Music Is: Dominic Chin drops stripped-down versions of “clse2u” and EP ‘License To Cry’

Dominic Chin has finally dropped the stripped-down version of his emotional pop ballad “clse2u.” Released under Umami Records, the reimagined material features a duet with Singaporean singer-songwriter Jean Seizure, whose captivating vocals add a layer of dreaminess to the track.  “Jean was a longtime friend, and we always wanted to collaborate but there was never a chance,” says Dominic Chin, on the song. “When the … Continue reading Music Is: Dominic Chin drops stripped-down versions of “clse2u” and EP ‘License To Cry’

Music Is: Charlie Lim collabs with Melbourne-based producer Katz for new single ‘Forgetting’

Following the success of their 2018 collaboration, ‘Hollow’, Melbourne-based songwriter and producer Katz and Singaporean singer-songwriter Charlie Lim have teamed up again to release Alt-Electronic Pop single, ‘Forgetting’. Out on 23 June 2021, Wednesday on all major digital streaming platforms, ‘Forgetting’ is part of Katz’s anticipated sophomore EP, ‘Only You’, which is slated for release on 13 August 2021, Friday via Remote Control Records/Dot Dash. The ‘Only You’ EP is a bold … Continue reading Music Is: Charlie Lim collabs with Melbourne-based producer Katz for new single ‘Forgetting’

Music Is: brb. release sophomore EP ‘fleur’

Following the release of their debut EP, ‘relationshit’, R&B trio, brb. have released their sophomore EP, ‘fleur.’ Propelled by modern, soulful production and catchy beats, the four-track EP, ’fleur’, represents a solid transition for the group. It’s an upbeat affair with crossover tendencies, and made more compelling by the trio’s more refined vocal chops. The lead track ‘saint’ embodies where their music is headed next, while … Continue reading Music Is: brb. release sophomore EP ‘fleur’

Music Is: Indonesian singer Rinni Wulandari releases single ‘Snake On Apple Trees’

Indonesian R&B singer, Rinni Wulandari has had major success from being one of the youngest participants winning the fourth edition of Indonesian Idol in 2007, to releasing 3 albums independently. Now back after a 2-year hiatus, Rinni Wulandari has announced the release of her latest single together with fellow Indonesian artist Yarra Rai, ‘Snake On Apple Trees’. As with her previous albums ‘Independent Part 1’ and … Continue reading Music Is: Indonesian singer Rinni Wulandari releases single ‘Snake On Apple Trees’

Music Is: Amanda Ong releases new single ‘Another Little Postcard’

Fresh from her previous release, Leave Me Alone, singer-songwriter Amanda Ong announces a brand new single, Another Little Postcard. The track is now available on all major streaming platforms. Another Little Postcard is a collection of letters that Amanda has written to herself over the years. It captures memories from her youth – her first relationship, studying overseas – to adulthood, a career switch, and … Continue reading Music Is: Amanda Ong releases new single ‘Another Little Postcard’

Music Is: Jaime Wong releases new single ‘I Swore I’d Stop Writing About You’

Since the release of her first EP back in 2015, Singaporean singer-songwriter Jaime Wong is back after a 6-year hiatus with a brand-new single. Titled, ‘I Swore I’d Stop Writing About You’, the single will be out on 18 June 2021 on all major digital streaming platforms, and follows carefully curated social media activities by the artist herself. This track is the first single taken from … Continue reading Music Is: Jaime Wong releases new single ‘I Swore I’d Stop Writing About You’

Music Is: inch releases first bilingual single ‘do i, do i’

After a brief break from music, inch returns refreshed, recharged and reinvented with a brand new energetic single ‘do i, do i’. ‘do i, do i’, out now, is the first single from inch’s upcoming 2-part EP ‘childish’, followed by the Mandarin version of the single titled ‘欲擒故纵’ and the music video. This single marks inch’s first bilingual (English and Mandarin) song. “‘do i, do i’ touches on … Continue reading Music Is: inch releases first bilingual single ‘do i, do i’

Music Is: Wovensound and Ihasamic! release new song ‘End Simulation’

Singapore-based producer Wovensound and acclaimed hip-hop artist Ihasamic! take collaboration to an entirely new level with their new single “End Simulation”—out now on all streaming platforms worldwide via Umami Records.  Exploring the outer limits of their signature sound with sprawling instrumentation, both artists took their love for drum n’ bass-influenced rap-rock and turned it into a colossal anthem that is palatable for the modern audience.  … Continue reading Music Is: Wovensound and Ihasamic! release new song ‘End Simulation’

Art What!: Yip Cheong Fun – Common Interest at Art Agenda

Born in Hong Kong, Singaporean pioneer photographer Yip Cheong Fun (1903-1999) moved to Singapore in 1913 and began taking photographs for his family album when he bought his first Rolleiflex camera in 1936, a simpler time before Singapore became the bustling metropolis it is today. Yip’s photography career only began to take off in his 50s, when he took a serious interest in it. To … Continue reading Art What!: Yip Cheong Fun – Common Interest at Art Agenda

Eight SEA documentaries and short films to receive SGIFF Film Fund this year

The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) has announced its shortlist of eight documentaries and short films from Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines and Myanmar which will receive its SGIFF Film Fund this year.  Comprising the Tan Ean Kiam Foundation-SGIFF Southeast Asian Documentary Grant (SEA-DOC) and SGIFF Southeast Asian Short Film Grant (SEA-SHORTS), the fund will help support the development and production of these compelling and thought-provoking … Continue reading Eight SEA documentaries and short films to receive SGIFF Film Fund this year