Clorox brain study reveals that cleaning beats karak

Source: Clorox Arabia landing page. People feel better cleaning than playing video games.

A surprising new contender to drive happiness is emerging: cleaning. Following the global success of its Clean Feels Good platform, Clorox has brought its narrative to the Middle East with the Good vs Good experiment* to explore the emotional impact of cleaning compared to popular feel-good rituals.

To test just how rewarding cleaning can be, Clorox conducted a study in the Middle East using electroencephalogram (EEG) technology. In Clorox's new Good vs Good experiment in the UAE, participants, including radio presenter and entrepreneur Kris Fade, KSA influencer Joud Aziz and others were fitted with EEG headsets to monitor brain activity in real time as they completed two types of tasks: one cleaning-related, and a personal "feel good" ritual such as playing video games, drinking karak**, or watching content online.

The neuroscience-backed results were surprising: on average, participants experienced a 20% higher Feel Good Index score during cleaning than during their chosen feel-good ritual. For instance, one participant saw a 54% mood boost when mopping versus eating ice cream, while another recorded a 31% higher Feel Good Index while cleaning than when watching their favourite videos.

According to Dr David Melcher, a professor of psychology who oversaw the experiment, "These sensors measure brain waves and give us a glimpse into what the brain is doing. By measuring these differences, we created our Feel Good Index which provides a read on positive emotions."

He added: "What we saw consistently is that cleaning triggered measurable boosts in the brain likely due to the sense of accomplishment, control, and clarity that comes from a tidy space."

To support the findings, Clorox conducted a survey across the UAE and Saudi Arabia in partnership with independent research consultancy Censuswide. The survey revealed that 98% of respondents say cleaning improves their mood. Nearly all (96%) reported feeling better after cleaning or even just walking into a freshly-cleaned space. Nearly half (46%) said they always clean to feel better, more than double the US average of 21%. Of those who do the cleaning themselves, 99% consider it a form of emotional support or stress relief.

Participants described the emotional payoff of a clean space with words like 'joyful', 'refreshed', and 'calm'. Seventy-four percent said a clean home made them feel joyful, 68% felt refreshed, 62% felt calm, and others reported feeling energised, proud, and more in control of their environment. These emotional associations are especially relevant in a time when burnout, screen fatigue, and stress are common experiences across the region, Clorox said.

"We're not saying give up your karak or your candles," said George Rechdan, MENA Marketing Director at The Clorox Company.

"But don't underestimate how good a clean home can feel. The results of this experiment show that cleaning with Clorox offers a surprisingly powerful emotional payoff, sometimes even more than our go-to indulgences."

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Watch the videos on the Good vs Good experiment at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_wlxQV_Qgbi3-91CCXQlmERTJ9RK1Q_o

*The research was conducted by Censuswide with 2,001 general consumers (aged 16+) in UAE and KSA between July 2025- August 2025.

**Karak is a spiced milk tea popular in the GCC region.

Audio Exotics brings the art and precision of sonic truth to Hi-End Asia

Source: AE. The Engström Tube Suite will be on display at Hi-End Asia this year.

Audio Exotics (AE), a curator of ultra-high-end audio experiences, will be participating for the first time at the Hi-End Asia International Audio Visual Show, unveiling two system philosophies that embody its pursuit of musical purity, emotional truth, and the art of silence - according to AE, “Silence is not the absence of sound — it is the canvas upon which music breathes”.

The Engström Tube Suite with APL technology and Cessaro Horns features Lars 3 power amplifiers, a Monica preamplifier, and a M-Phono stage, paired with the APL Tube DAC and Streamer and voiced through Cessaro Horn loudspeakers. Together, the Engström–APL–Cessaro ensemble defines the art of purity: the natural liquidity of tubes, the serenity of design, and the living poetry of music in motion.

Engström embodies the rare Scandinavian synthesis of technical mastery and poetic minimalism. Each amplifier is designed to be both an instrument of power and a sculpture of sound and form. Hand-built in Sweden, the Lars 3 and Monica exude tonal refinement that balances warmth and transparency, delivering a sound described by reviewers as “liquid, dimensional, and emotionally luminous”. Their aesthetics — glass, copper, and wood in architectural harmony — evoke serenity and purity.

The APL Tube DAC and Streamer, crafted by Alex Peychev Laboratories (APL) in Bulgaria, continues this tradition of emotional digital playback. Its fully discrete tube output stage, handmatched components, and proprietary digital topology transform bits into breath. Anchoring the system are Cessaro Horn loudspeakers, hand-built in Germany, whose dynamics and tonal realism make music feel physically alive, AE said.

The Göbel High End & JMF Solid-State Suite and the Stellavox IDEM mono amplifier expresses the opposite pole of Audio Exotics’ philosophy — the precision of silence and the architecture of control.

Göbel High End loudspeakers from Germany translate material science into emotion. Their proprietary bending-wave driver technology and resonance-optimised construction unveil textures and micro-details that transcend traditional loudspeaker boundaries.

Driving them are JMF Audio electronics from France — precision-crafted amplifiers and converters born from professional mastering heritage. Assembled by hand in the Jura mountains, each JMF component is designed for neutrality, power, and silence. Their amplifiers reveal the full dynamic energy of a recording while preserving the intimacy of a human voice or the decay of a string.

The Pink Faun Ultra 2.16 music transport from the Netherlands anchors the digital stage with ultra-low-noise linear power supplies, OCXO clocking, and modular I²S architecture for true-time playback. Feeding into the Synästec DAC from Germany — a design that marries FPGA architecture with analogue finesse — the result is extraordinary transparency and tonal depth.

Touraj Moghaddam, founder of Vertere Acoustics and one of the visionaries of modern turntable design, will personally present his turntables in both systems. His presence bridges the tactile beauty of analogue with AE’s philosophy of curated listening — a testament that music, when faithfully rendered, unites all forms of technology and craft.

Details

Hi-End Asia will be held from 23 October to 25 October 2025 at level 3, Suntec Convention & Exhibition Centre. Get tickets from www.hiendasia.com

Audio Exotics has sponsored a premium lucky draw prize for the event, an Ediscreation Fiber Box Mk. II, valued at S$2,500. This advanced fibre isolation system is designed to deliver cleaner, purer signal transmission for the ultimate audiophile experience.

All ticket holders are automatically entered into the lucky draw.

*DAC stands for digital-to-analogue converter; and FPGA for field-programmable gate array. 

Holiday Inn Express introduces the Breakfast Alarm Clock

Source: Holiday Inn Express. The Breakfast Alarm Clock uses scents to wake people.

The Great Asia Pacific Wake-Up, commissioned by Holiday Inn Express, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts' essentials portfolio, found that restless sleep, chronic snoozing, and skipped breakfasts are common themes across the region.

Even with the best intentions, travel can throw well-established routines off track. The research revealed 73% of travellers across Asia Pacific lose part of their morning routine when away from home, with the most commonly-neglected habits being exercise, catching up on emails or news – and eating breakfast.

To help make mornings easier and tastier, Holiday Inn Express is introducing the Breakfast Alarm Clock. Now available for a limited time at participating Holiday Inn Express hotels in the Asia Pacific region, the in-room device is the world's first scent-based alarm clock created and designed by a hotel brand. Instead of waking guests with loud beeps, the aroma of breakfast favourites is used. Guests will be roused each morning by a fragrant reminder of one of the brand's most loved hallmarks – the Express Start Breakfast, included with every stay.

The concept was inspired by insights from the study, which found that 58% of Asia Pacific travellers felt a pleasant smell helps, or would help, them feel better when they wake up. When asked which scents would lift their morning mood, respondents named coffee or tea (56%), baked goods (38%), and fresh fruit (30%). These top picks have now been bottled into three wake-up scents available with the Breakfast Alarm Clock: coffee, blueberry muffin and mango.

Dean Jones, VP of Commercial, East Asia & Pacific at IHG Hotels & Resorts, said the experience was designed to help guests reclaim their mornings and how even small comforts can make a big difference when travelling.

“We know from the research that travellers across the Asia Pacific region are struggling with sleep, and many skip breakfast when they travel – sometimes to save money. We've intentionally designed the Holiday Inn Express experience with the best of both worlds: everything needed for a proper night's sleep, plus a free hot breakfast. We want guests to maximise their stay with us, whether it's for work or leisure, or both – and the research has been a great way to direct our attention to do more of what matters most," he said. 

"Holiday Inn Express is about offering guests more of what matters, so we wanted to take this to new heights with something that we know guests will never forget. Waking up and maintaining a routine while travelling can be harder than it sounds, which is something the research underscored for us. But we also know the power of scent: that first whiff of coffee or smell of fresh pastry can work wonders – especially when it's free.”

The Breakfast Alarm Clock experience is rolling out at in Singapore, Japan and Australia, and participating hotels in Thailand. For a burst of local flavour, guests in Singapore and Thailand will be woken with a buffet of coffee, blueberry muffin or mango scents to choose from, while guests in Japan will have the choice of coffee, nashi pear and blueberry muffin. When in Australia and New Zealand, guests may opt for the scent of bacon, blueberry muffin, or coffee. 

These scents have been inspired by local research that also found fresh fruit and pastry were among the top three favourite buffet items in the region.

The experience adds to the brand's commitment of delivering a sensational sleep experience, including everything from the choice of soft and firm pillows to blackout blinds, power showers and bedside charging ports so guests are sure to receive an Express Recharge, every stay. 

Details 

The Breakfast Alarm Clock experience* is available for a limited time stays from 1 to 22 October 2025 in Singapore and 6 to 27 November 2025 in Thailand. Guests can book their stay, choose their wake-up scent, and experience mornings like never before at: hiexpress.com/freebreakfast

*Participating hotels in Singapore include Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Singapore Novena, Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay, Holiday Inn Express Singapore Orchard Road, and Holiday Inn Express Singapore Serangoon. In Thailand, guests can enjoy the experience at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bangkok Central Pier, Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Sathorn, Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam, Holiday Inn Express Pattaya Central, and Holiday Inn Express Rayong.

M1 refreshes 10 Gbps fibre broadband plan

Singapore's M1 is announcing a refreshed fibre broadband plan designed to deliver greater flexibility and choice. 

The new M1 10 Gbps fibre broadband plan is priced at S$34.90 per month for a 24-month contract and includes:

- Complimentary, 24-month mobile broadband (Bespoke SurfValue)

- A home fixed voice line 

- Free registration (worth S$61.04) 

- Free optical network terminal (ONT) activation (worth up to S$123.41)

Router bundles now operate on a “choose what you need” basis, allowing customers to select from top-tier WiFi 7 routers:

- ASUS RT-BE92U (usual price or UP, S$399) at an additional S$9/month

- TP-Link Archer BE805 (UP S$799) at an additional S$10/month 

- ASUS ZenWiFi BT10 (pack of two, UP S$1,299) at an additional S$21/month

This flexibility ensures households enjoy tailored options that match their connectivity needs and budget. This refreshed offer provides direct savings for those already equipped with high-end routers and direct customisation for new buyers seeking to pair broadband with WiFi 7 devices.

Unlike traditional networks, M1’s fibre broadband plans run on a 10 gigabit symmetrical passive optical network (XGSPON), which enables symmetrical upload and download speeds of up to 10 Gbps. Apart from low-latency content sharing and high-definition video streaming on multiple devices, this boost in speed and performance will supercharge experiences for households with high bandwidth demands.

 

Details 

 

This 10 Gbps fibre broadband promotion is only open to eligible new or re-contracting customers without a current service contract. Full terms and conditions are available at www.m1.com.sg/home-broadband

 

2 October 2025

Edge unveils Tastes of the Australian Outback dinner buffet experience

Feature	Offer
Monthly price	S$34.90
Router	Optional add-on, from S$9/month
Mobile broadband (Bespoke SurfValue)	Complimentary 24 months
Registration fee (worth S$61.04)	Waived
ONT registration (worth up to S$123.41)	Waived
Home fixed voice line	Complimentary 24 months
Contract period	24 months

Source: Pan Pacific Singapore. The spread at Tastes of the Australian Outback at award-winning buffet restaurant, Edge, located at Pan Pacific Singapore.

Pan Pacific Singapore’s award-winning buffet restaurant, Edge, presents Tastes of the Australian Outback, a dinner experience available daily from 14 October to 9 November 2025. Led by Executive Chef Andy Oh and his culinary team, the exclusive spread is presented in partnership with Indoguna Singapore, a purveyor of the gourmet products and ingredients. 

Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging, Edge’s Tastes of the Australian Outback is designed for an evening to be remembered. Tastes of the Australian Outback highlights premium Australian produce, featuring delicacies from both land and sea, alongside Edge’s signature international spread. Indulge in freshly-shucked Tasmanian oysters, poached whole rainbow trout, and Teochew-style steamed giant Australian Queensland grouper. 

Savour a feast of premium meats and exclusive cuts, from the signature carving station, highlighting succulent 65°C sous vide slow-roasted Australian Black Angus beef, slow-roasted kangaroo leg marinated in Taylor port wine and Australian duck bourguignon with nashi pear. The charcoal barbecue grill will also offer grilled olive-marinated spatchcock with roasted parsnips, and Pacific mussels in Chardonnay sauce. 

Indoguna Singapore Ambassador Executive Chef Dayan Hartill-Law of Palette Restaurant in Gold Coast, Australia, will make a guest appearance at Edge at 6 pm on 14 October 2025, where he will join Executive Chef Oh and his team to officially launch the Tastes of the Australian Outback buffet spread. Chef Dayan, who has two decades of fine-dining experience and a philosophy built on respect for ingredients, will share his insights and cooking techniques for the exclusive Australian meat cuts featured in the buffet spread.

Details 

Tastes of the Australian Outback at Edge
14 October 2025 until 9 November 2025
Mondays to Sundays
Available for dinner from 6 pm to 10 pm
S$120++ per adult | Inclusive of free flow of soft drinks
*All prices are subject to service charge and prevailing government taxes unless indicated otherwise.

View the Tastes of the Australian Outback digital menu at https://www.menu-ppsin.panpacific.com/edge-tastes-of-the-australian-outback-dinner

Make a reservation at +65 6826 8240 or email dining.ppsin@panpacific.com

Hashtags: #PanPacificSingapore, #EdgeSG, and #ShareYourMoments  

Marina Bay Sands welcomes October with seasonal delights and motorsport energy

Source: MBS. Experience Jin Ting Wan’s first seasonal tasting menu, featuring a variety of fresh mushrooms foraged from Yunnan. The mushrooms star in dishes such as double-boiled bird’s nest with morel mushroom and honey (蜂蜜羊肚菌炖官燕).

October marks a vibrant celebration of seasonal ingredients and high-octane excitement at Marina Bay Sands (MBS). As Singapore prepares for the Formula 1 festivities, the integrated resort comes alive with dynamic dining experiences that blend culinary indulgence with the spirit of race week:

Jin Ting Wan

Jin Ting Wan debuts its first seasonal tasting menu this September, celebrating the bounty of early autumn with fresh mushrooms foraged from the highlands of Yunnan. Guests will be among the first in Singapore to savour freshly flown-in matsutake (pine mushrooms, 松茸), cherished for its intense aroma; the rare golden fungus, revered for its gelatinous texture; ganba fungus, known for its earthy fragrance; as well as classics such as porcini mushrooms. 

Try the marinated porcini mushroom and scallop with scallion sauce (葱香牛肝菌澳州元贝, S$98++), a luxurious contrast of flavours and textures. For mains, the fried rice with ganba fungus and honey pea (干巴菌甜豆炒饭, S$168++) showcases ganba fungus, which grows symbiotically on ageing pine trees and lends a distinctive woody aroma to the dish. 

To finish, the double-boiled bird’s nest with morel mushroom and honey (蜂蜜羊肚菌炖官燕, S$98++) is light yet nourishing. Premium bird’s nest is gently simmered with earthy morels and floral honey. 

For more information and reservations, visit marinabaysands.com/restaurants/jin-ting-wan.html

Mott 32 

October at Mott 32 is a gourmand’s dream. Guests can indulge in the Exquisite Deluxe Abalone Set Menu (S$368++ per person), available to 31 October. Highlights from the degustation menu include wine-scented chilled abalone, fish maw, conpoy, garoupa soup, and braised whole dried South African abalone, broccoli and mushroom, with oyster sauce. 

The journey continues with sticky black cod glazed in mustard-yuzu and noodles tossed in supreme abalone sauce, before concluding with a flaky egg tart, bird's nest and guava-pomelo sago. Optional wine pairings are available upon request. 

For more information and reservations, visit marinabaysands.com/restaurants/mott32.html

Waku Ghin 

At October’s Chef’s Table, early-season matsutake take centrestage. Sourced at their peak from select prefectures, these rare mushrooms are prized for their pine-like fragrance, firm texture, and profound umami. At Waku Ghin, the revered produce is gently grilled to draw out their earthy aroma and paired with kabosu (かぼす), a lime-like fruit, offering a bright citrus counterpoint that evokes the essence of autumn. 

Other seasonal expressions include a showcase of Kagoshima’s prized kanpachi (greater amberjack, 間八), known for its rich, fatty, and sweet flavour. Delicately prepared to highlight its clean, buttery texture, the fish is paired with the smoky sweetness of roasted capsicum. 

Over by the Bar, indulge in a Waku Ghin-style capellini; a delicate, chilled preparation featuring tender sodeika (Japanese rhomboid squid, 袖烏賊) and crisp cucumber, gently spiced with green chili and finished with a preserved ayu (sweetfish, 鮎 orアユ) sauce for a refreshing lift. For a true bar classic, savour the beer-battered Aquina Murray cod, boasting golden crunch and flaky richness, paired with velvety Tasmanian dutch cream potato, tangy pickled eggplant, and a bold mustard sauce that ties it all together. 

Seating is limited and guests are encouraged to reserve early. For reservations, visit marinabaysands.com/restaurants/waku-ghin.html

Miracle Coffee 

Miracle Coffee has introduced three new beverages for the season, each designed to deliver a harmonious blend of freshness and richness. The grapefruit cloud refresher (S$8 nett) is light and sparkling, blending a citrus tang with airy foam. The indulgent brown sugar oat latte (S$10 nett) layers nutty oat milk with a caramel candy-like sweetness. The grapefruit cloud coffee (S$11 nett) bridges both worlds, marrying espresso’s depth with juicy grapefruit. 

For more information, visit marinabaysands.com/restaurants/miracle-coffee.html. 

RISE 

From 15 to 30 October, RISE presents the Xinjiang Tianshan salmon trout feast, a limited-time showcase of salmon through global creations. Think sashimi, Russian coulibiac (кулебяка) and more. 

Highlights include confit of Tianshan trout with sesame dressing, salmon trout tataki infused with oriental spices, plus sashimi and aburi. Smoked salmon trout and homemade gravlax add depth, while the centrepiece, Tianshan salmon trout coulibiac, is encased in golden pastry and finished with lime beurre blanc. 

Asian inspirations add variety, from mala salmon trout and handmade xiaolongbao, to braised Nyonya assam salmon trout with pineapple and tamarind, a Goan salmon trout curry rich with spices, and a vibrant Thai-style preparation with chilli. 

As Halloween approaches, RISE embraces the festive spirit with a whimsical array of themed desserts and breads. From 31 October to 2 November, guests can indulge in a playful selection of treats, including the haunted Black Forest layered with dark cherry compote and chocolate sponge, pumpkin spice cheesecake infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, graveyard chocolate fondant with a molten centre, and the spooky lemon meringue tart topped with skull-shaped meringue. 

Adding to the fun are boo-berry choux filled with bright berry cream and macarons shaped like ghosts and bats. The Halloween celebration extends to the bread basket, featuring seasonal bakes such as pumpkin and cheddar mini boules topped with pepitas, squid ink “witch ring” bagels, and Jack-o’-lantern brioche glazed with spiced syrup. For younger guests, mini “finger” breadsticks with tomato glaze and cinnamon “bone” twists offer a spooky finish. 

Both buffets are available for lunch and dinner, with lunch priced from S$72++ to S$102++, and dinner priced from S$98++ to S$112++. 

For more information and reservations, visit marinabaysands.com/restaurants/rise.html. 

Yardbird Southern Table & Bar 

Throughout October, Yardbird serves up a new take on chicken each week. The dishes, priced at S$38++ àla carte or S$44++ with a drink pairing, are a month-long homage to Southern comfort. 

Spice coconut fried chicken is the highlight from 1 to 7 October. Each bite evokes tropical warmth, especially when paired with Mango Vice, a cocktail where ripe mango and smoky pecan meet a refreshing ginger ale lift. 

This is followed by the lemon pepper fried chicken from 8 to 14 October, which brings bright citrus heat, and is paired with the floral, lemongrass-kissed Southside fizz cocktail. 

 Mid-month, the flavours deepen with Louisiana fried chicken from 15 to 21 October, brined for 27 hours and coated in cayenne pepper sauce with a crumble of blue cheese. The Texas tumbleweed cocktail, a smoky tequila-mezcal mix, holds its own against the boldness. 

The finale, hot honey fried chicken, available from 22 to 31 October, is accented with the bite of pickled gherkins and scallions. A tart-sweet black berry bourbon lemonade cuts through the richness. 

For more information, visit marinabaysands.com/restaurants/yardbird-southern-table-and-bar.html     

WAKUDA Singapore 

Race weekend at WAKUDA shifts into high gear with a special collaboration. From 3 to 5 October, Dubai’s Mimi Kakushi, ranked No. 40 on the World’s 50 Best Bars list, takes over the bar with equal parts 1920s Osaka glamour and contemporary Shinjuku flair. Event-exclusive cocktails will be served at S$25++ each from 10 pm onwards. 

Highlights include the kiyo mizu, layered and complex for the sophisticated palate, and tsumabiki, a citrusy garden-fresh aperitif. Sayonara reimagines the negroni with a refined fruit-kissed Japanese accent, while alcohol-free options such as genso is earthy, fruity and bittersweet, and denki-kan, a garden spritz with delicate spice, ensure the experience is as inclusive as it is memorable. 

Guests are warmly invited to join the festivities early with a showcase of precision mixology inspired by the world of speed and endurance. Till 12 October, the bar presents a season-exclusive cocktail menu (S$25++ per cocktail). 

Among the creations is the Marina Circuit martini, featuring vodka infused with shine muscat for sweetness layered over citrus. Don’t hold your blanco offers a bold, spicy turn for tequila lovers, while pit stop scarlet balances herbal notes with tart fruit for a sophisticated gin-based serve. 

Hammer time raises the bar with wagyu tallow washing and applewood smoke, transforming the old-fashioned into a velvety indulgence. Completing the line-up is corsa sour, a spirited interpretation of the Japanese whiskey sour with Suntory Old and refreshing citrus complexity. 

These cocktails pair beautifully with dishes such as the premium sashimi platter, available in nine pieces (S$78++) or 14 pieces (S$135++), or signatures including the charcoal-grilled Ohmi wagyu (S$168++), prepared with French culinary finesse. 

For more information and reservations, visit marinabaysands.com/restaurants/wakuda-singapore.html

LAVO Singapore 

Chivas Regal shifts into celebration mode with an exclusive afterparty at the newly reopened LAVO Coastal Italian Restaurant & Bar. Guests are invited to indulge in free-flow champagne, handcrafted cocktails, and gourmet canapés, all set against the refreshed Coastal Italian décor and stunning city scape. 

Elevating the night is a headline performance by Dutch DJ duo Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, celebrated for their tribal-infused house sound and dynamic stage presence. Regulars on the mainstages of global festivals such as Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival, and EDC Las Vegas, the duo promises an unforgettable night of revelry. Tickets are available from S$268 nett. 

For more information, visit marinabaysands.com/restaurants/lavo.html 

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer 

Keep the race season energy alive with Black Tap’s hot chicken sandwich (S$23++), a spicy and crunchy combination of crispy chicken, black garlic, chilli seasoning, and hot chilli oil. Topped with parsley and buttermilk-dill, the burger amps up the mix of Asian chillis and Italian spices over a boldly flavourful feast from 1 to 30 October. 

Take a sip of the podium lager (S$18++), an exclusive collaboration with local brewery Brewlander. 

For reservations, visit marinabaysands.com/restaurants/black-tap.html

Spago by Wolfgang Puck 

Just in time for the Grand Prix, Spago Bar & Lounge presents the prancing horse—a cocktail inspired by the adrenaline of motorsport and the legacy of Scuderia Ferrari. This red creation blends Tanqueray gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, and layers of blackcurrant and cherry, delivering a bold, fruit-forward profile. Available exclusively from 1 to 5 October, it is the perfect way to kick off race week evenings, paired with classic bar bites and sweeping city views. 

For reservations, call 6688 9955 or visit marinabaysands.com/restaurants/spago-bar-and-lounge.html 

MARQUEE Singapore 

October at MARQUEE Singapore bookends the summer with a stellar lineup. The month opens with French producer Space 92 on 17 October, with his DJ set blurring the line between raw warehouse energy and big-room drama, layering gritty basslines under soaring melodies. 

On 18 October, Dash Berlin returns with chart-topping anthems like Till the Sky Falls Down and Man on the Run. The trance and progressive house duo, whose music has helped define the golden age of trance, will bring bouncy bass-heavy tracks with vocal melodies that have carried festival crowds into collective singalongs. 

On 19 October, themed party organisers Culture SG collaborate with MARQUEE for a club takeover with Clarity, paying tribute to the electronic dance music (EDM) classics that shaped the 2010s with songs that have come to capture the spirit and energy of road trips, festival sunsets, and late-night afterparties. 

On 24 October, the night descends into darker territory with I Hate Models, one of the most uncompromising figures in hard techno. His sets move like a storm, blending nostalgic undertones with punk energy, and raw industrial textures — a hallmark of pristine, punchy techno. 

The month then builds towards Halloweekend, a two-night Halloween-themed takeover. On 31 October, the club is consumed by GLI7CH: System Infected, a night where visuals distort and identities warp, giving guests a full immersion into a fractured digital nightmare. Partygoers can expect tracks laced with relentless beats and dystopian atmospheres, paired with cyberpunk aesthetics. 

The chaos continues on 1 November with AXMO, the German sonic specialists who have exploded onto the mainstage circuit with a bold, maximalist musical palette. Their music blends the nostalgia of 2000s dance energy with technical wizardry and infectious energy. They thrive on adrenaline, delivering a heady ride through cathartic music.

For an additional S$98 nett or S$198 nett, partygoers can also purchase MARQUEE Infinite Pour tickets to receive a free-flow selection of house pours or a selection of premium alcoholic beverages, from 10 pm to 5 am.

For table reservations and enquiries, e-mail marquee.reservations@marinabaysands.com. Tickets are now available on MARQUEE Singapore’s website.  

Prices for online tickets (Prices are exclusive of booking fees and GST)
Date	Event	Prices
17 October Doors open at 10 pm	MARQUEE presents: Space 92	General admission: S$30 Expedited entry: S$100
18 October Doors open at 10 pm	MARQUEE presents: Dash Berlin
19 October Doors open at 10 pm	MARQUEE x Culture SG presents: Clarity	General admission: S$30 Expedited entry: S$80
24 October Doors open at 10 pm	MARQUEE presents: I Hate Models	General admission: S$40 Expedited entry: S$150
31 October Doors open at 10 pm	MARQUEE Halloweekend presents: GLITCH: SYSTEM INFECTED	General admission: S$40 Expedited entry: S$100
1 November Doors open at 10 pm	MARQUEE Halloweekend presents: AXMO