After being deprived of music concerts for more than two years, an array of iconic international artists are set to play gigs in Singapore this year. From National Stadium to small theatres, world-famous music stars will bring all your favourite sounds to the heart of the city. Here’s 10 unmissable international artists to see in Singapore this year ahead.
1. Kehlani
Kehlani is a 27-year-old American singer-songwriter, who achieved fame back in 2011 as a member of Poplyfe. The Grammy-nominated superstar takes to the stage at Capitol Theatre for their Blue Water Road Trip Tour on February 6. Listen to the best of R&B, Soul and more from just $108. Get tickets via Songkick.
📍Capitol Theatre, Singapore
2. Blue
Blast back to the past with UK boyband Blue, in honour of their 20th anniversary, for the Heart & Soul World Tour. Singalong to some nostalgic hits from One Love to All Rise, as well as plenty from their new studio album such as Haven’t Found You Yet. Get tickets for February 9 via the Sistic website.
📍Mediacorp Theatre, Singapore
3. Red Hot Chili Peppers
On February 16, legendary six-time Grammy-winning American rock band, Red Hot Chili Peppers, will grace the stage at National Stadium. The quartet group featuring Anthony Kiedis, Chad Smith, Flea and John Frusciante have sold more than 80 million albums globally. Expect new hits from albums like Unlimited Love and Return Of The Dream Canteen alongside plenty of career-spanning tunes. Certainly, one of the most unmissable international artists coming to Singapore.
📍1 Stadium Dr, Singapore 397629
4. Backstreet Boys
Get ready for a return of your favourite 90s heart-throbs. Wonderfully, the iconic five- Kevin Richardson, AJ McLean, Brian Littrell, Nick Carter and Howie Dorough – are back for some nostalgia tunes on their DNA World Tour. Stopping in Singapore on February 22, expect to dance to global hits such as I Want It That Way, Everybody and more – that we still adore. Buy tickets on the Backstreet Boys website.
📍Singapore Indoor Stadium, 2 Stadium Walk, Singapore
5. OneRepublic
Another Grammy-nominated pop and rock band coming to Singapore on February 28. The American sensation group are known for world-class hits, spanning nearly two decades, like Apologize, Good Life and I Ain’t Worried. Get tickets via Livenation.
📍The Star Theatre, Singapore
6. It’s The Ship
Asia’s largest sea festival will make a comeback from March 8-10 in Singapore. This unique Asia music festival is aboard a ship, as the name suggests. Enjoy the biggest dance party with a host of local and international DJs. Past headliners included Sam Feldt, Eli Brown, Kate Foxx, to name a few. Get tickets on the It’s A Ship website.
7. Harry Styles
Grammy-winning global popstar Harry Styles will play in Singapore for his Love on Tour show on March 17. We don’t know what it is about this 28-year-old British superstar, who got his big break from One Direction, but it’s something you can’t miss. Sing along to hit tunes like Watermelon Sugar, As It Was and even a few 1D solo belters. Get tickets via Ticketmaster.
📍National Stadium, 1 Stadium Dr, Singapore 397629
8. Blackpink
Precious South Korean girl band consisting of Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa – take to the stage at National Stadium on May 13. The Born Pink World Tour will feature a number of their Billboard Top songs such as Shut Down, Ice Cream with Selena Gomez and How You Like That. Unfortunately, tickets are sold out but you may get one second hand!
📍National Stadium, 1 Stadium Dr, Singapore 397629
9. Westlife
If you just couldn’t get enough of them at Singapore Grand Prix 2022, prepare to singalong to famous Irish band Westlife on February 16 and 17 at Singapore Indoor Stadium. The Wild Dreams Tour setlist features nostalgic hits like Flying Without Wings, World Of Our Own and more. Get tickets here.
📍Singapore Indoor Stadium, 2 Stadium Walk, Singapore 397691
10. Justin Bieber
One of the greatest popstars globally postponed his October 25 tour at National Stadium to 2023. Beliebers will be treated to famous hits like Holy, Love Yourself and more as part of the Justice World Tour when a date is reset. Read all about it here.
📍1 Stadium Dr, Singapore 397629