Music Is: Zack Tabudlo releases reimagined kundiman with single ‘Binibini’

Zack Tabudlo is rewriting kundiman with a contemporary pop flair on his latest single, ‘Binibini,’ out now on various streaming platforms via Island Records Philippines/MCA Music Inc. Symbolizing love as dance, the young producer/singer-songwriter penned ‘Binibini’ at the peak of a romantic relationship with a former flame. “She was the binibini that I would dance with in the middle of the rain, in the middle … Continue reading Music Is: Zack Tabudlo releases reimagined kundiman with single ‘Binibini’

Music Is: Introducing Mr Nice Guy

With a second EP to be slated in April this year, Hong Kong singer-songwriter Mr Nice Guy has released a brand new single titled, ‘Bubble’. The single and accompanying music video is today on all major digital streaming platforms.  The self-produced single, ‘Bubble’ sees Mr Nice Guy out of his comfort zone exploring a slightly more electronic pop sound compared to his previous singles which … Continue reading Music Is: Introducing Mr Nice Guy

Music Is: Electrico releases B-sides from last three albums

Local rock outfit Electrico are back with a collection of renewed songs from their last three albums: We Satellites (2008), Hip City (2006) and So Much More Inside (2004). The decision to breathe new life into their earlier songs for their new EP, B-sides Live at the Power Station, was made spontaneously. It led to the trio’s original members – David Tan (vocals and lead guitar), Desmond Goh (bass guitar) and … Continue reading Music Is: Electrico releases B-sides from last three albums

Music Is: UQiYO Releases Three-Dimensional Sound Experience of Fifth Album, ‘loom’

Following the releases of outstanding cross-border collaborations including the single, ‘lo V er’ with Singaporean artist MARICELLE, ‘6000°C’ with Taiwanese Indie Pop band I Mean Us, as well as ‘invisible’ with Malaysian artist Froya, Japanese Pop Project UQiYO will be releasing their fifth album, ‘loom’ on 26 March 2021 UQiYO takes its name from the word ‘浮世’ (pronounced ‘ukiyo’) — a fleeting, transient world describing an urban lifestyle … Continue reading Music Is: UQiYO Releases Three-Dimensional Sound Experience of Fifth Album, ‘loom’

The Banter: Rendy Padugo discusses his new EP ‘SEE YOU SOMEDAY’

Rendy Padugo is ready to make his name known. After previously releasing two singles with his record label, Wonderland Records and Universal Music Indonesia, the Indonesian singer-songwriter has now launched his new 6-track EP “SEE YOU SOMEDAY”. “There’s this authenticity to it as I sing and tell these stories about myself, my friends and family, and I hope listeners can feel their story through my … Continue reading The Banter: Rendy Padugo discusses his new EP ‘SEE YOU SOMEDAY’

Music Is: Indie artist Amanda Ong releases MV for ‘Leave Me Alone’

Singaporean indie-folk singer-songwriter, Amanda Ong, has released a music video for her single ‘Leave Me Alone’. ‘Leave Me Alone’, was written a day before her birthday. The lyrics perpetuate the hope for a (literal) better tomorrow amidst overwhelming sentiments of dejection. With equal parts of jazz and funk, and introspection, the single, ‘Leave Me Alone’ steps into a lonely inner-world, lending a voice to the ebb and … Continue reading Music Is: Indie artist Amanda Ong releases MV for ‘Leave Me Alone’

Music Is: yams releases single ‘do you drive a nice car’

Singaporean producer and singer-songwriter yams has announced the release of his latest 14-track album ‘day/dreams’. With unapologetic lyrics and dense rhymes centered around imperfect oppositions, yams pre-empts the album release with a brand new single titled, ‘do you drive a nice car’. There will also be an accompanying music visualizer video released on the same date at 7PM (Singapore Time) via yams’ Youtube page.  Dreaming … Continue reading Music Is: yams releases single ‘do you drive a nice car’

Music Is: Japanese Pop Outfit UQiYO Releases Collaboration with Malaysian artist Froya

Having collaborated with many outstanding creators locally and internationally in the music industry, Japanese Pop Music Project UQiYO has announced the release of a cross-border collaboration single with Malaysian singer-songwriter, Froya, titled, ‘invisible’. The single is now available on all digital streaming platforms, ahead of the band’s full album which is slated for release on 26th March 2021. Having met in Niigata, Japan for a co-writing session, the … Continue reading Music Is: Japanese Pop Outfit UQiYO Releases Collaboration with Malaysian artist Froya

The Banter: Going Green with Loco Group General Manager Will Leonard

Whether we’re still talking about the validity of Greta Thunberg’s points years on from her UN speech or getting a new set of reusable straws as a gift, environmentalism undeniably remains the hot topic in everyone’s minds. But how much of environmentalism is from the heart, or just a thinly-veiled attempt at corporate capitalism? For Mexican restaurant and bar group The Loco Group, it’s the … Continue reading The Banter: Going Green with Loco Group General Manager Will Leonard

The Banter: Iman Fandi finds her voice with her music career

Iman Fandi has almost always taken after her parents. Born the only daughter of local football star Fandi Ahmad, it was perhaps no surprise that she excelled in sports, having attended the Singapore Sports School as a track and field athlete. But couple that with her experience in the world of fashion and modelling since her early teens (following in the footsteps of her mother Wendy … Continue reading The Banter: Iman Fandi finds her voice with her music career