FANS of singer Rafique Rashid, take note! Your favourite man is making a comeback after being away from the limelight for the last 18 months.

The place to be at is the Backyard Pub and Restaurant, located at Jln Sri Hartamas 8, Kuala Lumpur. When? A little after 9.30, tonight!

The singer, who's got quite a reputation for being a funny, witty songwriter and someone who knows how to take evergreens and give them a good grilling, will do two sets at the popular pub.

"Aw, man, this thing is really getting into gear," said Rafique, 45. "I'm really looking forward to it after being away for so long. I want to get the feel of being on stage again and slowly get back to playing regularly."

Rafique's last appearance was a one-night stand at Titus Blues Avenue in Chinatown, KL.

"I'll be doing songs I like," Rafique added. "I just want to have some fun and hopefully everyone will have a good time, too.

"There are some new songs I wrote a couple of years ago, but never played. They're pretty virginal in that sense."

Also performing at this gig is pianoman Allan Perera, famous for his stints with super-group Made in Malaysia, and as half of the comic duo, Comedy Court.

For reservations, call 03-6201 0318 or 012-210 6333.

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