Faisal Ghani, better known as Faisal, is the bassist of THE FHASE and has been active in music since 2007. His interest in music started through spending time with friends from his hometown and joining them for jamming sessions. He was also influenced by songs recommended by his older brother, which encouraged him to explore music further.
Faisal started learning the guitar at the age of 16, with Muse being one of his earliest musical influences. His musical taste was later shaped by bands such as Radiohead and Oasis, while Britpop became one of the genres that influenced his overall musical style. As a bassist, Chris Wolstenholme of Muse is one of the musicians who has inspired him.
His first live performance was in 2008 at a wedding, where he performed as part of a live band with friends from his hometown. Since then, Faisal has gained around 17 years of experience performing live at various events and venues. His musical journey has also included involvement with several bands and projects, including Kugiran Larut Malam, No Identity and Empress Brigade.
Throughout his journey, Faisal has performed at music festivals, competitions, cultural events and corporate functions. Some of his notable experiences include participating in the RTM Battle of the Band and performing at Hard Rock Cafe Pattaya. One of his most memorable recent performances was at Animangaki 2026, where he performed on a bigger stage in front of a large crowd.
As part of THE FHASE, Faisal has been involved in the recording of the band's songs, including "Bukalah Hatimu" and "Andai", as well as their music video productions. These experiences have allowed him to explore both the live and studio sides of being a musician and contribute to the band's work beyond performing on stage.
Faisal describes his approach to playing bass with the idea of **"less is more."** He believes in playing with purpose and focusing on what the song needs rather than trying to overplay. His years of experience have helped him develop a cleaner and more controlled playing style, while also learning how to work effectively as part of a band.
Among the experiences that have meant the most to him are recording "Bukalah Hatimu", winning a Battle of the Band competition and gaining years of experience as a live musician. These moments have helped shape his playing and develop a more refined approach to music. For Faisal, music began as something he enjoyed doing with friends and has grown into an important part of his life.
With THE FHASE, Faisal hopes to see more people in Malaysia discover and listen to the band's music. He wants listeners to connect with the songs and appreciate the emotions behind them. One of his dream collaborations would be to share the stage with Hujan, but ultimately, his goal is simple—to create music that people can listen to, enjoy and truly feel.