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

Enter Etta, The Creative’s Loft Penthouse Incubating Intimate Events At 66 Kampong Bugis

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.

Spaces & HangoutsKEVIN HOAugust 18, 2023Etta, BYGB, Lucali, Bars in Singapore, Cool spaces in Singapore, Pop-up parties in Singapore, Spaces & Hangouts 3

A Perfect Pitch: We Chat With The Sunda Festival Chiefs About Breaking New Ground

The stage is set and the seeds are growing. We have a chit-chat with the Sunda squad, comprising members of Ice Cream Sundays and FuFu Creative (Shi Fu Miz).

Gigs & Raves, ElectronicKEVIN HOAugust 16, 2023Sunda Festival, Ice Cream Sundays, Shi Fu Miz, Music festivals in Asia, Music festivals in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Concerts in Singapore, Live music in Singapore, Music producers in Singapore, Interview, Gigs & Raves 5, Electronic 7

5 Collectives, 15 DJs: Secret Garden Is A New Party Concept Taking Root In The Scene

Billed as a 12-hour marathon with two stages, Secret Garden features a quintet of party collectives who’ve all made strides in their own way.

Gigs & Raves, Electronic, BuzzKEVIN HOAugust 10, 2023Secret Garden, YES YOU, Ciel Social, Therapy Room, Krate, WM Records, Pop-up parties in Singapore, Parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Dirty Blonde, Gigs & Raves 5, Buzz 07, Electronic 7

ASEAN Music Showcase Festival Rebrands And Returns As AXEAN For A 2-Day Crossover Event

The free music festival features pop and alternative musicians from more than 10 countries, including Singapore’s Shye, motifs, Jean Seizure, ABANGSAPAU and more.

Live, Gigs & Raves, BuzzKEVIN HOAugust 8, 2023ASEAN Music Showcase Festival, Pop music in Singapore, Singer-songwriters in Singapore, Musicians in Singapore, Local musicians, Music festivals in Singapore, Music festivals in Asia, AXEAN, Live 5, Gigs & Raves 5, Buzz 07

15-Min Flash Mix E40: Vix Delivers A Taste Of The Techno Vanguard Of The Next Generation

If this is what we can hope to expect from the next wave of DJs, the kids are definitely alright. Vix goes for the jugular with this techno combustible.

15-Min Flash Mix, ElectronicKEVIN HOAugust 4, 2023Vix, Techno in Singapore, DJs in Singapore, 15-Min Flash Mix 2, Electronic 7

MUGIC Takes Over A Historical Swimming Complex In The Heartlands For Their Next Party

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.

Gigs & Raves, Spaces & Hangouts, BuzzKEVIN HOAugust 3, 2023Mugic, Ulysses, Dang, The Weatherman, Cool spaces in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Parties in Singapore, Pop-up parties in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 5, Spaces & Hangouts 3, Buzz 07

Zouk Has Announced ZoukOut 2023, The 20th Edition Of Its Renowned Flagship Festival

Themed The Tribe Of Tomorrow, ZoukOut 2023 is a nod to the new generation of partygoers who’ve helped turn the club scene around.

Gigs & Raves, Buzz, ElectronicKEVIN HOJuly 31, 2023Zouk Singapore, ZoukOut, Music festivals in Singapore, Music festivals in Asia, Gigs in Singapore, Concerts in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 5, Buzz 07, Electronic 7

ONE By Aldrin Commemorates Its 20th Year By Celebrating The Jiak Kim Street Years

The reputable nightlife brand gives nods to nostalgia in part one of its 20th year revelry, featuring an old-school lineup of former resident DJs from Zouk.

Electronic, Gigs & Raves, BuzzKEVIN HOJuly 26, 2023Aldrin, Record labels in Singapore, House producers in Singapore, Techno producers in Singapore, Music producers in Singapore, DJs in Singapore, Zouk Singapore, 1880, Buzz 07, Electronic 6, Gigs & Raves 5

yeule Enters Their Alt-Rock Era With A Scar-Themed Album Signed To Ninja Tune

softscars is a departure from yeule’s prior electronic musings, veering into uncharted realms of rock and punk to craft their newfound narrative.

Live, Electronic, BuzzKEVIN HOJuly 19, 2023Yeule, Singer-songwriters in Singapore, Music producers in Singapore, Synth-pop in Singapore, Experimental music in Singapore, New music in Singapore, Live 5, Buzz 07, Electronic 6

Party Philanthropy: YES YOU Opens Up About Throwing House Shindigs For Charities

YES YOU is aptly using the unifying medium of dance music as a platform to shine light on those who need assistance. Doesn’t get nobler than that.

Electronic, Gigs & RavesKEVIN HOJuly 18, 2023YES YOU, Pop-up parties in Singapore, Parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Taaka, Promoters in Singapore, Interview, Gigs & Raves 5, Electronic 6

Ciel Social Are Throwing A Beachy Anniversary Party With A Progressive House Heavyweight

Ciel Social commemorate their first anniversary in the style they know how, roping in Kamilo Sanclemente for a full-day fiesta at Sand Bar.

Gigs & Raves, Buzz, ElectronicKEVIN HOJuly 13, 2023Ciel Social, Pop-up parties in Singapore, Parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Beach clubs in Singapore, Andre Marc, Gigs & Raves 5, Electronic 6, Buzz 07

KAOS IN THE CBD: Thugshop Takes Over The City With A Party-A-Thon Across Four Venues

For one full day, Thugshop is hosting four parties across four venues featuring 14 acts including Drunken Kong, AE:THER, Marcus Worgull and more.

Gigs & Raves, Buzz, ElectronicKEVIN HOJuly 11, 2023Thugshop, Headquarters, Tuff Club, MDLR, Pop-up parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Parties in Singapore, Cool spaces in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 5, Buzz 07, Electronic 6

NAGA(SOUNDS): The Naga House Promoters Collab With Jakarta’s Perky Club For An Anniversary Gig

Music holds sway in Naga House’s imprint and that’s why it eventually launched NAGA(SOUNDS), gradually but noticeably doing its bit to sustain the music scene.

Gigs & Raves, Buzz, Clubs & BarsKEVIN HOJuly 5, 2023Naga House, Naga Sounds, Bars in Singapore, Cool spaces in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, DJs in Singapore, Asian music, Pop-up parties in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 5, Buzz 07, Clubs & Bars 3

Heineken Celebrates Its 150th Year By Hosting The First-Ever Boiler Room In Singapore

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

Gigs & Raves, Buzz, Spaces & HangoutsKEVIN HOJuly 3, 2023Boiler Room, Cool spaces in Singapore, Pop-up parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Concerts in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 5, Spaces & Hangouts 3, Buzz 07

World Music Wizards, Mantravine, Want You To Dance At Their Launch Party For Nartana

Mantravine bring life to an album that explores gypsy music, electronica, funk and psychedelia; a potpourri of global sounds.

Live, Electronic, Gigs & RavesKEVIN HOJune 28, 2023Mantravine, World music, Local producers, Electronic producers in Singapore, Bands in Singapore, Experimental music in Singapore, Concerts in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, The Blackbird, Live 5, Electronic 6, Gigs & Raves 5

VIS-À-VISUAL: We Begin Our New VJ Series With The Analogue Glitch Art Of worm.grrl

While DJs hype up the crowd in the spotlight, VJs work their magic behind the scenes. We kick off our new series with Clare Chong AKA worm.grrl.

ElectronicKEVIN HOJune 26, 2023VIS-A-VISUAL, Visuals, VJs in Singapore, Artists in Singapore, worm.grrl, Clare Chong, Ice Cream Sundays, Interview, Electronic 6

Rising Arp: Meet vylt, A Darksynth & Synthwave Witch Who’ll Have You Under Her Spell

Dressed in gothic magic-caster apparel with an aura of mystery, vylt has conjured an electronic repertoire that’s both brutal and delicate.

Electronic, BuzzKEVIN HOJune 20, 2023Rising Arp, vylt, Dark parties in Singapore, Music producers in Singapore, Electronic producers in Singapore, Goth parties in Singapore, Electronic 6, Buzz 07

The Beast Awakens: Under The Bridge Returns With A Secret Micro Festival Of Over 20 DJs

After a lull, Under The Bridge is now ready to rumble with a comeback ‘micro festival’ in the heart of the city, featuring a beastly lineup from over 15 collectives.

Gigs & Raves, Buzz, ElectronicKEVIN HOJune 14, 2023Under The Bridge, Pop-up parties in Singapore, Parties in Singapore, Gigs in Singapore, Cool spaces in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 5, Buzz 07, Electronic 6

Asian Connection: Here Are All The Performing Acts For Sunda Festival’s Camping Music Event

With the full reveal of its programme, the concept of Sunda Festival is crystal clear – an Asian connection that’s bringing its scenes closer like never before.

Gigs & Raves, Buzz, ElectronicKEVIN HOJune 11, 2023Sunda Festival, Ice Cream Sundays, Shi Fu Miz, Music festivals in Singapore, Music festivals in Asia, Cool spaces in Singapore, Gigs & Raves 5, Buzz 07, Electronic 6

MZA Ventures Deeper Into Jungle With Gospel & Zen Influences In His ‘Dharma Delight’ EP

The Japanese-Singaporean producer once again taps into his past, giving listeners another snapshot of his youth through these jungle jaunts.

Buzz, ElectronicKEVIN HOMay 29, 2023MZA, Jungle, Local producers, Music producers in Singapore, Electronic producers in Singapore, Record labels in Singapore, Buzz 07, Electronic 6