Category: Arts

Arts, Music, Singapore

Music Is: Yung Raja releases new single ‘Spice Boy’

Yung Raja isa man of many strides. An artist who treasures imagination over incongruity, Yung Raja has been a keen observer of traditions while keeping his head tilted to the future — fusing Tamil and English lyricism in new and innovative ways. The rapper, who was also featured on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon for his latest single, ‘Mami’, is working himself further into his global ambitions … Continue reading Music Is: Yung Raja releases new single ‘Spice Boy’

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Arts, Music, Singapore

Music Is: Chasing Daylight releases new single “Deserter”

Back with an arsenal of new music, Singapore alternative-rock band Chasing Daylight’s fresh single, ‘Deserter’ was released on Friday 30th July 2021 on all major digital streaming platforms. The single is taken off the band’s upcoming EP, which is slated to be out in Q1 2022. The single, ‘Deserter’ is Chasing Daylight’s story of rising above – from hard training and overcoming obstacles of doubt … Continue reading Music Is: Chasing Daylight releases new single “Deserter”

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Arts, online, Review

Review: Playing The Hand by Darren and Jerryl

Taking control of the cards life deals you. I’ve often thought that magic is all smoke and mirrors, and the day I gained the knowledge that almost all magic can be explained logically, via misdirection and trick props, it became far too easy to be cynical, and think that magic is for kids. But that’s precisely what separates a good magic show from others, where … Continue reading Review: Playing The Hand by Darren and Jerryl

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re:Sound Collective presents Jonathan Shin’s 1819 Suite, now reborn in cyberspace

In 2019, Resound Collective commissioned young Singaporean composer Jonathan Shin to produce a chamber orchestra work that chronicled Singapore’s pivotal moments, in commemoration of the country’s bicentennial. The resulting work, the six-movement 1819 Suite was performed to broad acclaim in October 2019. Since the premiere, there have been calls for the work to be performed again, and to be shared more broadly with the public, … Continue reading re:Sound Collective presents Jonathan Shin’s 1819 Suite, now reborn in cyberspace

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Art What!, Arts, Singapore, Visual Art

Art What!: Singapore Art Museum to expand into local neighbourhoods and Tanjong Pagar Distripark

Singapore Art Museum (SAM) has announced its new strategic direction, aligned with its vision to provide thought-provoking and meaningful everyday encounters through contemporary art. Challenging the notion of a museum as a single physical space that houses artworks for visitors, SAM will infuse art into the everyday by presenting in unexpected spaces around Singapore and actively collaborate with partners and communities to drive positive change … Continue reading Art What!: Singapore Art Museum to expand into local neighbourhoods and Tanjong Pagar Distripark

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Arts, Review, SIFA 2021, Singapore

★★★★☆ Review: A Thousand Ways Part III – An Assembly by 600 Highwaymen (SIFA 2021)

Last leg of the journey. After being cancelled in the midst of the Heightened Alert phase, we were filled with disappointment that we would likely never catch the final instalment of 600 Highwaymen’s three-part show A Thousand Ways. But perhaps, rather miraculously, the Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) pressed on, and somehow found a way to revive the show, allowing those who had started … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: A Thousand Ways Part III – An Assembly by 600 Highwaymen (SIFA 2021)

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Arts, Dance with Me, Music, Review, Singapore

Review: Night Walker by RuanatWorkz

The key to survival has always been adaptability, a skill that applies even to the arts. And especially in the midst of a pandemic, it is all one can do to adapt, innovate and transform, for the sake of survival, something RuanAtWorkz Musical Arts (R.A.W.) embodies in both its goals and execution of their art. Founded by ruan player and composer Neil Chua, RuanAtWorkz was … Continue reading Review: Night Walker by RuanatWorkz

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Arts, Music, Singapore

Music Is: inch releases new single ‘trees’

Following up from her previous single, ‘do I, do I’, inch puts her dancing shoes aside for a more sombre affair in her new single ‘trees’. Out on 13th August 2021, ‘trees’, the second track from her upcoming 2-part EP childish, will be followed by a Mandarin version, released a week after on 20th August 2021. ‘trees’ is a powerful ode to nature. Inspired by inch’s personal experience during lockdown, the single, a … Continue reading Music Is: inch releases new single ‘trees’

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Arts, Singapore

SDEA Announces Six New Committee Members for the New Term 2021 to 2023

The Singapore Drama Educators Association (SDEA) announced the appointment of six newly elected Committee Members who will be responsible for leading the organisation for the next two years (2021 to 2023), with the mission to advance the profession of the drama/theatre educator and advocate for the practice and value of drama and theatre in Singapore. The election was done online via Zoom, through its Annual … Continue reading SDEA Announces Six New Committee Members for the New Term 2021 to 2023

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Art What!, Arts, Preview

Art What!: One Kampong Gelam Introduces Urban Arts-Themed Adventures for Hall of Fame @ Kampong Gelam

Having made waves as Southeast Asia’s first official graffiti Hall of Fame, Hall of Fame @ Kampong Gelam keeps the visitor experience fresh with a slew of new neighbourhood art programming from July 2021. Set against the historic and vibrant backdrop of Kampong Gelam2 , from its street art-lined alleys, traditional businesses to iconic cultural landmarks, visitors can re-experience the precinct with activities themed around … Continue reading Art What!: One Kampong Gelam Introduces Urban Arts-Themed Adventures for Hall of Fame @ Kampong Gelam

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