Dua Lipa, Two Door Cinema Club, Akon
Photograph: Dua Lipa, Two Door Cinema Club, Akon
Photograph: Dua Lipa, Two Door Cinema Club, Akon

The best music concerts and festivals in Singapore

2024 is on a roll

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Concerts bring a special energy – seeing your favourite artist up close, singing along with fellow fans, and just soaking in the vibes. If you've been to one, you know the deal – there's nothing like belting out your favourite tunes, throwing your hands in the air (wave 'em like you just don't care), or grooving in the crowd.

This 2024, the music scene is seeing an exciting lineup of mainstream and alternative acts. Our wallets might protest, but our hearts are totally pumped! Keep scrolling to find out what's coming up, all sorted for you by month.

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October

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When October 25, 2024
Where 
Pasir Panjang Power Station

Foster The People will be returning to Singapore once again, this time performing a DJ set at BLOCK A, located at Pasir Panjang Power Station. 

Foster The People is an American indie pop band known for their breakout hit Pumped Up Kicks, which gained massive popularity in 2010. Their debut album Torches was nominated for a Grammy, and they've since released several albums, including Supermodel and Sacred Hearts Club. Their most recent release, Paradise State of Mind, continues their signature sound with catchy hooks and atmospheric beats.

 

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When October 26, 2024
Where Singapore Indoor Stadium

Japanese singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze will kick off his 2024 Asia tour in Singapore, set to perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on October 26. Other cities that are part of his Asia tour include Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Taipei, Jakarta, Hong Kong, Manila and Seoul.

 

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When October 29, 2024
Where 
Capitol Theatre

British songstress Jorja Smith is set to perform at the Capitol Theatre this October 29, 2024. This marks her very first show in Singapore.

 

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When 31 October, 2024
Where 
The Arts House

If you’re not one for scares this Halloween but still want to get into the spooky spirit, Candlelight’s A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics is the perfect middle-ground. Bask in the intimate and historically rich setting of The Arts House while listening to the excellent string quartet from Vocalise in this live, multi-sensory music experience inspired by Halloween classics new and old – Michael Jackson’s Thriller, a mashup of music from Netflix’s Stranger Things, the iconic prelude from Psycho, and theme music from cult-favourite Halloween films like Beetlejuice and The Addams Family. Classical music fans will also enjoy the quartet’s rendition of Camille Saint-Saëns’ Danse Macabre and Edvard Grieg’s In the Hall of the Mountain King. Tickets start at $42 and are selling fast so grab them here.

November

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When November 1, 2024
Where Singapore Expo Hall 7

Big music news has just dropped – Australian rapper The Kid Laroi will be performing in Singapore as part of  ‘The First Time Tour’ for one night only on November 1, 2024, at the Singapore Expo Hall 7. This comes two years after he first took the stage at the F1 Singapore Grand Prix in 2022, where he put on a show full of infectious energy despite the pouring rain.

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When November 4, 2024
Where 
Capitol Theatre

Exactly one year after his Petals to Thorns tour last November, indie R&B singer, d4vd, is set to return to our shores on November 4 for his latest My House Is Not A Home tour. He’ll perform for a cosy audience at the Capitol Theatre, the same location as his previous concert. D4vd, pronounced David, is set to continue his tour across three other Asian cities – Seoul, Hong Kong, and Tokyo.

 

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When November 5, 2024
Where The Star Theatre

Vocalist of rock band Radiohead, Thom Yorke, will perform in Singapore for the very first time, as part of his solo tour. He is set to take the stage at The Star Theatre on November 5.

 

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When November 6, 2024
Where
Singapore Indoor Stadium

Singapore is truly on a roll – Dua Lipa will be joining the list of exciting acts this 2024. She is set to perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on November 6, 2024. This is part of her Radical Optimism Asia Tour that will pit stop at other cities too including Jakarta, Manila, Tokyo, Taipei, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and Seoul. She last performed in Singapore at her sold-out show at The Star Theatre in 2018.

 

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When November 6, 2024
Where
TBA

Ne-Yo is set to make a comeback to Singapore following his debut performance at The Star Theatre last year. This time, he'll be gracing the stage as part of his Champagne & Roses tour on November 6, 2024. However, the venue for the concert has not been disclosed yet.

 

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When November 9, 2024
Where TBA

South Korean singer and actor Taemin from the famed K-pop boy group SHINee just announced on Instagram that he will be performing solo in Singapore on November 9, 2024. The location has yet to be revealed. Other cities he will be making a pit stop at include Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, Tokyo, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Jakarta, and Manila.

 

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When Esplanade Annexe Studio
Where 
November 9, 2024

Thai singer Karn Kasidej Hongladrom aka WIM will be headed our way, set to perform at the Esplanade on November 9, 2024. 

WIM, originally known as a member of the indie pop band HYBS, made a notable impact on Asia's indie music scene with captivating R&B and synth-pop tracks like hit singles Ride, Dancing with My Phone, and Tip Toe. Now pursuing a solo career, WIM explores a more intimate artistic direction, with standout releases including Magic, All The Way Home, and Mr. Feelgood.

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When November 11, 2024
Where SIngapore Indoor Stadium

Last we heard about Blackpink Lisa’s upcoming arrival in Singapore, it was announced as a fan meetup with no specific deets yet. However, it has just been confirmed that this event is not merely a fan meet, but an all-out concert, scheduled to take place at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on November 11 at 8pm.

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When November 15, 2024
Where 
Singapore Expo Hall 7

Two of Asia’s indie pillars Hyukoh and Sunset Rollercoaster released their latest eight-track album collaboration, AAA, not too long ago. And for fans on our sunny island, here’s some awesome news. You’ll get to enjoy the new tracks live at their upcoming concert in Singapore, at Singapore Expo Hall 7 on November 15, 2024. This is their first-ever live tour for the album.

 

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When November 20, 2024
Where 
Arena at Expo Hall 7

Akon has announced that he will be bringing his The Superfan Tour to Singapore, set to perform on November 20, 2024, at Arena at Expo Hall 7. He will also be taking the stage in Malaysia.

 

December

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When December 10, 2024
Where Singapore Indoor Stadium 

Charlie Puth is headed to Singapore as part of his Something New tour, set to grace the stage at Singapore Indoor Stadium on December 10, 2024. The tour will kick off in Kaohsiung, followed by Seoul and Singapore.

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When December 13, 2024
Where Resorts World Ballroom

The soft rock duo Air Supply is an evergreen band loved by many across all ages. Even if you don’t recognise their name, you might have heard some of the band’s famous hits like All Out of Love or Making Love Out of Nothing at All as either background music in a sad movie, on the radio, or played from your father's old CD players.

Those that would like to seize the chance to hear them live will be able to do so soon – they will be making their way to Singapore as part of their The Lost in Love Experience Once More tour, set to perform at the Resorts World Ballroom on December 13, 2024.

 

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When December 21, 2024
Where TBC

Guess who’s back? It’s famed K-pop girl group 2NE1 and they’re headed our way this December 21, 2024, as part of their Welcome Back tour. Other cities they’ll be performing at include Hong Kong, Manila, and Jakarta.

 

2025

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When February 3, 2025
Where Singapore Indoor Stadium

We’re barely halfway through 2024, and concert announcements for 2025 have already been released. American dream-pop group Cigarettes After Sex will be performing at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in February 3, 2025, making it the third time the group has performed on our sunny island. The group previously played sold-out shows at the Capitol Theatre in 2017 and 2023, and has a huge, dedicated fanbase – and for good reason.

 

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When February 3, 2025
Where The Star Theatre

Singapore will soon welcome the return of Norwegian art-pop singer-songwriter Aurora at The Star Theatre on February 3, 2025. This is part of her What Happened To The Earth? Part 4 tour.

 

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When February 8, 2024
Where 
Singapore Indoor Stadium

Irish rock band The Script is bringing their Satellite World Tour to Singapore on February 8, 2025, at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. Other cities they will be performing at include Malaysia, Philippines, Australia, Indonesia and Thailand.

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When February 15, 2025
Where The Star Theatre

Chances are you’ve heard two of South Korean composer and pianist Yiruma’s most iconic pieces: River Flows in You and Kiss the Rain. Why the confidence? Because these tracks are so popular they’ve amassed over 2 billion streams. Now, here’s your chance to enjoy them live as he returns to Singapore on February 15, 2025, at The Star Theatre, following his sold-out show in Singapore just last year.

 

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When February 22 and 23, 2025
Where Singapore Indoor Stadium

At the beginning of 2024, YOASOBI performed in Singapore for the first time, closing their concert with a promise to return to put on a show at a larger venue. However, little did we know that their next performance would come so soon – and we are beyond thrilled.

The J-pop duo is set to perform in Singapore once again on February 22 and 23, 2025, this time at the Singapore Indoor Stadium, as part of their Asia tour. They will also be performing in Jakarta after their pit stop in Singapore.

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When February 25 and 26, 2025
Where Esplanade Theatre

Here’s your chance to experience a captivating fusion of sound – Icelandic band Sigur Rós will take the stage with Singaporean music collective Resound Collective for two unforgettable nights at the Esplanade Theatre on February 25 and 26, 2025. This collaboration is part of Sigur Rós’ latest approach where they reimagine their music with symphony orchestras, offering a grander experience of their most beloved tracks.

 

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When March 26, 2025
Where Singapore 
Indoor Stadium

Just say the word and he’ll be there – singer-songwriter Keshi will be making his return to Singapore on March 26, 2025, as part of his upcoming Requiem Tour. The Houston-based musician will be performing at the Singapore Indoor Stadium, a step up from his 2023 Hell/Heaven tour, where he performed at The Star Theatre.

 

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