When it comes to music, music videos are important supplements to what we can hear as they stimulate our visual senses in a way that sound cannot.
From creative homemade projects to cinematic works that beg to be seen on a big screen, all forms of music videos are released by Singapore's talented musicians seeking to extend the stories told in their songs every month. In this monthly series, we will be rounding up the latest releases from our sunny island that might fly under the radar.
Check out Hear65's guide to local music videos for August and contact us at hello@hear65.com to submit your music videos!
Caracal - 'Deserters'
Released: 8 August 2024
Singapore-based post-hardcore band Caracal has released their intense new single, 'Deserters', as a preview of their upcoming album, Effigies. The song was inspired by the harrowing images of the US military's withdrawal from Afghanistan, which left a lasting impact on the band during the pandemic lockdowns. The music video continues the narrative from their previous single 'Dive', exploring the desensitization to conflict in today's media landscape.
Subsonic Eye - 'Not Linear'
Released: 28 August 2024
Subsonic Eye are back with 'Not Linear'! The track is one half of a split 7", aptly titled Balancing Act, that the Singaporean band will be releasing with Indonesian quartet Bedchamber on 28 October. The song comes with a propulsive music video, directed by 510haven and Sam Venditti, that follows a remote-controlled car going on frenzied joyride around Singapore.
奇市樂團 Quis - 'We Will Be Alright!!'
Released: 1 August 2024
Singaporean independent Mandarin pop-rock band Quis (奇市乐团) is set to release their new single, 'We Will Be Alright!!'. This track, the fourth single from their upcoming full-length album due at the end of 2024, is inspired by the resilience gamers show in overcoming challenges, mirroring the determination needed to overcome life's obstacles.
Mila Bea - 'Part Of Me'
Released: 17 August 2024
At only 15, Mila Bea has released another track titled 'Part Of Me', 3 weeks after her first single. The music video is filmed and edited by Dusk Low, and the actors featured are all fans who responded to her casting call on TikTok. 'Part Of Me' which is the title track from her debut album which will be released fully on 30 August.
iiara - '23' (feat.Zaymm)
Released: 15 August 2024
iiara bids farewell to her former singer-songwriter persona with the new release of her song '23', with a feature from another local rapper Zaymm. Thier lyrical prowess paired with laid back visuals brings an immaculate vibe to the entirety of the music video whilst also adding that gen-z humour.
ABANGSAPAU, Mary Sue, AE$OP CA$H & Others - 'TEAM TOMODACHI - TEMASEK REMIX'
Released: 1 August 2024
A dynamic amalgamation of local rappers unite to put their unique spin on Yuki Chiba's hit song, 'Team Tomodachi', offering a glimpse into the vibrant talent that Temasek has to offer. Featuring artists like ABANGSAPAU, Mary Sue, AE$OP CA$H, San The Wordsmith, ahmadjohnson69, and more, proving to critics that Singapore’s rap community is not only alive but thriving.
