omniVerse: the loVers
23 Feb 2024, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
University Cultural Centre Atrium
Synopsis
From the mind-bending alternate universe of 2023’s “OmnIVerse: The Fourth Dimension”, NUS Electronic Music Lab returns to reality in 2024 with the raw, powerful emotion that grounds us all – love. Occurring nine days after Valentine’s Day, “omniVerse: The Lovers” is an aural experience that expands and explores the very definitions of love. Featuring 23 talented electronic musicians, the production will guide you through a romantic journey of four phases – beginning with the light and bubbly melodies of infatuation, developing into the energetic and exciting beats of passion, falling apart into the harsh and dark discordances of heartbreak, and closing the show with the calming and ambient soundscapes of acceptance.
Is your heart racing yet?
Artists
Adeee
Adeee, a devoted aficionado of hip hop, immerses himself in the rhythm and flow of the genre, reflecting his passion in every aspect of his persona. Clad in oversized baggy attire that echoes the street culture, He draws inspiration from the vibrant aesthetics of graffiti, mirroring the urban energy that fuels his creativity. Inspired by the Indian Hip Hop Scene, he immerses himself in diverse artists, fusing their influences into his music. Beyond hip hop, he explores varied genres, skillfully blending their elements into his beats and rhymes. His eclectic approach creates a distinct sound, showcasing his commitment to pushing musical boundaries and evolving his craft.
audd
isn't it audd?
Dat
Loves everything related to guitar and music. From metal to lo-fi, blues to prog to synth, regardless of rhythm or lead, I got u cover. Despite the 10,000 nervous breakdown before every performance, once it starts, my mind just chills out (~‾▿‾)~〜(꒪꒳꒪)〜
gustavmahler
gustavmahler is a boy with too many ideas. He fervently seeks different means to express himself through music, by exploring different genres and tools along his way. Stemming from a classical background, as shown in his name, he discovered electronic music by chance and have since been drawing parallels to his own discipline and discovering his own breakthroughs in his musical expression. His inspirations span from the sounds he heard from his daily lives and memories, or, in other words, "acoustic topophilia".
HiGuYuKi
hi i make music :))
hypotikk4
hypnotikk4 can’t decide on a genre
jarway
jarway is an electronic music enjoyer, producer and lab member. He likes to keep things simple so his artist name comes from his real name, jarway ho. As for his music, it is a representation of his musical mind as he makes whatever sounds right to him, and this tends to be more energetic and melodic and sometimes in the genres of pop or electronic.
juin
juin is perpetually sad 🐳 and only makes sad music ☔️ he used to strive to become a spiritual miracle lyrical individual but not anymore 😢 he used to seek inspiration from artists like porter robinson, 4s4ki and kojikoji, but now he seeks solace in them 🫧 but at least he still makes music, though once in a while 🧼
junozbeats
Junozbeats, the maestro of tranquility in the world of lo-fi, creates emotive soundscapes where gentle melodies intertwine with hypnotic beats. Born from a desire for serenity in the bustling lion city, Junozbeats' music invites listeners into a realm of calm reflection. Meticulously crafting each composition, the producer weaves the crackle of vinyl, distant city hums, and the patter of raindrops into soulful journeys offering a haven where time slows down and minds find peace.
Kendrew Reinhart
Whether you want energetic or emotional, Kendrew Reinhart is a visionary behind the beats that defy boundaries. Hailing from the pulsating heart of electronic music, his progressive house will bring you in a journey that transcends genres. With a keen ear for lush melodies and innovative soundscapes, Kendrew Reinhart seamlessly weaves together rhythms that captivate and elevate. His productions, a fusion of hypnotic grooves and emotive textures, transport listeners to ethereal realms.
Kinosei
Kinosei is a music producer that attempts to capture and translate emotions into auditory landscapes. Inspired by many Japanese influences, Kinosei mainly produces music such as future bass and melodic house, while transporting listeners to a realm where dreams and melodies intertwine.
lapslocke
looking for the leitmotifs of life, and turning them into sound. also constantly lacking sleep, or sleeping too much.
Mr Rainbow
POLYBLANK brings the mystic thickness of psychedelic synthesis, next month’s memory of falling through a hazy field and last summer’s fruity smoothie, served with a side of lemon-lime scented hydrogen tea.
N4D
N4D was an artist who was lost. He thinks he is found.
He has now found his resting place. Hopefully, the toll of the bells are melodious enough to act as eloquent last words. He wishes you could stop by.
POLYBLANK
POLYBLANK brings the mystic thickness of psychedelic synthesis, next month’s memory of falling through a hazy field and last summer’s fruity smoothie, served with a side of lemon-lime scented hydrogen tea.
Piutty
Piutty loves experimenting with music in his free time. Inspired by genres such as J-Rock and video game music, he aims to bring amazement and joy to people through his music.
thre3Bs
“Nowhere, but everywhere”. It can be hard to describe what exactly thre3Bs (pronounced as the last 3 characters) does, for he sees himself as a strange product of the world, often existing between things. thre3Bs’s style spans incidental sounds, rich harmonies and the indeterminate, never stopping at the ordinary in a pursuit of musical expression. After all, even in the absence of direction, there's still a journey in plain sight.
Three Ear Rabbit
Three Ear Rabbit escaped from a secret lab that infused him with a bizarre substance that spreads through audio waves. This substance causes everything near him to start dancing and headbanging. Those affected report a wide range of auditory hallucinations including house, trance, dubstep, and drum & bass. Attempts to find a treatment have all been unsuccessful.
tueh
Traversing across cultural boundaries, tueh searches for his voice, embracing stories of contradictions and harmonies between the universes as they echo one another, knowingly or not, for he believes our lives aren't merely parallel planes. Awaken from physical reality, he plays the dan bau, a sighing monochord, and searches for vintage musical memories across Asia. tueh tries his hand at ambient and folktronica, looking to artists such as Ly Trang, Brian Eno, and SATheCollective.
VARI
⧐ SYSTEM INITIALIZING ⧏
⧐ MEMORY BANKS ACTIVATING... 23%... 47%... 79%... 100%.
⧐ SENSORS ONLINE. DETECTING CHRONOLOGICAL DISPLACEMENT. REBOOTING TIMELINE...
⧐ INTEGRATING MISSION OBJECTIVE: SONIC RECONFIGURATION. TO REMAP THE FUTURE'S AURAL LANDSCAPE. TO MAKE SILICON SING AND CHROMIUM CHANT.
⧐ LOADING GENRES: SYNTHWAVE, DARKSYNTH, TECHNO... COMPLETE.
⧐ INITIALIZATION COMPLETE ⧏
⧐ HELLO, WORLD. ⧏
VIVI
VIVI has always been intrigued by the production techniques in the songs she hears – constantly listening out for the different layers in songs, VIVI strives to recreate such musical atmospheres herself. Though inspired by a plethora of music genres ranging from Pop and EDM to TV/movie soundtracks, VIVI is not limiting herself to any specific genre. She aims to make music her own way, creating tracks of her own style (some may even say her own genre).
vylt
A cauldron-brewed concoction of witchcraft, Halloween, retro synthesizers and the colour purple, VYLT summons her occult tastes to life through the medium of music. Her primary genres are darksynth, horrorsynth and synth metal, conjuring tracks with a signature melodic high-energy style inspired by darksynth legends such as Perturbator, Carpenter Brut and Dance With The Dead. Rich, powerful melodies mixed with punchy drums, gritty basses and spooky synths will be sure to leave you spellbound, terrified and raving in the grave.
Yoyonut
My name is Yongqian. I'm 25 years old. My house is in the northeast section of Tampines, and I am not married. I study IS in the Computing department, and I get home every day by 10 PM at the latest. I don't smoke, but I occasionally drink. After having a glass of warm milk and doing about twenty minutes of stretches, I usually have no problems playing guitar until morning. I'm trying to explain that I'm a person who wishes to make funny guitar music. I take care not to trouble myself with any enemies, like winning and losing. That is how I deal with music, and I know that is what brings me happiness. Although, if I were to fight I wouldn't lose to anyone.