This is an archive of past gigs for 2021 and 2022. View the updated gig guide for upcoming shows in 2023 here.
PAST GIGS
Rit Xu Organ Trio - Jazz Fellow Fridays
When: 6 January, 6:45 PM and 8:15 PM
Where: Esplanade Outdoor Theatre
Tickets: Free, more information is available here
The Rit Xu Organ Trio, made up of Rit Xu, Chok Kerong, and Yap Tingwei, will give jazz enthusiasts a Friday evening to remember at their show at the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre this month. In addition to performing original compositions, the trio will present songs from the Great American Songbook and reimagined versions of modern pop tunes.
Intervarsity Jam 2023
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When: 8 January, 3:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Where: Multipurpose Hall @ SUTD
Tickets: $16 (individual), $28 (pair), and $60 (group of five), available here
Witness the collision of bands from SUTD, NUS Amplified, SMU SoundFoundry, and SP GarageBand at Intervarsity Jam 2023. Taking on the theme of rebellion, the event will see participating outfits represent chapters such as Oppression, Breaking Out, and Fresh Start.
Narysal
When: 10 January, 8 PM
Where: Esplanade Concourse
Tickets: Free, more information is available here
Rising R&B vocalist Narysal, who took home the award for Best New Artist at *SCAPE Youth Music Awards 2021, will return to the Esplanade with a setlist of existing tunes as well as unreleased ones this January.
aeriqah - In Between
When: 11 January and 12 January, 7 PM
Where: Esplanade Concourse
Tickets: Free, more information is available here
Join singer-songwriter aeriqah as she delivers emotional live renditions of introspective tunes from her 2021 debut album All We Have. Fans of the artist behind 'You & Me' and 'Maybe' can also expect to hear new material during her performances.
Chloe Chua, Hans Graf, Singapore Symphony Orchestra - Chloe Chua Plays Mozart 4
When: 12 January and 13 January, 7:30 PM
Where: Victoria Concert Hall
Tickets: $15-$88, available here
Singaporean violin prodigy Chloe Chua will present Mozart’s 'Violin Concerto No. 4' alongside music director Hans Graf and the Singapore Symphony Orchestra at this concert. Those in attendance will also be treated to a presentation of Bizet's 'Symphony in C major'.
Laura Fygi, Jazz Association Singapore Orchestra (JASSO), Jeremy Monteiro - JASSO Pinnacle Concert 2023
When: 13 January and 14 January, 8 PM
Where: Capitol Theatre
Tickets: $88-$168, available here
Dutch jazz vocalist Laura Fygi will take the stage at the Capitol Theatre alongside Singapore's Jeremy Monteiro and the Jazz Association Singapore Orchestra (JASSO) for two nights this January. Billed as a "potent, swinging, and electrifying" event, this joint concert, presented by IMC Live Global and Jazz Association (Singapore), is not one that you will want to miss.
The TENG Ensemble - Once Upon a Time 2023
When: 3 February and 4 February, 7:30 PM
Where: VivoCity, Amphitheatre, Level 3 Sky Park
Tickets: $4-$15, available here
At the fourth iteration of Once Upon a Time, The TENG Ensemble will entertain music lovers of all ages with their East-meets-West spins on beloved Pixar tunes and songs by Adele. To celebrate the Lunar New Year, they will also be performing modern versions of festive tracks and showcasing a lo-fi creation titled 'Oriental Psyche'.
ShiGGa Shay, J.M3, Tosh Rock, and more - SINMAHUI Hip Hop Night
When: 3 February, 8 PM
Where: Esplanade Annexe Studio
Tickets: From $28, available here
SINMAHUI Hip Hop Night will include performances from both rising acts as well as familiar names from Singapore and Malaysia. Set to represent the Lion City at the inaugural edition of the event are ShiGGa Shay, Tosh Rock, Zadon, J.M3, and Cykko.
LAYYI, Aggressive Raisin Cat, KRUNKLE THE BAND, and more - LASALLE College of the Arts’ Rock & Indie Festival (RIF)
When: 10 and 11 February, 5 PM
Where: Flexible Performance Space and Campus Green, LASALLE College of the Arts
Tickets: Free, more information is available here
Promising two music-filled evenings of spectacular live performances from a lineup spanning rock and indie genres, RIF 2023 will provide a space for Singaporean music lovers to "riff it out" and get to know both established and budding homegrown musicians in the local rock and indie music scene.
Life by Nanyang Collective
When: 10 February, 7:30 PM
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio
Tickets: $30, available here
Join the Nanyang Collective, made up of homegrown musicians specialising in both Asian and Western instruments — as it stages its second major production this February. Described as a "3- movement contemporary production", Life will be a musical meditation on the journey of life that we each have to go through during our time on Earth.
Subsonic Eye, Saints Amongst Sinners, Thy Howler, and Aggressive Raisin Cat - Roses 2023
When: 11 February, 6 PM
Where: Esplanade Annexe Studio
Tickets: $30-$69, available here
Described as the "perfect Valentine's party", Roses 2023 will celebrate "the good, the bad, the ugly, and the beautiful" of being in a relationship through hour-long sets from the acts on its eclectic lineup.
Chok Kerong and Vanessa Fernandez - Spiral
When: 17 February, 8 PM
Where: SingTel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade — Theatres on the Bay
Tickets: $30-$38, available here
As part of Esplanade's 2023 Mosaic Music Series, the multitalented Chok Kerong and Vanessa Fernandez will be performing songs from their forthcoming eight-track collaborative album — an artistic and soulful musical record born out of the artists' two-decade-long friendship.
YST Orchestral Institute, Red Dot Baroque - Prayers for Halcyon
When: 18 February, 7:30 PM
Where: Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, YST Concert Hall
Tickets: $10, available here
YST Orchestral Institute and Red Dot Baroque's ensemble-in-residence have joined forces to take you on a journey through wondrous worlds and musical tales in an enchanting programme that features renowned orchestra classics such as Marin Marais’ 'Chaconne from Alcyone', W.F. Bach’s 'Adagio', Handel’s 'Concerto Grosso in B-flat Major', and many more.
Jazz Association (Singapore) (JASS) - A Jazz Musical: Will the Egg Hatch?
When: 18 February, 2 PM
Where: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre
Tickets: $16-$20, available here
Jazz Association (Singapore) (JASS) has joined forces with Act 3 Theatrics for its inaugural "Jazzed-up Kampong Musical". Watch as they bring a children's tale to life in a musical that features original jazz music.
Amateur Takes Control, ANECHOIS, Nkei, Pleasantry and Subsonic Eye - Lap Sap Gig
When: 19 February, 4 PM
Where: Amped Trampoline Park - River Valley
Tickets: $20 (Early Bird) and $25 (General Admission/Door Sale), available here
Say goodbye to the beloved Amped Trampoline Park at Lap Sap Gig, a concert that will feature performances by Amateur Takes Control, ANECHOIS, Nkei, Pleasantry, and Subsonic Eye.
LASALLE College of the Arts - Piano Voyage IX - Water Fantasy
When: 22 February, 7:30 PM
Where: The Singapore Airlines Theatre
Tickets: Free, reserve a spot here
Diploma and BA(Hons) students of LASALLE College of the Arts' Music programme will be performing their water-themed repertoire of classical and original pieces in a special evening showcase.
T'ang Quartet - Give and Take (Back and Forth)
When: 3 March, 7:30 PM
Where: Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, YST Concert Hall
Tickets: $10, available here
Singapore's premier string quartet, the T'ang Quartet, celebrates its 30th anniversary with a concert that features the works of Maurice Ravel and Singaporean composer Chen Zhangyi, who is also an assistant professor at YST.
The Last Mile
When: 4 March, 7:30 PM
Where: Golden Mile Complex
Tickets: $35, available here
From the minds of Ice Cream Sundays' Nick Bong and Daniel O'Connor, along with MUGIC's Ulysses James and Dang Chau, The Last Mile is set to be Golden Mile Complex's "one last hurrah" and will see a rare gathering of music outfits, labels, and publications coming together to honour and show their support for the beloved cultural institution's tenants.
Parampara Music Festival 2023
When: 4 March, 6PM
Where: Alliance Française de Singapour
Tickets: $35, available here
The students of PARAMPARA Music Academy are set to showcase their remarkable talents in an evening of vocal, dance, and sitar performances. Additionally, the evening's programme will also include Suman Bhattacharya's melodious sitar performances, accompanied by Pradip Tikader on Tabla.
SIM String Ensemble - SIMphony X: Avanti
When: 4 March, 7 PM
Where: SIM Performing Arts Theatre, Block D
Tickets: $10, available here
The SIM String Ensemble returns from the pandemic for their nostalgia-laden tenth annual concert which features their own spin on classical masterpieces and familiar tunes from Disney and Pixar.
CHUREN, evanturetime, and Prako - MOONRISE
When: 17 and 18 March, 7:30 PM
Where: UCC Auditorium
Tickets: $18-$30, available here
Themed after the Moon, MOONRISE — part of National University of Singapore Arts Festival (NAF) 2023 — will see contemporary classical pianist CHUREN, soundscape artist and producer evanturetime come together to treat art lovers to an evening filled with classical and pop. tunes. The event will also feature contributions by digital effects artist Prako.
Ngee Ann Polytechnic Concert Band - Rondeau XXXV
When: 17 March, 7 PM, and 18 March, 1 PM
Where: Music Box, Blk 73 Level 3, Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Tickets: Free, reserve a spot here
Join Ngee Ann Polytechnic Concert Band as they celebrate their return from the pandemic with an exciting two-day concert titled Rondeau XXXV.
More Than Music 10th Anniversary Concert
When: 18 and 19 March, 7:30 PM
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio
Tickets: $20-$110, available here
Join concert series More Than Music as they celebrate their tenth anniversary this March with piano performances from Singapore's very own Albert Tiu and Abigail Sin, and an "all-star strings dream team" comprising Loh Jun Hong, Yang Shuxiang, Zhang Manchin, Wang Dandan, Ng Pei-Sian, and Jamshid Saydikarimov.
Carpet Golf and Fader - Movements live in Singapore
When: 23 March, 7:30 PM
Where: Aliwal Arts Centre
Tickets: $65, available here
Carpet Golf and Fader are joining Movements at their Singapore concert. Presented by Singapore-based collective DISRUPT.CO, the prominent homegrown bands are set to bring their music to Movements' highly-anticipated concert in Singapore where they will be performing as the opening acts.
OmnIVerse: The Fourth Dimension by NUS Electronic Music Lab
When: 24 and 25 March, 7:30 PM
Where: UCC Dance Studio
Tickets: $18-$30, available here
NUS Electronic Music Lab's OmnIVerse: The Fourth Dimension will, through the use of psychedelic trance and lo-fi beats, take you on a journey through "liminal states and spaces". Aside from showcasing original compositions, the concert will also feature scenography from Bernice Ong and sound design from bani haykal.
Ultra Mega Cat Attack and RENE - HEARTBREAK. REVENGE. DISCO. album launch
When: 25 March, 7 PM
Where: 42 Waterloo Street (42WS)
Tickets: $35, available here
Singapore's very own alt-rock band are set to host the ultimate album launch party in celebration of their long-awaited debut album HEARTBREAK. REVENGE. DISCO. Also featuring homegrown singer-songwriter RENE, expect a night of non-stop rock and roll at this highly-anticipated live music party.
Dominic Chin -LOCO ABOUT LOCAL
When: 31 March, 8:30 PM
Where: KINN Capsule Hotel
Tickets: $10, available here
Combining local music with local craft beer, expect an evening filled with live music from stalwart homegrown singer Dominic Chin as he takes you through his repertoire of songs — a blend of electro-pop, soul, and R&B genres. Each ticket comes with 2 complimentary beers, redeemable with wristband tear-offs given at the entrance.
DJ KFC, DeeJay XG, Ramesh, and Ollie' Des - Straight Outta Kampong
When: 1 April, 7 PM
Where: OverEasy Fullerton
Tickets: Free, bookings available here
Come down to OverEasy Fullerton to celebrate the start of April with music, food, and games! Singapore-based American diner OverEasy and party collective Kampong Boogie have come together to present Straight Outta Kampong — OverEasy's first DJ event of 2023. The event will feature live music sets from homegrown acts DJ KFC, DeeJay XG, Ramesh, and Ollie' Des.
Songkran Music Festival 2023
When: 14 April, 6 PM to 10:30 PM, and 15 April, 4:50 PM to 10:30 PM
Where: Wild Wild Wet, Downtown East
Tickets: $58-$98, available here
The popular Songkran Music Festival (SMF) will return to Wild Wild Wet for its second edition this April. Festival-goers can expect to immerse themselves in a spectacular party soundtracked by music from local DJs Inquisitive, Dash, Sakura, Sforla, JOERU, and Q Doll, as well several international names. The two-day event is also set to feature dazzling synchronised light and water displays.
motifs - Remember a Stranger (Mosaic Music Series 2023)
When: 29 April, 7:30 PM
Where: Esplanade Annexe Studio
Tickets: $23.80-$28, available here
The homegrown dream pop/shoegaze band will be performing a live show in celebration of the release of their debut album remember a stranger. Aside from being enthralled by the band's signature dreamy tunes, delve deeper into their "reverb-drenched nostalgia" with the physical release of remember a stranger's vinyls and CDs, which will be available at the show.
TFA Lalita Kala Company - Paamaalai
When: 30 April, 6:30 PM
Where: Drama Centre Theatre
Tickets: $23.80-$28, available here
From the TFA Lalita Kala Company comes a Carnatic music concert that celebrates the rich history of Carnatic music and the Tamil language. Those in attendance can expect to be treated to renditions of works from famous Tamil poets and composers.
Jazz Association Singapore - Swing! Swing! Swing!
When: 30 April, 5:30 PM
Where: Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage, Singapore Botanic Gardens
Tickets: Free, more information is available here
Featuring the Jazz Association Singapore Youth Orchestra (JASSYO!), this free outdoor concert from the Jazz Association Singapore (JASS) will celebrate UNESCO International Jazz Day 2023 with performances of tunes from musicians such as Count Basie and Duke Ellington.
DJ Ephrem and O.K Ready! - Beerkini Rocks
When: 6 May, 3 PM onwards
Where: Bikini Bar, Siloso Beach, Sentosa
Tickets: Free, more information is available here
Bikini Bar's Beerkini Rocks music party will return for a special edition this May. Themed after Cinco De Mayo, the event will feature pop rock and rock numbers from seasoned local DJ Ephrem and an electrifying rock set from four-piece band O.K Ready!.
Niranjan Pandian, Sai Vignesh, Meenakshy Jyothish, and more - Up Close with Brahmastra
When: 12 May, 6:30 PM
Where: Arpanam (L2, above Podi and Poriyal)
Tickets: $157, available here
Join homegrown flautist, music director, and creative composer Niranjan Pandian, Sai Vignesh, Meenakshy Jyothish, Caleb Koa, Alim Sazali, and more for an evening filled with tunes from Tamil cinema as well as original creations. The event, set to only host 30 guests, will be an intimate one where attendees will be able to interact with artists in dialogue sessions.
brb., and more - Twist to the Night with Tiger Soju Infused Lager
When: 12 May, 7 PM
Where: Pasir Panjang Power Station
Tickets: $20, available here
Singapore's very own trio brb. will be part of the star-studded performance lineup — which also includes LeeHi, Balming Tiger, and RAMENGVRL — for Tiger's Twist to the Night with Tiger Soju Infused Lager. Organised to celebrate the launch of the Tiger Soju Infused Lager, the event has been billed as a "multi-sensory feast" set in a "reimagined Asia".
Rahimah Rahim - Divas of the Decade
When: 15 May, 10:30 AM and 3 PM
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio
Tickets: $18, available here
Local music icon Rahimah Rahim will present covers of familiar songs from artists such as Olivia Newton-John, Anne Murray, and The Carpenters at her upcoming concert, which will be a part of Esplanade's Coffee Morning & Afternoon Tea series.
Orkestra Melayu Singapura - Simfoni Keroncong Nusantara
When: 19 May, 8 PM
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall
Tickets: $24-$70, available here
Hosted by Rudy Djoe and Marina Yusof, this massive celebration of keroncong music will feature Singapore's very own Orkestra Melayu Singapura alongside artists such as Emilia Contessa, Dato Yusni Hamid, Eddy Ali, and more. Concert-goers will be treated to performances of classic tunes as well as contemporary pop songs with a keroncong twist.
Hijack Hayley, Shirly Temple, Han-Sa feat Qhum, and Blush Hotel - The Cellar Sessions
When: 27 May, 6 PM
Where: Honcho
Tickets: $45, available here
Featuring Hijack Hayley, Shirly Temple, Han-Sa feat Qhum, and Blush Hotel, The Cellar Sessions will shine a spotlight on Singapore's musical heritage. Expect to be dazzled by performances of jazz, folk, soul, and funk tunes.
Jazz It Up! A Jazzy Celebration of Chinese Songs 2023
When: 27 May and 28 May, 7:30 PM
Where: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre Far East Organization Auditorium, Level 9
Tickets: $48-$68, available here
An event that falls under the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre's Cultural Extravaganza 2023, Jazz It Up! A Jazzy Celebration of Chinese Songs 2023 will feature jazz-infused spins on Chinese tunes from the Jazz Association Singapore Orchestra (JASSO) as well as appearances by esteemed producer and songwriter Lee Wei Siong, singer-songwriter Marcus Lee, and Taiwanese vocalist Judy Ongg. Also set to appear at the event are JASSO's Senior Associate Music Director Weixiang Tan and local jazz stalwart Jeremy Monteiro.
Cactus Cactus - 'Life Is Short' EP Launch
When: 28 May
Where: Phil's Studio
Tickets: $20-$35, available here
To celebrate the release of their latest EP Life is Short, homegrown rock outfit Cactus Cactus will be making a stop at Phil's Studio as part of their ongoing INVASIVE SPECIES tour — a joint project with Malaysian band Capt'n Trips & The Kid. The Singapore leg of the tour will also feature an appearance by Kuala Lumpur-based band Kyoto Protocol.
Mikkel Myer Lee - Mikkel Stars Chopin
When: 6 June, 7:30 PM
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall
Tickets: $28-$180, available here
This June, witness 10-year-old Mikkel Myer Lee become the youngest pianist in history to present renditions of Chopin's 'Piano Concerto No.1' and 'Piano Concerto No.2' during a public concert. Titled Mikkel Stars Chopin, Lee's upcoming show, which will take place at the Esplanade Concert Hall, will also feature musicians from the Asian Symphony Orchestra.
SPECTACLE! 2023: The Best of S-pop & P-Pop
When: 11 June, 2 PM
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio
Tickets: $35, available here
As its name suggests, this event will bring together some of the most exciting names from the worlds of S-pop and P-pop. Set to represent Singapore are singer-songwriter and dancer Estelle Fly, who is known for tunes such as 'Just Friends' and 'Love Like This', and the multitalented Alfred Sun, who competed on China's reality survival show We Are Young in 2020.
Bellied Star, Mrtns, Late Culture, Line Drive, and Fader - Pink Cloud Summer
When: 17 June, 5 PM
Where: More information is available here
Tickets: $25, available here
If you are looking for something that will lift your spirits, Pink Cloud Summer might be just the gig for you. Set to feature "fun" and "healing" performances from Bellied Star, Mrtns, Late Culture, Line Drive, and Fader, the event is themed after the fleeting joy that an individual might experience during their recovery process.
KYYRA, feelslikeyou, 8forty5, freshpoutine, and Nosedive - Turn It Up! Vol. 2
When: 17 June, 6:15 PM
Where: Phil's Studio
Tickets: $20, available here
Hosted by Rabak Records, Turn It Up! Vol. 2 is a concert that you would want to check out if you're someone who's always on the lookout for new local artists to add to your playlist. The event will feature acts from the shoegaze, rock, and indie genres, including KYYRA, feelslikeyou, 8forty5, freshpoutine, and Nosedive.
Woes - Fundraise Pls
When: 2 July, 6:20 PM
Where: 42 Waterloo Street
Tickets: $25, available here
Supported by Dirty Window, Woes' concert will also feature two guest acts from the local music scene — psychedelic band Saints Amongst Sinners and alternative rock outfit Krunkle. Proceeds from ticket sales will go towards funding the band's forthcoming album.
Lauren Ong - hillcrest (the homecoming)
When: 14 July, 7:30 PM
Where: 72-13 Mohamed Sultan Rd
Tickets: $18-$22, available here
Supported by a live band, Lauren Ong will celebrate the launch of her very first album, hillcrest, through performances of original tunes such as 'lake buena vista', 'dandelion wine', and more. Ong will also be performing with an electric harp during the show.
Pathetic Ordinary, Cheap Vacation, Midway, and more - Save Our Skins
When: 15 July, 5:45 PM
Where: Tonehouse
Tickets: $20, available here
Presented by Northern Dropout, Save Our Skins will bring together rising acts Seryl Marissa & Frenz, Bear The Remedy, Pathetic Ordinary, Midway, and Cheap Vacation for an evening of unforgettable performances.
hongjoin - I'm So Far From You
When: 22 July, 7 PM
Where: Gateway Blackbox
Tickets: $32.52, available here
Fans of hongjoin can expect to be treated to live renditions of tunes from not only his genre-bending latest EP F(OOL) but also his 2022 album Petrichor.
Chloe Chua - Elegant and Heroic
When: 27 July and 28 July, 7:30 PM
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall
Tickets: $15-$88, available here
Helmed by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra's (SSO) Music Director Hans Graf, this not-to-be-missed concert will see 16-year-old violinist and SSO Artist-In-Residence Chloe Chua present Mozart's 'Sinfonia Concertante' alongside China's He Ziyu.
Andi Aziz, ryfkiherdi, Kelvin Tan, and more - The Stripped Down Show
When: 29 July, 7 PM
Where: Crane (148 Arab Street)
Tickets: $15, available here
Feeling tired after a long day or week? Why not wind down by catching stripped-down performances from goneMUNE, Andi Aziz, ryfkiherdi, Kelvin Tan, CAPO3, and Bowden at Hot Sauce & Potatoes' The Stripped Down Show?
Jazz Association (Singapore) - Kaleidoscope: An Asian Jazz Odyssey (The Reprise)
When: 30 July, 8 PM
Where: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre Auditorium, Level 9
Tickets: $38 and $58, available here
Together with award-winning Chinese percussion ensemble Drum Feng, Bhaskar's Arts Academy's dancers, soprano Khor Ai Ming, jazz vocalist Rudy Djoe, and musicians such as Indra Chen, Likie Low, Mohamed Noor, and Riduan Zalani, the Jazz Association Singapore Orchestra (JASSO) Ethno-Jazz Ensemble will delight music lovers as they present works that celebrate Asia.
Sezairi, lullaboy, 53A, and more - Sands for Singapore Charity Festival
When: 4 August, 5 PM to 10 PM, and 5 and 6 August, 2 PM to 10 PM
Where: Marina Bay Sands, Event Plaza
Tickets: Free, more information is vailable here
Organised by Marina Bay Sands for a good cause, this upcoming charity festival will feature performances from Sezairi, lullaboy, Glenn Yong, Iman Fandi, and local bands 53A, NationOne, and SuperSonic. Music-lovers will be able to enjoy the event for free.
Kit Chan, Suthasini, The Freshman, and more - Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert
When: 5 August, 4:30 PM
Where: The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay
Tickets: Free, more information is available here
Presented by Mediacorp and Gardens by the Bay, the National Day Concert will gather local artists Kit Chan, Suthasini, The Freshman, Joanna Dong, and Mavis Hee along with Fauzie Laily, Vernetta Lopez, and Ayden Sng to celebrate Singapore's birthday through music.
The Pinholes, Aisyah Aziz, ABANGSAPAU, and more - Rise of the New Mongrels
When: 5 August
Where: L5 @ GR.iD
Tickets: $40-$55, available here
Titled Rise of the New Mongrels, this epic event will feature a star-studded lineup of familiar and rising names from Singapore, such as The Pinholes, Aisyah Aziz, ABANGSAPAU, Curb, Saints Amongst Sinners, Alicia DC, Rhyu, and Mary Sue.
Dominic Chin - IYKYK
When: 12 August, 6:45 PM, 8:15 PM, and 9:45 PM
Where: DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade
Tickets: Free
Singer-songwriter Dominic Chin will bring out tunes from his album, License to Cry, recently released tracks, as well as his own spins on selected NDP songs at this free concert at the DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade.
Danesh Leonadi, mon(dae), Regina Song, Leeray, and more - B-4 Vol. 4
When: 13 August, 1 PM to 3 PM and 4 PM to 6 PM
Where: EXP (340a Joo Chiat Road Singapore, 427592)
Tickets: From $15, available here
From Big Duck comes B-4 Vol. 4, an event loaded with eight "intimate" sets from vocalists Danesh Leonadi and Leeray, punk-rock acts Regina Song and Late Culture, math rock outfit mon(dae), jazz pop band Namie and the Waves, producer Kenzo, and live debutants SCUMBOYS.
Temasek Foundation SSO National Day Concert 2023
When: 13 August, 4 PM
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall
Tickets: From $15, available here
Celebrate the nation's birthday with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra at the sixth edition of Temasek Foundation's SSO National Day Concert. This year, guests can expect to hear new compositions from sunny Singapore along with new spins on existing works.
Fangirl with Regina Song
When: 15 August, 6:45 PM and 7:45 PM
Where: Esplanade Concourse
Tickets: Free
Don't miss this concert from Regina Song if you would like to get a sneak peek at her forthcoming album, fangirl. Part of the PARKA family, the pop singer-songwriter is best known for her viral track 'high school boy'.
A Date with Tradition
When: 25 and 26 August, 5 PM to 11 PM
Where: Stamford Arts Centre
Tickets: Free, more information is available here
Arts House Limited's A Date with Tradition will be returning for a new edition this year! This August, head on over to the Stamford Arts Centre to immerse yourself in traditional arts performances from local organisations and groups such as Ding Yi Music Company and P7:1SMA, Sri Warisan Som Said Performing Arts Ltd, and Shantha Ratii Initiative.
T'ang Quartet - Chamber of Heroes
When: 29 August, 7:30 PM
Where: Victoria Concert Hall
Tickets: $20-$40, available here
Kicking off its 2023/2024 season, the T'ang Quartet will present works from three music legends — Joseph Hadyn, Caroline Shaw, and Ludwig van Beethoven — at this concert.
shazza - chapter one
When: 2 September, 7:30 PM
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio
Tickets: $28, available here
Part of Esplanade's Mosaic Music Series, chapter one, the first solo show from shazza, will come after the launch of the 'Pity Party' singer's debut EP.
Kit Chan - Little Things — Kit Chan 30th Anniversary
When: 8, 9, 10 September, 8 PM
Where: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Tickets: $88-$248, available here
Local music icon Kit Chan will be staging a three-night concert at Marina Bay Sands' Sands Theatre this September to celebrate the 30th anniversary of her music career. Get ready to sing along to beloved tunes from her catalogue and be one of the first to witness Chan perform her 30th-anniversary track.
TENG Ensemble - Once Upon A Full Moon
When: 29 and 30 September and 1 October, 7:30 PM
Where: Amphitheatre, VivoCity
Tickets: From $4, available here
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with the TENG Ensemble over three days this September and October. Also set to feature jazz vocalist Miss Lou, deaf arts and music practitioner Lily Goh, and more, this year's edition of Once Upon a Full Moon will treat guests to covers of tunes from The Greatest Showman and beloved Studio Ghibli films.
motifs, xena giam, Reserate, Aggressive Raisin Cat, and Hijack Hayley - The Baybuddies Show
When: 30 September, 6:30 PM
Where: Wire Entertainment, WE! Live House
Tickets: From $25, available here
The Baybuddies Show will reunite shoegaze and dream pop band motifs, singer-songwriter xena giam, progressive metalcore outfits Reserate and Aggressive Raisin Cat, and indie-rock quartet Hijack Hayley, the finalists of Baybeats' 2022 Budding Bands programme.
Subsonic Eye - All Around You
When: 30 September, 7:30 PM
Where: Esplanade Annexe Studio
Tickets: From $25.50, available here
Indie rock quintet Subsonic Eye will perform new releases from their fourth studio album, All Around You, when they return to the Esplanade this September.
Nathan Hartono – In The Clouds Live!
When: 5 October, 8 PM
Where: Capitol Theatre
Tickets: From $48, available here
Named after the focus track from Nathan Hartono's upcoming full-length album The Great Regression, the concert will see the 32-year-old serenade fans with both familiar and new material and show his maturity as he ruminates on topics such as fame, love, and happiness.
Art Fazil - Songs of A Rebellious Teen – Art Fazil's 30th Anniversary Album Celebration
When: 6 October, 8 PM
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio
Tickets: From $35, available here
Organised to commemorate the 30th anniversary of his self-titled album, this concert from Art Fazil will be a trip down memory lane for fans and a celebration of the veteran musician's artistry.
Sweet Charity – Ribut The Concert: Five Decades of Sweet Charity
When: 14 October, 8 PM
Where: The Star Theatre
Tickets: From $48, available here
Comprising vocalist Datuk Ramli Sarip, lead guitarist Rosli Mohalim, drummer Rahman Sarbani, and organist Ahmad Jaafar, Sweet Charity will be putting new spins on memorable tunes, such as 'Kamelia', 'Teratai', and 'Sejuta Wajah', that will showcase how they have evolved.
AXEAN Festival 2023
When: 28 and 29 October, 3 PM to 10:30 PM
Where: Goodman Arts Centre
Tickets: Free, more information is available here
Shye, inch, ABANGSAPAU, motifs, and Jean Seizure will form the Singapore contingent at the AXEAN Festival this year. Formerly known as the ASEAN Music Showcase Festival, the intraregional event will also feature acts from the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, and more.
A Haunted Halloween Hymn by Singapore Symphony Orchestra
When: 28 October (7:30 PM) and 29 October (4 PM)
Where: Victoria Concert Hall
Tickets: $10, more information is available here
The show will see the return of organist Loraine Muthiah, together with the Singapore Symphony Chorus and choral director Eudenice Palaruan as they perform renditions of musical pieces by Dan Forrest, Bach, Duruflé, and more. More details here.
Musical Frontiers by Ding Yi Music Company and ensemble PHASE
When: 1 November, 7:30 PM
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio
Tickets: $28, available here
Homegrown Ding Yi Music Company and South Korea’s ensemble PHASE join forces for the fourth edition of Musical Frontiers. Set to bring a tapestry of Chinese and Korean soundscapes, the concert bridges the diverse genres of music to create a harmonious fusion. More information here.
KEAT - from me, to me, by me
When: 4 November, 6:30 PM
Where: Gr.id (Level 5)
Tickets: $25, available here
The event will see homegrown singer-songwriter KEAT launch his sophomore album, from me, to me, by me. Get ready for a night of lively tunes that will bring you to tears and inspire you to appreciate the relationship you have with yourself.
Quintessential: Timeless
When: 4 November, 8:00 PM
Where: The Republic Cultural Centre, Theatre
Tickets: Free via registration
Republic Polytechnic’s Jammerz Arena, Tell Lie Vision, and Faraday present Quintessential: Timeless, a showcase of songs from the past and present. Join them in a musical journey as they revisit the melodies from various eras.
Fred Perry Night Tales: Haw Par Villa
When: 9 November, 5:30 PM
Where: Haw Par Villa
Tickets: $10, available here
Hosted by British fashion label Fred Perry, join local emo-rock trio CURB, indie-rock outfit Club Mild (formerly M1LDL1FE), dance funk act Disco Hue, and beatsmith Kiat as they take over the night at the Fred Perry Night Tales: Haw Par Villa! More information here.
Blush – Supercrush
When: 11 November, 7:30 PM
Where: Esplanade Annexe Studio
Tickets: From $28, available here
Part of the Esplanade's Mosaic Music Series, the event will celebrate the launch of Supercrush, the highly anticipated debut album of local alt-rock band Blush.
FORCES MAGNETIC PULL
When: 12 November, 7:00 PM
Where: Nothing Fancy (Back Alley Entrance)
Tickets: From $20, available here
The event commemorates the hip-hop release of CACOPHONOUS DIGRESSIONS, A RECORD MOMENT IN TIME by homegrown underground rapper Mary Sue and United Kingdom’s beat wizard Psychedelic Ensemble.
TRIFECTA Music Festival
When: 18 and 19 November, 12 PM
Where: 10A Exeter Road, Singapore 239958
Tickets: From $98, available here
Music and board sports will unite at the TRIFECTA Music Festival this November. Featuring local acts Forests, Club Mild, Cashew Chemists, RRILEY, Subsonic Eye, Shye, Akeem Jahat, and more, the event is set to take place across several stages and zones. More information here.
Voices of Singapore Choral Society – Capitol Kempinski Singing Tree
When: 1 to 17 November, from 6:30 PM, full schedule here
Where: Capitol Singapore's Outdoor Plaza, the Capitol Kempinski Singing Tree
Tickets: Free
From 1 December 2023, Voices Of Singapore (VOS) Choral Society will be performing 30-minute sets at Singapore’s first-of-its-kind Capitol Kempinski Singing Tree across multiple weekends in December. VOS is ready to spark the annual tradition once again as they perform timeless favourites such as ‘Jingle Bell Rock’, ‘O Holy Night’, ‘Because It’s Christmas’, and more.
Sentosa Music Fest 2023
When: 10 November 2023 to 3 January 2024, various times
Where: Various venues
Tickets: More details here
If you’re a jazz connoisseur or EDM devotee, you may want to mark your calendar for the Sentosa Music Fest 2023. For the first time ever, Sentosa will be filled with an aural celebration of beach-front events and intimate gigs across two months. The sunny island resort will be home to five music events including the DJ Spin Off, ZoukOut 2023, and more. More details here.
PARKA’s Treehouse
When: 23 November 2023, 5:30 PM
Where: *SCAPE Ground Theatre
Tickets: From $25, more details here
Singapore’s newest hybrid music company, PARKA is all set and ready to stage its first-ever label showcase this November! Join the likes of PARKA artists ANNÉ, Jeyes, d0my, Regina Song, ICEBOX, and Elaine, at PARKA’s Treehouse. Also set to perform are Adriel, Amari Teague, Axel Brizzy, shazza, Tiara Maimun, and Malaysia’s SIREN. More details here.
Budak Pantai – What Doesn’t Kill You (Hasn’t Killed You Yet)
When: 25 November 2023, 7:30 PM
Where: School of the Arts (SOTA) Concert Hall
Tickets: From $55, more details here
"Let's all be silly together and recharge! It's like playing with Playdoh again; we can be anything we want if we allow our minds to be worry-free," said homegrown vocal outfit Budak Pantai in a press release. Back for another concert this month, the quintet will be bringing a fusion of music and comedy in their performance, along with mash-ups of songs by Billy Joel, Bruno Mars, Mariah Carey, and The Stylistics. More details here.
FEEDBACK’D VOL.1
When: 26 November 2023, 7:30 PM
Where: Phil Studio
Tickets: From $22.50, more details here
Homegrown collective, The Sensuals, returns with a fresh gig series with an electrifying line-up of acts set to redefine rock music. Comprising of The Storms Upon Us, September Rains Again, FXTRT, Taledrops, inch, and The Sound Of Alvin, this event will knock your socks off with a plethora of soundtrips — from math pop rock to punk and alternative rock.
RE:surgence Vol.1
When: 9 December, 7 PM
Where: Aliwal Arts Centre
Tickets: From $25, more details here
Local talent agency dreamALIVE will be presenting a live concert for the first time! RE:surgence Vol. 1 will feature a slew of homegrown guest acts, including lewloh, 555 Beatbox, WeeJam, The Bandquet Rejects, and dreamALIVE budding artists such as AKUMA, Ezekiel Tok, and I.H, to reignite the local music scene after a lull.
End of the Line
When: 10 December, 7 PM
Where: Tonehouse Studios, Parklane Shopping Mall
Tickets: From $18, more details here
Hosted by Heat Source Productions for the first time, End of the Line will feature homegrown acts Second Chance, Fourdaze, Wiskunde, Pines, and Nosedive.
Ding Yi Music Company’s ECOncert
When: 15 December 2023, 7:30 PM
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio
Tickets: $28, more information here
If you’re craving a relaxing night, Ding Yi Music Company’s ECOncert might be perfect for you. The local ensemble is ready to reconnect with nature this December with performances of traditional Chinese chamber music pieces. Be one with nature as you immerse yourself in new pieces by guqin artist Zhong Zhi Yue, a showcase of traditional Chinese musical instruments, and more. More details here.
