tickets (General Admission) – RM89.00-RM169.00, RM139.00-RM219.00 (SoundCircus Rockzone), and RM188.00-RM388.00 for Hero Guest Care Pack are available via https://biz.bboevents.com/event/#/aosscf26.

The ticket sales phase begins with Phase 1 (RM129.00 GA / RM179.00 RZ), which has been on sale since 1 February 2026. Phase 2 (RM149.00 GA / RM199.00 RZ) will go on sale on 12 March 2026 with GA Group Buy (RM135.00 GB x 3 pax), Rockzone (RM189.00 GB x 3 pax), and Phase 3 (RM169.00 GA / RM219.00 RZ) on sale on a date to be announced.

Ticket purchases at the entrance will also be available on the day of the event, which is 1 and 2 August 2026.

AOS 2026 will be a venue that not only satisfies the thirst for entertainment of various genres but also brings back memories and knowledge about automotive, fashion, and the side events provided.

INFORMATION

Event: AOS 2026 & SoundCircus Festival

Date: 1 & 2 August 2026

Location: MAEPS Serdang

Time: 10:00 am – late night

With support from Tourism Selangor

Main Stage: SoundCircus Stage

2nd Stage: Stage 16

3rd Stage: Chaos Stage

4th Stage: Backdoor SoundSystem

5th Stage: AOS Stage

6th Stage: Kartel Stage

Performances:

PHASE 1 

1. The Jansen (ID)

2. Masdo

3. Midnight Fusic

4. Sweetass

5. Johny Comes Lately

6. Dannqrack & Eemrun

7. Second Combat (30th Anniversary)

8. Krusty

9. After Midnight

10. The World Ends With You.

11. Iron Gaze

12. Heavener

13. BesSka Tok Saad

14. Open Privacy

15. Kosmik

16. DJ Queizham

17. DJ Miko Naiko

18. S4d.kl

19. DJ Zu

20. DJ Creamminalsm

  PHASE 2

1. Freshtown All Stars

2. Cokelat X Ella (ID x MY)

3. Hari Slatan

4. Nadin Amizah (ID)

5. Tenxi (ID)

6. Johnny Pandora (JPN)

7. Sukses Lancar Rejeki (ID)

8. Issey & The Clique (Dikir Kustom)

9. Couple X Adnan Othman 10. Iqbal M.

11. Moneybag

12. Empty Page

13. Tricks

14. Ya Bunayya

15. High Therapy (ID)

16. Ibliss

17. Straight Answer (ID) (30 Years Anniversary)

18. Piponation 19. Jahvalion

20. Ruckyard

21. Omnisync

22. Aimampus

23. K.O.I

24. Rina-Hime

25. Paylark

26. Nemesys

27. Mind Blank

28. Zafri Romai

29. D’Pujanggas

30. Piring Terbang

31. Citykops

32. Overthrown (SG) (30 Years Anniversary)

33. Jemson X Def Gab C

34. DJ Mekanik

Ticket prices and categories :

AOS – RM35.00

SoundCircus General Admission – RM89.00-RM169.00

SoundCircus Rockzone – RM139.00-RM219.00

Hero Guest Care Pack – RM188.00-RM388.00

Upgrading tickets:

AOS Early Bird upgrade to SCF GA Phase 2: MYR 94

AOS Early Bird upgrade to SCF Rock Zone Phase 2: MYR 144

SCF

SCF Early Bird upgrade to Rock Zone Phase 2: MYR 90

SCF Phase 1 upgrade to Rock Zone Phase 2: MYR 50

SCF Phase 2 upgrade to Rock Zone Phase 2: MYR 50

SCF Group

SCF GA Group Phase 2 upgrade to RZ Group Phase 2: MYR 54 per ticket

Ticket sales phases:

Early Bird – RM89.00 GA / RM139.00 RZ (SOLD OUT)

Phase 1 – RM129.00 GA / RM179.00 RZ

Phase 2 – RM 149.00 GA / RM199.00 RZ / GB GA Rm 189 x 3pax / GB RZ x 3pax

Phase 3 – RM 169.00 GA / RM219.00 RZ

Door Ticket – 1 & 2 Ogos 2026

Ticket on sale dates:

Early Bird – 27 January 2026

Phase 1- 1 February 2026

Phase 2 – 12 March 2026

Phase 3 – 1 June 2026

Door Ticket – 1 & 2 August 2026

SCF2026 official merchandise pre-sale:

SCF2026 ticket holders – MYR 90

Non-SCF ticket holders – MYR 120

Website ticket: https://biz.bboevents.com/event/#/aosscf26.

What do the artists involved say?

Masdo

“Adrenalin, Resonansi, Ikonik”
“Kami akan menyajikan sebuah persembahan yang lain dari kebiasaan dan lebih keras”
“Kali terakhir Masdo di pentas SCF adalah pada tahun 2019, kini kami kembali di pentas SCF setelah 7 tahun, kami (Masdo) bersa sangat teruja untuk menjadi sebahagian dari SCF2026”

Jemput Dengar

“Chaos.Nostalgia.Suprise”
“Biasanya Jemput Dengar menjadi music curator/DJ sendirian tapi kalini Jemput Dengar bawa rakan rakan dan lagenda tanah air malaysia untuk bersama perform di pentas SCF2026”
“Excited dan teruja nak showcase satu persembahan yang lain daripada selalunya orang pergi tengok”

Sweetass

“Sweet As Hell”
“Playing new unreleased tracks.”
“Great to be back for SCF2026”

Kosmik

“Baddie, cool guy & Hot Wheels
“Non-stop-energetic-performance for the moshers & the stage divers.Providing hardcore party like there’s no tomorrow.”
“Excitement over the roof!We can’t believe dreams do come true,from die-hard crowd to being a performer.Can’t wait to perform at SCF2026!”

Krusty

“⁠Tak pernah dibuat orang”
“Krusty dah plan nak bawa alif syukri atas stage nanti”
“⁠Excited sebab acara once in a year SoundCircus 2026 tak sama macam yang previous”

Moneybag

“Pain and violence”
“We gonna bring new music with heavier breakdowns and groovy parts to keep you moving whether you wanna skank, headbang or mosh”
“Before this we played once, but this time it feels even bigger and its gonna be one of the biggest festivals in Malaysia”

Ruckyard

“Chaos! Lifestyle! Music!”
“Lebih tenaga, lebih chaos, lebih kesedaran”
“Super excited! 4 tahun apply and finally tahun ni berjaya dapat tempat di SCF2026!”

DJ Zu

Epic! Sexy! Chaotic!
“I’ll be playing Jungle, UKG, Drum & Bass. Genre yang tak ramai orang biasa dengar, tapi once you feel the energy, confirm naik bulu roma”
“Excited and bersyukur. I hope semua orang akan enjoy their time and go crazy!”

BesSka Tok Saad

“Excited. Nervous. Bangga”
“Arrangement lagu yang lebih agresif & lebih tight, crowd interaction yang gila-gila (circle pit mode ON 👊)”
“SoundCircus bukan sekadar festival, dia macam medan perang untuk band-band yang betul nak buktikan identiti. Dapat jadi sebahagian line-up 2026 memang satu honour besar untuk kami”

Straight Answer (ID)