Thursday, June 23, 2011

The Rapture



Put your boots on and rage against the system as The Rapture erupts on 24 July at Chapter 6 Studios (near Clarke Quay). Featuring bands such as The Killing Hordes, The Verge and Living In Gaps, this town isn't big enough to cage in the intensity this gig is about to unleash! Entry is free of charge and for information, contact Sean (Living In Gaps) at http://www.facebook.com/kalashnikovpbr

Line up:


TOO OPEN (Punk Rock) 3.00PM
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Too-Open/194779047199030

THE VERGE (Punk Rock) 3.30PM
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Verge/145663925469540

SHAWN IS DEAD (Metalcore) 4.00PM
http://www.facebook.com/ithinkshawnisdead

THE KILLING HORDES (Heavy Metal/Thrash Metal) 4.30PM
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Killing-Hordes/149327578445152

MASQUERADE (Rock n Roll) 5.00PM

ALONG THE SUBWAY (Acoustic) 5.30PM
http://www.facebook.com/pages/ALONG-THE-SUBWAY/102350263144104

THE LAST MINUTE (Metalcore) 6.00PM

LIVING IN GAPS (Post-Hardcore) 6.30PM
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Living-In-Gaps/165149893536789

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Singapore Death Fest 2011



The annual Singapore Death Fest has returned once more and it will be happening at the Fort Canning White Studio on July 9 with bands that will blow your ear wax off courtesy of pure teeth grinding metal! This chapter of an upcoming legacy features the likes of Truth Be Known (who will be performing overseas in September), Analdicktion (sluts of filthy grindcore), Wormrot (recently featured on Metal Hammer magazine) and many more stage warriors who will have no qualms in unleashing the brutality. The event starts at 3pm and you can get your tickets for $12 (presale)/ $18 (door). For updates in information on Singapore Death Fest, visit the event page at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=154909667898578 and get ready to deathonate the park!

Sunday, June 19, 2011

Deep Space Series: EML & Cosmic Armchair At The Substation Theatre



Its twice the atmosphere and double the fun on July 23 as the Electronic Music Lab (EML) and synthpop duo Cosmic Armchair will both be performing at The Substation Theatre under the Deep Space banner. Ambience takes control on Deep Space 1 as EML puts their panache on the usual with their wicked blend of music with electronic dance music shifts the gear on Deep Space 2 as Cosmic Armchair launches into orbit with their setlist of originals that will leave you rooted and engrossed in their smooth compositions. Tickets are available through EML (electronicmusiclab@gmail.com) or call The Substation at 63377800 and for more information, visit http://www.cosmicarmchair.com or http://www.eml.org.sg

Venue: The Substation Theatre
Time & Date: July 23, 1630-1930 hrs (Deep Space 1), 1930-2000 hrs (Deep Space 2)
Price: $18 for either show, $10 (Students with student card), special promotion for attending both shows at $24 and $12 for students

Submerged in Substation: Deep Space 1 & 2 (23 July 2011)

Sunday, June 5, 2011

I Am A Gummy Bear



Joining forces with GridMMS, Wicked Productions is proud to present the seemingly cuddly but physically engaging I Am A Gummy Bear gig that will be held at GridStudios on June 18 2011. Featuring the likes of A Town In Fear, Ruins And Remains and many others, do your bid to save this delicacy from being extinct and bring a bag or two to spread the sweetness with everyone

Time: 1630 hrs onwards
Date: June 18
Venue: GridStudios (*scape Lvl 4)
Tickets: $8

For updates and information on the event, visit http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=188696631182396

Hey! Ho! Let's Go! The Punk Rock Show Part Deux!



Missed out on the first Hey! Ho! Let's Go! series at Chapter 6 or simply need your dose of locally produced music that never fails to get your juices flowing? Well its back once again and its time, the line up involves the likes of The Killing Hordes, The Verge, Too Open and Mary Go Round and the organisers The Misfit Ramones! Holding court at OMC for just $7, give the mid term break anything but rest as the boys are back in town to kick bins and make some noise!

Date: June 11 2011
Time: 15:00 - 18:00
Venue: OMC, Building No. 47, Level 4, Jalan Pemimpin (near Marymount MRT Station)
Price: $7

For more details, visit the event page at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=224017160941747

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

World Goth Day 2011



The moment has come for us to converge together as a community and be united on World Goth Day 2011! Taking place at Hyde Bar this year (57B, Boat Quay), it will be the first time that the Singapore Dark Alternative Movement takes part in the annual global celebration and we would like you to join us on 21st May as we transform the floor into our domain and as the clock strikes 12, celebrate 22/5 with the rest of the world. Our DJs will also be at hand to unleash the fury with \VΛ (Dualtone), Cosmic Battlefield (Cosmic Armchair) and the aggrotech beast Murderfreak who will be headlining the event. So get your goth on and march your way towards Hyde on 21st May with exuberant spirits. Because its not skin deep, its in your bones

Venue: Hyde Bar (57B, Boat Quay)
Time: 9pm - 3am
Cover: $15 (inclusive of one free drink)
Directions: http://maps.google.com.sg/maps?hl=en&q=57b+boat+quay&gs_sm=c&gs_upl=2557l5441l0l5l4l0l0l0l0l350l1084l2-3.1&biw=1280&bih=620&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl

For more information, you can visit our event page (http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=169534956437372) or read up more about World Goth Day at this website (http://www.worldgothday.com/)

The Misfit Ramones To Perform At Identitie (13/05)



Together with Fall Of Mirra and Embrace Them Ghosts, the energetic punks The Misfit Ramones will be performing at the upcoming Identitie session held at Home Club on Friday 13th 8-11pm as they deliver their fusion of energy onstage with a mix of originals and covers consisting mainly of The Misfits and The Ramones. Tickets are at $12 and is inclusive of one free drink, visit the Identitie event page (https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=200160833354330) for updates and details on the event

Friday, May 6, 2011

Marching of the Days Election Remix

With a potential milestone taking place on Saturday, May 7 2011 in Singapore, the stupendous Cosmic Armchair have released a remix of the song Marching Of The Days in conjunction with the elections that are taking place. Remember Singaporeans, the choice that you make will make significant progress towards the future of the nation regardless of the party that you support. Music however, is an everlasting love and the folks from Cosmic Armchair definitely did a good job with what they love!

Marching Of The Days (Election Remix) - Cosmic Armchair

Monday, May 2, 2011

For Better Endings at Unicorns And Butterflies (Videos)

Singapore band For Better Endings recently did a show at Live Amp Studios for the Unicorns And Butterflies gig on Saturday and it was definitely an engaging set for both the band and the crowd who were lucky to stand toe to toe with the meteoric 5 piece. Comprising of Damian (Vocals) Keith (Guitar) Auji (Bass) Shaun (Drums) and Mark (Guitar), their songs are available on myspace.com/fbecore and for those who missed out on their set, here is the footage taken at the gig itself:











Grindhouse II



Missed out on the Grindhouse II extravaganza? The photoset and write up can be found here on the Metal Horde page: http://metal-horde.tumblr.com/post/5128537862/as-the-smell-of-blood-permeated-in-the-air-and

Resurrection II



Rudra, Nafrat and Zaganoth are just one of the many bands that were onstage at Resurrection II held in Home Club in conjunction with the Rudra album release. To view the photoset and read about what happened, visit the Metal Horde Singapore page: http://metal-horde.tumblr.com/post/5128058540/resurrection-ii-the-boat-quay-stretch-has-been

Rudra Video Shoot



Singapore vedic metal maharajas Rudra are currently working on a music video taken from their single off the new album with Arv Ind (Mosh Party) directing and you can read more about it and view the photoset at the Metal Horde Singapore page: http://metal-horde.tumblr.com/post/5127641102/local-vedic-metal-heroes-rudra-have-been-on-an

Monday, April 25, 2011

Unicorns And Butterflies (30th April Live Amp Studios)

Sunday, April 24, 2011

HEY! HO! LET'S GO! (May 7th, Fourtones Studio)



Time to get your punk gear on and create a revolution of your own as The Misfit Ramones, Blank Shot, The Verge and Random Arrival are set to shake the foundations! Taking place at Fourtones Studios (near Boat Quay) from 3:30, HEY! HO! LET'S GO! is a 3 hour intimate showcase where the audience and musicians are one of the same, singing along classic punk hits and even those created by the bands themselves. Dont be surprised if you are up onstage though, its part and parcel of the punk experience

Sunday, April 3, 2011

For Better Endings In Contention For The Chariot Opener



Talented Singaporean band For Better Endings are one of the contenders to open for The Chariot when they head to the island nation on May 9. You can show your support by going to the Bone Crusher page on facebook and click on the Like icon to cast your vote here: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=499150295970&set=a.476484700970.289012.115292410970&theater#!/video/video.php?v=205329952830335&comments. Deadline is on April 15 and look out for their upcoming gigs on the For Better Endings Facebook page

Saturday, March 19, 2011

Grindhouse II (23 April, Arthouse Chamber)


The grittiness is back once more and if you thought the original Grindhouse was gritty, Grindhouse will deliver it in buckets. Holding court at the Arthouse Chamber, the second installment of the Grindhouse series features Truth Be Known, Cardiac Necropsy, The Corruptor (all eyes on the latest creation!), Analdicktion, Assault, A Bitter Affection and the main creature feature being Truth Corroded who are here as part of their Touring The Bled tour. Tickets are at $12 and you can find out more about the event (updates, merchandise sales, etc) at the event page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/login/setashome.php?ref=genlogin#!/event.php?eid=179498158762440 and RSVP your gruesome attendance while at it.

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Thursday, March 17, 2011

Rock For Japan


Rock out and show your support at the same time as The Dirt Radicals, The Misfit Ramones, Moochie Mac & Superfriends plus other amazing bands put their heart and soul at the Rock For Japan gig which will be held at the Prince Of Wales pub from 4pm onwards. Cider bottles go for $6 and pints for $8 from 2-7pm and all sales from the gig (merch & drinks) will go towards the Red Cross to help out victims from the recent Japan earthquake. You can also make your donations at the merch booth and be sure to be there early for every person counts towards showing our unified support for those in need!

Sunday, March 13, 2011

Punk Rock Open Mic Evening With The Misfit Ramones


The quirky fun loving local punk rockers are giving you the karaoke cum Guitar Hero experience in the flesh and is this just another case of hype? Well, it definitely the real deal as The Misfit Ramones will be organising an open mic session on April 2 at Fourtones Studio where the audience will be the ones doing the singing! At only $5, prepared to be serenaded by songs from The Misfits, The Ramones and rather unusually, one coming from a bunch of erotic Scandinavians and to RSVP for the event, visit their facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/event.php?eid=190989724273318 to confirm your presence

Dualtone Performing At Mosaic 2011


Mosaic 2011 is shaping to be an interesting this year with a melting pot of international and local artistes being part of this annual event where both Lunarin and Aphex Twin stand shoulder to shoulder and administering their perception of the alternative. Also added to the mix this year are local band Dualtone and the duo of Iva Sadon and Effendi are tweaking the mood sensors at the Esplanade to deliver a soul enriching performance. Going from strength to strength and making appearances at Baybeats and Outbreed, being at Mosaic represents another feather in their cap. As a bonus, their show will have 2 sets on 18 March (8-8:40 and 9-9:30) so be there for both and be prepared to be blown away!

Sunday, March 6, 2011

Campaign for a V1K1 Return!



An aspiring local film maker, a group of determined students and a dream of a movie that went beyond abilities and boundaries. This is the story of the sci-fi short film V1K1 and Tzang Merwyn Tong who has been at the heart of the operation not just in the movie but also on other productions for several years and with the sneak screening of the premiere having taken place at The Substation last week, what is the next step for the film itself? An encore, naturally and this time, you have the power to show your support in making it happen once more. Simply log on to Facebook and go to http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=146649695398984&set=a.146643222066298.31870.146633188733968&theater#!/pages/V1K1-The-Screening-is-Over-No-Encore-Unless/146633188733968 to vindicate its resurrection while at the same time shower words of encouragement and suggestions. Believe in fairies, believe in the beautiful that is V1K1. Visit their website at www.v1k1.com to learn more about the film.

EML presents The New Rage: Asia Is The New Black



An idea that was first mentioned in late 2010 is finally here as the energetic folks from the Electronic Music Lab are back once more with their newest project titled The New Rage: Asia Is The New Black. Taking place at the NUS Centre Of The Arts UCC Function Room 2 on March 18 & 19 at 8pm, Asia Is The New Black zooms into the musical progression of the continent and showcases the influences of Asian music that has worked its way into many musical genres of today, something that was unheard of back in the past. Through the use of various media and the surprise element the folks in EML are capable of, Asia Is The New Black brings the best of both worlds together with the experience gained being one its own kind. Tickets are at $10 and you can find out more about the event at their website (http://www.eml.org.sg) or through the facebook event page (http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=132926063436897)

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Ruben Pang - Angels art exhibition


A clip of artist Ruben Pang at the opening of the Angels exhibition held at Chan Hampe Galleries. You can read his interview conducted by the Singapore Dark Alternative Movement here: http://www.sdam.sg/content/interview-ruben-pang

Age Of Sinfonia - Divine Vehemence


Singapore symphonic metal band Age Of Sinfonia performs at the Esplanade Waterfront as one of the acts for Noise Singapore 2011. The recently released EP Capriccio: An End And A Beginning is available in stores and you can visit the band at myspace.com/ageofsymphony

Singapura Uber Alles - X'Ho


The rebel with a cause is back with a new album and this time, X'Ho is ready to strike where it beats the most: The ears of the disenchanted locals who seek the winds of change. Singapura Uber Alles is locked and loaded with guest appearances from Alfian Sa'at, Zai Kuning and Dino Vomit plus tracks that will stir your emotions with unadulterated passion such as S*** More, Fascist Glo Stick, Voted Off The Island and many more weapons of vocal construction. Available at all record stores and you follow X'Ho on Twitter (@xhosux) and Myspace (myspace.com/xhosux)

Saturday, February 5, 2011

Age Of Sinfonia - Capriccio: An End & A Beginning



The much awaited EP from Singapore symphonic metal band Age Of Sinfonia is finally here and with Capriccio: An End & A Beginning slated to launch on Feb 11 2011, I had the opportunity to receive a sneak peek on what to expect from the talented sextet that has been constantly performing and gaining recognition from their peers throughout 2010

For starters, the line up is comprised of Savvia Lenore (vocals), Rasen John (guitars) Andy Swift (bass), Elfie Corleone (drums), Dr Jackyll Hyde (keyboards) and JC (violin) and have been performing together as a band for a couple of years with Capriccio being produced by the folks from Snakeweed Studios and also in the form of Martin Pullan and Rupert Coffey of Edensounds. In a metal community where thrash and extreme music becomes the focal point for most listeners in Singapore, how does a symphonic metal fit into the scheme of things? In a very well orchestrated manner, to say the least. The opening track Fair- Weather Love has been played on a regular basis on their gigs and the album treatment of this familiar ode does not disappoint the ears as none of the atmospheric vibe and lush sounds are being compromised. Cradle Of Filth fans might find the introduction of Fair- Weather Love slightly similar to Nymphatemine and a little surprise midway through the song as Rasen John unleashes a solo that is brief yet complementing the music arrangement of the song with a touch of vintage warmth to the proceedings. The enthrallment does not end there as Unfrozen unleashes a blast from the past reminiscent of classic symphonic metal bands and providing the bridge for the epic finale: Forevermore. Combining metal, classical music and sprinkled with the element of folk, this track is undoubtedly the ace of spades for Age Of Sinfonia and cementing their position as one of the bands to look out for in 2011. The beastly appearance on Forevermore provides an unique facet with Savvia Lenore drawing out the contrast with relative ease

To sum it up, Capriccio: An End & A Beginning banishes the long held stereotypical mentality of what music must be like and introducing various elements to prove that experimentations to a core genre type can bring out the desired emotions if the heart is there to soldier on. Despite being an EP, Age Of Sinfonia has given listeners a glimpse of bigger things to come and could very well spearhead a new generation of music enthusiasts

Friday, January 28, 2011

Angels by Ruben Pang



Budding prodigious visionary Ruben Pang will be putting strokes into his craft from Jan 31 to Feb 18 at the Chan Hampe Galleries located at Tanjong Pagar with his very own installation Angels. A graduate from the La Salle College of the Arts, Ruben Pang has participated in numerous art exhibitions and also spearheaded musical and art initiatives for the local alternative community in Singapore at an age that skirts between youth and adulthood. But what is absolutely certain is the sense of awe that Angels will deliver, a series of picturesque creations without the enforcement of a set concept and to find out more, visit http://www.chanhampegalleries.com