Ramli Sarip — Rolling With The Times
FOR A man with "little bit of talent" Datuk Ramli Sarip has made the most of it, and enjoyed a long career.
From humble beginnings playing at weddings and birthdays,...
The SSO Shines, But Rani Really Dazzles
Broadway favourites were given a fresh flash of zest in the recent SSO Pops Concert series. Certainly one for the fans. Reviewed by S. Sakthivel
It was a Friday night...
Ramli Sarip — Rebel To Respect
WHEN he stepped away from the collective might of Sweet Charity, Ramli Sarip was filled with trepidation.
Uncertain about the road ahead, he lay aside his fears and walked a path...
Fan Power And The Rise Of Super Bands
IN the era before social media, a British quartet with spelling issues ruled the music world. Wherever the Beatles performed, they were met with hordes of screaming fans —...
Keep The Music Spinning
AS THE world gets anti-social, we have to resort to virtual entertainment to keep the parties going.
But before you download tracks by your favourite DJs, global cybersecurity company Kaspersky...
Dick Lee – Greatest Hits With Wit
Dick Lee turns on the tap as he lets his hits flow, along with wit, senior moments, and liberal jibes at the powers that be. By Kannan Chandran
Dick Lee...
Scorpions Still Sting
Scorpions, the German rock band, is as old as Singapore is independent. While Singapore has seen some personnel changes since 1965, so too has the band, except that its...
Brazil’s Folklore In The Gardens
A study in contrasts takes place at the Botanic Gardens when Brazil and Singapore intertwine in song. By S. Sakthivel
Besides the tropical weather, there’s not that much in common...
Elton John And His Long Goodbye
IN WHAT must be one of the longest goodbyes, Elton John hits the road for three years to bid farewell to his fans.
And you'll have to pay handsomely to...
Folk Songs For A City
Dick Lee has contributed songs that reflect the Singapore state of mind over the years. In his own lighthearted way, his songs have come closest to becoming folk tunes....