Alleycats

Infobox musical artist
Name = Alleycats


Img_capt = David and Logan
Img_size = 50px
Background = group_or_band
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Origin = Penang, Malaysia
Genre = Pop
Hard rock
Years_active = 1969 – Present
Label = Polygram Records
Associated_acts =
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Current_members = Loganathan Arumugam (vocals)
David Arumugam (vocals)
Tan Chin Hock (drums) Shunmugam Arumugam (guitar)
Chester Anthony Passerella (saxophone)
Khoo Fook Sin (keyboards)
Grenville (keyboards)
Frank Ong (bass)|

The Alleycats is a Malaysian band which was formed in 1969 cite news
title = Loga of Alleycats stricken with cancer
url = http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2007/6/4/nation/17925616&sec=nation
publisher = The Star
date = 2007-06-04
accessdate = 2007-06-12
quote = The Alleycats, formed here in 1969, has been entertaining fans around the country, and in Singapore and Indonesia for 30 years. The group started by playing in clubs around the country before signing a recording deal with PolyGram Records in 1978. ] , and gained popularity in the late 1970s cite news
title = Man with a smile
url = http://star-ecentral.com/news/story.asp?file=/2007/6/6/music/17939924&sec=music
publisher = The Star
date = 2007-06-06
accessdate = 2007-06-12
quote = From blogs to websites and everyday conversations, Loga’s illness and death was the topic for many fans. The tributes won’t be stopping any time soon – a testimony to the Alleycats influence on nearly 40 years of music-making. This was the band that brought Malay pop music to all the races in this country, breaking through barriers and garnering respect and acclaim from all quarters since the late 1970s. ] . They comprise of musicians from Penang, and gained popularity in their home state earlier on in their career .

Band members

Members include:
*David Arumugam on vocals
*Loganathan Arumugum on vocals
*Tan Chin Hock on drums
*Shunmugam Arumugam on lead guitar
*Chester Anthony Passerella on saxophone
*Khoo Fook Sin and Grenville on keyboards
*Frank Ong on bass guitar.

Alleycats' music is said to be influenced by Air Supply, Phil Collins, Bee Gees, Billy Joel, David Gates & Bread, Santana and Paul McCartneyFact|date=June 2007.

All Alleycats album were produced by Eric Yeo. Most of their hit songs were penned by music supremo M.Nasir with the lyrics most done by S.Amin Shahab. M.Nasir/S.Amin combination were most noticed with hit songs such as Hingga Akhir Nanti, Andai Aku Pergi Dulu, Sekuntum Mawar Merah Sebuah Puisi, Setahun Sudah Berlalu, Seribu Bintang, Nota Terakhir.

History

There were earlier line-ups of this band but the line-up mentioned was the one that granted an opportunity for a higher level of achievement in music Fact|date=June 2007. The Alleycats were always on top of the musical stage in Malaysia even before they were signed up as recording artistes.

This line-up secured a performance contract in the Mocambo club situated in Central, a business sector on Hong Kong island in 1976. It was supposed to be a three-month contract but their success in wooing the crowd earned them three yearly contracts bundled with TV and concert appearances as means of promoting the band. They became a hit with the locals in Hong Kong. It was not until they left Hong Kong to start a new performance contract in Singapore that they were spotted by major recording companies.

The Alleycats started out in 1978 by signing a contract with Polygram Records-Philips to produce an album . They went to Hong Kong to record their album in Dragon Studio. Later, Lion Studio in Singapore was responsible for mastering Alleycats' albums. The Alleycats' first released album was "Senandung Semalam" ("Yesterday's Serenade"), with their first single "Terima Kasih" ("Thank You").

The existence of this band was vital to the Malaysian music industry. They had contributed to the development of the Malaysian music industry and till today are still regarded as one of the legendary Malaysian pop music bands of all time. Even with changes in the line-up, they are still active in performing and recording. The Alleycats have a strong fan base from all walks of life in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore.cite news
title = Alleycats co-founder dies
url = http://news.asiaone.com.sg/st/st_20070605_125900.html
publisher = asiaone.com
date = 2007-06-05
accessdate = 2007-06-13
quote = Arumugum, known fondly as Loga, was a founding member of the Alleycats, Malaysia's popular pioneering pop band which also had a huge following in Singapore and Indonesia. ]

Passing of Loganathan

Loganathan Arumugam, vocalist of the Alleycats, passed away on June 4, 2007 following an 8 month battle with lung cancercite news
title = How Loga became an Alleycat: Mum
url = http://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news.cfm?NewsID=50502
publisher = Daily Express
date = 2007-06-08
accessdate = 2007-06-14
quote = Loga, 54, died at the Mount Miriam Hospital on Monday after battling with lung cancer for eight months. He breathed his last at 10.50am with all his close family members by his bedside. ] . His death is deeply mourned by Alleycats fans as seen in the press and media.

An [http://www.ngts.com.my/creativefactory/alleycats/index.php Alleycats Music Video Competition] , held as a tribute to the late Loganathan Arumugam of Alleycats will be conducted between 25 June 2006 - 25 July 2007. This is jointly organised by NGT Solutions (M) Sdn Bhd and Universal Music Malaysia, with the support from Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC). It is in line with the government’s initiative in encouraging contentpreneurs to develop local content and to be able to identify creativity in the minds of Malaysians.

A year after the loss of Loga to lung cancer, the Alleycats will be the lead artistes in a concert organised by the Lung Foundation of Malaysia (LFM) to raise money for its activities. Established in November 2005, LFM is a non-profit Foundation geared towards offering support for patients afflicted with lung diseases to enable them to lead a better quality lifestyle with minimal suffering. The Foundation’s funds are generated solely from generous donations from corporate organisations, charitable bodies and the general public. The contributions will be used to provide monetary relief for underprivileged patients to undergo the necessary treatment. LFM will also fund scientific research, education and training to enhance the knowledge, skills and care for patients in Malaysia.)The concert will be held at the Istana Budaya in Kuala Lumpur at 8.30 pm each night from Fri- Sun 27-29 June 2008 Supporting acts include:27/6 - Hattan & Jaclyn Victor28/6 - Hattan & Liza Hanim29/6 - Hattan & Adibah NoorTickets for the charity concert are priced at RM50, RM75, RM150, RM180, RM210 and RM250 per person. Tickets are also being sold at RM500 on the final night (Gala Night).Tickets can be obtained from TICKET2U Tel[phone] or www.TICKET2U.biz.

Discography

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Type = Studio
Name = Terima Kasih ("Thank You")
Released = 1979
Label = Philips Polygram Records
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Singles = Terima Kasih, Jika Kau Bercinta Lagi
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Type = Studio
Name = Penyanyi ("The Singer")
Released = 1979
Label = Philips Polygram Records
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Singles = Cahaya Keinsafan
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Type = Studio
Name = Dapatkah ("Could ...?")
Released = 1980
Label = Philips Polygram Records
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Type = Studio
Name = The Alleycats – Kuching ("cat")
Released = 1981
Label = Philips Polygrame Records
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Singles = Andainya Aku Pergi Dulu, Gerimis Senja, Sekuntum Mawar Merah Sebuah Puisi
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Type = Studio
Name = Alleycats 4
Released = 1981
Label = Philips Polygram Records
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Singles = Kisah Kau Dan Aku, Hingga Akhir Nanti
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Type = Studio
Name = "Alleycats – 6 kuching" ("six cats")
Released = 1982
Label = Philips Polygram Records
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Name = Alleycats 7
Released = 1983
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Type = Studio
Name = Drama Kehidupan ("Life Drama")
Released = 1984
Label = Philips Polygram Records
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Type = Studio
Name = Kerana ("Because")
Released = 1984
Label = Philips Polygrame Records
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Type = Studio
Name = Suara Kekasih ("Voice of Lover")
Released = 1985
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Type = Studio
Name = Sampaikan Salam ("Send My Regards")
Released = 1986
Label = Philips Polygram Records
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Type = Studio
Name = Alleycats 12
Released = 1986
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Type = Studio
Name = Aku Kerinduan ("I'm Missing Someone")
Released = 1987
Label = Philips Polygram Records
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Type = Studio
Name = Tangga-Tangga Ke Pintu Bahagia ("Stairway to the Gate of Happiness")
Released = 2004
Label = UNIVERSAL MUSIC
Producer = BOON TAN & M.NASIR
Format = CD
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External links

* [http://www.myspace.com/alleycatsmalaysia Alleycats on Myspace]

References