Kota Kinabalu (Dec 31) - Veteran Sabah singer and musician Arddley Nicholas has marked his long‑awaited return to the music scene with the release of his latest single, Sandiwara Cinta, accompanied by an official lyrics video on YouTube.
Released on 30 December 2025 under the Kelarai Sakti label, Sandiwara Cinta is now available on major streaming platforms, giving fans both old and new a chance to immerse themselves in his latest work.
A Powerful Comeback and Creative Collaboration
The song represents a poignant comeback for Arddley, who has spent the past few years focusing on music education and occasional performances. Sandiwara Cinta is deeply personal and symbolic of his artistic resurgence.
Significantly, the track was fully composed by Datuk Mokhzani Ismail, one of Malaysia’s most respected jazz pianists and composers. Arddley has spoken warmly of working with his musical idol — a relationship that began years earlier when he first learned jazz piano by studying Mokhzani’s performances online.
“Sandiwara Cinta is very special because it came from the trust and opportunity given to me by Datuk Mokhzani.” — Arddley Nicholas.
The collaboration not only helped shape the song’s emotional depth but also enriched Arddley’s creative process — as he embraced a recording environment focused more on heartfelt performance than technical perfection.
A Song With Heart and Intention
Arddley has expressed his hope that Sandiwara Cinta will resonate deeply with listeners, reflecting genuine emotion and storytelling. The lyrics and melody are crafted to portray the complexities of love — with nuance and sincerity.
The release also comes on the heels of Arddley’s recognition in the broader Malaysian music industry; he is a past winner of the Best Male Vocal Performance (AIM23), one of the nation’s prestigious music awards.