Anugerah Juara Lagu Ke 20

And so it was a night of glamour last night during the Anugerah Juara Lagu Ke 20, organised by TV3 and sponsored by L'oreal Paris. Anugerah Juara Lagu Ke 20, kicked off when Muzik Muzik 20 started right after Anugerah Juara Lagu Ke 19 early 2005. A lot of songs battle for the highest spot for the final to be nominated in each category. The categories are, Malaysian Ethnic Music (also known Irama Malaysia), Pop Rock and Balada (Ballads that is). This year, the theme is 'Evolusi Muzik Berterusan' or 'Music Evolution Continues'. The idea behind this theme is that how local music industry has changing since the 50s right up to the new generation of millinieum.

Last night, we heard 12 songs battle it out to be the best among the best in their category and also to be the best of over all. The night kicked off with 'Red Carpet' event and followed by the main event.

Highlights of the night is performance by Ning Baizura's Awan Yang Terpilu (nominated fr Balada category) and Jaclyn Victor's Wajah and Gemilang (which also in the same category). Not to forget also other performances by Noraniza Idris which make me thinking whether the song is actually ethnic or rojak. Anyhow, Mawi as expected did make his fans cheering. And Hazami's Katakan.. did i have to say more? And also Adam's Tak Tahu.. God, it's like ala Lau Tak Wah or Aaron Kwok showcase!! and plus he sounded like KRU's brothers! But it kept show going on!

Well, while waiting for the result, we were treated by veteran and new artiste for the medley and mix. It is rather weird to hear all this sort of song but it keep the show going. One thing to improve.. the customes! OMG!! need me to say more! Need to re-think the colour coordination together with the performances!

Result:

Best Performance:

Mawi (Aduh Saliha)

I don't have to say anything as this result is base on 50% sms and 50% jury. We know how big his SMS fans is!!

Best Vocal:

Hazami (Katakan)

I don't know how the jury could chose Hazami to win this category. Those who watching the LIVE coverage or actually there watching it, should know who deserved this title. Jaclyn Victor has the best vocal for the night but Ning is a strong contender. So, the result has spoken.. now we know how our local music industry has 'evoluted'!

Best song in Irama Malaysia category:

Aduh Saliha (Mawi)

I don't need to say more..

Best Song in Pop Rock category:

Katakan (Hazami)

Well, i expected 'Gaia' would win but am wrong again.. so hard to predict!!

Best song in Balada category:

Gemilang (Jaclyn Victor)

Delievered it powerful, full with energy, show that she is really talented, sing her heart out. She is best among the best!

Winner of Anugerah Juara Lagu Ke 20:

Gemilang (Jaclyn Victor)

Need i say more? I'll try to get the video and post it here..

Will see how Anugerah Juara Lagu Ke 21 next year!!