Music Is: An Interview with local band Chasing Daylight on new single ‘You Are The Song’

Formerly working ‘iron rice bowl’ jobs with the government, most people would balk at how Yap Wei Chiang and Hosea Choo left the comfort and security all behind when they decided to pursue music professionally as a band. Photo Credit: Russell Tan, Chasing Daylight “Most people start out trying to pursue a career in music before going back to more professional careers. But we did … Continue reading Music Is: An Interview with local band Chasing Daylight on new single ‘You Are The Song’

Music Is: Local songbird Miss Lou releases new single ‘Spot of Sunshine’ to bring positive vibes amidst a dark 2020

  Most of the world has had their plans derailed thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic, and local singer Miss Lou is no exception. What was set to be the biggest year yet screeched to a halt in March, but she has chosen to look on the bright side and is thankful for the fresh perspectives, new opportunities, and renewed purpose it has brought about for … Continue reading Music Is: Local songbird Miss Lou releases new single ‘Spot of Sunshine’ to bring positive vibes amidst a dark 2020

Music Is: Rapper ShiGGa Shay Launches New EP with Southeast Asia’s First Mixed Reality Live Performance

Local rapper ShiGGa Shay’s brand new 2-track EP 365 drops 23rd September 2020, along with a ground-breaking real-time interactive performance created by digital entertainment company, MRGE. In the ‘365’ Mixed Reality live-streaming experience, ShiGGa Shay dons a motion-capture suit, adopting a bespoke digital avatar while transporting his audience to fantastical 360° environments concocted by the team at MRGE. This virtual concert marks the first time … Continue reading Music Is: Rapper ShiGGa Shay Launches New EP with Southeast Asia’s First Mixed Reality Live Performance

In London’s West End 2020: The Drifters Girl reschedules for 2021 (Preview)

LONDON – Michael Harrison and David Ian today announce rescheduled dates for The Drifters Girl, a brand new musical starring Beverley Knight, which tells the remarkable story of one of the world’s greatest vocal groups The Drifters and the woman who made them. The Drifters Girl, to be directed by Jonathan Church (Singin’ In The Rain), will now make its World Premiere at Newcastle Theatre Royal next year … Continue reading In London’s West End 2020: The Drifters Girl reschedules for 2021 (Preview)

Everything I Am: A National Day Interview with Dr Sydney Tan and He Shuming

The National Day song is something I look forward to every year. We’re probably one of the only countries that comes up with a new National Day song almost every year. With how much effort that goes into the composition and meaning behind each one, that’s something we should be proud of. And someone who knows that incredibly well is Dr Sydney Tan, music director … Continue reading Everything I Am: A National Day Interview with Dr Sydney Tan and He Shuming

Music Is: Charlie Lim Releases ‘Room at the Table’ Taken from 2018’s ‘We Are Singapore’ Prelude

Following his contribution in updating 2018’s National Day theme ‘We Are Singapore’, singer-songwriter Charlie Lim has extended his own prelude into a full song, titled ‘Room at the Table’. The single is now out on all digital streaming platforms. An accompanying lyric video will be out in the coming weeks. ‘Room at the Table’ takes on a more vulnerable and intimate tone, and expands upon … Continue reading Music Is: Charlie Lim Releases ‘Room at the Table’ Taken from 2018’s ‘We Are Singapore’ Prelude

Music Is: Jason Yu releases new single Now I Know as prelude to upcoming EP

Singapore-based singer-songwriter Jason Yu announces a brand new single titled Now I Know. Having taken a hiatus since the release of his critically acclaimed single – Hearts Release in 2018, Yu’s upcoming track is a reimagining of the artiste and is the first of multiple singles from an upcoming EP. Now I Know is a song that draws from Yu’s experience of realisation, loss, and … Continue reading Music Is: Jason Yu releases new single Now I Know as prelude to upcoming EP

Music Is: Universal Music Philippines announces launch of Island Records Philippines

Universal Music Philippines (UMP), a division of Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, announced the launch of Island Records Philippines, a new domestic label division dedicated to helping the best musical talent from the Philippines to achieve local success, whilst reaching new audiences worldwide. The launch marks the beginning of a new chapter in the illustrious history of Island Records, which was founded … Continue reading Music Is: Universal Music Philippines announces launch of Island Records Philippines

Music Is: An Interview with Kahchun Wong, Conductor of Beeth∞ven 360°

This July, on International Friendship Day, the world will see the premiere of a massive musical project unlike any ever done before. In celebration of renowned composer Beethoven’s 250th anniversary, watch as Beeth∞ven 360° takes to your screens on 30th July.  As its name implies, Beeth∞ven 360° takes the form of a 360° video that unites an international lineup of over a thousand musicians coming together … Continue reading Music Is: An Interview with Kahchun Wong, Conductor of Beeth∞ven 360°

Music Is: Kahchun Wong leads ‘Beeth∞ven 360°’ in the composer’s 250th anniversary year this July

On International Friendship Day (30th July), Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday anniversary will be premiered on The Straits Times Facebook and Youtube channels. This revolutionary virtual performance of music from his 9th Symphony is literally pieced together with digital submissions from world-class instrumentalists and singers of institutions including the Chicago Symphony, Dresden Boys Choir, Hong Kong Philharmonic, Japan Philharmonic, London Philharmonic, Munich Philharmonic, China National … Continue reading Music Is: Kahchun Wong leads ‘Beeth∞ven 360°’ in the composer’s 250th anniversary year this July