Andy 60s Music Celebrates National Day on 9th August, 2026 With Sparkle, You'll Be OK, Giants.

Our Singapore National Day Parade (NDP) 2026 has a three-track thematic album that includes, 'Go Beyond' rather than one main anthem. So officially the track includes 'Sparkle' by Gareth Fernandez and Dru Chen, 'You'll Be Okay' by Jasmine Sokko, and 'Giants' by Iman Fandi and weish.

NDP 2026: 'Sparkle' - 

Gareth Fernandez, Dru Chen 

[Official Music Video]. YouTube Video by: NDPeeps.

NDP 2026: 'You'll Be Okay' - 

Jasmine Sokko.

[Official Music Video] YouTube Video by: NDPeeps.

NDP 2026: 'Giants' - 

Iman Fandi, weish 

[Official Music Video] YouTube Video by: NDPeeps.

Image from:

我们都是新加坡人 #NDP #音乐 #NDP2026

SINGAPORE PM LAWRENCE WONG 

SINGS 'WONDERFUL TONIGHT'

| 黄循财 | 新加坡总理 #singapore 

#lawrencewong #song 

YouTube Video: SINGMA TV

NDP Videos from: NDP Songs (2026 Updated!) - The Complete List for all Singaporeans

A HAPPY NATIONAL DAY EVERYONE!

Comments have been surfaced:

RONALD HO

Wishing all a joyous National Day. Another year passed, 

a nation to become we have been struggling. When will 

we become one, a truly successful nation? It will not be in numbers, 

in GDP, in wealth. It will be in respect for each other, 

in social cohesion, and to help sincerely when we see some of us 

in need of help. Then we are a nation of Singaporeans.

9.8.26

STEVE HO

Good morning sir. Happy 61st birthday to Singapore! 👍👍

9.8.26

MERLIN LIM

This Tiny Red Dot Surrounded By Bigger Neighbors 

Waiting To Pounce n Gobble SG, Log Stock n Barrel, Is

My Home Sweet Home. Very Much Grateful Bro Andy.

MAJULAH 👌😘 SINGAPURA !!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️

9.8.26

TAN SWEE LENG

Happy National Day to my fellow Singaporeans!

May we always remain united and harmonious as 

we strive for progress and prosperity.

9.8.26

JERRY SARAM

Good afternoon. Happy National Day to you too. 

Majullah Singapura

9.8.26

MARK QUEK

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SINGAPORE.

9.8.26

EDDY ENG

HAPPY NATIONAL DAY

9.8.26

RONNIE SEE

DEAR ANDY, HAPPY NATIONAL DAY SINCE 1965, 61 YEARS. 

When we were younger!

9.8.26

RICHARD RAJOO

AND A VERY HAPPY NATIONAL DAY TO YOU, TOO🌹 

ANDY, 2026 👍🙏.

9.8.26

PAUL IBRAHM

HAPPY NATIONAL DAY

9.8.26

VINCENT TAN

HAPPY NATIONAL DY SINGAPORE 61st BIRTHDAY

9.8.26

MICHAEL BANGAR

Hi Andy! Yourself, wifey and Family. Enjoy the long weekend.

9.8.26

BARBARA VAN DORT

Andy Happy Singapore Day to you and family. 

Enjoy the Celebration. xx

9.8.26

ANDY: 

Pop Music Not Pills. ©

Thanks to all those who wrote in above. Nothing like having 

a peaceful and radiant Singapore to live in. We're very fortunate 

to celebrate 61 years of joy and prosperity.

9.8.26

SAMMIN & ESTHER ANG

Happy 61st Birthday Singapore

9.8.26

GEORGE CHEW

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SG

9.8.26

XUAN YAN

HAPPY NATIONAL DAY

9.8.26

CHEW HEE HONG

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SINGAPORE 1965-2026

9.8.26

DAVID WONG

MAJULAH SINGAPURA

9.8.26

FREDA HANUM

61-SG NATIONAL DAY, GO BEYOND. 

MAJULAH SINGAPURA. GO BEYOND.

9.8.26

CEDRIC CORK

HAPPY NATIONAL DAY SINGAPORE

9.8.26

FABIAN FOO

祝福新加坡

国泰民姿好运连连

August 八月

Happy National Day, Singapore

9.8.26

ANTHONY TAN

GOOD MORNING BROTHER

SAME TO YOU!

9.8.26

ANDY: 

Pop Music Not Pills. ©

Still some more messages coming in. 

Thanks, guys for the greetings and best wishes

9.8.26

JAMES HO

Thanks Andy...your passion for music is remarkable! 

Always enjoyed the Golden National Songs oldies...

but NOT this year...none of the 3 songs makes the mark...

was the committee trying too hard? just my personal opinion.

9.8.26

LIM KUAN MIN

Good morning and Happy National Day!

9.8.26

CHRISTOPHER TOH

Happy National Day to you too!

9.8.26

OLIVER B.

Happy National Day

9.8.26

MD. JALANI

HAPPY 61st BIRTHDAY SINGAPORE!

9.8.26

ANNA LAW

HAPPY NATIONAL DAY

9.8.26

NICHOLAS STRAVENS

And to you too...

9.8.26

TRACY NG

Hello from Guangzhou!

9.8.26

IVOR LESSLAR

N2U2

9.8.26

PATRICK TENG

CHEERS!

9.8.26

RICHARD THAM

Let's Celebrate HAPPY NATIONAL DAY.

9.8.26

CATS ENTERTAINMENT

Happy 61st National day Andy....

have a fabulous celebration 

9.8.26

ANDY: 

Pop Music Not Pills. ©

Thanks to all the above folks who have written in.

Appreciate the fun we've had celebrating Singapore's birthday. 

You can still write in anytime. It's your mailbox.

Images: Google.

Andy 60s Music: Tribute To The Late James Choy [Choi] By Old Bloke.

James Choy

A sad message indeed from 'Old Bloke' who wrote:

Hi Mr. Young,

It's me 'Old Bloke'. Siva Choy was one half The Cyclones. At the age of 16 he teamed up with his brother James also known as 'Achuthan' to form the duo. 

Yesterday, 30th July, James Choi [yes different spelling of surname] passed away, aged 81. They were often referred to as, 'Singapore's Everly Brothers.' Siva wrote original songs from the age of 16 and recorded them.

Goodnight James. Have fun jamming with Siva, Zul, Sonny Bala... the list goes on.

31st July, 2026.

Thanks, Old Bloke for sharing with us the news of James' passing. May he Rest In Peace. God Bless His Soul.

The Cyclones: 'Oh No She Didn't Say.' 

YouTube Video by: Basil Yeo.

Click to read below:

https://singapore60smusic.blogspot.com/2018/03/siva-choy-rip-tribute-from-horace-wee-2.html

.: Singapore 60's Music Siva Choy: Incredibly Gifted Intellectual. 'Why You So Like That?' By Old Bloke.

[Disclaimer: Thanks again, Old Bloke for the above tribute. Hopefully the family agrees to this posting as there had been instances when such a post had to be withdrawn from the blog. Do write on the comment page to inform.]

Andy's 60s Music Blog Reaches 5.75 Million Plus Views End July 2026.

5,756,470+ VIEWS

since end July 2026.

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That's five and three quarter million plus views.

Since 21st November 2008, the viewership 

climbed to 5.75 million+ today. Thanks to all

 blog readers, contributing writers and friends.

 

Singapore Andy 60s Amapiano Music: In Cape Town With Richard Tham

What is AMAPIANO music? Check it out!

A Million Thanks To Richard Tham For Sharing His Sea Journey 

That Included South African Music, Dance, Food And It’s People.

AMAPIANO MIX 2026 🔥 BEST PARTY VIBES 

 AFRO FUSION HIT AFRICA MUSIC HUB

 

AMAPIANO MIX 2026 🔥 BEST PARTY VIBES | AFRO FUSION HITS

100 Day Ship Journey-> 10 Countries-> 3 Continents:

Andy recently asked me to write about my 2026 voyage — a 100-day journey through 10 countries across three continents. My first thought was, "Where do I even begin?"

There were so many remarkable places and unforgettable experiences that I realized I did not need to tell the whole story. I only needed to share the moments that stayed with me.

An evening in Cape Town, South Africa, was one of them.

The Music- >

My son treated me to dinner and a cultural show. From the moment we arrived, the aroma of grilled food, the sound of laughter, and the steady beat of African drums created an atmosphere that was warm and inviting.

As dinner was served, the performers took the stage. Their colourful costumes, energetic dancing, and powerful singing immediately captivated the audience. Before long, people were clapping, humming along, and some even got up to dance. This was not the kind of performance where everyone simply sat and watched. 

One style of music that especially caught my attention was Amapiano. Born in South Africa's townships, it blends influences of Kwaito, jazz, house music, and local rhythms. Its smooth piano melodies, deep log-drum basslines, and laid-back grooves give it a distinctive sound.

The Dance- >

Listening to it reminded me of the infectious hit, "Mnike", performed by Tyler ICU, which helped introduce Amapiano to audiences around the world. Hearing those rhythms performed live made it easy to understand why the genre has become a global phenomenon—it is almost impossible to resist joining the dance floor, whether one has rhythm or not

Dance itself felt like a language. The gentle bounce, expressive footwork, and playful interaction between performers and audience turned every song into a conversation. There was no "wrong" way to move — everyone was simply invited to join the fun.

African shaped meal that tastes so good.

Food on board changes all the time.

The Cape Town meal below:

The Food- >

The food surprised me just as much.

I had not expected to find flavours that reminded me of Southeast Asia. Alongside familiar treats like samosas were bobotie, a South African favourite influenced by the culinary traditions brought to the Cape by the ancestors of today's Cape Malays, who arrived from Indonesia and Malaysia during the 17th century. It was a pleasant reminder that cultures often overlap in unexpected ways. Those familiar flavours, in a place I had imagined would feel completely different, made the evening even more memorable.

Sharing a meal while enjoying the music and performances made the night feel less like a show and more like a celebration with my son and our friends. It reminded me that in South Africa, music, dance, and food naturally belong together.

Together, they created an experience that felt open, joyful, and welcoming. The music sparked the celebration, the dancing drew everyone in, and the meal kept the conversations flowing.

The People->

When I think back on my time in South Africa, I do not just remember what I saw. I remember how I felt—welcomed, included, and immersed in the joy of the evening.

For me, that dinner was far more than entertainment. It was the best introduction to South African culture I could have asked for.

Sometimes, the best way to understand a country is not through its art galleries, museums, or monuments, but by sharing its music, joining its dance, and sitting down to eat with the people around you.

Author, Artist: Richard Tham

Author, Richard Tham with Blogger Andy.

Images- > Google and Richard Tham.

BEST AMAPIANO DANCE MOVES 068🔥🔥🔥#amapiano

Singapore Andy 60s Music Meets: Zhu Houren 朱厚任, Richard Low 刘谦益, Chen Shucheng 陈澍城

Zhu Houren 朱厚任, Richard Low 刘谦益, Chen Shucheng 陈澍城 with Singapore's music makers, Sammin, Esther, Jimmy. With Blogger Andy too.

‘AH GE’ LEGENDS:

While having a sumptuous meal with Sammin Ang, his wife Esther and Jimmy Yap, we met these 3 veteran Singapore Chinese actors, all MediaCorp "Ah Ge" legends from the 80s/90s. So, we got together and took a picture. In case you aren't sure who they are, here's some details:

Left: Zhu Houren 朱厚任

Known for roles in classic Channel 8 dramas like _The Awakening_, _The Last Appeal_. He’s famous for playing stern father/authority figures.

Middle: Richard Low 刘谦益

Veteran actor/director. You’d recognize him from _The Little Nyonya_, _C.L.I.F._, and _118_. Also a regular variety show host back in the day.

Right: Chen Shucheng 陈澍城

Comedian and actor. Famous for _Comedy Night_ and sitcoms like _Don’t Worry Be Happy_. He usually wears glasses and is known for his comedic timing.

The 3 of them were part of the same generation of Channel 8 actors and still hang out a lot. Fans call them the “3 uncles” of SG Chinese drama 😄.

CHECK OUT ‘MEDIA CORP’ SHOWS. CLICK BELOW:

https://singapore60smusic.blogspot.com/search/label/Media%20Corp%20Shows

COFFEE MAN ROLAND:

Roland is behind the counter in red-T with spectacles. When he sings, he thrills.

As we were looking around the Berseh Food Court area for a drink, we found one but the shop owner told us he was closed for the day because business was so good! It was only 2.05pm [the time the above picture was taken.]

What attracted us to this shop was the owner's voice. He has an exceptionally powerful and clear vibrato when he sang that I asked him if he was a singer. He is. Trills indeed!

I don't usually advertise shops on my blog and I won't, but you have to listen to ROLAND sing and sip his drinks. It will definitely make your day. Roland sings in Chinese and does Western pops too. 

Talented and versatile musician Sammin Ang, who plays many instruments, with wife Esther and Jimmy Yap. I was wandering around with them…

Images: from Sammin Ang.

Andy's Singapore 60s Music Joins Vancouver's Elvis Happy Tay And Aussie's Perry Como, Cedric Collars.

ALOHA 2026 HAWAIIAN DINNER AND DANCE,

VANCOUVER, B.C., CANADA.

Elvis Presley and Perry Como

No infringements intended

Copyrights Reserved.

We have a gentleman who is Vancouver's Elvis Presley, but he was a Singapore citizen once. He needs no introduction actually because he's appeared on this blog for many years now.

Happy Tay, yes! That's his name. 

He is a well-known Elvis Tribute Artiste [ETA] and is always being invited to perform in shows, at dinners and dances in friendly city Vancouver. But this time around he's joined by another former Singaporean who had migrated to Perth, Australia. 

That's Cedric Collars!  He’s an accomplished pianist who is still very active Down-Under. He's also known as Perry Como.

I received some photographs recently. So here we have two former Singaporeans who met in Canada to enjoy a Hawaiian theme get-together. What a world we live in; jetting from one space to another in quick time.

Happy Tay with Cedric Collars [Australia's Perry Como], who came all the way from Perth to enjoy the evening. "That's what friends are for..."

Guest Cedric Collars, [in white] watching from the stage.

Happy, celebrated Canada Day on 1st July, 2026.

And the big event that evening was for a fundraising ALOHA 2026 HAWAIIAN DINNER AND DANCE. Here's Happy himself to announce the event.

"The grand entrance that evening was Elvis with his Hawaiian Dancers, singing and dancing to the excitement of the audience. Yes, the Perry Como of Perth, Australia was there too. Cedric Collars sang and was very well received. The turn-out was good with about 200 guests attending."

Happy in action singing Elvis hits, and very well too. He has a fantastically powerful voice and always brings loud applause.

"A solo dance provided by a pretty lady. 

Hawaiian Shake and a Hula Baby..."

On the floor now with his group of ladies is Happy.

"Night and you, In Blue Hawaii..."

A Happy fan screamed as she left excitedly after meeting 'Elvis' and getting a handshake from him after he sang, “The Wonders of You.”

Cedric, musician, singer and Perry Como Tribute Artiste, 

flies too because he is a licensed pilot. 

Happy Tay [Vancouver's Elvis] 

with an ardent fan who is one of the members of the Knights of Columbus too and a Captain with the Canadian Armed Forces and a fan of Elvis.

Check them out:

https://singapore60smusic.blogspot.com/search?q=Happy+Tay

https://singapore60smusic.blogspot.com/search?q=Cedric+collars

Images: Google; Happy Tay and Cedric Collars.

Singapore Andy 60s Music: When The Weather, The Food, The People, The Relationship Is HOT!!!

 

I like her grin. She makes everything feel cool already but read on...

Hot Weather:

A high degree of heat; anything beyond 35C is definitely hot. Like in Kuwait City in 2024, it was about 50C. Now, in France too, at 40C and over, shoppers are scrambling to buy cooling appliances. 40C is hot and problems arise with people, places and things when temperature goes beyond expectations!

Hot Food:

Food with lots and lots of chilly and pepper. Now that's HOT STUFF and produces a burning sensation in the mouth. Which countries eat food with lots of chilly in them? Singapore is one with Nasi Padang and Sambal Belacan. Sichuan cold noodles tossed in blazing hot chilli sauce. There’s Spanish tomato-based soup with garlic and chilli pepper. And others.

Hot People:

Now when you're angry, you get hot too and the heat generated may melt the other party. Quarrels between friends, etc. Like in today's world, there are millions of angry citizens because of weak politicians in charge, especially those with no leadership qualities. No need for a hot July or August but silly, angry people who are just frustrated and full of ego, filled with hot air and very negative thinking. 

Hot Relationship: 

This 'heat' would be similar but it's more positive? Now two people in love and are in a relationship could bring their body temperature up when they are together. What more can I say? 

[Don't forget to click the connection below about *'heat'.]

Donna Summer - 'Hot Stuff' (Live) The Donna Summer Special, 1980) 

YouTube from: The Donna Summer Archive.

Hot Pop 70s Song: 

Which finally brings me to this song by Donna Summer [even her surname! 😉]. It's an extremely hot song so check out the lyrics. I have included only a few lines though:

"I want some hot stuff, baby, this evenin'/Gotta have some hot stuff/Gonna have some love tonight (hot stuff)/I need hot stuff/I want some hot stuff/Lookin' for a lover who needs another..."

Enough quoted! So just be wary when eating hot food on a hot July with a hot partner. It might lead to climate change. And it starts in this month of JULY. 

Writing is done in jest.

Comments are welcome folks but do be wary that there are younger readers who check out this blog too.

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*Heat:

What song begins with the words, "The heat is on..." No googling.

Which gives 'hot' another meaning.

Check the connection below to find out:

.: Weather Forecast: The Heat Is On: Glenn Frey: Singapore Sizzles

Images: Google. 

YouTube: Video.