March 08, 2021
(Clockwise from top left): Where my independent women at? Local artists you need to check out, stat: Satina, Naomi G, Iman Fandi, Tabitha Nauser, Zalelo, Masia One, Jasmine Sokko and Narelle.
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In honour of International Women s Day (March 8), we shine the spotlight on talented local artistes who use music not only as an outlet for their creativity but also as a platform for empowerment - whether it s fighting for respect, equality or strength in adversity.
1. Jasmine Sokko
The music: Medusa
The point: The power of reinvention and taking care of your own narrative.
Popspoken
It almost feels like New Years Day was just last week, but in the blink of an eye we have arrived at March. Here is a specially curated playlist of songs to accompany you as things start kicking in full swing at work or school.
20-year-old Iman Fandi might be a recognisable name in the modelling and media industry, but her debut single
‘
Timeframe‘ cements the Pop/R&B songstress as a rising pop star recently signed to
Universal Music Singapore. Written in 2019 while on a taxi after bidding farewell to a close friend, the single was initially written with a ‘
Hi Iman! First things first, tell us what’s one thing that gets you excited about Singapore?
Safety is number one. But I definitely get excited about the local foods which you can t really get anywhere else. I love laksa! I am also an adventurous person, so I love the theme parks, greenery, and the night scene here.
What are your thoughts on the local music scene?
I definitely think that the music scene is slowly growing and evolving, and I am happy to now be a part of it.
Favourite local musician?
I really like YAØ – he has an amazing voice. And Tengy, who is a rapper-singer.
Singapore pop newcomer Iman Fandi has released her debut single, âTimeframeâ.
The track was released today (February 19) via Universal Music Singapore. âTimeframeâ was written in 2019 in a taxi, the day after Iman had to say goodbye to a friend who was going overseas, she revealed in a press conference.
âTimeframeâ was produced by Yung Raja collaborator FlightSch and mixed by 13-time Grammy Award-winning engineer John Hanes. A music video for âTimeframeâ will premiere on Mediacorp’s Channel 5 tonight at around 8.15pm, and on YouTube afterward.
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Hear âTimeframeâ below.
This single officially marks Imanâs entry into the music industry, though last April she also appeared on ‘Stay Home’, a single recorded by 14 Singaporean artists to encourage listeners to stay home during lockdown.
The Straits Times
Iman Fandi kept her music a secret from her famous parents
Growing up with famous parents, Iman Fandi is no stranger to being in the public eye.PHOTO: UNIVERSAL MUSIC SINGAPORE
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