10 bars in S’pore with such talented live bands, you’ll open a bottle just for them

Last Updated on 2016-05-19 , 1:54 pm

In a fast-paced society like ours, we are all in need of some relaxation. Beyond just the food and drinks, many of us are looking for some awesome music to accompany us as we dine and wine. Here are 10 bars in Singapore that hire awesome local talents to perform for you while you’re there. If you’ve not been there before, you know where to go for your next chillout night, right?

Timbre

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First up, we got Timbre. Timbre is probably no stranger to most bar-goers. It offers delectable food at an affordable price. Beyond just their thin-crust pizzas and buffalo wings, you can be sure to be entertained by their upbeat music. Timbre has different artists performing daily, so be sure to check out their schedule before going down!

Locations: 
The Substation, 45 Armenian Street, Singapore 179936
The Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Lane #01-04, 179429
The Gillman, 9A Lock Road, Gillman Barracks, Singapore 108926

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Wala Wala

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This bar has been in operation for more than 20 years and has become part of many people’s childhood and adulthood memories. And what’s most amazing is, their live bands start relatively earlier than any other bars. It usually start during 7pm on weekdays and 930pm on weekend. So to those who wished to enjoy the music for a good 2-3 hours and still reach home before midnight, Wala Wala is for you.

Location: 31 Lor Mambong, Singapore 277689
Timing:
Mon-Thurs: 4pm-1am
Friday: 4pm-2am
Sat: 3pm-2am
Sun: 3pm-1am

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Blu Jaz Cafe

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If you are a hardcore fan of Jazz, this place is definitely for you. Hosting excellent Jazz music performances regularly, this cafe is a popular hangout for many Jazz lovers. The cafe offers a dining area, bar, lounge and a dance floor so you can be sure to unwind completely in that cafe.

Location: 11 Bali Lane, Historic Kampong Glam, 189848

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Hood Bar and Cafe

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If you want to support local music, this is definitely the place for you. Every night, the bar invites different local songwriters and musicians to perform their latest music piece and trust us, you’ll be surprised by some of their vocal talents. Some of them might just win the Grammy’s Award. And who knows, the next Gentle Bones or Sam Willows may just be born from this bar!

Location: 201 Victoria Street, #05-07, Bugis+, 188067

Operating hours:
Sun-Wed: 5pm-1am
Thurs-Sat: 5pm-3am

Telephone: 6221 8846

Crazy Elephant Bar

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This is the place for you if you are a true blue’s fan. Enjoy great performances put up by the best blues and rock bands in Singapore. A place you should go on a Friday night with your buddies!

Location: 3E River Valley Rd, #01-03/04, 179024

Operating hours:
Mon: 5pm-1am
Tues-Thurs: 5pm-2am
Fri-Sat: 5pm-3am
Sun:5pm-2am

Telephone: 6337 7859

The Berlin Bar

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What do you say to European cuisine with rock music to accompany you through the night? Arrive at 9pm on a weekday to hear the band jamming away to classic rock music. Now that’s life!

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Spruce at Fire Station

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Get ready to be taken aback by their delectable savoury dishes which include the BBQ ribs, short ribs and tenderloins. And most amazingly, get ready to be swept away by the resident band: Second Sunrise on Tues, Thurs Fri from 730-10pm.

Location: 260 Upper Bukit Timah Road, #01-01, 588190

Operating hours:
Tues-Fri: 1130am-10pm
Sat: 9am-1030pm
Sun: 9am-1030pm
Mon: Closed

Telephone: 6836 5528

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Going Om

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Get ready to be serenaded by acoustic musicians along the streets of Haji lane. You’ll be amazed to see the drastic differences between the night life and the bustling city life in the day.

Location: 63 Haji Ln, 189256

Contact: 6396 3592

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The Beast

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The perfect chill out place on a Friday night with country fried steak, pimento cheese dip and many more! On Thursday, the cafe plays host by staging an “open mic” day and on Friday, a live acoustic duo will be there to show off their vocals. So be there or be square!

Location: 17 Jalan Klapa, Singapore 199329

Operating hours: Mon-Wed: 5pm-12am
Thurs-Friday: 5pm-1am
Sat: 5pm-12am
Sun: 10am-5pm

Contact: 6295 0017

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Balaclava

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This is the place to go if you a fan of rock music. Various bands are lined up every week and they generally feature hard rock-and-roll. Not convinced yet? Make your way there today!

Location: 3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec City Mall, #01-434, Singapore 038983

Operating hours: Mon-Thurs: 4pm-12am
Friday: 4pm-3am
Sat: 4pm-1am
Sun: Closed.

Contact: 6336 0050