26th April – 1st May

WooYeah – it’s a Labour Day Weekend and still we’ll be labouring for your enjoyment and sanity. We are OPEN on 1st May so don’t be coy and do come out to play. And if rain isn’t your cup of tea, our three story boho-chic shelter offers a nice reprieve (or even as a 2nd home!)

TUESDAY

It’s the showcase of Junior Grooveworks where kids do their thing and belt out jazz tunes. 9pm onwards @ Space

WEDNESDAY

It’s BLINK BL-NK this night @ Space -  where regular people share their expertise about fascinating subjects in a social environment. The events are built around 15 – 20 minute talks on subjects ranging from cutting-edge issues in technology and business to quirky histories, weird science and enriching cultural experiences. Speakers may be leading experts, distinguished hobbyists or simply great story tellers. Interludes between talks are spiced up by carefully curated musical selections.  7pm onwards @ SPACE

And if you’re craving for a night to a different beat, our regular DJ Divine spins out great chillax sounds from the Caribbean island. Lounge out from 9pm onwards!

But if jazz is still your cup of tea, Grooveworks final showcase for the semester happens this Wednesday. Expect the 8 member band to whip up cool compositions and charm your feet onto the dance floor. 9pm onwards@ Cafe

THURSDAY

Jump, hop, lift – it’s Swing Fling again this Thursday. There isn’t need to wax lyrical because the music will be great and dancers friendly. Call on Sing or Brian for a complimentary demo if you’re new to the scene. 8:30pm onwards @ Cafe

FRIDAY

It’s double billing for Aya and her visiting friends from the Land of the Rising Sun bring along their take on jazz. Irashimase! So come on down for a rare treat. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe.

TIS the last Friday of the month, so without doubt, hesitation or vacillation, Pushin’ON electrifies all beings @ Lounge. They churn out your soul, funk with a dash of house and beats. 9:30pm onwards. It’s going to be packed, so keep your outfit comfy and your toes on dance mode.

SATURDAY

For a different sound that is still totally Aya but completely fresh, it’d be a night of improvisation with some classics and crazy sets. So join us, for a celebration – of life. 9:30pm onwards

It’s Guy and Erika @ Lounge for a new sound. Expect personal mixtapes with soundscapes to soothe and intrigue. 9pm onwards.

Peace out!

19th April – 23rd April

A layer of ash covers Europe’s sky but over in Singapore, we’re still sunny. Mostly, anyhow. And we do have our regulars as well as some new kids in our block to entertain you.

MONDAY (TODAY!)
Yes! Darren Moore’s Quintet is IN DA HOUSE. And if you’re looking for his arrangement, there is no better time than now to catch it. 8:30pm @ Space. Cover Charge applies – to feed them musicians.

WEDNESDAY
Mr Divine soothes the raging beasts in us with some great reggae mix. So head on up to Lounge and tap along with his brand of tunes from Jamaica. 9pm onwards

THURSDAY
And of course, the one official day of the week where Cafe turns to dance floor with our good people from Jitterbugs with SWING FLING. A night of Lindy Hopping and for those newbies – never fear, you can ask for a complimentary demo. Look for Sing or Brian. 8:30pm onwards

FRIDAY
It’s an onslaught of great music from almost every genre you could imagine! Muhd Noor and friends swing out big time with some soul and jazz. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

And if you’re itching for some deep, sexy, soulful house music, let Diggin’ Deep bring you some unique sounds. DJs are boys from Europe and their take – slightly alternative. 9:30pm onwards @ Lounge

And if rock is more your thing, Midnight Rockers are your DJs @ Space and they will be bringing you hardcore tunes to sing along with. Well, maybe – head banging might be more appropriate. 9pm onwards

SATURDAY
It’s crazzzeeeee time with Ayaschool and her bunch of uber talented and lovely friends. It ranges from electronica to swing out so just come with those dance shoes. 9;30pm onwards @ Cafe

Fancy some live indie? Leonie Hill is back with some great tunes and always fun with a bunch of friends. Check this band comprising passionate members who masquerade as your working executives by day and turn rock star by night. 9:30pm onwards @ SPACE
Cheers and Peace Ya’ll

12th April – 17th April

One hopes that the weekend provided sufficient fun and rest and while the rest of us drones head on back to the 4 walls where our income is generated, our friends are certainly planning a swish, a swoosh and a bang for us this week @ cafe. While we do not have any programs planned for the public today and tomorrow, you’re more than welcome to drop by for an unwinding session with our mojito or a chat with our colleagues working the tables. And then, there is the rest of the week:

WEDNESDAY
It’s a full house this mid-week where you can choose to hang with Grooveworks @ Cafe from 9pm onwards for some seriously fun jazz OR head on up to Lounge with Matrix Jam if you’re a musician. Jam session is opened to all jazz loving players (or vocalist) but of course, be polite, give a shout out to George – our organiser for the night. 8:30pm onwards. But if you’re feeling chilled without them rhythm and blues vibe, go right up to SPACE to greet DJ Divine and his lovely REGGAE sets. 9pm onwards.

THURSDAY
It’s another SWING FLING @ Cafe with the crrrraaazzzyyyy Lindy Hop dancers from Jitterbugs. No, tis not a performance but a chance for you to join in this delightful fray. Never mind, if you can’t dance – you just have to ask Sing or Brian for a complimentary demo, make some friends and you can groove those feet along for the night. 8:30pm onwards

FRIDAY
Step into cafe this Friday with Greg Lyons’ Quartet on stage with some cool sounds. One of our resident jazz band and they be one of them best. You’d be wanting one of them martinis too…. any which way you like them. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

Head on to Space if you’re feeling some independent spirit because we have Closeapart and Indus Gendi in the house with their own brand of music. Two Bands. No Door Charge. Open your mind a little. 9pm onwards @ Space

SATURDAY
WOOT! Ayaschool is back – rested, rejuvenated and I’m sure some wild mixes up their sleeves. This time, DON’T sit down, but dance off instead from the good vibes coming through. The adjective – great – right before music is understood. Completely. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

For those who are craving for some exciting electronic sounds, COUP delivers with a wide array of EDM leaning towards the deep and edgy side of things. It’s a bit of everything with elements of deep house, minimal, progressive, trance, tech house, techno, drum and bass and dubstep. 9:30pm onwards @ Lounge.

Peace out, ya’all

22nd March – 27th March

Acks! Egads! We (ok, I) have been having so much fun just grooving and chilling in the lovely al fresco area that we (ok, I) forgot all about them words….

So if you have missed MON - WED - be sure to catch us next MONDAY with the ORIGINS - yes it’s a JAZZ band.. SURPRISE!!!! and on Wednesday, we have another… JAZZ Band! More surprises! We guarantee though, they aim to please and your ears will thank them. Grooveworks takes the stage with Jazz standards and of course our lovely REGGAE beat music maker: DJ Divine on the 2nd Flr on Wednesdays (most)

Now, no excuses, kiddies! Jitterbugs present the most enthusiastic dancers to the floor and they’re warm and friendly – they don’t bite. However, they’ll prance, swizzle, skip, hop, jump and oh yes, dance to some awesome Swing music – with Sing on decks – the selection will be kickin’! 8:30pm onwards @ Cafe

FRIDAY
It’s Mohd Noor and friends for set and they’ll be on form and hanging loose – letting the lurrrrve flow out – love for music. You’ll get jazz for sure, some funk, some soul and hopefully some wicked rhythms from the brother himself. 9;30pm onwards @ Cafe

And if you are not feeling that tame, climb on up where Pushin’ On holds their last do every last Friday of the month with groovy tunes – the kind that takes 70s inspiration but mixed in with breaks, beats and scratching of the modern day ghetto music interpretation. 9:30pm onwards @ Lounge

SATURDAY
Show them some of those smiles, those shaking booties or at least the clapping of them hands…. for AYASCHOOL! It’s hard to consistently come up such incredible music but week after week, they do! 9:30pm @ Cafe (there is NO reason not to be here!)

And if you’re feeling deep, you’re feeling dark… head on up with LOCUS for some drum and bass and all the other good stuff while the DJs come from various genres to mix in their favorite tracks. 9:30pm onwards

Peace out!

15th March – 20th March

Ladies and Gentlemen, we are certainly in for a treat this week.. well, you’re always in for a treat but this one is extra special

MONDAY
Jazz Colonies is a spanking new group with Darren Moore as the ring leader. Showcasing only original compositions, he takes the crowd to an intimate setting. 8:30pm onwards @ Space. Cover is SGD 15 per pax (ppssstt support the musicians!)

WEDNESDAY
Greg rides in with his saxophone and some very talented students. It’s Grooveworks this mid-week with some jammin’ and singin’. Easy on the ear and soothing for them souls. 9pm onwards @ Cafe

If you’re not quite feeling up to some of those polyrhythms and syncopations, head on up to Lounge with DJ Divine on decks. It’s skank music and your hidden Jamaican self would appreciate the tunes he spins. 9pm onwards

And all the way from Indonesia as part of the Mosaic festival, we’re pleased to have BONITA with us. Raised in a musical family, Bonita pushed her talent to full throttle -  working on her own songs while also providing vocals for other acts. Together with her band, Bonita prides herself on always delivering soulful performances. 9pm onwards @ Space

THURSDAY
And in case you missed Bonita on Wednesday, she returns to Blu Jaz with her full band for some high energy sets – 8pm onwards @ Cafe

And those who need their weekly fix of Swing Fling, never fear – we’re still here. Jammin’ in cosy comfort would be the Lindy Hoppers from Jitterbugs (and friends!) @ Lounge. If you’re feeling shy, simply approach Sing for a complimentary demo and you’ll find dancing as easy as adding 2 and 2. 8:30pm onwards

FRIDAY
For all you people who are missing those classic jazz tunes, skip on over tonight for Greg Lyons’ Quartet. We’ll provide the booze of your choice. Just bring smiles. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

SATURDAY
Drumroll, please! This saturday it’s special with Ko Flow, Willy Gathright and G-man on drums! It’s BeBop to Hip Hop, groove and funk it to the bones.! And it’s not just me but a whole horde of others who are lovin’ it… She’s crazy talented and when friends get together, it’s not just music but real good magic. Head on down. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

Feeling electronic? COUP returns with their brand of down tempo, mid tempo and finally up tempo.. it’s Trance based towards the end of the set and that is what we always look forward to. 9:30pm onwards @ LOUNGE

Peace out ya’ll

8th March – 13th March

I’ve always found the word, swarmy, fascinating. The fact that it does not exist makes it more so. However, one has the freedom of coining words while out of the serious literary context. And this week seems to tell of swarmy weather – and in which case, we recommend a glass of iced cool tea – with a punch, if you will.

WEDNESDAY
Well, the boys (and sometimes gals) come around every week for a practice so that Grooveworks sound all groovy. Jazz in its most accessible – 9pm onwards @ Cafe.

And if you’re feeling like you need to belt out those tunes, or lend a helping hand on them bass, head on up to Lounge where Matrix Jam welcomes musicians to play a song or two. 9pm onwards @ Lounge

For those who feel like bobbing their head to a different beat – check out our resident Reggae DJ Divine. He is aptly named for the sounds he spins out. 9pm onwards @ Space
THURSDAY
Regardless of our seasons (or lack thereof) there will always be a happy Swing Fling- the kind where you hop, jump, prance about. Lindy Hop at its finest because of heart – the good people of Jitterbugs put the night together and will even give a free demonstration – just ask! 8:30pm onwards @ Cafe

FRIDAY
For those who missed magic fingers, Muhd Noor is back with friends, bringing the work week to a close with some wicked sounds. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

And if you’re feeling like dancing – Breakestra – friends of Pushin’ On so get ready for some great funk and electro. 9:30pm onwards @ Lounge

To spice it all up, we invite 3 bands to our top: This is Atlantis, Psalms and A.U.M - for some alternative sounds.. from rock to, well rock, it’s going to be a good night, a good good night… really. Power up! 9:30pm onwards @ SPACE

SATURDAY
And if you’ve not partied enough or you merely need a place to call your own – flip flops and all – join us for the regular craaaazy nights of one Ms Aya Sekine. Ayaschool comprises various music and always deliver on her promises. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

8th Feb – 12th Feb

First and foremost, in Chinese tradition – GONG XI FA CAI - and that would be wishing you happiness and prosperity – and we would personally emphasize on happiness….. therefore, we are closing for a longer break this time round: CLOSED: 13th FEb – 18th FEB ALL INCLUSIVE!

MONDAY
HEY! It’s The Origins @ Cafe – so don’t be down and if you need to, be down with the groovy tunes and cool mixers. 9pm onwards

WEDNESDAY
Get ready for one of the most enthusiastic group of jazz players – Grooveworks strut their stuff with their fingers from 9pm onwards @ Cafe

DJ Divine takes you to the tropics (not Singapore) with his brand of Reggae from 9pm @ Lounge

THURSDAY
If you feel the need to be more involved than usual, Thursdays are our Lindy Hop nights! So let your feet do the walking and we guarantee that a smile will be permanently plastered on that beautiful face of yours! Brought to Blu Jaz by the dedicated dancers of Jitterbugs – complimentary session commences from 8:30pm @ Cafe

FRIDAY
It’s the night before we reunite with family and it’ll be a rocking set with Willy and friends in the house!  Willy’s “pocket sessions” are back to kick start the holiday! 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

Peace out, ya’ll!

25th Jan – 30th Jan

In point form for the busy bees

MONDAY
A great night with the Origins – here for the 2nd and 4th Mondays if you’re needing a quick fix of tunes.

TUESDAY
Join David on our top floor with some acoustic notes and for some sweet singing. 9pm onwards

WEDNESDAY
Chillax – yet another term coined by the superfluous  – DJ Divine does his Reggae @ Lounge, brilliantly , of course. 9pm onwards

THURSDAY
Feet a jumpin’ with the Lindy Hop Dancers and Lovers from Jitterbugs Swingapore as they bring some suave moves to even the ones with 2 left feet. 8:30pm onwards

FRIDAY
It’s a birthday and the party in question IS the party. Pushin’ ON turns 3 with us and has killer live bands and DJ mixes on both floors. 9pm onwards @ LOUNGE AND SPACE - check their FB for details.

Fuze Collective woos us with some mellow sexy voice of Fendi before bringing in some funk and soul when it get dark into the night. 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

SATURDAY
Get crazy with Aya and fall in love with her and her crew with such raw talents, you never want another on a Saturday night. 9:30pm onwards

Diggin’ Deep spins out some deep sexy house – from their hearts to your feet. Dance on! 9pm onwards

Peace out, ya’ll

18th Jan – 23rd Jan

According to the heavens above, the forecast states a a nice week ahead (and since when would the written word of marketing foretell ill circumstances?) with booze and food @ Bali Lane all hours of the day, occasional light sprinkle of great music and a heavy downpour of good vibes!

Jazz colonies is a monthly original jazz night held on the third monday of every month @ SPACE. Three groups per night will present their artistic visions. No more working for the man, they play for the people! TONIGHT will be the first of many jazz colonies, come and support the artists. Featuring…

Tim O’Dwyer Trio (with Tony Makarome/Darren Moore)
Andrew Lim/Josh Wan/Tony Makarome/Wen Soh
Tze Group (with Bryan Lim, YP) & guests Boon Chye, Dai Da

Gig starts at 9pm sharp, entry $10/$5 students and pssttt – remember to buy the musicians a drink!

TUESDAY
Mr Lin, we call him Mr Romantic – for the sometimes romantic acoustic tunes this young gentleman gives us entertains all up @ Space – for the ones who need to reminisce, to contemplate… over a glass of beer of two. 9pm onwards.

WEDNESDAY
If you missed him last week because he was playing @ the Time Out Party, you can catch him back at his original slot – DJ Divine – only has the best Reggae vibes and tunes in da HOUSE - Lounge! 9pm onwards.

THURSDAY
Fling! Really. I promise. But Swing Fling – all above board, no dirty laundry but loads of spinning (sorry, couldn’t resist) and tapping and swinging… join Jitterbugs and crew to have a night out with your dance partner. Solo? Make friends. Truly – Cheers! 8:30pm onwards @ Cafe

FRIDAY
woot – Greg Lyons’ Quartet is baaaccckkk…. for some cool sounds and hot sax join him and friends for a night of classic jazz.. hmmm – what’s classic anyhow? 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

We are really honoured to host the closing of CHOPPA Festival!  CHOPPA FESTIVAL 2010 celebrates 3 years as Singapore’s longest running experimental music institution! Every month the CHOPPA series showcases local and international experimental music, keeping the underground alive and healthy in sultry Singapore. CHOPPA FESTIVAL 2010 will not only be featuring the tightest Singaporean talent but artists from Asia, USA, Europe and Australia. The highlights for the 2010 festival includes:

Uchihashi Kazuhisa/Darren Moore/Tim O’Dwyer (Japan/Australia)
I\D (Singapore)
Under the Velvet Sky (Singapore)
Uchihashi Kazuhisa Solo (Japan)

TIX are SGD 25 at the door – 9pm onwards @ SPACE

SATURDAY

In the guru’s words:  This week is crazy special ok?
Ian Rapien (sax) from NYC  – He was a featured international artist for opening of 7ate9 – the new(old) kid on the block at esplanade). One and only, and FIRST time at ayaschool, Christy Smith on ‘Fender’(he specifically use this to call his electric bass) and King of ayaschool, Mohamed Noor on drums. We’re gonna play some killer groove Jazz!
and me: OK! ON! – 9:30pm onwards @ Cafe

And for those craving a little electro in their menu for the evening – please proceed without rush to LOUNGE where COUP dishes out their lurrvee of electronic dance music, They are fiends, each possessing his/her own deadly arsenal of beats, hooks, basslines and the works. Spread the word as they bring back the love and appreciation for what truly moves your butts and speaks to the heart, mind and soul. 9:30pm onwards @ LOUNGE
Peace out, ya’ll

21st Dec – 26th Dec

Tis the week to share good food and laughter…. actually there is no right time to do that but it certainly seems more manageable now as the world slows down just a little for us to be with friends and family.

MONDAY
Join the Origins tonight for an evening of entertaining, fun loving musicians giving you nothin’ but good ole Jazz. From 9pm onwards @ Cafe

TUESDAY
For some mellow sounds and a smooth glass of Suntory, head on up to SPACE with Charles and the Suitcase. Visiting home from Australia, this band will be giving us a new sound. 8:30pm onwards

WEDNESDAY
If you’re feeling like some ska and rocksteady, the origins of Reggae, head on up to Lounge where DJ Divine gives you some tunes to bob along too. 9pm onwards

THURSDAY
Our doors are opened as usual for business and our staff will be here to greet you with smiles if you’re not spending the day at home. Join us for an intimate evening of good food and drinks @ Lounge or Space but the Jitterbugs Lindy Hoppers will be throwing a 1930s style Christmas Party, complete with outfits. So come on down and jam dance with us!

FRIDAY
Aya is going to be doing a 2 day special and only inviting the players – jazz players… It’s the lovely Maya on vox, Willy on bass and the very talented Mr Mohd Noor on drums. Keys are ruled by Aya, naturally. Tune in at 9:30pm @ Cafe.

Electric Presents for the Soul – thus spoke Chris, Mavis and Zhan… good friends from SMU making Lounge into a night of electronic and uplifting beats.

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SATURDAY
As promised, Aya Encore – but this time with Tony Mac on bass and watch out for those killer improv – when he gets into the mood, his bass churns out them notes like black magic…. Maya on vox, Mudh Noor on drums and Aya on keys. 9:30pm onwards

If you’re feeling the mood for some progressive and minimalist sounds, join Coup for a night of an eclectic range of E-music. 9:30pm onwards @ Lounge

Peace out, ya’ll

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