Happening on 30 July, this party brings together the best in indie and underground dance music, art and design, and even contributes to charity with exclusive Levi’s denim jeans
Girl power in the local music scene isn’t a novelty – it’s a norm. From the best local DJs in the party circuit to underground indie musicians, leading ladies can be found rockin’ out at stages and decks all over Singapore. Yet there’s been one cutting-edge ensemble of women that takes the cake when it comes to pushing left-field boundaries, boosting homegrown and regional talent, and even giving back to charity. Cue the audio-visual collective known as ATTAGIRL!, and come 30 July, this group of gals turns three with a blistering bash at Blu Jaz Café.
Comprising DJs A/K/A Sounds, Jaydah, DuriO, and Malaysia’s Fatim, ATTAGIRL! wields a musical melange of hip-hop, grime, garage, jungle, juke and bass (and pretty much everything off the off-kilter spectrum), precociously complemented with the blazing visuals of VJ, filmmaker, and fellow ATTAGIRL! comrade, Empyreal.
Their gifted medley of brill’ skills aside, their 3rd Anniversary party will feature live acts from Singers and across the region – including the dark synth-pop of +2DB, looping lass Weish, rappers Deeranae + Serenade, and the enigmatic Sofklo with her dreamy electronics. And on the DJ front: the alternative, amp-rumbling sounds of Kinnie, KRSTN, Prema, Rah, and most notably, Japan’s Shioriy Bradshaw, and Singapore’s own drum & bass doyenne, Aresha.
Keeping the line-up female-focused, ATTAGIRL! has also invited other established guests who’ve been essential in fostering the scene, such as photographer, Lenne Chai, who’s slated to be on VJ duties. And being the spritzy Samaritans that they are, ATTAGIRL! will be contributing proceeds to Andrew & Grace Home (a non-profit Christian healing home for teenage girls), with the help of local designers and artists. Annuendo, Lovage, Mightyellow, Mrydette, Oak & Bindi and SKL0 will each customise an exclusive denim jacket for LEVI’S, and you’ll be able to purchase these rarities for this noble cause.
It’s a party, it’s a gig, it’s a charitable cause, and yes, it’s a momentous occasion that celebrates the empowerment of the XX gender in our scene. But if you ask me, it doesn’t quite matter what side of the sexes you belong to; if you’re simply a fan of good music and art, then this milestone event deserves all your attention, because trust me when I say that you’ll find the best of the best right here.
ATTAGIRL! 3rd Anniversary, 30 July, 6pm-3am, Blu Jaz Café, 11 Bali Lane, Singapore 189848, p. 6292 3800. Entry is $20 (incl. one drink).