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Amberhaze
Singapore Kopitiam's resident blogger Benjamin Ang meets up with the talented Mr. Giuliano Gullotti from Amberhaze to discuss music, family and the illusion of fame.
Giuliano Gullotti wanted to be a music conductor from the age of three. Today, as Amberhaze, he instead conducts an elaborate collection of electronic instruments on stage, playing electric guitar, keyboards and laptop, sometimes all at the same time. His unique blend of shoegaze, post-rock and electronica got our attention at Twilight Galaxy a few weeks ago, so we caught up with him to find out more about Amberhaze and his forthcoming album. When we told him he looks very comfortable on...
VladVamp's Halloween show in Singapore
Despite the rather suggestive name, VladVamp is not a form of undead but rather one of the most recognizable DJs in the Indonesian underground clubbing scene. Benjamin Ang gets a glimpse of the veteran's crowd-thrilling skills at a recent Halloween event in Singapore.
I admit I didn't know quite what to expect from DJ VladVamp (Indonesia) when I went to the SDAM Halloween Party at Hyde (Boat Quay). The last time I was at a party with a guest Industrial DJ from overseas (Russia), that DJ practically cleared the dance floor with the noise. To be fair, the Russian DJ delivered as advertised -- Industrial music is not easy listening by any stretch of the imagination. So I was happily surprised by DJ VladVamp's (right) very enjoyable set of EBM (Electronic Body...
The Fire Fight Sells Out Debut Album
With the release of their debut Henri, Singapore rock band The Fire Fight looks to be on the up-and-up. Singapore Kopitiam blogger Benjamin Ang talks to bassist JBarks on the band's future plans.
Not many bands manage to sell out their album launch concert, but that’s exactly what The Fire Fight did for their debut album “Henri”. Every single ticket to the Esplanade Recital Studio was taken up, and the fans also cleared out their merchandise table! The Fire Fight This would not be at all surprising to fans who have been following The Fire Fight since they performed at Baybeats 2007. Besides their own performances, they’ve also opened for leading American bands such as...
The A - Z of The Anime Festival Asia 2009
With the Anime Festival Asia 2009 starting this Friday, Singapore Kopitiam blogger Benjamin Ang lists the various things you -- and your family -- can do at this quirky event.
Fans of Japanese animation and popular culture are eagerly anticipating this weekend, when the Anime Festival Asia 2009 (AFA09) hits Suntec City. In fact, there's so much happening that I was almost overwhelmed -- sort of like the first time I watched Karas. So to keep things simple, here is a quick alphabetical run down of what you can expect if you visit the event. A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z A for ANIME What would...
Goth Culture: Origins & Common Misconceptions
If you thought Goths were just a bunch of leather-clad, eye-liner wearing weirdos who go around sucking blood, then you're in for a world of surprise. Singapore Kopitiam blogger Benjamin Ang sets the story straight.
Here's an interesting social experiment: Tell your friends you're going to a Goth party and check out their reactions. The more common replies would probably range from disbelief and scepticism -- “Are there Goths in Singapore?” -- to fear and evasion -- “That sounds scary; I wouldn't dare to go!”. Fortunately for me, I have some friends who are brave enough to say, “That sounds interesting, I'd like to see that!” So what’s there to know about Goths? Well, the historical roots...
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