The Irish rock group will also perform in Singapore and Malaysia this April, in addition to their confirmed date for the Philippines. Their previous tour in Asia last July/August had seen them play in Indonesia (at Java Rockingland) and Singapore (headlining concert) respectively. Concert details as follows:

Date: 2nd April 2012 (Monday)
Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore
Tickets: TBA, on sale starting 13th February

Date: 4th April 2012 (Wednesday)
Venue: Stadium Negara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Prices: RM110 (free seating), RM170 (free seating), RM230 (numbered seating) RM280 (numbered seating), RM220 (standing; Rock Zone), RM300 (standing; The Pit)
Tickets: On sale via TicketCharge starting 13th February
Promoters: The WonderLand & Sevent Media

Oklahoman singer/pianist Greyson Chance will perform in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia this April. Chance had toured the region last November, playing showcases in several SEA countries to promote his debut record, Hold On ‘Til The Night (released in August 2011). Concert details as follows:

Date: 17th April 2012 (Tuesday)
Venue: KL Live, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Prices: RM88, RM138, RM188
Tickets: On sale via TicketPro, and at Victoria Music Centre, The Guitar Store, and Rock Corner outlets starting 9th February
Promoters: JS Concert & Midas Promotions

Date: 18th April 2012 (Wednesday)
Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore
Prices: S$70, S$97, S$115, S$125
Tickets: On sale via Sistic starting 9th February
Promoter: Midas Promotions

Date: 20th April 2012 (Tuesday)
Venue: JITEC Mangga Dua Square, Jakarta, Indonesia
Prices: Rp. 1.000.000 (Pink (VIP), Rp. 750.000 (Yellow), Rp. 600.000 (Green), Rp. 450.000 (Blue), Rp. 350.000 (Purple)
Tickets: On sale via RajaKarcis & Tiket.com starting 9th February
Note: Pink (VIP) Tickets only available at Tiket.com +6221-7020-6888 (seats can be selected and booked)
Promoter: Marygops Studios

Date: 22nd April 2012 (Sunday)
Venue: SMART Araneta Coliseum, Manila, Philippines
Tickets: TBA
Promoter: Wilbros Live

Singapore’s OCBC Titanium Presents Timbre Rock & Roots returns for its third year this March. The first line up announcement features legendary soul & funk superband Earth, Wind & Fire, the greatest rocksteady two-tone ska band of all times The Specials, multiple Grammy award winner Keb Mo and the return of the explosive Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and music legend Buddy Guy as performers. Festival details as follows:

Dates: 30th & 31st March 2012 (Friday & Saturday)
Venue: Marina Promenade (Singapore Grand Prix F1 tracks behind the Singapore Flyer), Singapore
Line Up (Day 1): The Specials (90-mins), Buddy Guy (75-mins), Keb Mo (75-mins) + more to be announced
Line Up (Day 2): Earth, Wind & Fire (90-mins), Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue (75-mins) + more to be announced
Prices: DAY 1 – S$70 (Concession; Student & NSF only), S$90 (Early Bird), S$110 (Standard)
DAY 2 – S$70 (Concession; Student & NSF only), S$110 (Early Bird), S$140 (Standard)
Tickets: On sale via Sistic
Hotline: +65 6348 5555
Note: OCBC Exclusive priority booking period from 30th Jan – 12th Feb 2012. Public sales go on from 13 February 2012.
Website: rockandroots.com.sg
Promoter: Timbre Group

In anticipation of the festival, check out our review and photos from last year’s Timbre Rock & Roots!

Review: Timbre Rock & Roots, 15th & 16th April 2011 by Joanne L.
Photos: Toots & The MaytalS, Raw Earth, 53A, Imogen Heap, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, John Legend

Japanese American guitarist and singer-songwriter Kina Grannis is bringing her ‘In Your Arms’ tour to Asia and will perform in Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, and Singapore this March. Grannis’ video “Message From Your Heart” won the Doritios Crash the Super Bowl contest, subsequently landing herself a contract with Interscope Records. Concert details as follows:

Date: 13th March 2012 (Tuesday)
Venue: Bentley Music Auditorium, Mutiara Damansara, Malaysia
Prices: RM99 (General Admission), RM169 (VIP Seating)
Tickets: On sale via TicketHotline/Soulmanna starting 1st February
Promoter: Soulmanna

Date: 15th March 2012 (Thursday)
Venue: Meralco Theatre, Manila, Philippines
Prices: PhP 2950, PhP 1950, PhP 1450 (Loge), PhP 950 (Balcony), General Admission seating within sections
Tickets: On sale via Soulmanna starting 1st February
Promoter: Soulmanna

Date: 18th March 2012 (Sunday)
Venue: TBC, Jakarta, Indonesia
Prices: US$10
Tickets: TBA
Promoter: Ismaya Live

Date: 19th March 2012 (Monday)
Venue: Kallang Theatre, Singapore
Prices: $99 (Box VIP with Meet & Greet), $89 (Stalls with Meet & Greet), $59 (Stalls without Meet & Greet); $49 (Circle), General Admission seating within sections
Tickets: On sale via Soulmanna starting 1st February
Promoter: Soulmanna

Japanese rock outfit L’Arc en Ciel will perform in Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia on their upcoming 20th Anniversary world tour in March, April, and May. The group’s 12th studio album titled Butterfly is scheduled for release in early February. Concert details as follows:

Date: 7th March 2012 (Wednesday)
Venue: Impact Arena, Bangkok, Thailand
Prices: 4,500 Baht, 3,500 Baht, 3,000 Baht, 2,000 Baht, 1,000 Baht
Tickets: On sale via Thai Ticket Major

Date: 28th April 2012 (Saturday)
Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore
Tickets: TBA

Date: 2nd May 2012 (Wednesday)
Venue: Lapangan D Senayan (Outdoor Field), Jakarta, Indonesia
Prices: Rp. 1,200,000 (VIP Package), Rp. 850,000 (Premium Festival), Rp. 500,000 (Regular Festival)
Tickets: On sale starting 28th January via RajaKarcis
Promoter: Marygops Studios

UPDATE 03.02.12 – Due to overwhelming response, a second show has been added!

Las Vegas rock outfit The Cab will perform in Singapore this March, after their run on Australia’s Soundwave Festival. The quintet released their sophomore record titled Symphony Soldier last August and are touring in support of the new record. Concert details as follows:

Date: 10th March 2012 (Saturday)
Venue: TAB @ Orchard, Singapore – ALL AGES
Time: 8pm (SOLD OUT!), 5pm (NEW!)
Price: S$40 (8pm show; SOLD OUT), S$50 (5pm show)
Tickets: On sale via ApeSnap (8pm show, SOLD OUT) – NEW LINK (5pm show)
Website: www.tab.com.sg

Prior to their concert in the Philippines with Set Your Goals in June, the New York band will also play headlining shows in Singapore in April. WATIC as they are fondly known by fans, released their debut record via Hopeless Records titled Best Intentions last October. Concert details are as follows:

Date: 3rd April 2012 (Tuesday)
Venue: *SCAPE Warehouse, Singapore
Tickets: S$60 (early bird; limited), S$80 (standard), S$100 (d0or; subject to availability)
Promoter: Reconstrux Booking

Date: 5th April 2012 (Thursday)
Venue: Dago Tea House, Bandung, Indonesia
Tickets: TBA

Review: Simple Plan Live in Singapore by Melissa L.

SIMPLE PLAN
15th January 2012
Fort Gate @ Fort Canning Park, Singapore
Photos by Melissa C.

Review: Scissor Sisters Live in Singapore by Melissa L.

SCISSOR SISTERS
9th January 2012
Fort Gate @ Fort Canning Park, Singapore
Photos by Melissa C.

Seattle’s alternative rockers Foo Fighters will perform in Singapore this March, prior to their tour of Japan. The band released their seventh studio record titled Wasting Light last year and has constantly been praised for their live shows. Their sole SEA concert details as follows:

Date: 2nd March 2012 (Friday)
Venue: The Padang, Singapore
Price: S$138
Tickets: On sale via Sistic and all its authorized agents
SISTIC Hotline: +(65) 6348 5555
Promoters: Chugg Entertainment & Lushington Entertainments