Music scene in Singapore: Parties, concerts, nightlife, news

Influence Of A Doyenne: Vandetta And Her Unwavering Love For The Scene

We had a chat with accomplished stalwart, Vandetta, regarding her tireless passion for the scene she helped forge, and how she gets into the headspace of her several projects.

LiveKEVIN HOJanuary 3, 2020Vandetta, Vanessa Fernandez, Local music, Live 1

From Studio To Stage: .gif Turn Their Electronic Exploits Into A Full Play

Pushing the boundaries at the dawn of 2020, electronic duo .gif have created an original play as part of the M1 Singapore Fringe Festival.

Buzz, LiveKEVIN HODecember 26, 2019.gif, Electronic producers in Singapore, Local music, Buzz 01, Live 1

Marching To His Own Beat: Intriguant And His Multi-Hyphenate Hustle

We speak to the versatile originator about the motivations behind his UPLOADING beat series, and the construction of his new album, Kindred.

Alex Blake Charlie Review: A Festival That The Scene Will Remember For Years To Come

With its reputable crew from 24OWLS, formidable female-centric lineup and gargantuan historical venue, The Alex Blake Charlie Sessions was one for the books.

2019 In Retrospect: 10 Milestones That Coloured The Local Party Scene This Year

From emerging promoters and clubs to steady stalwarts who changed the game, here are 10 achievements that made 2019 a great year for partying.

Neon Lights 2019 Review: A Flickering Spectacle That Left Many Punters Miffed

While Neon Lights was not without triumphant moments, it was plagued with jarring flaws like a delayed queue system, last-minute lineup changes and sound issues that had musicians walking off stage.

Gigs & RavesKEVIN HONovember 26, 2019Neon lights, Music festivals in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 1

SGMUSO & SCAPE INVASION Tag-Team For A Minimalist-Themed Festival Called bare.

When two industry powerhouses come together, you can expect a novel festival that knows the ropes and bolsters the scene. The new collaboration features bands like Sobs, Bedchamber, HE1ST and more.

Buzz, Live, Gigs & RavesKEVIN HONovember 22, 2019SGMUSO, Scape Invasion, Bare Festival, Buzz 01, Live 1, Gigs & Raves 1

Way With Words, Soul On Sleeve: A Chat With Shak’thiya Of Shak & The Baits

“You can take the boy out of Jurong, but you can't take the Jurong out of the boy.” Shak’thiya, soulful frontman of The Baits, remains humble despite his burgeoning fame in the scene.

LiveKEVIN HONovember 21, 2019Shak'thiya, Shak & The Baits, Neon Lights, Musicians in Singapore, Live 1

Enter ÆTHER: The Atmospheric Gig Series That Wants You To “Lepak”, Not Mosh

The objective of ÆTHER? To craft an atmospheric series where rock bands whip up ambient experiences for punters in a cosy, tranquil environment. We chat with co-founder, Jayni Wong.

LiveKEVIN HONovember 11, 2019Aether, Aether Sessions, Concerts in Singapore, Live 1

Here’s How 24OWLS Moved On From Laneway To The Alex Blake Charlie Sessions

When you try driving unstoppable passion into the ground, it only gets up stronger. Following the departure of Laneway, the 24OWLS team shares how the setback evolved into the birth of The Alex Blake Charlie Sessions.

It’s Official: Kilo Lounge To Leave Its Tanjong Pagar Home Due To Rising Operational Costs

After an outstanding three-year run, the house and techno club will be shuttering its doors at its Tanjong Pagar outlet, with its final party at the end of the year on 31 December.

Buzz, Clubs & BarsKEVIN HONovember 4, 2019Kilo lounge, Clubs in Singapore, Buzz 01, Clubs & Bars 1

Rastafari Roars In The Scene: Dub Skank’in Hifi Soundsystem & Their Reggae Fiestas

Some promoters don’t bat an eyelid when cherishing a genre’s authenticity and culture. But for these reggae pioneers, respecting it is as vital as living life itself.

Gigs & RavesKEVIN HONovember 3, 2019Reggae, Reggae in Singapore, Dub Skankin Hifi, Ska, Gigs & Raves 1

What Do Wonderfruit & One Of Singapore’s Oldest Malls Have In Common? TropicLab Has The Answer

Rave collective TropicLab teams up with Wonderfruit’s Rainforest Pavilion for an unprecedented rooftop bash in one of Singapore’s oldest malls.

Buzz, Spaces & Hangouts, Gigs & RavesKEVIN HONovember 1, 2019Wonderfruit, TropicLab, Buzz 01, Gigs & Raves 1, Spaces & Hangouts 1

Emerging Electronica: Discover The Scene’s Future Trailblazers At Sound Port Clarke Quay

Making a splash from 14 to 16 November at the Fountain Square, Sound Port Clarke Quay showcases a new wave of electronic talents that include Shye, brb., YAØ and more.

Buzz, LiveKEVIN HOOctober 30, 2019Clarke Quay, Electronic producers in Singapore, Musicians in Singapore, Buzz 01, Live 1

Down The Rabbit Hole: The Analog Girl Composes Ambient Soundtrack For ALICE At Mediapolis

The Analog Girl has discreetly released Soundtrack For ALICE, a series of nine ambient tracks that can only be heard, in full, in a new business park in one-north called ALICE@Mediapolis.

Growing That Glow: The Shaping Of Neon Lights 2019 For The Local Festival Scene

Before the 2019 edition of Neon Lights kicks off, we chat with festival founder, Declan Forde, about organising such a mammoth event, punters’ demands and why Neon Lights really disappeared in 2017.

Gigs & RavesKEVIN HOOctober 18, 2019Neon lights, Music festivals in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 1

Unmasking don.a.a.ron: The Enigmatic Synth Voyager Rekindling Memories Of The ’80s

Speckled with the dust from a VHS tape and awash with Shinjuku-neon filters, the electronic sound of don.a.a.ron is a campy fantasy that harks back to the synth-hugged ‘80s.

Raving In Red: Why The Council Has Become The Institution The Party Scene Needs

From its ravegrounds of Headquarters and Tuff Club to its spontaneous salvo of pop-ups, this is the story of The Council and its unstoppable growth.

Coming Clean With A Gritty Garage Rock Band: A Chat With Knightingale

What is rock & roll without a shock factor? Slinging a raucous sound that harks back to the fuzz-crusted, DIY days of garage rock, Knightingale knows how to make an impact.

LiveKEVIN HOOctober 9, 2019Bands in Singapore, Knightingale, Interview, Live 1

Kult Yard: The Folks Behind Kult Kafe Open A New Venue In A Former Police HQ

Kult Yard is a new hangout pieced together by the offbeat folks behind Kult Kafe, and it's surfacing from the scene with an opening weekender stuffed with tunage, tastes and a live graffiti bombing.