Music Is: Indonesian singer Rinni Wulandari and with Rapper Willy Winarko release ‘Underrated’

Since their first collaboration back in 2015 for ‘Independent Girl’, Indonesian R&B singer Rinni Wulandari, and rapper and radio host Willy Winarko have reunited this time to drop a brand new single, ‘Underrated’. Out on 30 July 2021, Friday, the single is taken off Rinni Wulandari’s upcoming album, ‘Skins’, which is slated to be released in August 2021. Infusing 90’s R&B, soul, and rap, the ‘Underrated’ pays homage to Rinni Wulandari’s love … Continue reading Music Is: Indonesian singer Rinni Wulandari and with Rapper Willy Winarko release ‘Underrated’

Music Is: Eve Alai reimagines Unscripted’s signature hit “Sunscreen” into a club anthem

Acclaimed electronic producer Eve Alai is turning up the groove once again with a reimagined version of Unscripted’s signature track “Sunscreen”—out this July 31, Friday on all digital music platforms via Umami Records. The blissful number reinterprets the original with sun-soaked funkiness and classic house touch, taking on an entirely new persona with every ebb and flow. “The new material doesn’t follow the traditional four-on-the-floor … Continue reading Music Is: Eve Alai reimagines Unscripted’s signature hit “Sunscreen” into a club anthem

Music Is: Yung Raja releases new single ‘Spice Boy’

Yung Raja isa man of many strides. An artist who treasures imagination over incongruity, Yung Raja has been a keen observer of traditions while keeping his head tilted to the future — fusing Tamil and English lyricism in new and innovative ways. The rapper, who was also featured on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon for his latest single, ‘Mami’, is working himself further into his global ambitions … Continue reading Music Is: Yung Raja releases new single ‘Spice Boy’

Music Is: Chasing Daylight releases new single “Deserter”

Back with an arsenal of new music, Singapore alternative-rock band Chasing Daylight’s fresh single, ‘Deserter’ was released on Friday 30th July 2021 on all major digital streaming platforms. The single is taken off the band’s upcoming EP, which is slated to be out in Q1 2022. The single, ‘Deserter’ is Chasing Daylight’s story of rising above – from hard training and overcoming obstacles of doubt … Continue reading Music Is: Chasing Daylight releases new single “Deserter”

re:Sound Collective presents Jonathan Shin’s 1819 Suite, now reborn in cyberspace

In 2019, Resound Collective commissioned young Singaporean composer Jonathan Shin to produce a chamber orchestra work that chronicled Singapore’s pivotal moments, in commemoration of the country’s bicentennial. The resulting work, the six-movement 1819 Suite was performed to broad acclaim in October 2019. Since the premiere, there have been calls for the work to be performed again, and to be shared more broadly with the public, … Continue reading re:Sound Collective presents Jonathan Shin’s 1819 Suite, now reborn in cyberspace

Review: Night Walker by RuanatWorkz

The key to survival has always been adaptability, a skill that applies even to the arts. And especially in the midst of a pandemic, it is all one can do to adapt, innovate and transform, for the sake of survival, something RuanAtWorkz Musical Arts (R.A.W.) embodies in both its goals and execution of their art. Founded by ruan player and composer Neil Chua, RuanAtWorkz was … Continue reading Review: Night Walker by RuanatWorkz

Music Is: inch releases new single ‘trees’

Following up from her previous single, ‘do I, do I’, inch puts her dancing shoes aside for a more sombre affair in her new single ‘trees’. Out on 13th August 2021, ‘trees’, the second track from her upcoming 2-part EP childish, will be followed by a Mandarin version, released a week after on 20th August 2021. ‘trees’ is a powerful ode to nature. Inspired by inch’s personal experience during lockdown, the single, a … Continue reading Music Is: inch releases new single ‘trees’

In Our Words: NDP 2021 theme song The Road Ahead

Every August, as National Day draws ever closer, the airwaves are constantly filled with theme songs of years past. While it’s easy to be a sourpuss and dismiss the celebratory mood, one always has to remember the symbolic importance of National Day as a representation of strength, resilience, and independence of our island nation. Theme songs, more importantly, are meant to act as a timestamp … Continue reading In Our Words: NDP 2021 theme song The Road Ahead

The Road Ahead: A National Day Interview with NDP 2021 theme song co-producer Evan Low

Graduates of Berklee College of Music have almost always gone on to do great things, whether it’s working for some of the biggest global brands, to pushing themselves artistically, and working alongside some of the most exciting up-and-coming artists. But even with their prestige, few might ever imagine scoring a gig that sees them doing a national project. For composer and producer Evan Low, that’s … Continue reading The Road Ahead: A National Day Interview with NDP 2021 theme song co-producer Evan Low

★★★☆☆ Review: Resonances – A Double Bill by Bellepoque

Let your imagination run free as art takes over. The Belle Epoque referred to a Golden Age in European history which focused on operatic art forms, along with cabaret. Despite sharing a name with this period however, local performing arts company Bellepoque goes a step further, taking the spirit of the era and updating it for contemporary times with their willingness to combine various art … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Review: Resonances – A Double Bill by Bellepoque