Maestros Of Marquee: ZIPPY Unleashes UTOPIA, A Residency Called The ‘City Of Trance’

 

ZIPPY brings you to trance town (Credit: All images courtesy of Marquee Singapore)

This isn’t your average vision of a city. Picture towering synth structures that soar. Highways carved by streams of cloud-nine vocals. A pulse rhythmically pumping with locomotive beats. And citizens who all adore one unifying sound. In Marquee Singapore, this is its very own City of Trance – a concept it calls UTOPIA.

 

Trance is one of those timeless genres that’s never left the building. In an industry where sounds morph and amalgamate, trance has stood resiliently with its infectiously euphoric appeal. With mega melodies, thunderous drops, luminous vigour and uplifting themes, trance is a genre that matches the overblown wonderland that is Marquee. And leading its undying charge is none other than the mayor of UTOPIA himself – ZIPPY – whom we’re featuring next in our Maestros Of Marquee resident series.

ZIPPY embarked on his DJ quest at a very young age

“My personal brand is deeply rooted in creating emotionally charged, transformative experiences on the dancefloor. As a DJ, I’m all about curating moments that resonate with people, using music to tell a story and bring a sense of unity to the crowd,” ZIPPY elaborates on his modus operandi behind the decks. It’s no wonder he gravitates towards the universally loved genre, an intergenerational connector that’s been a staple in the EDM industry for decades. It’s also a genre often associated with peace and love, and that’s the kind of convivial energy ZIPPY hopes to release across the Marquee dancefloor. “I aim to challenge the common stereotypes associated with dance music by focusing instead on its ability to evoke genuine emotions and build connections. Music, for me, is a communal experience.” Everyone’s invited in his city.

 

Understanding how to influence and enhance the dynamic of a dancefloor requires experience, and ZIPPY has been an avid, long-time observer. Prior to landing a residency at Marquee in 2019, ZIPPY – who started at the young age of 20 – cut his teeth rising meteorically through the ranks of Zouk, making a name for himself as a must-catch future star. And under Marquee’s wing, ZIPPY’s gone on to represent the nation at the Djakarta Warehouse Project, and support the likes of Martin Garrix, KSHMR and Tiësto. “My opening sets are designed to set the tone, build anticipation, and warm up the room for the main act. It’s a delicate balance of showcasing my individuality while ensuring the overall flow of the night remains cohesive,” ZIPPY adds modestly. “It’s about mutual synergy – I bring my personal touch and passion to the decks, while Marquee provides a platform to amplify it on a global scale.”

ZIPPY has met many industry titans like the legendary Tiësto

ZIPPY is also liberal with his interpretation of trance on the ones and twos, switching seamlessly between the classics and other variants like psytrance or progressive trance, as well as affiliated anthems with big room gravitas. “UTOPIA, in particular, allows me to champion a genre that isn’t mainstream in Singapore, keeping the spirit of trance alive and giving local audiences something fresh and different.” So if you’re a diehard trance trooper yourself or you’re looking to raise the roof with your trance fam, ZIPPY and the city of UTOPIA welcome you with open arms. 

 

ZIPPY shares five essential tracks you can expect from his residency at Marquee.


ZIPPY is a resident DJ of Marquee Singapore and leads its UTOPIA events. For more information on tickets and schedule, follow Marquee’s official website or Instagram page. Read the other stories in our Maestros Of Marquee series featuring fellow residents FVDER and PARTYWITHJAY.

 

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