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

A New Tempo #7: Moonrise Studio Perseveres In Photography By Seeing The Bigger Picture

Taking action before the COVID crisis, Debbie Y of Moonrise Studio shares how the photography enterprise stayed afloat even with events in low tide.

The Imaginarium Of Kin Leonn: Into The Ambience Of His Scenic Oeuvre

The touches of the ambient-inclined Kin Leonn create a sublime, meditative state that’s inherent in his works, evoking daydreams you don’t want to wake up from.

The Algorithm For Recovery: per[sona Finds New Life With His Alt-Rock Awakening

Breaking out of the mental abyss and finding the resolve to turn his life around, Joshua Aaron Goh adopted a per[sona that turned out to be his most personal yet.

LiveKEVIN HOSeptember 8, 2020per[sona, Local musicians, Musicians in Singapore, New music in Singapore, Live 2

A New Tempo #6: Mischief Makers Continue Cooking Up Experiences From Their Lab

Even with events on the shelf, Mischief Makers are not done with their experiments. Jaymi McManus, founder of the production lab responsible for some of the best party setups over the years, shares his perspective.

Blackout Broadcast Returns For Another Charity Fiesta Featuring 21 DJs Across 3 Days

Raising awareness for The Food Bank Singapore, Blackout Agency is launching the sophomore edition of Blackout Broadcast this week with an all-star soundtrack of house and disco.

Buzz, ElectronicKEVIN HOSeptember 1, 2020Parties in Singapore, COVID, Blackout Agency, DJs in Singapore, Buzz 02, Electronic 2

The Heart Of Local Hip-Hop: KoFlow Cuts No Corners In His Evolution

As a custodian of local hip-hop culture for nearly 20 years, KoFlow is a master at what he does, and he’s not ready to be toppled off his throne just yet.

A New Tempo #5: A Phat Cat Collective Still Has Extra Lives To Weather The Storm

A Phat Cat Collective, the folks behind NINETEEN80 and Pinball Wizard, now face a disaster that looks to be their toughest boss fight yet. How do you run a nightspot when clubs aren’t allowed to reopen?

Going The Distance: The Illustrious Inch Chua And Her Pursuit Of Betterment

What does the imagination of Inch look like? The inimitable Inch Chua reveals why she’s always stepping out of her comfort zone as a performer, and how she fuels her explorative spirit while bettering herself.

LiveKEVIN HOAugust 27, 2020Inch Chua, Local musicians, Musicians in Singapore, Live 2

The One & Only Aldrin: Guardian Of The Local Electronic Scene For Over 30 Years

Sharing his wisdom as an industry icon, Aldrin tells us the ups and downs of his extensive career, and how he’s keeping it going with gusto and authenticity. A bona fide legend.

A New Tempo #4: The Analog Vault Goes On Record About Surviving So Far

Record stores in Singapore still need plenty of assistance. Sharing their struggles are the knowledgeable vinyl gurus behind The Analog Vault, a go-to spot for crate diggers in the city.

Keeping Setbacks At Bay: How Baybeats 2020 Continues To Be A Beacon For The Scene

We grabbed a chat with the Baybeats team about making the festival a reality in these hindering circumstances, and discover that the spirit of Baybeats is still as unyielding as ever.

The Esoterica Of Evening Chants: Unravelling The Contemporary Local Label

When it comes to Nigel Lopez and Jasmine Ho of Evening Chants, their label presents an esoteric, twisty-turny rabbit hole that challenges perception and intends to perplex.

A New Tempo #3: Tonehouse Studios Jams With Gizmos And Grit To Stay Viable

Music studios have also been hit hard by the pandemic. We check in on Tonehouse Studios, a boutique establishment that’s been winning the favour of local musicians in the past year.

A New Tempo #2: Colossal Photos Adjusts Its Focus For The Frontier Ahead

We check in with Afiq Omar, founder of the renowned Colossal brand that’s captured the growth of the music scene through a lens. How has it fared during the pandemic so far?

Deep Inside: Meet Halal Sol, The Zesty House Producer Who’s Found His Groove

The rising house producer broaches the subject of his early beginnings, geeks out about hardware and teases developments on the horizon. Let’s get deep with Halal Sol.

Sojourns In Song: Introducing 10vacations And Her Drifty Retro-Pop World

We slip our shoes off and step into the psyche of one of the scene’s most promising discoveries, as 10vacations shares the origination of her journey and how she manoeuvres through it with charm.

LiveKEVIN HOAugust 6, 2020Musicians in Singapore, Local musicians, 10vacations, Live 2

A New Tempo #1: Blu Jaz Cafe Wants To Keep The Music Alive With Its Kampung Spirit

In the debut of our new series, we check in on Blu Jaz Cafe, the go-to waterhole for jazzophiles. Aileen Tan, director of the local jazz bastion, shares her vision for its future.

A New Tempo: We’re Launching A Series That Checks In On Institutions Of The Local Scene

A New Tempo will reveal how businesses in the music and events industry have adapted to the volatile circumstances of COVID-19, while inspiring the scene with mutual positivity and empathy.

Majulah Weekender: Watch 10 Musicians Team Up And Reveal Their Modus Operandi In The Studio

Through fortnightly episodes, Majulah Weekender by Zendyll will feature fresh pairings between producers and vocalists as they come together to create new originals exclusive to the series.

Story Of A Soul Slinger: Tim De Cotta Gets Intimate With Matters Of The Heart

Get intimate with one of the scene’s most treasured figures, as Tim De Cotta bares his soul in this interview about scene longevity and his new perspective on love.

LiveKEVIN HOJuly 28, 2020Tim De Cotta, Local musicians, Musicians in Singapore, Bands in Singapore, Live 1