Clocks Are Broken

2009-09-01T21:50:00.004+08:00

Baybeats 2009.

I had the utmost fun for the last three days at Baybeat. My first time being a photographer for Baybeats 2009 is a dream come true. Thank you Barricade for giving me the opportunity. How about Saturday? I was volunteering for Macbeth Street Team and i met the coolest people!

One thing that made me really happy was Anberlin coming to Singapore to play Baybeats 2009. I've been a fan of them since secondary school. I managed to talk to Stephen and Joey. Seriously they are nice people.

Thank you Ryan Chang for snapping this.

Anberlin playing an acoustic "A Day Late" outside the Esplanade Arena.

I went home smiling when i got my cd Autographed and Deon personally gave me his bass pick. I love Anberlin and please come back to Singapore again.

2009-08-18T11:03:00.001+08:00

Tacit's Aria Telepathy Music Video.

People who missed the launch. This is for you.

2009-08-12T15:42:00.000+08:00

The Transitions EP Launch

The time has come and it's not an event to be missed.

2009-07-27T20:04:00.001+08:00

Ignite Aftermath.

Tacit Aria were totally amazing during Ignite. I had a great time during the both days of the festival. If you're won't there, you miss the whole fun. More pictures can be find at my Flickr and Facebook account. Thank you Tacit Aria for the pass.

2009-07-23T23:25:00.002+08:00

Ignite Music Festival 2009.

It's not an event to be missed! Please catch my buddies from Tacit Aria and also some great local acts!

2009-07-22T01:00:00.007+08:00

Anna Judge April EP Launch.

18 July 2009, one of the night that i will never forget. I still remember watching them the first time during last year Baybeats 2008 and from there onwards, i never miss their single show. I reckon the EP Launch was a blast. Opening bands like Duxton Plains, Allura & Deputy Siren was really a fire starter, totally amazing. The closest friends and family who came got to witness everything.

The one i called the most epic + hardcore + brutal + beautiful finale ever!

The aftermath, this is love.

Thanks to Ron Blueprint for the amazing videos!

Congratulations to you guys once again and please my friends who didn't came for the show, please buy the EP! It's totally wicked.

2009-07-09T14:11:00.002+08:00

Here I Struggle With You My Brother.

This is my deepest dream.
This is how I show you my love. (My love, my love)
This is him speaking to me.
This is me speaking to you. (My love, my love)
This is him speaking through me to you.
This is him speaking through me to you.

I'm here struggling with my brothers.
I'm here struggling with my brothers.
This is the most passion you will ever see.
OH!
My heart is breaking for and with you.

Because but after all of what's between.
You still chose yourself over me.
My heart hurts and my heart breaks.
No one belongs here.
Not here where we leave our hearts.
The illusion for your weakened love.

This is not what we were made for.
Far from the compassion we have known.
Far from the love that we have shown.
He tells me that love will endure all things.
He tells me that love will endure all things.

I know that you are forever my brother. (My brother)
Here I struggle with you my brother. (My brother)

He tells me that love endures all things.
And I'll have you know
I'll have you know...

This is my
This is my deepest dream.
This is how I show you my love.
Beloved let us love one another (Beloved let us love one another)
This is my deepest dream. (This is my deepest dream)

Beloved let us love one another! Beloved let us love one another!
Beloved let us love one another
Beloved let us love one another
Beloved let us love one another
Beloved
Beloved

That you are forever my brother.
And here I struggle with you my brother.

2009-07-07T13:45:00.000+08:00

For This Cycle EP Launch.

Happening this Saturday at Scape Lab, Somerset. Catch great opening acts and also my buddies from Tacit Aria. See you there!

2009-07-06T23:48:00.002+08:00

It's Our Time Waiting.

So anyway, my Saturday was spent at One Fullerton catching "Acoustic By The Bay" Here's a video of Till' Bells & Flowers. I love this song so much and have a very strong meaning behind it. Have a look.

Currently, I just woke up from a very long nap and i hope that i could sleep back after that. I'm sorry for neglecting my blog because of Facebook and Twitter. Haha!

2009-06-26T17:07:00.002+08:00

The King Of Pop.

"Heal the world, make it a better place."
Rest in peace Michael Jackson. A man that we will be remembered for making pop music history.

2009-06-18T13:25:00.003+08:00

Holiday.

My view from my hotel room. I wish i could wake up looking at this view every morning. I've never been so relaxed and I'm happy that i've received a well deserved holiday.

2009-06-12T22:17:00.003+08:00

Attachment.

Nine weeks flies really fast when you don't keep track of the time. Yes, i still remember the first time i step in the company called "AsiaPac" and completely know nuts about what's going on. I've learned basic task such as defaulting, downgrading Operating System and cloning school images through hardisk drives.

During the weeks of internship, i kept wishing that this could end quickly and i miss school real bad. I realised how it feels to work during office hours. Trust me, with my own eyes i can see how the coporate works. Not a good sight at all and people stabing each other backs to achieve something. Pretty nasty don't you think?

But anyhoo, its great working with my new classmate, Thiam Yue. I guess our friendship bond gets stronger week after week during attachment. Thanks a ton to my supervisors, Fadilah & Woon Siong for the guidance and patience. Well, there's more to learn and attachment is only the starting. One thing for sure, i'm blessful to sail through the internship smoothly. Attachment done = Mission Accomplised!

2009-06-11T20:27:00.006+08:00

Marini's 16th.

Happy 16th Birthday Amirah Marini! I still remember the days we just met and having the utmost fun ever! How we wish we can celebrate it together. All of us here in Singapore really miss you and hopefully you can visit us reallly soon or maybe visit you in Australia if we have moolah. Anyhoo, I wish all the best in everything that you do and success in the near future!

2009-06-09T19:36:00.003+08:00

Rock The Sub Photo Journal.

Postbox: Samantha

A Vacant Affair: Josh

Caracal: Gabriel

Allura: Mark

Silhoutte: Shah

Shot with D40X. Nikon zoom lens 18-105mm.
Substation & Timbre, 6th June.

2009-06-07T03:04:00.005+08:00

Rock The Subs 2009.

I reckon that Rock The Sub was superb! Plus, if it wasn't for Syadie from Amateur Takes Control, i have to pay 21 bucks just to get in. Thanks a ton and i really appreciate it.

Postbox, Caracal, Allura , Silhoutte, The Fire Fight, The Great Spy Experiment, Amateur Takes Contol, For This Cycle & A Vacant Affair is the top favourites that i'm always looking forward to. I feel so accomplised after documenting the event.

All of us really can't denied the good supper of pan Hawaiian Pizza and Coke. That's the way to enjoy our Saturday.

Sets are at my Facebook and soon to be uploaded on my Flickr page. My first Rock The Sub was good, really good.

2009-06-05T00:55:00.003+08:00

Fad Studios & Upcoming Shows.

Here's the videos which i just uploaded from the past Fad Studios gig with Tacit Aria & Valleyskies.

Plus, do come down this evening at Far East Plaza and catch Tacit Aria & Barricade for the "STREET CLAP" band finals. See you guys there!

2009-05-31T23:27:00.004+08:00

There Goes My Hero.

I grew up with a love that made me confident and sure. Following your guidance along the path of life and helped me learn life lessons. Thank you so much for the strength you've given me.

"Remember they are your only home
Who truly comes close to you?
They are your bite and love
That flew way up above you"

Happy 46th Birthday Dad.

2009-05-27T20:04:00.003+08:00

Machinery Don't Fail Me.

It was tonnes of work during the past few days of my internship. I'm not surprised if tommorow gets busy. I was lucky to survive the lack of sleep and me coffee-ing through the day. I remember bragging about my hectic work life and i can't believe its down to the last two weeks.

Its good that i'm getting income from this attachment because i need bank. The holidays are coming and my plans on June are tight. Vacation and plus, more gigs. Talking about vacation, i have second thought about going overseas. The latest news that Singapore confirm the first case of H1N1 got me worrying at work just now.

The final showdown of Manchester United and Barcelona is tonight. Who will reign champions? For sure, it will be an intense-nail-biting game. Red Devils for the win!

2009-05-26T00:17:00.003+08:00

Keeping Pace With Planes.

Photography by Nor Asyraf.

I remembered that me and my friends were celebrating Afiq's & Riyandi 18th birthday at Changi Beach. The beautiful thing is, lots of planes flew above us. Totally breathtaking. Do visit my Flickr page to view more of my documents.

"The closest thing to me at heart
Is the furthest thing away to touch
And all these undeservers take for granted
What we deserve so much"

2009-05-22T12:27:00.000+08:00

Iluminati.

Thanks to my friend, Hafiz from Tacit Aria for introducing to me this band. Definitely one of my new favorite and this song which i kept repeating on my playlist. For your info they are touring with Paramore right now.

Hello
I'll press my lips to yours to explain
Sporadically use my tounge to re-elavte
In the form of an oxygen dream i'm dying to breathe you deeply

Someday someday i'll have to turn and walk away
To find my place i'll search this whole world over
But everything i am you've got it, you've go it
And i will return i swear i, i swear it

Though i am gone i'm still right here
Just like i've been for twnty-one years
And it's all i that i know how to be
I promise don't worry about me

Someday someday i'll have to turn and walk away
To find my place i'll search this whole world over
But everything i am you've got it, you've go it
And i will return i swear i, i swear it

I'll return to you the day your hope is freed and all the ends
I'll cauterize your hand in mine and never let go

Someday someday i'll have to turn and walk away
To find my place i'll search this whole world over
But everything i am you've got it, you've go it
And i will return i swear i, i swear it

2009-05-21T19:23:00.006+08:00

No Boundaries.

I'm watching the re runs of American Idol. I reckon this is the most entertaining season finale up to date. Congratulation to the new American Idol, Kris Allen!

Seems to me my prediction was correct. But seriously, both Adam Lambert and Kris Allen were outstanding.

I was at Cineleisure yesterday watching SavingSomeone performed. For your info, they will doing a Split EP with my buddies Tacit Aria & Fire Away, Samson. I'm stoked to see how's the progression going to be.

I did document the performance.

Check more of their tunes at myspace.com/savingsomeonemusic

2009-05-20T10:30:00.002+08:00

Bringing Back The Rock Show.

I'm so excited when i saw this on youtube. Uber coolness and plus they still look good!

2009-05-16T15:36:00.004+08:00

I was browsing through my friends blogspot and something got my attention.

Source from: butimalmostlegal.blogspot.com

Minahspeak is not limited to verbal communication. We Minahs love to text, and sure we've developed a distinct text language, sometimes you find hard to comprehend. Different Minahs have different styles, but generally, after a couple of messages, we'll adapt to each other's form of texting and we are able to understand.

But for the forever lost, here are 5 basic guidelines for Minah style texting, just to help you understand.

1. Spell everything differently.
Substitute i with y.
eg. like = lyk, nite = nyte
Substitute y with e.
eg. Hapi Bdae. Todae. Who sae I minah?

2. Be creative with shortforms.
Don't bother with 'takper' or even, 'takpe'.
Go with 'xpe'. x = tak.
You know, like when you don't want something you cross it out.

3. Use the number '0', in place of the letter 'o'.
eg. El0. K0l i.
Oh and if your prepaid is low, tell your friend, 'pp8 l0w'. (application of rule 2 and 3)

4. Reply to all messages, a 'K' will suffice.
Even if that's gonna cost you 5 cents.
Ni semua manners beb! Duit mana mana leh cari.

5. Leave out alphabets and punctuations.
'Gi mane?' can be effectively shortened to 'G ane'
If you need to ask who your friend is with, forget 'Kau ngan sape?', just go 'Ko n sape' (remember, no punctuation).
eg. ko n sape nak g ane k ku tgh siap
Don't worry, your friend will understand that euu are trying to ask her who she's with, where euu guys are headed and that euu are getting ready.

Like she said, you text like that? you know your in the scene.

2009-05-15T22:07:00.001+08:00

What a minute! WHATT?!

I've been following Mark Hoppus's twitter and reading his update of his blog. Guess what? Blink 182 is back performing on stage after four longs years and currently on tour people! It's so good to see the three amigos back together again. I can't be more happier.

Photo credit: Megan Thompson. <- Her photos are freaking amazing.

2009-05-14T20:26:00.007+08:00

Kris Allen.

Photo credits: americanidol.com

I was watching American Idol yesterday and it was down to the top 3. Adam Lambert & Danny Gokey did great on the idol stage but Kris Allen totally blew me away with his rendition of Kanye West's Heartless. I concour it was better then the original. Adam Lambert the next American Idol? Not me, my vote goes to Kris Allen.

Here is the video link of Kris Allen doing his rendition of "Heartless". Totally good stuff!

http://www.americanidol.com/videos/season_8/performances/
kris_allen_heartless

2009-05-12T01:51:00.003+08:00

Come On Get Higher.

I miss the sound of your voice
And I miss the rush of your skin
And I miss the still of the silence
As you breathe out and I breathe in

If I could walk on water
If I could tell you what's next
I'd make you believe
I'd make you forget

So come on, get higher, loosen my lips
Faith and desire and the swing of your hips
Just pull me down hard
And drown me in love
So come on, get higher, loosen my lips
Faith and desire and the swing of your hips
Just pull me down hard
And drown me in love

I miss the sound of your voice
Loudest thing in my head
And I ache to remember
All the violent, sweet
Perfect words that you said

If I could walk on water
If I could tell you what's next
I'd make you believe
I'd make you forget

So come on, get higher, loosen my lips
Faith and desire and the swing of your hips
Just pull me down hard
And drown me in love
So come on, get higher, loosen my lips
Faith and desire and the swing of your hips
Just pull me down hard
And drown me in love

I miss the pull of your heart
I taste the sparks on your tongue
I see angels and devils
And God, when you come on
Hold on, hold on, hold on, hold on

Sing sha la la la
Sing sha la la la la

Ooo Ooo Ooo...
So come on, get higher, loosen my lips
Faith and desire and the swing of your hips
Just pull me down hard
And drown me in love
So come on, get higher, loosen my lips
Faith and desire and the swing of your hips
Just pull me down hard
And drown me, drown me in love

It's all wrong, it's all wrong
It's all wrong, it's so right
So come on, get higher
So come on and get higher
'Cause everything works, love
Everything works in your arms.

2009-05-11T23:05:00.007+08:00

It's the thought that counts.

My Sunday is spent perfectly with my family members. Mother's Day, it was great and you guys would be wondering what i bought for my mother.

Something simple, a small bouquet of rose from myself and a chocolate mudpie cake from my brother just to make her day.

Today is DJ Chew Soowei's birthday!

She's one of my favourite radio DJ star on 98.7FM and getting a chance to catch up with her on every episode on Live and Loaded was awesome. I wish you for the best in the near future and also Pillowfight!

2009-05-10T01:50:00.005+08:00

Photography Sessions & Happy Mother's Day.

I have to say that i had a great time with Fafa & Idham for photography sessions. I managed to capture some shots and seriously, Chinatown is such an amazing place. I've uploaded some peektures on Facebook and soon on Flickr. Have a look!

Meet my dearest mum, well this picture was taken during last year Hari Raya.

As we all today is a very special day for Mothers all around the world. I can still remember when i was a baby crawling towards my mother asking her to carry me. Seriously i do remember. Well, my mother is a friend and my pillar of strength.

Mother is the Doctor and Nurse, all rolled into one. If it's a fever, a crying baby that won't be quieted, a cut, a broken tooth it doesn't matter. She knows how to fix it. After all, Mother knows best. She's the referee in every dispute. She is the light at the end of the tunnel, in the wake of a storm. She is my mother.

Happy Mother's Day and i love you so much.

2009-05-04T20:18:00.003+08:00

Meet The Framptons.

I'm totally digging Meg & Dia new album. You guys ought to listen to their new tunes. Awesome stuff mang!

2009-05-02T03:24:00.003+08:00

Long weekends, here i come.

I found this picture in my recycle bin. Taken in early Febuary, credit to the awesome Diyana Rahim.

I'm free from work for the next three days. I would be happy if its a longer one, i wish. Thank god i just got my pay from the past three weeks of the attachment. I have a few things to settle with it and either a nice pair of shoes would be nice.

The whole day, I was at Far East Plaza watching my friends Tacit Aria, Barricade & Valleyskies auditioning for the StreetClap! Competition. Some other bands were tight while others are pretty okay. The long wait of the results were pretty intense as we had to wait till 8.30pm . Congrats to Tacit Aria & Barricade for making it to the top final eight.

Valleyskies, honestly you guys were seriously amazing today and don't be brokenhearted much even though you didn't make it. We always support each other no matter what. Don't give up mangs!

Photos are uploaded in each band's myspaces and also in my Facebook and Flickr. Do check out my new widget on the "Online" colummn. I find it pretty cool! Later, enjoy you weekends beautiful people.

2009-04-28T20:48:00.007+08:00

Sunday's Shoutout Loud Gig.

I managed to keep up with my friends during the weekends. I certainly had a great time like always. The past Sunday, I was hanging out with Tacit Aria, For This Cycle and Face Off at Zai Studios. Despite the crappy venue and many bands back out, the other acts really kick hard butt.

I did document some of the performances.

Face Off featuring Titus and Cashvin.

They really got the crowd singing.

Tacit Aria.

Their rendition of Secret & Whisper. Oh yeah, watch out at 1:21 for Zahir's untamed growl. There was even moshing and massive head banging during their set. Great job guys.

Videos were recorded and edited by myself and do credit if you wanna use them. There's more videos at my youtube channel and also I have some more stuff uploading right now. If you had a account youtube do tell me, i will subscribe you! Other then that, enjoys the vids. =D

2009-04-24T00:28:00.006+08:00

We All Bleed The Same.

Photo credits: Diyana Rahim

Meet my bloody thumb. Thanks to this, our friendship bond gets stronger. You beautiful people know who you are.

2009-04-20T23:33:00.004+08:00

Metamorphosis just start the revolution.

It's just frustrating doing the same old routine. I realised now how my Dad used to work during the office hour. I really appreciate the opportunity but i can't wait to go back to school.

In other news.

Valley Skies uploaded their first debut song on myspace. Totally mind blowing! Check them out @ myspace.com/valleyskies

2009-04-18T02:46:00.003+08:00

"Remember they are your only home
Who truly comes close to you?
They are your bite and love
That flew way up above you......."

Tacit Aria just uploaded a new song on myspace called Flora. I'm deeply in love with the lyrics. Check it out : www.myspace.com/tacitaria

2009-04-17T01:58:00.003+08:00

Closure In Moscow.

Sick.

Attachment.

2009-04-16T21:06:00.004+08:00

It's been the past three days that i'm on going with the attachment. Fyi, i've been attached to a company called AsiaPac located around Henderson Road. So far the working environment is fine and its good that i managed to interact some of the staffs during my first day.

Never in my life, i handle more than 100 notebooks a day. It's crazy! But on the brightside, i got the chance to see the new models before you guys. HAHA *Evil laugh. I really concour about this statement, "Do it right the first time, on time and every time". You screw up? Dead meat. Note to self: Be really careful while doing my job or else...

All i can say that i'm really blessed to get hold of this opportunity and also following the footstep of my father of being an IT Specialist. Well, its a long way to go.

2009-04-12T23:26:00.002+08:00

Holidays, you've been missed.

Since tommorow is the start of my attachment, i've have to sleep early. Darn it, i will surely miss the sleepless night. I'm blessful that i've spend my holiday with my family and friends. Let's just say it's well spent. Thank you.

2009-04-11T11:56:00.000+08:00

Weekend Buzz.

I've been cracking my head whether to choose either attachment or school project. But thankfully, i've made a decision to do the attachment. Let's just say opportunity comes one in a while and i don't want to regret not grabbing it. It's starting first thing tommorow morning. Yes, i'm really nervous but excited.

Other then that, i met up with Tacit Aria & also the guys from Saving Someone for the discussion of their EP Launch.

Everything went well just now and all of us were taking advantage of the $3 chillers at Gloria Jeans. I'm really stoked that i get to work together with them. Hopefully things go to plan!

2009-04-09T02:27:00.002+08:00

Shock Sessions: Hey Monday Acoustic.

2009-04-08T13:15:00.004+08:00

Sakinah's 20TH Birthday Zoo Outing!

Its was Sakinah's big day yesterday and all us wanted to make the celebration abit different by visitng the Singapore Zoological Gardens! It's been years since i visit the place. I was heap excited!

I've miss my furry and reptile friends already. More pictures are at my facebook album. I bet everybody was enjoying themselves. Hey guys, what about making Night Safari our next stop for our next outing.

2009-04-07T03:01:00.008+08:00

Today's special, its two for one!

HAPPY 20TH BIRTHDAY SAKINAH!

HAPPY 21ST BIRTHDAY IRFAN!

Firstly, I love you guys and make today the best of it. I wish the best for the both of you in the near future and achieving in what you're doing!

2009-04-06T15:54:00.004+08:00

A name too long to cheer for, but not too hard to forget.

That long title is define as a band called Hot Prospect For The Future. Yesterday, they performed at Fad Studios and it was my first. I really enjoyed it and also still looking forward to more of their gigs.

Visit their myspace for info & amazing tunes: http://myspace.com/hpftf

2009-04-04T19:21:00.004+08:00

Hakim's Farewell BBQ Party.

Everything went perfectly well yesterday. The delish food and not forgetting the good company of friends. We manage to survive the sleepless nights. Its was fun and Hakim have a safe trip to Hongkong. Dude, you will be missed. After this, i really need some good sleep.

12 Rounds.

2009-04-02T23:30:00.001+08:00

Ni hao people. I'm totally impressed by myself that i can actually wake up from only a 3 hours of sleep. Basically i was on my laptop the whole night and listening to AM Mayhem at 6 in the morning.I was lucky to talk to Mr Young & Ms. Vandetta from 98.7FM. They are totally funny people and its was a hilarious conversation. The question they asked: What is the first thing in your mind when you wake up? Go figure.

Moving Outing!

I met up with familigia to watch 12 Rounds.

John Cena was the main actor in this movie. WORD-LIFE! This movie is really good and you guys ought to catch it. Totally action packed!

At the Burger King having lunch before catching the show. Well actually, i was craving for the Whopper Burger. Especially with loads of pickles in your burger. GOOD STUFF MANG!

After the movie, we came across this outlet...

My order, it's called a waffle burger.

The food wasn't the way i expected. It was okay but the quantity is really small yet expensive. But its a nice choice for supper.

While waiting for my friends to end their work shift, we hang out at the Fountain Of Wealth. Seriously speaking, its my first time being near to the fountain.

Music surrounds and awesome lights, totally beautiful.

Pretty much that wraps up my day outside. I'm looking forward for tommorow's Hakim Farewell BBQ. Later!

How You Love Me Now.

2009-04-01T03:51:00.004+08:00

Its about time the new video premieres! Simply sensational.

I'm Going Down Under!

2009-03-30T23:50:00.006+08:00

Photo credits to Artie Photography.

GOOD DAY MATE! It would be a greatest dream come true to be greeted that way yeah? For a guy who has never been on a plane, no doubt this is going to be more than a dream.

My heart wants me to be in Melbourne now.

Australia is definitely a place to be to have a wonderful culinary experience. Having a passion for culinary, I would love to be given a chance to witness how magic is done through food. They produced very well known chefs like Jamie Oliver and Curtis Stone, who are successful in their shows and selling millions of their well written books. Curtis Stone started his career in Melbourne and Jamie Oliver documented Jamie’s Kitchen in Melbourne and one of the well known culinary schools, Keiser University is also situated there. Melbourne can’t be the wrong destination for me to expose myself to the Australian Culinary.

God knows how thrilling it is going to be to experience balloon flights over Melbourne and going up to Melbourne 360! I’m already dreaming about it now. It is going to be a priceless experience to discover Melbourne from a bird’s eye view and a great way to witness the beautiful place from high above. I would not want to miss Yarra River, the city's tourism and recreation heart! Through Melbourne’s water taxi, this is going to be a great way to relax your mind and at the same time having the most beautiful sight in front of your eyes.

Beside the great places, I do want to experience how life is down there. Singapore is a fast paced country and everything happens so fast down here, and from what I heard from friends in Australia, it is way different down there. Maybe find out reasons why Singaporeans are migrating there.

I have met and interact with people from Australia, and it is amazing to hear the Australian accent!*SMILES

Being in Melbourne is another step closer to seeing my one love again. Bring me to the greatest dream, bring me to Melbourne.

Photography Updates.

2009-03-30T13:23:00.007+08:00

I don't wanna keep dust and spiderwebs on my flickr site. Here its goes, i've uploaded new pictures of the recent Baybeats Audition 2009.

They Still Got Erection From Aliens.

2009-03-29T12:59:00.000+08:00

I seriously can't wait for their new album.

Baybeats Audition Round 2 2009.

2009-03-28T23:58:00.000+08:00

Tacit Aria did well during the audition just now. But its up to the judges to choose the best eight out of sixteen. Congratulation on making this far and keep your heads high.You people look good on the Esplanade stage. Proud of you guys! The best of luck to you lads for the final results. Win or lose, we still got you back.

Take Time To Discover.

2009-03-27T02:50:00.007+08:00

Hey guys, apologies again for the lack of updates. It's been a hectic week for me like always. The past family chalet i had at Aloha Loyang was totally a blast and i've missed the fun time already.

I met my friends at Bugis to had a sheesha session cum discussion about next week BBQ for Hakim's Farewell. Alhamdulilah that the pit was already booked and now we are only left with the foods. Hopefully, this turns out to be a successful one!

The weekends are coming up! and so there's nothing you can't be missed!
My homies from Tacit Aria will be performing at the Esplanade's outdoor theater this coming 28th of March, along with the other bands who have made it through the first round of the Baybeats audition.

AUDITION FINAL ROUND – Esplanade Outdoor Theatre

1300hrs – 1315hrs Vermillion
1315hrs – 1330hrs Tacit Aria
1330hrs – 1345hrs Loop De Lye
1345hrs – 1400hrs Audiocean
1400hrs – 1415hrs ExDee
1415hrs – 1430hrs For Better Endings
1430hrs – 1445hrs Face Off
1445hrs – 1500hrs Quasimodo
1500hrs – 1545hrs Break
1545hrs – 1600hrs Trella
1600hrs – 1630hrs Meza Virs
1615hrs – 1630hrs Lunar Node
1630hrs – 1645hrs Flawed Element
1645hrs – 1700hrs Barricade
1700hrs – 1715hrs Suicide Solution
1715hrs – 1730hrs Breakbeat Theory
1730hrs – 1745hrs Stellastory

Do come down to watch the other bands as well! Hope to see you guys there!

2009-03-20T00:59:00.003+08:00

Your the direction i'll follow.

It's been months since i visited my Dad and finally today i got the chance. I'm so happy to see him and my grandmother. I'm not afraid to say this and to tell you guys the truth, I always get emotional every time i meet them. But today was really different.

Not like the other days, grandma, dad and I had a deeper conversation with each other today. She told me that she wants her grandchildren to succeed. Furthermore, with god's will, she wants at least one of us to enter the university. Watching her in tears and telling me about what's happening right now nearly made me broke into tears too.

As an older sibling, I realised and also there's something i must prove to them. Dearest dad & grandma I love you so much.

2009-03-19T01:22:00.002+08:00

Sentosa Outing 2009.

Another successful outing organised by my very own brother. Once again, i spend a day with familigia at Sentosa. Despite the low attendance and hot weather, we still had fun.

2009-03-17T02:41:00.010+08:00

Do What You Wanna Do!

It was a month back i watched them live. Totally mind-blowing and please come back to Singapore for another concert. I miss you guys badly.

I was delighted to catch Mocca today at the Esplanade Concourse. Since i miss their performance at the outdoor theatre yesterday, i ought not to miss this one.

Filled with fruity guitar tunes with joyful lyrics to sing along with. I feel like a small chap listening to them just now, truly amazing.

Jon Chan, from Plainsunset was exceptional.

His numbers were brilliant like always but there's something he said that struck me. Quoted:

"It doesn't mean if you're in a band from Singapore, you're no good. You just need exposure. Who knows, it may not be me but you can change the scene and show it to people in 10 years time. Keep on supporting local music."

All of us can make the difference.

2009-03-16T02:38:00.004+08:00

Mosaic Music Festival 2009.

Yuna's voice is beautiful. Check her out: http://www.myspace.com/yunaroomrecords

2009-03-15T11:20:00.006+08:00

I need a minute on this.

First of all, there's something to smile about because i'm done with my exams and its the holidays for me!. During the examination period, i had a really bad fever but i managed to sail through it smoothly.

I wanted to apologise for the lack of updates because there's too much events going on and there's loads to talk about, seriously. On the other note, I celebrated my brother & Riyandi's birthday at Changi Beach. Its was a successful surprise and totally caught them off guard. Think about this, how about blindfolding your brother and throw him into a lorry and drove him for an hour journey to Changi. HAHA. Anyway,

Happy Belated 18th Birthday Nor Afiq & Riyandi.

Look at that, totally epic.

I was at NUS yesterday for the Elementalism/ NUS Arts Festival 2009.

Allura, The Fire Fight & The Great Spy Experiment were tight!

Besides that, its a wonderful Sunday morning and for the first time i woke up early. HAHA. I'm gonna have my breakfast at the moment, its Laksa! My grandma knows how to cook up a storm. Mosaic Music Festival later in the evening, see you go-ers there!

2009-03-07T13:30:00.004+08:00

Redundance Streams & They Choose To Ladeda.

Finally i got my hands on the Allura album.

Tracklist includes :-

1)Liberty With Wings
2)Sangwich
3)Gamajazillion
4)Closure
5)Limbo
6)Ladeda

I totally dig Gamajazillion & Ladeda. Allura did a good job on the album. You guys should grab it. Support local!

2009-03-05T03:34:00.007+08:00

Live & Loaded Episode 6.

The show keeps on getting better and better every week without fail. This week episode was off the hook. West Grand Boulevard, one of my favourite local bands rock the stage yesterday night and not to forget, the other acts were pretty good as well.

This turn around, the studio wasnt't jammed pack.

Opening act, West Grand Boulevard.

Claire on the violin with Dharma from West Grand Boulevard.

A sneak preview of some of the other acts.

Aftermath & hanging around backstage with the local stars.

Bryan from West Grand Boulevard!

Utt Uttsada!

Finally i've met the beautiful Taya Rogers.

With Soo & Jonny!

Currently i can't sleep because i just woke up from my 6 hours of nap.Its my exams next week and it's gonna be a long mugging weekend for me. Later!

2009-03-02T00:46:00.010+08:00

Meet & Greet Session With The All-American Rejects.

I would like to thank Nokia for organising this event! How wonderful can it be? A free concert and also a meet & greet sessions with the band!?

The event was held outside the Heeren Mall. I reached an hour early just to play safe and luckily the queue wasn't that long. One of the security guard gave me a free All-American Rejects Album and a photo collection pass. I thought he was selling it to me but i was told the first 50 people gets a free album and have a photo taken with the band. You guys have no idea how happy I am. HAHA.

Tyson Ritter is a humurous guy.

Autograph Session.

Me & DJ Rozz from 98.7FM.

I received a free poster as well but the organizers told the crowd that we are only allowed to get a cd or either a poster signed. Bummer but its ok.

FINALLY!

SAY HELLO TO THE ALL-AMERICAN REJECTS PEOPLE!

They are more crazy then the crowd, shouting, screaming and acting like small kids. HAHA!

Again, i didn't come home empty handed and look at the stuff i've got.

This stuff will be put on a frame and will be hang inside my closet.

I still can believe it. Getting a group hug from the band was priceless. I really had fun. Please visit Singapore for another concert!

2009-02-28T23:23:00.000+08:00

The All-American Rejects Live In Singapore.

Oh my 2009 started really well, first a free concert to Fall Out Boy and now watching The All-American Rejects for free! I can't believe it.

We had to wear stripes in order to get in for free.

The funny guys from Muttons To Midnight and thanks to them I won the Fall Out Boy tickets.

The Set List and their wicked instruments!

The All-American Rejects getting ready backstage.

At exactly 10 o'clock the show begins!

I was shouting and singing along with them through out their set. Even though they only play 6 songs and lasted for 22 minutes, its really worth it. Its not everytime you get a free concert.

Me & Diyana got picks from them!

That's the first, we got to meet Chris afterwards and took photos with him while he was smoking outside the hotel lobby. How lucky!?

Me & Chris! He was so tired till he need my shoulders. He's really nice.

All of us with Chris.

Its was a wonderful night but its not as great what i did today. I've got more to tell. Stay tune!

2009-02-27T17:02:00.010+08:00

They're Gonna Give You Hell.

The All American Rejects are performing here in Singapore tonight! Don't believe me read below:

Sources from Singapore Music Forum & Zouk.

The much anticipated launch for the new Nokia 5800 XpressMusic and Comes with Music service is finally here. Join us at the Nokia Music Lounge at Zouk carpark for a night of fun and music. Come dressed in stripes and qualify for a chance to purchase the newly- launched Nokia 5800 Comes With Music touchscreen device at an insane price of 58 cents!

Zouk’s resident DJ, Brandon P. will be on hand to spin the tunes to start you on that music high, followed by live performances from a beatboxer and chart-blazing rock band, The All-American Rejects from the USA. After that, dance the night away in Zouk with Deadmau5.

So come in your stripey best and earn your right to have an awesome time!

EARN YOUR RIGHT TO PARTY!

Get into the mood of the party and wear anything with stripes. Zebra-print tops, rainbow-striped socks or funky golf pants, you name it. As long as you’re got stripes, you will receive a serialised Comes with Music wrist tag which automatically entitles you to the following:
1) 1st draw: Chance to be one of 58 lucky people to purchase the new Nokia 5800 Comes With Music at 58 cents on the spot.

2) 2nd Draw: Chance to be one of 58 indivduals to receive a voucher to purchase the new Nokia 5800 Comes With Music at $258 off.

3) Free Nokia Bluetooth headset with purchase of Nokia 5800 Comes With Music device when you produce the wrist tag at Nokia Store in Suntec City. While stocks last.

4) Free entry into Zouk on the same night before 12am for the first 400 people with wrist tags.

5) Priority queue into Zouk before 12am on the same night.

6) A night of guaranteed fun!

*Club rules apply

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

9pm Party starts at Zouk carpark
9:30pm Beatboxer Stitch
10pm The All-American Rejects! <-------------
10:58pm Launch of Nokia 5800 XpressMusic & Comes with Music
5800 for 58 cents Lucky Draw.
1am Deadmau5 in Zouk Club

2009-02-26T18:11:00.005+08:00

Be my guest, race through the red lights.

I'm just glad that i sailed smoothly during my Computing & Networking practical test just now. What's left are my Visual Basic Project, Cisco Assignments and my examinations. This coming two weeks are gonna be quite intense and its all about hitting the notes. I will be smiling to myself when everything is done.

Episode 5 of Live and loaded was just alright because im only looking forward to see Trella perform.

The first time i saw them performed was at the Silhouette Ep launch and they were pretty good.

Like always, i never fail to meet up with DJ Soowei at backstage. I think its like our 5th photo together. HAHA!

And a photo with our friends from Trella!

West Grand Boulevard & Firefight on next week episode. I'm going of course, hopefully to see the regular customers. Later!

2009-02-23T00:50:00.003+08:00

They Wanna Discopop!

I won't be updating much, here's a sypnopsis of what i did the past weekend.
It started with the Postbox EP Launch. The best night ever, Postbox's performance was amazing and totally blewed me off. A beautiful moment I would say.

This are the wonderful people involve during the launch, all of us had fun. I promise to have a proper update soon. It's been a pretty hectic and busy week for me. Later!

2009-02-19T23:25:00.009+08:00

Got Local?

I was at the Live and loaded last tuesday and it was just okay. All the bands were great and rocking out but the crowd sucks. Come on people, you guys can do better then that. Let's bring the hype on the next show! Here's some pictorials during the show.

Showcase of some locals act performing.

Backstage with the local stars.

My pillowfight buddy, Chew Soowei.

You know him, UTT!

Cute little Inch from Allura.

Us with Jonny.

Me & Hidayah with Allura.

I will be on next week tuesday for Live and loaded again, grab you tickets now!

Latest update also, my friends from Postbox will having their EP launch this Saturday at Scape Lab, tickets will be selling at 15 bucks.

It comes with a Postbox EP. If your the one of ealier 50 guest, you get yourself a free scape goodie bag & Big Ear Musica Compilation Cd. Guest band performing including For The Cycle, Lazy Susan & Lunar Node. For me info of Postbox, visit their myspace @ www.myspace.com/postboxband

2009-02-17T14:53:00.006+08:00

The credits are rolling once again.

I'm stuck in school with assignments undone and trying to complete it a.s.a.p. Here's a something i would to like to share , its the recent Fall Out Boy concert. Getting an encore from Fall Out Boy? Have a look..

I still mark this as the best concert i've been to, period.

I'm going once again and can't wait to Ladeda - ING
with Allura and the other bands. Updates really soon. Later doodz!

2009-02-16T01:54:00.002+08:00

`Stardust.

I was at the Stardust roadshow in Heeren watching Tacit Aria performed. They were pretty tight and musically great. For some who missed the show.

Here's a vid of Tacit Aria performing Telepathy.

Credits to Afiq from Hot Prospects for the Future for recording the video.

You guys can also be part of the Stardust and join the competition. A soloist, in a band or even have a dance group? can be part of it. The prizes are $10,000 cash & prizes to be won which includes: Free recording demos with Leonard Soosay, dance classes, Epiphone guiter and Nike products. So what are you waiting for? Register online at stardustsg.com. Note that the deadline for registration is on 20th Feb 2009! Be quick and don't delay.

2009-02-15T00:30:00.003+08:00

"Touch it" Aria.

Short update, here's the spill. Tacit Aria will be performing later on at The Heeren at 7.3Opm. Hey guys, its free and do give some support. That's the first, secondly they will performing again on the 22nd of February at Armed with Music @ Terry’s Tavern. Tickets will be sold at S$ 8 person,i will be selling the tickets and if guys you really wanna just leave me a tag. Later alligator.

2009-02-13T23:07:00.004+08:00

Singapore is a million miles from Florida.

Its Friday and i spend the whole day lazing at home. No plans how fantastic.
I just finish uploading three videos. How i wish youtube can upload much more faster. Here are some videos i would like to share since my friends are already asking for it.

Cassadee takes the stage with her acoustic guitar playing "Candles" and interact with the crowd after the song.

Remembering i told you that this is the best Fall Out Boy opening ever, i totally reckon that. Playing the intro and their hit song "Thanks for the memories".

ONE MORE SONG! ONE MORE SONG! Everybody in the arena was chatting for Fall Out Boy to play their very last song. We won and get the encore! Its time to hit the old school when they play the song "Saturday". Look around 2:46 when Pete Wentz got pulled in the crowd. It CRAZY!

Tommorow is SATURDAY! and i need to hit the bed real soon because i have work tommorow morning. Do enjoy the vids and feel free to visit my youtube page and comment. Since it Valentine's Day tommorow, have a romantic weekend you lovebirds!

2009-02-13T04:21:00.004+08:00

She's ready to roll because tonight is different.

Greeting chaps! I'm back with a new Hey Monday clip. Here are they performing the song "Obvious".

This song got my groove on and i love it because its very catchy. Cassadee is gorgeously cute when she jumps up and down like that. Anyways, enjoy the vid. Hey Monday is having a show at Manila afterwards. Thanks for visiting Singapore and hopefully to come back with a sold out concert. I wish you guys the best!

2009-02-12T01:16:00.006+08:00

Set off all the fires & off the alarms.

Courtesy of Hey Monday, this is their backstage video in Singapore Indoor Stadium and credits to Jersey for filming it, thanks dude! You guys are awesome.

Here's a clip i just uploaded of Hey Monday performing the song "Set Off" from their debut album.Like i said, i was dead front enjoying myself. There more videos of them and also Fall Out Boy to be upload. So check it out soon for more updates. Enjoy the vid!

2009-02-11T17:24:00.013+08:00

Big Night Out With Hey Monday & Fall Out Boy.

It started with winning tickets from 98.7FM and i'm so thankful. Once again, if it wasn't for you guys i won't be there yesterday. Here's the diary of myself during the concert.

I've been to the Fall Out Boy previous concert at Max Pavillion last two years and i reached there late and have to wait long back in line. I've learnt, so i came early at 3pm and lucky the line was still short, phew. I waited for 4hours & 30 minutes to finally enter the arena, enduring the long hours and crowd but to get dead front was absolutely worth it.

Hey Monday, open up the set with a tremendous performance. Even though they are still new in the music scene. Only 10 months, they really now how to please the audience. But i was seriously looking forward to see them live before that.

With a set list of songs which includes "Candles", "How You Love Me Now" & "Homecoming". But its pretty sad because some of the crowd didn't knew this band yet and i was like the only one singing along and everybody was giving me this awkward look. HAHA! Hopefully they will Homecoming! once again to Singapore and rock the stage again like last night.

Fall Out Boy was no difference, they freaking owned Singapore Indoor Stadium! I was singing through out their performance. I was happy they played some of their old songs and also a few songs from the "Folie A Deux" album.

Some crazy moments during the concert!

That's not the end, after the show i thought of going home but i heard screaming fans running through this direction and i was wondering what's the commotion about.
Any guess?

HEY MONDAY WAS FREAKING BACKSTAGE!!!
I quickly rush to the barricade and asking every band members to autograph my Hey Monday Album! That's only the first thing. Something priceless is...

A photo with them!

Elliot James was sick on the drums!

The one and only CASSADEE!

Cass asked me to smile with teeths wide open!

A hug from Cassadee.

Elliot & Cass gave me each a hug personally! Its not always you got to meet these people. But mine with Cass was different because i had to ask her permission first.

Me : "Hey Cass, before i leave can i have a hug?
Cass : "Of course , i would love too! "

She gave me the tightest hug ever and its something to be remembered. Lastly, i didn't come home empty handed.

My desktop wallpaper of Hey Monday.

Autographed "Hey Monday" Album signed by all the band members and Cass gave her lip gloss. HAHA! I have no idea what to do with the lip gloss and it smells sweet. I think its strawberry =].

What a night!

2009-02-10T00:45:00.008+08:00

It's just moments away, but another great news.

I was smiling to myself while signing the paper to redeem my prize. Once again thank you very much Muttons To Midnight!

In a few hours i will be singing along with Fall Out Boy & Hey Monday. Those going, hopefully we bumped into each other.

Another great news is, the punk rock trio Blink 182 REUNITES!

I can't believe my ears when i heard that. If you guys don't believe, just go to youtube. They were on The Grammys giving the award for the best rock music. How good can it be.

2009-02-07T13:44:00.005+08:00

`Cause we all bleed the same.

I just came back work and i was lucky to survive from my only two hours of sleep. I'm completely half dead right now. Okay here it goes, i've been going out this few days photoshooting with Tacit Aria's & Anna Judge April's jamming session.

Yesterday, my friends from Valley Skies & Tacit Aria had a gig outside
Far East Plaza organise by "Street Clap". Both bands performed their very best and they were amazing.

Valley Skies.

Tacit Aria.

The night didn't just end there. Later on after that, we had dinner together and spend time outside Takashimaya. Playing Truth or Dare and kudos to everyone because all of them was being supportive.

One big happy family, i love them all. I'm going OUT soon to meet Valley Skies for their photoshoot. Later!

2009-02-05T04:27:00.009+08:00

Live & Loaded can't get any better, and DJ Soo called me?

Thanks to Syamim, due to the last minute call i was the Episode Two of Live & Loaded. The show kept getting better and believe me, i was letting my hair down and enjoying myself yesterday night!

Esmond from Vertical Rush.

Matt & Rudi from A Vacant Affair.

With Wacky Jonny!

The host of the show, UTT!

Grooving to Jack & Rai, jumping up and down to the sound of Vertical Rush and moshing and headbanging to the A Vacant Affair. It was awesome and i was sweating like a dog after the show. I was also caught off guard with Chew Soowei & Jonny always coming towards me and keep interviewing me. Never fail to meet them everytime.

Talking about them, somebody called me randomly today.
Its none other then...

DJ Soowei from 98.7FM!

HAHA, I was really shocked and speechless when i got the unexpected phone call from her. Yeap i was live with her on radio talking about the show Live & Loaded. Here's the sneak preview clip.

Listening back, it was a funny conversation and she's really outgoing and friendly. Mark my words Soo, i will be on every episode! HAHA.

2009-02-02T23:29:00.004+08:00

I don't need no much, just gimme avocado shakes.

Apparently i had no school because i was excused from the Chingay Parade last night and also a medical leave due to my thumb accident. I met up with Ris before meeting Diyana and Hydhir at NYP. My purpose going there is to submit my DAE application for the course in Nanyang Poly. Trying my luck applying, who knows i got lucky and get enrolled there. Wish me luck!

We then headed to Harbourfront Center because Diyana is finally getting her DSLR back! She was telling me that all the money she had to pay for the service which cost S$130 plus and only left with 20 dollars to survive. Haha!

All of us haven't had our breakfast and we were starving, and Ris recommended the best place to eat...

We ate the nearest hawker centre opposite Harbourfront centre, and believe me that there's one stall which sells chicken rice and i heard they are the best in town. So go figure and find the stall.

Near evening, Diyana brought us to her old school at MDIS. Chilling at the school's cafeteria and now, she recommended me the best drink she loved. The "Avocado Chocolate Shake" . First time trying and i'm loving it. Please bring me there again with the guys again. HAHA!

Credits to Diyana for teaching me how to take really good shots.

2009-02-02T02:46:00.003+08:00

Sun Tzu is a Telepathist.

www.myspace.com/tacitaria.

Tacit Aria just recorded and uploaded their new track called Telepathy. Zahir's vocals was really amazing and the guitar riffs and the mixings were just brilliant. Another notice, catch them on 6th Feb at Far East Plaza together with Valley Skies and we hope to see you there.

It's about time local music got heard!

2009-02-01T04:42:00.005+08:00

Homecoming to Singapore.

If its not for Muttons to Midnight from 98.7FM, i won't be coming to the Fall Out Boy concert this 10 February. I'm heaps excited because its my second time going. They also told me i've won tickets and also got a copy of the "HEY MONDAY" album. I've no idea about this band till i check it out at their Myspace page. To my surprised, this band reminds me of Paramore.

Link : http://www.myspace.com/heymonday

This American alternative rock band from West Palm Beach, Florida, United States will be COMING TO SINGAPORE! PAWNAGE!

7 Feb 2009 18:00
***SOLD OUT*** Studio Coast w/Fall Out Boy Tokyo, Japan
8 Feb 2009 18:00
***SOLD OUT*** Studio w/ Fall Out Boy
10 Feb 2009 18:00
Singapore Indoor Stadium w/ Fall Out Boy Singapore
13 Feb 2009 18:00 <- WOO!
Araneta Coliseum w/Fall Out Boy Manila
15 Feb 2009 18:00
Challenge Stadium w/Fall Out Boy Perth, Australia
17 Feb 2009 18:00
Entertainment Centre w/Fall Out Boy Adelaide, Australia
18 Feb 2009 18:00
Rod Laver Arena w/Fall Out Boy Melbourne, Australia
20 Feb 2009 18:00
Entertainment Center w/Fall Out Boy Brisbane, Australia
21 Feb 2009 18:00
Entertainment Centre w/Fall Out Boy Sydney, Australia

They will be an opening band for Fall Out Boy for the whole "Folie à Deux " tour. I can't wait to see them perform live. This can't get any better!

2009-01-31T05:53:00.005+08:00

Thumb Cut Dilemma.

I just came back the hospital and got my thumb stitched. I've got cut by a photo frame which was broken and i thought it was plastic but it was glass. A small accident, yet a very nasty one.

Before that, I was out with guys yesterday for sheesha-ing session. I thought the bleeding had stop but when i was about to clean the wound, it didn't stop dripping and was bleeding profusely.

I had to rush to the nearest hospital at Raffles and they say my finger need medical attention straight away. Just the stiching excluding the medicine and consultation is S$300 plus. One of the doctors said that SGH had a flat rate on the stiching and consultation of only $90, which i found much more reasonable.

We make our way to SGH a.s.a.p. The waiting lasted for 2 hours and stiching for 15 minutes. Overall im just glad that my thumb is fix.

I'm really touched for the concern and the time that you guys gave in to me.
To Ris, Hydhir , Feizt , Khidhir , Irfan thank you for accompanying to the Raffles hospital. Especially to Zahir for driving me to SGH and sending me home and also to Irma & Diyana for the comapany at the hospital. From the bottom of my heart i love you guys so much, Seriously guys i owe you people a lot.

2009-01-30T18:09:00.005+08:00

Retard face on TV!

If you guys catch Live and loaded last Tuesday, i was on TV! Here's a glimpse of the video of Utt interviewing the awesome Leonard Soosay.

Click on the picture to view the vid.

Credits to Inch Chua for the videos. Thanks a ton!
That was hella crazy, well im off to meet up Tacit Aria & Diyana afterwards.

2009-01-28T23:23:00.007+08:00

Live & Loaded.

First and foremost, thank you very much to Soowei for the tickets for the Live & Loaded. I was lucky enough to win four tickets and an opportunity to bring my friends along.

Live and loaded, is an integrated music concept where they “expose” local music acts and “showcase” local, regional and international music stars. And yes, i was on the very first episode of the show.

Familiar local band such as The Great Spy Experiment & Electrico performed and along side with other local acts. All of them were amazing and more importanly the atmoshphere.

Soo, Jonny & Utt host the show with perfection. Body Surfing & moshpits was the energy to make the show more hype and trust me I really had a good time. While the other leave the studios, me and friends were lucky enough to stay back for a while and got interview by the amazing SOO!

Pink hair and pink boot? She rock like always and the cool thing is she
still remembers me. AWESOME!

With SOO & JONNY!

Hanging back stage & eating mandarin oranges with Electrico was fun.
They're down to earth and really friendly.

Well, this are the people who made the night happen, thank you guys!

Hopefully, i got tickets for the next show and guess what? A Vacant Affair is performing! I so wanna go. Later!

2009-01-26T14:56:00.007+08:00

Gong Xi Fa Cai!

Happy Lunar New Year to all my chinese friends and have a splendid time during this two days of this festive season. As for me, i just finished working and now resting at home. It was tiring waking up in the morning but to think about, during the morning shift there's not many customer and after your done, you can have the whole day to yourself. Guess what, i even get hang bao from my Manager. Hhaa, uber coolness.

Glimpes of Chinatown..

I was strolling around Chinatown to snap some pictures into my collection. Its was pretty quiet and i thought its gonna be busy as what i expected but i was wrong. More pictures at my flickr page. Later!

2009-01-24T00:58:00.006+08:00

Whereabouts with Early Summer Rain.

"Early Summer Rain", another local band in the making. Check out my flickr for somemore newstuff. I'm really gonna have a busy weekend coming up. Sorry guys for the lack of updates. Later!

2009-01-19T20:54:00.002+08:00

Simon's Cat

Funny, yet an irritating cat. HAHA!

2009-01-18T18:07:00.017+08:00

I Need Caffeine Pronto.

Hi guys, i had a really busy time yesterday. Pretty much i spend my whole Saturday outside.Firstly, I met up with Tacit Aria to have a photoshoot with them around Somerset area. Since Ris need a good photo for this year Baybeats submission, i ought to help them out.

All photos were shot using the Nikon D40X.
Irfan was being a butthole disturbing and making all of us laugh during the photoshoot. Even myself i can't help it and joined in the laughter too.
More photos can be found in my flickr : http://www.flickr.com/norasyraf.

We headed to Youth Park to watch the Live & Loaded.
My favourite band Allura, Plainsunset & A Vacant Affair were performing. And not to forget my favourite DJ Soowei was there also!

Allura

Plainsunset!

And finally, off to Scape Lab to support our friends from Silhouette and it was their EP launch. Once again, the opening band were great with featuring bands from Abject Poetry, Trella & Caracal.

Abject Poetry

Trella

Caracal

Featuring Matt from AVA for screaming back vocals!

The main event, Silhoutte!

Everything wraps up with a group photo and i was lucky to catch the last train that night, pheww.

KC from Caracal and together with Inch & Mark from Allura!

Martin from Caracal!

I remember i was sweating like a dog on that night and also having a freaking kick ass time! Later guys.

2009-01-16T01:42:00.004+08:00

Refresh 2009 Gig Videos.

Anna Judge April - 'Till Bells & Flowers.

Tacit Aria - Realise.

Here's the videos i've promised. Enjoy!
Do check out their music page @ myspace too.
http://www.myspace.com/tacitaria
http://www.myspace.com/annajudgeaprilonline

2009-01-12T01:21:00.007+08:00

Continual Of Refresh '09.

"Holding a gun now turning you message down.
Listening commands, commands your repeating.
See myself as a legal criminal...."

The song keeps playing in my head.
Hey guys, i just came back from the Singapore Art's Museum and Din was there with me. The gig was really off the heezay, thumbs up to all the bands performing just now.

Sneak peek.

Anna Judge April.

Tacit Aria.

Both my friends from Anna Judge April & Tacit Aria really rocked hard tonight. Good job guys. I've recorded some of their performance and soon to be uploaded here.

The aftermath.

Finally Din knows how lame and funny my friends are. HAHA!

Classmates.

All of us had dinner at the nearest coffee shop and slack for hour. And its nothing without jokes and laughter with them around. Funny thing is, have you seen someone falling down and broke a chair because of a lame joke. HAHAH! It's hella funny.

I'm sleeping with a smile on my face since Man. United beats Chelsea three to nothing and also break a leg to all O' level candidates taking their results tommorow!

2009-01-10T22:49:00.012+08:00

NYP Open House.

I still remember going to the last year open house, but this year was much more better. This time around, its the first ever night open house. I've been listening to 98.7FM lately and they have been advertising about NYP and i ought to go.

How fantastic.
Hype emcee from 98.7FM, Mr Young & Soowei was hilarious.
not forgetting, entertaining night with performance from Plainsunset, Vacant Affair and also featuring Haizad Imran's band. He's well-known actor from Suria and a former student in NYP. There's also contest and games involve.

Layar Andayu Cast.

Haizad Imran.

Guess who i finally met?
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CHEW SOOWEI, the geek in the pink! Yes, she's one of my favourite radio DJ.
I never fail to call her up to talk to her online and request for songs.
So, weekdays from 12am - 3am listen
to Pillowfight with SOO! on 98.7 FM!

Talking about games, Soowei was asking everybody.... "Who has the biggest shoe size" Syamim and the gang had to point the finger at me and guess what? I've won myself a prize. Now, the whole NYP knew that i've the biggest shoe size. Haha.

For your info people, I wear a Size 13.

Wow, what a blast. I swear I really had fun but regret moshing during
Plainsunset performance and now my back is really messed up. Anyone give massages for free?

2009-01-09T04:22:00.008+08:00

REFRESH 09!

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Admission is free.
The event will be held at Singapore Arts Museum from 3.30 pm to 10pm.
My friends from Anna Judge April & Tacit Aria will be performing.
Do spread the word and hopefully to see you guys this
Sunday because i'll be there!

Here's a sneak preview of what Anna Judge April is about.

2009-01-07T01:37:00.003+08:00

You Know What’s Awesome?

My friends showed me this clip early in school just now. It’s pretty amazing. Just think of the amount of time it took to learn this.

2009-01-04T23:38:00.004+08:00

Back To School.

There's something for me smile or perhaps not.
Flashback, like i've said that i want to spend my December really well?
I've accomplished that but there's a thing im not looking forward tommorow..

SCHOOL!

I was like asking for confirmation to everyone in MSN whether there's school tommorow. And one of my buds were asking me this, "YOU SURE THERE'S SCHOOL TOMORROW?" Hilarious.

My classmates, the kings of corney jokes and crap.

For sure im going to miss the late nights but on the other hand, its the new school term and the exams are around the corner. Maybe its a good time for me to buck up and get my head in the game.

On the other note, my little cousin will turn 10 tommorow.
We did an advance celebration for him today.

Happy belated 10th birthday Syabil!

2009-01-03T05:46:00.004+08:00

Enter SHIKARI!

So badly, i wish to learn and play the synthesizer.

2009-01-01T05:27:00.013+08:00

THE NEW YEAR!

Scream your lungs out as we welcome 2009!
I celebrated my New Year with Familigia at Esplanade.
We came early around five plus and we were so lucky to get a sweet spot.

We decided to kill time by playing Cluedo near the bay.
People passing by was looking at us and wondering what we we're doing,
i've gotta tell ya that we were the main attraction there. HAHA!

As it starts to get late, people were trying push each other around.
It was a bit chaotic for a while and we were making our best to mark our territory.

The moment that people been waiting for, yes the fireworks.
All of us were screaming to the top of lungs and counting down the few second to the New Year.

10, 9 , 8 , 7 , 5 , 4 , 3, 2 ....... 1!

The fireworks are amazingly spectacular and it feels like watching a 3-D movie. Partyheads was enjoying themselves dancing and letting lose.

But for us, we're just busy taking pictures.

It was a great a celebration.
Sailing through 2OO8 was a blast because i had awesome friends and family that are around to be with me through different moments of my life. Looking forward this year and to start a fine a balance of old and new.

2008-12-31T00:20:00.007+08:00

Musical Production.

I've been so many production and every bit of it i've enjoyed.
So what is the latest i've attended? Ladies, gentleman & children of all ages.

Nayang Polytechnic Malay Cultural Group Presents!

I tagged with Sufyan & Lala to watch the production
and i was lucky enough because i've got the very last ticket and you know what? The tickets was SOLD OUT! AHH!

Here's the sneak synopsis of what the play is all about.

"In the midst of love and friendship.
Traps a dilemma of two relations with one meaning.

What if both relations exist in onself
The irony of thid feeling is what had knocked Aaliyah's heart.

Confused between the blossoming love and her childhood friendship with Zack. Aaliyah
wondered. Should her heart's content be spilled? Will it affect their close tie?
Are they forever remaining "just friends"?

Complication starts with Elle's presence.
A sophiscated lady who is capable of capturing any man's heart, including Zack's

How strong is Aaliyah, willing to defend her love?

Only time will tell."

The main cast played by..

Overall, its really an overwhelming and a satisfaction
feeling when everything is over. Well done,

It's the eve of the New Year & what's your plans for today?
Beats me either, good day!

2008-12-30T04:53:00.008+08:00

Pick up your feet its another chapter!

Before that, someone turns a year old today.

Happy 17th Birthday HUDA!
I once knew her when i first start working at Swensens.
Very quiet and timid but it was otherwise. A fun girl to hang out with.
Other then that, It's your day, HAVE FUN!

In a nick of time, this month of December is going to end and
its gonna be marked as another new year. Some of us will be watching fireworks with friends as you counting the countdown or either sitting at home with you families.

I reckon that.

Here's a brief of what my 2008 is like.
There's always the best and the worst of times. Achieving something that you really desire and tend to fail too.But keep in mind always keep your heads up high. Mistakes, its countless and i have neglected as leader in my family. There's one thing i don't want is people to give up on me. Through hardship, there's always a lesson to be learned. When this memory fades i'm make gonna sure it's replaced.

Did you make any New Year's Resolutions? It's keeping them that's difficult for most of us. It's very important to have clear goals and an action plan that will help you reach them.

Firstly, i'm still figuring myself out.
I've sworn that i promise to change my attitude & become a good role model to my sibling. With god's will, i want to achieve more in life and make my parents proud.
Pssst.. and lose that extra baggage in my body too. Haha.

The last thing is not to give up on a miracle and faith.
Well its not faith if you're using your eyes.

I surely will miss 2008 and definately looking forward towards 2009.

To all:
HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2008-12-25T20:24:00.006+08:00

Jingle Bell Rocks!

Hey guys, i wasn't able to update yesterday since i was outside the whole day enjoying myself. First and foremost i would like to wish all my friends Merry Xmas!

Yesterday, on the eve of Christmas.
AFF-Man’s Movement and BONY Productions organized a picnic outing to Sentosa. It's been a while since we last gathered and spent time together.

It was raining heavily before but that wasn't the barrier not to have fun.

The best thing is there is no sun and the breeze was so cooling.
The water and the sand was cool, ahh i can just lie down there doing nothing.

All of us was just hanging lose and letting our hair down.
We played games like Rounders, Captain's Ball and my all time
favourite, Water Rubgy since i beat their butts during the last time outing. LOL!

Siti Q, was so good at Captain's ball.
She was preventing the other's to score and defending all the way.
I heard that her CCA in school is volleyball, that answers it.

In other word, this is love.

This are people who define the term fun.
Thanks you guys for coming down and once again another successful outing.

2008-12-22T02:58:00.010+08:00

It's now or never.

My Sunday was jammed packed.
Thanks to Kina, this is my third play i've watched.

"SONGSANG, Bilakah akan berakhir"

Basically its a about a child raised by a problematic & poor family.
A good son turned haywired. "Hamka" the lead actor of the play, figures out the mistakes he has done and repent from it.

Shots taken during the play.
The actors & actress are totally amazing.
Goodness they're really good. WELL DONE!

In other news, something that i didn't wish to happen.
Singapore lost to Vietnam in the semi-final league of the Suzuki cup.
Its really an upset and also dissapointing but on the brightside they went far and they fought their heart out.

The hopeful Singaporeans who turned up.

The people who joined me in swearing and cursing the opposite team.
KALLANG ROAR!

Perhaps next time? Lions can do it better!
I seriously lost my voice and bummer i got work tommorow. -_-'

2008-12-20T03:04:00.011+08:00

Twilight.

"About three things I was absolutely positive.
First, Edward was a vampire.

Second, there was a part of him - and I didn´t know now how dominant that part might be - that thirsted for my blood.

And third, I was unconditionally and irrevocably in love with him. " - Bella Swan.

I watched twilight today.
The movie was so beautiful.
During the whole movie, how i wish i was part of the Cullens's family.

"And so the lion fell in love with the lamb.
I looked away, hiding my eyes as i trilled to the word.
What a stupid lamb, what a stupid masochistic lion." - Edward Cullen

Edward Cullen and Bella Swan are the main characters in the movie
played by Kristen Stewart & Robert Pattinson.

The story is so certained.

Me and the guys had supper at Burger King after the movie.
Twilight aftermath.

All of us can't get enough talking about twilight after that.
Look at Din.

Gay Vampire. HAHA!

I was tagging with Afiq and Din to meet Fai for a while
because Din wanted to take back his Sentosa Islander Pass.
Guess who was there too...

ISYAH!
Its been months i hang out with her.

Isyah, sorry to say that you still haven't grow yet. HAHA!
Why this great night have to end so fast, urgh work tommorow.
Night guys!

2008-12-19T03:53:00.006+08:00

Yes, I'm Singaporean!

If you're proud to be a Singaporean and don't mind bragging about it, we want to hear from you!

About the advert, it's simply blogging makes you a Singaporean and how people can pick you out from an international crowd from your Uniquely Singaporean qualities.

The plus thing is...
It's a chance to win yourself an iPod Touch.
Your name will engraved on it if you win! How cool is that.

Number One.

I love photography so much!
Singapore is such a magnificent and a beautiful place yet even though
it's just a dot in world map.

The EAST COAST PARK.

I've gotta tell you.
This place is always crowded on the weekends and the holidays.
Local Singaporeans do love to hang out here and doing things like picnics,
cycling and perhaps soaking in the sea.

ESPLANADE, theatres by the bay!

The masterpiece.
Opened on 12 October 2002.
This architectural icon with its distinctive
twin shells, and its look like two durians shells.

Music, dance, theatre and visual arts, with a special emphasis on Asian culture.
But as for me, BAYBEATS!
One event that i will never miss!

Number Two.
One people, one nation.

Do you that Singapore is a multi racial country ?
I still remember in primary & secondary school times, when we celebrate Racial Harmony Day. We would wear costumes from our etnics groups.

The question is why do we celebrate Racial Harmony Day?
Simple, its is to bring togetherness of races like Malay, Chinese, Indians and the Eurasian and also the understanding of every culture.

Lastly,

Number three.

The National Anthem!

"Mari kita rakyat Singapura
Sama-sama menuju bahagia
Cita-cita kita yang mulia
Berjaya Singapura

Marilah kita bersatu
Dengan semangat yang baru
Semua kita berseru
Majulah Singapura
Majulah Singapura

Marilah kita bersatu
Dengan semangat yang baru
Semua kita berseru
Majulah Singapura
Majulah Singapura"

Composed by the humble Zubir Zaid in 1958.
The song still goes on forever and ever.
ONWARD SINGAPORE!

Yes, I'm Singaporean! Blog Contest
Check out other Singaporeans at mySingapore.sg

2008-12-18T02:31:00.008+08:00

Count me in.

This Christmas’s Eve, 24th December 2008, AFF-Man’s Movement
and BONY Productions is organizing a picnic outing to Sentosa. Thinking out of the box, RAD! Its something new for me, and yeah i'm looking forward.

Have a look at this video.
Thanks to BONY Productions for this freakingly awesome vid.
One word , FUNNEH!

It's our past outing at East Coast Park and we did have a hella good time.
Riyandi also include this hilarious paragraph in the invitation...

" We would be meeting up at Boon Lay interchange near
bus 30 bus stand, 9.45am.

Santa Claus Asyraf would be giving free kisses for
those 5 early birds!

Please try not to be late or else Afiq would get mad.

Try to read him yeah since Afiq is always punctual.

Why must I inform you this since it is bloody dam obvious? "

LMAO!, Riyandi be my guest and be one of the 5 early birds.
I WILL be getting ready with my santa claus hat on. HAHA!

2008-12-14T22:27:00.002+08:00

Christmas came early for me.

Not exactly.
My family and i had a wonderful feast today.
Since Christmas is just around the corner and we just
want to have the feel of it too.

What feast am i talking about?
Oh yeah, all proud sponsor of Swensens!

The one and only Montreal Spiced Herb Turkey.

Succulent roast turkey lightly spiced, complete with chestnut
stuffing, herb gravy and cranberry sauce.
The stuffing and the herb gravy was really good.

There's even instruction about the reheating.
We did reheat the turkey before we dig in.

Nutty Paradise Log Cake.

Lucious log of Macadamia and Hazelnuut ice cream loaded
with macadamua nuts.
Totally indulging.

You guys would be drooling by now looking at this.
Have a try, its good!

2008-12-13T11:55:00.001+08:00

I'm a little bit something.

I'm happy that my projects and tests are finally done and over with.
The past week was quite intense but ending everything in one go was overwhelming.

I have no idea on how im gonna spend my three weeks
of holiday but im sure i'm spending it real well.
But most of the time i will be working because i need more moolah.

Yesterday, myself & brother went to the airport
and Din was also there to join us.
We say our last goodbyes to Liana before she fly back to home.

It was really fun meeting you.
Like i said before, since redbull can't help me fly there
atleast you landed here in Singapore. HAHA!

Hopefully one day, it will be us visiting you guys in Australia!