The Goblokes, a Malaysian rockabilly band, are pushing for a debut at Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend. They’re recording their first album and building buzz with shows at home and abroad.
Three musicians from Malaysia want to shake up Las Vegas. The Goblokes, a rockabilly trio, are aiming for a spot at the city’s famous Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend. They want to bring their mix of Malaysian roots and classic rockabilly to one of the world’s best-known festival stages before the decade ends.
Las Vegas draws big names and reunion tours every year. The Oasis stadium show, as reported earlier, is just one example. But The Goblokes are a different story. The band—Khid Buck (vocals, guitar), Afiq Nazrin (double bass), and Cecep Permana (drums)—built their following in Malaysia and nearby countries. Their sound mixes the swagger of Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash with local flavor and a bit of mischief. Even their name is a joke: it blends the Indonesian word "goblok" (foolish) with the English "blokes."
Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend is widely described as the city’s long-running rockabilly festival, but most available listings are from secondary tourism and event guides rather than the official festival archive.
Las Vegas ambitions and festival goals
The Goblokes want to play Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend. The festival started in 1997 and is now the city’s longest-running event for the genre. The band will hit their third anniversary in November. None of them are full-time musicians—Khid also works as a freelance writer and editor. Still, their dedication is obvious. They play about three shows a month and have already performed at regional festivals. Each gig adds to their case for a Las Vegas debut.
Khid says the band came together by chance. Other musicians introduced him to Afiq and Cecep after seeing his passion for rockabilly. The chemistry was instant. Their live shows are loud, fast, and full of energy. Fans and industry insiders have noticed. Francis Danker, president of Musicians for Musicians, invited them to play at the group’s benefit concert in Kuala Lumpur.
As of early October 2026, Las Vegas event calendars confirm the city remains a major live-music market with a dense October concert schedule. However, no independent result in the available search set confirms any booking or appearance by The Goblokes at Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend, and the only surfaced Las Vegas-related event listings do not mention the band or the festival lineup.
Upcoming shows and album plans
The Goblokes will play the Musicians for Musicians benefit concert on October 10 at Kelab Golf Negara Subang. They’ll share the stage with Electric Orgasm and Datuk Francissca Peter. This show highlights their growing reputation, both at home and abroad. Still, they remain outsiders in Malaysia’s mainstream music scene.
The band is also recording their first album. They hope to release it early next year. Their debut single, "Cara Kami," came out in 2024 and is on streaming platforms now. The song blends classic rockabilly with Malaysian style. It also sends a message. One verse calls for respect for local culture after the 2023 Good Vibes Festival controversy. Another pushes back against xenophobia and narrow thinking in global music.
Distinctive sound and local identity
Their setlist includes "Lewat Malam," "Step Away From My Wife," and "21 Days." That last one could fit right into a Johnny Cash album. Khid, who also co-founded Smara’s Dessert, says the band is still picking an album title and finishing a few tracks. Their goal is simple. They want a record that feels true to who they are.
For now, The Goblokes are focused on the upcoming benefit concert and fine-tuning their sound. Tickets for the Musicians for Musicians event are on sale through Ticket2U. Fans have a chance to see the trio live before they chase their Las Vegas dream.
Editorial perspective
The Goblokes’ push for a Las Vegas festival slot shows that the city still draws talent from around the world. It’s not just about big stars. New acts with fresh ideas want in. Their story isn’t about nostalgia. It’s about how Las Vegas keeps opening its doors to new voices. If The Goblokes keep up their momentum, they could bring something new to Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend. The city’s music scene is always changing. This could be the next chapter.
