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

Rising Arp: This Is Hijack Hayley, The Outfit That’s Making Indie Rock Cool Again

While the heyday of indie rock has ridden off into the sunset, Hijack Hayley is taking the reins in instigating the genre’s unsuspected but much-welcomed comeback.

LiveKEVIN HONovember 2, 2022Rising Arp, Rock bands in Singapore, Indie-rock in Singapore, Hijack Hayley, New music in Singapore, Live 4, Bands in Singapore

A Perfect Fit: Introducing Raja Rani, The DJ Duo Draping The Scene With Indian Kimonos

This is a tale of two co-protagonists cut from the same cloth, bound by the tropes of destined serendipity and knotted passions.

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15-Min Flash Mix E28: RPDM Is Your Groove Guru With A Melting Pot Of House

RPDM delivers a spritz of energy that both wades in serenity and dives into dynamism, striking a perfect balance like yin and yang.

15-Min Flash Mix, ElectronicKEVIN HOOctober 28, 2022RPDM, House music in Singapore, Techno in Singapore, DJs in Singapore, 15-Min Flash Mix 1, Electronic 5

Fred Perry Brings Back The Subculture With Its First Physical Gig In Two Years

The 2022 edition of Fred Perry’s signature series features Subsonic Eye, Forests, lewloh and EMONIGHTSG for a full-fledged live show.

Gigs & Raves, Live, BuzzKEVIN HOOctober 27, 2022Fred Perry, Gigs in Singapore, Concerts in Singapore, Local musicians, Local bands, Bands in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 4, Buzz 06, Live 4

After More Than 100 Shows, Therapy Room Is Throwing Its 1st Anniversary Party

The episodic live DJ programme supported the scene during the pandemic by checking in on the mental health of local DJs.

Gigs & Raves, Buzz, ElectronicKEVIN HOOctober 21, 2022Therapy Room, Parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Iki, DJs in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 4, Buzz 06, Electronic 5

Trick Or Beat: Here Are 10 Halloween Parties To Uncage Your Inner Rave Monster

Grab your fellow fiends. Here are 10 raves and parties that will have you twirling in the twilight on Halloween weekend.

Gigs & Raves, BuzzKEVIN HOOctober 19, 2022Halloween, Parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Pop-up parties in Singapore, DJs in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 4, Buzz 06

YAØ Is Now: We Flip Through The Chronicle Of A Broke Pop Kid In Singapore

YAØ might not be dominating the world or swimming in a Scrooge McDuck money vault, but you can bet that he’s doing our little country proud.

LiveKEVIN HOOctober 13, 2022YAØ, Pop music in Singapore, Local musicians, Musicians in Singapore, Local producers, Live 4, Interview

Serial Thrilla: Ice Cream Sundays Reunite With Darker Than Wax At Haw Par Villa

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.

Gigs & Raves, Buzz, Spaces & HangoutsKEVIN HOOctober 12, 2022Ice Cream Sundays, Darker Than Wax, Haw Par Thrilla, Parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Offtrack, Cool spaces in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 4, Buzz 06, Spaces & Hangouts 3

ArPlayggio: From Y2K Pop To Avant-Garde Electronica, Here Are Our Tracks Of The Month

Pile your local music playlist with fresh releases from Anise, MZA, Jaime Wong, Mary Sue, Foxela, Ysa Yaneza and more.

Live, ElectronicKEVIN HOOctober 3, 2022Arplayggio, New music in Singapore, Local producers, Local musicians, Bands in Singapore, Live 4, Electronic 5

The Silent Disco Phenomenon (AKA The Quietest Rave In Town) Is Finally Returning

The beloved events concept returns for a comeback run with eight dates across four weekends. Which coloured channel will you pick?

Gigs & Raves, BuzzKEVIN HOSeptember 28, 2022Silent Disco, Parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Marina Bay Sands, Buzz 06, Gigs & Raves 4

On Your Mark: Here Are Five Parties To Check Out During The F1 Season

There are plenty of pre- and post-F1 parties popping up around the city, spanning underground shindigs and big-time spectaculars.

Gigs & RavesKEVIN HOSeptember 22, 2022F1 Singapore, Parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 4

From Gqom To Amapiano, Afrodisia Is Bringing African Electronic Music To Our Shores

This goes beyond entertainment. This is preservation of identity and culture under the aegis of Afrodisia. The tribe of Afrodisia share their story.

Gigs & Raves, ElectronicKEVIN HOSeptember 19, 2022Afrodisia, African music in Singapore, Afrobeat, Afrohouse, DJs in Singapore, Pop-up parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, The Projector, Interview, Gigs & Raves 4, Electronic 5

15-Min Flash Mix E27: Miss Lil Enraptures With A Housey Affair Of Classics & Fresh Cuts

The Sivilian Affairs co-captain delivers a set that’s sensual, sprightly, and strikes in several directions with housey highs and luscious lows.

15-Min Flash Mix, ElectronicKEVIN HOSeptember 16, 2022Miss Lil, Sivilian Affairs, 15-Min Flash Mix 1, House music in Singapore, DJs in Singapore, Electronic 5

Rising Arp: CURB Blasts Through Life With A Debut Of Emo-Inclined Shenanigans

CURB’s debut eight-track album is a menagerie of individual anecdotes and collective experiences in the universal journey of growing up.

LiveKEVIN HOSeptember 12, 2022CURB, Rising Arp, Local bands, Local music, Bands in Singapore, Emo bands in Singapore, Live 4

Meet North East Social Club, The Culture Crusaders Throwing Pop-Up Gigs & Markets

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.

Gigs & Raves, Spaces & HangoutsKEVIN HOSeptember 9, 2022North East Social Club, Gigs in Singapore, Pop-up parties in Singapore, Arts in Singapore, Bands in Singapore, Concerts in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 4, Spaces & Hangouts 3, Interview

Enter Eat Sum Thing, A New Elevated Contemporary Tapas Hideout By Thugshop

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

Clubs & Bars, Spaces & HangoutsKEVIN HOSeptember 5, 2022Thugshop, Headquarters, Upstairs, Bars in Singapore, The Council, Cool spaces in Singapore, Clubs & Bars 2, DJs in Singapore, Spaces & Hangouts 3

Vibe And Tribe: Mandala Club Is More Than A Members Club, But A Bastion Of Culture

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.

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Junglist Royalty: Kings Of Bass’ Aresha & Kane MC Are Not Done Pushing The Tempo

With frenetic tempos and Amen breaks in tow, Kings of Bass is a series that’s been gaining steady momentum, fronted by the power duo of Aresha and Kane MC.

Gigs & Raves, ElectronicKEVIN HOAugust 30, 2022Jungle, Drum & bass, Kings of Bass, Aresha, Kane MC, DJs in Singapore, Bass music in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Parties in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 4, Electronic 5, Interview

15-Min Flash Mix E26: Itch Reels You Into His Realm Of Asian City Pop Treasures

The Japanese crate-digger delivers vintage gems excavated from across the region, spanning Asian city pop, funk and disco.

15-Min Flash Mix, ElectronicKEVIN HOAugust 26, 2022DJ Itch, Asian music, Asian boogie, City pop, Funk music in Singapore, 15-Min Flash Mix 1, Electronic 5

Beats And Booze: 13 Bars With Live DJ Performances For Vibing While You’re Dining

Perfect for a pre-game sesh or a stretched-out night accompanied by bottles of wine. We explore the effervescence in this round-up.

Clubs & Bars, ElectronicKEVIN HOAugust 25, 2022Bars in Singapore, Clubs in Singapore, DJs in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Clubs & Bars 2, Electronic 5