You are worth more than the sum of your broken relationships. Nobody likes feeling like the third wheel. But far too often, even in a ménage à trois, it is inevitable that one of the three members will end up being the least loved, something Isaiah Christopher Lee realises when he unwillingly finds himself part of a throuple. Directed by Adeeb Fazah, The Concubine sees … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Review: The Concubine by Isaiah Christopher Lee
They say the classics never go out of style. “Hopelessly Devoted To You” is a perfect example of that. Since the 1980s, no amount of lovelorn Olivia Newton-John would-bes could diminish its charm. In fact, its recent revival as a TikTok viral hit only shows how its core resonates beyond generations. Looking back at the past can also spark new creativity. It provided a new idea … Continue reading Music Is: Aisyah Aziz and YAØ cover Grease’s ‘Hopelessly Devoted To You’
Mila Ascending is The Steve McQueen’s first single release from their much awaited fifth studio album The Observer. The mercurial band went directly from touring Japan and the Asian Festival circuit into the studio to record this collection of new music which simultaneously invokes alternative R&B, chill-pop, 60’s Motown and nu-soul. The McQueens celebrate their 8th year on the road with this release of coy … Continue reading Music Is: The Steve McQueens release new single ‘Mila Ascending’
Jimmy Fallon gave a shoutout to Yung Raja and his latest single “Mami” on The Tonight Show, one of America’s longest-running late-night talk shows hosted by Emmy Award and Grammy Award-winning comedian, Jimmy Fallon, on NBCthis week. A tweet from The Tonight Show was also posted which included the video mentioning the Singaporean artist and playing a snippet of “Mami” for the audience. The video on Twitter has since … Continue reading Music Is: Yung Raja’s ‘Mami’ featured on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon
Children and parents alike rejoice as Australia’s smash hit kids’ series Bluey returns to CBeebies this August! This multi award-winning cartoon continues to follow everyone’s favourite animated Blue Heeler dog, Bluey, as she brings the positive outcomes of imaginative play into her daily adventures together with her parents, sister Bingo, friends, and neighbours. As Mum Chilli heads back to work at airport security and Dad Bandit balances … Continue reading Television Time: BBC Shows – August 2021
In a bid to encourage more members of the public to get vaccinated, Golden Village is launching a Max Perks with Vax promotion and have introduced Vaxed Halls, halls reserved specially for fully vaccinated patrons. From 16th – 28th July, enjoy exclusive rewards when patrons present their proof of vaccination via the TraceTogether or HealthHub app at all GV outlets. The launch is also part … Continue reading Film: Max Perks with Vax at Golden Village
After a first and second dose, it’s about high time we receive a booster shot to ur funny bone, as Singapore moves out of Phase 2 Heightened, and A Dose of Comedy 3 – Scaled Down Version comes to theatres. What does an Indian, a Eurasian and a Chinese have in common? Find out when Deepak, Shaun and Sam See hits the stage. These 3 … Continue reading Preview: A Dose of Comedy 3
Finding new ways of interaction and performance in a post-COVID world. While some may bemoan the new normal, others have found ways to adapt to the new rules and use it as a way to reimagine the way we interact with others. In InterBeing, T.H.E Dance Company meditates on these new means of co-existence, with a double bill of new works by choreographers Jos Baker … Continue reading Review: InterBeing by T.H.E Dance Company
MANILA – After racking up more than 2.5 million steams on Spotify with her heartfelt reimagining of an alt-rock classic, rising singer-songwriter Bianca fulfills the promise of her music journey with the release of her proper debut single under Sony Music Philippines. Written by Bianca herself, “Tenth of July” delivers emotional resonance note per note, while retaining the spare, soothing vocal quality that listeners have … Continue reading Music Is: Filipino singer Bianca releases debut single ‘Tenth of July’
Local singer-songwriter Thaddeus Lin’s latest single ‘Mornin’ Song’, is now available on all major streaming platforms. To quote the lyrics, “In a bed of sound the moon died out again”, showcasing the song’s concern with nightly sleeplessness and the noise in one’s head over a relationship. The morning musings of a stranger in a tug-of-war relationship – to give his all or give it up. … Continue reading Music Is: Thaddeus Lin releases single ‘Mornin’ Song’
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