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SINGAPORE : Singapore has just recovered from SINGfest and come September, a whole host of stars are set to hit our shores again.
These 12 concerts are just some of the shows coming our way over the next two months. Spanning a variety of genres such as pop, rock, jazz and hip hop, music fans will have to make some tough choices to avoid blowing their entire monthly entertainment budget.
Read on and have your credit card on standby, you might just want to grab some tickets after this. Or if you’re lucky, you could win some in our contests.
Avril Lavigne – The Best Damn Tour
First she was barred from performing in Kuala Lumpur as she was deemed ‘too sexy’, then the ban was reversed. Now there are talks of a protest at her August 29 show.
The drama continues to brew up north, but one thing’s for sure, the Canadian punk princess is headed for Singapore to put on her ‘best damn show'.
When: Sunday, September 7, 8pm
Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Tickets: S$165, S$135, S$105, S$85, S$75
Tickets from SISTIC.
The Tour of Misia Discotheque Asia
She’s a small lady with a big voice, and a five-octave one at that. Also known as the “Mariah Carey of Japan”, Misia is set to blow the Singapore audience away in a one-night only concert. This will be her only Southeast Asian stop in a five-city tour which includes Taipei, Shanghai, Seoul and Hong Kong.
When: Saturday, September 13, 8pm
Where: Singapore Expo
Tickets: S$148, S$128, S$98, S$68
Tickets from SISTIC or take part in our MISIA Contest.
Tony Orlando Yellow Ribbon World Tour
His 1973 hit song "Tie A Yellow Ribbon 'Round The Ole Oak Tree” became an anthem of hope, reunion and renewal, and Tony Orlando is celebrating the 35th anniversary of its recording with a long-awaited, world tour concert in Singapore.
Be prepared for an entertaining night with the American Icon as he turns back time with golden melodies such as “Knock Three Times”, “Sweet Gypsy Rose” and “He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)”.
When: Tuesday, September 16, 8pm
Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Tickets: S$178, S$148, S$128, S$98, S$78
Tickets from SISTIC.
Kanye West – Glow In The Dark Tour
Harder, better, faster, stronger. The nine-time Grammy Award-winning rapper and record producer kicked off his Glow In The Dark Tour in Seattle in April and has performed for over half a million people (and counting), making it the No.6 highest grossing tour in the world this year. Even P Diddy said it “changed his life”. Enough said.
When: Saturday, September 19, 8pm
Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Tickets: Free Standing - S$188, S$148
Reserved Seating - S$148, S$118, S$88
Tickets from SISTIC.
Paul Anka World Tour 2008
His classic hit song, “My Way” has been covered by artistes such as Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Barbra Streisand and the Gypsy Kings. Now watch him do it his way.
Named the 21st most successful artiste in Billboard's history with over 900 songs and 125 albums in a wide variety of languages, singer-songwriter Paul Anka will entertain you with his classics as well as new tunes.
When: Monday, September 22, 8pm
Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Tickets: S$168, S$148, S$128, S$108, S$78
Tickets from SISTIC.
Diana Krall Live In Concert
Grammy winning jazz vocalist Diana Krall returns to Asia after six years to perform at an exclusive pre-Formula One concert. Her laid-back jazzy renditions of well-known classics and contemporary songs are sure to appeal to jazz aficionados and music lovers alike.
When: Friday & Saturday, September 26 & 27, 7.45pm
Where: Marina at Keppel Bay
Tickets: S$250, S$195, S$175, S$125, S$75
Platinum Package - S$599 (best seats + pre & post show cocktail)
VIP Package - S$399 (best seats)
Book tickets at www.worldjazzsingapore.com.
Ash - Live In Concert
British magazine Q ranked Ash number two on their list of the 50 bands to see before you die so if you haven’t done so, don’t let this one pass as this could very well be their last concert in Singapore. Last year, the Northern Irish rock trio released “Twilight of the Innocents”, which they said would be their last album ever. Catch the original lineup of Tim Wheeler, Mark Hamilton and Rick McMurray when they rock Fort Canning Park during the Singapore Beer Festival.
When: Thursday, October 2, 8pm
Where: Fort Canning Park
Tickets: S$85 (Aug 15 - 31)
S$95 (From Sep 1)
Tickets from SISTIC. The first 500 will each receive a free ticket to the Singapore Beer Festival.
A*Mei Star Tour
After the astonishing “A*mei STAR Tour” in November last year, which was rated one of the best concerts of 2007, A*mei returns to the Singapore Indoor Stadium for an encore! Grab those tickets before they are sold out once again.
When: Saturday, October 4, 8pm
Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Tickets: S$158, S$138, S$118, S$88
Tickets from SISTIC.
Sandy Lam Live In Singapore
She popped by Singapore last weekend to promote her upcoming concert which will showcase her classic hits and her newer tunes. With long-time music partner and renowned music director Anthony Lun helping her put together a stunning music display, Lam’s long-overdue concert in Singapore promises to be a splendid show of musical and visual theatrics. You don’t want to miss this one.
When: Saturday, October 18, 8pm
Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Tickets: S$168, S$138, S$118, S$98, S$68
Tickets from SISTIC.
Peter Cincotti In Concert
The 23-year-old singer-songwriter-pianist burst onto the music scene four years ago with a debut album that led him to become the youngest musician ever to claim the top spot on Billboards Jazz chart. Making their first concert appearance in Singapore, Cincotti and his band are set to deliver a non-stop 90-minute performance of rich vocals and startling energy.
When: Tuesday, October 21, 7.30pm
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall
Tickets: S$128, S$108, S$88, S$68, S$48
Tickets from SISTIC.
Sergio Mendes In Concert
Accompanied by a cast of incredibly talented singers and musicians from all over the world, the undisputed master of pop-inflected Brazilian jazz, Sergio Mendes will share the intoxicating diversity and infectious rhythms of Brazilian music with audiences at the Singapore Sun Festival.
When: Wednesday, October 22, 7.30pm
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall
Tickets: S$148, S$128, S$88, S$68, S$48
Tickets from SISTIC.
Camera Obscura
Several lineup changes, regional and cross-continent tours, and numerous albums later, indie pop band Camera Obscura from Glasgow, Scotland, have gotten a sizeable cult following, and rave reviews from fans and critics alike. Don’t say we didn’t warn you, tickets to their concert are selling fast.
When: Wednesday, October 29, 7.30pm
Where: Esplanade Concert Hall
Tickets: Standard - S$58
Box Seat - S$58
Tickets from SISTIC.
All details are accurate at press time.
- CNA/il
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