Live music bars in Singapore
After a long week of slogging away at your desk, there’s no better feeling than turning off your computer screens at 6pm on a Friday and logging off for the weekend. Finally, it’s time to kick back and relax at a nearby live music bar over a hearty dinner and some drinks.
From mandopop classics to Bollywood hits, savoury bar bites, and juicy American burgers, here are the live music places where you can have an enjoyable night out with your friends and family.
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Live music bars at a glance
| Bar | Location | Live music days | Genres |
| Offtrack Singapore | 3 min walk from Clarke Quay MRT | Thu-Sat | Jazz, funk, disco |
| Level Up | 6 min walk from Clarke Quay MRT | Daily | Pop, jazz, rock |
| CM-PB Contemporary Melting-Pot & Bar | Dempsey Hill | Changes weekly | Mandopop, pop, jazz |
| Acid Bar & Restaurant | 5 min walk from Somerset MRT | Daily | Acoustic |
| PULSE Singapore | 7 min walk from Clarke Quay MRT | Wed-Sat | Pop, rock |
| Vertigo26 | 6 min walk from Esplanade MRT | Mon-Sat | Pop, acoustic, Jazz |
| Tipsy Collective | Various outlets | Mon-Sat | Acoustic |
| Home Dusk Live House | 7 min walk from Clarke Quay MRT | Daily | Mandopop |
| Cool Cats | 6 min walk from City Hall MRT | Tue-Sat | Jazz |
| Wheeler’s Estate | 11 min walk from Seletar Airport | Varies | Cantopop, acoustic, pop |
| Maduro | Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa | Fri-Sat | Classical piano |
| Hard Rock Cafe | 9 min walk from Orchard Boulevard MRT | Event based | Pop-punk, rock, reggae |
| Rocking Rickshaw | Kallang wave mall | Daily | Bollywood |
1. Offtrack
Cosy interior for an intimate listening experience
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Offtrack is a cosy music-focused bar that’s great for small get-togethers with music-loving friends and family.
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The bar serves dishes inspired by our local cuisine. Their Teochew Ceviche ($24) is a spicy prawn dish that is sure to give your taste buds a kick. If you want something filling, the Paneer Butter Jackfruit ($30) is a vegetarian dish inspired by Indian flavours and made with cottage cheese.
For $25 each, let the bartenders shake you up a cocktail. Get yourself a Tea Milk Punch for a boozy BBT fix or Appletini for a fruity treat. They also have wines and beers, if you prefer.
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Customers can enjoy live music sets from Thursdays to Saturdays, and they release the music schedules at the start of every month. What’s notable here is that local DJs and record collectors are given a chance to shine on stage, bringing a new form of music not typically found in bars or clubs.
Find Offtrack’s music schedule here.
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2. Level Up
Live music & arcade bar in Clarke Quay
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Level Up is an all-in-one place for a fun night out with friends. In addition to its exciting line-up of live music, the bar also has an arcade where customers can enjoy classic games such as pool, air hockey, and darts.
Hot Cow & Spoilt Milk loaded fries.
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From bar bites to platters to mains, their extensive Western menu offers something for everyone. The Level Up! Loaded Fries ($22) and Surf & Turf Platter ($58) are perfect for sharing. You can also grab a drink on discount during their happy hour from 5pm-8pm daily.
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Catch the exciting entertainment line-ups from resident bands and DJs every single night. Sing your hearts out to top hits, timeless throwback classics, and even international songs. You can also catch DJ Kohsh remixing your favourite party hits on Fridays and Saturdays.
Find Level Up’s entertainment schedule here.
3. CM-PB Contemporary Melting-pot & Bar
Themed music sets on certain days of the week
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Located in the tranquillity of Dempsey Hill, CM-PB Contemporary Melting-Pot & Bar is a tropical hideaway from the bustle of the city. The bar has a laid-back atmosphere that doesn’t feel quite like Singapore, and there are also outdoor seating areas if you’d like to dine amongst nature.
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The restaurant serves Asian and Western cuisine with a contemporary twist on local flavours. Order the Signature Hokkien Mee ($32) for a burst of umami flavours. For something soupy, the Mussels & Clams ($33) will warm your tummy on a rainy day.
Happy hours are from 11.30am-6pm on weekdays and 10.30am-6pm on weekends. Craft beers are on tap, and original cocktails are available if you want the bartenders’ specials.
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You can check out the themed sets played by the live bands and DJ performances. Head down on Mondays to belt out classic mandopop hits or cheer your wine glasses as you relax to some jazz on Wednesdays.
Find CM-PB Dempsey’s weekly music schedule here.
4. Acid Bar & Restaurant
Vibrant music line-ups & local fusion delights in Orchard
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Head to Acid Bar after a full day of shopping and unwind with good food and music. Just off the busy streets of Orchard Road lies Emerald Hill, an area peppered with historical shophouses transformed into restaurants and bars.
Kueh pie tee (From $16).
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Their dishes are heavily inspired by local food. For a fusion delight, try their Mee Angel Goreng ($24), a take on the classic mee goreng but with angel hair pasta. The Pork & Watermelon Skewers ($16) are a refreshing yet savoury appetiser worth a try.
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Don’t miss out on the melodic tunes of the live bands that perform nightly. The performances are different every day, so whether you like soothing acoustic sets or hotter hits, chances are there’ll always be something that resonates with your music taste.
Find Acid Bar and Restaurant’s music lineups here.
5. PULSE Singapore
Nightlife hidden within a heritage mansion
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Party the night away in this 154-year-old Chinese heritage mansion. Located within Riverhouse, Pulse Singapore is a bar and club two-in-one where traditions meet modernity.
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Dig into some savoury dishes like the Golden Salted Egg Fish Skin ($16), or go international with their Spicy Kimchi & Coconut Gochujang Pizza ($28) for a taste of Korea. They even serve an oriental menu if you want a satisfying dinner before heading to the dance floor. The happy hour timings are from 6pm-10pm daily.
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Jam out to popular hits and iconic classics from Tuesday to Saturday nights. They also switch up their acts regularly and host occasional interactive games such as gameshows and stand-up comedy during Thursday’s Comedy Nights for extra fun.
Find PULSE Singapore’s music schedule here.
6. Vertigo26
Vinyl records listening sessions
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Vertigo26 is a vinyl listening bar and is the perfect spot for vinyl collectors. Apart from being a live music bar, there’s also a storefront with various vinyl record collections from which hobbyists can shop.
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For a light bite, their Teriyaki Skewer Set ($23.80) is great for sharing. Or indulge in their Pork Belly Skewer Don ($20.80) if you’re craving hearty Japanese food. They have a wide selection of craft beers on tap, so grab a pint from $16 for a refreshing pick-me-up.
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With their comprehensive collection of vinyl records, you can expect album listening sessions hosted by the bar’s music director. They switch up the music genres regularly, with lineups like 80’s rock and indie.
7. Tipsy Collective
Wine & dine at your nearest outlet out of the 6 islandwide
Tipsy Panda at Wood Square Mall.
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With outlets littered all over Singapore, Tipsy Collective is like a zoo but for bars. The gastropubs are named after animals and are conveniently located in various neighbourhood shopping malls such as Jem and PLQ, so you can chill with your friends without travelling too far from home.
Tipsy Bird’s Roasted Sea Bass with Chowder ($24).
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Each Tipsy outlet has a unique menu and dishes, and they serve cuisines from all around the world. Tipsy Flamingo has a Spanish menu to fit its summer paradise theme or head down to Tipsy Penguin for Korean food. The Hyogo Japanese Oysters ($24/6pcs) are a signature dish and a permanent item across all its menus.
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Live music occurs Monday through Saturday, and the stages at each outlet are graced by different entertainment lineups. The bands play acoustic mandopop and western hits, so if you enjoy this genre of music, you can head down to your nearest mall for a quick listen.
Their newest outlet, Tipsy Unicorn, however, is not found in a mall but rather it’s a beach club in Sentosa. Here, you’ll find DJs spinning on the weekends with international guests occasionally showing up too.
Full list of Tipsy Collective locations
8. Home Dusk Live House
Chill out to mandopop hits all night long in River Valley
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Home Dusk Live House transforms from a cafe during the day to a live house in the evenings. This place sets the vibe for a chill night with its picturesque views of the Singapore River and melodic mandopop sets all night long.
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The Gochujang Ayam Nasi Lemak ($24) uses a different kind of spice than the usual sambal, and the Black Pepper Crab Udon ($22) has a whole soft-shell crab with noodles drenched in Singaporean flavours.
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Home Dusk is the first music venue in Singapore to feature all mandopop hits daily. The performing duos will serenade customers with their versions of your favourite Chinese romantic love songs, pop hits and even rap.
Find Home Dusk Live House’s live music schedule here.
9. Cool Cats
Jazzy tunes to jazz up your evening
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Cool Cats is the right place for you if you enjoy winding down to jazz music. The warm and inviting interior mimics the comfort of a lounge and adds to the live music experience whether you’re by yourself or with a friend.
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Munch on some of their bar bites, such as the Xinjiang Lamb Skewers ($20) and Sourdough Bread & Seaweed Butter ($10). The bar is popular for its handcrafted cocktails, each with its own unique backstory. The B-Flat Trumpet ($28) is a smokey whiskey-based cocktail inspired by American jazz trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie and his bent trumpet.
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Look forward to the performing acts during the night on 5 days of the week from Tuesday to Saturday. On Tuesdays, unwind to the soothing voices of Coolcats’ homegrown singers and sway to jazzy tunes during the jazz sessions on Wednesday nights. From Thursdays to Saturdays, be wowed by headlining acts from musicians worldwide.
10. Wheeler’s Estate
Alfresco experience in the backyard of Seletar
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Surrounded by lush greenery, Wheeler’s Estate offers an alfresco-themed dining and entertainment experience. Located near Seletar Aerospace Park, the bar’s countryside concept creates a relaxing space that leaves patrons returning for more.
One-pan ($28).
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Kickstart your alfresco dinner with some appetisers. For a healthier option, opt for the Green Goddess Salad ($23) to increase your daily veggies intake. The “Die Die Must Try” pizza ($33) is a decadent sharing plate with sinful toppings like lup cheong and grilled octopus.
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Party to your favourite hit songs every night with rotating local bands, such as Shirlyn + The UnXpected and Alex & The Mindbreakerz, if you’re looking to belt out some Cantonese classics.
Find Wheeler’s Estate’s music schedule here.
11. Maduro
Spend an evening with some piano classics
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If classical piano music is your jam, spend your night in a classy space at Maduro. There’s comfortable indoor seating in the lounge area, or if you’re an outdoors lover, enjoy the evening breeze on the courtyard patio.
Charcuterie platter ($35).
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The culinary team at Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa specially crafts the menu for Maduro. For a twist on chips and guac, try the Papadums with Guacamole ($12). Definitely grab a drink while you’re at it, as the bar prides itself on its cocktails and whiskey selection.
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The founder of Maduro is a pianist whose goal is to provide a safe space for musicians to perform their gigs. There’s live music happening every Friday and Saturday, with different acts every night. Guests can enjoy a listening session to classical, jazz and pop music.
Find Maduro’s live music schedule here.
12. Hard Rock Cafe
Hit the dance floor in an American diner
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Located in the heart of Orchard Road, the vibrant nightlife at Hard Rock Cafe will have you partying the night away. This American diner is a hot spot in town, so get ready to be transported to a world of pop, punk, and rock.
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America is known for its juicy, loaded burgers, so you have to get your hands on some when dining here. Try their OG Legendary Burger ($29.95) – a premium steak patty sandwiched between toasted buns, topped with crispy bacon, onion rings, and gooey cheese. This, ladies and gentlemen, is what I call a cheat day.
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With regular organised themed events and party hostings, the music scene over at Hard Rock Cafe goes hard. The DJ sets and remixes are mainly pop-punk, rock and reggae music, perfect for setting the mood for a whole night on the dance floor.
13. Rocking Rickshaw
Dive into a world of Bollywood music
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A place for both locals and tourists alike, Rocking Rickshaw offers patrons an authentic Bollywood experience. “Rickshaw” is used in the restaurant’s name because it’s an affordable and common mode of transport in India.
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While you’re here, check out some of their authentic Indian dishes. The Murgh Tikka Masala ($15.90) pairs well with the Cheese Naan ($4.50) or the fragrant Saffron Rice ($4.90) for something more carby.
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The bar hosts live bands in the evenings throughout the week, and customers can be seen dancing and jamming out to the catchy tunes of Hindi rock music. There are also open mic nights with solo stages for you to slay the stage.
Spend your upcoming Fridays at these live music bars
It’s an all-in-one package: the company of your loved ones, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and stunning live performances. We’ve got you covered with this list, so music lovers, be sure to bookmark these live music bars for future reference.
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