Top 10 Things to do This Week (May 14-20)
For the full listing in May, check out KMC’s The Monthlies.
Asia Fashion Exchange After-Parties
Various locations l Check with venue
May 14-20, multiple timings
The week-long event will feature some of the top and emerging fashion designers and labels from Asia and across the globe. From the Blueprint trade show to a business conference at the Asia Fashion Summit, and Audi Fashion Festival design showcase to its design competition called the Star Creation, the AFX is regarded as the most-anticipated fashion event in South East Asia. And what’s a fashion fest without some party feasting? Check out the list of official after-parties happening throughout the week.
Belvedere Vodka Audi Fashion Festival After-Party feat. The Misshapes and Michaelangelo L’Acqua (W Hotels Global Director)
Secret Venue l By invites only
May 16, 11pm
Tonight We W.E.D
Blueprint Welcome Party feat. Timo Weiland
Loof l Free
May 17, 11pm
Audi Fashion Festival 2012 After-Party feat. Patrick Oliver
Pangaea l $40
May 17, 11pm
Blueprint Trade Wrap Party feat. Joseph Quartana
The Butter Factory l $23-28 includes two drinks
May 18, 10pm
Zouk presents Heartsrevolution
The Official AFX After-Party with E! Entertainment
Velvet Underground, Zouk l $25/32 includes two drinks
May 19, 9pm
This week also features: James Zabiela, George Fitzgerald, The Axis of Awesome, Marcin Czubala, Soumik Datta & Bernhard Schimpelsberger, Mara Carlyle, Unjin, Vanessa Fernandez, Don Richmond, T’ang Quartet, Rani Singam, Eddie Niguel, Brian O’Reilly, OrkeStar Trio, Hafez Masterpiece, Jah, Mera Jin and Catsoncrack.
Top 10 Things to do This Week (May 7-13)
For the full listing in May, check out KMC’s The Monthlies.
[PICK OF THE WEEK] Morrissey
Fort Gate, Fort Canning Park l $88, $98-250 from Sistic
May 8, 8pm
The Zeus of outcasts has been instrumental in defining the indie genre with his artist-first approach towards his craft. Morrissey’s wit, unwavering opinions and thought-provoking lyrics has helped him achieve cult status. His debut in Singapore is one of the most-anticipated events of early 2012; if not, the entire year.
This week also features: Sasha, Alex M.O.R.P.H, Oliver Twizt, Sied van Riel, Kelis, Kurt, The LFK, Zushan, Master Race, Jerls, Reiki, Saigon Kat and Sporkey, MC Dandee and DJ ONO and Zeum.
Top 10 Things to do This Week (May 1-6)
Dream Theater “A Dramatic Tour of Events in Singapore”
Kallang Theatre l $98-268 from Sistic
May 2, 7.30pm
Guitarist John Petrucci and bassist John Ro Myung can play a phonebook and make an origami out of it. Fronted by Kevin James LaBrie, the progressive metal band is considered the most technical musicians that have ever shredded planet Earth –a label they have carried with them since their magnum opus, Images and Words catapulted them to their greatest ever mainstream success.
This week features: Dream Theater, Tiny Ruins, Jamie Jones, Arty, Morgan Page, Jayesslee, David Choi, Tiffany Alvord, Jason Chen, Joseph Vincent, Ana Free, Clo, Nic Fanciulli, Paul Darey and Vertical Horizon.
Top 10 Things to do This Week (Apr 23-29)
Ed Kowalczyk (of LIVE) - I Alone
TAB l $68 from ApeSnap
Apr 25, 8pm
The noise surrounding frontman Ed Kowalczyk’s exit from highly respected rock band Live still looms with viciousness till today. It has been 4 years since, but the weight of summons, off-stage bickering and contractual disputes are inevitably brought up whenever Kowalczyk dons his solo artist suit. But that didn’t stop the singer-songwriter, known for his Christian roots and unique vocal prowess, to release his debut album Alive in 2010 receiving mixed reviews.
This week features: Ed Kowalczyk, Star Slinger, Groove Armada, Paul Valstein, Mount Kimbie, My Disco, Avenged Sevenfold, Jerls, Poptart, Cheating Sons, I Am David Sparkle, A Town In Fear, UNVISUAL, Black Diamond Folds, Vermillion and Bear Culture.
Top 10 Things to do This Week (Apr 16-22)
For the full listing in April, check out KMC’s The Monthlies.
Zirca & Chivas Regal Presents Grandmaster Flash
Zirca l $16-30 includes two drinks
Apr 20, 9.30pm
The legendary turntablist, born Joseph Saddler, has ingrained most of his founding techniques on today’s DJs. From the backspin to perfecting the scratching, the master’s style is a performance in its own. Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2007 and also the Grammys’ Hall of Fame for Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five single “The Message” this year, the master still garners respect till today.
Top 10 Things to do This Week (Apr 9-15)
For the full listing in April, check out KMC’s The Monthlies.
Pioneer Digital DJ Battle Supported by Marcus
Zirca l $16/22 includes two drinks; free entry for men before 9.30pm and ladies all-night
Apr 11, 7pm
Bedroom jocks step out from their comfort zone and go head to head to represent Singapore in the Asia finals. Zirca resident DJ Marcus, who won the competition in 2009, headlines the evening.
Top 10 Things to do This Week (Apr 2-8)
For the full listing in April, check out KMC’s The Monthlies.
The Cranberries
Singapore Indoor Stadium l $38-198 from Sistic
Apr 2, 8pm
If the Irish rock band’s sold-out concert in Singapore late last year was anything to go by, the quartet will probably get the same reception this time around. Although last year’s technical glitches lingers in some of the attendees’ memory, Dolores and band will be hell bent on putting on a similar powerful performance. With their sixth studio album Roses released earlier this year, expect new materials on top of classics like “Zombie”, “Free to Decide” and “Salvation”.
Top 10 Things to do This Week (Mar 26-Apr 1)
Lullabies for the Wicked
Blu Jaz l Free
Mar 30, 10pm
The percussion group Singapore and the world have grew to love will be turning bohostyled joint Blu Jaz into a hedonistic-esque carnival of rhythm and beats. Debuting their new song “Lullaby” –to be released on their forthcoming album Beginning The End– the wicked platoon of percussionist will be out if full force.
Top 10 Things to do This Week (Mar 19-25)
For March full listing, check out KMC’s The Monthlies.
[PICK OF THE WEEK] Jessie J ‘Who You Are’ Tour
Singapore Indoor Stadium l $85-175 from Sistic
Mar 20, 8pm
Bursting into the industry with top 10 singles “Do It Like A Dude” and “Domino” taken from her 2011 debut album Who You Are, the Londoner has since inspired the setup of two camps of critics. Her soulful voice riding on the back of pop and hip hop sensibilities has had her compared to everyone from Cindi Lauper to Katy Perry –both whom she had toured with. But aside from her mainstream viability and appeal, there are some who are also critical of her talent, believing that she’ll reach her fullest potential only if she stops trying to be like everyone else –namely her idols Rihanna, Pink and Katy Perry.
Top 10 Things to do This Week (Mar 12-18)
For March full listing, check out KMC’s The Monthlies.
Mosaic Music Festival
Esplanade l Check ticket price with website
Ongoing-Mar 18, multiple timeslots
In its 8th year, the Mosaic Music Festival returns with over 50 home-grown, regional and international acts. Featuring elbow, Blind Pilot, toe, John Butler Trio, Raw Earth, Aya Sekine, Ling Kai and more, the 10 days’ worth of jazz, folk, rock, electronic and world music has something for everyone. With ticketed and free performances, hit up the festival’s website for the full line-up and performance details.
