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2019 Mamamoo Asia Fan Meeting

MAMAMOO Asia Fan Meeting 2019 in Singapore

Thursday, April 11, 2019

2019 Chung Ha Fan Meeting in Singapore

Chungha to Visit Singapore for Her 1st Fan Meeting with an Open Press Conference

Tuesday, April 09, 2019

DJ Soda

Catch iKON at Sketchers Sundown Festival in Singapore on 21 April

Thursday, April 04, 2019

iKON to perform at Utopia Stage on 21 April

Asia’s definitive music and arts festival, Skechers Sundown Festival is back in Singapore for its 10th edition, featuring more than 50 music artistes on 3 stages over 3 days. Mega KPOP star, iKON is set to perform on 21st April which is the 3rd and last day of the festival. Korean hip-hop trio MFBTY (Tiger JK, Yoon Mi-rae, Bizzy) and DJ Soda however will join the festival on 20 April.

Held at Siloso Beach Sentosa, the event ground is staged to showcase a vibrant wonderland. Festival goers have the option of flitting between the three main stages, named Utopia, Nirvana, and Eden, with utmost ease.

Sketchers Sundown Festival Details:

Date | Time: 19 April, 3PM - 21 April 2019, 11PM
Venue: Siloso Beach Sentosa, Singapore

K-performers: DJ Soda (20 April - Utopia Stage), MFBTY (20 April - Nirvana Stage), iKON (21 April - Utopia Stage)

Ticketing charges:

3-day pass: $160
2-day pass: $130
1-day pass: $70
Tickets purchased at the door: $85

Tickets can be purchased at www.sundownfestival.sg. All participants must be at least 16 years of age.

Greetings from iKON:

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About Sketchers Sundown Festival 2019

Organised by Red Spade Entertainment and presented by Skechers, the festival's tagline, “Asia Music Wonderland”, aims to unite people with curious and imaginative spirits. Designed for anyone with a love for Asian music and its diverse entertainment scene, the festival is programmed to celebrate all things Asian, and promote its values and spirit during the 3D2N event — through music, food, art, and culture.

Korean Hip-Hop Trio, MFBTY to perform on 20 April at Nirvana Stage

With more than 50 Asian artists at the NC-16 festival, and fronted by veteran music artists, the stages are set to be lit. Look forward to the heavy metal prowess of Crossfaith (Japan) and DJ Laidback Luke (Philippines), hip-hop tunes from MFBTY (South Korea) and Higher Brothers(China), and the melodic crooning from Charlie Lim (Singapore). Other performers include DJ KoFlow (Singapore), DJ Shogun (Taiwan), Henry Fong (China), and many more artists listed on www.sundownfestival.sg.

The 10th edition of Skechers Sundown Festival also aims to bring the festival to the global community. M17 Entertainment — Sundown Festival’s digital partner — will send six of their best-performing streamers to Siloso Beach Sentosa for the event, ensuring that a wider network of people is able to participate in the fun via live streaming. IVI, their established all-female pop act will be making their debut in Singapore at Sundown Festival and the other top five streamers will compete for a performing slot through an online competition on 17 Media app.

Line-up for 3 days

To cap off the festival vibes, there will be 50 spaces allocated to Freedom Camp, where enthusiasts can pitch their own tent for the duration of the festival. Alternatively, enjoy a lap of luxury at Campville, a dedicated 3D2N full-board glamping experience. The plush bell tents will be furnished with four single beds, fresh linen and towels, and accommodate up to four people per tent. Each tent will also come with a carton of beer and two bottles of champagne for the perfect evening unwind. Limited to 50 luxury tents only.

BTOB

Your Chance to Join a Dream Trip with BTOB's Peniel and Hyunsik in Hong Kong

Wednesday, March 27, 2019

Participate in tvN's My Dream Trip & travel together with BTOB's Peniel and Hyunsik in Hong Kong

tvN’s latest original production My Dream Trip is recruiting travel buddies from around the world to embark on an exciting visit to Hong Kong, along with Korean boy group BTOB members Peniel Shin and Im Hyunsik. The trip will be made into a TV programme and aired on tvN in Asia this summer!

The production crew of My Dream Trip is calling for fun, energetic and adventurous individuals who love travelling and exploring different cultures to join the My Dream Trip Travel Buddy Recruitment, from which two lucky tvN fans will be selected to travel with Peniel and Hyunsik. Along with an enchanting encounter between the celebrity duo and their travel buddies, the four will create unforgettable memories together travelling through the dazzling city of Hong Kong, enjoying the breathtaking night view of Victoria Harbour, absorbing the sunset in “Hong Kong’s Back Garden” among the serene nature, discovering hidden artsy photo spots in local neighbourhoods, and savouring delightful international cuisine.

How to join My Dream Trip Travel Buddy Recruitment?

You may use your phone to record

Record audition videos and photos and submit your application to
https://www.tvnasia.net/MyDreamTrip (*you may use phone to record)

*Note: You'll need to have following items:

Self-introduction in video format
Showcase your talents in video format
Tell us why tvN should pick you (*within 1 minute each. English is preferred)
Close up photo
Full body photo

Application deadline: 31 March, 23:59 (GMT+8)

Prize: A chance to travel with BTOB's Peniel & Hyunsik + All expense paid trip + Be part of a tvN production

Applications will be carefully reviewed by Peniel and Hyunsik, as well as the producers of My Dream Trip, to shortlist two lucky fans. Crank up your creative juices and grab the final chance now.

BTOB's Peniel & Hyunsik as your travel buddy?

My Dream Trip takes K-stars on board as tour guides to plan a unique, fun-filled and memorable itinerary for lucky tvN fans! The first leg is set in the Asia’s world city – Hong Kong – where myriad experiences await, from the arts and culture and international gastronomy to nature escapades. The charismatic duo, Peniel and Hyunsik will not only try to win the travelling budget through completing missions and competing in games, but also strive to make their travel buddies’ dreams come true. My Dream Trip gives the travel buddies an unforgettable journey with Peniel and Hyunsik.

Stay tuned with tvN’s social media platforms for further announcements on shooting arrangement, premiere details and many more! tvN’s latest original production My Dream Trip will premiere on tvN in Asia this summer, and there are plans to expand it to other Asian cities.

2019 One K Concert

Watch '2019 One K Concert' on MTV Asia

Tuesday, March 26, 2019

Hosted by Astro's Cha Eun Woo and Gugudan's Kim Se-Jeong, MTV Asia to stream '2019 One K Concert' on Twitter on 26 March

MTV Asia will premiere the ‘2019 One K Concert’ as the first cable broadcaster of the concert in Southeast Asia. To help as many fans as possible to get their dose of Kpop, Twitter will be MTV Asia’s exclusive social media partner to stream the concert to #KpopTwitter fans around the region. Over 20 Kpop stars lent their voices in this concert that signifies the message of ‘One Dream, One Korea, One World’, in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of a movement towards independence in South Korea.

Hosted by boy band Astro’s Cha Eun Woo and girl group Gugudan’s Kim Se-Jeong, the star-studded lineup includes Ha Sung Woon, OH MY GIRL, MONSTA X, APRIL, ASTRO, SF9, (G)I-dle, LABOUM, SONAMOO, CLC, DREAMCATCHER, KARD, ONF, TRCNG, DUETTO, Kim Jo Han, Baek Ji-Young, Jung In, ALi, Cheetah, BEN, Seo JiAn, Gilgu Bonggu, and Juniel.

2019 One K Concert Airing Details

Date: 26 March (Tuesday)
Time: 8.40PM (Indonesia) | 9.40PM (Singapore) | 10.40 (Malaysia)
Airs on: MTV’s official Twitter handle @mtvasia

*Catch the repeat linear telecast on 27 March at 8AM (Indonesia) | 9AM (Singapore) | 10am (Malaysia); and 28 March at 2PM (Indonesia), 3PM (Singapore) and 4PM (Malaysia).

Held at the National Assembly Building in South Korea on 1 March, this is the third installment of the concert and is part of the ‘One Korea Global Campaign’. It takes inspiration from Korean pop culture and encourages international audiences to come together in the unification of Korea and ultimately, global peace.

Besides the concert, other activities include an art exhibition, art festival, art contest and a documentary film. Previous Kpop and international talents in the concert include Psy, SHINee, BTOB, Peabo Bryson and Dami Im in 2017; and EXO, Sista, BTS, Red Velvet and SPICA in 2015.

Stay tuned and follow @mtvasia to get the latest updates, be connected with other #KpopTwitter fans around the world, and join in the #Kpop conversation!

Basick

MTV Asia Unveils Line-Up of "YO! MTV Raps", feature Rising Superstars to Rap Icons from 11 Countries

Friday, March 08, 2019

Out of the 33 Hip-Hop artists, 5 are from Korea
Yo! MTV Raps will premiere in mid-April in Asia

MTV Asia revealed its line-up of 33 hip hop artists from 11 countries around the globe for the Asian edition of “YO! MTV Raps”. One of the most influential hip hop shows revived for fans in Asia, MTV Asia has curated a line-up from rising superstars to established rap icons to celebrate the explosion of hip hop culture across Asia. This series will air in Asia mid-April onwards, and promises to be a diverse, widely distributed linear and digital series across MTV Asia’s platforms.

Setting the stage are the hosts — global DJ, producer and model Kim Lee and Singaporean rapper and songwriter, Yung Raja. They are joined by segment presenters, winner of the ‘2018 MTV EMA Award for Best Southeast Asia Act’ Joe Flizzow as the ‘Cypher Boss’, while uber-cool rapper Zamaera takes her spot as ‘The Game Master’.

Special guests from Korea include Dynamic Duo, Gray & Woo Won Jae

The who’s-who in Asian hip hop are set to blaze a trail as the special guests in the series. Stay tuned for DaBoyWay, part of pioneering hip hop group Thaitanium from Thailand; South Korean household names such as rap duo Dynamic Duo; music producer GRAY who has worked with top Korean hip hop acts; and rapper Woo who gained recognition in the rap competition, ‘Show me the Money’. Rounding up the star appeal are Vietnam’s queen of hip hop Suboi; and American rapper and viral sensation Bhad Bhabie.

Represent Korea: YunB, Flowsik, Owen Ovadoz, Basick & Reddy

With the hip hop scene on fire in South Korea, find out what is K-hip hop from well-known veteran and breakout rappers such as Basick, Flowsik, Reddy, YunB, and Owen Ovadoz.

The artists from Thailand include rapper/producer FIIXD, who has collaborated with many prominent Thai artists; YOUNGOHM, recipient of the “Song of the Year” in the Rap Is Now (RIN) Awards 2017; and US-born singer-rapper-songwriter Radio3000, who is based in Thailand.

Represent Malaysia: Benzooloo & SonaOne

Malaysia’s crew is represented by Benzooloo, part of hip hop collective Lawalah Familia; up-and-coming rapper Lil J; and multi-talented rappers, producers and songwriters Kmy Kmo and Luca Sickta. In addition, SonaOne, whose single ‘No More’ took home the ‘Best Song’ accolade at the 21st Anugerah Industri Muzik awards cranks up the Malaysian presence.

Singaporean hip hop artiste and prolific producer, Alif, formerly from award-winning hip hop duo SleeQ which disbanded in 2015, will also be part of the show.

Hailing from Indonesia are A. Nayaka, whose work was nominated as one of the ‘Top 20 Albums in 2016’ by Rolling Stone Indonesia, and Laze, known for his genius freestyle.

Lending some Chinese star power are rapper Vava - her ‘My New Swag’ song which was in the ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ movie soundtrack; Al Rocco, who has performed at music festivals such as Ultra and South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference and Festivals; and Chinese-American rapper Bohan Phoenix, who raps a blend of East-West rhymes.

More artists who will showcase their individual styles: Japanese/Korean rapper CHANMINA with her combination of rap and pop melodies; Abra from the Philippines, winner of the ‘Best Rap Artist’ at the Urban Music Awards 2018; music producer/rapper Dough-Boy from Hong Kong; and Datmaniac from Vietnam, known for his freestyle skills.

This “YO!” series is on the back of MTV Asia’s “YO! MTV Raps” special which aired in June 2018, featuring 11 Asian hip-hop artists from Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. The top performing 5-artist Cypher* video garnered over 1.2 million video views in Southeast Asia. The special was also awarded the ‘Best Music or Dance Programme’ at the Asian Academy Creative Awards in December 2018.

After its debut 30 years ago on August 6, 1988, “YO! MTV Raps” became the premiere destination for all things hip hop. The advent of the series was crucial to the rise of rap music, and created a global passion for the genre and greater hip hop culture, which has since become the most dominant force in mainstream music and pop culture worldwide. In addition to MTV Asia’s “YO! MTV Raps” edition, MTV International will premiere local versions of the legendary hip hop franchise for the UK, Germany and Africa this year.

[UPDATE]
Gray spotted in Malaysia shooting for the program. Check out his Insta story to find out more about his trip in Malaysia:

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Hello, Malaysia 🇲🇾

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Rapper Woo Won Jae together with Gray:

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coming soon...🔥🔥🔥 @mtvasia #YoMTVRaps #YoAsia

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Duo rapper Dynamic Duo enjoying banana leaf in Bangsar:

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게임할때 레벨업 못하면 도구사용 못하잖아요 #malaysia

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GOT7

GOT7's new sub unit, Jus2 Is Coming to Singapore on 4 May!

Friday, March 08, 2019

giveaway

Win Invites to No Sleep No Fomo Launch Party in Singapore

Tuesday, March 05, 2019

dreamcatcher

DREAMCATCHER Announces Southeast Asia Tour with Stop in Singapore

Monday, February 11, 2019

South Korea’s popular young metal group DREAMCATCHER will make a stop in Singapore this March as part of their long-awaited Southeast Asia tour. In response to requests on fan-initiated concert making platform MyMusicTaste, DREAMCATCHER will visit three cities across Southeast Asia, visiting Jakarta on 20 March, then to Singapore on March 22, lastly to Manila on 24 March.

DREAMCATCHER CONCERT : Invitation from Nightmare City in Singapore Details

Seating Plan

Date: 22 March 2019 (Friday)
Time: 7.30PM
Venue: Gateaway Theatre, Singapore
Ticket Price: $208 (VIP), $88 (General Admission)

Online Purchase: https://mmt.fans/3KVe/
Fans Benefits: Hi-Touch (VIP ticket holders only)

Presale tickets with a 10% discount benefit, exclusive to MyMusicTaste users who requested in Dreamcatcher in Singapore is available on January 29 at 12PM. General ticket sales, however, is available on February 1 at 12PM onwards via Apactix.

DREAMCATCHER CONCERT : Invitation from Nightmare City in Singapore was made possible by fans through MyMusicTaste, an online service that allows fans to request their favorite bands to their cities. This tour already marks DREAMCATCHER’s third tours that were made through fan requests on MyMusicTaste; this relatively-rookie group already toured in Europe and Latin America, thrilling the crowds with their irresistible charms and unparalleled performances. Their Europe tour became the first k-pop girl group to complete a tour of major European cities.

About DREAMCATCHER

Debuted in January 2017 with the single Nightmare, DREAMCATCHER has quickly caught the eye of music critics with their unique concept of “Young Metal” and intoxicating choreography. Voted no.3 on Billboard's Best New K-Pop Acts in 2017, the group’s worldwide fame has since been growing exponentially; their second EP You and I was released in 2018 and made its debut on the Billboard’s World Albums Chart at no.7. Without losing their momentum, DREAMCATCHER continued to show their global presence; in collaboration with MyMusicTaste, their first crowdfunding project for their new photo book was launched in July 2018 and reached 555% of its funding goal. DREAMCATCHER is composed of seven female members: JiU, SuA, Siyeon, Yoohyeon, Dami, Handong, and Gahyeon.

Further information on the tour and ticket purchase can be found through https://mmt.fans/3Tv4/
or other social media channels of MyMusicTaste.