Singapore 60s Music Blog Reaches 4.2 Million Readers In July 2025

BLOG REACHES 4.2 MILLION ON 13.7.2025. 

THANKS TO ALL INTERNATIONAL, SINGAPORE 

READERS, BLOG WRITERS AND FRIENDS.

TRIBUTE TO FRIENDS WHO HAVE

CONTRIBUTED SIGNIFICANTLY.

 [NOT IN ANY ORDER]

Alan Thompson [England/UK]

Dr. Steven Farram [U of Darwin/Australia.]

Henri Gann [California/USA]

Michael Bangar [Singapore]

Horace Wee [Singapore]

Late CY Lin [Singapore]

Jimmy Chng [Singapore]

Stephen Han [Singapore]

Happy Tay [Vancouver/Canada]

Freda Hanum [KL/Malaysia]

Chow Wen Hing [Singapore]

Late Yusnor Ef [Singapore]

Irene Yap [Singapore]

Also appreciate other friends who have contributed 

their own music stories to make this blog a success...

When you're down and troubled

And you need a helping hand

And nothing, oh, nothing is going right...

'You've Got A Friend' - Carole King.

YouTube Video by Carole King.

Comments and Congratulatory Messages:

ANDY: Pop Music Not Pills. ©

THANKS TO ALL FB FRIENDS AND READERS. Here are some contributing writers who made this blog a success.. FREDA HANUM, IRENE YAP, STEPHEN HAN, CHOW WEN HING, DR. STEVEN FARRAM, ALLAN THOMPSON... Check them out.

14.7.25

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Alphonso Soosay
Congratulations Andy Young to your Awesome successful Music Blog Of Singapore. The world has been watching it. 👏👏👏.

Andy Young
Alphonso Soosay hi! Thank you very much for your many positive comments and goodwill, sir. With your vast knowledge as a 60s music participant [THE BOYS Pop Group], you have contributed much; I always acknowledge your expert authorship on the topics you detailed.

14.7.25

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Koh Daisy
Congratulations Andy…Keep the blog going with your entertaining articles and updates. They always take us back in time to the fabulous days of a bygone era that we, baby boomers enjoy. 👏👏🎶🎶👏👏🎶🎶

Andy Young
Koh Daisy thanks so much! You have always been supportive and I truly appreciate your participation for its success. It would never have reached this level without your contributing authorship too.

14.7.25

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TERENCE LEE:
CONGRATS!!!!!

Andy Young
Terence Lee hi, my friend. Thank you very much. We've never met but I hope to, one day?

Terence Lee
Andy Young sure bro.

14.7.25

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Freda Hanum
So awesome....congrats Andy and your blog...indeed the blog deserves it in every way Andy...well done and cont'd the great writeups... bravo Andy 🙏👍👏👏

Andy Young
Freda Hanum hi! Long time no hear. You must be busy. As explained on the blog, you are one of those authors who contributed significantly to it; and thanks for those unique and lovely posters too, which come on frequently. KAMSIAH.

14.7.25

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Yen Chow:
AWESOME!
AWESOME!
AWESOME!

Andy Young:
Thanks Yen for your support.

14.7.25

HENRI GANN [CALIFORNIA]

Your blog isn’t just about music—it is music. You’ve captured the soul of the 1960s and spun it into stories. From the poetic pulse of Dylan and the harmonies of Peter, Paul & Mary, to the electric guitar sound of Jimi Hendrix, the stormy rock of Jim Morrison, and the surfin' music of Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys—your writing hits every note. And anchoring it all: the cross culture boundary-breaking brilliance of The Beatles.

But more than a music , your blog has become a community. From Singapore, you’ve reached 4.2 million readers around the world—not by chance, but through passion, persistence, and the spirit of “suma mun buleh.”

I still start some mornings with your blog—drawn in by your sharp insights, witty lines, and the way you bring old records back to life. You’ve turned memory into melody, nostalgia into connection.

Andy—you are a man with a jukebox heart and a writer’s soul.

14.7.25

ANDY: Pop Music Not Pills. ©

Wow!!! That's a mile long praise Henri. Thank you. You've been a guide too, all the way from the beginning when the blog started. And we were strangers. Just shows the heart you have within.

You gave all you had with information about SG music and the bands you were involved in. And being a lead guitarist with THE TREKKERS, you easily identified with other artistes, DJs, musicians, etc. from Rediffusion, RTS and SG 60s music enthusiasts.

Thanks Henri very, very much. Kind soul you are indeed!

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Colin Ren
Freda Hanum
Tracy Ng
Yen Chow
Raymond Cho
Freda W Hanum
Kali Dass S
Salim Mohamed
Irene Yap
Michael Fonseca
Patrick Chng
Roop Singh
Veronica Young
James Kwok
Hiroshi Deguchi
Terence Lee
Rose Khoo
Anne Rowena Lim
Alphonso Soosay
Jennie Law
Ser Kiong Tan

Andy Young
Thanks to all the friends below for the support and LIKEs. And Irene, Freda, Veronica, Patrick, Roop, James. Love you all for LOVING this post.

15.7.25

PROF. DR. STEVEN FARRAM [DARWIN U]

Andy, you are the one who deserves to be thanked. Your blog provides a much-needed service to keep the legacy of Singapore 60s music alive and is also a joy to read. It's been an honour to make a small contribution to your efforts.

All the best

Steve

15.7.25

JIMMY CHNG

Good morning Andy, you deserve the support from all your readers whom I'm sure enjoy reading the many interesting and nostalgic articles on your wonderful blog. Cheers!

15.7.25

IRENE YAP

Congratulations, Andy! 4.2 million views! Wow! It's thanks to you and your dedication to your blog. You brought back memories of our golden era. It was my honour to be able to contribute. Penning my experience was a joy for me to recollect the 70s music scene, bringing back fond memories that would have been forgotten. I say, "Thank you, Andy, for the memories.

15.7.25

Freda Hanum:

Yes Andy been quite tied up and also feeling tired easily...age catching up Andy... aww so kind of you to put me up in your blog am really grateful and thanks so much for the encouragement always Andy, 

God Bless You

🙏❣️

15.7.25

Andy: Pop Music Not Pills

Again Irene. 

Your sincerity and honest chats. That's you! You will always "have those moments to remember" when you open up to read the blog. Thank you.

15.7.25

Happy Tay [Vancouver, Canada]:

I didn't really do much. U deserved all the credit for the very successful blog on S'pore history my friend. I knew from the beginning that it will be a great success as Singapore & Singaporeans loved to look back at their history.
That's why the oldies shows with the '60s & 70s 'Legends' are most of the time widely attended. 

16.7.25

Andy: Pop Music Not Pills:

Many thanks Happy. You have always been a great help and cheer leader with this blog. Far away but you're always close by to be of assistance anytime. 

16.7.2025

Noor Quek:

Freda Hanum amazing

Andy Young

Noor Quek yes, she is isn't she! Always helpful with friends, she wrote and was featured at least a dozen times on the blog. Thanks for visiting. You sing so well during occasions as I have seen you.

16.7.2025

Andy: Pop Music Not Pills:

Hey, I notice JOEY KOH who LIKES this post. Hi Joey, my Canadian friend. Welcome to the club... Thanks for checking in.

18.7.25

Anonymous:

About 20,000 readers in 2 weeks Andy. 10,000 readers per week this month alone. Awesome.

25.7.25

Goodbye Yusnor Ef: A Tribute To A Great Friend, Composer, Producer n Teacher.

The late Yusnor Ef

Always a great friend and always so sincere in everything he did. He was honoured with a Cultural Medallion too and wrote 250 Malay songs for Singapore.

Goodbye Yusnor. 

Yusnor Ef has passed away on 16th April, 2025. Condolences to his wife and family.

Here are some stories about this author and historian: his friends, connections and work. Click the link:

https://singapore60smusic.blogspot.com/2010/08/carlito-meets-kassim-selamat-and-yusnor.html

https://singapore60smusic.blogspot.com/2013/12/yusnor-250-songs-prolific-talent.html

https://singapore60smusic.blogspot.com/2011/10/muzik-melayu-sejak-1940-oleh-yusnor-ef.html

https://singapore60smusic.blogspot.com/2019/06/yusnor-ef-lyricist-50th-wedding.html

https://singapore60smusic.blogspot.com/2011/08/aku-dia-dan-lagu-lagu2-nostalgia-lirik_29.html

There are at least 5 more articles about Yusnor on this blog.

Check content page below.

R.I.P my 60s music friend. 

Selamat tinggal, Che'gu.

Comments are welcome.

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Raya 2021 - Paul Ibrahm [Tania], Julie Sudiro, Alina Rahman, Aziz Jaafar, Wahid Satay.

WISHING ALL MUSLIM READERS AND FRIENDS 

SELAMAT HARI RAYA AIDIL FITRI 2021

Julie Sudiro, Aziz Jaafar, 

Wahid Satay, Alina Rahman

UP TO 2,100 VIEWS , 12+ COMMENTS

My friendship with Paul has lasted 60 years...

Paul Ibrahm (Tania) is a good friend, having known him since we were in a band called The Velvetones. This period was the early 1960's when every pop guitar group in Singapore was in its infancy. The kampong bands (Malay = village) started in the living rooms or compounds of houses. Such similar styled bands in the West would be called, garage bands.

The Velvetones used to practise in a huge bungalow diagonally across from the former Chief Minister of Singapore's corner home at the T-junction of Sims Avenue and Lorong 39 (Malay = Lane). 

It was there that I met Paul, young and handsome, fashioned with an Elvis Presley haircut with some sideburns showing. Usually with a short-sleeved shirt and drain-pipe trousers, he would come over in his usual casual and easy manner to belt out songs with the Velvetones. He's good.

We kept in touch for a few years now and during our chats he told me about his home at Lorong 40 which was just across Geylang Road from Lorong 39.

So it is here that I take my leave and allow him to relate his story. Thanks Paul. 

Chand-ni Raat, Siang Lim Park, Lorong 40.

Johari Salleh went on to become 

RTM Orchestra Conductor,

Aziz Jaffar, actor for Malay Film Productions.

"Yusof B (composer of Nona Nona) is my uncle, my late mother's elder brother. B stands for Bluguk. Wak Rahman, father to well-known singer Alina Rahman was Yusof B's younger brother. There were four siblings and my mother was Fatimah, Yusof B's sister. I have lost touch with Kak (Sis) Alina, I wish somebody could provide me with her phone number.

So much of Malay music originated from Lorong 40. Osman Ahmad lived there; Johari Salleh joined Radio Talivishen Malaya (RTM) and became their conductor. 

The famous Indian band, Chand-ni Raat was near my home in Siang Lim Park. It was probably the first rock and roll local band in Singapore. It won so many awards during band competitions. 

Yusoff B

Wandly Yazid

Some residents who lived at Lorong 40 went to become well-known actors when they joined the Cathay Keris Studio at Jalan Ampas. These Malay gentlemen were Aziz Jaafar, comedian Wahid Satay and Ahmad C, to name just a few.

Then there was composer Wandly Yazid, singers Jasni and Julie Sudiro. Julie used to hang out at our house almost every other day as she and Alina Rahman would come for lunch time and again to their aunt's and uncle's home.''

Paul, with his talent and versatility went into the limelight during the 60s and beyond and joined one of the best rock bands in this region, TANIA. He was with a few other bands before joining this forceful group but that's another story.

Comments in Malay are welcome too!

Thanks to Paul Ibrahm

for the above article.

Images - Google; A Paul Ibrahm Personal 

Collection. Copyrights Reserved.

YouTube Videos

Alina Rahman and The Rollies

'Chinta Bahagia'. YouTube video by Keon 60s

Wahid Satay - Senorita Lembu Tua'

YouTube Video dari: Doxok DX

Terima Kaseh

Images: Google, Paul Ibrahm, Yusnor Ef, Doxok DX.

Andy 60's Music Singapore Photo Round-Up

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To all my blog readers, supporters, friends and home folks too. Let's hope for another healthy and safe music year. Special thanks to my Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and e-mail friends. Blog readers 1.55 million and still counting.

From: Andy Young and all contributing writers.

2017 images below: 
Just a selection of pictures and postings. If I missed putting your picture... 😟

Former teacher Laurence Lim (right) wrote an article for this blog about international hair-stylist Anthony Tan (AhKim) and his love for 60's music.

Fantastic SHUN NG a finger-style guitarist I was invited to meet during his concert two Christmases ago. Then saw him again with his backing vocals THE SHUNETTES. He's got up to a dozen tours all over the US in 2018.

PM LEE HSIEN LOONG was walking along the Botanic Gardens when I chanced upon him. Friendly and jovial, he taught me the best way to do a selfie without extensions. As CYLin says, "When two dragons meet..."

SILVER STRINGS with MOSES LIM, from UNDER ONE ROOF fame during a Channel 5 show, Not The 5 Show.

POTUS DONALD TRUMP with his favourite tune, SOUTH OF THE BORDER, DOWN MEXICO WAY. He's got plenty of other oldies he loves.

HENRI GANN, who writes for this blog, came all the way from California to say hello in between his business transactions. He was from THE TREKKERS and has recordings with TAN SWEE LEONG @ Rediffusion.

MATT TAN needs to be included in all future FRIED ICE re-unions in Singapore. He was the original bassist and still plays mean guitar on his own site. Spare a ticket for Matt who now lives in Canada.

RICKIE CHNG (lead guitarist) and I met FREDDIE KANG and his police vehicle one day at Novena Square. The crowd went wild. They thought Thunderbirds were flying around. He used to fly with them.

Su Goh wrote an article about LEVI'S Jeans song for this blog. She's here with hubby David and our own Guitar Hero. John Cher brought us together.

Sweetie Pie actress TAN KHENG HUA, with ANTHONY TAN and former Ms SINGAPORE. We were having tea before launch of her successful musical, TROPICANA.

Oh man, our own JIMI HENDRIX. He's RAY ANTHONY, another southpaw. Used to be with MATT TAN in FRIED ICE.

It was a treat meeting many 60's music-makers at OLPS. Can you recognise them? John Cher (2nd left), brought us together.

I used to buy vinyl records at Sungei Road and everything inexpensive there. But the people in charge had to close this flea market. Even the foreigners from SE Asia, Japan, US, Europe, etc. were surprised. 

With hair-stylist Anthony Tan and DJ Larry Lai at the Tropicana session meeting.

With a genuine guy, Tan Soo Khoon, who speaks his heart. He has to.  A former Speaker of Parliament, he used to have a pop group called, THE YOUNG ONCE.

Coming from Australia, MIKE and HERB, were THE BEATLES OF MALAYSIA 

and have cut records with THE SILVER STRINGS.

This is a power group: Henry from the QUESTS, Jimmy from STRAYDOGS, John from SILVER STRINGS and Peter from OCTOBER CHERRIES.

Anthony Tan with his own creation, the hairstyle I mean. I'm giving this

guy too much publicity!

Quiet but effective, this is CHARLIE YAP and is in charge of successful band LOCOMOTION. The write-up is now standing at more than 4,000 viewers. That's a record reading within a 2 month period.

Beautiful music was heard when 60's pop song lovers met at the Mall. They come from Singapore, Helsinki and Darwin Australia. Much to learn from Pete Hakonen and Dr Steven Farram. And Horace Wee, legendary guitarist was around too.

I had to put this one up. Legends too but from the education sector.

Lunch date @ Apollo this year was similar to Apollo landing a long time ago.

Sitting between two drummers of legendary stature, I could not eat that evening. LOUIS SOLIANO in blue and RICHARD KHAN (October Cherries) on the left.

The pleasure of being with GEORGE CHEW (THE BURNS LEAD), LARRY LAI and his wife Serene. And LOUIS SOLIANO. 

Pete Hakonen wrote to me on the blog, came over from Helsinki. You can see his name on almost any CD made in the Scandinavian countries. He produces and promotes 60's guitar groups and Rockabilly recording artistes.

The Makan Gang that haunts food joints in Singapore consists of 60's musicians and an amateur singer.

Hosting Pete Hakonen from Helsinki are Zainal Abidin, Mike Bangar and a lady singer who came over from another table and fascinated by Captain Zainal.

Michael Bangar, Rickie Chng, Laurence Lim and Andy Young.

Buddies in music outside Raffles City Food Court.

The Straydogs surrounded others during a meeting. 

Larry Lai in the background with black cap and black Polo-T.

Jimmy Appudurai-chua again with his two bandmates during a get-together.

Yes, you need lots of love to be together. From left: Rickie, 

Audie, Veronica, Andy and John during a gig at SIA Club.

John and Andy stole the show at this huge mansion.

A sneak preview actually, emphasising sneak.

With Larry Lai and Wilson David, old folks with tales to tell.

Or 'seniors' to be polite. 

Attended one in the 80's but never again. But the song

brings the boring scene back. "Purple Rain, Purple Rain..."

Wow! Seniors on the prowl at Bukit Timah. From left: Joe Woon, Andy, Peter Chua, Tan Soo Khoon, John Cher and Henry Chua during a jam.

Now, why would I have a picture of CHARLIZE THERON? Been her fan for years. This lady beats them all with her acting ability and sultriness. I watch

her movies in between blogging. Personally, she's the new KIM NOVAK.

Another skilled actress, local star TAN KHENG HUA, 

who produced TROPICANA, THE MUSICAL in 2017.

The late Bobo, one of the best and most entertaining guitarists on stage.

Bobo passed on this year, his last big show with The Silver Strings

@ the RELC International Hotel Hall @ Orange Grove Road.

She wrote about her dad, Zainal Abidin, The Dukes leader. 

Her name should be clear as Crystal. She has a PhD. from UWA.

Wrote a book, Internet Celebrity: Understanding Fame Online (Society Now).

Two fans, my students actually who watched our show.

They have been so kind and kept in touch. Thanks.

As famous as she is pretty, DAWN TAN 

Finance journalist @ Channel News Asia (CNA) 

10 pm News, did a selfie. Yes, I spoilt her picture.

With writer and guitarist Michael Bangar and Dr Steven Farram, 

Darwin U. discussing local 60's music.

SEBASTIAN TAN as Broadway Beng and Chioboos on stage at

the Capitol Theatre. They were hilarious.

He wrote 250 pop Malay songs in the 60's. Good friend and 

Cultural Medallionist YUSNOR EF and his wife 

celebrated their wedding anniversary.

                   

Horace Wee, legend, with Dr Steven Farram and John Cher.

Actress Tan Kheng Hua with her production TROPICANA  

we attended. Outside the Capitol Theatre.

Freddie Kang, John Cher, Andy and THE TORNADOES key figure,

DEREK MCCULLY who sells JAMES BOND cars.

                       With Vernon Cornelius. Peter Pan doesn't age, does he?

And one of the Neu Faces, a very well-composed photograph featuring
the organist with flowing golden locks @ Kallang Theatre, AMIR BIN ANIN.

Now here's another star whose movies I watch when I'm not blogging. 
SCARLETT JOHANSSON is no quiet lady.  From a good woman to a nanny, from being an Avenger to Lucy with psychokinetic ability, she's my favourite, even in 2017.

Images: A Personal Collection.