{
  "id": 12542760,
  "title": "Rare vinyl, cassettes, live DJ sets: Singapore record fair Side A returns for third edition on Oct 24",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/rare-vinyl-cassettes-live-dj-sets-singapore-record-fair-side-a",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-07T04:16:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Channel News Asia",
    "slug": "channel-news-asia",
    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/living/side-singapore-vinyl-record-fair-2026-6438006"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Side A, the Singapore Record Show, is set to return for its third edition on October 24 at Suntec Singapore. Organized by independent label Mosta Records, this one-day event will gather vinyl collectors, independent labels, and record dealers from Singapore and the surrounding region. The fair will take place from 11 am to 7:30 pm in Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre's Halls 324-326.\n\nBesides rare vinyl records, the event will showcase pre-loved and rare CDs, cassettes, music posters, merchandise, and memorabilia. Over 15 vendors will participate in The Vinyl Souk, selling a variety of music-related items. Indonesian record sellers SRM/Heyfolks and Lamunai Records, along with Universal Music Singapore, will join the fair as vendors for the first time.\n\nMusic magazine BigO co-founder Philip Cheah will appear at the event, selling rare records from his collection for the first time. Visitors can also enjoy vinyl DJ sets and live acoustic performances by local and regional artists. Additionally, there will be demonstrations and listening sessions featuring turntables, speakers, and other audio equipment, as well as displays from private collectors.",
  "summary": "Side A, A Singapore Record Show brings together vinyl collectors, independent labels and record dealers from Singapore and the region at Suntec Singapore, with rare records, DJ sets, live performances and more.",
  "key_points": [
    "Side A returns for third edition on October 24 at Suntec Singapore",
    "Event features rare vinyl, cassettes, CDs, and memorabilia",
    "Music magazine founder Philip Cheah sells rare records"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The return of Side A solidifies Singapore's niche market for physical music formats and live music experiences, drawing in collectors and enthusiasts from across the region with a diverse range of vendors and activities.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "CNA - Singapore",
        "title": "Rare vinyl, cassettes, live DJ sets: Singapore record fair Side A returns for third edition on Oct 24",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/rare-vinyl-cassettes-live-dj-sets-singapore-record-fair-side-a-12542919",
        "published": "2026-10-07T04:16:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}