{
  "id": 11557958,
  "title": "The Weeknd Singapore concert review: After Hours Til Dawn is a spectacular return after 8 years",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/the-weeknd-singapore-concert-review-after-hours-til-dawn-is-a-11557958",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-02T23:39:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Channel News Asia",
    "slug": "channel-news-asia",
    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/weeknd-singapore-2026-after-hours-til-dawn-6428206"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Weeknd returned to Singapore after an eight-year hiatus with a spectacular concert titled \"After Hours Til Dawn.\" The show, held at the National Stadium, showcased The Weeknd's powerful vocals, dazzling lasers, and larger-than-life production. The concert served as a reintroduction to fans in Singapore, highlighting The Weeknd's growth as a performer since his last show here.\n\nJapanese hip-hop duo Creepy Nuts opened the show with a spirited set, including their hit track Otonoke from the anime Dan Da Dan. This energizing performance carried over seamlessly into The Weeknd's two-hour set, which had the crowd on their feet from the very beginning. The Weeknd opened with a mesmerizing rendition of \"Baptized In Fear,\" contrasting his dulcet vocals with the intense green laser display, setting the stage for the unforgettable spectacle that followed.\n\nThroughout the concert, The Weeknd displayed his technical prowess and showmanship, belting out hits like \"The Hills\" and \"Call Out My Name,\" and even engaging with fans in the floor section for an impromptu sing-along. His vocal performance remained consistent, with barely a break during the two-hour set, effortlessly moving from one song to the next. The concert's grand scale, featuring multiple satellite stages, roving dancers, and a giant statue at its center, ensured that the stage never felt empty.\n\nThe production's immaculate laser displays and flamethrowers, perfectly synchronized with the music, added a visual spectacle that elevated each song without overwhelming the audience. Notably, The Weeknd's iconic mask, which shot laser beams across the stadium, created a unique visual experience. Fans, who dispelled the notion that Singaporeans are boring concert-goers, enthusiastically joined in, dancing along to hits like \"Blinding Lights\" and \"Starboy\" during the performance. Overall, The Weeknd's \"After Hours Til Dawn\" concert was a well-crafted production that showcased his growth as a performer, demonstrating why he is considered one of the best artistes in the industry.",
  "summary": "Eight years after his last show in Singapore, The Weeknd made a triumphant return on Friday (Oct 2) with powerhouse vocals, dazzling lasers and a larger-than-life production that proved just how far he has come as a performer.",
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      {
        "outlet": "CNA - Singapore",
        "title": "The Weeknd Singapore concert review: After Hours Til Dawn is a spectacular return after 8 years",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/the-weeknd-singapore-concert-review-after-hours-til-dawn-is-a",
        "published": "2026-10-02T23:39:40.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}