JAM OFF 2025 Singapore: Rain, Ekin Cheng & Hins Cheung Live at Universal Studios Singapore

Hi Huneybees,

As I’ve shared before, Singapore’s race weekend is always buzzing with energy, but even before the engines roar, the spotlight is shining on music, culture, and creativity at JAM OFF 2025. Happening on 27 and 28 September, this two-day festival promises electrifying performances, thrilling competitions, and a vibrant festival village; all set against the unique backdrop of Universal Studios Singapore at Resorts World Sentosa. Here’s the latest update on the event… and honestly, why are you still waiting? Go grab your tickets already!

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Big Names, Bigger Performances

The stage at Universal Studios Singapore will host some of Asia’s biggest stars across two unforgettable nights:

• Rain – The legendary South Korean megastar brings his signature K-pop energy to Singapore.

• Ekin Cheng & Hins Cheung – Cantopop icons who have defined a generation.

• Stephy Tang, JC, and Nowhere Boys – Adding even more star power to the weekend.

Imagine powerhouse vocals and electrifying beats under the stars—plus the added thrill of select Halloween Horror Nights 13 experiences. Now that’s a festival atmosphere like no other!

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Competitions That Spotlight Talent

During the day, Palawan Green, Sentosa transforms into a hub for rising stars:

• JAM OFF VOICE (27 Sept) – Finalists will sing in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, judged by a stellar panel including beatboxer Dharni Ng and soprano Hedy Chan. And here’s the best part! You get to vote too, with live audience votes helping crown the winner.

• JAM OFF BEATS (28 Sept) – Get ready for fierce 2vs2 dance battles (Breaking & All Style) as crews from across the region bring their best moves. Winners take home cash prizes and flights to the next JAM OFF BEATS showcase in Hong Kong.

It’s the perfect stage for fresh talent to shine while we cheer them on!

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Beyond the Music – Festival Village Fun

Palawan Green also becomes a lively festival village packed with food, fashion, and fun:

• Foodie Finds – Race-themed treats from Frozt and The Ice Cream & Cookie Co.

• Shop the Vibes – Browse pop-ups like Retro Crates, Takachya, and Wow Fashion Jewellery

• Race-Themed Games – Win exclusive JAM OFF merch like cups, socks, and stickers. (Tip: Collect three stamps for a shot at the Beanbag Challenge!)

Sweet perks? Spend S$50 as an Islander member and get a free Frozt popsicle. Main Stage ticket holders enjoy even more goodies, including a limited-edition JAM OFF water bottle!

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Here’s the weekend line-up:

📅 27 September (Sat): JC, Hins Cheung, and Rain light up the opening night
📅 28 September (Sun): Nowhere Boys, Ekin Cheng, Stephy Tang, and Rain close the weekend with a grand finale

🎟️ Get Your Tickets

Tickets for JAM OFF 2025 at Universal Studios Singapore are available now and include:
✔️ Entry to headline concerts
✔️ Access to select Halloween Horror Nights 13 experiences

👉 Stay updated via JAM OFF Official Instagram and grab your tickets at linktr.ee/jamoff.

Whether you’re a die-hard Rain fan, a Cantopop lover, or just looking for a festival to soak in music and culture before race day, JAM OFF 2025 is the ultimate prelude to Singapore’s biggest weekend. Don’t wait any longer, get your fingers racing for those tickets!

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K-Pop Fans, Get Ready! MONSTA X’s Joohoney & I.M, Plus Hip-Hop Queen Jessi, Are Bringing the Ultimate K-Culture Playground to Singapore!

Hi Huneybees,

K-pop lovers, mark your calendars because something BIG is coming your way! On May 3, 2025, Singapore will host the first-ever ‘Playground’ festival at the iconic Pasir Panjang Power Station—an epic, all-day event blending K-pop, hip-hop, Korean street food, and thrilling interactive games. If you’re looking for more than just a concert, this is where you need to be! Headlined by MONSTA X’s Joohoney and I.M, alongside hip-hop powerhouse Jessi, this event promises an exhilarating fusion of K-pop and Korean culture like never before.

An All-Out, Immersive K-Culture Experience!

Unlike your usual K-pop concerts or club nights, ‘Playground’ is a 360-degree entertainment experience where YOU become part of the action. Expect:

• Live performances by top K-pop & K-hip-hop artists – including Joohoney & I.M of MONSTA X, Jessi, Gray, Loco, YUNGIN, Holybang, Lil Cherry & Goldbuuda

• ‘Squid Game’-style interactive challenges – Think heart-pounding, adrenaline-pumping survival games that bring out your competitive side.

• Authentic Korean food & signature drinks – From sizzling street eats to smooth, flavorful Korean spirits, get ready for a feast for the senses!

• K-pop Random Play Dance & high-energy DJ sets – Featuring DJ RAW & MC Jasmin from Seoul Searching, turning the festival into a K-pop dance floor like never before!

A Star-Studded Lineup That Will Set the Stage on Fire!

• Jessi – The queen of K-hip-hop, known for her powerful vocals, fiery rap skills, and unapologetic stage presence.

• Joohoney & I.M (MONSTA X) – These two global superstars are bringing MONSTA X’s signature energy to Singapore, and Monbebes better be ready!

• GRAY & LOCO – Heavyweights of the K-hip-hop scene, delivering smooth beats and unforgettable rap flows.

• Lil Cherry & Goldbuuda – The dynamic sibling duo known for pushing the boundaries of K-hip-hop with their unique sound and energetic performances.

• HOLYBANG – The explosive dance crew bringing next-level moves to the festival.

• YUNGIN – A three-time Grammy-winning mixing engineer-turned-producer & DJ who’s ready to turn up the heat!
  
  

Terry Hwayong Lee (Founder of +82)
Photo credit: +82

More Than a Concert—This Is a Movement!

The brains behind ‘Playground’ is Terry Hwayong Lee, founder of +82, a global entertainment powerhouse known for pioneering new ways to experience K-pop and K-culture. With experience working at UMF, CJ, and YG Entertainment, Terry is all about breaking boundaries and redefining how we engage with Korean entertainment.

“At +82, we don’t just bring entertainment—we create immersive cultural moments. ‘Playground’ is more than just a festival; it’s an experience where fans get to live and breathe K-culture like never before.” ---  Terry Hwayong Lee.

Kicking off in Singapore, +82 has big plans to take this one-of-a-kind K-culture experience global—so consider this just the beginning of a worldwide phenomenon! At ‘Playground’, the audience isn’t just watching the show—they’re part of it. Fans will have the chance to interact with performers in real time, shaping the experience as it unfolds. This innovative format blurs the line between artist and audience, transforming each event into a dynamic, ever-evolving spectacle. Every ‘Playground’ edition is a unique, co-created moment, deepening the connection between fans and their favorite stars. 

Get Your Tickets Now!

Tickets are available from SGD 188 to SGD 358 at ticketmaster. Don’t miss out on this groundbreaking event—secure your spot now and immerse yourself in the ultimate K-culture playground!

For more details, visit +82 Official Website or follow @plus82_official_page on Instagram for the latest updates. Grab your tickets now: https://bit.ly/4kDjE2d

Are you ready to play at the ultimate K-Culture festival? See you there! 🚀🔥💃

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Photo Credits:
Jessi (UNNI Company Inc)
Joohoney and I.M. of Monsta X (Starship Entertainment)
GRAY (Duover)
Loco (LOCOMOTIVE)
LIL CHERRY & GOLDBUUDA (Angella Choe)
HOLYBANG (MOREVISION)
YUNGIN (All Up In The Mix LLC)

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Draw Fashion Inspirations With Atome's New Look-A-ZIne

Hi Huneybees,

Atome has launch its first ever Look-a-zine - a hybrid lookbook-cum-magazine, featuring everyday fashionistas alongside styled, professional models decked in outfits from their retail brand partners such as Charles & Keith and ALDO.  

Themed “Own Your Expression”, the Look-a-zine is a 26-page fashion storytelling book that showcases how Asia’s Gen Z and millennials express themselves through their unique sense of style and fashion, challenging conventional fashion and beauty norms. The Look-a-zine is an extension of Atome’s Own Your Expression campaign (that launched back in June at the Atome Pop-Up event) and also serves as a mini-lookbook of the latest fashion trends across Asia,  curated mostly from a 2-week regional social media challenge on Instagram and TikTok.

The Look-a-zine’s main themes are:

• Maximalism- One may define maximalism as audacious, extravagant, and exaggerated - but there is more than meets the eye with this fashion trend — literally and figuratively. 
  
  
• Fashion Means Business - Think fashion is all play and no work? It's time to embrace sharp and business-ready sartorial splendour!
  
  
• We Own The Night - With the help of fashion-forward nighttime looks, you'll make a bold statement every time you step into the room!
  
  
• Be Kind, Unwind - Gone are the days of covering up your body's flaws and imperfections. Be kind to yourself, and wear whatever you wish!
  
  
• Street Smart - No matter the direction you choose to go, let your fashion do the talking with bold looks that are sure to stop traffic. 
  
  
• Love Yourself - Love your style, and love yourself! All you need is an unwavering sense of confidence and boldness that will turn heads for all the right reasons.
  
  
• Walk On The Wild Side - Dare to wear eccentric, eclectic, and experimental looks - but forget the labels, and just have fun expressing yourself with an arsenal of fashion options!
  
  
• Time After Time - Fashion trends come and go, but style is eternal. It's time to embrace styles, reinvented in ways you won't be able to resist!

You can view the Look-a-zine above and I can't wait to see all your fashion looks! 😁

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Celebrate Scoot's 10th Anniversary With Fares As Low As SGD55

Hi Huneybees,

Photo Credits: Scoot

It's been awhile, ready for your first flight out? This year Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA),  is celebrating their 10^th year anniversary and in celebration of this iconic milestone, Scoot will be launching its biggest-ever network sale! 

Well-known for offering great value airfares, a wide network and its unique “Scootitude”, Scoot has grown from a single aircraft and route to now serve 73 destinations with 59 aircraft. Over the last decade, Scoot has carried more than 65 million guests. As Scoot enters its second decade, it is committed to providing great value airfares across an ever-expanding network while upholding the highest standards of safety, reliability and authenticity.

Photo Credits: Scoot

There's gonna be more than 226,000 super-discounted seats across its network even to the very newest addition, Jeju! Fare deals start from SGD 55 to Kuala Lumpur, SGD 79 to Bali, SGD 80 to Bangkok, and SGD 179 to Berlin (one way, tax inclusive).

Photo Credits: Scoot

Keeping that Scootitude flair – a passion for fun, travel, individuality and pushing boundaries - Scoot seeks to continuously provide customers with world-class flight services that are low-cost but high-value. In addition to enjoying great airfares, you can now have greater access to the well-established world-class loyalty programme, KrisFlyer, through which members can look forward to faster upgrades to higher membership tiers and unlock rewards earlier, amongst other enhanced benefits.

Photo Credits: Scoot

So, dust off your luggage, cameras and passports, and prepare to build new memories, gain novel travel experiences and scoot to your destination of choice. For more Scootitude, and details on the sweetest travel deals, visit flyscoot.com today and get ready to change that Out-of-Office message to “Gone Scootin’”.

 

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Blackpink's Lisa Is MAC's New Global Brand Ambassador

Hi Huneybees, 

The Estée Lauder Companies-owned makeup brand MAC Cosmetics has named K-Pop Idol Lisa Manobal, aka ‘Lisa’, as its new Global Brand Ambassador. The internationally renowned K-pop member of group Blackpink is having a busy year, to say the least. This month alone, Blackpink dropped their first full-length album, released a documentary on Netflix, and now MAC's newest global brand ambassador. 

The big news was announced on Instagram with Lisa swiping on MAC's Powder Kiss Lipstick in Mull It Over with glittery lilac winged liner, blunt bangs, and ultra-long silver nails. For fans who are interested to achieve this signature look, here's a list of the MAC products used...

MAC Eye Shadow in Stars 'N' Rockets

With a high pigment load, this eye shadow gives a subversive sweep of purple.

MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15

Lightweight with a natural matte finish, this foundation offers buildable coverage in 63 shades (Lisa wears N18). 

MAC Prep + Prime Lip

This transparent base lends moisture and smooths the skin's surface before a swipe of lipstick.

MAC Powder Kiss Lipstick in Mull It Over

Matte without being moisture-sapping, this ruddy-peach lipstick gives a plush hit of color.

MAC Dazzleshadow Liquid in Diamond Crumbles

Holographic with pink pearl, this high-gloss liquid shadow stays put through the night. 

MAC Extra Dimension Skinfinish

This highlighter dusts on for an incandescent pop; Lisa wears the peachy shade Show Gold.

MAC Brushstroke 24-Hour Liner

A precision-tip liquid liner (shown in Brushblack) is the default for a long-wearing cat-eye.

MAC Eye Shadow in Espresso

This soft brown is a neutral contour for the lid - or a starting point for adventurous looks. 

MAC Dazzleshadow Liquid in Panthertized

A shimmery black flecked with green and purple pearl, this eye gloss delivers a hit of drama. 

All Photos: COURTESY OF MAC. 

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I Purple You: Samsung Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy Buds+ BTS Editions All Ready For You

Hi Huneybees,

Congratulations on making it to Phase 2 of the reopening of the Circuit Breaker! Stores will be resuming their business and an exciting news is that Samsung will be launching the Samsung Galaxy S20+ BTS Edition and Samsung Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition in Singapore on 9 July 2020, marking the seventh anniversary of the BTS fan collective.

If you are looking to reward yourself for that wonderful effort, getting a new gift for your loved ones to say 'I Purple You', or simply to satisfy your BTS love; feel free to pop by any of the 10 Samsung Experience Stores islandwide to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S20+ BTS Edition. You can also get to enjoy 50% off the Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition too!

The Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition will be available at a recommended retail price of $1,598 for the smartphone, and $298 for the wireless earbuds, and below are the promotions available.

1. Only available in LTE variant in Singapore.
2. Terms and conditions apply.
3. Only valid for purchase made at recommended retail price.
   Not valid with other ongoing promotions.
   Terms and conditions apply.

Pre-Order Dates and Availability

The Galaxy S20+ BTS Edition will be available for pre-orders on Singtel, StarHub and Samsung Online Store, while pre-orders for the Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition will be available through the Samsung Online Store.

Pre-orders through Singtel and Samsung Online Store will start from 19 June, Friday, 12pm, and from 26 June, Friday, 6pm at StarHub. Pre-orders will end on 5 July, subject to stock availability.

I'm so in love with the little details on they have put on the mobile and ear buds, do you see the little purple heart and BTS logo?! Definitely a keepsake for ARMY!

So, if you are all hyped and ready to get your hands not these babies, all Samsung Experience Stores will resume daily operations between 11am and 9pm, in adherence to safe distancing guidelines. You can find your nearest Samsung Experience Store here and you can safely shop at the Experience Stores as all Samsung Experience Stores have received the SG Clean quality mark by Enterprise Singapore and comply with government orders, regulations and health advisories for good sanitation and hygiene practices. Don't forget your masks and practice safe distancing still!

                           

More information is available at the following URLs:

• Singtel: http://www.singtel.com/galaxys20
• StarHub: https://www.starhub.com/galaxys20-BTS
• Samsung Online Store: https://www.samsung.com/sg/galaxys20bts

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[Updated] It's A Hole In One With The Brand New LG V40 ThinQ

Hi Huneybees,

It feels so surreal that it's 2019 already, I'm still sitting on my "bum bum" filling in my goals list when so many things have changed and evolved around me. Happening very soon is the Lunar New Year, I've been preparing and if you are like my hubby who needs new clothing and new gadgets for the New Year, why not check out the new LG V40 ThinQ that is fun-packed with camera "stunts" for your Instagram worthy shots during this festive season!

The launch of this new LG smartphone was held at Holey Moley, a new mini golf bar in Clarke Quay. It's a very interesting concept and I will definitely be bringing my hubby back for more golfing and drinking.

Let's get on with the LG V40 ThinQ. I think the biggest specialty has got to be the 5 camera experience (2 front and 3 back cameras). The front camera with 5MP wide angle and 8MP standard angle lens works together to create the perfect bokeh effect when taking your selfies. There's even a slider on the screen to allow you to control the amount of blurriness.

As for the 3 cameras in the back (16MP super wide-angle, 12MP standard angle and 12 MP telephoto), you can conveniently frame shots without having to shift your position. You can opt for the 107-degree super wide-angle lens to capture a vast mountain landscape range or the telephoto with 2x optical zoom (or 3.2x the zoom of the wide-angle lens) to take clear shots of distant subjects, like the animals on wildlife safari trip or birds, without much loss in image quality.

What's best is that you can take 3 different shots at one go, without having to keep switching modes! Named Triple Shot, you can snap a standard photo, a wide angle photo as well as a focussed subject photo in a jiffy. You can also opt to have these 3 images stitched into a short video clip to share. I like this feature the most coz I can take more in-the-moment photos without having the need to use a selfie stick and I don't have to regret not getting that shot, especially when traveling. Don't you agree?

The perfect shot is also guaranteed as the smartphone boasts Dual PDAF (Phase Detection Auto Focus), which delivers automatic focusing that is 50% faster, about twice as fast as the industry average. The advanced HDR feature analyzes and determines the right exposure settings to create perfectly lit shots, eliminating overexposed backgrounds or underexposed subjects. Hence, subjects are always perfect focus because the camera checks sharpness continuously until the shutter button is pressed.

LG has also upgraded the camera in the LG V40 ThinQ to be even more powerful and intuitive than ever, capable of delivering the most ideal color, composition, white balance, and shutter speed. The AI CAM’s new AI Composition feature taps into the phone’s intelligence to frame, capture and recommend an alternative shot to the one taken by the user. AI Auto White Balance automatically adjusts the color temperature across different lighting situations while AI Shutter selects the right shutter speed, a feature especially useful when capturing fast-moving subjects.

Other new features such as Cine Shot, 3D Light Effect, Makeup Pro, Custom Backdrop and Story Shot take the photography experience on the LG V40 ThinQ to new heights. Cine Shot makes creating cinemagraphs – images with animation – incredibly easy and fun. Simply shoot a short video with any of the phone’s three rear cameras and “paint” the area to be animated with a finger. 3D Light Effect changes the tone of a photo with professional-looking lighting. Touch up any selfie with different looks using Makeup Pro or entirely change the background of a selfie with Custom Backdrop. Story Shot allows users to create fun photo composites. Simply choose a background image from existing photos in the photo gallery, or take a new backdrop with the smartphone. Then users can take a selfie which will superimpose them onto the background photo. Check out this event video and you can see the camera in works...

Other than its camera power, the LG V40 ThinQ also boasts of high-fidelity audio, being the first LG phone to carry the Audio Tuned by Meridian label. The 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC produces a balanced sound signature that comes extremely close to the quality of an original recording. With Boombox Speaker, it also doubles the bass of conventional smartphone speakers by utilizing the internal space of the device as a resonance chamber. When placed on a solid surface or hollow box, the LG V40 ThinQ acts like a woofer to amplify the bass even more. 

Fun pics taken at Holey Moley

Are you excited already? I'm looking to get my hands on the LG V40 ThinQ for hubby and just nice, it comes in Carmine Red, just in time for Lunar New Year! It is also available in Platinum Gray and Moroccan Blue.

The smartphone has a very nice grip and the clean lines, smooth touch, and seamless form make a very sleek gadget for both ladies and men. Its proprietary Silky Blast^TM process etches the tempered glass back with microscopic pits to create a smoother matte finish which feels extremely comfortable in the hand. The matte glass also offers high resistance to fingerprints and stains, weighing only 169g and measuring a svelte 7.7mm in thickness.

The LG V40 ThinQ will be available for purchase at M1, Singtel and StarHub in Singapore retailing at S$1,098 from January 26, 2019 in the colours mentioned above. Purchase the smartphone from 26 January to 22 February, 2019, and receive a complimentary LG W7 Watch in Silver (model LMW315) worth S$598*. 

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*Whilst Stocks Last. Redemption of the LG W7 Watch can be done at LG Customer Service Centre from 28 January to 28 February, 2019. 

For more information about LG V40 ThinQ, visit https://www.lg.com/sg/mobile-phones/lg-LMV405EBW. Be sure to set your calendars to purchase the smartphone in time!

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