SINGfest | |
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Genre | Rock |
Dates | early August (2 days) |
Location(s) | Singapore |
Years active | 2007-Present |
SINGfest is one of the major music festivals held in Singapore, [1] which features international acts from diverse genres. The largest live contemporary music event in Southeast Asia,[ citation needed] it is usually held in early August for two consecutive days and is currently in its third year running after taking a break in 2009 due to alleged financial troubles. The festival is organized by Midas Promotions and All The Worlds.
The first SingFest held in 2007 attracted around 8,500 people. [2] The second SingFest doubled its attendance with 17,000 people. [2]
In 2009, SingFest was postponed despite Midas Promotions promised in 2008 to hold a third festival in 2009. [2] The 2009 festival was postponed partly due to co-organiser, All The Worlds, concentrating on the debut of another music festival, F1 Rocks, which is launched in a similar period. [3]
In 2010, SingFest was expanded to three nights and was held from the 3 to 5 August. [4] Acts include Thirty Seconds to Mars, Kanye West, Katy Perry, The Smashing Pumpkins, Orianthi and Wonder Girls.