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Music Is: Jason Yu releases new single ‘Anyone’ as third single for upcoming EP

Hot off making headlines with his previous release Now I Know, Singapore based Singer/Songwriter Jason Yu announces a brand new single titled Anyone, and is the latest from a string of releases leading to his upcoming EP. In Anyone, Yu dives into his struggles of self-worth, as he navigates through life whilst trying to find a sense of belonging and purpose. “Try as I may, … Continue reading Music Is: Jason Yu releases new single ‘Anyone’ as third single for upcoming EP

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Music Is: Yeo makes Mandopop Debut with R&B Bop “好好的過 Have a Nice Life” featuring Taiwan’s Chendy

Malaysian-Australian artist Yeo continues to evolve, further testing his limits on new Mandarin duet “好好的過 (Have a Nice Life)”, featuring Taiwanese-Australian singer-songwriter Chendy. Infusing laidback melodies and quirky keys with a bouncy bass; Yeo’s dark melancholy meets Chendy’s light sweetness on this new single where the pair sing of fragmented relationships and unanswered questions. “This song describes the aftermath of a breakup that has occurred abruptly. Two characters meditate separately on … Continue reading Music Is: Yeo makes Mandopop Debut with R&B Bop “好好的過 Have a Nice Life” featuring Taiwan’s Chendy

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Music Is: JAWN ends 5-year hiatus with new single ‘Feel Too Much’

Following a 5-year hiatus and a recent collaborative release of ‘Simple’ with fellow artist lewloh, Singaporean singer-songwriter JAWN is back with his latest single, ‘Feel Too Much’, a revelry celebrating the setbacks of a boisterous mind, and as per the track title — feeling too much.  This brand new single is a feel-good foot-stomper made for the road trip we couldn’t afford to take in … Continue reading Music Is: JAWN ends 5-year hiatus with new single ‘Feel Too Much’

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Arts, Concert, Music, Preview, Singapore

Music Is: Singapore Symphony Orchestra announces newly recorded online concerts, with Chief Conductor Hans Graf

The Singapore Symphony Orchestra’s digital season SSOPlayOn! continues with a trio of online concerts led by its new Chief Conductor, Hans Graf, taking place in November, December and January and streamed on SISTIC Live. On Friday 6th November at 8pm, Hans Graf directs the SSO in a programme pairing Metamorphosen, Richard Strauss’s monumental work for strings, with Mozart’s “Gran Partita” Serenade. The following month, on Friday 4 December, Hans Graf conducts an … Continue reading Music Is: Singapore Symphony Orchestra announces newly recorded online concerts, with Chief Conductor Hans Graf

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Preview: Tune In 2020 by Ding Yi Music Company

Who says Chinese chamber music is outdated? Ding Yi Music Company is here to prove you wrong, with their highly anticipated first ticketed concert of the season. Presented in collaboration with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Tune In 2020 represents Ding Yi Music Company’s efforts in ushering in, and advocating the next wave of modern music. Running from 15th October to 1st November 2020 … Continue reading Preview: Tune In 2020 by Ding Yi Music Company

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Music Is: Second edition of *SCAPE’s Music Day Out back this October

*SCAPE Music Day Out (MDO) – the annual event organised by *SCAPE – is not to be missed by youths and the local indie music community. Hence, despite the pandemic, the event will return for its second year running from 16th to 18th October, but virtually. Despite the change in format, the event returns bigger and better, encompassing a stellar line-up of young music talents … Continue reading Music Is: Second edition of *SCAPE’s Music Day Out back this October

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Music Is: Indie artist Amanda Ong releases self-titled debut EP

Singaporean indie-folk singer-songwriter, Amanda Ong, announces the release of her self-titled debut EP, Amanda. The six-track EP is now available on all major digital service providers. With songs written since she was 17, often writing songs with the intention to help listeners struggling with mental health issues to heal through music, each track on her EP encapsulates a different stage in her coming-of-age, cathartic journey … Continue reading Music Is: Indie artist Amanda Ong releases self-titled debut EP

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Preview: Octoburst! – A Children’s Festival 2020 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

October is a very special time for kids – after all, it’s when Children’s Day happens! To celebrate, regardless of the performance restrictions in place, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay is bringing back their annual Octoburst! children’s festival for a series of free-to-access digital programmes from 5th to 18th October 2020. Whether you’re in school, at home or even if you’re not in Singapore, Octoburst! … Continue reading Preview: Octoburst! – A Children’s Festival 2020 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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Music Is: Singer-songwriter Annette Lee releases sophomore EP ‘Song For The Underdog’

Singaporean singer-songwriter Annette Lee has announced the release of her highly anticipated second EP ‘Song For The Underdog’. The EP is available on all digital streaming platforms on 2nd October 2020, Friday.  A storyteller at heart, Annette Lee sees her work in film, comedy and music as ways of creating joy and impacting lives. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Filmmaking in Nanyang Technological … Continue reading Music Is: Singer-songwriter Annette Lee releases sophomore EP ‘Song For The Underdog’

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Music Is: Ding Yi Music Company’s records authentic Chinese instrument sounds for Orchestral Tools’ Phoenix Orchestra

In collaboration with renowned international film composers Harry Gregson Williams and Richard Harvey, Orchestral Tools’ “Phoenix Orchestra” (凤凰）is the first advanced software library featuring a full array of authentic Chinese instruments recorded by Ding Yi Music Company (鼎艺团). With a total of 21 instruments, the software is capable to reproduce dynamic articulations, swells and ornaments unique to each instrument. “Phoenix Orchestra” gives access to music … Continue reading Music Is: Ding Yi Music Company’s records authentic Chinese instrument sounds for Orchestral Tools’ Phoenix Orchestra

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