Members/Particulars:
Riz - guitar/vocals
Man – drums
Brian – guitar
Pong - bass
Contact Information:
Riz: (852) 9528-5433
E-mail: riz@kinglychee.com
Band Bio
King Ly Chee was formed in May of 1999 fueled by the fire and passion of a form of music called hardcore. In 1999, the music climate of Hong Kong was an unhealthy world of cover bands passing themselves off as “hardcore” or “metal” while belting out tunes by Limp Bizkit. The founder of King Ly Chee, Riz, had enough and one day, he decided that it was time that someone set the record straight on what “hardcore” truly implies even though he didn't, and still doesn't, consider himself any sort of know-it-all of hardcore. He set off on the mammoth task by releasing a bilingual zine called Start From Scratch that included interviews, essays and CD reviews of world-renown punk, metal and hardcore bands. As the wheels were turning for Start From Scratch, Riz sat back and realized that words were not enough, kids in Hong Kong needed to hear, feel and see “hardcore” in action to fully absorb the impact. King Ly Chee was the result. This band has tirelessly continued down this mission for over 9 years now accomplishing feats that no other heavy/aggressive band from this city has ever succeeded in doing. Through their sheer determination and passion for hardcore, they have taken their sounds, energy and hearts to surrounding Asian countries, and Europe, helping establish the name “King Ly Chee” as a truly Asian band. Its time for them to see what else is out there …to see what they have to offer the world.
As of August 2006, King Ly Chee has started up Hong Kong’s very own independent record label called Start From Scratch Records to help nurture and announce to the world Hong Kong’s other homegrown talent. The label has signed 3 bands (including King Ly Chee) and further information can be found on: www.startfromscratchrecords.com.hk
In January 2008 they released their highly anticipated 6-song EP aptly titled Unite Asia. This was released via China’s biggest metal magazine Painkiller. King Ly Chee’s presence in Asia is reinforced with the entourage of Asian labels have jumped on board to help promote this release throughout their own countries. Participating labels are: Dyslexia Records (Malaysia), Fast Youth Records (Indonesia), One Voice Records (Singapore), Take 4 Collective (Philippines), Townhall Records (South Korea), Sound Pollution (Sweden), Leek Records (Taiwan), Start From Scratch Records (Hong Kong).
Releases
In October 2000, in DIY punk/hardcore fashion, they released their first, aptly titled, record We Are Who We Are. In August 2002, big things happened when they were approached by Paul Wong, the legendary guitarist/vocalist of Hong Kong’s biggest band Beyond. Paul Wong signed King Ly Chee on to his brand new independent label called Polar Bear Production and helped release King Ly Chee’s infamous second album, Stand Strong, in 2003. The album reached #11 on the HMV music charts something that is absolutely unheard of in Hong Kong for even pop-rock bands much less a hardcore band. Shortly after the release of the album, King Ly Chee filmed a CD release show for a LIVE DVD entitled Stand Strong Live 2003. Though the sound quality does not do the band justice, the energy caught on film that the band injects into the audience is documented very profoundly on this short disc. In January of 2006, King Ly Chee independently released a split CD called Under One Flag with an Eastern European band called Good Reason. The disc has been an attempt to bridge two communities connected by hardcore/punk rock. Shortly after releasing the CD, King Ly Chee took the music out to Eastern Europe on a 10-day tour around countries such as Slovakia, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Austria. This CD is also currently being distributed in the USA under Shnarler Records. January 2008 King Ly Chee released a 6 song EP entitled Unite Asia through China’s largest metal magazine: Painkiller. The plan is to begin recording immediately for their new album that will be released the end of 2008.
Shows
For the past 9 years King Ly Chee have established themselves as one of Asia's premier heavy bands. They've proudly been carrying the Asian flag as they've played in Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Korea, all over China including Beijing, Wuhan, Guangzhou, Taiwan and Macau, Indonesia, and Singapore. These shows have included major music festivals playing in front of 10,000 people in Korea, 8,000 people in Jakarta. Aside from these shows, they have continuously organized shows for various international touring bands such as Himsa, Rambo, 100 Demons, Envy, Naiad, Reflector, NOFX, The Bouncing Souls, Die Young TX, and were chosen to represent Hong Kong by opening for Korn (which the band had to mull over for weeks before deciding that it was worth it to get on stage and represent Hong Kong in this fashion), and were NOFX's Asian support act during their Asian tour in 2007.
Press
King Ly Chee has been blessed to have the support of numerous magazines, websites, radio, etc., from all over the world. It has been incredibly moving for an Asian band to get the support that they have gotten. Recently they have had features on Channel V and various other media.
Riz - guitar/vocals
Man – drums
Brian – guitar
Pong - bass
Contact Information:
Riz: (852) 9528-5433
E-mail: riz@kinglychee.com
Band Bio
King Ly Chee was formed in May of 1999 fueled by the fire and passion of a form of music called hardcore. In 1999, the music climate of Hong Kong was an unhealthy world of cover bands passing themselves off as “hardcore” or “metal” while belting out tunes by Limp Bizkit. The founder of King Ly Chee, Riz, had enough and one day, he decided that it was time that someone set the record straight on what “hardcore” truly implies even though he didn't, and still doesn't, consider himself any sort of know-it-all of hardcore. He set off on the mammoth task by releasing a bilingual zine called Start From Scratch that included interviews, essays and CD reviews of world-renown punk, metal and hardcore bands. As the wheels were turning for Start From Scratch, Riz sat back and realized that words were not enough, kids in Hong Kong needed to hear, feel and see “hardcore” in action to fully absorb the impact. King Ly Chee was the result. This band has tirelessly continued down this mission for over 9 years now accomplishing feats that no other heavy/aggressive band from this city has ever succeeded in doing. Through their sheer determination and passion for hardcore, they have taken their sounds, energy and hearts to surrounding Asian countries, and Europe, helping establish the name “King Ly Chee” as a truly Asian band. Its time for them to see what else is out there …to see what they have to offer the world.
As of August 2006, King Ly Chee has started up Hong Kong’s very own independent record label called Start From Scratch Records to help nurture and announce to the world Hong Kong’s other homegrown talent. The label has signed 3 bands (including King Ly Chee) and further information can be found on: www.startfromscratchrecords.com.hk
In January 2008 they released their highly anticipated 6-song EP aptly titled Unite Asia. This was released via China’s biggest metal magazine Painkiller. King Ly Chee’s presence in Asia is reinforced with the entourage of Asian labels have jumped on board to help promote this release throughout their own countries. Participating labels are: Dyslexia Records (Malaysia), Fast Youth Records (Indonesia), One Voice Records (Singapore), Take 4 Collective (Philippines), Townhall Records (South Korea), Sound Pollution (Sweden), Leek Records (Taiwan), Start From Scratch Records (Hong Kong).
Releases
In October 2000, in DIY punk/hardcore fashion, they released their first, aptly titled, record We Are Who We Are. In August 2002, big things happened when they were approached by Paul Wong, the legendary guitarist/vocalist of Hong Kong’s biggest band Beyond. Paul Wong signed King Ly Chee on to his brand new independent label called Polar Bear Production and helped release King Ly Chee’s infamous second album, Stand Strong, in 2003. The album reached #11 on the HMV music charts something that is absolutely unheard of in Hong Kong for even pop-rock bands much less a hardcore band. Shortly after the release of the album, King Ly Chee filmed a CD release show for a LIVE DVD entitled Stand Strong Live 2003. Though the sound quality does not do the band justice, the energy caught on film that the band injects into the audience is documented very profoundly on this short disc. In January of 2006, King Ly Chee independently released a split CD called Under One Flag with an Eastern European band called Good Reason. The disc has been an attempt to bridge two communities connected by hardcore/punk rock. Shortly after releasing the CD, King Ly Chee took the music out to Eastern Europe on a 10-day tour around countries such as Slovakia, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Austria. This CD is also currently being distributed in the USA under Shnarler Records. January 2008 King Ly Chee released a 6 song EP entitled Unite Asia through China’s largest metal magazine: Painkiller. The plan is to begin recording immediately for their new album that will be released the end of 2008.
Shows
For the past 9 years King Ly Chee have established themselves as one of Asia's premier heavy bands. They've proudly been carrying the Asian flag as they've played in Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Korea, all over China including Beijing, Wuhan, Guangzhou, Taiwan and Macau, Indonesia, and Singapore. These shows have included major music festivals playing in front of 10,000 people in Korea, 8,000 people in Jakarta. Aside from these shows, they have continuously organized shows for various international touring bands such as Himsa, Rambo, 100 Demons, Envy, Naiad, Reflector, NOFX, The Bouncing Souls, Die Young TX, and were chosen to represent Hong Kong by opening for Korn (which the band had to mull over for weeks before deciding that it was worth it to get on stage and represent Hong Kong in this fashion), and were NOFX's Asian support act during their Asian tour in 2007.
Press
King Ly Chee has been blessed to have the support of numerous magazines, websites, radio, etc., from all over the world. It has been incredibly moving for an Asian band to get the support that they have gotten. Recently they have had features on Channel V and various other media.