When Sean Ge co-founded Evolution Events Asia over a decade ago, the landscape for electronic music events in Southeast Asia looked vastly different. Fast forward to today, and his company has become synonymous with boundary-pushing productions that draw tens of thousands of passionate fans across Malaysia, Thailand, and beyond. With events like Verknipt Malaysia, Transmission Bangkok, and Techmission Thailand under their belt, Evolution Events Asia has proven that the region's appetite for world-class electronic music experiences is only growing.

Their first event of 2026 marks another milestone: Fantasm: All Day Long, taking place on January 31st at the newly-built idea Live Arena in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. The event will feature a six-hour continuous set from Fantasm, one of the world's most sought-after hard techno artists, making it Southeast Asia's first arena-scale event built entirely around a single artist.

We sat down with Sean Ge to discuss what makes Evolution Events Asia different, the challenges of running large-scale music events in the region, and why the right ticketing platform can make or break an event.
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Crafting Immersive Experiences for a Passionate Audience

Evolution Events Asia doesn't just throw parties. According to Sean, the company focuses on "curating immersive, indoor production-led music events for a niche but highly passionate audience across Asia." Their strength lies in combining cutting-edge production with forward-thinking electronic music, particularly in trance, hardstyle, and hard techno genres.

"Our strength lies in combining cutting-edge production with forward-thinking electronic music, particularly in trance, hardstyle, and hard techno genres to create an experience that feels intentional, intimate, and culturally relevant rather than mass market," Sean explains. The results speak for themselves. Their second edition of Verknipt Malaysia in 2025 sold out with 5,000 attendees, while Techmission Thailand 2024 attracted patrons from over 40 countries, becoming Southeast Asia's largest indoor techno event with 6,000 attendees.

The company's track record speaks volumes. From their first stadium show in 2017 that welcomed 18,000 people to consistent sell-outs across multiple markets, Evolution Events Asia has mastered the art of scaling while maintaining the quality and intimacy that fans crave.
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Fantasm: All Day Long – A New Chapter in Event Innovation

The upcoming Fantasm: All Day Long event at idea Live Arena represents a bold new format for the region. The 6,000-capacity indoor venue will host a complete musical journey spanning six hours, featuring 4D curated visuals, time-coded special effects, and production designed specifically for this extended format.

"People should attend this event not just for Fantasm's high-energy performance, but for the journey he creates across his entire set," Sean shares. "He has a rare ability to move across multiple genres and moods, building tension and release in a way that keeps a crowd fully locked in from start to finish."

For attendees, this means an evolving experience that transforms hour by hour. Rather than the traditional multi-artist lineup, Evolution Events Asia is betting on depth over breadth, creating space for an artist to truly explore their creative range while audiences immerse themselves completely in the sonic landscape.
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Navigating Challenges in Southeast Asia's Event Industry

Running large-scale music events in Southeast Asia comes with unique challenges, and 2025 tested Evolution Events Asia's resilience in ways they never anticipated. Just days after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, causing major tremors across Bangkok including a building collapse, the team was scheduled to host an indoor rave inside a mall.

"Safety became the priority overnight," Sean recalls. "With very little time, we reassessed everything, secured a safer alternative venue, and successfully delivered the event." The crisis became a defining moment for the team, testing their adaptability and decision-making under extreme pressure. "Once you navigate something like that, you know you can handle anything this industry throws at you," Sean reflects.

This kind of agility requires more than just a capable team. It demands reliable systems and partners who understand the realities of event management in the region.

The Power of Partnership: Why the Right Ticketing Platform Matters

For Evolution Events Asia, Ticketmelon has been more than just a ticketing solution. It's been an integral partner throughout their journey in Southeast Asia.

"Beyond being one of the leading ticketing platforms for live music events across Southeast Asia, they've been a true partner to us," Sean explains. "From pre-event planning to post-event delivery, their team has consistently supported our projects with reliable sales insights, CRM support, on-ground activations, and seamless box office management."

The earthquake crisis in Bangkok demonstrated just how critical reliable systems and partners are when the unexpected happens. While safety became the immediate priority, having dependable infrastructure and support meant Evolution Events Asia could focus on what mattered most: protecting their audience and delivering the event successfully despite the circumstances.

As one of Ticketmelon's power users, generating significant revenue through the platform, Sean has experienced firsthand how the right event technology can elevate operations. "In a region where logistics and regulations can be complex, having a team like Ticketmelon that knows the market and supports you end-to-end makes a real difference."
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What Defines Evolution Events Asia

When asked to describe Evolution Events Asia's personality in three words, Sean doesn't hesitate: "Bold, progressive, and culturally-driven."

It's a philosophy that permeates everything they do. From pioneering new event formats like the extended single-artist showcase at Fantasm: All Day Long, to navigating crises with grace and delivering flawlessly despite the odds, Evolution Events Asia embodies what it means to push boundaries while staying grounded in the cultural context of Southeast Asia.

Their proudest moment remains that first stadium show in 2017. "It showed us how far the team had come and proved our ability to grow, adapt, and deliver at every level – from intimate club shows to arena-scale events and ultimately a full-scale stadium production," Sean shares.
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Looking Ahead: The Future of Electronic Music Events in Southeast Asia

As Evolution Events Asia prepares for Fantasm: All Day Long and an ambitious 2026 schedule that includes events across Malaysia, Thailand, and Hong Kong, the future looks bright for electronic music in the region.

For event organizers looking to create memorable experiences in Southeast Asia's growing electronic music scene, Sean's advice is clear: invest in production quality, understand your audience deeply, and partner with platforms and teams that truly understand the regional landscape.

With the right vision, the right team, and the right technology partners, the possibilities are limitless.

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Interested in attending Fantasm: All Day Long on January 31, 2026? Tickets are available now through Ticketmelon. For event organizers looking to elevate their ticketing and event management experience, visit organizer.ticketmelon.com/my  to learn more about how we support live music events across Southeast Asia.