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

Honestly, It’s Marian Carmel: What You See Is What You Get With The R&B Vocalist

Marian possesses a voice that you can leave on loop; always euphonious, always captivating, with themes that might make you ponder over your own skeletons in the closet.

LiveKEVIN HOAugust 19, 2021Marian Carmel, Interview, Singer-songwriters in Singapore, Pop music in Singapore, Soul musicians in Singapore, Live 3, Local musicians

15-Min Flash Mix E6: Fzpz Churns Out A Sublime Alt-Muzak Attack

The prodigious beatmaker keeps the series going with a tailored listening experience; a mesmerising set that mirrors rainy day music or the ambience of a lounge.

Electronic, 15-Min Flash MixKEVIN HOAugust 16, 2021Fzpz, Electronic producers in Singapore, Local musicians, DJs in Singapore, Electronic 3, 15-Min Flash Mix 1

Should Nightlife Be Considered A Way Of Life, Or Embraced As Life Itself?

If we can accept that nightlife can take on many forms, then society can be discerning enough to differentiate lawful activities from the ones that are truly causing the problem.

Buzz, Clubs & Bars, Spaces & HangoutsKEVIN HOAugust 12, 2021Nightlife in Singapore, Clubs in Singapore, Bars in Singapore, Parties in Singapore, Buzz 04, Clubs & Bars 2, Spaces & Hangouts 2

15-Min Flash Mix E5: ARNT Embarks On An All-Original Synth-Pop Adventure

For the 15-Min Flash Mix, ARNT has pieced together a euphoric and kaleidoscopic set of vivid synthscapes, inviting you into a world of fantasy.

Electronic, 15-Min Flash MixKEVIN HOAugust 6, 2021Arnt, Electronic producers in Singapore, Local producers, Electronic 3, 15-Min Flash Mix 1

Enter The Therapy Room, A New Mix Series That Checks On The Mental Health Of DJs

We need to talk about the mental health of those in nightlife, and this is where The Therapy Room comes in. Watch this new series of intimate conversations and heartfelt soundtracks from local DJs.

Electronic, BuzzKEVIN HOAugust 5, 2021The Therapy Room, DJs in Singapore, Electronic producers in Singapore, Live streams Singapore, Buzz 04, Electronic 3

The Freedom Of Collaboration: Why DSML Doesn’t Want To Be Bogged Down By Genres

Collaboration is the core of DSML’s output, and that’s what makes him whimsically unpredictable as an electronic producer, with works spanning funk-pop, hip-hop and soultronica.

Electronic, LiveKEVIN HOAugust 4, 2021DSML, Electronic producers in Singapore, M1LDL1FE, Pop music in Singapore, Electronic 3, Live 3, Interview

Staying Alive: Save The Future Of Rails And NINETEEN80 With This Fundraiser

For the next four weeks, A Phat Cat Collective have curated an impressively detailed programme of events and offers that, in their words, put “the ‘fun’ in fundraising”.

Clubs & Bars, BuzzKEVIN HOJuly 30, 2021Nineteen80, Rails, A Phat Cat Collective, Clubs in Singapore, Bars in Singapore, Buzz 04, Clubs & Bars 2

brb. FTW: Cracking The Code Of The Charismatic Pop Trio

If you had any cynicism about the state of local pop music, brb. could very well flip your perspective with their new sophomore EP, fleur.

LiveKEVIN HOJuly 27, 2021brb., Pop music in Singapore, Local bands, Electronic producers in Singapore, Live 3, Interview

15-Min Flash Mix E4: The Analog Girl Shows A Side Of Herself You’d Never Expect

For 15 minutes, toss out whatever you might think of synth-pop fixture, The Analog Girl, and enjoy this head-spinning voyage that spans her influences.

Electronic, 15-Min Flash MixKEVIN HOJuly 24, 2021The, Electronic producers in Singapore, Synth-pop in Singapore, Electronic 3, 15-Min Flash Mix 1

Rising Arp: Who Are m1sty as1oth? Introducing The Indie-Rock Newcomers

Their debut release, “Take It”, is a piece of musical déjà vu, while comically documenting the scenario of how to deal with an awkward robbery.

Buzz, LiveKEVIN HOJuly 23, 2021misty as1oth, Indie-rock in Singapore, Local bands, Bands in Singapore, New music in Singapore, Rising Arp, Buzz 04, Live 3

New Kult, New Turf: Kult Kafe Returns With A New Hideout At The Grandstand

With the dry spell that continues to hang over the scene, the revival of Kult Kafe at its new address is a much-needed morale booster.

Clubs & Bars, Spaces & HangoutsKEVIN HOJuly 19, 2021Kult Kafe, Kult Yard, Spaces & Hangouts 2, Clubs & Bars 2

15-Min Flash Mix E3: Brendon P Unleashes A Masterclass With 15 Tracks In 15 Minutes

Brendon P is what many would call a legend, and that is no exaggeration. Dropping 15 tracks in 15 minutes, the industry phenom takes you to school on this episode of the 15-Min Flash Mix.

Electronic, 15-Min Flash MixKEVIN HOJuly 16, 2021Brendon P, DJs in Singapore, Local producers, Electronic 3, 15-Min Flash Mix 1

The Legendary Leslie Low Releases “Sand”, A Melancholic Vessel Of Nostalgic Alt-Rock

The historic songwriter behind Humpback Oak and The Observatory adds another triumph to his legacy with this new seven-track EP.

Live, BuzzKEVIN HOJuly 13, 2021Leslie Low, The Observatory, Humpback Oak, Local musicians, Singer-songwriters in Singapore, Live 3, Buzz 04

15-Min Flash Mix E2: DJ Aurora Cooks Up A Phat Nostalgic Set Of Downtempo Boogie

DJ Aurora’s contribution to the 15-Min Flash Mix invites you to take a mosey down memory lane, as it slips into a stream of charming vintage cuts.

Electronic, 15-Min Flash MixKEVIN HOJuly 9, 2021DJ Aurora, A Phat Cat Collective, Rails, Nineteen80, Pinball Wizard, DJs in Singapore, Electronic 3, 15-Min Flash Mix 1

Bitty Goes Big: The Soultronica Act Bears Harsh Truths With Her New Transformation

The soulful pop artiste formerly known as bittymacbeth re-emerges as Bitty, now flaunting a self-titled EP that touches on tough topics like loss and financial woes.

LiveKEVIN HOJuly 6, 2021Bitty, Jazz music in Singapore, Soul musicians in Singapore, Pop music in Singapore, Electronic producers in Singapore, Live 3

You Can Now Watch A Documentary About The Chicago Footwork Subculture In Singapore

Titled SG FOOTWERKING, the online documentary series features key interviews with juke DJs and dancers in the local community.

Electronic, BuzzKEVIN HOJuly 5, 2021Chicago footwork, Juke music, Bass music in Singapore, Documentary, Electronic 3, Buzz 04

15-Min Flash Mix E1: Sivanesh Kicks Off Life In Arpeggio’s New Series With A Twist

To commemorate Life In Arpeggio’s third year, we’re introducing a brand new series where guest acts have 15 minutes to create a journey, starting with the inimitable and irresistible Sivanesh.

Electronic, 15-Min Flash MixKEVIN HOJuly 2, 2021DJs in Singapore, Sivanesh, Electronic 3, 15-Min Flash Mix 1

What Is Ke’lektiv? And How Is It Helping The Local DJ Community?

Since the beginning of 2021, Ke’lektiv has been an ongoing force in the sustenance of the DJ community, providing these fading talents with a platform to express themselves.

Electronic, Spaces & HangoutsKEVIN HOJune 30, 2021Live streams Singapore, DJs in Singapore, Ke'lektiv, Electronic 3, Spaces & Hangouts 2

The Sound Of Symbiosis: Anti Shift Breaks Down His New Sci-Fi Musical Odyssey

Conveying the dystopian narrative is a network of cold, harsh instrumentation, coming together in mish-mashed formats of dronetronica and dark electro.

ElectronicKEVIN HOJune 28, 2021Anti Shift, Ambient music in Singapore, Music producers in Singapore, Local producers, Electronic 3, Electronic producers in Singapore

Taking The Reins: Shye Shows Bold Pop Panache In Self-Produced Offering “not rly”

The indie-pop singer-producer continues her independent growth with a peppy new single, half a year after her debut full-length.

Live, BuzzKEVIN HOJune 22, 2021Shye, Pop music in Singapore, Singer-songwriters in Singapore, Music producers in Singapore, Local music, Live 3, Buzz 04