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The Observatory opens Singapore Art Museum's new space in Tanjong Pagar Distripark with REFUSE

The Observatory opens Singapore Art Museum's new space in Tanjong Pagar Distripark with REFUSE

Singapore Art Museum (SAM) is set to open a brand new space at Tanjong Pagar Distripark on the 14th of January. The opening programme includes an exhibition by Singaporean avant-rock, experimental band The Observatory, titled 'REFUSE'.

 
 
 
 
 
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REFUSE will showcase an inter-media exhibition surrounding music, mushrooms, and decomposition. It takes from the band’s inspirations, both past and present. They explore ideas and interpretations regarding the idea of decomposition and composition of fungi and mycelial networks, and how it may translate into that of a musical perspective.

 
 
 
 
 
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The exhibition will be made up of a time-based installation, and takes influence from the band’s ever-developing methodologies, alongside the spaces in which the band exists in Singapore’s music and art scene.

Artists Chu Hao Pei, Salty Xi Jie Ng,  Johann Yamin will also be presenting an exhibition titled 'Present Realms'.

 
 
 
 
 
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REFUSE is set to run from the 14th of January until the 17th of April, for more information, visit SAM’s website here