In this episode of Project Zero, we dive into the dynamic world of hip hop in Singapore with three influential artists. ABANGSAPAU, a fearless Malay-Sikh hip hop artist, breaks boundaries and boldly represents his cultural roots. Axel Brizzy, the youngest rapper to conquer the local iTunes Hip-Hop charts, has amassed millions of streams and bagged awards with his viral hit, 'Thursday'. Sheikh Haikel, the godfather of Singapore's rap scene, has been setting trends since winning the Asia Bagus Grand Championship in 1991. Join us for heated discussions and surprising insights as explore the pulse of the Singapore Sound through Hip Hop.

Chapters

00:00 - Intro
02:40 - Bringing your authenticity as an artiste to the audience
19:02 - What does Singapore have to offer to the world of Hip-Hop?
27:12 - Bringing Singapore music to an international stage
40:42 - Building and preserving your artistic authenticity
49:49 - The importance of platforms, cross-collaborations and collective consciousness
54:32 - Freestyle Rap Performance by Sheikh Haikel, ABANGSAPAU & Axel Brizzy
01:01:15 - Conclusion
01:04:43 - Credits

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Project Zero is a thought-provoking podcast series conceived and hosted by Shabir Sulthan, a multi-talented artist renowned as an award-winning film composer and singer-songwriter. Supported by Ministry of Culture, Community, and Youth, this series delves into the unique musical landscape of Singapore, exploring the rich tapestry of sounds that define the nation's cultural identity.

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