Newsletter: Usher in Chinese New Year with the Taste of Asia

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This Chinese New Year, home cooks and chefs across Metro Manila can celebrate prosperity, togetherness, and new beginnings through food with Golden Chef, an Asian sauces and condiments brand from Singapore.

Newsletter: ZUTOMAYO INTENSE II Asia Tour: Singapore Debut Tickets Now Available

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Japanese genre-bending collective ZUTOMAYO (Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni) is set to make their long-awaited Singapore debut on 17 April 2026 at The Star Theatre, with general sale officially underway. The performance is a confirmed stop on the expanded ZUTOMAYO INTENSE II「坐・ZOMBIE CRAB LABO」Asia Tour, reflecting the band’s continued rise and widening influence across the region.

Newsletter: From Singapore to Manila: Bistro Rising 2025 celebrates Filipino indie music across borders

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Bistro Rising 2025 returns to Manila with a renewed sense of purpose, bringing together some of the most promising Filipino indie artists from Singapore and the Philippines in a cross-cultural music showcase. The highly anticipated event will take place at 70’s Bistro in Quezon City on December 29, 2025.

Newsletter: ZUTOMAYO Announces Premium Member Presale Ballot Registration for Singapore Debut Show on 17 April 2026

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Japanese music sensation ZUTOMAYO (Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni) has officially announced Premium Member Presale Ballot Registration for their highly anticipated Singapore debut, happening 17 April 2026 at The Star Theatre. The Singapore show as part of their expanded ZUTOMAYO INTENSE II「坐・ZOMBIE CRAB LABO」Asia Tour, marks a major milestone for the enigmatic band, following their expanding international reach and dedicated fanbase across Asia. 

Newsletter: EGOISM To Perform at Music Matters Live 2025 in Singapore

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Following the success of their Top 10 ARIA Australian Album “And Go Nowhere”, Sydney’s rising dream pop emo trio EGOISM have just been announced as part of this year’s Music Matters Live 2025 Singapore lineup. 

Newsletter: SB19 launches global fan contest for Singapore leg of Simula at Wakas World Tour

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SB19 and Sony Music Entertainment Asia are giving fans worldwide the chance of a lifetime to join the “Paglayag” global giveaway campaign for the Simula at Wakas World Tour in Singapore.

Newsletter: Cool Dips, Private Stays, and Bold Flavours: What’s New at Fort Bazaar

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Located within footsteps of Galle Fort’s historic churches, galleries, and spice warehouses, Fort Bazaar is a stylish retreat in the heart of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Set within a restored 17th century merchant’s home that once housed spice and gem traders, the boutique hotel blends contemporary elegance with the spirit of old Ceylon.

Newsletter: SLOT MACHINE ANNOUNCES FESTIVAL DATES IN SINGAPORE AND SOUTH KOREA

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Thailand’s premier rock outfit Slot Machine is set to light up stages across Asia! On 5th July, they’ll bring their signature anthems and powerhouse performance to Singapore’s Skechers Sundown Festival, transforming the festival grounds into a rock-fueled celebration. Then, on 26th September, Slot Machine will take to the stage at the Busan International Rock Festival in South Korea, sharing billing with global rock heavyweights such as The Smashing Pumpkins and Babymetal to deliver a dynamic set that spans hard-hitting bangers and melodic ballads.

Newsletter: Blue Bottle Coffee Announces Opening of First Southeast Asian Outlet in LUMINE SINGAPORE

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Artist’s renderings of Blue Bottle Coffee’s first Southeast Asian outletat LUMINE Singapore in Raffles City Singapore

Blue Bottle Coffee is proud to announce the opening of its first café in Southeast Asia, located at LUMINE SINGAPORE in Raffles City Singapore, in early 2025, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion. From its beginnings as a small coffee cart in Oakland, California, to becoming one of the most recognised names in specialty coffee worldwide, this highly anticipated café represents the next chapter in Blue Bottle Coffee’s global journey.

Newsletter: Iconic dream pop band Sugar Hiccup to headline 4-city tour in the Philippines and Singapore next month

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Pioneering Filipino dream-pop outfit Sugar Hiccup will embark on a Philippine tour next month to commemorate more than 30 years as a band.

Newsletter: Science Majors Participate in Month-long Singapore-PH Leadership Exchange Program

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By Harvey Sapigao

Program participants at Mt. Pinatubo (Photo credit: Lillian Rodriguez).

Students of the UP Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) and the Republic Polytechnic in Singapore (RP) immersed themselves in the month-long Temasek Foundation International Specialists’ Community Action and Leadership Exchange (TFI SCALE) Programme, the first half taking place in Singapore on September 6 to 19, 2023, and the second half in the Philippines last March 31 to April 8, 2024.

Newsletter: Music Matters Live, Presented by TuneCore, is back at CQ @ Clarke Quay this May!

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The countdown has begun as the much-anticipated Music Matters Live 2024 gears up to bring the best new music from around the world to Singapore from May 8th to May 11th! Music Matters Live 2024 promises an exhilarating lineup of more than 50 emerging stars from across 16 countries - including Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, France, India, Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia, Canada, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam and the US. With most events being free for all, and some by invitation only, Music Matters Live 2024 is all set to captivate audiences across seven venues and four nights of music discovery. 

Newsletter: CreatorWeek 2024: Premier Gathering of Music, Creativity, and Innovation Announces Speaker Lineup and Programme

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As the highly anticipated CreatorWeek 2024 draws nearer, excitement continues to build for this annual event that celebrates the vibrant music and creator economy of the Asia Pacific region. Organised by Branded – the renowned producer committed to fostering connections between businesses, brands, creators, and fans – CreatorWeek promises to be an unparalleled convergence of talent, innovation, and inspiration. Additionally, this year's event will feature AI Matters, a groundbreaking conference track dedicated to exploring the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the music and creator industries. 

Newsletter: 88rising marked historical milestone presenting an ensemble performance of global Asian talent on the Padang stage at the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2023 featuring Jackson Wang, NIKI, Rich Brian, XG, BIBI and more

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88rising, the pioneering music and media company dedicated to amplifying Asian talent and culture, has made history with the momentous 88rising presents at the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2023 on September 15th. The two-hour performance marked the first time that a line-up of artistes from a musical collective performed on the Padang stage at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.  

Newsletter: Oh, Flamingo!, Ena Mori, The Itchyworms, and more to represent the Philippines in AXEAN Festival 2023

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Now rebranded as AXEAN Festival, Southeast Asia’s leading music showcase platform will take place in Singapore from October 28 to 29, 2023

Six (6) Filipino music acts will be performing at this year’s AXEAN Festival, Southeast Asia’s premier collaborative showcase festival happening in Singapore on October 28 to 29 at Goodman Arts Centre in Singapore!

Newsletter: Acronis launches SOC Amplify, a 100-hour training program designed to address the cybersecurity talent gap in Singapore

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Acronis, a global leader in cyber protection, is proud to announce the launch of SOC Amplify, a groundbreaking 100-hour training program aimed at addressing the critical shortage of professionals in the cybersecurity industry. Commencing on June 1, 2023, this comprehensive course is specifically designed to equip individuals without any background in cybersecurity to become skilled SOC (Security Operations Center) professionals. SOC Amplify will provide hands-on training in cybersecurity tools and techniques, along with a solid understanding of cybersecurity concepts and best practices.

Newsletter: Pan Pacific Orchard’s New Executive Appointments Bring Fresh Perspectives to Singapore’s Dining Scene

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From Left to Right: Pedro Samper, Executive Chef, Pan Pacific Orchard; Amelia Matheson, Director of Food &  Beverage, Pan Pacific Orchard; Marcel N.A. Holman, General Manager of Pan Pacific Orchard and Vice  President of Operations for China, Japan and Indonesia 

The Pan Pacific Hotels Group’s Singapore flagship property adds to its leadership team ahead of its soft opening on 1 June. Amelia Matheson, Director of Food & Beverage and Pedro Samper, Executive Chef came on board Pan Pacific  Orchard this month, armed with strong CVs in luxury hospitality and big ambitions to  create some of the city’s most inspired food and drink experiences. With a combined experience of over three decades, Matheson and Samper have developed a keen sense of global industry trends and are determined to win over Singapore’s discerning diners.  

Newsletter: CENTRAL BEACH BAZAAR OPENS ON 15 SEPTEMBER PIONEERING A DAY-TO-NIGHT CARNIVAL BEACH EXPERIENCE ON SENTOSA

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Discover bright colours and bold patterns of the Memphis-style at Central Beach Bazaar

Mount Faber Leisure Group (MFLG) opens Central Beach Bazaar, a unique day-to-night carnival beach experience of immersive new sights, scents and sounds at the heart of Sentosa’s beaches. Soft opened yesterday, visitors can enjoy nearly all of the attractions within the new entertainment and dining destination. 

Newsletter: ASEAN Music Showcase Festival 2022 goes full throttle with artist-centric activities & events at first in-person showcase since the pandemic

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ASEAN Music Showcase Festival takes its showcase and artist and business networking activities in-person in Singapore

ASEAN Music Showcase Festival (AMS) is not only taking its first in-person showcase in Singapore this weekend (September 10-11) but will also be hosting several artist-centric activities that aim to personalize their experience in industry outreach but also optimize opportunities to connect with AMS’ international delegates that boast a wide variety of expertise and backgrounds in the music industry around the world.

Newsletter: ASEAN Music Showcase Festival 2022 unveils all-star Asian multi-genre lineup

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A mix of established and emerging names from Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and India are taking the stage at ASEAN Music Showcase Festival’s first in-person showcase

ASEAN Music Showcase Festival (AMS) is marking its first in-person showcase since its founding in 2020 with an electrifying artist lineup, bringing together some of Asia’s most exciting music acts for its 2022 edition on September 10-11 (Saturday and Sunday) in Singapore.