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Music Is: Naomi G releases new song “Prey”

Singapore-based artist Naomi G has released her contemplative pop single “Prey” in an attempt to reclaim greater tenure as a woman knowing her worth in a relationship. The track, invocative of Banks’ chilling despair on some notes and The Weeknd’s midnight sentiments on others, resolves itself by criticizing structural behaviors that oppress women and upholding virtues that are necessary to curb patriarchal pressures.  As Naomi … Continue reading Music Is: Naomi G releases new song “Prey”

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Music Is: SSO reveals Feb-May 2021 Digital Season

The SSOPlayOn! digital season continues with a raft of concerts, announced today, taking place from February to May. Highlights include a performance of Bach’s Double Violin Concerto by young virtuoso Chloe Chua alongside SSO First Violinist Ye Lin. Cindy Lim, Head of Marketing Communications for SSG said: “With the gradual resumption of live performances, the SSO will be reducing the frequency of its online concerts … Continue reading Music Is: SSO reveals Feb-May 2021 Digital Season

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Music Is: Vladimir Martynov’s Utopia Symphony

In November 2020, Russian composer Vladimir Martynov’s Utopia Symphony made history as the first Singaporean-commissioned symphony to be recorded by the London Philharmonic Orchestra under their LPO label. Launched on major online music streaming services such as Spotify and iTunes, while in March 2021, the symphony is set to receive a live performance by the Metropolitan Festival Orchestra at the Esplanade. First premiering in 2005 … Continue reading Music Is: Vladimir Martynov’s Utopia Symphony

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Review: As The Winds Blow by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

Putting SSO’s Woodwind and Brass Ensemble in the spotlight after a lengthy hiatus.  Of all the families of instruments that have been most maligned during the COVID-19 period, it is the wind instruments that have taken the longest hiatus, owing to how they’re perceived to be the group posing the highest risk of spreading transmissions. But eleven months on since their last live performance in … Continue reading Review: As The Winds Blow by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Music Is: Bangkok-based Korean producer Saint Nine drops tropical electro-pop single “Don’t Call Me Sugar”

Bangkok-based Korean electronic producer Saint Nine has officially released his new single, “Don’t Call Me Sugar.” The eclectic artist is the newest addition to the growing roster of Umami Records, an independent record label based in Singapore. A tropical electro-pop track infused with Latin-Cuban melodies, suave instrumentation, and a vocal performance by an unnamed two-time Grammy nominee, “Don’t Call Me Sugar” deep-dives into a compelling … Continue reading Music Is: Bangkok-based Korean producer Saint Nine drops tropical electro-pop single “Don’t Call Me Sugar”

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Music Is: SSO Chief Conductor Hans Graf in first live concert in January 2021

In January 2021, Singapore Symphony Orchestra Maestro Hans Graf will make his first appearance in front of a live audience in his role as SSO Chief Conductor this January. On 6th January, Chief Conductor Hans Graf joins the orchestra to conduct Mozart’s Symphony No. 36 (“Linz”) alongside the composer’s Piano Concerto No. 23, with soloist Albert Tiu. This concert, at the Esplanade Concert Hall, will be Hans Graf’s first in front of … Continue reading Music Is: SSO Chief Conductor Hans Graf in first live concert in January 2021

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Preview: ROCK 21! at the Esplanade Concert Hall

With the announcement of Phase 3 of our circuit breaker taking effect from 28th December, it’s good cause for a (safe) celebration this New Year. And for fans of Singapore Malay rock, you’re in for a treat, as the Esplanade presents ROCK 21! Bring out those leather jackets and come on down to the Esplanade Concert Hall on 1st January 2021, New Year’s Day to … Continue reading Preview: ROCK 21! at the Esplanade Concert Hall

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★★★★☆ Review: Crazy Christmas Fun-raising Concert – Keep the DREAM Alive by Dream Academy

The show must go on, as Dream Academy brings back their beloved Crazy Christmas revue to save 2020. It’s been a tough year for all of us, but if it’s one thing we’ve learnt, it’s that there’s always a light at the end of the tunnel. And for us at least, over the last few years, we’ve come to look forward to our new annual … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: Crazy Christmas Fun-raising Concert – Keep the DREAM Alive by Dream Academy

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Music Is: Shye releases debut album ‘days to morning glory’

Electro-pop singer, songwriter and producer Shye has her debut album ‘days to morning glory’ via Where Are The Fruits. A follow up to the 2018 release ‘Augu7ine’ EP, the 14-track album consists of 10 new tracks plus the previously-released singles “too well”, “don’t be shy”, “love u” and “feeling like”. The album is a mixture of folk, techno and indie pop, infused with R&B, modern rock and classical elements, all of which Shye gravitates towards and … Continue reading Music Is: Shye releases debut album ‘days to morning glory’

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Music Is: Asian-American hip-hop artist Blahza and Seira release single ‘GPS’

Asian-American hip-hop artist Blahza and newcomer Seira have released a new emo-rap single, “GPS.” Reminiscent of Juice WRLD with its chill, spacey touch and laid-back delivery, the vibey bop follows the rapper’s journey to finding his way back to love. According to Blahza, the song is a reassurance of his loyalty and romantic affection for the love of his life despite having to spend days … Continue reading Music Is: Asian-American hip-hop artist Blahza and Seira release single ‘GPS’

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