Music Matters Live celebrates a major milestone this year, returning to Singapore for its 20th anniversary with a massive four-night showcase from 26 to 28 September and 1 October.
Held at Clarke Quay and presented in association with Hit The Apex by StarHub, this year’s edition transforms the iconic nightlife district into the ultimate music hub of the Grand Prix Season Singapore (GPSS) — with over 40 emerging artists from 17 countries performing live and free.
Expect genre-spanning sets from rising acts across Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Americas, including:
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James Reid (Philippines)
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PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE (Japan)
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Go-Jo (Australia)
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ONE OR EIGHT (Japan)
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Shakira Jasmine (Indonesia)
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ABANGSAPAU (Singapore)
- EGOISM (Australia)
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Frizzell D’Souza, Tiggi Hawke, HILLARI and more
This year’s highlights include:
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J-Pop Matters (Saturday, 27 September): A genre celebration closing the mainstage
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Sounds Australia With Music Matters (Sunday, 28 September): 7 of Australia’s hottest new artists
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Girls’ Night Out (Wednesday, 1 October): An all-female lineup curated by It’s A Girl Thing
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ONEnightonly presented by ONErpm (Wednesday, 1 October @ Swee Lee): Featuring the best in R&B, hip-hop, and pop
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Full Volume at Spectrum by Phil’s Studio (Friday, 26 September): A night of rock and alt-pop
Held alongside All That Matters 2025 (29 September to 1 October), Asia’s leading entertainment industry conference, Music Matters Live continues to serve as a launchpad for emerging artists.
“As Jasper Donat, CEO of Branded, shares: “Music Matters Live has always been a platform for emerging talent from all over the world to come to Singapore to discover and get discovered in Asia and beyond. This year, our 20th edition, is a celebration of amazing music, culture and innovation live at Clarke Quay, right here in the heart of Singapore.”
Event Schedule
Mainstage @ Clarke Quay Fountain Square
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Friday, 26 September – 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM
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Saturday, 27 September – 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM (J-Pop Matters)
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Sunday, 28 September – 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM (Sounds Australia)
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Wednesday, 1 October – 7:00 PM till late (Girls’ Night Out)
Other Venues
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Señor Taco (26–28 September): Music Matters Live showcases, 7:00 PM till late
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Swee Lee Clarke Quay (26–27 September + 1 October): ONEnightonly on 1 October
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Spectrum by Phil’s Studio (26 September): Full Volume, 7:00 PM till late
Attendees can check out www.allthatmatters.asia for full agenda and ticketing information.
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