Jasmine Sokko
If rojak could sing, it’ll only sing local music
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August 8, 2019
If rojak could sing, it’ll only sing local music
It’s absolutely mind-boggling how much local music has transcended over the years that it’s difficult to form opinions surrounding it since any conclusion gathered becomes obsolete quickly. I’ve been a fan for 15 years now, but *pfft*, it’s still not enough to scratch the surface of our music. So anyway, danamic. kick-jolted me from my slumber, hypnic jerk-style – requesting a write-up out of the Spotify playlist they created called ‘Local Delights’ (which sounds like a canteen tuckshop from your primary school days). However, a confession before I get into the meat of the article though: danamic. didn’t really specify…
Jasmine Sokko Breaks Through to The Finals of China’s EDM Talent Show, <<即刻电音 Rave Now>>
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January 31, 2019
Jasmine Sokko Breaks Through to The Finals of China’s EDM Talent Show, <<即刻电音 Rave Now>>
After weeks of elimination rounds, Singapore’s rising singer-producer Jasmine Sokko clinched a spot as one of the Top 5 contestants in the semi-finals of China’s EDM talent show, <<即刻电音 Rave Now>>. Along with a wildcard contestant who will be picked from popularity voting on the show’s official platforms, all six finalists will be competing for the crown – and a chance to perform at the coveted Tomorrowland 2019 – on the final episode on 1 February 2019. In Episode 9 of <<即刻电音 Rave Now>>, Jasmine Sokko did a relift of her mentor LAY 张艺兴’s《快门回溯》‘Don’t Let Me Go.’. The sensual and…
Jasmine Sokko Rises to Top 15 in ‘Rave Now’ <<即刻电音 >>
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January 13, 2019
Jasmine Sokko Rises to Top 15 in ‘Rave Now’ <<即刻电音 >>
Jasmine Sokko rises to the top 15 in China’s hottest electronic music reality show <<即刻电音 Rave Now>>. The online reality show pits electronic music producers through weekly elimination rounds, with the winner earning the prestigious honour of performing at Tomorrowland 2019 at Boom, Belgium. Performing her winning number ‘1057’ with a refreshed look that charmed all three celebrity mentors, Jasmine Sokko once again showcased her musical diversity with an up-tempo production. The performance also saw her masterfully incorporating Lay Zhang’s vocal sample into an original single, winning his vote of confidence. Lay Zhang remarked on Jasmine’s impeccable knack for top-line…
Local Musician Jasmine Sokko Steals the Limelight in China’s EDM Talent Show, <<即刻电音 Rave Now>>
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December 18, 2018
Local Musician Jasmine Sokko Steals the Limelight in China’s EDM Talent Show, <<即刻电音 Rave Now>>
Singapore’s rising singer-producer Jasmine Sokko makes her first foray into China with her participation in the country’s hottest electronic music reality show, <<即刻电音 Rave Now>>. The online reality show will pit electronic music producers through weekly elimination rounds, with the winner earning the prestigious honour of performing at the world’s biggest dance music festival, Tomorrowland 2019. Celebrity mentors include Mando-popstar Lay Zhang 张艺兴 (member of K-pop group EXO), electronic pop starlet Laure Shang 尚雯婕, Chinese singer/actor Wowkie Zhang 大张伟 and Norwegian super star DJ Alan Walker. Jasmine Sokko won over celebrity mentors Lay Zhang and Alan Walker during her debut appearance…
Spotify Turns 5 In Singapore: Learning More About Singaporeans’ Musical Tastes Daily
Music
May 24, 2018
Spotify Turns 5 In Singapore: Learning More About Singaporeans’ Musical Tastes Daily
From aptly named playlist, Hazed & Confused (a pun on the Singapore haze season) to We Are Singapore (dedicated to Singapore’s National Day), Spotify has become quite the cornerstone of the local music scene – and to think we probably would not have fathomed as such, five years ago! Introduced to Singapore in 2013, Spotify came to be quite the fanfare of many – mostly as it was one of the first of its kind in new age music streaming services to enter the Southeast Asian region. Starting out with a small set of music in its digital catalogue, it…
The Chainsmokers Dazzle With A Visual Feast & Homage To Their Past
Music
April 10, 2018
The Chainsmokers Dazzle With A Visual Feast & Homage To Their Past
Pyrotechnics? Check. Confetti storms? Check. Smoke effects? Check. A’ight, The Chainsmokers’ set is ready to roll. The Chainsmokers, consisting of Alex Pall and Andrew Taggart, were responsible for chart-topping pop hits such as Closer, Don’t Let Me Down, and Paris. But how would it feel like to be at the moshpit and watch them perform live? I was not expecting my night to turn out… something just like this. The duo played a private event at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre on March 28th, and boy, were their audience in for a visual treat. Mastercards Singapore did…