Kuala Lumpur was set ablaze with the spirit of Tina Turner, brought to life by the magnetic force of Rebecca O’Connor in her dazzling tribute, “Simply The Best: Celebrating Tina” on 11 July 2024 during the premiere night. Zepp Kuala Lumpur reverberated with powerful vocals and iconic hits that made Tina Turner a legend, as O’Connor delivered an electrifying performance that captivated the audience. The concert will continue at Zepp on 12 and 13 July 2024.
O’Connor, the only artiste personally endorsed by the late Tina Turner herself – who once famously
proclaimed, “Rebecca isso good, it’sscary!” – hasspent 15 years perfecting her portrayal of the queen
of rock ‘n’ roll. Her pitch-perfect renditions of classics like “What’s Love Got To Do With It”, “Private
Dancer” and “Simply The Best” were nothing short of spectacular, bringing fans to their feet in an
atmosphere of pure joy and nostalgia.
To kick off the premiere night concert, the audience was treated to an opening act by the talented
singer, rapper and songwriter Kayda Aziz, who performed her hit tune “Call On Me”. A regular on the
Malaysian hip-hop scene, the award-winning artiste has collaborated with industry veterans such as
Sheila Majid, Altimet, Yuka Kharisma, KRU and Hunny Madu.
Then it was showtime as O’Connor and her band of rock musicians and dancers delivered a
powerhouse performance that surpassed expectations, radiating a stellar stage presence reminiscent
of Tina Turner’s. Throughout the 90-minute concert that was divided into two dynamic sets, the
audience sang and danced to high-energy renditions of classics like “Nutbush City Limits”, “Proud
Mary”, “River Deep Mountain High” and many more. Said rap artiste and songwriter Hunny Madu on
O’Connor’s portrayal of Tina Turner, “She sounded so much like Tina Turner! If I closed my eyes, I’d
feel like Tina Turner is performing herself.” Madu’s favourite performances? “Rebecca covered my
favourite songs “What’s Love Got to Do With It” and “I Can’t Stand the Rain”. She did them very
well.”
On stage, O’Connor exuded boundless energy, as she captured Turner’s distinctive wild hair and iconic
red lips. While performing “Help”, her explosive energy was even more remarkable as she dazzled in a
stunning cape designed by renowned Malaysian fashion designer Dato’ Tom Abang Saufi. The
costume’s attention to detail and intricate design were perfectly suited to the night, adding to
O’Connor’s captivating presence.
“The “Simply The Best” concert, celebrating Tina Turner by Rebecca O’Connor, is a spectacular show
that truly lives up to its name. O’Connor’s performance is nothing short of electrifying, showcasing her
powerful vocals and incredible energy. The show is a visual and auditory feast, with stunning costumes
and a dynamic stage design that highlights the best of both international and Malaysian artistry.
Presented by Milestone Production, this concert is a must-see event that captures the essence of Tina
Turner’s legendary performances,” says Dato Grace, Managing Director of Milestone Production.
About Milestone Production
Established in 2003, Milestone Production is one of the region’s leading global show production
companies that provides unparalleled live entertainment experiences. We aim to cultivate an
appreciation of the performing arts in the area by bringing in internationally acclaimed West End and
Broadway productions to Malaysia and to the rest of South East Asia, namely – “Mamma Mia The
Musical”, “The Mousetrap”, the multi-award winning Broadway production “Jersey Boys”, “Thriller
Live”, “Saturday Night Fever”, “Potted Potter”, “Dr.Bubble With Milkshake”, “One Man Star Wars
Trilogy”, “Dr.Balloon’s Science Adventure”, “Rumour Has It – Adele – Her Life And Songs”, the iconic
“An Evening With The Phantom Of The Opera”, “Remembering Whitney – The Greatest Love Of All”,
“Yannick Bovy Celebrates 100 Years Of Nat King Cole”, “Madagascar The Musical” and “Concert of
The Champion – Long Live The Queen”.
