Welcome to Behind the Scene, a mini–series spotlighting the unsung heroes who help preserve our local music history. We begin with 760coremedia’s photography journey.

The debut showcase of the new FRAU. promotion, Heat Rave is livening up the themed Changi enclave by bringing underground dance music to the masses.

From late-night set-ups to early-morning tear-downs, this is how OurStrayLiberties and ROOM 526 are keeping the scene alive. 

No more speculation. No more guessing. You’re now welcome to ascend the stairs and saunter through the entryway of RASA.

If you like some surprise in your night out, The Island Collective is introducing a worthy wildcard format in their freshly minted events.

Shutter Rhythms stemmed from a “frustration with the lack of physical spaces for short-term creative projects”.

The Sunda organisers have finally released its first-wave lineup for next year’s shenanigans and it’s shaping up to be a doozy.  

From what it has revealed so far ahead of its official opening in January 2025, RASA looks to be a cultural benefactor to the scene.

Erupting like a big bang, there’s a new entertainment centre of gravity forming in the CBD with five signature venues.

Wonder Room is an addition that joins the ranks of swank, fitting if that’s your cup of tea or glass of Cavair Martini.

Introducing a twist to gig venues, the ongoing series currently pops up at selected coffeeshop outlets of co-organiser Kim San Leng.

Intimate gigs, massive venue. There’s something surreally captivating about wandering through music in a behemothic industrial playground like this.

A festive bonanza of celebrations that spans two days and four events, Singapura Dub Club’s anniversary takes over multiple locations in the city.

Far from your contemporary concert space, the Battlebox offers an off-kilter acoustic and visual experience that you’ll be hard-pressed to find anywhere else.

SORRY NO CURE’s sound strategy involves ambient, harsh noise, K-pop, breakcore, trance, hyperpop, gabber and whatever tickles the imagination of its unbound orchestrators.

With the intent of educating visitors in mind, it’s fitting that New Bahru is housed within the former shell of Nan Chiau High School along Kim Yam Road.

The content that’s being rinsed through the scene? Live-recorded DJ showcases set against the eye-catchingly peculiar backdrop of a laundromat business.

With a refresh like this, it’s bound to inspire musicians and music-minded folks across generations from young to old – just like it has for all these decades.

All of this takes place at The N3st, a speculative environment at T:>Works that encourages audience participation and contributions throughout the show.

It comes designed with chill-out stages, tea huts and mindfulness workshops with the cohesive energy of a miniature festival you’d wanna escape into.

Whether you’re craving some pre-party sustenance or simply need a new city habitat to hang, Thugshop invites you to chase a new high.

The proliferation of safe spaces is exactly what the nightlife scene needs, and Agni is admirably venturing one step further with its concept.

Kopicats refer to themselves as the Masters of the Mid-afternoon. And with what they’ve concocted, they truly might be on to something.

Like blending the perfect hodgepodge of spices, Mortar & Pestle has all the ingredients it needs to become a stirring hangout for the scene.

Formed by the resident DJ trio of JAS, AMIR and BUCCI, Pagoda Beats is an entity that believes in the power of transcendence when it comes to space.

Truck Yeah! is a new food truck block party popping up at the freshly baked Gourmet Park at Resorts World Sentosa, organised by this trio of promoters.

Vijay Singh AKA SWTLKR describes his concept as “100% of that undiluted lifestyle because life is too short for anything less authentic”.

The versatility of CŪN as a creative space will soon host an ambitious endeavour called Deep Cuts, happening across on 13 and 14 January in Peace Centre.

A new nightlife contender under Tipsy Collective, Wallich Manor is a charismatic space carved into Sofitel Singapore City Centre with KoFlow at the wheel.

The music policy at these two new Projector venues is shaping up to be boundless and positively unexpected. And that right there is a spoiler.

The pièce de resistance of +Twelve lies in its tiered façade, housing a luxe stairway of 12 exclusive cabanas each with its own personal plunge pool.

Darker Than Wax welcomes you to the return of BREW on 9 December, and it’s found an equally trendy locale that could very well fit the bill.

For their third rodeo, Outer Bounce continues their adoration for unorthodox performers around the region, hosting them in the unlikely location of Peace Centre.

The identity of unicorns is hardly associated with the idea of restraint. And in that sense, Tipsy Unicorn is positively galloping on rainbows.

Sometimes you crack open an oyster and find more than one pearl. That’s turning out to be the Wild Pearl story, with plenty more treasures just waiting to be extracted.

The two-day launch event for TRIFECTA showcases a combo of passions across three music stages, three ride arenas and three festival grounds.

The dynamic duo augment their Geylang Crunk odyssey with a new EP, telling a story of a marina Utopia that can be experienced at ArtScience Museum.

Be willing to make detours and unexpected pit-stops while you have your musical intermissions. Sunda’s bounty of lifestyle activities are designed to do what a festival does best.

The soul of hip-hop was birthed from the streets, and this community event is honouring these roots with a nexus of subcultures – from breakdancing to rap.

Etta’s potential as a party hideout is apparent, and if it continues pushing itself as a haven for creative epiphanies, it could make the boldest of events feel right at home.

MUGIC presents INSIDE OUT is the crew’s first daytime party series, kicking off at the unconventional locale of Bukit Merah Swimming Complex, an urban treasure established in 1982.

Heineken and Boiler Room are coming together for a two-day event at Tanjong Pagar Distripark. History is about to be made.

In memory of the legendary Japanese composer, The Projector is organising a tribute gig and screenings of documentaries and live performances.

Much more than the festivities, The Last Mile is about the people who call Golden Mile Complex their home, from cocktail bar entrepreneurs to KTV matriarchs.

A pop-up bookstore, an art lane, exclusive film screenings and a truckload of musical performances from indie-rock to techno – this festival’s got it all.

Say goodbye to a cultural institution at this massive festival-like event on 4 March, featuring 13 electronic music collectives across five venues.

Is Singapore a metropolis that breeds creativity? History says yes in the premiere of this feature-length documentary by Stacking Stones.

If culture is identity, art is its expression. Singapore Art Week’s 11th edition runs the gamut with over 130 art events across the city.

Wild Pearl sits sequestered within the enclave of Pearl’s Hill Terrace just waiting to be discovered. We just had to find it first.

No matter its destination, Manifest remains affixed to its credo of positive energies and musical diversity. We chat with its founder, Mary Arumeidas.

ONE with Aldrin and Mr. Has’ Rawjak & Co. team up with Tuck Lee Ice for COLDCUTS, a new series of parties fresh out of the freezer.

Featuring nine acts from both ensembles, Haw Par Thrilla 3 unleashes a rave that will be remembered long into the afterlife. Your demons are invited too.

From marathon gigs featuring local bands to pop-up marketplaces peddling wares from homegrown creatives, the portfolio of North East Social Club puts culture first.

Situated below Headquarters at 66 Boat Quay, Eat Sum Thing is Thugshop’s newest grungy yet gastronomic foray into the culinary domain.

Like other mediums of culture, music is an effective glue when it comes to bringing people together – and that is exactly the forte of Mandala Club.

As collective co-founders, Kiat and Cherry Chan discuss the evolution of Syndicate, a multifaceted entity that’s revolutionised music and art since 2010.

Expose yourself to Asia’s inner rhythms with Outer Bounce, a pop-up rave featuring Yadin Moha, Yoshi Nori and Sunju Hargun – right here in Hell.

A dream collaboration we never knew we needed. The six-week online course culminates in a three-day songwriting camp in Singapore.

Behind The Glass Hut lies an ironclad motivation to restore local culture, from pop-up gigs and art exhibitions to flea markets and niche creative workshops.

While Projector X: Riverside remains for just half a year as a haven for pop-up parties, The Projector has revealed much bigger plans in the near future.

Over 30 merchants are lined up for this special edition of Sunday Social, an official partner of Pasar Pink that celebrates Global Pride Month in Singapore.

Happening at Pasir Panjang Power Station, this half-day fiesta is co-organised by the team responsible for Alex Blake Charlie Sessions and Laneway Festival Singapore.

The prominent music studio of industry hero, Leonard Soosay, premieres a five-part video series featuring a range of pop and underground acts.

Happening from 20 May to 5 June 2022, SIFA returns with a music-conscious programme that includes Holly Herndon, SAtheCollective, Syndicate and much more.

“Guided by Leisure” is the tagline that’s etched into the identity of Offtrack; an ethos kicked into high gear by the vision of its co-founding collectives.

Think you’ve cracked the secret to happiness? If you’re still tumbling through life in search for the answer, you might find your clarity within the walls of Happy House.

The National Arts Council heritage trail features commissioned original tracks from deførmed, Fzpz, ArunDitha + Kiat, OmarKENOBI, Zero The Memory Thief and more.

Saying goodbye to a gig legacy that dates back to 1993, Wala Wala is now focusing its operations as an f&b establishment on its first level.

Located within the basement of 26 Seah Street, the new Vertigo 26 features a catalogue of records spanning all genres over five decades, alongside a tantalising F&B menu.

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.

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.

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.

The aftermath of Phase 2 (HA) is dragging along new circumstances of uncertainty that aren’t doing favours for an already damaged sector of Singapore’s music scene.

From hip-hop to hardstyle, Ministry of DJs is embracing all styles and personalities with its live-stream programme powered by XR Stages. Its founder, GemStarr, shares the evolution of the school since 2013.

Matty Wainwright from The DJ Dispensary talks about the government’s gripe with DJ-ing, and how he managed to find a workaround to alleviate their concerns.

Slip into the bizarre imagination that runs through the mother brain of Metamo Industries, a group of progressive creatives unleashing a boggling art exhibition in April.

The weekly live series coincides with the digital release of the band’s catalogue, culminating in a brand new EP of remade, reinvigorated classics.

The presence of Grid Culture adds more legitimacy to a city that sees its electronic community growing day by day. Founder and Ableton Certified Trainer, Syafiq Halid, shares his vision.

By exhibiting art on the streets, projects like Arts in Your Neighbourhood help to normalise culture in a city that often ignores it. The district-wide event happens on-site and online from 11 to 28 March.

The annual music event returns as an art exhibition, with unorthodox sound installations created by an ensemble of international artists.

The beloved establishment, that has played host to a myriad of events for music and the arts, has announced that it is now looking for a new home.

These optimistic developments have assembled a silver lining for the scene that’s far from thin, but formidable in the face of a new, unpredictable year.

Baby steps for the much-awaited reopening of the local gig scene. Here’s a list of designated venues and new social distancing guidelines you need to know come 1 November.

Record shop, coffee joint and overall hip hangout in Joo Chiat, the lifestyle concept store reveals how it manages to flourish even after a risky relocation in these unstable times.

Local record store, The Analog Vault, celebrates with a series of streamed DJ sets and live performances in partnership with Singapore Community Radio and BCUBE.

Spearheaded by Collective Minds and Ebenex, 222 Arts Club gets a reboot that transforms it into a production space for brands and artistes to expand on their storytelling capabilities.

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

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.

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.

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.

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?

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 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.

Jamming studio, gig space, record label, museum for independent music in Singapore – the scene has plenty to lose if LITHE HOUSE is forced to shut operations.

Darker Than Wax has virtually recreated the Chye Seng Huat Hardware partygrounds for their next BREW live-stream. Find out how you can join the fun.

Just because you have to stay home, doesn’t mean you need to stay put. Sunshine Nation launches a daily online programme of music, wellness, art, cooking and more to keep you inspired.

Be open-minded, be generous, and be socially active in this momentary lull of activities. Here are several things you can do to help musicians, venue owners and promoters.

Instead of a disheartening “toodles”, Telok Ayer Arts Club intends to end on a high note with one last edition of its Kelab Malam series, in light of the COVID-19 crunch.

Solid Gold Productions is honouring the pillars of hip-hop with a large-scale warehouse party, featuring dance battles, all-day graffiti and deft turntablists.

Wake up, world; this is the launch of No Sleep Times. The Good Times crew unveils a new daytime party happening at No Sleep Club in Keong Saik.

Curated officially by Collective Minds, the 5,000 sqft space at Bras Basah is “the ultimate blank canvas” for private events, art exhibitions, and of course, concerts.

To kick-start the momentum, Blu Jaz Cafe already has a programme of live gigs lined up, signalling a fresh start for the storied venue in Kampong Glam.

Two of the scene’s brightest collectives are piecing together a tag-team jamboree to kick-start the year, in yet another newfangled location that puts the scene on its toes.

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

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.

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.

It don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing. But undeniably, Maduro is suavely swinging with sincerity and class from its quaint jazz lounge in Dempsey.

If you have been praying to the party gods – yes, even the creepy, demonic ones – for the return of Haw Par Thrilla, this tag-team event is the divine response you asked for. 

If you’re familiar with the massive Heineken Green Room events of yesteryear, you’ll want to strap in for this F1 Singapore pre-party that features Flume and a futuristic ticketing approach.

The Kampong Boogie folks are back at it again. This time, in an unusual industrial venue that they’ll be occupying for the very first time.

Free-form producer, Fauxe, is The Analog Vault’s first signing on their new label, TAV Records. This is culminating in an improvisational live show at White Label Records.

Live music is enhanced by the ambience it’s shrouded in, and the memory-etching impression it leaves on punters . Here are 8 unique spots to catch it.

Telok Ayer Arts Club stands out in that it’s not your typical establishment, and is, like art, a manifestation of many different themes coming together.