Music Is: HK singer Mr Nice Guy releases single ‘Leave This City’

Leading up to the release of his second EP, Hong Kong contemporary singer-songwriter, Mr Nice Guy, has announced his latest single, ‘Leave This City’, which will be made available on all major digital streaming platforms on 19th February 2021. An accompanying music video for the single will be made available the following week on 26th February 2021.  Marrying elements of 80s pop and soul, the … Continue reading Music Is: HK singer Mr Nice Guy releases single ‘Leave This City’

Music Is: ANIMAL HACK and TAAR release song created entirely within Clubhouse App

The latest by invite-only drop-in conversation app, Clubhouse has been a hit in Japan where company head of managements, popular musicians and even politicians have embraced the latest social media phenomenon.  Japanese DJ and producer TAAR, alongside with MASAto from next-gen producer duo ANIMAL HACK, created a Clubhouse room at the end of January called “Who wants to make a song together? (Singers welcome)”, as … Continue reading Music Is: ANIMAL HACK and TAAR release song created entirely within Clubhouse App

Music Is: TRI.BE release debut singles “DOOM DOOM TA” and “Loca”

Ready to make international history, Universal Music Group Korea’s very first K-POP idol group TRI.BE haved unveiled their two-song debut album, TRI.BE Da Loca. TRI.BE Da Loca features their debut singles, “DOOM DOOM TA” and “Loca.” The first-of-its-kind quadrilingual group, TRI.BE consists of seven members—SONGSUN, JINHA, HYUNBIN, SOEUN, KELLY, JIA and MIRE — and speaks and sings in English, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. One of the most famous … Continue reading Music Is: TRI.BE release debut singles “DOOM DOOM TA” and “Loca”

Music Is: Perth artist Reuben de Melo releases ‘How Does It Feel?’

Perth-based indie singer-songwriter, Reuben De Melo, has released his long-awaited single, ‘How Does It Feel’.  Inspired by the artist’s past relationship experiences with his partner, ‘How Does It Feel’ is about the human nature of wanting more. With an unsettled heart, broken pride and a handy ukelele, this song was written to be a form of catharsis for the indie singer-songwriter, as he makes peace … Continue reading Music Is: Perth artist Reuben de Melo releases ‘How Does It Feel?’

Arts Resource Hub and NTUC’s e2i Launch Inaugural SGUnited Virtual Career Fair for Arts & Creative Jobseekers

Organised by the National Arts Council’s Arts Resource Hub (ARH) in partnership with NTUC’s e2i (Employment and Employability Institute) and supported by NTUC’s UFSE (Freelancers and Self-Employed Unit), the first #SGUnited Virtual Career Fair (VCF) for the arts and creative sector will be held from 22nd February – 7th March 2021. Held online across two weeks, this #SGUnited VCF is the first initiative by ARH … Continue reading Arts Resource Hub and NTUC’s e2i Launch Inaugural SGUnited Virtual Career Fair for Arts & Creative Jobseekers

Art What!: Stars Wars Identities at ArtScience Museum

Whether you were introduced to the series via The Mandalorian or a die-hard fan of the franchise since A New Hope was first released in 1977, it’s impossible to deny the cultural impact Star Wars has had on the world, awakening countless geeks to the world of space opera, lightsabers and interplanetary wonder. With that in mind, the ArtScience Museum has secured blockbuster exhibition STAR … Continue reading Art What!: Stars Wars Identities at ArtScience Museum

By The Book: An Interview with The Good Guys author Darren Chen

The Good Guys cover image, and author Darren Chen (Photo Credit: Facebook) With the rise of superhero flicks, the growing recognition of hobbies like toy collection, and fandoms sprouting up from every corner, it seems that one day, the geeks will inherit the earth. And here in sunny Singapore, the literary scene is about to welcome one such author to its ranks, as third year … Continue reading By The Book: An Interview with The Good Guys author Darren Chen

Preview: Kumar’s Let’s Joget & Goreng Together by LA Comedy Live

After a year of doom and gloom, it’s always a joy to get to experience a laugh or two with some live comedy. And thankfully, LA Comedy Live is here to add even more laughs to our lineup, as they present Kumar’s ‘Let’s Joget & Goreng Together’ this March. During the show, welcome Kumar back onstage, as he brings some much-needed laughter talking about Singapore’s … Continue reading Preview: Kumar’s Let’s Joget & Goreng Together by LA Comedy Live

By The Book: Submissions for 2022 Epigram Books Fiction Prize now open

The call for submissions for the 2022 edition is now open. The EBFP is open to any citizen or permanent resident in the following Southeast Asian countries—Brunei, Cambodia, East Timor (Timor-Leste), Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Those submitting manuscripts must ensure that they are at least 40,000 words long and in the English language. New and original translations of non-English works can … Continue reading By The Book: Submissions for 2022 Epigram Books Fiction Prize now open

Arts of Hong Kong 2021: HKAF opening Music about China to be available both in-venue and online

HONG KONG – Following the latest government information regarding the reopening of performance venues, the Hong Kong Arts Festival and Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra have announced that the Festival Opening:Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra — Music about China will be presented in the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall as scheduled on 27th February 2021 (Saturday) at 8:00pm. The Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra has always been committed … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong 2021: HKAF opening Music about China to be available both in-venue and online