Monday, April 27, 2009

Relugged Music features Bevlyn Khoo: You Are My Angel



Bevlyn is a Singaporean singer-songwriter whose ability to sing an eclectic mixture of English, Mandarin, Japanese and French has commanded a solid following and respect across various ethnic groups and ages in and out of Singapore. Bevlyn’s open-mindedness to a wide spectrum of music has led to her own music often likened to a cup of fusion tea – an expression of the wild, the sensitive, the angst, and the lonely. Her lyrics explore her own experiences and the experiences that the common man can relate to.

After successfully getting into the finals for the first annual singing competition organized by The Ark Café & Tea (木船民歌餐厅)in 1998, Bevlyn was soon sought to perform as a regular part-time singer since 1999.

Bevlyn has also been an active demo-singer for many Singaporean songwriters since 2000. Her song-writing talent was spotlighted when her song-entry <<交叉路口>> successfully got into the finals for a nation-wide Mandarin-pop song-writing competition, Xin-yao-jie’2003 (新谣节’2003) and was recorded into a compilation CD sold in various record stores. This song was subsequently sold to a Taiwanese singer, Freya Lam (林凡).

In Jan 2003, Bevlyn quit her job in the social-work field to pursue her passion in music. She became a contracted a cappella singer with two groups named “Notations” and “Nanu”, which were under the umbrella of The A cappella Society of Singapore (TAS). She performed with the group in school tours to school children even to supporters in Taiwan and The Netherlands.

Besides being a wedding-singer under a group A Little Dream which she co-found, Bevlyn performs a mixture of English, Mandarin and French songs regularly with her band at various pubs and café. In 2005, Bevlyn tried her hand in acting as well in the Phua Chu Kang musical. In 2006, Bevlyn’s voice was heard over TV for the theme song <<灰姑娘>> (Cinderella) of Mediacorp’s drama serial <<钻石情缘>> (An Enchanted Life)

Bevlyn took the whole of 2007 to put together a 6-track EP album, of which 5 songs are written by herself (3 Mandarin and 2 English), and 1 newly arranged French cover ‘La Vie En Rose’ to showcase her versatility. The album titled ‘Lonely Afternoon” was launched in Jan 2008, and Bevlyn subsequently gave her first concert in Aug 2008 to a full-house audience at NUS UCC Theatre Hall.

Bevlyn is also the voice behind the sub-theme song <<保温>> for Mediacorp’s drama serial <<小娘惹>> (Little Nyonya). She has been signed to Japanese label S2S since November 2008.

“Lonely Afternoon” was awarded “Best Indie Album” at the Singapore Entertainment Awards 2009.

Her first full-length album “You Are My Angel” is released at all major record stores from April 09.

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Beatboxing Workshop 1 on 18th April 2009.

Thank you all for all the fun and exchange on 18th April 2009!

It's wonderful to see how many hidden talents and enthusiasts there are in Replugged Music!

Many thanks to Joel Gan for passionately sharing his craft and we look forward to a Session 2. So tune in guys to this space for more details and updates on future Beatboxing Workshops at Replugged Music!

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Friday, April 17, 2009

World Voice Day 2009!

Instructor Ariel led a happy team of enthusiasts, representing Replugged Music at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, presenting 3 whole segments of demonstration of class room lessons, as well as performances.

Replugged Music would like to thank the awesome pianists, Nianwen/Audris, and singers, Ariel, Angeline, Fion, Ruby and Jasmine for their passionate dedication in every step of this preparation till the big day.

well done, girls!

<3
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009

BeatBox Workshop: 18th April 2009, Sat

Calling all Beatbox Curios & Enthusiasts!

We're excited about this Intro Level Beatbox Workshop this Saturday at Replugged Music! Completely FREE!
No experience required.

Limited spaces only.
Email us at info@replugged.com for registration.

Replugged Music is conveniently located near Bugis MRT. 3rd Fl above Long John Silver.

Be prepared for a cosy setup and some good fun with your 'k's and your 'p's!



For more info on Beatbox Classes, please logon to our webby at Replugged Music.

Singapore Music 101 with Dick Lee!


Singapore Music 101
Saturday, 18 April, 2.30 – 4.00pm

Open Stage, library@esplanade

Dick Lee, a prominent figure in the musical scene in Singapore, has written for many staged musicals such as Beauty World (1988) and Jacky Cheung’s Snow.Wolf.Lake (1997). Having won numerous awards for his albums, Dick is popular in Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. This highly-acclaimed musician has achieved regional prominence for Lion City and The Mad Chinaman.

Through Singapore Music 101, the National Library Board is going to bring you closer to the man who championed the acceptance of Asian elements in pop music. Dick will share with the audience his personal experiences in the music industry.

Singapore Music 101, your personal guide to Singapore's musical landscape, will provide you with an insight of our local music scene. Audience will be enriched with the milestones that had shaped our music industry over the years with Kevin Mathews, veteran singer-songwriter and founder of music review website www.powerofpop.com.

This forum-styled programme also serves as an engaging and interactive platform between the audience and artistes.

For more information and registration, please access http://golibrary.nlb.gov.sg and surf on to Other Happenings. You can also register via our ekiosks available at our libraries!

Please take note that registration is required.