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Arts, Music, Singapore

Music Is: MJ Kuok releases new single ‘Infinity’, from forthcoming album ‘Atlas’

Singapore-born, Hong Kong-based DJ and producer MJ KUOK is poised to announce a brand new release with the arrival of ‘Infinity’, lifted from the forthcoming album ‘ATLAS’ due this September. Fusing elements of ambient soundscapes, deep-house melodies over an uplifting, silky production, MJ Kuok says: “I wrote ‘Infinity’ during an early morning studio session in Hong Kong, where I’m currently based in. I was filled with a … Continue reading Music Is: MJ Kuok releases new single ‘Infinity’, from forthcoming album ‘Atlas’

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Arts, online, Review, Singapore

Review: The Staff Room by Impromptu Meetings

A timely lesson on what it means to be a good teacher. As a student, have you ever wondered what goes on in the staff room, the most forbidden of forbidden spaces, where teachers are allowed to drop their fierce exterior and be their true selves? Impromptu Meetings are here to show you what may happen behind closed doors, as teachers battle it out to … Continue reading Review: The Staff Room by Impromptu Meetings

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Arts, Music, Singapore

Music Is: The Foundation launches inaugural 10-year Music Commissioning Series

Local arts charity Foundation for The Arts and Social Enterprise (“The Foundation”) has launched a 10-year commissioning series for works across various genres of music, with Cultural Medallion winner Kelly Tang (Dr) as the first composer in this inaugural series. This iconic initiative will make significant contributions to Singapore contemporary music, with the commissioning of major works by Singapore composers and systemically building up a … Continue reading Music Is: The Foundation launches inaugural 10-year Music Commissioning Series

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Art What!, Arts, Singapore

Artworks by four local artists to complement Dale Chihuly’s works in Dale Chihuly: Glass in Bloom

Gardens By The Bay’s Dale Chihuly: Glass in Bloom, a major garden exhibition featuring the works of master glass artist Dale Chihuly, has been extended till 3rd October 2021. As part of the extension, the exhibition will include an exclusive showcase by local artists Florence Ng, Jahan Loh, Koh Dawn and Tunku Khalsom, set against the impressive glass sculptures by Chihuly. To provide wider audiences with … Continue reading Artworks by four local artists to complement Dale Chihuly’s works in Dale Chihuly: Glass in Bloom

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Arts, Books, By The Book, literature, Review, Singapore

★★★★☆ Book Review: Yellow Man – Lee Wen, the Artist Who Dared by Chan Li Shan and Weng Pixin

Endearing picture book tells the inspiring story of the late Lee Wen. The death of pioneering artist Lee Wen in 2019 sent a wave of grief across the local visual arts scene, with artists, curators and friends mourning the loss of one of our most prominent artistic figures, known for his Yellow Man series, and his uncanny yet striking performance art works. In the latest … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Book Review: Yellow Man – Lee Wen, the Artist Who Dared by Chan Li Shan and Weng Pixin

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Art What!, Arts, Preview

Art What!: Voyage to the Vulva-verse by STRIP and TWO L(I)PS

Being the conservative nation that we are, the very idea of caring for one’s own vulva is still not yet in vogue, and may still arouse discomfort when brought up in conversation. To combat these fears and misinformation, Spa Esprit Group founder and Singapore’s Queen of Vulva, Cynthia Chua, wants to change all that with a new, exciting campaign and movement with Voyage to the … Continue reading Art What!: Voyage to the Vulva-verse by STRIP and TWO L(I)PS

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Arts, Dance with Me, Preview

Preview: Masterpiece in Motion 2021 by Singapore Dance Theatre

The Singapore Dance Theatre (SDT) is back this September to celebrate its 33rd Anniversary Season as the premier professional dance company in Singapore. Returning to the Esplanade Theatre for a weekend, get ready for the 33rd Anniversary Season performance of their annual Masterpiece in Motion performance, with three of their most celebrated works. Revel in the company’s artistic eminence this season as it brings to … Continue reading Preview: Masterpiece in Motion 2021 by Singapore Dance Theatre

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Arts, Music, Singapore

Music Is: DEON releases new single ‘Breathe In’

Since releasing his last album ‘eulogia; eulogy’ in 2019, and an acoustic ‘Prologue; Eulogia’ in 2020, together with a heart-felt collaborative refreshed take on ‘Fix’ with Japan’s soul-pop artist Shohey Uemura (THREE1989), Singapore’s maestro and veteran singer-songwriter DEON has announced the release of a brand new single, ‘Breathe In’. Made available on all major digital streaming platforms on 3 September 2021 via Singaporean independent music label, Where Are The Fruits, … Continue reading Music Is: DEON releases new single ‘Breathe In’

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Arts, Music, Singapore

Music Is: ALYPH releases solo EP ‘III/III’

After welcoming the new phase in his music-making career following ‘Adakah Kau Mendengar’, ALYPH is dropping a brand-new EP, ‘III/III’. The sounds of this three-track odyssey are the result of years of sharpening his craft and shaking off expectations — as a rapper, a singer, and a beat-maker. All three qualities are on full display in this exciting new EP, the first of several projects down … Continue reading Music Is: ALYPH releases solo EP ‘III/III’

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Books, By The Book, literature, Singapore

Preview: Singapore Writers Festival 2021 – Guilty Pleasures

Do you feel like you have to slip a saucy novel between the covers of something less…salacious? Ever quickly switch tabs when reading fanfic of forbidden ships of your favourite television show? This year, Singapore Writers Festival (SWF) wants you to embrace it all, and be proud of your Guilty Pleasures. Presented by Presented by Arts House Limited (AHL) and commissioned by the National Arts … Continue reading Preview: Singapore Writers Festival 2021 – Guilty Pleasures

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