Goodbye 2009
So another year has passed, and a new one has just begun. As much as we all love resolutions, new prospects and a good helping of idealism, I’d like to just take it as it comes, and not set bars too high. 2009 was mostly a good year, and I’m happy that the album gained more recognition (and keeps getting some actually). I do wish, though, that playing this type of music were more accepted and sought after in Singapore. Instrumental music is not for everyone, I am aware of it, but I’m hoping that the nascent scene will grow, and that the small following we have right now will keep on supporting the bands and labels who do try their best to create music we should be proud of.
Still, there are plenty of things I should be thankful for: my children are healthy, happy and wonderful to hang out with, after 9 years I still get the same thrill when I go on a date with my wife, and I’ve spent the most awesome holidays with my sister and brother.
Mr and Ms Wu are much more than label managers, they are true friends, and this makes the whole difference, and I am truly humbled by the kind words readers and fans have been sending me.
So this is what I’m hoping for 2010: more gigs hopefully! And to begin with, I’m excited about the upcoming show we are creating with sonicbrat and 3 very talented visual artists. To read more about it (and have a peek into the production process) you are welcome to visit here
The official website is here, and it is interactive. We’d love to read about your dreams and imaginings. Who knows, maybe we’ll turn them into soundscapes…
I’m going to be quite busy with this project, but I’ll try to post snippets or sketches as they come along, so check back regularly!
In the meantime, the post-rock lover’s guide to classical music is going to take a break until March, just like FlashForward or V. I’ll be starting a more conventional weekly column though, so if you like to stop by, you are more than welcome to do so.
Oh, and another wish: a decent ending for LOST! I don’t care whether it’s happy or sad, I just don’t want to be disappointed. As it is, I can barely wait until the 2nd of February, so, dear ABC, please, please, please…
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