AdminOver 10,000 music lovers ascended the cool misty heights of Resorts World Awana for the electrifying climax of Heineken Refresh Your Music, Refresh Your Nights 2025, a finale that brought together diverse genres, unexpected collaborations, and unforgettable crowd moments.
The highland breeze was charged with excitement from the start, as the rising DJ duo Beautiful Mistakes opened with a genre-fluid set that blurred the lines between house, techno, and pop. Their shimmering textures and unpredictable transitions set the tone for a night dedicated to musical exploration — exactly what Heineken® had envisioned.
“Heineken Refresh is more than just music — it’s about discovery and shared experience,” said Shaun Lim, Marketing Manager – Premium, Heineken Malaysia Berhad. “It’s about stepping into the unexpected, whether that’s a new genre, a surprising venue, or a connection with someone you’ve just met.”
Real-time connections
More than just a concert, the finale became an interactive playground where fans helped shape the soundscape. In a twist that delighted the crowd, Beautiful Mistakes and later local favourite Blink passed the beat to the people — literally — allowing live genre voting on the next track drop. From K-pop and EDM to unexpected rock anthems, the crowd didn’t just listen; they helped craft the setlist.
This fan-powered feature was a hallmark of the night’s refreshing spontaneity, drawing strangers together in shared rhythm and keeping energy levels sky-high.
“We’ve reimagined how music brings people together — especially when it’s shared with an ice-cold Heineken®,” Lim added. “Each year, we’ve raised the bar in how fans experience music and connect with one another.”
The hands-in-the-air unity was only amplified during the Heineken Moment, when synchronized fireworks burst across the sky in tandem with the beat — a kaleidoscopic celebration that lit up not just the night, but the faces of fans immersed in the moment.
K-pop Star HYO brings the unexpected
As night fell deeper, the stage welcomed HYO, best known as a member of K-pop powerhouse Girls’ Generation, now commanding her own lane in electronic and house music. Opening with a live choir and hints of her musical past, she seamlessly fused high-impact electro with soaring choral elements — a performance that sent waves of surprise and emotion rippling through the crowd.
This wasn’t just a nostalgic nod; it was a reinvention. HYO proved that genre legacy and forward-thinking beats could coexist, pushing fans to step out of the familiar and embrace something bold and new — the very essence of the Refresh movement.
Zedd’s climactic set
All roads led to one of the world’s most celebrated names in dance music: Zedd. Taking the stage for the finale, the Grammy-winning producer unleashed a meticulously crafted performance with cinematic builds, spine-tingling drops, and a full-scale visual spectacle. Every beat triggered roars, with friends and strangers jumping in sync — an emotional, high-voltage moment of unity.
“Zedd took Heineken Refresh to the next level—an explosive set, an ocean of fans, and an epic night to remember,” read a caption from Heineken’s post-event coverage. It wasn’t hyperbole. From the very first drop, it was clear the night would end on a seismic high.
With Heineken® bottles raised and neon lights painting the highlands, the event became more than a party — it was a shared discovery, a redefinition of what live music could feel like.
Now in its third year, the Heineken Refresh Your Music, Refresh Your Nights campaign continues to push boundaries across Malaysia. From unexpected pop-up gigs in everyday locations to this highland spectacle, the platform is redefining how and where fans experience music.
“Heineken will continue to inspire music lovers to step out of the familiar, discover new sounds, and spark new connections,” said Lim.
As the final beats faded into the night sky, one thing was clear — Heineken® Refresh didn’t just unite music fans. It refreshed the very meaning of music discovery.
CJMY
C. Khor
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