KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 -- Malaysian punk rock band Second Combat's frontman Khai Aziz has been invited to perform at the United Nations World Drug Conference in the United States.

Currently living without electricity at his late parents' house, Khai or his real name Mohammad Khairuddin Aziz will also receive an award by the Foundation for a Drug-Free World organisation in New York.

The award is for his drug-free messages in some of his songs picked up by renowned musician Michael Zentner, who has worked with American bands Guns N' Roses, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Sting.

Via a Facebook post, Khai said he was approached by the NGO that told him Zentner has agreed to perform alongside him during the conference and will also feature Khai's ...