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I discover veteran acts Nile Rodgers, Grace Jones and more at the inaugural Ombak Festival in Desaru
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Grace Jones dominated the stage at the inaugural Ombak Festival with elaborate costumes and husky vocals.
PHOTO: DESARU COAST
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DESARU, Malaysia – Nearly everyone I told about my plans to attend a music festival in Desaru gave me a look of confusion.
After all, the region is better known for being a relaxing, family-friendly destination, not one that pulses with the energy of a music festival.
