As GastroBeats' official Arts & Culture Media Partner, who better than us to steer you towards the best of the best before the festival wraps? This annual local celebration of food, live music and culture has been delighting crowds since its opening on 31 May.
Top 5 acts to catch before GastroBeats 2024 is over
Before the festival ends on 23 June, here's a handy and meticulously curated selection of five must-see acts to catch before the fun comes to an end. From electrifying rock anthems to timeless classics, these sensational acts are poised to make the final days of GastroBeat unforgettable.
1. Tabula (16 June 2024)
Four-piece live band Tabula has been rocking Singapore’s music scene since the early 2000s. Their band name, meaning "clean slate" in Latin, reflects their music style. Just like their rendition of Perfect by Simple Plan, they are best known for their inventive takes on covers, blending modern and new age rock vibes for a fresh sound.
2. The JumpStart (19 June 2024)
With gigs around Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and China under their belt, The JumpStart is no stranger to the stage. Driven by their shared love for music, this bilingual live band creates a distinct sound characterised by tight harmonies and an eclectic mix of sounds in their original songs and covers, spanning from timeless classics to today's hits.
3. 53A (20 and 23 June 2024)
53A is a powerhouse band that has dominated the local music scene for over a decade. Their album Settle the Kettle, which was first released in 2010 received rave reviews across the board from major publications including TODAY, The Business Times, and TIME Magazine. And let's not forget their biggest moment - headlining the National Day Parade in 2016 with their unforgettable medley and theme song Tomorrow's Here Today.
4. Jukuleles (21 June 2024)
What happens when you put together a group of friends who are seasoned performers that share a mutual love for music and ukuleles? Meet Jukuleles! This dynamic band crafts a unique sound using ukuleles, trumpets, and other fun instruments to perform covers, mashups, and original tunes.
5. SuperSonic (22 June 2024)
SuperSonic is made up of talented musicians with both local and international experience, delivering covers spanning Top 40 hits, rock classics, and timeless tunes for all ages. Cementing their place in the local music scene as a resident band at popular live music venue Timbre - they’re the act to catch when it comes to delivering music to the masses.
Get ready to groove with these bands before GastroBeats officially wraps up!
Don’t miss your last chance to experience the unforgettable blend of live music and delicious food at GastroBeats, running till 23 June 2024 at Bayfront Event Space. Admission is free.
Image credits: @gastrobeatssg on Instagram, @GastroBeats on Facebook, @tabula_band on Instagram, @jumpstartsg on Instagram, @53A on Facebook, @jukuleles on Instagram and @SuperSonic on Facebook.