SINGAPORE BAND CHALLENGE 2008

[17 & Under Finalists] [18 & Above Finalists] [Judges]

Judges

 
Fairoz Samil
Fairoz started playing at the age of 6 and started studying drums/music at the age of 13. At 17, Fairoz opened for and jammed with Dom Famularo and started performing regularly at the age of 21. Since then, Fairoz has played at various clubs/pubs/lounges and did well-publicized recordings and workshops plus several major concerts around Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia. In 2005, Fairoz also jammed with Sheila E. during her workshop/concert tour in Singapore. Currently, Fairoz is the anchor house band drummer for Singapore’s hottest Top 40 band, Jive Talkin’.

 
Jade McLean
Jade has been in Singapore for eight years. For the past six years, she's been working on various lifestyle magazines as well as singing and playing guitar in various cover bands (including a two-year stint with Energy) in bars and at functions. In April 2008, Jade started LIVE! magazine, a new monthly gig guide for Singapore that lists all music events and features interviews with local and international artists. Says Jade: "LIVE! magazine has brought me closer to the local music scene and as a result I get to see many local acts playing around town as well as speak to them about their album projects and find out their take on the music scene." LIVE! magazine also is the official magazine for the Singapore Drum Fest.

 
Eric Ng
Eric has worked with some of the biggest names, major music labels, top producers and brightest stars in Chinese pop scene since 1999. An advocate for integrity in music-making and honesty in communication, Eric has guest-performed alongside many artistes including Emil Chau, Jacky Cheung, Ho Yeow Sun, Sandy Lam, Tanya Chua, and A-mei. Eric is also a highly-sought-after songwriter/producer/arranger for a great number of A-list singers including A-mei, Stefanie Sun, Fish Leong, Jaycee Chan, just to name a few. In August 2007, Eric’s collaboration with local director Royston Tan for the original soundtrack of the hit movie "881" created history record sales in Singapore, with a sale of more than 20,000 copies.

 
Douglas O
As the best-known entertainer in Singapore, Douglas O has been rocking out for more than two decades in the live music scene. In 1994, Douglas was also labelled as one of Singapore's sexiest men by a local newspaper. His charisma has charmed many through the years and till today, not many can rival Douglas' stage magnetism. With years of experience fronting Top 40 rock bands such as Energy and 9Lives, Douglas is undeniably one of the most respected rockers in the scene today.

 
Nana
Nana is one of the most notable singers in the local live scene in Singapore and has dedicated herself to her art since 1998. When she took part in Singapore Idol 2004, the judges had given her the acclaimed label of the "Queen Of Soul." Suffice to say, Nana's passionate and energetic stage presence always shine through no matter if she's performing or simply just MC-ing on stage!
 
Alif
Alif is the winner of the Best Guitarist of Anugerah Band 2008 and he plays in the band Putra. As an ex-student of local famed guitarist Rosli Mansor, Alif describes himself as "normal just like any other guys." Alif's guitar heroes include Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Paul Gilbert, John Petrruci, Eric Johnson and the late Jimi Hendrix.
 
Nigel Mosbergen
Nigel has been in the music industry for more than 20 years. A veteran in the scene, Nigel is also the producer of Singapore Drum Fest 2008. Other than events, Nigel also manages and produces various local artists such as Nana and is always keen to meet new and young talented musicians.