Big Duck Music

17/12/2023

13/12/2023

Bellied Star

supporting Sweetass
18 November 2023
Projector X: No Spoilers Bar
Heavy Rotation Vol. 3

With:
Spider
sl_owtalk

12/11/2023

⚠️ VENUE CHANGE ALERT: WE’RE HEADING TO THE PROJECTOR X: NO SPOILERS BAR ⚠️

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we will be shifting our Sweetass show to Projector X: No Spoilers Bar. We’re getting things started a lil earlier too at 6pm - makan early ah, don’t say we never say.

Show's equally as sweet: we’re ready to throw down and soak in the cinema vibes with everyone. In the mean time, presale tix are still going fast: https://sweetass-heavy-rotation-tour-in-singapore.eventbrite.sg

22/10/2023

Next month, we’re so pumped to bring you some SWEETASS fuzz with Malaysia’s grunge pop superstars Sweetass 🍑

Packing anthems like Haruan Cina, Wa Caya Lu, Celaka and more, they’re ready to rock your world celebrating their massive second record, HEAVY ROTATION. Alongside Singapore’s most exciting noisemakers Spider, Bellied Star and sl_owtalk, we’re dying to show you why they’re one of Malaysia’s buzziest bands of the moment 🎸

18 November, 7pm, Wire Entertainment 🚀

You know the drill - grab your tix now: https://sweetass-heavy-rotation-tour-in-singapore.eventbrite.sg

KL grunge poppers SWEETASS bring their gutsy anthems and fuzzed-out riffs of their anticipated sophomore record HEAVY ROTATION to Singapore

10/10/2023

[NEW SHOW ALERT]

WA CAYA SAMA LU! We’re pumped to announce our next show: we’re bringing down KL garage rockers Sweetass, ready to bring Singapore a SWEETASS time. They're power enough to match the name: packing infectious 90s vibes, heavy grunge fuzz and the roar of gutsy frontman Alang Sekitar, come hear how the band’s massive anthems and blistering riffs have packed sweaty underground venues and massive festival stages alike. They're one of Malaysia's most sought-after live acts: celebrating their long-awaited sophomore record HEAVY ROTATION, we're bringing them down the causeway on 18th November for you – mark the date and find out why.

As always, we’re accompanying them with 3 equally exciting Singaporean acts:
🟡 sl_owtalk; industrial drum and synth frenzy https://open.spotify.com/artist/5qpqo0NH5M7ueYAbfSbLrA?si=ZgSWWHf2REyEBOqz_fYtDg
🟡 Spider; freewheeling post-hardcore goofballs https://open.spotify.com/artist/1fGBkJ4Mf2jfZuEFOUWIM1?si=reSpKIvCRieqo25IO7pE7w
🟡 Bellied Star; rising grunge newcomers https://open.spotify.com/artist/3qLSvNWAcikjE7QFTNoxZl?si=s3lSPjBIRZCBZxzCyMw3Lw

BELIEVE IT! 👊

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GET YO TIX NOW!
📍 Wire Entertainment, Atrix Building, 82 Lorong 23 Geylang #01-04 Singapore 388409
🕖 7PM
💵 Presale $35 / Doors $40
🎟 https://sweetass-heavy-rotation-tour-in-singapore.eventbrite.sg

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Come taste some Sweetass here too!
🟡 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/artist/71Sww339U6HbOJbQbWR0ps?si=6JrQr008SUu83rRM9tvL-A
🟡 Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sweetassrecords/
🟡 YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/

23/07/2023

B-4 #4 - ready to go, TIX OUT NOW! We’re DOUBLING the size for this special edition, and we’re packing this supersized line-up full of surprises: Kenzo’s sick new beat tapes, sweet jazz pop licks by Namie & the Waves, spicy hyperpop debuts SCUMBOYS, singer-songwriter shenanigans of Danesh Leonadi, and more all under one roof at the cozy EXP (340a Joo Chiat Road).

Swing by on 13 AUG and discover something you never knew!

Tix go for $15 per show and $25 for both shows here: https://bigduckmusic-b4-vol4.eventbrite.sg

Believe It! 🔥🔥🔥

08/07/2023

[OPEN CALL] We’re back for B-4…Vol.4! This time, we’re doubling the fun – together with the good folks at EXP, we’re presenting a special 8-act line-up for this one, and we want you to be on the bill!

We’re looking for a bit of everything: whether you’re a singer-songwriter, rapper, beatmaker, hypeman, or anything in between – if you’ve got new stuff you’re excited to try out live, our stage is perfect … 4 U!

Details:
Show will be 1-6pm, 13 August 2023 at EXP (340A Joo Chiat Road).
Each artist should prepare a 15 to 25-minute set consisting mostly original material.

We can’t wait to hear from you - SEND them our way with via https://forms.gle/ndpTZuAghmUUAijr8 👊

Design: Fei ( on Instagram)

24/03/2023

Hope you guys enjoyed our last B-4 !

We've got a new gig coming your way on the 29th of April, so keep an eye on this space and stay tuned.

BELIEVE IT! 🦆

10/03/2023

Chok Kerong and Vanessa Fernandez's Spiral is a jazz-pop record full of heart and soul - one of our favourites of the year so far.

Read our review here:

Charlie Lim jazz musician Chok Kerong teams up with singer-songwriter Vanessa Fernandez to craft Spiral, a jazz-pop record full of virtuosity, craft, soul and heart.

07/03/2023

ALL G, B-4 #3 BABY! Our showcase series is back again at .official!

Excited to present dazzling math pop newcomers haldi_honey, synthwave mayhem by Microchip Terror, hot bars by our man GOK$ and that’s not All We Have - we’ve also got aeriqah
to croon for our soft spots.

Tickets available here! 👇
https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/b-4-vol-3-tickets-574663924267

B3li3v3 It!

Poster design credit: Fei ( on IG)

Math pop newcomers haldi honey make their debut on edition 3 of Big Duck’s B-4 showcase series with MICROCHIP TERROR, GOK$ and aeriqah

23/02/2023

to Malaysian Punk rock legends NO GOOD at their debut performance in Singapore with local heavyweights Intermission, Sial and Stiletto.

We’ve got a lot more in store for you guys this year so stay tuned!

📸: on IG

17/02/2023

Keep your 16th of March free, 'cause we’re returning with B-4, volume 3 - our series featuring singer-songwriters, rappers, beatmakers & everything in between!

Once again, we’re reaching out to YOU to be a part of this, so if you’re an artist or band with new music you want to showcase, send us your music and details here:
https://forms.gle/Uuj2fN88jgHiBTPq6

Believe it!

Poster by on IG

16/02/2023

Our writer Jmin Wong caught up with Indonesian indie stars Reality Club at their January Aliwal performance to chat fainting to Yeah Yeah Yeahs, album #3, online dating, and more. Read at the link in bio!

📸: on IG

20/01/2023

Editorial’s back, and we’re looking for MUSIC WRITERS to contribute reviews + interviews on SG and SEA music. (psst… we pay!) HAVE HOT TAKES and love music? Good with words? Go to gigs? Sounds like we’re looking for you!

Say hallo at [email protected] to find out more! Include in your email:
* A subject line starting with [Writer]
* Your name and a little about yourself
* Some clips or links to your writing (music / arts stuff preferred - if you don't yet have related writing, please write a sample review on one of your favourite albums!).
* Your favourite music!

Pitches and young/aspiring writers welcome. We’re open to discussion or answering your Qs - come say hi!

25/12/2022

may dpm wong bless the singapore music scene, we invite u to our next show, big duck b-4. believe it! 👊👏🤝

21/10/2022

We’re excited to team up with B Side Records and Bada Bink Tattoo Firm to run “B-4”, an intimate monthly showcase featuring rising singer-songwriters, rappers, beatmakers & everything in between. We’re looking to curate a diverse lineup of fresh, upcoming artists and we want YOU to participate! 😎

Our inaugural session will be happening on 10 November at B-Side Records – if you’re an artist or group with exciting, new works you’d like to showcase or try out live, drop us your music and details here: https://forms.gle/Z6gf8KZ1k8WFhx7y6

09/07/2022

'SHOUTOUT WATER' LAUNCH SET TIMES & UPDATES

Sam from CURB has tested positive for COVID and the band will not be able to play 😭 - but we've got da 🐐 no 🧢 Fauxe taking their place with a special 404 set ⛷⛷

Pre-sale tickets also close TONIGHT at 11:30pm, so this is your LAST CHANCE cop them at $25. Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/cactus-cactus-ep-launch-tickets-370256155127

Tickets will also be available at the door for $35. Can't wait to see you all tomorrow for a splashing good time 💦💦

Believe It! 👊🏻

21/02/2022

The latest single from Singaporean pop singer-songwriter shazza, “Pity Party” is a hidden gem. The independent artist’s third single thus far, she comfortably steps away from the formula of her previous two singles in favour a fresh flavour.

The latest single from Singaporean pop singer-songwriter shazza (real name Shareefa Aminah), “Pity Party” is a hidden gem. The independent artist’s third single thus far, she comfortably steps away from the formula of her previous two singles “It Takes Two” and “August” in favour a fre...

18/02/2022

Tripwave maestro Houg returns for a once in a lifetime live audiovisual experience. Featuring music from his upcoming album, 'The Biting Tempo', the phantom of the chillzone and his band will take audiences on a groovy yet heartfelt journey of desperation, decay, and acceptance augmented by spellbinding visuals. ⛷⛷

The show is one night only on 12 March,7pm at The Projector. Tickets are going for $25 apiece. You can purchase them here! 👀👀

Believe It! 👊🏻

http://thebitingtempo.peatix.com

Immerse yourself in psych-pop: Houg’s debut album release show at the Blue Room, The Proje... powered by Peatix : More than a ticket.

17/02/2022

Singaporean deathcore veterans No Rest For The Weary return after a two year pandemic-induced hiatus with “Oathbreaker”, a brutal single with an infernal accompanying visual.
https://www.bigduckmusic.com/features/no-rest-for-the-weary-oathbreaker-singapore-deathcore

Singaporean deathcore veterans No Rest For The Weary return after a two year pandemic-induced hiatus with “Oathbreaker”, a brutal single with an infernal accompanying visual.

04/02/2022

Jakarta-based indie pop project The Candle Light Children muse about regrets and lost loves over twinkling synths and a Two Door Cinema Club-like shuffle on their latest single “FRIENDS”.
https://www.bigduckmusic.com/features/candlelight-children-friends

The Candle Light Children muse about regrets and lost loves over twinkling synths and a Two Door Cinema Club-like shuffle on their latest single “FRIENDS”.

30/01/2022

Linking up with esteemed singer-songwriter Charlie Lim , Singapore conscious rapper 's latest single is a deeply personal number dedicated to his father - as he chronicles his regrets, doubts, and struggles since his passing.

Linking up with esteemed singer-songwriter Charlie Lim, Singapore conscious rapper ABANGSAPAU’s latest single is a deeply personal number dedicated to his late father - as he chronicles his regrets, doubts, and struggles since his passing.