Music Is: Yung Raja releases new EP ‘MIKE’

‘MIKE’ is Yung Raja’s first-ever EP and surprise release for fans. Released at midnight, ‘MIKE’, produced by Flightsch & RIIDEM, caps off a streak of wins for the rapper this year: Yung Raja was named one of NME’s Top 100 essential emerging artists of 2021, his hit single ‘Spice Boy’ debuted on Spotify’s Viral 50 Singapore & Malaysia charts just one day after its release, and he received a shoutout … Continue reading Music Is: Yung Raja releases new EP ‘MIKE’

Music Is: Marian Carmel releases single ‘Pause + Reset’

Known for her ethereal vocals which breathe life into the melancholic nature of her songs, Filipina-born and Singapore-based singer-songwriter, Marian Carmel returns with a brand new single titled, ‘Pause + Reset’. Released through Singapore-based independent music label, Where Are the Fruits, this soul burner of a single will be made available on all major digital streaming platforms on 1 October 2021, Friday. The single shows a different … Continue reading Music Is: Marian Carmel releases single ‘Pause + Reset’

Music Is: ShiGGa Shay collabs with HUGO on new single ‘Passive Aggressive’

‘Passive Aggressive’ is ShiGGa Shay’s formal follow-up to ‘uRight (feat. Jay Park)’. The song deals with the topic of mental health, how we tend to dwell too much about the past and worry too much about the future – we forget how to be present. It is like an internal conversation ShiGGa Shay has with his inner voice. The accompanying music video for ‘Passive Aggressive’ … Continue reading Music Is: ShiGGa Shay collabs with HUGO on new single ‘Passive Aggressive’

Music Is: Mezzaluna releases single ‘In situ’

Introduced earlier this year as one of the first Asian artists to join pan-regional music label, OFFMUTE, Mezzaluna has captivated music fans with her jazzy, soulful and sometimes brooding take on pop music. With deep, sultry vocals and intensely personal storytelling style, the Indonesian newcomer delivers inspiring and powerful songs with a universal reach. She also grew up in a musical household as the daughter … Continue reading Music Is: Mezzaluna releases single ‘In situ’

Music Is: Indonesian dance music trio Weird Genius released new single, “Future Ghost” ft.Violette Wautier

Indonesian dance music trio Weird Genius has released their new single, “Future Ghost” ft.Violette Wautier. With her crystalline vocals, the popular Thai-Belgian alternative pop musician/songwriter/actress reflects on the waning moments of a relationship with poignancy and warmth as Weird Genius draws from a sonic palette that swells from light and effervescent to swaggering, euphoric heights. Tragedy and transcendence entwine in the stunning official video, which received a YouTube premiere earlier today. Shot … Continue reading Music Is: Indonesian dance music trio Weird Genius released new single, “Future Ghost” ft.Violette Wautier

Music Is: Upcoming artist RINES releases new single ‘When You Fall’

Since starting her music career this year, Singaporean artist RINES has refused to stick to a single genre. Calling herself an eclectic artist through the exploration of fusing different genres and sounds, RINES is known to draw inspiration from her experiences. With her ever-changing vocals, RINES tells compelling stories that are reflective of the many personalities she holds, and evident in her previous singles, ‘Kiss … Continue reading Music Is: Upcoming artist RINES releases new single ‘When You Fall’

Music Is: Amanda Ong releases new single ‘Square’

  One song away from her next EP, Square is singer-songwriter Amanda Ong’s latest release. The song is now available on all major streaming platforms. A slight departure from Amanda’s previous releases, Square’s lyrics make little narrative sense – even the singer herself can’t seem to recall what it’s truly about. One thing she’s sure about is that the chorus hints at imperfection, normalising it … Continue reading Music Is: Amanda Ong releases new single ‘Square’

Music Is: An Interview with Jeremy Zucker on upcoming sophomore album ‘CRUSHER’

Jeremy Zucker is the melancholic musical artist for a new generation. It’s no surprise why his Spotify streams reach the hundreds of millions with each single he releases – there is a wild, raw emotion that aches behind the otherwise lo-fi, minimalist production in his critically-acclaimed debut album love is not dying (2020), hitting unexpectedly hard And considering how he’s just released the brent ii … Continue reading Music Is: An Interview with Jeremy Zucker on upcoming sophomore album ‘CRUSHER’

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’

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