Former drug offenders in 'Home by Homes' say they relate to song’s lyricsHe was once labelled a severe drug addict and he once nearly received a death sentence. He never thought he would have a chance to play a part in Singapore's jubilee celebrations. Yet, this year, Mr Tan Kay Aik, 55, was one of the voices in StarHub's… Aug 08 15August 08, 2015Article at The New Paper
6 Singaporean music artists featured in international films — J.M3, Aisyah Aziz, Ding Yi Music Company, and moreHave you ever heard a song in a cinema and wondered why its singer's voice sounded like one you had heard in Singapore before? Or have you sat through the credits of a film and noticed a familiar name or two? Given that we typically expect to hear… May 03 24May 03, 2024Article at Hear65
'Hamilton' is a gripping tale of rivalry, love, and the price of pursuing power — gig reportDepicting the Founding Fathers of the United States as individuals who go head-to-head in fiery rap battles, dance and sing to modern music, and cuss at each other, Hamilton is an absurd idea for a stage musical. On paper, that is. Whether your first… Apr 26 24April 26, 2024Article at Bandwagon Asia
'Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus' is an intimate portrait of a music legend — film reviewFor the entirety of his last concert film, the late Ryuichi Sakamoto cuts a solitary figure in Japan's NHK Broadcast Center’s 509 Studio as he performs some of his greatest works on a piano. It may be a much quieter affair compared to farewell arena… Mar 15 24March 15, 2024Article at Bandwagon Asia
8 activities every Swiftie should check out in Singapore this Taylor Swift season — partying at a waterpark, watching a light and water show, and moreAfter a long wait, Swift season has finally arrived in Singapore. On 2 March, American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift will kick off the next chapter of her The Eras Tour at the Singapore National Stadium. Coming after her concerts in Japan and… Feb 28 24February 28, 2024Article at Bandwagon Asia
Here's how The TENG Company and SMRT's train chimes are making commuting in Singapore a more inclusive experienceIf you have visited MRT stations or travelled by train recently, your ears would have likely detected a few curious new sounds. Created collaboratively by SMRT and local non-profit arts company, The TENG Company, these new auditory additions are… Feb 27 24February 27, 2024Article at Hear65
An adventure of a lifetime: Coldplay's Singapore concerts as told by fans outside the National StadiumThere is more than one way to experience a live concert. You can try to get as close to your favourite artist or band in the mosh pit or get comfortable in a seated section and observe what's happening on stage from a distance. Then there is the… Feb 02 24February 02, 2024Article at Bandwagon Asia
'The Ultimate K-pop Experience' is an immersive journey into the world of K-pop Holding up your mobile phone while lying in bed, you watch in awe as the biggest K-pop stars walk down the red carpet at a prestigious music show. As they strike poses while greeted by deafening cheers and blinding camera flashes, you utter to… Sep 11 23September 11, 2023Article at Bandwagon Asia
I survived the war for tickets to the Singapore leg of Taylor Swift's 'The Eras Tour' — this is my storyDisheartened and terrified of getting my hopes up again. This was the state I found myself in after failing to secure tickets to see Taylor Swift during the pre-sale for the now sold-out Singapore leg of her The Eras Tour. The Great War officially… Jul 10 23July 10, 2023Article at Bandwagon Asia
I joined the pre-sale for Taylor Swift's 'The Eras Tour' concerts in Singapore — here is my account of 'The Great War'You may know 'The Great War' as the title of one of the tracks from Taylor Swift's Midnights album, but it has also recently become known as the nickname of the fierce competition for tickets to the The Eras Tour. Before tickets to the American… Jul 06 23July 06, 2023Article at Bandwagon Asia
6 local acts who could open for Coldplay in Singapore — Subsonic Eye, Sezairi, Blush, and moreBy now, you would have heard that Coldplay will be making their long-awaited return to Singapore's shores next year. Come next January, the GRAMMY-winning British rock band will play a total of six sold-out shows at the Singapore National Stadium as… Jun 28 23June 28, 2023Article at Bandwagon Asia
6 cast members of Netflix's 'Beef' that you need to know — featuring Joseph Lee, Ashley Park, Young Mazino, and moreIf you've been on the Internet recently, you would know that Netflix's Beef is a series that everyone just cannot seem to get enough of. Starring Academy Award-nominee Steven Yeun and stand-up comedian and actress Ali Wong, the dramedy, which centres… Apr 19 23April 19, 2023Article at Bandwagon Asia
Remembering Ryuichi Sakamoto: 5 unforgettable scores composed by the Japanese music legend A sweeping biopic about the life of China's last emperor and a tale of vengeance set in 19th-century America are just two pieces of work that were brought to life with the help of the late Ryuichi Sakamoto. Besides being a pioneer of the electro… Apr 05 23April 05, 2023Article at Bandwagon Asia
I built the LEGO Ideas BTS Dynamite set with my ARMY mum and her friends, here's how it went — product reviewIt is entirely possible to build the new LEGO Ideas BTS Dynamite set on your own, but as I recently found out, it is one of those activities in life that are better experienced with friends, family, or both. While I do not consider myself to be a BTS… Mar 24 23March 24, 2023Article at Bandwagon Asia
Disney's Frozen The Hit Broadway Musical's Jemma Rix, Matt Lee, and Benjamin Osborne on bringing a new flavour to a beloved taleFirst published: 17 November 2022 Read in: When a film has universally adored characters and songs that have been indelibly etched in countless minds, adapting it for another medium can seem like a nigh impossible task. But fans of Frozen can rest… Nov 17 22November 17, 2022Article at Bandwagon Asia
In the Spotlight with Hear65 — Art Fazil on evolving his sound and championing Malay musicHomegrown folk singer-songwriter Art Fazil has never been one to shy away from experimentation. His willingness to push himself as an artist, coupled with his passion for Malay music, has resulted in the creation of works that have enriched… Jun 01 21June 01, 2021Article at Bandwagon Asia
Keeping jazz alive in Singapore — Jeremy Monteiro, Joanna Dong, and Siti Nur Iman share their stories and discuss the importance of keeping this rich genre goingJazz, regarded as "one of the United States' greatest exports to the world" by the National Museum of American History, is a genre unlike any other. Its rich history dates back to the 19th century and early 20th century, when it was conceived by… Apr 30 21April 30, 2021Article at Bandwagon Asia
14 collaborative creations between artists and brands — featuring merchandise and collections from BTS, BLACKPINK, EXO's Kai, SB19, Wang Yibo, and moreEvery now and then, we witness collisions between the realm of music and big brands from around the world. As BTS' recent team-up with McDonald's has shown, they can be a great way of bringing fans closer to their favourite artists. What's more, they… Apr 29 21April 29, 2021Article at Bandwagon Asia
Getai as a pillar of Singapore's music culture — Wang Lei, 2Z Sisters, Jason Chung, and Lee Pei Fen discuss the importance of preserving this local art formMore than just a form of entertainment that accompanies the Hungry Ghost Festival, getai is a unique art form and one of Singapore's most prominent cultural icons. Since it supposedly began in the early 1940s, when Singapore was under Japanese rule,… Apr 14 21April 14, 2021Article at Bandwagon Asia
Releasing music during a pandemic: Singaporean artists NAT健豪, Subsonic Eye, Shye, brb. and Absence! share their COVID album storiesMuch has changed within the music industry in Singapore since the COVID-19 pandemic struck in early 2020. A quick browse through your favourite streaming platform will show that a number of projects were released between the beginning of last year… Mar 16 21March 16, 2021Article at Bandwagon Asia
Music from Singapore Cinema - 10 memorable songs and soundtracks from Ah Boys To Men, Wet Season, Joe - The Black Assassin, Chinta, and moreMusic and moving images have been inseparable since the dawn of cinema. For more than a century, music has driven the stories of countless films and become a means by which audiences identify certain characters and places. It has also made theatres… Mar 12 21March 12, 2021Article at Bandwagon Asia
