The best music concerts and festivals in Singapore

Renowned English bands Suede and Manic Street Preachers are set to share the stage, bringing their tour to Singapore on November 22 at The Star Theatre. With a collective history spanning many years, these bands hold a special place in the hearts of many.

Suede, established in 1989, emerged as pioneers of the Britpop movement and made their mark on the early 1990s music scene. On the other hand, the Manic Street Preachers, formed in 1986, carved their niche by blending elements of punk, glam, and indie rock. Get ready to join in on classic tunes such as Suede's Beautiful Ones and the Manic Street Preachers' You Stole the Sun from My Heart. Tickets are priced at $188 to $208 and will go on sale from August 18, 10am, via Ticketmaster.

Having fronted the 80s rock band The Smiths and releasing several top hits during his solo career, the English singer-songwriter Morrissey needs no introduction. His concert will celebrate 40 years of his music legacy, offering nostalgic classics from his The Smiths' era such as There Is A Light That Never Goes Out, as well as solo hits like First of the Gang to Die. He has also clinched multiple coveted NME Awards, securing prestigious titles including Best Songwriter and Best Solo Artist. Tickets are priced from $138 to $258 and can be purchased here.

Singaporean singer Nathan Hartono has announced his solo concert – In The Clouds Live! – the first in seven years. The local singer won his first singing competition Teenage Icon in 2005 before moving on to being the runner-up of the renowned singing competition Sing! China. Hartono has since ascended to international stardom, highlighted by winning the title of Most Popular Overseas Singer at the 2017 MTV Global Chinese Music Awards. Look forward to new music releases like Dopamine and ones that have yet to be launched from this homegrown talent, as well as old favourites like Infinity. Tickets are priced from $48 to $88 and will be available for purchase on August 18, 10am, via sistic.

Weezer is bringing their Indie Rock Roadtrip world tour to Singapore, making this their only Asian stop. Performing at The Star Theatre on October 11, this will be their second appearance in Singapore since their last show in 2016. It’s time to groove along to old time favourites like Say It Ain't So, Island In The Sun, Pork And Beans, and Beverly Hills. Tickets will go on sale August 18, 2023, 10am, via Sistic.

Following their last sell-out show in July 2022, South Korean band Epik High is set to perform at Singapore's Pasir Panjang Power Station on September 23. This marks their third concert in Singapore. Known for their unique blend of hip-hop, alternative, and electronic music, the band promises an unforgettable night of powerful performances. Fans can expect to enjoy their iconic hits and experience an electrifying celebration of Korean music and culture in this atmospheric and historic venue. Tickets are priced from $138 to $268 and can be purchased here.

Hailing from Canada, heartthrob Johnny Orlando is all set to take the stage at Singapore's Capitol Theatre on November 28. From making music covers on Youtube, Johnny has now garnered over 3.3 billion career streams worldwide. Get ready to sing along to his chart-topping hits like What If and Last Summer, as well as to be moved by his soulful ballads like Day & Night and See You. Don't miss the chance to be part of his tour and secure your tickets here. 

Kings of Leon, BIBI, and Groove Armada – these are some of the big names rounding out the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix’s entertainment line-up. 

These new acts join an already star-studded cast which includes the likes of Post Malone, Robbie Williams, and 88rising stars Jackson Wang, NIKI, Rich Brian, and Warren Hue. 

88rising is also turning it up. You might have heard of the TikTok famous Japanese girl group XG or singer-songwriter and rapper BIBI. Thai solo artist MILLI and Japanese acrobatic girl group Atarashii Gakko! will also be lighting up the F1 stage. 

Additional tickets to the Singapore Grand Prix are now available at www.singaporegp.sg and via authorised ticketing partners.

Canadian indie pop band Alvvays will be debuting in Singapore at the Capitol Theatre on November 24. Formed in 2011, this band has garnered recognition for their emotional and melodic eargasms. Expect to sing along to new songs from their 2022 album Blue Rev, which won them the Juno Award for Alternative Album of the Year award, and other classics like Archie, Marry Me, and Dream Tonite. They will also be performing in Taipei, Japan, Indonesia and Thailand. Sign up to Alvvays’ mailing list here for access to the pre-sales on July 12. General sales will commence July 14, 10am, here. 

Singer-songwriter Charlie Puth is set to perform at Singapore Indoor Stadium in October as part of The "Charlie" Live Experience tour, featuring songs from his latest album as well as his previous hits. You may know this singer for his famous single We Don’t Talk Anymore as part of his debut album back in 2016. Since then, Puth has achieved eight multi-platinum singles, four Grammy nominations, three Billboard Music Awards, a Critic's Choice Award, and a Golden Globe nomination. Secure your tickets for the ultimate Charlie experience. 

The Star Theatre will hold Rex Orange County’s second concert in Singapore. Known for his songs Loving Is Easy, Best Friend, and Pluto Projector, the singer’s latest album WHO CARES? has also achieved remarkable chart success, reaching the top spot in the UK, second position in Australia, and fifth position in the US. Expect songs like AMAZING and THE SHADE featuring Tyler, the Creator – an artist that has seen Rex through his music career. Tickets can be purchased here.

The news that recently sent shockwaves through Southeast Asia was none other than the announcement of Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour in Singapore, her only pit stop in the region. Brace yourselves as one of the world’s best selling musicians will take the stage at the Singapore National Stadium in March 2024 for six nights, almost consecutively. The popstar will be delighting all you Swifties with 44 songs, both old and new. Alas, sweat and tears have been shed and all tickets are unfortunately officially sold out now. Is it too much to hope that she'll add on another three nights?

This British rock band needs no introduction. After six long years, Coldplay is finally returning to our shores as part of their Music Of The Spheres World Tour. And good news is they’ll be performing for four whole nights – making them the first band ever to do so at the Singapore National Stadium. Their 2021 album Music of the Spheres received three Grammy nominations and the world tour itself has won Tour of The Year at the 2023 iHeartRadio Awards. So, you really wouldn’t want to miss this one. Tickets for the general public go on sale on June 20 here.

One Ok Rock, one of Japan’s most iconic bands, will rock our shores this December. Following their tweet “Finally coming back to Asia,” they will be stopping at Taipei, Manila, Jakarta, Hong Kong, Bangkok, and lastly Singapore. A fusion of rock, pop, and alternative elements, they have released several successful albums, including Niche Syndrome (2010), Jinsei×Boku= (2013), and Ambitions (2017). This concert, expect songs from the Tokyo band’s latest album Luxury Disease – like Free Them, So Far Gone and Renegades. Ticketing details will be released soon.

Grammy-winning sensation, Sam Smith, is set to perform at the Singapore Indoor Stadium this October. Known for his heart-wrenching ballads and superb vocals, his upcoming Gloria world tour is expected to be nothing short of spectacular. Get ready to sing your heart out to chart-topping classic hits like "Stay with Me", "I'm Not the Only One", and "Too Good at Goodbyes". And also not forgetting his new emo releases from his latest album Gloria, How To Cry, I’m Not Here To Make Friends, Lose You, and more. Ticketing details have yet to be announced.

“Get ready, cause Rush! World Tour is coming to you,” Italian rock band Måneskin tweeted and delivered, announcing their upcoming World Tour that boasts 29 shows across several cities. And good news, because they are pit stopping in Singapore as their only Southeast Asian destination this coming November 27 2023. Tickets can be purchased here.